The Village of Bourbonnais is returning two community-driven initiatives in celebration of Earth Day: Vera Amiano’s Garden at Jordan Park and the Weed Warriors volunteer program at The Grove.

The River Valley Wind Ensemble will perform a free spring concert on Sunday, May 3, at 4 p.m. at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School Auditorium.

Allie Werner of Peotone, Illinois was recently awarded the William Ahrens Scholarship by the Township Officials of Illinois.

Twenty-nine Earth Day projects were completed on as part of the United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties’ annual Day of Action on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

In this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about her grandfather's impending 95th birthday and all that he's seen in his years.

The County of Kankakee is offering boaters a free safety inspection — no fines, no hassle — to get their vessels ready for the upcoming season.

A Lombard-based developer is targeting a 32-unit, senior housing development in south Kankakee.

With trash bags and grabbers in hand, volunteers set out on 29 Earth Day projects on Wednesday as part of the United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties annual Day of Action.

This week, union workers across Illinois are launching a public awareness campaign to remind drivers that slowing down in work zones isn’t just about safety — it’s about saving lives.

Riverside Healthcare has earned a Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health for the fifth consecutive year, a recognition given to fewer than two in five employers nationwide.

The Kankakee Fire Department hired two new officers, bringing the department's force up to 48.

The B. Harley Bradley House will host the Ikebana Society Floral Art Show on Saturday, April 25.

One hundred thirty volunteers across Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties contributed nearly $354,000 in value to Illinois Extension programs last year, mentoring youth, answering gardening questions, and restoring local habitats.

The Kankakee County outdoor tornado alerting system will be tested Wednesday, according to KanComm 911 telecommunications for Kankakee County.

Nine people were displaced following a fire in a four-unit apartment in a building in the 1100 block of East Court Street on Tuesday.

Attorneys representing Prime Healthcare, the company that owns St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, filed a motion asking for sanctions against Kankakee County State’s Attorney's office.

Illinois State Police investigated an incident Monday involving a pedestrian and semi-tractor trailer on Interstate 57 in Kankakee County.

The food of the Civil War era, North and South, is the topic of a free presentation May 17 at the Butterfield Court Living Senior Living facility of Riverside Health Care.

Experienced banking leader to oversee commercial lending strategy and business partnerships

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New provider now accepting patients at Frankfort Campus

Riverside Healthcare has been strategically allocating capital spending toward PET/CT scanners, which use noninvasive imaging to detect a range of conditions.

A list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.

As tornadoes hit Northern Illinois, millions are turning to livestreaming weather creators instead of traditional forecasts — raising new questions about how people stay safe

Free household items, clothing, and supplies available Saturday for families affected by the March storms

Manteno motorcycle event raises funds for the American Cancer Society in farewell ride

Merchant Street MusicFest is offering free music lessons through its 2026 Music Education Scholarship program.

The sound of roaring engines will fill the air in south Kankakee this Friday as the Kankakee County Speedway hosts the opening night of 2026. New track promoter Evan Eckhoff had a couple of things on his mind as his inaugural season approaches.

Kankakee School District is eliminating or not filling 74 positions for the 2026-27 school year to address its budget deficit. A job fair will be held this Saturday for staff members affected by the reduction in force.

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Free event celebrates three decades of community service with tours, art, and refreshments

There have been some safety changes made at Illinois Route 1 at the Kankakee/Will County line, the site of several serious accidents.

St. Mary’s Hospital earned an Award of Distinction for Excellent Performance and ranks among the Top 25% nationally in the Emergency Department category in the 2026 Excellence in Healthcare Awards.

Kankakee County event connects families with legal, financial, and community resources to help families caring for children with disabilities.

Kankakee Junior High STEM teacher Tywon Bender is one of 90,000 teachers across the country competing in Colossal's America's Favorite Teacher competition.

The Vintage Pour is taking over the site of the former Cork Wine Bar, which was previously Grapes & Hops, at 251 S. Schuyler Ave.

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Elite recognition places the hospital among fewer than 10% of U.S. hospitals for quality patient care.

A list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.

Two people were injured in a crash of a grain spreader and pickup Thursday on Illinois Route 17 in Kankakee County.

New provider now seeing patients at Watseka Campus

Prime Healthcare is in the process of seeking property tax exempt status through the state of Illinois for St. Mary’s Hospital, a Prime spokesperson said.

In this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster reminds dog owners to keep their dogs leashed following an incident which injured McMaster's young puppy.

KCC is one of only 12 community colleges in Illinois to earn the Military Friendly designation this year.

Friday Night Drive is highlighting some of the top returning players at each position for the 2026 IHSA football season. Here are 10 of the top defensive linemen to watch as the 2026 season approaches.

Insurance adjusters remain in the review process as Kankakee property evaluation continue.

Kankakee became the first municipality to approve a new 3-year agreement with Visit Kankakee County.

A series of films showcasing the unique qualities of Chicago will be featured in the 8th Annual Chicago Southland International Film Festival at Governors State University this weekend.

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A Kankakee man left behind suitcases containing a rifle and ammunition after he was told he was banned from Harrah's casino in Joliet, according to prosecutors.