Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
NPD respond to possible domestic abuse on Robert Drive
The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC) By Adam Studzinski NORMAL – The Normal Police Department is investigating a domestic abuse incident in the 300 block of Robert D...
Aug 10, 2016
Two important conversations for new students
Woodruff says parents need to talk to their kids about drinking and consent. (WJBC File Photo) By Terry James NORMAL – If your son or daughter is headed off to college, Illinois State University...
Aug 10, 2016
ISU receives $350,000 nursing grant
Mennonite College of Nursing has received a grant to support the training of nurse practitioners during the 2016-17 school year. (Photo courtesy Illinois State University)By WJBC StaffNORMAL – I...
Aug 10, 2016
Bloomington considers alternative options for downtown hotel
By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – Bloomington city officials are meeting on Wednesday to consider how to proceed on a downtown hotel – since the city hasn’t yet found a plan to its liking.h...
Aug 10, 2016
Changing the Illinois Constitution as rare as ‘Halley’s Comet’
(Photo Facebook/Independent Maps)By Eric StockSPRINGFIELD – The currently stalled attempt to bring legislative redistricting in Illinois is a sign of just how difficult it is to change the state...
Aug 10, 2016
Bloomington woman fights to keep custody of her child from prison
Danielle Bagley, formerly Danielle Fischer, appears on the witness stand during Nicholas Compton’s murder trial. (Photo courtesy WMBD)By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington woman who is ...
Aug 10, 2016
Political expert: ‘Pay to play Rod’ got what he deserved
Rod Blagojevich is scheduled to be released from prison in 2024. (WJBC file photo)By Greg Bishop/Illinois Radio NetworkCHICAGO – A longtime political observer isn't surprised former Gov. Rod Bla...
Aug 10, 2016
Barickman: Pressure lacking in Springfield
State Senator Jason Barickman realized some are still suffering due to lack of funding from the state. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC) By Adam Studzinski BLOOMINGTON – State Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloom...
Aug 09, 2016
Clinton urges lawmakers to stick with nuclear energy
Clinton’s city administrator hopes Illinois will follow New York’s lead. (WJBC file photo) By Terry James CLINTON – Tim Followell applauds the New York Public Service Commission̵...
Aug 09, 2016
Giebelhausen not looking to build ‘fleabag’ downtown hotel
The Front ‘N’ Center building is located at the northeast corner of Front and Center streets. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC) By Adam Studzinski BLOOMINGTON – Developer Jeff Giebelhausen is c...
Aug 09, 2016
