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]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-celebrates-independence-day-with-live-music-and-fireworks-along-the-river--72404423artl_zK3G5cdAz4KSun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra is hosting an Independence Day celebration Saturday, July 4, featuring three live music performances, food vendors, and a 25-minute fireworks show, with admission at $20 per carload.110false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-gaming-hangout-for-teens-june-8-at-watseka-library--72394923artl_WKBBEimE3yKSat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTeens entering 6th grade and up can bring their Nintendo Switch or use Harbor House's gaming truck for multiplayer games, plus free food and giveaways, at the Watseka Public Library on June 8 from 2–4 PM.50false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marquette-clinches-2a-sectional-title-with-11-2-win-over-wilmington--72393442artl_gaN16trDqNKSat, 06 Jun 2026 20:11:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Marquette baseball team racked up 16 hits in an 11-2 win over Wilmington in Saturday's IHSA Class 2A Herscher Regional championship, clinching the 11th sectional title in program history and third in a row following a pair of 1A titles.291false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-is-our-star-overheating-us--72388680artl_Dayv5UALz2PSat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek wonders how civilization may function if or when we exhaust specific natural resources.316false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-kultivators-celebrate-250-years-with-garden-tour-and-artisan-faire--72387801artl_nP9zWi4o5EQSat, 06 Jun 2026 13:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVisitors will tour seven private gardens and one public garden, plus bonus stops at the Column Garden and Let Freedom Ring Gardens at Small Park, browse the Artisan Faire, enter raffles, and enjoy food and drinks.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-june-6-2026--72386919artl_JKV25sRe8qKSat, 06 Jun 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.50false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-damages-brother-george-s-food-truck-in-kankakee--72377724artl_gaN16trpdMKFri, 05 Jun 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe food trailer used by Brother George’s BBQ was heavily damaged by a fire Thursday in downtown Kankakee. A GoFundMe has been started to help the small business rebuild.136false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/attorneys-in-bradley-police-shooting-receive-transcripts--72375206artl_gaN16trk67KFri, 05 Jun 2026 18:08:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTranscripts from Xandria Harris’ first attempt of a trial earlier this year have been received by her attorney.146false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-library-marks-juneteenth-with-vendor-fair-and-after-hours-party--72373469artl_1Po8xtJWEzQFri, 05 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Public Library is hosting a free Juneteenth celebration on Wednesday, June 17, blending community, culture, and local business in a single evening.81false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-the-home-they-deserve-18-rescued-fight-dogs-settle-in-at-kankakee-co-animal-control--72366730artl_9QemEumjrxQFri, 05 Jun 2026 11:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith the one-night influx of 18 dogs rescued from a Pembroke Township property, Kankakee County Animal Control has a full house.306false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gardner-south-wilmington-drops-2-1-10-inning-thriller-to-waltonville-in-state-semis--72357072artl_7PABniv9n5QFri, 05 Jun 2026 00:34:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGardner-South Wilmington's softball team dropped a 10-inning thriller 2-1 to Waltonville in Thursday's IHSA Class 1A state semifinals in Peoria, with G-SW's Maddie Simms and Waltonville's Elyssa Schoenbaechler both going the distance for their teams...281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-brew-coffee-site-up-in-bradley--72356222artl_1Pn5bC2LL5aThu, 04 Jun 2026 23:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe pre-built exterior wall of 7 Brew coffee are in place, but coffee is not yet brewing.129false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/talk-of-data-center-brings-crowd-to-bourbonnais-trustee-meeting--72352069artl_1Po8xtJrJ8QThu, 04 Jun 2026 20:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkData centers have become a hot-button topic nationally. When reading or hearing about a proposed data center, people foresee drastic changes if allowed. This hit home Monday at the Bourbonnais board meeting.396false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acting-out-theatre-brings-annie-to-momence-july-17-19--72349744artl_JKV25sR2DeKThu, 04 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkActing Out Theatre Co. presents the classic musical "Annie" outdoors in historic Downtown Momence, with pre-show food, local vendors, and an art auction supporting River Valley Animal Rescue.86false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-hiking-mountains-and-swimming-in-craters--72346539artl_eQjyeHp2klPThu, 04 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn her biweekly column, “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about a trip to Utah, which offered spectacular views and the chance to swim in a 12,000-year-old crater.133false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cobb-park-criterium-returns-sunday--72344053artl_7Q5y4HxMggQThu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Riverview Historic District will turn into a scenic route for bicycle racers this Sunday as the Cobb Park Criterium returns.72false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ryan-kettman-s-bat-dirks-geiss-arm-send-wilmington-past-manteno-in-sectional-semis--72335713artl_2QdBkibkgnaThu, 04 Jun 2026 03:28:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter quickly falling behind in Wednesday's Class 2A Herscher Sectional semifinal against Manteno, Wilmington quickly responded, anchored by highlight days from seniors Ryan Kettman and Dirks Geiss in a 6-2 win.300false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-gardner-south-wilmington-both-fall-in-baseball-sectional-semis--72334587artl_nP9zWi4p6oQThu, 04 Jun 2026 01:41:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter each team snapped a regional title drought this year, both Clifton Central and Gardner-South Wilmington had their seasons come to an end Wednesday in the Class 1A Dwight Sectional semifinals.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-oks-intergovernmental-agreement-for-tourism--72333398artl_nP9zWi4dXVQWed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno finally OKs IGA for county tourism.302false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-formally-oks-apba-boat-races-through-2029--72330331artl_xPk5YCLOEMKWed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe American Power Boat Association's national finals will call the Kankakee River home at least through Labor Day 2029.206false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-the-whisper-inside-you--72328985artl_8Kw5rCLrvVPWed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes most never feel ready to pursue what they were born to do.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-friday-night-concert-series-cruis-n-the-square-manteno-market-this-week--72323776artl_JK62LszMVLKWed, 03 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDowntown Kankakee's Friday Night Concert Series continues Friday, June 5 with a performance by Todd Hazelrigg + River Valley Rangers.127false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kcc-nursing-student-wins-national-daisy-award--72320174artl_DPOm2uego0KWed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Momence nursing student's exceptional compassion and skill earned her a national award—and a mentor's prediction that she's already an amazing nurse.143false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-leadership-seeking-more-scooter-e-bike-enforcement--72318996artl_damyZHo9NRaWed, 03 Jun 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLeisure time along walking and running paths is devolving into an exercise of avoidance of motorized scooters and bikes within Kankakee County.391false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-men-arrested-in-raid-on-suspected-motorcycle-clubhouse-in-kankakee--72308661artl_qap4wUBL6oaTue, 02 Jun 2026 23:04:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group arrested three men on Friday, May 8 and confiscated guns, marijuana, and cash following a raid of an alleged motorcycle house on the south side of Kankakee.79false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-ad-aaron-hamilton-returning-to-public-school-roots-at-donovan--72308243artl_kPMvwUleeeQTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:38:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter seven years as athletic director at Bishop McNamara, Aaron Hamilton is moving on to become the AD at Donovan, where he will return to the small town, public school environment he's spent much of his life in education.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cow-statue-on-the-moove-at-perry-farm-in-bourbonnais--72307291artl_kPMvwUlep1QTue, 02 Jun 2026 20:41:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTo the possible surprise of some motorists passing by the busy location, a real cow has not jumped over any fencing at Perry Farm and made a break for it.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-gardner-south-wilmington-s-maddie-simms--72306256artl_1Kxw7frNkmQTue, 02 Jun 2026 19:46:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Gardner-South Wilmington senior softball player Maddie Simms.241false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-property-tax-rebate-fails-to-pass--72303430artl_kPMvwUlrJRQTue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn ordinance to extend the local tax rebate failed to pass bringing the four-year program to an end.371false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-315-fest-ready-to-rock--72296453artl_JK62LszmN9KTue, 02 Jun 2026 12:59:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe third Bradley 315 Fest, a weekend of live music, food and entertainment, is set to begin Thursday at the Northfield Square mall property.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-launches-free-family-summer-events--72281840artl_wQWylH6e52aMon, 01 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Village of Bourbonnais is hosting a series of free summer events from June through September, including art classes, live music, yoga, and family activities at local parks and gathering spaces.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/students-at-union-school-in-will-county-showcase-months-of-greenhouse-work-at-annual-plant-sale--72280581artl_1Kxw7frd8mQMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUnion School District 81 students celebrated seven months of hands-on learning at their annual plant sale.209false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/upliftedcare-launches-caregiver-support-group-multiple-grief-programs-available--72279655artl_DPOm2ueOGzKMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUpliftedCare Community Grief Center offers free support groups and workshops for people navigating grief, caregiving, and the practical challenges that follow a loss, with multiple groups meeting throughout the week.176false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-land-bank-looking-to-secure-more-grant-money--72279652artl_nP9zWi4w9OQMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Land Bank discussed applying for another Strong Communities Program grant, or SCP, through the Illinois Housing Development Authority.300false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joyce-protecting-dignity-supporting-first-responders-and-strengthening-our-communities--72262025artl_8Kw5rCN911PSun, 31 May 2026 11:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News Network40th District State Senator Patrick Joyce, D-Essex, discusses the goings-on around his district during the month of May.306false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-s-malachi-lee-wins-1a-long-jump-title--72256829artl_qap4wUYBMlaSun, 31 May 2026 01:07:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara junior Malachi Lee won the 1A high jump title and Bradley-Bourbonnais senior Lyzale Edmon won three medals on Saturday in the 3A meet.