Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Prosecutor Chambers: What’s put on the internet doesn’t go away
McLean County State’s Attorney Jason Chambers said it appears a minor was the victim of a brawl in Normal last weekend that was broadcast on Facebook Live. (WJBC file photo) By Howard Pac...
Oct 19, 2017
ISU Police seek to ease safety worries after latest gun crime
A second report this month of shots fired near the ISU campus prompts university police to put out an advisory to calm safety concerns. (WJBC File Photo) By Howard Packowitz NORMAL – Illinois St...
Oct 18, 2017
Risk of strong earthquakes bolsters reason to take part in global Shakeout drill
Drop, cover and hold are the three basics to be emphasized during Thursday morning’s Shakeout drill to prepare for earthquakes. (Photo Facebook/Illinois Emergency Management Agency) By Greg Bish...
Oct 18, 2017
ISU astronomer: NASA strikes gold in detecting star collision
Illinois State University planetarium director Thomas Willmitch explained how a recently-detected violent collision of stars is offering new clues into the mysteries of the universe. (Photo by Eric St...
Oct 18, 2017
McLean County explores election offices merger
McLean County is looking for ways to consolidate election operations with Bloomington as a cost-saving measure. (WJBC file photo) By Eric Stock BLOOMINGTON – McLean County officials are explorin...
Oct 17, 2017
2 men charged after party in Normal; reported beating still under investigation
Samuel Gentry has been charged with unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon and aggravated assault following a weekend party. (Photo courtesy McLean County Jail) By Eric Stock BLOOMINGTON – M...
Oct 17, 2017
Normal comprehensive plan: Developers forced to provide too much parking
The 2040 comprehensive plan for the Town of Normal suggests local government requires developers provide too many parking spaces. (WJBC file photo) By Howard Packowitz NORMAL – The Town o...
Oct 17, 2017
Bloomington aldermen ready to make “painful” budget decisions
The Bloomington City Council is examining what might be considered “painful” options for how to fill a $1.5 million budget deficit. (WJBC File Photo) By Howard Packowitz BLOOMINGTON –...
Oct 17, 2017
Normal Council approves sales tax rebate in revival of election year dispute
Former Normal mayoral candidate Marc Tiritilli addressed Normal Town Council members Monday night. He spoke out against a sales tax rebate for the owner of adjacent shopping centers along Veterans Par...
Oct 16, 2017
Sen. Barickman hesitant on Rauner endorsement
State Sen. Jason Barickman was mum on offering an endorsement of Governor Bruce Rauner. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Jason Barickman) By Howard Packowitz BLOOMINGTON – A second Republican law...
Oct 16, 2017
