The U.S. House of Representatives rejected the Iran nuclear deal. The Republicans’ message of disapproval comes one day after Democrats were able to block efforts to kill the deal.… MORE
Serena Williams’ grand slam hopes crushed at U.S. Open
Unseeded Roberta Vinci of Italy defeated Serena Williams in a match at the U.S. Open semifinals, ending Williams’ bid for a calendar-year grand slam.… MORE
Rivalry football match-up TONIGHT
By Mark Myre/WJEZ Sports Prairie Central and Pontiac, need I say more. This one shapes up to be a great game. The Pontiac Indians at 1-1, and the The Prairie Central Hawks at 2-0. The winner of this game has a great chance of the playoffs. I think this one will come down to turnovers,…… MORE
Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois
Another installment of “Budgeting on the Fly” is underway in Springfield. The Illinois Senate passed a nearly $4 billion spending bill – about half of which would come from the general revenue fund – to pay for some social services – including autism and child care programs — and lottery prizes. The state’s refusal to…… MORE
FREE hearing screenings TUESDAY
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Pontiac Lions Club and the Livingston County Employee Wellness Program is giving adults in the area a chance to have a free hearing screening Tuesday. The screening will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Livingston County Historic Courthouse in downtown Pontiac. The Lion’s Hearing Van will…… MORE
Four bands reuniting for ONE NIGHT of music
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Some of the area’s favorite bands from the 80s are coming together for a 30th Reunion show. The Three for All 30th Anniversary Reunion Show is happening at the Pontiac Elks Lodge from 7 to 10 p.m. Dan Martino, who is a member of some of the four bands playing Saturday,…… MORE
Today is Patriot Day
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Today, we as Americans observe Patriot Day, which is also known as the National Day of Service and Remembrance. This began in memory of the 2,977 killed in the September 11, 2001, attacks at the World Trade Centers in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, DC and when a plane…… MORE
Hillary Clinton’s explanations of her email saga
After months of explaining and defending her email setup during her time as secretary of state, Hillary Clinton apologized on Tuesday.… MORE
The Pope wants to hear your best joke
Pontifical Mission Societies is asking people to “donate” jokes to the Pope’s favorite causes. The funniest “Joke with the Pope” will win $10,000.… MORE
10 shootings in 11 days along stretch of Phoenix highway
There have been 10 shootings in 11 days along one small, busy stretch of Interstate-10 through downtown Phoenix. There are no suspects.… MORE