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-edges-st-anne-donovan-for-first-regional-title-since-2019--72254181artl_1Po8xtww5AQSat, 30 May 2026 21:02:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBlake Chandler and Brayden Meents combined on a shutout as Clifton Central won the rubber game with conference rival St. Anne/Donovan 2-0 in the Class 1A Clifton Central Regional final for the program's first regional championship since 2019.202false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-baseball-wins-3rd-straight-regional-manteno-wins-2nd-straight-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72254180artl_7Q5y4Hww31QSat, 30 May 2026 20:53:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington's baseball team downed Coal City 9-0 to win its third straight regional title, Manteno came back to beat Sandwich 9-7 to claim its second straight regional crown and Milford had its season come to an end with a 5-2 loss to Gibson...129false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anthony-couch-s-walk-off-homer-gives-marquette-regional-title-over-bishop-mcnamara--72254183artl_DKJpZtGGzkPSat, 30 May 2026 20:51:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDown to their last out, Marquette's Anthony Couch delivered a walk-off two-run home run to give the Crusaders a 4-3 win over host Bishop McNamara in Saturday's Class 2A regional title game.275false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lisle-upsets-ice-rival-herscher-with-1-0-win-in-sectional-championship--72253324artl_XPvkGHGGr4QSat, 30 May 2026 19:55:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter losing to Herscher in the regular season, the Lisle girls soccer team responded with a 1-0 win over the Tigers in the IHSA Class 1A Lisle Sectional championship game on Saturday, winning its first sectional title since 2019.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-6b-heritage-prairie-renewable-project-in-kankakee-and-livingston-counties-on-schedule--72250874artl_7Q5y4HwowzQSat, 30 May 2026 17:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Heritage Prairie Wind project will be located in western Kankakee County and northeastern Livingston County.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mca-senior-adult-day-center-to-host-intergenerational-butterfly-release-ceremony-at-bird-park--72251689artl_1Po8xtw7JyQSat, 30 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe MCA Senior Adult Day Center will celebrate its expanding Butterfly Garden project with a community release ceremony on June 16, bringing together seniors, youth, and volunteers for an intergenerational experience at Bird Park.138false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-why-are-so-many-people-right-handed--72248273artl_wQWylHV4zzaSat, 30 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek seeks to explain the reason for a right-handed dominated world.290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/32-teams-fish-24-hours-on-the-iroquois-river-in-annual-tournament--72246981artl_mabyJH5v7XKSat, 30 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 Iroquois River Fishing Tournament was held May 23–24 along the Iroquois River, with 32 teams participating in this year’s event.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-may-30-2026--72245858artl_MK4ylHqXgLaSat, 30 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.99false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emma-mino-s-walk-off-single-gives-seneca-first-sectional-title-in-roller-coaster-against-beecher--72238680artl_gaN16tJv0JKSat, 30 May 2026 02:17:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter Beecher turned a three-run deficit to a one-run lead with a two-out rally in the top of the seventh, Seneca's Emma Mino delivered the walk-off single in the Class 2A Pontiac Sectional championship to give the Fighting Irish their first sectional...354false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-manteno-have-boys-track-athletes-advance-to-state-finals-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72237732artl_NKDzNiM0g1PSat, 30 May 2026 01:53:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the Class 2A and 3A prelims at the IHSA Track and Field State Championships, Bradley-Bourbonnais' LyZale Edmon advanced to the finals in the 200 meters and as part of both the 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams while Manteno's Briggs Cann qualified in the...88false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-school-district-53-applying-for-free-meal-program--72235244artl_8Kw5rCNGA7PFri, 29 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais Elementary School District 53 is applying for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Community Eligibility Provision for three of its schools.424false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/third-person-injured-in-momence-crash-has-died--72230482artl_wQ0gGSOR8mPFri, 29 May 2026 16:58:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA third person, who was a passenger in a pickup which crashed early Sunday in Momence, died Thursday.78false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-has-3-track-and-field-athletes-advance-to-boys-state-finals-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72219681artl_8Kw5rCNkbyPFri, 29 May 2026 03:20:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara's Malachi Lee, Cale Hamilton and Brock Clott were three of six area boys track and field athletes to advance to Saturday's state finals from the Class 1A prelims at Eastern Illinois University. This and more in Thursday's Daily Journal...266false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-emerges-in-back-and-forth-ihsa-regional-semifinal-battle-with-herscher--72218900artl_DKJpZtGDeDPFri, 29 May 2026 02:49:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter getting an out at home plate to end the top of the sixth inning, Bishop McNamara saw Nick Pignatiello deliver the go-ahead, two-run single in the bottom of the inning as the Fightin' Irish scored a 7-5 win in Thursday's regional semifinal battle.341false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nick-michalek-grinds-out-1-hitter-as-sandwich-beats-beecher-9-0-in-regional-semis--72218064artl_nP9zWiDl0OQFri, 29 May 2026 02:14:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Sandwich baseball team got a one-hit shutout from senior Nick Michalek, with help from timely defense, in a 9-0 win over Beecher in Thursday’s IHSA Class 2A Manteno Regional semifinal.280false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-park-youth-center-hosts-free-mental-health-fair-on-may-29--72214875artl_6PGkeHL9eAPThu, 28 May 2026 20:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGarden of Prayer Youth Center is opening its doors on Friday to connect local families with free mental health resources and support.55false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-completes-12-acre-purchase-along-rt-50--72211940artl_WKBBEiRbRzKThu, 28 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley Village Board has moved forward on the purchase of 12.5-acres along Bradley Boulevard.230false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-awards-james-f-carlson-summer-arts-scholarships-to-four-students--72208999artl_VaRgzSm0nkPThu, 28 May 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFour Kankakee County students have won $300 scholarships to pursue summer arts training in music, visual art, and other disciplines through the Community Arts Council's James F. Carlson program.89false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-57-s-312-interchange-in-kankakee-nears-starting-block--72206153artl_NKDzNiM8l7PThu, 28 May 2026 11:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe long-awaited construction of the new I-57 interchange at East Court Street nears the bidding process.360false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-township-upsets-bradley-bourbonnais-in-sectional-semis--72199871artl_maqp6tZpkGKThu, 28 May 2026 04:09:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Boilermakers got home runs from Elise Munsterman and Avery Moutrey, but a pair of Mea Johnson homers and a three-run sixth inning helped East Moline United upset Bradley-Bourbonnais in Wednesday's Class 4A Bradley-Bourbonnais Sectional semifinal.254false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maddie-simms-ks-17-for-gardner-south-wilmington-in-sectional-semifinal-win-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72199870artl_DPOm2uXA19KThu, 28 May 2026 03:25:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaddie Simms had 17 strikeouts to lead Gardner-South Wilmington softball to a win in the IHSA Class 1 Indian Creek Sectional semifinals, Clifton Central baseball walked off Momence in the 1A Clifton Central Regional semifinals and more in Wednesday's...246false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-beats-pontiac-4-1-in-sectional-semis-to-set-up-pivotal-rematch-with-seneca--72197609artl_wQ0gGSOovrPThu, 28 May 2026 00:52:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeecher's softball team picked up a 4-1 win over Pontiac in Wednesday's IHSA Class 2A Pontiac Sectional semifinals, setting up a clash with fellow perennial powerhouse Seneca in the sectional championship for the third year in a row.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-man-arrested-for-alleged-dog-fighting-ring-in-kankakee-county--72192812artl_9QemEuvev2QWed, 27 May 2026 20:09:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee man was arrested in connection to the 18 dogs recovered from an alleged dog-fighting ring during the weekend in Pembroke Township.155false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-grove-historical-society-revives-arts-crafts-fair--72192813artl_7Q5y4Hwjw6QWed, 27 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society is bringing back one of Kankakee County’s few handmade-only markets on Saturday, July 4.111false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-even-the-emperor-wakes-up-in-the-morning--72187091artl_xQ1ykHZdjoQWed, 27 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes that whether rich or poor, big or small, or healthy or unheathy, everyone must rise are take on the day.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-approve-new-contract-with-bourbonnais-police-sergeants--72186351artl_NKZGXcAgwvaWed, 27 May 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEarlier this month, trustees for the village of Bourbonnais approved a resolution approving a new four-year contract with the Bourbonnais Police Department sergeants.62false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-sunset-stroll-on-north-schuyler-bad-momz-of-comedy-and-more--72186322artl_WKBBEiRBOXKWed, 27 May 2026 13:42:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheck out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.114false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/walters-serving-as-interim-superintendent-in-pembroke--72183744artl_gaN16tJ3xdKWed, 27 May 2026 11:00:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGenevra Walters, retired former superintendent of Kankakee School District 111, is now at the helm of Pembroke Community Consolidated School District 259 as its interim superintendent.327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chase-maher-noah-hanson-power-beecher-past-gardner-south-wilmington-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72178393artl_1Pn5bCOve1aWed, 27 May 2026 01:31:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the regular-season finale for both teams, Beecher got three hits and RBIs from both Chase Maher and Noah Hanson to best Gardner-South Wilmington in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.69false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/area-junior-high-standouts-win-10-titles-at-iesa-state-track-and-field-championships--72178024artl_maqp6tZqmWKWed, 27 May 2026 00:52:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJunior high track and field athletes from across the area claimed 10 state titles spanning classes 1A through 4A at the IESA state meets held over the last two weekends in East Peoria.