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July 01, 2025
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Update: Authorities investigate apparent murder-suicide involving three people in Bradley

Update: Authorities investigate apparent murder-suicide involving three people in Bradley

Bradley police said they are investigating an apparent murder-suicide involving three people that occurred Monday morning.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 30, 2025 at 4:30 pm CDT

Braiden Keller, Nick Seplak win Lee J. Hall Memorial features

Braiden Keller, Nick Seplak win Lee J. Hall Memorial features

The Lee J. Hall Memorial was held at Kankakee County Speedway last Friday, where Braiden Keller and Nick Seplak won the main races and big paychecks that came with them.

By Mason Schweizer●
June 30, 2025 at 4:00 pm CDT

Authorities investigate Bradley double homicide

Authorities investigate Bradley double homicide

Bradley police and the Kankakee County Coroner’s Office are investigating a double homicide Monday that occurred in the 200 block of South Prairie Avenue.

By Jeff Bonty●
June 30, 2025 at 1:00 pm CDT

Juveniles arrested following car chase

Juveniles arrested following car chase

Five juveniles were arrested by Kankakee County Sheriff’s deputies early Monday morning for allegedly stealing a vehicle and leading police on a chase.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 30, 2025 at 11:00 am CDT

Cheers to 50 years: Friendship Fest toasts to milestone celebration

Cheers to 50 years: Friendship Fest toasts to milestone celebration

As Sunday’s grand parade finished rolling down South Main Street, the village of Bourbonnais and dozens of dedicated volunteers basked in a bittersweet moment. The 50th anniversary celebration of the Friendship Festival had come to an end.

By Tiffany Blanchette and Jeff Bonty●
June 30, 2025 at 5:00 am CDT

Photos: 50th Friendship Festival weekend concludes
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Photos: 50th Friendship Festival weekend concludes

Visitors came from near and far to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Bourbonnais Friendship Festival over the June 27-29, 2025 weekend. Check out today's edition of the Daily Journal for the story.

By Tiffany Blanchette●
June 29, 2025 at 3:00 pm CDT

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Birth announcements: Kankakee County: June 29, 2025

A list of recents births at Riverside Medical Center.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 29, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

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College corner: Kankakee County: June 28, 2025

A roundup of accomplishments from area students at various colleges.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 28, 2025 at 5:00 pm CDT

Harris’ motion hearing put on hold

Harris’ motion hearing put on hold

A motion to allow attorneys for Xandria Harris to use a mock jury in preparation for her trial was put on hold Friday in Kankakee County Court.

By Jeff Bonty●
June 28, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

Aqua’s rate hike to take effect

Aqua’s rate hike to take effect

New water rates for Aqua Illinois take effect this coming week.

By Christopher Breach●
June 28, 2025 at 9:00 am CDT
Ouwenga 60th anniversary

Ouwenga 60th anniversary

Warren and Sharon (Hamann) Ouwenga were married on, March 6, 1965, at St. Peters United Church in Grant Park, with the Rev. Wallace W. Reifsteck officiating.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 28, 2025 at 8:00 am CDT
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Naese 100th birthday

Norma Naese, of Manteno, celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends on June 2 at Heritage Woods Manteno.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 28, 2025 at 7:00 am CDT

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