Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Survey: Illinois needs to overhaul its criminal justice system
A majority of Illinois residents believe the state's criminal justice system is unfair and should be overhauled, according to a recently released Illinois Policy Institute voter poll. (Photo by Michae...
Aug 08, 2016
Bloomington to consider eliminating liquor commission, allow mayor to appoint deputy commissioner
Bloomington currently has a three-person liquor commission. (Photo by Adam Studzinski/WJBC)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – Bloomington's liquor commission might soon see some changes.Currently, ...
Aug 08, 2016
Early runs hold up as CornBelters win 9th straight
Series finale against the Traverse City Beach Bums in Michigan Sunday afternoon (WJBC File Photo) By Greg Halbleib TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. - The Normal CornBelters, presented by Illinois Corn Farmers, pu...
Aug 07, 2016
Bloomington Police: Two juveniles missing
Madison Knight (15, left) and Bianca Nickum (13, right) went missing Saturday night. (Photo Courtesy BPD) By WJBC Staff BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington Police Department is seeking help from the p...
Aug 07, 2016
New mobile app will help you get around the state fair
A new smart phone app can keep you from getting lost at the Illinois State Fair. (WJBC file photo) By Blake Haas SPRINGFIELD – As smart phones have become such a huge part of our lives today, th...
Aug 07, 2016
Connect Transit preview new routes
Connect Transit approved new routes earlier this year. (Photo courtesy Connect Transit) By Adam Studzinski BLOOMINGTON – Connect Transit will be holding preview days for riders to get the feel o...
Aug 07, 2016
Low gas prices lead to increased travel
Lower gas prices have allowed many families to afford a vacation this year. (Photo by Scot/Flickr) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – With school about to start, many families are taking one last road ...
Aug 07, 2016
New mobile app will help you get around Illinois State Fair
The Illinois State Fair app is free on Apple and Android devices. (Photo by Eric Stock/WJBC) By Blake Haas SPRINGFIELD – As smart phones have become such a huge part of our lives today, the Illi...
Aug 07, 2016
Bloomington Police: Woman, 56, missing
Bloomington Police say Felisa Dukes was last seen on Friday. (WJBC file photo) By WJBC Staff BLOOMINGTON – Police are is seeking help from the public in locating a missing woman. Felisa Dukes, 5...
Aug 06, 2016
Bloomington-Normal Strong Kids campaign reaches target
The Bloomigton-Normal YMCA offers financial help to low-income families to participate in YMCA programs. (Photo by Eric Stock/WJBC)By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – A campaign to build Strong Kids in B...
Aug 06, 2016