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pembroke-rodeo-celebrates-50-years--72177171artl_6a84OUM6emaTue, 26 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor 50 years, Pembroke Township has been the home of the annual Pembroke Rodeo. Each year, hundreds pull on their boots and grab their cowboy hats to attend the two-day, Memorial Day weekend tradition started by St. Anne-based Latting Rodeo...274false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-bradley-bourbonnais-eric-rainbolt--72175172artl_9aLpxtYNNNaTue, 26 May 2026 19:31:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Bradley-Bourbonnais senior baseball player Eric Rainbolt.196false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cavender-elected-as-kankakee-county-gop-chairman--72170711artl_NKDzNiM5bvPTue, 26 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFormer Kankakee County Deputy Coroner Eric Cavender was recently elected as the chairman of the Kankakee County Republican Party.207false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-deputy-chief-austin-shares-stories-of-sacrifice-service-for-memorial-day--72167169artl_kPMvwUwxoOQTue, 26 May 2026 11:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDonell Austin, Kankakee Deputy Police Chief, was the keynote speaker at Memorial Day weekend ceremonies Saturday at the Ray Olley statue.283false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophie-venckauskas-hat-trick-leads-herscher-to-8-0-win-in-sectional-semis-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72161670artl_7Q5y4Hw7NJQTue, 26 May 2026 01:28:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Herscher girls soccer team advanced to the sectional championship with an 8-0 win over Chicago Christian in Monday's IHSA Class 1A Lisle Sectional semifinals, with Sophie Venckauskas leading the way with a hat trick, and more in Monday's Daily...279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keaton-allison-gives-offense-a-jolt-jack-haley-run-support-in-bradley-bourbonnais-regional-quarters-win--72160110artl_1PXy4Hpgx2QMon, 25 May 2026 22:04:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKeaton Allison hit an RBI double and later scored on a passed ball in the second to give more than enough run support to sophomore Jack Haley, who threw five shutout innings in Bradley-Bourbonnais' 3-1 win over Pekin in Monday's Class 4A...222false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-creek-library-launches-free-summer-events-games-for-all-ages--72158494artl_wQ0gGSO3mMPMon, 25 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Creek Public Library in Dwight will host a number of upcoming events. These events are free and open to the public. However, due to limited space, registration is required.608false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-township-attorney-asks-authorities-to-investigate-highway-commissioner-gas-storage-tank-project--72157283artl_kPMvwUwLGWQMon, 25 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais Township’s board attorney Sean Conway said the gas storage project of Highway Commissioner Jason Diaz has been referred to law enforcement authorities.407false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perry-farm-park-hosts-family-night-out-on-friday-may-29--72155931artl_7Q5y4Hw33ZQMon, 25 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais Township Park District's annual Family Night Out transforms Perry Farm Park into a carnival of summer fun—live music, carnival games, inflatable mazes, mini golf, food trucks, and activities for toddlers through teenagers, all in one...116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/18-dogs-recovered-in-pembroke-township-related-to-dog-fighting-ring--72155932artl_8Kw5rCNE2BPMon, 25 May 2026 14:27:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAuthorities from three local agencies recovered 18 dogs in Pembroke Township Friday. The dogs are believed to have been associated with an alleged dog-fighting ring.150false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/momence-crash-leaves-two-dead-two-seriously-injured--72155936artl_1Po8xtwy4bQMon, 25 May 2026 14:25:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Momence Police Department investigated a single-vehicle crash that left two people dead and two others seriously injured early Sunday morning.59false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lovina-s-amish-kitchen-family-nights-garden-planting-and-grandchildren-fill-a-busy-week--72143308artl_mabyJH5bypKSun, 24 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkI enjoy having my grandchildren here, but this Grandma was ready for her recliner after everyone left. How nice to be able to enjoy them all, then still get your sleep at night.372false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-township-trustees-highway-commissioner-debate-bills-for-gas-storage-tanks-project--72140593artl_9QemEuvxylQSun, 24 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe process used to pay for the construction of a gas storage facility at the Bourbonnais Township facility by the highway commissioner has become a point of contention with the township board of trustees.348false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/milford-cissna-park-s-addison-lucht-wilmington-s-mckenna-van-tilburg-win-state-titles--72136295artl_8Kw5rCNw6oPSun, 24 May 2026 01:23:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMilford/Cissna Park senior capped her stellar four-sport high school career with a 1A triple jump title and Wilmington's McKenna Van Tilburg won four medals, including the 1A 100-meter hurdles title.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gardner-south-wilmington-comes-back-for-extra-inning-regional-title-win-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72133478artl_6PEgDSw9L3KSat, 23 May 2026 19:05:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDown 2-0 after five innings, Gardner-South Wilmington softball came back to top Grant Park in an extra-inning regional title thriller. And more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.121false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-collectively-exhales-after-forensic-audit-presentation--72132577artl_mabyJH5V4JKSat, 23 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJim Edmonstone, of Greene Forensic Accounting Solutions of Chicago, presented results of a financial forensic audit in a special board meeting.408false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-the-danger-for-our-young-isn-t-just-the-cell-phone--72131393artl_AKz7lTYB5daSat, 23 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes gambling may not be brought into the body as alcohol or drugs, but it is otherwise the same.375false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-after-loss-healing-journey-ahead-for-aroma-twp-tornado-survivor--72129200artl_NKDzNiMZq5PSat, 23 May 2026 11:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPhysical and mental trauma sustained in the March 10 tornado by an Aroma Township homeowner continues to overwhelm her years of joy at her Sandbar Road property.367false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peotone-girls-soccer-wins-5th-straight-regional-herscher-wins-10th-straight-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72125188artl_Dayv5UenM3PSat, 23 May 2026 03:20:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeotone's girls soccer team beat Beecher 2-1 in the IHSA Class 1A Manteno Regional championship, earning its fifth straight regional title, while Herscher beat Reed-Custer 3-1 for its 10th straight regional crown. That and more in Friday's Daily...454false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/providence-turns-away-stern-test-from-kankakee-wins-third-straight-regional-title--72124569artl_MK4ylHqj3NaSat, 23 May 2026 02:57:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkQuinn Zdralevich scored the tie-breaking goal in the 70th minute, and Providence went on to beat Kankakee 2-1 for the Celtics' third straight regional title.210false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-softball-claims-11th-regional-title-in-12-seasons-with-14-6-win-over-manteno--72124121artl_JK62LslMjMKSat, 23 May 2026 02:07:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Beecher softball team secured the program's fourth straight regional title and 11th in the last 12 seasons with a 14-6 win over Manteno in Friday's IHSA Class 2A Manteno Regional championship game.293false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lydia-hammond-throws-1-hitter-as-bradley-bourbonnais-wins-historic-5th-straight-regional-title--72123613artl_DKJpZtGbVWPSat, 23 May 2026 00:54:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais got a one-hitter and a first-inning RBI from Lydia Hammond, with Alayna Sykes providing late insurance for a 2-0 win over Normal Community that gave the Boilermakers their fifth straight Class 4A Regional championship.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-extension-offers-practical-ways-to-support-youth-mental-health--72122431artl_6a84OUMewVaFri, 22 May 2026 23:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUniversity of Illinois Extension and Illinois 4-H are urging schools, after-school programs, and families to take small, concrete steps to help youth feel supported.304false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-remains-hospitalized-in-hit-and-run-in-western-kankakee-county--72116368artl_NKDzNiM9wbPFri, 22 May 2026 14:51:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Sheriff’s Police are investigating a hit and run accident in western Kankakee County that left a man in serious condition.150false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-police-arrest-kankakee-man--72116369artl_WKBBEiRWDeKFri, 22 May 2026 14:36:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee man was charged by the Kankakee County State’s Attorney’s Office with criminal trespass to a residence when a person is present and battery following an alleged incident that occurred Monday in Herscher.53false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-man-sentenced-to-6-months-in-federal-prison-for-fifth-weapons-felony--72116367artl_zPrG2c1E3lQFri, 22 May 2026 14:34:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJerome Simms, of Kankakee, was sentenced last week to six years in federal prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for possessing a firearm as a felon.175false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/99-year-old-st-anne-man-served-in-world-war-ii--72113391artl_gaN16tJ8evKFri, 22 May 2026 11:00:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVirgil Foster is one of the last of his generation. Foster, 99, a resident of St. Anne, is a World War II veteran. He enlisted in the Navy Nov. 16, 1944.245false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nine-area-athletes-advance-to-class-1a-state-finals-in-girls-track-and-field-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72108281artl_Dayv5UexozPFri, 22 May 2026 03:18:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington's McKenna Van Tilburg advanced to Saturday's state finals in four events and Milford/Cissna Park's Addison Lucht advanced in three to lead a group of Class 1A girls track and field athletes in Thursday's prelims. That and more in Thursday's...411false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-judge-grants-motion-for-manteno-group-to-add-plaintiffs-in-gotion-case--72105511artl_WKBBEiRDLVKThu, 21 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Circuit Judge Lindsay Parkhurst ruled that Concerned Citizens of Manteno, Illinois, and Manteno resident Brian Kovaka can file a fourth amended complaint against the Village of Manteno, 333 South Spruce LLC, Gotion, Inc., and Gotion...154false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-woman-sentenced-to-1-year-in-prison-for-pandemic-related-fraud--72102987artl_MK4ylHqVepaThu, 21 May 2026 19:43:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 37-year-old Bourbonnais woman was sentenced to one-year in federal prison Tuesday for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering.178false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-found-guilty-of-second-degree-murder-in-2021-bradley-shooting--72102978artl_JagLNUAo9qPThu, 21 May 2026 19:19:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee County jury found a Texas man guilty of second-degree murder in a 2021 shooting in Bradley that left one man dead and two others injured.87false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/federal-disaster-loans-still-available-for-tornado-damage--72101491artl_gaN16tJddzKThu, 21 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlthough the Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Kankakee County have closed, the U.S. Small Business Administration is still accepting applications for physical damage loans until June 8.217false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volunteers-needed-to-place-flags-on-veterans-graves-in-kankakee--72100730artl_1PXy4HpGoXQThu, 21 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVolunteers are needed to help place over 6,000 American flags on the graves of veterans at Kankakee cemeteries Thursday and Friday beginning at 8 a.m. ahead of Memorial Day.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-working-smarter-and-not-harder--72099878artl_BaYyLH6EMWaThu, 21 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about hitting the point of burnout and slowly learning how to take things off the plate.182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jeff-mullinax-named-new-president-of-park-district-board-as-david-zinanni-steps-into-vice-president-role--72097359artl_7Q5y4HwOzpQThu, 21 May 2026 12:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJeff Mullinax is the new president of the Bourbonnais Township Park District Board of Commissioners, replacing David Zinanni.100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-board-oks-remote-attendance-policy--72097360artl_AKz7lTYWnlaThu, 21 May 2026 11:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno finally approves remote attendance policy for village trustees.167false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcnamara-bradley-bourbonnais-kankakee-lead-boys-track-sectional-efforts-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72093038artl_gaN16tJEwgKThu, 21 May 2026 03:45:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara's Malachi Lee, Bradley-Bourbonnais' Lyzale Edmon and Kankakee's George Noble are all headed to boys track and field state next week, with all three schools qualifying multiple relay teams as well. That and more in Wednesday's Daily...489false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-s-8-run-3rd-enough-to-topple-coal-city-in-regional-semifinals--72093037artl_BaYyLH6AMJaThu, 21 May 2026 03:23:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree-hit days from seniors Aubrie Goudreau and Alyssa Singleton and clutch efforts from freshmen Hannah Stritar and Mady Dye helped Manteno to an 11-6 win over Coal City in Wednesday's Class 2A Manteno Regional semis, highlighted by an eight-run...301false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iroquois-west-rallies-early-holds-on-late-to-down-milford-cissna-park-9-5-in-regional-semis--72092385artl_9QemEuvr9JQThu, 21 May 2026 02:01:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIroquois West's softball team will try and secure its first-ever regional title on Friday after beating Milford/Cissna Park 9-5 in Wednesday's IHSA Class 1A Iroquois West Regional semifinals, rallying for eight runs in the third inning to take control.