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July 02, 2025
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Kambic speaks to GSU Class of 2025, receives honorary doctorate

Kambic speaks to GSU Class of 2025, receives honorary doctorate

Riverside Healthcare President and CEO Phil Kambic was presented with an honorary doctorate degree from Governors State University, where he gave a commencement address to the graduating Class of 2025.

By Mark Black for Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Donovan American Legion hosting annual Biscuits, Sausage & Gravy breakfast fundraiser on July 4

Donovan American Legion hosting annual Biscuits, Sausage & Gravy breakfast fundraiser on July 4

Celebrate this Independence Day with the Donovan American Legion at its annual Biscuits, Sausage and Gravy Breakfast fundraiser on July 4 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 5:00 pm CDT

Jury finds Bradley man innocent of sexual assault

Jury finds Bradley man innocent of sexual assault

A Kankakee County jury found Wali Borders Jr., 32, of Bradley, not guilty of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child on June 13.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 4:02 pm CDT

KCC hires new coordinator for equity, diversity, inclusion

KCC hires new coordinator for equity, diversity, inclusion

The new coordinator of equity, diversity, and inclusion at Kankakee Community College is Melany Villagomez.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

$240 million in Illinois school funding withheld by Trump administration

$240 million in Illinois school funding withheld by Trump administration

The freeze applies to funding already approved by Congress, and state education leaders say the delay is putting school districts in a difficult position with the 2025-26 school year looming

By John Sahly●
July 02, 2025 at 1:24 pm CDT

Cheeseburgers & Fireworks set to return to Aroma Park Boat Club on Saturday

Cheeseburgers & Fireworks set to return to Aroma Park Boat Club on Saturday

Fireworks and cheeseburgers, with a side of Kankakee River views, can be found in Aroma Park this Saturday evening at the Aroma Park Boat Club's annual community event. Parking is $5 per carload with food starting at 5 p.m. and live music at 7 p.m.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 12:30 pm CDT

Former longtime Illinois legislative leader Michael Madigan is convicted of 10 counts in corruption trial

Former longtime Illinois legislative leader Michael Madigan is convicted of 10 counts in corruption trial

Among multiple schemes, Madigan was accused of using his influence to pass legislation favorable to utility companies that doled out kickbacks, jobs and contracts to his loyalists

By The Associated Press●
February 12, 2025 at 11:33 am CST

Groups demand release of after-school program funding

Groups demand release of after-school program funding

Organizations that provide tutoring, recreation and other after-school programs are calling on Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois State Board of Education to release $50 million that was included in this year’s budget to fund those programs

By Peter Hancock - Capitol News Illinois●
February 03, 2025 at 4:03 pm CST

Temporary restraining order issued against Trump federal funding freeze in Illinois

Temporary restraining order issued against Trump federal funding freeze in Illinois

A federal judge on Friday issued a temporary retraining order that prohibits President Donald Trump’s administration from imposing a federal funding freeze, according to the Illinois Attorney General’s Office

By Kelsey Rettke●
January 31, 2025 at 6:26 pm CST

Bradley police release identities of Monday’s double murder-suicide

Bradley police release identities of Monday’s double murder-suicide

Bradley police released the names of the three people found deceased from an apparent double-murder-suicide in a home in the village Monday.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 01, 2025 at 4:30 pm CDT
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●
July 01, 2025 at 4:00 pm CDT
Fireworks schedule for Kankakee County, surrounding area

Fireworks schedule for Kankakee County, surrounding area

Celebrations for America’s 249th birthday are planned, and there are various opportunities to catch fireworks and fun in Kankakee County and beyond.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 01, 2025 at 2:16 pm CDT

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Kambic speaks to GSU Class of 2025, receives honorary doctorate

Kambic speaks to GSU Class of 2025, receives honorary doctorate


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Donovan American Legion hosting annual Biscuits, Sausage & Gravy breakfast fundraiser on July 4


Jury finds Bradley man innocent of sexual assault

Jury finds Bradley man innocent of sexual assault


KCC’s Aniya Lewis commits to University of Mississippi for volleyball

KCC’s Aniya Lewis commits to University of Mississippi for volleyball


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