The discovery recount has been completed in Normal’s mayoral race, and it’s up to the challenger to decide what’s next.… MORE
Renner: Multi-purpose sports complex would require private participation
As the lease for the Community Soccer Fields near Central Illinois Regional Airport is extended through 2020, Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner says a sports complex to replace the fields would require private development.… MORE
Suzi Davis Travel’s Summer Fun In Puerto Vallarta
Radio Bloomington and Suzi Davis Travel are excited to bring you yet another trip! Gracing the pristine shores of Litibu, along Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, the all-inclusive IBEROSTAR Playa Mita promises an unrivaled escape for guests seeking an unforgettable getaway. On arrival to Puerto Vallarta you will enjoy a scenic drive from the international airport to…… MORE
Robinson Street closed for sewer work
BLOOMINGTON – Effective immediately, Robinson St. between Locust and Mulberry, will be closed to thru traffic for sewer repairs. Street will be closed until work is complete. Drivers should find alternate routes.… MORE
Vladimir Drive closing for street repairs
By WJBC Staff BLOOMINGTON – Vladimir Drive between Tatiana Court and Gill Street will be immediately closed to all traffic due to street repairs. It will be reopened as soon as work is completed. For more information, contact the Bloomington Public Works Department, 309-434-2225.… MORE
Bloomington liquor commission reviewing policies on free alcohol
Though he hasn’t heard of any problems, Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner says the city’s liquor commission will review how events that provide free alcohol are handled.… MORE
WJBC Forum: Logical imprecision and public policy
Public policy is best formed when unencumbered by logical imprecision and emotion.… MORE
Sports On Air
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Rep. Davis: ‘Somewhat troubled’ by Comey firing
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis said he was ‘surprised and somewhat troubled’ by the news of FBI Director James Comey’s firing.… MORE
Lyons: MVC could seek more expansion after Valparaiso addition
The Missouri Valley Conference awaits Valparaiso’s vote to join the league after league presidents extended the invitation to the Indiana school Monday to replace Wichita State.… MORE
Blogs
Labor Day – Expanding voting rights for all
By Mike Matejka Because of COVID, there is no Labor Day Parade this year. It’s always a great event for our everyday workers to march proudly down the street and enjoys the festive crowd. If there had been a parade, this year’s Labor Day theme was to be “150 years of struggle: your right to vote.” …
Is federal mobilization the answer?
By Mike Matejka As President Donald Trump threatens to send federal marshals into Chicago, over the objections of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, recall another Illinois Governor who protested the incursion of armed federal personnel into the city. Those federal troops, rather than calming, escalated the situation, leading to deaths and violence. Illinois poet Vachel Lindsay…
In these troubled times, to my fellow white Americans
By Mike Matejka Our nation is at a unique watershed in human relations. African-Americans have been killed too many times in the past before George Floyd, but the response to this man’s death is international and all-encompassing. I was a grade-schooler during the Civil Rights 1960s. I watched Birmingham demonstrators hosed and the Selma – Montgomery…
Workers’ Memorial Day – Remember those whose job took their life
Looking around our community, when we say employer, most will respond to State Farm, Country, or Illinois State University. We too often forget those who are building our roads, serving our food, or our public employees. COVID-19 has made us more aware of the risk. Going to work every day for some people means…