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-son-graduate-college-together--72091405artl_qap4wUYdrnaWed, 20 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIt’s not unusual to hear a mother cheering for her son at his college graduation, but for Mireya Leal Resendiz and Ali Salazar, the proud shouts and applause went both ways.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mobile-pantry-comes-to-bourbonnais-on-thursday-may-21--72088944artl_BaYyLH6rWMaWed, 20 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Secret Food Pantry will distribute free groceries on Thursday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to noon in Bourbonnais.80false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-fire-promotes-captain-lieutenant--72087677artl_WKBBEiRpA6KWed, 20 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThere are some familiar faces in new roles within the Kankakee Fire Department following recent promotions.170false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-playing-to-the-gallery--72086009artl_NKDzNiM4gZPWed, 20 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIf you spend too much of your life watching the crowd, eventually you stop asking what excites you, what moves you, and what feels true. You stop creating and start performing.266false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-pembroke-rodeo-thursday-harvest-hang-at-locavore-farm--72084294artl_zK3G5c1rmwKWed, 20 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Pembroke Rodeo is at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/memorial-day-2026-ceremonies-planned-in-kankakee-county--72082423artl_damyZHZw6RaWed, 20 May 2026 11:00:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAcross Kankakee County, communities are taking time to honor fallen service members with special Memorial Day events and observations over the holiday weekend.217false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freshmen-lead-the-way-for-kankakee-girls-soccer-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72079568artl_XPvkGHjVjxQWed, 20 May 2026 05:18:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlina Mkhwanazi had a hat trick while Yailen Torres and Rachel Sanchez-Aguilar also scored in Kankakee's regional semifinal shutout, Bradley-Bourbonnais' postseason softball journey began and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.521false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-homers-4-times-in-9th-inning-of-wild-9-4-win-over-wilmington--72078339artl_1Pn5bCV2rkaWed, 20 May 2026 03:44:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter going scoreless for seven straight innings, Bishop McNamara's softball team belted four home runs in the top of the ninth inning of Tuesday's IHSA Class 2A Seneca Regional semifinal against Wilmington, going on to win a wild extra-inning game 9-4.306false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seneca-softball-opens-regional-play-with-11-0-semifinal-win-over-reed-custer--72077094artl_nP9zWiEDGAQWed, 20 May 2026 00:42:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSeneca's softball team opened play in its home regional with an 11-0 win over Reed-Custer in Tuesday's semifinals, advancing to Friday's championship game where the Irish will play for their third straight regional title.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-deputy-chief-austin-to-speak-at-olley-memorial-on-saturday--72076147artl_9aLpxtpYlwaTue, 19 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Deputy Police Chief Donell Austin will be the keynote speaker for Memorial Day weekend observances at the Ray Olley statue.337false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/forensic-audit-presentation-delayed-in-manteno--72072669artl_9QemEuzz1yQTue, 19 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno tables reading of forensic audit report.207false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-mary-s-hospital-named-manteno-chamber-s-large-business-of-the-year--72068481artl_2QdBkiNLzGaTue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Mary's Hospital won the Manteno Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Large Business of the Year award for its healthcare leadership and deep community involvement throughout Kankakee County.129false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sweet-day-for-kankakee-county-historical-society-s-36th-rhubarb-fest--72067909artl_MK4ylHX4lmaTue, 19 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA warm, breezy day greeted those enjoying that first sweet-and-tart bite of rhubarb pie on Sunday at the 36th annual Rhubarb Festival at the Kankakee County Museum.114false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keira-ahramovich-s-go-ahead-homer-sparks-herscher-s-late-takeover-of-peotone-in-regional-quarters--72064364artl_eQjyeHGWE3PTue, 19 May 2026 03:40:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTied 2-2 late in Monday's Class 2A Manteno Regional quarterfinal against Peotone Monday, Herscher's Keira Ahramovich hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the fifth before Lexi Crawford's three-run triple and run on an error in the sixth kept the Tigers'...299false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iroquois-west-momence-softball-open-regional-play-with-blowout-wins-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72064366artl_VaRgzSroR6PTue, 19 May 2026 03:13:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Iroquois West and Momence softball teams opened regional play with commanding quarterfinal wins, with Iroquois West beating Hoopeston 18-8 and Momence beating Illinois Lutheran 10-1, and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.430false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-starts-postseason-play-with-9-3-win-over-st-anne--72062860artl_6PEgDSD16EKTue, 19 May 2026 01:55:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Clifton Central softball team opened postseason play with a 9-3 win over St. Anne in the IHSA Class 1A Dwight Regional quarterfinals, giving the Comets their sixth win in the last seven games following a 3-18 start to the season.271false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-school-board-hears-reduction-in-force-concerns--72061817artl_2QdBkiNBp5aMon, 18 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee School Board listened to community concerns about the reduction in force of District 111 personnel.298false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-clifton-central-s-blake-chandler--72059802artl_gaN16twMNoKMon, 18 May 2026 18:29:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Clifton Central's Blake Chandler.177false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coming-together-manteno-chamber-honors-businesses-volunteers--72058523artl_xQ1ykHzoOqQMon, 18 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Manteno Chamber of Commerce presented six awards at its annual dinner and awards banquet.223false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kooy-readies-kankakee-apartment-project--72054472artl_6PEgDSD6G3KMon, 18 May 2026 11:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe transformation of a former downtown Kankakee funeral home into an apartment development is set to being.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/author-omeakio-tucker-discusses-faith-and-work-at-the-kankakee-library--72048182artl_AKz7lTDGn1aSun, 17 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNavy veteran and author Omeakio Tucker discusses her new book on faith and professional integrity at the Kankakee Public Library on May 29th — free and open to the public.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fightin-irish-ken-klipp-classic-returns-on-memorial-day--72045484artl_nP9zWiEVj2QSun, 17 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne of Kankakee’s biggest running traditions is approaching with the looming Memorial Day holiday.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-food-pantry-opens-at-kankakee-area-ymca-child-care-center--72041406artl_gaN16twR9lKSun, 17 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkYMCA, Illinois Extension team up to open Kankakee food pantry225false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-mayor-wife-meet-pope-leo-xiv--72040331artl_7PABnipOrrQSun, 17 May 2026 11:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Mayor Chris Curts and his wife, Lori, had an encounter with the world's most influential figure.458false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-softball-completes-first-undefeated-regular-season-in-20-years-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72036704artl_gaN16twXZyKSat, 16 May 2026 23:44:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Beecher softball team got a one-hitter from Taylor Norkus in its regular season finale Saturday, downing Lemont 3-1 to finish off the first undefeated regular season (29-0) for the program since 2006, and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.285false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eric-rainbolt-leads-bradley-bourbonnais-charge-at-manteno--72035885artl_NKDzNi3dg0PSat, 16 May 2026 22:07:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEric Rainbolt netted three RBIs on a home run and double and finished the game on the mound in relief of Jack Haley, who worked into the sixth inning of Bradley-Bourbonnais' 8-3 win at Manteno Saturday.269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-usually-they-share-the-girl--72032852artl_WKBBEikBVBKSat, 16 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes about how a certain cliff hanger movie and its star can teach us about surviving the moment.309false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-may-16-2026--72032105artl_zK3G5cvymOKSat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.41false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-promotes-richard-schiltz-to-chief-financial-officer--72032102artl_7Q5y4Ho4X7QSat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichard Schiltz, who has led Riverside Healthcare's finance department for 15 years, moves into the top financial role after the retirement of a 30-year veteran.98false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pembroke-named-in-doj-probe-into-gender-sexuality-policies--72030737artl_8Kw5rCxzN8PSat, 16 May 2026 11:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe U.S. Department of Justice’s investigation into Illinois school districts’ policies and curricula related to gender identity and sexuality includes one district in Kankakee County.295false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-softball-wraps-winningest-conference-season-since-2019-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72027384artl_zPrG2cwnXwQSat, 16 May 2026 02:03:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais softball team wrapped its regular season with a 15-5 win over Stagg in SouthWest Suburban Conference play, giving the Boilermakers their most conference wins in a season since 2019, and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.188false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-work-makes-a-difference-kankakee-county-police-memorial-ceremony-speaker--72023315artl_wQ0gGSrDNAPFri, 15 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFBI Special Agent Ryan Presley reminded the law enforcement officers who attended Thursday’s memorial service why they serve their communities.224false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-baseball-stays-home-for-regional-3-peat-bid--72023360artl_6PEgDSDlOoKFri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais baseball team will host a regional on its bid for a third straight plaque. Look at that and more in the Daily Journal's baseball regional preview.361false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/municipal-bank-hires-lori-keigher-as-vice-president--72021701artl_MK4ylHX8VEaFri, 15 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMunicipal Bank has hired Lori Keigher as Vice President, bringing more than 30 years of banking and lending experience to the organization.