Kankakee Podcast

In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor steps in for Jake LaMore to deliver the latest news around Kankakee County. We bring you emotional updates from the Darius Sullivan murder trial, along with details on Bradley Elementary’s $5.1M budget deficit and Manteno’s proactive public camping ordinance. Looking ahead, we share exciting news…

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Image above taken by, Seth Burkey. This week’s Kankakee Podcast News covers a range of important stories and community events. Host Jake LaMore dives into the latest headlines, including Xandria Harris being held in contempt of court and a Kankakee School District official placed on administrative leave. We also explore Kankakee County’s potential takeover of…

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This week on Kankakee Podcast News, we dive into several key local stories that are making waves in our community. Concerns are growing in Bourbonnais after a social media post hinted at a potential immigrant housing project in the vacant Cigna building. The discussion drew over 75 residents to a board meeting, sparking intense debate…

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This week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News dives into some of the most talked-about stories in the area. The Village of Bradley has filed a lawsuit against the City of Kankakee over wastewater control, raising concerns about rising sewer bills. Bourbonnais’ Red Lobster has permanently closed amid a nationwide bankruptcy filing, and local Labor Day…

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, host Jake LaMore covers some significant updates across the area. The Herscher School Board has reversed its plans for a school expansion after community pushback. Meanwhile, Manteno’s Gotion battery plant has seen its land value more than double, creating a major tax boost for the local economy.…

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Image above provided by RS Communications. Kankakee Podcast News – August 16th, 2024 This week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News is packed with important local stories that you need to know. We start with the aftermath of a devastating apartment fire in Bourbonnais that left 19 people displaced and caused $3 million in damages. Bourbonnais…

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Kankakee Podcast News: August 9th, 2024 – From Endangered Mussels to Local Closures This week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News is packed with important updates and surprising developments across our community. We dive into the heated debate over a proposed $30 water rate hike at the Illinois Commerce Commission hearing—an issue that has stirred emotions…

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Kankakee Podcast News: Weekly Update for August 2nd, 2024 Welcome to this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, your source for the latest updates in Kankakee and the surrounding areas. Hosted by Jake LaMore, this episode covers several key stories and community highlights. Top Stories: Community Highlights: Upcoming Events: For the complete details on these…

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Join Jake LaMore in this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, brought to you by the Alkebulan History Center, King Music, and Meineke Car Care. Discover the latest updates, including the new ownership of Ascension Saint Mary’s Hospital, Kankakee County’s property tax collection progress, and a historic restoration project by Bradley’s Restoration Works Inc. Get…

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Kankakee Podcast News – Episode Recap: July 19th, 2024 Welcome to the latest episode of Kankakee Podcast News, brought to you by the Alkebulan History Center, King Music, and Meineke Car Care. This week, we cover several important and impactful stories from our community. Tune in to hear about the drowning of a young boy…

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Explore Kankakee’s Latest Stories: Kankakee Podcast News, July 12, 2024 Discover the pulse of Kankakee with this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, hosted by Jake LaMore. Join Jake as he dives into the headlines shaping our community this week, from tragic accidents to community triumphs. In this episode, you’ll hear about the fatal crashes…

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This Kankakee Podcast News Extra is brought to you by Kankakee Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Adam Elroy.  In This Episode:Kankakee Mayor Chris Curtis announced his intentions to run for a second term on Tuesday, July 2nd. Curtis held his re-election campaign kickoff in the evening around 7pm at the corner of East Court Street and Saint…

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Welcome to this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News! I’m your host, Jake LaMore, bringing you the latest updates from our community, proudly sponsored by King Music, Meineke Car Care, and the Alkebulan History Center. This week, we cover the peaceful resolution of a police standoff, developments in the Sullivan trial, and the creation of…

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Welcome back to Kankakee Podcast News, where we bring you the latest updates and stories shaping our community. Hosted by Jake LaMore, this week’s episode is packed with everything you need to know about what’s happening in and around Kankakee. Highlights from This Episode: Special Announcement: We’re excited to announce that Civil Engineer Neil Piggush…

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Welcome to another episode of Kankakee Podcast News with your host, Jake LaMore! This week’s episode is packed with the latest headlines and intriguing updates from around Kankakee County, brought to you by the Alkebulan History Center, Meineke Car Care, and King Music. In this episode, we delve into the recent spike in gun violence…

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