Kankakee, IL – A year ago, the City of Kankakee began a partnership with Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA), a leading home service repair plan provider. More than 140 Residents now benefit from the program. Through the partnership, Kankakee residents have the option to sign up for service plans to protect against the high cost of emergency

Kankakee, IL – City Council voted 14-0 for the levy and assessment of property taxes in the City of Kankakee. For the second year in a row, the City is lowering the tax levy request.

Kankakee, IL – For several months, community members and local leaders have given their viewpoints to support or oppose the City of Kankakee approving an ordinance to allow cannabis dispensaries in the City once adult-use cannabis becomes legal in state of Illinois. The Illinois General Assembly passed the bill in May and Governor J.B. Pritzker has

Kankakee, IL – With holiday festivities rapidly approaching, the Kankakee Police Department announced that it will participate in a national enforcement campaign to crack down on impaired and unbuckled drivers from December 16, 2019 through January 2, 2020.

On December 15, 2019 the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Kankakee Police Department and other police agencies will host the 28th annual “Shop with a Cop.” More than 74 officers will be participating this year, including 10 officers from the City of Kankakee.

Kankakee, IL – City Council voted 14-0 to amend the City’s social media policy. The amendment includes all of the City of Kankakee’s social media platforms and website. A previous ordinance was passed regarding social media, however as social media evolves, the policy will continue to be updated.

Kankakee, IL – The holidays are known to be the busiest time of the year and as you shop for your loved ones, it’s important to always remember safety. December is National Safe Toys and Gifts Month and according to the latest report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, emergency rooms nationwide treated more than 251,000 toy-related i

Kankakee, IL – State Senator Patrick Joyce met with Mayor Chasity Wells-Armstrong Tuesday as an introductory meeting.

Kankakee, IL – AMITA Health St. Mary’s Hospital has launched a new micro food pantry to help those in need. The food pantry is available to the community 24 hours a day all year round.