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-valley-park-district-seeks-applicants-for-open-board-seat--72020063artl_Dayv5U4LrGPFri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Valley Park District Board of Commissioners has a vacancy and is looking for qualified residents to fill it.110false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-bradley-bourbonnais-celebrate-boys-track-individual-conference-champs-thursday-s-journal-roundup--72015256artl_NKDzNi3zBnPFri, 15 May 2026 03:14:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee's Dominic White split the Southland high jump title and was joined by Kymani Billings, Phillip Turner and George Noble on the winning 4x100 relay team. At the SWSC meet, Bradley-Bourbonnais' Lyzale Edmon won the 200. That and more in...521false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-baseball-downs-momence-13-5-in-rvc-finale-for-13th-win-in-last-14-games--72014832artl_XQlJkFDbD2aFri, 15 May 2026 02:24:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeecher won its River Valley Conference finale 13-5 over host Momence on Thursday, locking up second place in the conference standings and winning for the 13th time in the last 14 games.266false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everyday-heroes-honored-read-now--72009987artl_1PXy4HLE52QThu, 14 May 2026 17:04:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Daily Journal has dedicated its May 14 edition to those everyday people who uplift, inspire and lead by example in their communities, workplaces and families.37false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-alters-project-design-approves-bids--72009262artl_eQjyeHGx8jPThu, 14 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais Community High School will be adjusting materials and reducing some features from its facilities project after construction bids came in about $16 million over budget.350false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-coaches-marvel-at-resilience-of-community-they-love--72001238artl_WKBBEikjolKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee cross country coach Rich Olmstead and soccer coach Vincent Mkhwanazi, though not originally from the Kankakee area, have seen the community they love and now call home come together in an inspiring way following March's devastating tornado.259false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/they-showed-up-when-it-mattered-most-kankakee-county-reader-nominated-everyday-heroes-of-2026--72001239artl_NKZGXcwzO4aThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA bar owner who opened her doors during a tornado. A veteran turned trauma therapist. A paraeducator who said she’d never leave her kids. Meet the Kankakee Daily Journal’s 2026 Everyday Heroes, nominated by our readers438false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/giving-back-to-community-kankakee-county-marine-corps-league--72001262artl_kPMvwUEzXAQThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA group of Kankakee County military veterans, mainly Marines, continue their call for service well into retirement years.298false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/911-dispatcher-marc-cote-provides-calm-assistance-when-you-need-it-most--72001248artl_GK70XTz0MJaThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhen people need a police officer, firefighter or animal control officer, a calm voice often is what callers need to hear.235false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-public-works-crew-answers-the-call--72001227artl_JK62Lsey5vKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the minds of the Kankakee Public Works crew, they only did what needed to be done and that was helping a neighbor in need.270false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everyday-heroes-grace-christian-teacher-leads-donation-center--72000851artl_7PABnip91MQThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the days following the March 10 tornado in Kankakee County, the Grace Christian Academy teacher discovered she was capable of more than she knew; that teacher was Christine Johnson.364false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-lieutenant-uses-mentoring-at-and-away-from-work--72000849artl_GK70XTz0BJaThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhether it is doing his job as a lieutenant with the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office, or as a coach of a traveling baseball team, Russell Belcher is well versed in team work.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crews-respond-after-tornado-say-they-re-just-doing-their-job--72000848artl_JK62LseyboKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Aroma Park Fire Protection District was put to test after the March 10 tornado that tore through the small Kankakee County community, as this storm hit so close to home for them and their families. Yet the department of 25 personnel, including...347false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-girls-track-and-field-sends-4x100-4x200-relays-three-individuals-on-to-state--72000859artl_JK62LseyXLKThu, 14 May 2026 04:39:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee girls 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams, both qualified for state at the IHSA Class 3A Bloom Sectional on Wednesday, as did Trinity Noble in the 100 meters, Essence Bell in the 200 meters and Pyper Krieger in the discus.303false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addison-lucht-wins-3-sectional-titles-qualifies-for-state-in-4-events-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--72000856artl_7PABnip923QThu, 14 May 2026 04:33:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMilford/Cissna Park's Addison Lucht won three events and qualified for state in a fourth, Clifton Central advanced a plehtora of athletes and Bishop McNamara swept the spring relays at the Class 1A Salt Fork Sectional. That and more in Wednesday's...367false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lydia-hammond-homers-dominates-in-circle-in-bradley-bourbonnais-senior-day-win-over-sandburg--71999878artl_AKz7lTDLdmaThu, 14 May 2026 02:36:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne of two seniors recognized pregame alongside Evi McIntyre, Bradley-Bourbonnais' Lydia Hammond hit a three-run home run and was brilliant in the circle as the Boilermakers blanked Sandburg in Thursday's senior night and SWSC finale.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cop-on-a-rooftop-fundraiser-returns-friday--71995167artl_1PXy4HLnv2QWed, 13 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal police departments in Bourbonnais, Kankakee and Manteno will be taking to the rooftops of area Dunkin' locations to raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois and the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics bright and early this...124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-real-connection-requires-courage--71992206artl_1PXy4HLnkBQWed, 13 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes there is one way to make a connection.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crash-claims-life-of-st-anne-man--71990509artl_6PEgDSDzNRKWed, 13 May 2026 14:17:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 48-year-old St. Anne man died when his motorcycle collided with a SUV on Illinois Route 1 at 4000 South Road Tuesday.64false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-comedian-pat-tomasulo-rhubarb-festival-and-more-this-weekend--71990510artl_Dayv5U4zdxPWed, 13 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Museum will host the 36th annual Rhubarb Festival on Sunday, May 17.113false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/polk-honored-by-county-board-for-decades-of-service--71989831artl_9QemEuzMnVQWed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCounty Board honors longtime Board member Pat Polk.195false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-s-high-ties-ihsa-assist-record-mcnamara-softball-tops-providence-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71985531artl_VaRgzSrBZ8PWed, 13 May 2026 03:47:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHerscher's Gianna High tied the girls soccer IHSA single-game record with seven assists in a 9-0 Tigers win, Bishop McNamara's softball team defeated ranked Class 3A Providence Catholic with an 11-4 win and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.638false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maddy-delya-hunkers-down-in-circle-delivers-go-ahead-hit-in-manteno-s-comeback-win-over-herscher--71985163artl_1Po8xt7L3rQWed, 13 May 2026 03:12:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter the Tigers took an early 5-1 lead, host Manteno saw Maddy Delya lock in on the rubber and also deliver the go-ahead two-run double in the Panthers' 10-8 win in Tuesday's Illinois Central Eight Conference finale.294false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-s-masyn-kuder-tosses-shutout-in-3-0-win-over-reed-custer-in-ice-finale--71984890artl_7Q5y4Hoz60QWed, 13 May 2026 01:32:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City senior Masyn Kuder threw a shutout in the final Illinois Central Eight Conference softball game of her career Tuesday, leading the visiting Coalers to a 3-0 win over Reed-Custer.269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-kiwanis-club-announces-five-1-000-scholarship-recipients--71982707artl_9QemEuzoZwQTue, 12 May 2026 20:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Kiwanis Club recently awarded five $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in the Kankakee area at a luncheon at the Quality Inn.51false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-ad-ronnie-wilcox-taking-new-role-at-lake-forest--71981157artl_9QemEuzo7EQTue, 12 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRonnie Wilcox, the athletic director at Kankakee for 11 years after eight years as the boys basketball coach, is taking a co-athletic director job at Lake Forest.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-commits-67-000-to-help-kankakee-county-rebuild-after-tornado--71980259artl_wQWylH4q8daTue, 12 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare announced a $15,000 donation to the Storm to Strength Initiative, which provides emergency assistance and long-term recovery support to survivors.119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-causes-250-000-in-damage-to-home-on-turnberry-lane-in-bourbonnais--71976897artl_JagLNUReAjPTue, 12 May 2026 13:04:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire at a residence in the 500 block of Turnberry Lane caused an estimated $250,000 damage Monday.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bedford-s-playground-taking-shape-at-grace-christian-academy--71975238artl_gaN16tw8X0KTue, 12 May 2026 11:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn ability-inclusive playground is in progress at Grace Christian Academy, inspired by the story of Kankakee 3-year-old Bedford Erickson, who lives with Schwartz-Jampel Syndrome.197false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-boys-water-polo-sets-season-high-in-scoring-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71970246artl_XPvkGHjOB4QTue, 12 May 2026 03:55:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Boilermakers opened postseason play with their best offensive output of the season, Kankakee girls soccer ended conference play undefeated and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.705false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tanner-jones-arm-dylan-bayston-s-bat-glove-lead-herscher-past-manteno--71969501artl_6PEgDSDARWKTue, 12 May 2026 03:18:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJunior outfielder Dylan Bayston had three RBIs and saved a pair of runs with a diving catch to end the sixth inning while Tanner Jones was an out away from a complete game as Herscher doubled up ICE rival Manteno 6-3 at home Monday.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-starts-hot-to-down-kankakee-8-4-for-8th-straight-win--71968094artl_wQ0gGSr81oPTue, 12 May 2026 01:52:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkClifton Central's baseball team extended its winning streak to eight with an 8-4 road win over Kankakee Monday, putting together a hot start and withstanding a late rally from Kankakee that saw the tying run come to the plate in the seventh.258false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-officials-looking-into-future-land-use-in-the-village--71964685artl_ya2V7s0Db9aMon, 11 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais officials are taking time to look into the future growth of the village.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-daily-journal-graduate-section--71963598artl_JK62LsedLDKMon, 11 May 2026 20:36:55 +0000Shaw Local News Network2026 Daily Journal Graduate Section41false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-herscher-s-gaige-brown--71961257artl_zK3G5cvEZwKMon, 11 May 2026 18:05:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Herscher junior baseball player Gaige Brown.157false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/street-relief-on-its-way-in-kankakee--71956233artl_AKz7lTDWvDaMon, 11 May 2026 11:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee City Council is making a substantial investment in the repair of its streets.216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pat-tomasulo-returns-to-kankakee-in-fundraiser-for-kankakee-valley-theatre-association--71950904artl_7Q5y4HoAO0QSun, 10 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Valley Theatre Association will host comedian Pat Tomasulo at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at the Lincoln Cultural Center as part of a fundraiser benefitting the theater group.