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(WJEZ file photo) Former library director pleads guilty
2 weeks ago
The former director of the Pontiac and Odell libraries will be sentenced June 19, on theft charges, and could face up to 30 years in prison.
Eric Colclasure, 44, of Pontiac pleaded guilty to the charges on Thursday, which allege he exerted unauthorized control over money belonging to Heartland Community College by intercepting it from the mail.
Don't you just love how I used the headphones as Princess Leia's hairbuns? Happy Star Wars Day…May the 4th be with you!
2 weeks ago
True Star Wars geeks, like me, know today is Star Wars Day. But many of us may not know exactly why for sure, I mean how did this great day, honoring the most spectacular movie series of all time, begin?
Weather cancels school, closes bridge
2 weeks ago
CORNELL - We are in the midst of an active spring weather pattern.
Livingston County had some severe thunderstorm warnings last night and weather officials say there was a 65 mile per hour wind gust recorded in the Pontiac area.
Photo by Getty Images Entertainment ‘Marvel’s The Avengers’ hits theaters
2 weeks ago
It is a rarity that we only have one movie coming out in wide release for the weekend. It appears other films are raising the white flag when going up against this potential blockbuster.
(WJEZ file photo) Route 66 rolls out the red carpet
2 weeks ago
PONTIAC - Several events are planned along a 90-mile stretch of historic Route 66 this weekend, during the sixth annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival. Each of the 13 towns along this portion of the road, including Pontiac, will offer a unique collection of activities.
(WJEZ file photo) Deadline extended for history book
2 weeks ago
PONTIAC - The deadline for submitting photos and ordering the Pictorial History Book of Livingston County has been extended to June.
Several people have already submitted photographs for the book and over 200 books have been ordered so far. Another flier will be mailed out to everyone in the county in about two weeks.
Photo by Getty Images News Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Livingston County
2 weeks ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Livingston County until 1:45am and a Flash Flood Warning for Northwestern Livingston County until 6:30am.
Photo by Getty Images News Severe Thunderstorm Watch/Flash Flood Watch in effect
2 weeks ago
Livingston County remains under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 12am and a Flash Flood Watch until 3am.
Photo by Getty Images News Tornado Watch for Livingston County
2 weeks ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch until 12am. We have the latest.
Photo by Getty Images News Iconic couple in World War II photo confirmed by book
2 weeks ago
It is one of the most famous photographs in American history. Who is the kissing couple?
Two face drug charges
PONTIAC - Two people have been charged with unlawful possession of cannabis in Livingston County Court.
Tarowe Evans, 34, of Danville and Nereida Crosby of Rocky Ford, Colorado, will both appear in court later this month for preliminary hearings.
(WJEZ file photo) Fairbury residents should lock cars
2 weeks ago
FAIRBURY - Fairbury residents are being urged to lock their cars after a string of vehicle burglaries during the past several nights.
Fairbury Police say around 10 to 12 vehicles were entered in various locations around the city, with stolen items ranging from I-pods to cell phone chargers and candy.
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