The Iroquois County Board of Health is announcing its hiring of a new public health administrator. Robin Allen brings a wealth of experience in public administration to her now job. She's expected to begin her new...
The September 1st deputy-involved shooting in Iroquois County that left both a suspect and an Indiana Sheriff Deputy dead has been ruled a “justified shooting.” State’s Attorney Jim Devine said his office will take no further...
A visitation has been planned for Thompsen for Saturday from 1-5 p.m. at St. Joseph-Ogden High School. A first responder walkthrough will take place at 5 p.m. Thompsen’s funeral will be the following day at 1 p.m. at Faith United...
The family of Illinois State Trooper Corey Thompsen has issued a statement after his death in the line-of duty a week ago (Friday).
The 28-year-old Thompsen died of injuries after his motorcycle was struck by another vehicle in...
The announced resignation of Andrew Wheeler now finds Matt Alexander-Hildebrand elevated to the post of Chairman for the Kankakee County Board. Hildebrand had been serving as Vice-Chair. Wheeler's departure leaves a vacancy...
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring the 27th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft...
The Hallowen season finds the Watseka park District hosting its annual Kid's Costume Parade Wednesday evening. The family event invites families to share the fun with registration beginning at 5 pm, just north of the...
Building community awareness about domestic violence will be highlighted Thursday in Kankakee. Harbor House invited people to attend the 6th annual Candlelight Vigil on the Kankakee Courthoue lawn at 6:30 pm. The...
The Village of Bourbonnais informing the public of the closing of Larry Power Road, beginning today (Tuesday 10/22). The week-long closrue is from U-S Route 45/52 east to Route 50. Weather permitting, the re-opening...
The 97th National FFA Convention & Expo begins Tuesday in Indianapolis. Officials expect 70,000 attendees from across the country to share inspiring stories. A week of celebration will feature the National FFA...