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/35-kcc-students-earn-academic-honor-society-membership--71949333artl_WKBBEik5zwKSun, 10 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThirty-five Kankakee Community College students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society in April 2026.162false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-aroma-twp-mother-s-prayer-protect-our-baby--71946715artl_DKJpZtAgOZPSun, 10 May 2026 11:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA new mother in Aroma Township believed for a moment she would not be able to celebrate Mother's Day with her long-awaited baby girl as the March 10 tornado unleashed upon their home.399false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-baseball-wins-in-extras-mcnamara-baseball-wins-big-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71942563artl_xQ1ykH631DQSat, 09 May 2026 22:52:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRyan Kettman's go-ahead triple helped Wilmington to a win in extra innings, Preston Payne allowed a hit in four scoreless innings for Bishop McNamara and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.208false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-have-lawyers-driven-us-to-stupid--71938522artl_AKz7lTJYpvaSat, 09 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek wonders what length of warning is necessary to protect people regarding seemingly things which seem rather basic.259false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-may-9-2026--71937781artl_2QdBkiLNEzaSat, 09 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.80false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unkempt-lawns-on-high-alert-in-manteno--71937019artl_wQWylHx4ZYaSat, 09 May 2026 11:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Village of Manteno is working with owners of properties with uncut lawns to get them mowed.191false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-boys-track-dominates-peotone-s-klawitter-throws-no-no-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71933682artl_9aLpxt776LaSat, 09 May 2026 04:28:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais boys track and field team broke school records in the 4x100 and 4x200 relays in a solid outing at the Oswego East Invite, Peotone's Sophie Klawitter struck out 18 batters in a no-hitter against Watseka and more in Friday's...345false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eric-rainbolt-andrew-kubal-power-bradley-bourbonnais-baseball-past-stagg--71933378artl_AKz7lTJJ3WaSat, 09 May 2026 03:26:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAndrew Kubal pitched a stout six innings and smoked a two-run triple and fellow senior Eric Rainbolt drove in three runs, including a solo homer, and pitched the final inning in Bradley-Bourbonnais' 5-2 senior day win over Stagg Friday.256false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seneca-bests-manteno-11-1-in-matchup-between-ica-ranked-2a-teams--71933163artl_zPrG2cNoyJQSat, 09 May 2026 01:33:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBehind a three-RBI day from Camryn Stecken and strong pitching from Tessa Krull and Hayden Pfeifer, Seneca's softball team downed Manteno 11-1 Friday in a matchup between ICA-ranked Class 2A teams gearing up for playoff action.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drugs-money-led-to-fatal-shooting-of-kankakee-man-state-s-attorney--71932557artl_9QemEuXkGzQFri, 08 May 2026 23:26:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe person accused in the Tuesday shooting in Kankakee that left one man dead and the other with a non-life-threatening injury was ordered detained by a Kankakee County Circuit judge.165false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-bradley-bourbonnais-softball-continue-to-come-together-to-fight-cancer--71927175artl_9aLpxt7mA1aFri, 08 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe start of Thursday's All-City softball game between Bradley-Bourbonnais and Bishop McNamara had a special guest. Kyler Medina, 2, of Bradley, threw out the ceremonial first pitch. The schools made Thursday's game a fundraiser for Medina, who was...147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-motorcycle-ride-aims-to-raise-20-000-for-veteran-mental-health--71923916artl_maqp6tB7RVKFri, 08 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOrganizer Aubrey Schuh leads the 4th Annual "The Ride" on May 30, bringing together hundreds of motorcyclists and community members to raise $20,000 for Project Headspace and Timing, a nonprofit supporting veteran mental health.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/36th-annual-rhubarb-festival-returns-may-17-with-food-vendors-live-music--71922225artl_nP9zWiGeGBQFri, 08 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Museum’s beloved annual Rhubarb Festival — now in its 36th year — combines live music, local vendors, seasonal food, and historic tours into a single day of community celebration that supports the museum’s preservation efforts.297false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-boys-take-first-girls-take-second-at-ice-conference-track-meet-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71918627artl_mabyJH3Mb4KFri, 08 May 2026 03:48:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City's boys track team took first place at the Illinois Central Eight Conference Meet on Thursday, the Coaler girls took second, Wilmington's McKenna Van Tilburg and Manteno's Klarke Goranson each won four individual ICE titles and more in...683false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joslynn-dole-emma-thyfault-gabby-burnett-help-mcnamara-end-all-city-skid-against-bradley-bourbonnais--71917941artl_9aLpxt7RoRaFri, 08 May 2026 03:41:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJoslynn Dole and Emma Thyfault homered and Gabby Burnett hit a three-run double for a five-run second inning that was more than enough for Dole in the circle as Bishop McNamara topped Bradley-Bourbonnais on Thursday for its first All-City title since...331false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-completes-dominant-conference-sweep-of-thornridge-with-11-0-win--71917413artl_WKBBEio1OpKFri, 08 May 2026 01:45:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee softball team downed Thornridge 11-0 Thursday for its fifth win in a row, scoring all 11 runs in the first inning behind a pair of RBI hits from Kaleah Jackson and inside-the-park home run from LaMaryah Smith, her third in two days.269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/federated-bank-names-jasmine-strohm-as-bradley-branch-manager--71912186artl_1Pn5bC0gm4aThu, 07 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFederated Bank has named Jasmine Strohm as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer, and Branch Manager of its Bradley branch.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/locavore-farm-opens-11th-season-as-nationally-recognized-agritourism-destination--71910611artl_xQ1ykH6GBxQThu, 07 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocavore Farm opens its 11th season Thursday, May 21, with the return of Thursday Harvest Hangs. Tickets and details are available at locavorefarm.com.198false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-thank-you-mothers--71909243artl_1Pn5bC0oAmaThu, 07 May 2026 15:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMasters celebrates Mother's Day by reflecting on what she's learned from the mothers in her life.167false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-fiscal-year-2027-budget-receives-trustees-approval--71907722artl_8Kw5rCy15VPThu, 07 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTrustees heard the first of two readings for Bourbonnais’ budget ordinance during Monday’s meeting.161false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/traveling-science-museum-delights-kids-in-kankakee--71906063artl_1Pn5bC0ROYaThu, 07 May 2026 11:00:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe “oohs” and “aahs” were nonstop when a traveling science museum came to Kankakee this week on its trip across the country.198false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kays-girls-win-conference-track-mac-baseball-gets-2nd-no-hitter-of-week-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71901137artl_GK70XT2JbNaThu, 07 May 2026 02:05:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee girls track and field won the Southland, Michael Clark, Nick Pignatiello and Gavin Jones combined for Bishop McNamara's second no-hitter this week and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.416false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/allie-johnson-s-1-hitter-liliana-irwin-s-hr-help-beecher-to-5-0-win-over-peotone--71901139artl_WKBBEio7ARKThu, 07 May 2026 01:29:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAllie Johnson threw a one-hitter and Liliana Irwin belted a two-run home run to help lead the Beecher softball team to a 5-0 home win over Peotone on Wednesday, a game that featured five pairs of sisters between the teams.280false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-approves-senior-housing-plan--71899969artl_7PABniWV0mQWed, 06 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile a major hurdle still remains, the developer for a planned 32-unit Kankakee senior housing plan gained approval from the Kankakee City Council.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-top-seed-at-host-softball-sectional-local-class-2a-field-once-again-loaded--71899968artl_damyZHJb9JaWed, 06 May 2026 22:40:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe IHSA released the 2026 softball postseason brackets on Wednesday. Bradley-Bourbonnais is one of the top seeds at its host sectional, and the local Class 2A field remains as strong as ever and more.242false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-officials-the-village-does-have-money--71896347artl_Dayv5U1bzOPWed, 06 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno officials remind residents the village has money after a misconception arose during public participation.251false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-in-103-years-bartender-to-ship-builder-to-mother--71894990artl_AKz7lTJx5vaWed, 06 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA group of six 100 year olds at Westwood Riverside Senior Living Community have seen much and continue their journey.309false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-coroner-identifies-victim-in-tuesday-s-fatal-shooting--71893658artl_9QemEuX1mDQWed, 06 May 2026 15:36:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Coroner Bob Gessner identified 38-year-old Aaron Moore, of Chicago, as the victim killed in Tuesday’s shooting.119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-the-pencil-and-the-eraser--71893659artl_wQWylHxzvAaWed, 06 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA pencil can draft a page, sketch a beam, mark a board, solve a problem, or capture an observation before it disappears. It does its job quietly, and it does not demand that the first attempt be flawless.263false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/secret-food-pantry-brings-mobile-groceries-to-bourbonnais-on-may-7--71893023artl_DKJpZto7nePWed, 06 May 2026 14:52:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSecret Food Pantry brings mobile groceries to Bourbonnais on May 7, offering free food and raffle entries to residents in need.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-friday-night-lights-racing-cruis-n-the-square-farmers-market-this-weekend--71892276artl_1Kxw7fM4RRQWed, 06 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Speedway will host Friday Night Lights racing on Friday, May 8.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-pd-s-williams-promoted-1-new-officer-added--71892277artl_ya2V7soGGWaWed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Police Department filled its sergeant vacancy and hired another officer.168false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lydia-hammond-leads-bradley-bourbonnais-softball-to-win-over-lincoln-way-east-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71885229artl_1Po8xtnmVoQWed, 06 May 2026 04:44:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLydia Hammond hit a two-run home run and pitched seven one-run innings to lead the Bradley-Bourbonnais softball team to a 4-1 win over Lincoln-Way East, its seventh SouthWest Suburban Conference win in a row, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.959false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-tops-manteno-on-senior-night-finishes-5th-straight-perfect-conference-season--71884819artl_wQ0gGS2x6LPWed, 06 May 2026 03:59:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGianni Jaime added to her school-record assist total by finding Sophie Venckauskas for a first-half goal and Gianna High added insurance on a free kick as the Herscher girls soccer team finished its fifth straight perfect conference season with a 2-0...270false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-falls-3-1-to-homewood-flossmoor-on-senior-night--71884151artl_DKJpZtojeePWed, 06 May 2026 02:56:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFollowing a 3-1 loss to Homewood-Flossmoor on senior night Tuesday, the senior members of the Bradley-Bourbonnais girls soccer team are looking to take in the final few games of their high school careers.