Kankakee County

The Kankakee County Coroner’s office is requesting assistance from the public in identifying the man whose body was recovered from the Kankakee River Friday.

The downtown Kankakee Salvation Army is overwhelmed by a cash shortage and is having greater troubles serving those in need.

Kankakee County State’s Attorney Jim Rowe filed a complaint in circuit court Wednesday regarding Prime Healthcare testimony before a state agency regarding the sale of St. Mary’s Hospital.

Bob Steinke is the chairman of the Bourbonnais Friendship Festival. He has been since 2006.

Illinois State Police arrested Carlos Luca, of Momence, alleging he failed to register as a sex offender.

The body of an unidentified man was recovered from the Kankakee River Friday afternoon.

Some of the best late model and modified drivers from across the country hit the dirt at Kankakee County Speedway for the DIRTcar Summer Nationals.

Kankakee police arrested Carlos S. Vazquez, of Bourbonnais, on the charge of arson Friday.

Some of the best late model and modified racers from around the country flocked to Kankakee for the DIRTcar Summer Nationals at Kankakee County Speedway Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Joliet Job Corps could be shuttered this summer as the Trump Administration moves to end the program nationwide. The 60-year program serves students from beyond Will County.

In this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster shares some local gift ideas for Father's Day.

In response to some residents' complaints, Manteno will up police patrols to slow down some drivers.

Electric Lady Lounge will host its third annual Pride event this Saturday, with proceeds to benefit the Kankakee Area LGBTQ Network.

Riverside Healthcare golfers helped raise more than $218,000 to assist behavioral health services during the organization's 48th annual golf outing on Friday at the Kankakee Country Club.

Due to elevated nitrate levels in its Kankakee regional area, an Aqua Illinois alert remains in effect for water consumption of infants six-month of age and younger.

The 31st annual Hot Rod Power Tour, the world’s largest traveling car show, packed the west-bound lanes of Court Street Tuesday en route to Joliet's Route 66 Raceway as part of the five-day tour.

Cyclists and spectators alike gathered in Kankakee's Riverview Historic District for the annual Cobb Park Criterium along the Kankakee River on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

Downtown Kankakee's monthly summer lunchtime concert series returns this Wednesday with music by Emily Quinn and food from Essential Smoothies and MiaBella's Pizza.

The search for the new permanent Bradley fire chief has started, Mayor Mike Watson said.

Mostly good weekend weather allowed for those gathered to listen to a wide variety of music at the second Bradley 315 Music Fest this weekend.

State Rep. Jackie Haas will host a job fair on Wednesday at the Knights of Columbus in Kankakee.

Prime Healthcare, the new owners of St. Mary's - Kankakee, said the hospital's pulmonology service continue, despite recent rumors to the contrary.

Dennis writes about life expectancy.

After filming across Kankakee County, Clifton native Andrew Lamping will roll out the red carpet as his debut feature film, "When the Night Falls," premieres on June 13 in Wilmington with a special screening for the cast, crew and local supporters.

The Riverview Historic District will turn into a scenic route for bicycle racers this Sunday as the Cobb Park Criterium returns.

Unplug & Play is designed to encourage residents of all ages to enjoy an electronics-free afternoon outdoors at The Grove.

Bradley-Bourbonnais fell 2-0 to Normal Community in the IHSA Class 4A Illinois Wesleyan University Sectional semifinal on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

Riverside Healthcare has expanded imaging technology at its Bourbonnais campus which also allows for faster results and shorter wait times.

A chill concert by the Kankakee River is the latest fundraising event set for The Currents of Kankakee on Saturday from 6:30 - 11 p.m. in the Riverview Historic District. Winslow, Arizona (a tribute to The Eagles) will perform.

From the first Cruis'n the Square in downtown Kankakee to a Frank Lloyd Wright birthday party, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Kankakee police arrested a Chebanse man after he allegedly left an infant unattended inside a van.

Following nearly seven years of discussions and plans, the J. Jeffers housing and business project appears ready to begin.

In a vote on the payment of bills amounting to $692,890, some objections were raised by Trustee Mike Barry, who expressed concern over the final cost compared to the original estimate.

The second Bradley 315 Music Fest takes to the stage Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the east area of the Northfield Square mall parking lot.

Bourbonnais Interim Police Chief Jason Sztuba explained a change in the route for this year’s Friendship Festival Grand Parade.

Wilmington's postseason run came to an end as the Wildcats fell 4-0 to Eureka in the IHSA Class 2A Geneseo Super-Sectional on Monday, June 2, 2025.

Momence's Johnsonville Foods informs employees Monday morning the plant is closing, effective immediately, eliminating 274 jobs.

Kankakee County Sheriff’s police arrested Stephen N. Nelson of Momence after he allegedly fired multiple rounds from a firearm in the backyard of his residence in the 11000 block of East Parrish Street Friday.

Lunchtime Bites and Beats returns for its second year at The Grove at Robert Goselin Memorial Park in Bourbonnais.

While the Patriot Hyundai has established its temporary home in Bourbonnais, construction of its new home in Bradley should begin later this year.

Nominate a Kankakee County woman who goes above and beyond expectations at her job, in her field and/or community.

The $3.5-million investment by Bradley into the renovations of Lil's Park are complete as the park's splash pad opened Sunday.

Bourbonnais officials will hear the first reads for two ordinances that deal with a grocery tax and sales tax at Monday’s board meeting.

The architects behind the planning of a $70 million facility overhaul at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School are taking extra time to work out the building’s schematic design.

A proposed gaming cafe in Bourbonnais moved a step closer to approval Wednesday.

Twelve part-time Bradley firefighters have filed a civil suit in federal court against the village for unpaid overtime wages.

The city of Kankakee and IDOT held a public meeting on the impending rebuild of the Interstate 57 312 interchange.

Wilmington bested Chicago Christian 7-2 in the IHSA Class 2A Beecher Sectional semifinal on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Bradley hired its 12th full-time firefighter bringing the department to its budget level.

A portion of northbound Interstate 57 in Kankakee County is closed following the crash of a commercial truck at approximately 5:30 a.m. today.