Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Congressmen: Republican voters should be angry if Obamacare repeal fails
U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood said Republicans have had plenty of time to develop alternatives to Obamacare. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Darin LaHood) By Illinois Radio Network WASHINGTON, D.C. – Some Ill...
Jul 17, 2017
Vice chairman Soeldner to seek re-election to McLean County Board
McLean County Board Vice Chairman Jim Soeldner said his goals include keeping property taxes low and working with other local governments. (Photo courtesy McLean County) By Greg Halbleib ELLSWORTH ...
Jul 17, 2017
Illinois DCFS launches campaign to remind parents not leave children inside their car
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is releasing a new set of public service announcements reminding parents to "look before you lock.” (Photo by Eric Stock/WJBC) By Illinois...
Jul 15, 2017
Blood supplies low this summer, Red Cross seeking donors
The American Red Cross has issued an emergency appeal for blood donations. (Photo courtesy Pixabay) By Doug Jenkins/WBGZ Radio ALTON – The American Red Cross has an emergency need for blood and ...
Jul 15, 2017
Suspect hurt in robbery at Bloomington restaurant
A Bloomington Police squad car was parked outside Schlotzsky’s Deli, the scene of a Friday night robbery. (Photo by WJBC’s Howard Packowitz) By Howard Packowitz Bloomington P...
Jul 15, 2017
Struggling Hyatt Place seeks tax rebate from Normal Town Council
Hyatt Place in Uptown Normal is seeking a hotel/motel tax rebate from the Normal Town Council. The hotel opened for business in Aug. 2015. (Photo Courtesy bloomingtonnormal.place.hyatt.com) &nb...
Jul 14, 2017
Boys & Girls Club takes over Lawrence Irvin Neighborhood Center programming
Programming at Lawrence Irvin Neighborhood Center is now being run entirely by the Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Lawrence Irvin Neighborhood Center) By Eric Sto...
Jul 14, 2017
Sens. Durbin, Duckworth slam latest version of Trumpcare
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin spoke on the Senate floor Wednesday against the Republican’s health care proposals. (Photo courtesy YouTube) By Eric Stock WASHINGTON – Republicans need to change the...
Jul 14, 2017
Advocate VP, ISU President tabbed to lead McLean County Heart and Stroke Walk
ISU President Larry Dietz (left) was named honorary co-chair of the McLean County Heart and Stroke Walk and Bob Miller named named chairman for the event. (Photo courtesy American Heart Association) B...
Jul 14, 2017
Green space in each neighborhood on public’s wish list for Bloomington parks master plan
About 75 people attended a public meeting at Miller Park Pavilion to participate in developing the next master plan for city parks. (Photo by WJBC’s Howard Packowitz.) By Howard Packo...
Jul 14, 2017
