Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Peoria lawmaker proposes another redistricting reform measure
State Sen. Ryan Spain is proposing redistricting reform that would require the General Assembly’s approval. (WJBC file photo) By Cole Lauterbach/Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – Lawmak...
Mar 06, 2018
Durbin: ‘Seize the opportunity’ to engage North Korea in nuclear talks
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin said the if North Korea is willing to talk about eliminating its nuclear weapons, the U.S. should engage in those discussions. (Photo courtesy CNN) By Eric Stock WASHINGTON ̵...
Mar 06, 2018
Illinois’ latest plan for Quincy home: Tear down and rebuild
Thirteen residents have died of Legionnaire’s Disease at Quincy Veterans Home since 2015. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Quincy Veterans Home)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – The latest pl...
Mar 06, 2018
State Farm cuts nearly 900 IT jobs in Bloomington; some to be relocated
State Farm plans to relocate close to 400 IT positions to locations in Atlanta, Dallas and Phoenix. (WJBC file photo)By Eric Stock, Greg Halbleib and Patrick BaronBLOOMINGTON – State Farm Insura...
Mar 06, 2018
Brady: Government should stay out of youth athletics
Illinois Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady doesn’t want the government overseeing the rules of youth athletics. (Photo courtesy Illinois National Guard) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – Whil...
Mar 05, 2018
Normal to consider downsized budget
Normal Town Council member Kathleen Lorenz says she hopes the town’s budget cutting moves will be temporary. (Photo courtesy of the the Town of Normal’s Facebook page.) By Eric Stock NORMA...
Mar 05, 2018
Rivian pledges more transparency as electric vehicle maker moves closer to production
Rivian Automotive CEO RJ Scaringe,(middle) seen here with Gov. Bruce Rauner, said company executives have been intentionally quiet about their plans until now. (WJBC file photo) By Howard Packowitz BL...
Mar 05, 2018
Advocates call for support of gun rights
Advocates voice their desire to maintain their gun rights while lawmakers examine ways to regulate gun control. (Photo Patrick Baron/WJBC) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – Over 100 advocates of th...
Mar 04, 2018
Referendum on recreational marijuana could be on November ballot
If passed by the General Assembly, the referendum will appear on the November ballot. (Photo Flickr/Brett Levin)By Cole Lauterbach/Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers are movi...
Mar 04, 2018
Arizona ethics investigator questions Illinois legislative ethics rules
An Arizona lawyer says Illinois needs to view sexual harassment claims as a non-partisan issue. (WJBC File Photo)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – The investigator responsible for a high-po...
Mar 04, 2018
