The city of Kankakee and the Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency reached a settlement in its federal civil lawsuit with former KRMA Executive Director Richard Simms and his daughter, Anna Simms.

Daniela Echeverri joined Riverside Healthcare’s team of heart and vascular providers.

When Maribel Rodriguez began working at a McDonald's restaurant 10 years ago, she had no idea what was in store for her. She found out this week what can happen.

Darryl Lee Jr., 19, of Kankakee, faces 11 felony counts, including first-degree murder, concealment of homicidal death and armed robbery.

Concerns have been raised regarding the timeliness of the completion of a forensic audit set to look into Kankakee School District 111's spending on its former Youth Empowerment Program. Former superintendent Genevra Walters is among those seeking answers.

In this week's “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about how to add an extra element of fun to mundane tasks or commonplace occurrences.

One of the original farmers at the first Kankakee Farmers' Market 27 years ago, Pembroke's John Thurman, will be on site for the downtown market's final installment on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.

Turkey for Tots benefit events to help local youth in need readies for upcoming Christmas holiday with benefit events set for the annual program in Kankakee County.

One final piece to put the Kankakee Hydroelectric plant back in operation was put in place by the Kankakee City Council.

No matter how spooky or safe you want to play it on Oct. 31, there are many different options coming up to celebrate Halloween around Kankakee County.

Kankakee Fire Chief Bryan LaRoche said they suspect a fire was set in an abandoned residence in the 400 block of South Greenwood Avenue early Tuesday morning on the city’s southeast side.

The Tri-County Auto Theft Task Force, which includes law enforcement agencies in Kankakee, Will and Grundy counties, on Monday received a $2.14 million state grant.

The Kankakee boys soccer team rode a fast start to a 7-1 triumph over Ottawa in Monday's Class 2A Ottawa Regional semifinal to advance to Saturday's 11 a.m. championship against La Salle-Peru.

A new public outdoor fitness court was unveiled Thursday and is now ready for use behind Kankakee High School.

Many Illinois communities are adding back a 1% grocery tax that will otherwise expire on Jan. 1. Is your town among them?

Hundreds gathered once again at the Kankakee County Courthouse for a No Kings Rally on Saturday afternoon as more than 2,500 protests took place around the country in opposition to actions by the Trump administration.

A list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.

Ben Zobrist, the 2016 World Series MVP with the Chicago Cubs and former Olivet Nazarene baseball star, was the guest speaker Wednesday at the annual meeting of the Hundred Club of Kankakee County.

A No Kings Rally was held at the Kankakee County Courthouse on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. The demonstration, organized by Indivisible Kankakee, was one of more than 2,500 events taking place around the country.

The BBCHS Academic Foundation will honor the recipients of its 2025 alumni awards, Judge Nancy Nicholson and Lindsey Mantoan, at a reception Nov. 12 at the Kankakee Country Club.

Eileen Dupuis takes life one day at a time and she celebrates birthday 105 this weekend.

A first responder on an unrelated ambulance call at the Donovan Farmers Co-Op Elevator in Martinton spotted a bulge in the concrete and rebar beginning to form on the north side of the silo that ultimately collapsed Wednesday afternoon.

A concrete grain bin collapsed at the Donovan Farmers Co-Op Elevator in downtown Martinton on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. Local emergency personnel were on scene and no injuries were reported as Ameren worked to restore power to the small farming community.

In this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about a recent trip to Joshua Tree, Calif., and the astounding views the area offers.

As the federal government pressure has been turned up regarding deportation of undocumented immigrants gains intensity, Hispanic residents in Kankakee County are living in fear, an advocate said.

A grain bin holding approximately 30,000 bushels of soybeans collapsed Wednesday afternoon in Martinton.

A Kankakee residence sustained between $35,000-$45,000 in damage in a structure fire Tuesday.

On Sunday, a plaque rededication event at the B. Harley Bradley House, Kankakee's Frank Lloyd Wright home, honored the memory of Stephen Small, who was working on converting the home to a bed and breakfast at the time of his death. 

Kankakee Community College’s radiography program has been awarded initial accreditation by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.

A kitchen fire started by unattended frying food left two apartments uninhabitable in a 12-unit complex in the 200 block of Crestlane on Kankakee’s east side Monday night.

Kankakee Mayor Chris Curtis stated Sunday he has been made aware by members of the public that ICE agents and perhaps other federal agencies are in Kankakee.

Kankakee County Coroner Bob Gessner identified the victim in the fatal crash involving a motorcycle and passenger car as 31-year-old Trevor Waddell, of Braidwood.

Kankakee County has a new trail to travel - the interactive Kankakee County Mural Trail.

Illinois State Police Troop 5 is investigating a fatal crash involving a passenger car and motorcycle that occurred Sunday morning in Kankakee County.

Evelyn Provost celebrated her 90th birthday with a large family gathering on Sept. 20 in Momence.

Two local musical ensembles, the New Horizons Band and the River Valley Wind and String Ensembles, will host their free fall concerts this month.

Kankakee County continues to experience growth in tourism with about 10% of the local economy fueled by visitors.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday for the Herscher School District’s project to replace its aging facilities.

With its workforce at 350, Gotion Illinois officials anticipate the number to more than triple within the next 15 months.

A list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.

In this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about the upcoming fundraiser, Empty Bowls: Kankakee County, which raises money for area food pantries.

11th annual Boilermaker games celebrate inclusion and friendship at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School.

Sunrise Center Animal Rescue will be hosting its second Trunk or Treat on Sunday, Oct. 19, from noon-4 p.m.at its location, 3306 Waldron Road, Kankakee.

Three of Riverside Healthcare’s have been honored at the state level for their outstanding leadership, innovation and dedication to the nursing profession.

Area high school students are taking an opportunity to learn job skills for aviation through the Kankakee Area Career Center's program.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s first prairie style home will be the site for an upcoming Halloween tea.

A 62-year-old Kankakee man was shot and killed late Friday in the 200 block of North Evergreen Avenue.

A Kankakee woman accused of shooting and killing 58-year-old Harold Williams in June 2022 agreed to plead guilty to second degree murder Thursday.

The 44th Kankakee County Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service honored the ultimate sacrifice made by the area's eight firefighters and their families on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.

The 44th Kankakee County Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service honored the ultimate sacrifice made by the area's eight firefighters and their families on Friday morning near the memorial wall on the Kankakee County Courthouse lawn.