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Economic Development Council prepares for one voice trip
Economic Development Council CEO Kyle Ham says the group will go to Washington, D.C. to gain funding for projects. (WJBC File Photo) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington-Normal Economi...
Jan 12, 2017
Former GOP chief optimistic new session will produce budget
Former Illinois GOP chairman Pat Brady does not expect a new state spending plan this month, but possibly during this legislative session. (WJBC file photo) By Greg Halbleib SPRINGFIELD – Former...
Jan 12, 2017
Rauner: Dem leaders acknowledging need to grow economy is significant breakthrough
Gov. Bruce Rauner says he’s glad Democrats are talking about the need for economic growth. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Bruce Rauner) By Greg Bishop/Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – Gov. B...
Jan 12, 2017
District 87 examines school calendar draft, receives award nomination
Dr. Herschel Hannah presents the first draft of the 2017-2018 school year calendar. (Photo by Patrick Baron/WJBC)By Patrick BaronBLOOMINGTON – District 87 examined the first draft of the 2017-20...
Jan 11, 2017
BPD tout safety as reason for shifting weekend downtown traffic
The 500 block of North Main will have parking spots designated for taxis on the east side of the block between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. (WJBC file photo)By...
Jan 11, 2017
Controversial tax credit elicits mixed responses from Illinois leadership, businesses
State Sen. Melinda Bushsponsored a measure to extend the EDGE program. (Photo courtesy ilga.gov) By Greg Bishop/Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – The controversial Economic Development for a ...
Jan 11, 2017
Twin Cities residents call for comprehensive health care for all
The vigils are held on the second Tuesday of each month. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC) By Adam Studzinski BLOOMINGTON – A group of Bloomington-Normal residents gathered on the front lawn of the Bloomin...
Jan 10, 2017
State Rep. Brady encouraged entering next legislative session
State Rep. Dan Brady. (WJBC file photo) By Adam Studzinski BLOOMINGTON – Illinois’ 99th General Assembly is in the books. Tuesday marked the last day for the 99th assembly, with the 100th ...
Jan 10, 2017
Bloomington Police Department examines 2016 DUI numbers
Bloomington Police Chief Brendan Heffner asserts that DUI arrests are 100 percent avoidable if people drink smart. (WJBC File Photo) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington Police Departm...
Jan 10, 2017
Jane Lynch to receive honorary doctoral degree at ISU’s Founders Day
Jane Lynch earned a bachelor's degree in theatre from Illinois State University in 1982. (Photo courtesy wwwilstu.edu) By WJBC Staff NORMAL – Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jane Lynch will receive...
Jan 10, 2017 (Photo courtesy: File)