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-man-arrested-following-fatal-shooting--71883552artl_VaRgzSjLvLPWed, 06 May 2026 01:07:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA shooting on South Fifth Avenue in Kankakee left one man dead and another with non-life-threatening injuries Tuesday.79false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liberty-s-pignatiello-named-middle-school-principal-of-the-year-for-region--71880103artl_7PABniW32NQTue, 05 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLiberty Intermediate School Principal Bret Pignatiello was named Middle School Principal of the Year for the Three Rivers Region by the Illinois Principals Association.210false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-judge-to-hear-motion-in-gotion-case-may-20--71876631artl_6a84OUlm8naTue, 05 May 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA hearing is set for May 20 regarding the civil lawsuit brought against the building of the Gotion factory in Manteno.210false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-causes-15-000-in-damage-to-kankakee-residence--71876632artl_9aLpxt7GpkaTue, 05 May 2026 12:40:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee home sustained $15,000 in damages to the exterior of the residence Monday.63false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-s-newest-park-opens--71875132artl_1Kxw7fMlDLQTue, 05 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA long-awaited park on Manteno's east side recently opened, but it is a much different area.252false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/o-connor-ricketts-combine-for-mcnamara-no-no-strohm-perfect-for-wilmington-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71870134artl_JK62Ls53OmKTue, 05 May 2026 02:45:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCallaghan O'Connor went five the first five innings before Braylon Ricketts' closed out Bishop McNamara's combined no-hitter, Lexi Strohm threw a perfect game for Wilmington softball and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.531false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ice-thriller-between-manteno-coal-city-suspended-in-7th-inning-of-8-8-game--71870133artl_gaN16tZkJkKTue, 05 May 2026 02:32:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMonday's Illinois Central Eight Conference thriller between host Manteno and Coal City baseball was suspended by lightning right before the bottom of the seventh inning of an 8-8 game. It will be completed Tuesday in Coal City, followed by the second...238false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-beecher-s-makenzie-johnson--71865389artl_GK70XT2DM4aMon, 04 May 2026 21:02:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Beecher's Makenzie Johnson.338false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kcc-s-agriculture-horticulture-technology-program-centers-hands-on-learning--71863034artl_wQ0gGS2zw2PMon, 04 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Community College’s agriculture and horticulture program is being recognized as an Innovator in Agriculture for the Daily Journal’s 2026 Progress Awards.271false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matthews-resigns-kankakee-valley-park-district-board-seat--71856227artl_9aLpxt7JlmaMon, 04 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMichael Matthews resigned as a commissioner for the Kankakee Valley Park District.61false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-catholic-school-an-enduring-inspiration--71855096artl_1PXy4HwzneQMon, 04 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe roots of the high school date back to its founding in Kankakee in 1922 as St. Patrick High School. The co-ed school moved to its current location in 1956 and became St. Patrick Central.313false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-earns-4-star-2026-vets-indexes-employer-award-for-veteran-support--71844841artl_9aLpxt72LYaSun, 03 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare has earned a 4-Star Employer Award from VETS Indexes, a national recognition program that evaluates how well organizations recruit, hire, develop, and support veterans and military-connected employees.182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-legion-auxiliary-distributes-poppies-on-national-poppy-day-to-support-veterans--71843074artl_eQjyeHoY2WPSun, 03 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAmerican Legion Auxiliary Post 766 will distribute red poppies on National Poppy Day, May 23, to raise funds for local veterans and their families.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dozens-gather-for-may-day-strong-rally-friday-in-kankakee--71842708artl_WKBBEio0N5KSun, 03 May 2026 17:38:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbout 75 people gathered at a May Day Strong rally outside of the Kankakee County Courthouse Friday afternoon as part of a coordinated national day of action.290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/advanced-computer-specialists-a-leader-in-tech-s-challenging-landscape--71842228artl_NKZGXc2XNqaSun, 03 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the role of sentinel and strategic advisor for businesses and organizations reliant on information technology is Advanced Computer Specialists in Bradley, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last year.352false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-may-2-2026--71840896artl_XPvkGHdBboQSun, 03 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.44false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/silva-international-a-growing-part-of-all-natural-food-industry--71833210artl_8Kw5rCyeAXPSat, 02 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSilva’s Illinois roots go back to 1979, but it wasn’t until 1994 that it opened its first processing facility in Momence, now its headquarters.253false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-baseball-and-softball-score-shutout-wins-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71833209artl_wQ0gGS2nd4PSat, 02 May 2026 22:20:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAnna Lesage twirled a two-hitter for the Tigers softball team, Dylan Bayston and Gaige Brown combined for a shutout on the baseball field and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.129false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-hires-pre-construction-manager-for-waterpark--71832230artl_wQ0gGS2neMPSat, 02 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe wheels continue to turn in regards to the pending construction of the Bradley-based indoor waterpark.195false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aiden-fitzgerald-scores-winning-run-for-bradley-bourbonnais-baseball-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71832231artl_JKV25sbJ55KSat, 02 May 2026 19:30:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAiden Fitzgerald had the game-tying RBI double and scored the winning run for the Boilermakers, McNamara got homers from Gavin Jones and Ian Irps, Herscher saw Keira Ahramovich and Lexi Crawford homer as part of their four-hit days and more in...433false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-oks-22-9m-budget--71830992artl_2QdBkiL406aSat, 02 May 2026 17:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley Village Board unanimously approved its Fiscal Year 2027 budget this week.237false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-for-what-it-s-worth--71830587artl_NKDzNiY9zLPSat, 02 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek about taking another listen to the rock classic, "For What It's Worth."292false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-offers-property-tax-relief-for-storm-damaged-homes--71830228artl_XPvkGHdEMdQSat, 02 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHomeowners whose properties were damaged in the March 10 storm can apply for assessment reductions and a natural disaster exemption to help offset costs.132false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/world-class-cellist-mike-block-performs-in-frank-lloyd-wright-s-home-on-may-28--71829354artl_mabyJH39oXKSat, 02 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCellist Mike Block is bringing an intimate concert to one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpieces on Thursday, May 28.75false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/construction-bids-put-bbchs-project-16m-over-budget--71828911artl_VaRgzSjv25PSat, 02 May 2026 12:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith total costs coming in at nearly $86 million, about $16 million over budget, Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School officials are working with architects to reduce costs for the planned $70 million facility project.304false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-government-sorting-through-storm-damage-to-its-facilities-vehicles--71828520artl_WKBBEioxvxKSat, 02 May 2026 11:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEarlier this month at a Kankakee County Board committee meeting, Sheriff Mike Downey mentioned how close the tornado came to striking the public safety center and jail.227false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-talent-impresses-at-herscher-invite--71825077artl_eQjyeHoLNWPSat, 02 May 2026 04:43:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Herscher Invite was held Friday, where Wilmington's McKenna Von Tilburg won all four of her events and Tigers seniors like Kelly O'Connor and Jeremy Szepelak ran their final home meets.351false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-plastic-surgeon-elected-vice-speaker-of-the-illinois-state-medical-society--71820076artl_gaN16tZ9bkKFri, 01 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal plastic surgeon elected vice-speaker of the Illinois State Medical Society.70false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-hosts-free-baby-beyond-fair-on-may-2-for-expectant-and-new-parents--71820079artl_6a84OUlBbDaFri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare is hosting a free Baby & Beyond Fair on May 2 for expectant parents and families with young children.120false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/storm-damage-nears-30m-for-kankakee-school-district-111--71816954artl_2QdBkiLOy8aFri, 01 May 2026 14:52:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkProperty damage from the March 10 tornado and severe storms is currently estimated at $28.7 million for Kankakee School District 111.334false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-s-red-lobster-set-for-demolition--71813100artl_JK62Ls56bWKFri, 01 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThose seeking one last look at Bradley's longstanding Red Lobster restaurant had better head in that direction as demolition is slated to begin.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-kankakee-softball-both-stay-hot-in-conference-play-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71805665artl_MK4ylH4oMgaFri, 01 May 2026 03:50:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais' softball team secured its sixth straight SouthWest Suburban Conference win with an 11-1 victory over Stagg, Kankakee softball won another high-scoring Southland Athletic Conference game 24-17 over Bloom and more in Thursday's...649false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ian-irps-walk-off-single-lifts-bishop-mcnamara-past-hope-academy-on-senior-night--71804507artl_wQ0gGS2E0MPFri, 01 May 2026 02:59:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter Bishop McNamara erased a four-run deficit to take a late lead against Hope Academy Thursday, the Eagles responded to tie it in the top of the seventh. In the bottom, Fightin' Irish senior Ian Irps hit the walk-off single that gave the Irish a...260false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gardner-south-wilmington-softball-holds-on-for-13-8-road-win-over-clifton-central--71803444artl_JKV25sbXYgKFri, 01 May 2026 02:00:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter coming from behind for a home win Tuesday, the Gardner-South Wilmington softball team picked up a 13-8 road win over Clifton Central on Thursday to finish off its fourth River Valley Conference sweep of the season.264false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/workers-students-and-families-rally-for-may-day-in-kankakee--71798894artl_wQ0gGS2jX6PThu, 30 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThousands of events across the U.S. on May 1 will call for workers' rights and economic justice, with a local rally at the Kankakee County Courthouse.129false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-farmers-market-lot-to-get-some-tlc--71790053artl_wQ0gGS2poOPThu, 30 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee downtown parking lot, including the Farmers' Market lot, will be getting some needed attention.115false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-farmers-market-returns-for-28th-year--71778342artl_maqp6tBdm2KThu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Farmers' Market, which returns for its 28th year this Saturday, is shaping up to be the biggest yet with about 100 vendors set to participate.289false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-stays-hot-with-shutout-win-over-bishop-mcnamara--71767554artl_Dayv5UGN29PThu, 30 Apr 2026 03:27:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEmily Horath, Loryn Edwards, Miranda Lingo and Maddy Belisle found the back of the net for Manteno in Wednesday's 5-0 win over Bishop McNamara that gave the surging Panthers their fourth win in five games.258false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-rallies-late-for-conference-win-bishop-mcnamara-wins-3rd-straight-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71767880artl_XPvkGHYzAOQThu, 30 Apr 2026 03:13:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee's softball team rallied for 10 runs in the final two innings to down Bloom 14-8, Bishop McNamara stayed hot with its third straight win and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/momence-survives-late-reed-custer-rally-holds-on-for-7-6-win--71766626artl_maqp6tYzRmKThu, 30 Apr 2026 02:11:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA day after picking up a walkoff win to snap a five-game skid, Momence outlasted a late rally from Reed-Custer to pick up a 7-6 home win and take back-to-back games for the first time this season.