The Kankakee Riverfront Society, the not-for-profit organization spearheading The Currents of Kankakee and the transformation of the downtown Kankakee riverfront, invites residents and riverfront advocates to review the Preferred Concept for the inaugural East Riverwalk during a virtual public open house on Monday, March 22, at 7pm.

KANKAKEE, Ill. (March 10, 2021) – The City of Kankakee’s Economic and Community Development Agency (ECDA) is seeking qualifications from general contractors to be placed on their revolving list of lead certified contractors who will be working on their Lead Abatement program.

Kankakee, IL – A fresh start can be a first step in breaking down the barriers for those who have been arrested or convicted. Though details can vary, almost every state has enacted laws that allow people to expunge arrests and convictions from their records.

Kankakee, IL – Business owner, Maria Ochoa, started making bows for her daughter seven years ago when she noticed she was looking for a particular style, but knew she could do it herself.

Kankakee, IL – After serving 24 years with the Kankakee Police Department, Deputy Chief, Willie Hunt, is looking forward to his retirement.

Kankakee, IL – Former City of Kankakee employee and consultant, Richard G. Simms, recently changed his plea from “not guilty” to “guilty” in a recent plea hearing.

Kankakee, IL – Four decades serving the community with the Kankakee Fire Department is the latest accomplishment for Firefighter James H. Stokes Jr. who will be retiring today.

Kankakee, IL – Black history month serves as a time to reflect on not just the history, but the accomplishments of African Americans. Locally, several community members were nominated by the community to be highlighted for their efforts and contributions.

Kankakee, Ill. - In tandem with the United Way of Illinois’ ‘21 Week Equity Challenge,’ the local United Way chapter will host monthly Community Conversations. The first Community Conversation, “Racial Identity – THEN & NOW” will be held online via ZOOM on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM. This event is free to all community members;