Your guide to the November 2026 election in Kankakee County

This November 2026, Kankakee County voters will pick a new U.S. senator to represent Illinois, decide whether to give Gov. JB Pritzker a third term and cast their vote in many other races.

Bourbonnais Township Park District nears completion of new Kankakee River exhibit at Exploration Station

The Bourbonnais Township Park District is nearing completion of its new exhibit at the Exploration Station at Perry Farm, according to Bourbonnais Township Park District Executive Director Micheal O’Shea.

16th Annual Artisan Faire coming Nov. 7 to Kankakee museum

The 16th annual Artisan Faire will return to the Kankakee County Museum Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to kick off the holiday season.

Rowe says popular ‘Reel Justice’ youth fishing program returning for sixth year

Kankakee County State's Attorney Jim Rowe is organizing a sixth year for popular youth fishing program.

Herscher Intermediate targets fall 2027 opening

Just under a year away from welcoming its first classes of students, construction of the new Herscher Intermediate School is progressing on budget and on schedule, officials said.

Sex offender accused of participating in Halloween event at St. Anne church

A registered sex offender was caught by state police participating in a St. Anne church's trunk-or-treat event last week.