Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois

Illinois has lost its singing state legislator. State Rep. Esther Golar (D-Chicago) was known for introducing her bills by singing, not reading, the language of the legislation on the House floor. In a statement, Gov. Bruce Rauner praised her, saying “She championed change in the areas of housing, education, restorative justice and mental illness. She…MORE

Need help? Call LIHEAP and see if you qualify

By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will begin on Thursday, October 1 and concludes May 31 (or until funds are exhausted).  Applications will be taken by appointment only for the 2015 LIHEAP application period. The focus of the program is gas heat and electric services. Payment amounts will be…MORE

Pro basketball coming to Pontiac

By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Pontiac 66ers are coming to Pontiac in January! It was announced the new expansion team for the Midwest Professional Basketball Association is making its home in Pontiac. The team will play games at Pontiac Township High School and is being operated as a joint venture between the MPBA and a…MORE

Looking forward after last night’s big win

By Mark Myre/WJEZ Sports When Buck Casson took the Indian program over he wanted to get into the playoffs every year. Last night after beating Mahomet, he might of just did that. Pontiac football is all about the team, I guess you would say, it’s the ‘next man up’ theory. Pontiac beat Mahomet on the…MORE