Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
High levels of radon found in all parts of Illinois
By Terry JamesSPRINGFIELD – Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can kill.Illinois Emergency Management Agency Spokeswoman Patti Thompson said radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer...
Jan 23, 2016
13th District Candidate: Davis not advancing conservatism
Republican candidate Ethan Vandersand said Davis has allowed Democrats to get their way. (WJBC File Photo)By Andy DahnBLOOMINGTON – A Republican candidate for Illinois’ 13th District Congr...
Jan 22, 2016
Democratic U.S. Sen. candidates agree on 3 joint appearances
(WJBC file photo)By John Gregory/Illinois Radio NetworkCHICAGO – The Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate have agreed to three joint appearances, none of which will take place downstate.The thr...
Jan 22, 2016
Illinois lawmaker aims to prevent cuts to home care assistance
State Rep. Greg Harris says he’s reintroducing legislation to lock in the Determination of Need, or DON score, which decides whether an individual qualifies for the state’s home care progr...
Jan 22, 2016
Four people honored for helping man survive a heart attack at Four Seasons
Four Seasons Health Club II. (Photo courtesy Google Maps)By Joe RagusaBLOOMINGTON – Four people have been honored by the American Heart Association for their work helping Dr. Bill Neil survive a...
Jan 21, 2016
Lincoln Leisure Center reopening still unknown
The Lincoln Leisure Center at 1206 S. Lee St. is closed indefinitely because of an asbestos problem. (Photo courtesy Google Maps)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – A timeline for the reopening of t...
Jan 21, 2016
BPD searching for missing 52-year-old
(Photo courtesy Bloomington Police)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington Police Department are searching for a missing 52-year-old.Clyde G. Lambert, of Bloomington, voluntarily left hi...
Jan 20, 2016
Republicans propose changes to CPS
(Photo courtesy Facebook/Christine Radogno)By John Gregory/Illinois Radio NetworkCHICAGO – Republican legislative leaders are proposing several changes they say will save Chicago Public Schools ...
Jan 20, 2016
Davis: Future Supreme Court ruling beyond issue of immigration
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (right) and State Rep. Dan Brady (left) spoke with media on Wednesday. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC)By Adam StudzinskiNORMAL – U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Taylorville) welcomes a d...
Jan 20, 2016
State could help resolve dispute over McLean County health fund reserves
Jim Soeldner was appointed Vice-Chairman of the McLean County Board on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy www.mcleancountyil.gov)By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – One of McLean County government’s new lead...
Jan 20, 2016
