Adam James Dopler, 44, of Chatsworth, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 11:10 P.M. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at his mother’s home in Pontiac, Illinois. Calvert & Martin Funeral Homes of Pontiac has been entrusted with the arrangements. Adam was born on March 17, 1981, in Moline, Illinois, the son of James Delbert and Kathleen Ann (Debowski) Dopler. Adam is survived by his loving mother, Kathleen Ann Dopler, His Brother, James Patrick (Jessa)Dopler, His aunts, Marian F

Illinois Senate Minority Leader John Curran (R- Downers Grove) and Deputy Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris) called on Governor Pritzker and the Democratic Majority not to raise taxes on Illinoisans this veto session.   “The Democrats plan to increase taxes on the economic engines of our state, causing more tax headaches for the people of Illinois ," they said.   The Senators say some of the major savings for Illinois businesses that could be on the chopping block include: o    A ne

A shooting victim has died following a shooting in Bloomington on Fox Creek Road this week. Bloomington Police officers were dispatched to Casey’s following a report of a person who had been shot in the parking lot. Officers located a man with a gunshot wound while bystanders were providing medical aid. The man, identified as Van Wilson, 57, of Bloomington, was taken to the hospital and later transferred to an Urbana hospital for further treatment. Wilson was later pronounced

Penny Jo Rhoades, 60 of Chenoa died at 8:06am, Friday, October 17, 2025 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, October 25, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Fairbury with Pastor Daryl Evans officiating. Burial will follow in Chenoa Twp. Cemetery, Chenoa.  Visitation will be 4 to 8 pm, Friday, October 24, 2025 at Duffy-Pils Memorial Home, Chenoa. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Osteosarcoma

Lois Elaine Gierich, 78, of Colfax passed away on Monday, October 13th, 2025, at Carle-Bromenn Medical Center in Normal. A private family service will be held for Lois. Lois was born on November 9th, 1946 in Peoria, the daughter of David Cousert and Velma Greene. She married Kenneth Roger Gierich on May 11th, 1963 in Joliet. He survives in Colfax.  Lois is survived by her two sons: Pat (Shelley) Gierich, of Bloomington; and Marty Gierich, of Pontiac. She is also survived by h

Ruth L. Martin, 99, of Pontiac formerly of Chenoa, died at 11 am, Friday, October 10, 2025 at Goldwater Care of Pontiac. Mrs. Martin was born on October 31, 1925, in Chenoa a daughter to Russell and Vernice (Harkrider) Dunham. She married Paul Martin on August 17, 1945 in Bloomington, IL. Her husband Paul, preceded her in death on July 31, 2006.   Her Parents, one son, Dennis Martin in 2024; one brother, John "Sonny" Dunham; three Sisters, Lillian Yergler, Gayle Bayleat & Mar

Federal officials with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have informed states that it will not fund November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits if the federal government shutdown, now in its third week, continues. As a result, SNAP customers will not have access to any new food benefits starting on November 1, 2025, unless the government shutdown ends. Illinois administers more than $350 million in SNAP benefits each month and the average monthl

A man on parole from the Illinois Department of Corrections was arrested by Pontiac Police Wednesday on firearm and drug charges. Police stopped a vehicle leaving Pontiac on Interstate 55 when an officer observed drugs in plain view inside the vehicle. The driver, Charles France Jr., was found to be on parole. France reportedly attempted to move away from officers when they began a search outside of the vehicle but they were able to handcuff him. A loaded .45 caliber Glock pi

The Illinois General Assembly is set to return to Springfield on Tuesday for the fall veto session.  Lawmakers are scheduled to meet for...

Brian Schilz, 68, of Piper City, passed away at 4:20 am, October 10, 2025, at Gilman Healthcare. Cremation has been accorded. Private...

Gary Kessinger, 68, of Colfax, passed away at 10:33 am, October 7, 2025, at his residence.  Gary’s funeral will be held at 11:00 am,...

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $4.4 million is available in tourism funding through three...

Jacob Howard McMillan, 34, of Piper City passed away on October 6, 2025 as a result of an ATV accident. He was born on May 14, 1991 in...

Neil A. (Johnson) Kade, 47, of Massachusetts, a beloved son, husband, father and scientist, passed away on September 17, 2025, in...

A motorcyclist is dead after being thrown from the motorcycle north of Goodfield on Woodford County Tuesday.   The Woodford County...

A longtime tradition is returning to Pontiac on New Year’s Eve under a new name. “Last Nite” is planned throughout the community on Dec....

Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) is highlighting a historic level of infrastructure investment coming to the 53rd Senate District...

Futures Unlimited in Pontiac is temporarily accepting phone calls to provide needed public transportation. Anyone needing public...

Pontiac Police have made numerous arrests of individuals suspected of statewide ATM burglaries. A recent crime known as “ATM Jackpotting”...

Louise Baker, 88, of Colfax, passed at away at 6:05 am, September 25,2025, at Fairview Haven Retirement Community, Fairbury. Her funeral...