By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting was held for the grand opening of the Museum of Gilding arts on Mill Street Saturday, bringing a busload of gilders from around the world. Pontiac Mayor Bob Russell said this museum is a welcome addition to Pontiac’s lineup of attractions. “It’s…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting Saturday for the Farmers Market, sponsored by P.R.O.U.D. Joycelyn Miller of P.R.O.U.D. said the markets will be held on the courthouse lawn at the corner of Washington and Mill streets and Saturday brought out a lot of vendors. “Gary House was…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News A Livingston County Grand Jury returned two bills of indictment charging two former employees of Pontiac Correctional Center with official misconduct and obstructing justice. Livingston County State’s Attorney Seth Uphoff said those charges state Angela Creech and Sherry Lasek allegedly violated rules on socializing with inmates or a relative or known…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News A grand jury issued a bill of indictment Thursday charging Michael Bragg, inmate at Pontiac Correctional Center, with six counts of first degree murder. Bragg was serving 22 years for aggravated criminal sexual assault when his cellmate, Fabian Carrillo, was found unresponsive in their shared cell. Livingston County State’s Attorney Seth…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The 4-H Aerospace Special Interest Club, geared toward children ages eight and older, is set to begin June 22. Students will learn the basics of aerospace, building their own rocket and an opportunity to launch that rocket. Classes will be from 1 to 3 June 22 through 27 at the University…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Casey J. Kohlmeier Memorial Foundation is hosting its first annual 5K Run/Walk tomorrow morning in downtown Pontiac. Check-in for the race begins at 6:30 a.m. in the parking lot across from the Law and Justice Center. Kohlmeier’s mother, Keri Jo Schmidt, said she started this foundation to raise awareness of…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Agriculture, Zoning and Emergency Services Committee of the Livingston County Board met last night to discuss the fate of the Pleasant Ridge Wind Farm. The Zoning Board of Appeals, who has conducted dozens of hearings throughout the past several months, made a decision earlier this week to make a recommendation…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Beginning earlier this week, OSF HealthCare is offering OSF OnCall, 24/7 online access to medical care. This program is described as ideal for minor complaints, as patients with more serious issues will be referred to either an OSF PromptCare or emergency department. Advantages to the program include the lack of appointments…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Livingston County Housing Authority properties have become 100 percent smoke free as of June 1. According to a press release from the Livingston County Public Health Department, the major factors contributing to this decision came from the wish to protect people and property. From second hand smoke and helping people kick…… MORE
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Illinois lawmakers have sent Governor Bruce Rauner legislation that would make leaving pets outside in extreme hot or cold weather punishable with jail time and fines. Livingston County already had an ordinance in place protecting pets in those situations. Sheriff’s Deputy Tom Hardyman, who is also head warden for the county’s…… MORE
