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Kankakee Alert: Immigrant Dropped Off by Police After Disturbing Home Entry Attempt in Wilmington 

Kankakee, IL - A decision by Wilmington police to transport a Venezuelan immigrant to Kankakee after a troubling incident has sparked controversy.  The incident occurred when a local woman reported...

Kankakee Springs Into Green: Celebrate Arbor Day at Old Fair Park

KANKAKEE, IL – Embrace nature's call to green living on Saturday, April 27, at the much-anticipated Arbor Day...

Vandalism Strikes Kankakee Fire Station, Police Seek Witnesses

Kankakee, IL - A Kankakee fire station located on the 200 block of West Water Street suffered significant...

Grundy County, IL – Structural Failures Prompt Immediate Closure of I-80 Bridge

Seneca, IL - A bridge over Interstate 80 near the Grundy County line has been abruptly closed this...

Indiana Fugitive Arrested in Texas, Wanted on Attempted Murder Charges

Hobart, IN - Ariel Ginjauma Jr., who was charged with attempted murder among other felony counts, was arrested...

Over 2,000 Asylum Seekers Arrive in DuPage County Since December 14th

DuPage County, IL - In a significant influx of asylum seekers, DuPage County has witnessed the arrival of over 2,000 individuals since December 14th.  According to...

Kankakee Valley Park District Prepares for 2024 Season with Lifeguard Hiring Event

Kankakee, IL - In anticipation of the 2024 swim season, the Kankakee Valley Park District is proactively organizing a lifeguard hiring event for Splash Valley...

Kankakee Community College Announces Honors and President’s List for Fall 2023 Semester

KANKAKEE, Ill. â€” Kankakee Community College (KCC) has released its Honors and President's Lists for the Fall 2023 semester, recognizing students for their outstanding academic...

Wreaths Across America Event in Kankakee County Honors Veterans, Seeks Volunteers

Kankakee, IL â€“ Wreaths Across America, a nationwide effort to honor veterans during the holiday season, is set to make a significant appearance in Kankakee...

University of Illinois Students Revive Holiday Spirit with Dial-A-Carol Tradition in Urbana

Urbana, IL â€” University of Illinois student volunteers are bringing festive joy through their annual Dial-A-Carol tradition.  Opening their phone lines on Thursday, these students offer...

Kankakee Winter Market: Shop Handmade Goods at the Public Library This December

Kankakee, IL – The Kankakee Public Library is set to host a festive Winter Market on Saturday, December 9, featuring local handmade goods. Slated...
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