Kankakee

Illinois Blaze: 40,000 Pounds of Celery Engulfed in Semi Fire on I-80

Joliet, IL -In a bizarre overnight incident, a semi-truck carrying 40,000 pounds of celery caught fire on Interstate 80, causing extensive disruptions. The fire began in the trailer of...

Car Stops Just Feet from Active School Playground After Friday Morning DUI Incident

Coal City, IL - A car driven by 39-year-old Kathryn Stirbis reportedly came to a stop just feet...

Kankakee County, IL – Man Arrested in Champaign Following High-Speed Chase, Crash on I-74

Kankakee County, IL - A Kankakee County man was arrested in Champaign this week after a high-speed chase...

Bradley’s Big Invite: Preschool Open House Unveils Fun Learning

Bradley, IL - Attention, Bradley families! The Bourbonnais Park District cordially invites you to the Preschool Open House...

Kankakee Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena Celebrates ’90s Nostalgia with Spring Ice Show

Kankakee, IL - Get ready to relive the golden era of the 90s at the Ice Valley Centre...

Surging Shingles Cases: Kankakee County Health Department Urges Vigilance, Vaccine

KANKAKEE, Ill. â€” The Kankakee County Health Department emphasizes the vital role of immunizations in safeguarding personal and community health. Offering a comprehensive range of...

Illinois Melodies, Architectural Splendor Unite: Gaines Hall Jr. Takes Stage for Landmark Preservation in Kankakee

KANKAKEE, IL - The stage is set, the melodies are tuned, and anticipation is building for an evening of musical brilliance that promises to be...

Kankakee County’s Winter Wonderland: Explore ‘Miracle on 8th’ this December 

KANKAKEE, IL - The Community Arts Council of Kankakee County and The Kankakee County Historical Society are gearing up to deliver a magical experience this...

From Books to Tech: Local Libraries Score $170k Boost to Thrive

KANKAKEE, IL - Four local libraries in the 40th Senate District are celebrating a much-needed boost as they receive nearly $170,000 in combined grants. These...

Clove Alliance Seeks Community Input for Strategic Planning Process

KANKAKEE, IL â€“ Clove Alliance, a leading organization in supporting survivors of sexual violence, seeks feedback from residents of Kankakee, Iroquois, and Ford counties.  The agency...

Safety Pup Under Attack: Man Arrested for Hitting Police Officer in Kankakee

KANKAKEE, IL â€”  A 61-year-old man was arrested Saturday for allegedly assaulting a police officer disguised as Safety Pup, the mascot representing the local police department.  According...
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