KANKAKEE, IL. (November 25, 2020) – For over 20 years, the Public Service Program has been administered by the City of Kankakee to fund local non-for-profit agencies providing services to low-to-moderate income persons in the City of Kankakee.

Kankakee, IL – As food pantries continue to see an increased need throughout our local communities, Mayor Wells-Armstrong is set to host another food drive in support of Kankakee County Community Services, Inc (KCCSI).

Kankakee, IL – Gathering with loved ones for the holidays will look different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you are cooking more while working from home or just want to try something new, the City of Kankakee wants to know your favorite recipes!

KANKAKEE, IL (November 20, 2020) – The state of Illinois will be moving into Tier 3 mitigations today on Friday, November 20, 2020 due to the spike in COVID-19 cases across the state. There are multiple resources available for local businesses during these unprecedented times.

Kankakee, IL – Kankakee Police are testing new technology in an ongoing effort to address gun violence. ShotSpotter is a real-time gunshot detection and alert system where gunfire activity is monitored 24/7 and police are notified immediately.

KANKAKEE, IL - (November 18, 2020) – With some prompting from Mayor Wells-Armstrong, the Jewel-Osco location in Kankakee recently invested nearly $600K for new renovations. A ribbon cutting was held today after the Jewel-Osco and City of Kankakee teams walked through the store last week to see the renovations. Shoppers will immediately notice new f

Kankakee, IL – Due to current Tier 2 mitigation measures, Mayor Wells-Armstrong will no longer be hosting her Mingle with the Mayor at a local restaurant; however, there is still a way where she can be reached with no appointment needed.

Kankakee, IL – Downtown Kankakee is thriving and growing. This was the main message at the Kankakee Development Corporation (KDC)’s 57th annual meeting which was held this past Tuesday.

Kankakee, IL – Governor Pritzker announced Regions 5, 7 and 8 in the state of Illinois will enter what is being called Tier 2 under the Restore Illinois plan today on November 11, 2020.