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/submit-a-photo-of-your-military-personnel-for-our-salute-to-service-section--71772328artl_NKDzNi0R08PWed, 29 Apr 2026 20:59:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Daily Journal “Salute to Service” special section will publish Wednesday, May 20.48false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stronger-together-kankakee-county-s-recovery--71765455artl_XQlJkFY5N1aWed, 29 Apr 2026 17:44:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe impact of March 10 tornado will ripple through the Kankakee County community for years to come. The Daily Journal is reflecting on that impact with today's commemorative special section, "Stronger Together: Kankakee County's Recovery."70false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-celebrates-250-graduates-at-57th-commencement--71765456artl_xPk5YCwmn9KWed, 29 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMore than 250 students will receive degrees and certificates on Saturday, May 16, with a Riverside Healthcare executive serving as the keynote speaker.170false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-kankakee-farmers-market-opens-petals-and-prosecco-event-and-more--71766624artl_XQlJkFY5wXaWed, 29 Apr 2026 15:15:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe first Kankakee Farmers Market of the 2026 season is Saturday, May 2.123false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-much-to-learn-from-japanese-legend--71772329artl_zPrG2coB1VQWed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAmakuni turned humiliation into mastery. He let failure teach him, harden him and drive him forward until the thing that once shamed him became the thing that set him apart.262false10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-extension-leadership-completes-statewide-tour-in-will-and-kankakee-counties--71766625artl_nP9zWiO2dpQWed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUniversity of Illinois Extension leadership toured horticulture programs in Joliet and Bourbonnais, the final stop in a statewide visit to all 27 multi-county units.147false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/upliftedcare-hosts-caregiver-support-group-featuring-catholic-charities-speaker--71734997artl_6PEgDS28M5KWed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe free monthly support group brings together family caregivers to share experiences and learn about resources for managing serious illness.193false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tornado-brings-return-to-links-golf-at-kankakee-elks--71734998artl_BaYyLHyJOlaWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHouses were destroyed and communities will be altered for years to come, but one Kankakee County golf course took a direct hit from the March 10 tornado, losing approximately 300 trees with some as old as 250 years old.279false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-momence-baseball-herscher-softball-get-walkoff-conference-wins-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71730869artl_9QemEukm05QWed, 29 Apr 2026 04:46:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeecher and Momence both walked off with wins in River Valley Conference play, Herscher's softball team did the same in Illinois Central Eight Conference play and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.832false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lydia-hammond-flirts-with-perfection-as-bradley-bourbonnais-tops-lockport--71729947artl_kPMvwU0lj2QWed, 29 Apr 2026 03:31:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais ace Lydia Hammond wasn't supposed to pitch much against Lockport Tuesday as she works her way back from an injury. But taking a perfect game into the sixth and no-hitter into the seventh, Hammond threw a complete game in a pivotal...305false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-showcases-pitching-depth-in-dominant-doubleheader-sweep-of-grant-park--71723651artl_1PXy4HOp3oQWed, 29 Apr 2026 02:55:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeecher's Allie Johnson and Carmela Irwin combined for a five-inning perfect game in game two of Tuesday's River Valley Conference doubleheader sweep over Grant Park after Taylor Norkus threw a two-hitter in game one, showcasing the pitching depth on...273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-police-release-body-cam-footage-april-8-shooting-involving-two-bradley-officers--71722273artl_8Kw5rCvNOlPWed, 29 Apr 2026 01:51:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIllinois State Police released the body camera footage Tuesday from the two Bradley Police officers involved in the April 8 shooting of 34-year-old Jose Orozco, of Bradley.218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-sheriff-s-deputy-moonlights-as-a-weather-observer--71721624artl_gaN16tvJp7KTue, 28 Apr 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSean Barry, a deputy sheriff with the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office, is a self-described weather geek.246false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-area-coaches-named-ibca-coaches-of-the-year--71713796artl_DPOm2unX3EKTue, 28 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEight area college, high school and junior high coaches from the Kankakee area were named Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Coaches of the Year.220false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-s-palan-named-superintendent-of-distinction--71709605artl_1Po8xtj773QTue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohn Palan, superintendent of Grant Park Community Unit School District 6, has been named the 2026 Superintendent of Distinction by his peers in the Three Rivers Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators.212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/olivet-nazarene-university-an-empowering-community-partner--71705788artl_6PEgDS2DjDKTue, 28 Apr 2026 11:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOlivet Nazarene University has called Bourbonnais home since 1940, with roots extending back to 1907. It numbers 775 full- and part-time employees, not counting part-time adjunct instructors351false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/racing-season-gets-underway-at-kankakee-county-speeday-for-2026--71693836artl_zK3G5cGxwjKTue, 28 Apr 2026 00:07:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter rain pushed back opening night by a week, racing season officially got underway at the Kankakee County Speedway on April 24. Here are the results from that first night of racing.244false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-sets-timeline-for-cigna-property-in-bourbonnais--71690992artl_7PABnirW06QMon, 27 Apr 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare seeks to have new direction for the former Bourbonnais Cigna property before 2026 ends.223false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-rewards-athletic-success-with-12k-to-18-high-schools--71679829artl_WKBBEiJJezKMon, 27 Apr 2026 19:10:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare donated more than $12,000 to 18 high schools across Kankakee, Grundy, Will, and Iroquois counties for their 2025 fall sports seasons.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-wilmington-s-mckenna-van-tilburg--71678806artl_nP9zWiOOJ9QMon, 27 Apr 2026 17:37:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Wilmington sprinter and hurdler McKenna Van Tilburg.209false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/land-banks-sells-2-properties--71671331artl_8Kw5rCvGqvPMon, 27 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Regional Land Bank Board Authority approved two sales at its meeting on Tuesday.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-to-demolish-former-cigna-building-in-bourbonnais--71661780artl_xPk5YCwX1VKSun, 26 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare will demolish the former Cigna building on its Bourbonnais property, determining that restoration costs were too high.208false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-extension-celebrates-volunteers-who-gave-over-2-440-hours-valued-at-83k-in-service--71655149artl_JagLNUZrm5PSun, 26 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe two statewide volunteer programs, run through the University of Illinois Extension, train residents to grow food, support pollinators, and protect natural resources.196false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-project-bids-under-review--71653890artl_BaYyLHy4pNaSun, 26 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBids from companies seeking to complete the $70 million facilities project at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School are under review and slated to come up for board vote next month.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-softball-moves-to-17-0-g-sw-softball-baseball-split-doubleheaders-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71645085artl_zPrG2coWe7QSat, 25 Apr 2026 22:56:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeecher's softball team won two games Saturday to improve to 17-0 on the season, Gardner-South Wilmington's baseball and softball teams each split a doubleheader with Serena, and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-sitting-on-the-supreme-court--71637620artl_1Po8xtjvovQSat, 25 Apr 2026 15:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek wonders how the framers of U.S. Constitution in 1775 would view the court's actions and the role of the Executive Branch plays in rulings today.340false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-april-25-2026--71635650artl_1Po8xtjZJeQSat, 25 Apr 2026 13:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-fundraiser-seeks-help-for-tornado-victims--71636760artl_1Po8xtjv8GQSat, 25 Apr 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fundraising organization has been established to aid Aroma Township residents impacted by the March 10 tornado, with a fundraising event set to take place from 5-11 p.m. May 30 at the Knights of Columbus.149false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-twp-family-rises-from-the-rubble--71634312artl_DPOm2unAxxKSat, 25 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe house and barn are gone, but the Gerth family will continue to move forward following their harrowing March encounter with the Aroma Township tornado.339false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcnamara-s-s-payne-throws-1-hitter-peotone-ends-grant-park-s-perfect-start-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71629398artl_maqp6tYvoVKSat, 25 Apr 2026 04:21:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPreston Payne threw a one-hitter and had three hits of his own for Bishop McNamara, Sophie and Mary Klawitter helped Peotone end Grant Park's undefeated start in softball and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.436false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-snaps-skid-with-pitching-defense-and-timely-hitting-at-herscher--71628434artl_JKV25s93m2KSat, 25 Apr 2026 02:42:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA four-run third inning was plenty of run support for Bradley-Bourbonnais baseball starter Andrew Kubal, who saw Lucas Garrett and Jace Boudreau come out of the bullpen to finish off a 5-1 win at Herscher Friday that snapped the Boilers' six-game...267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-police-investigate-report-of-weapons-at-carnival-last-week--71615587artl_kPMvwU04qEQFri, 24 Apr 2026 13:50:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley police, with assistance from other local agencies, investigated an April 17 incident at a carnival located in the 1600 block of North Bradley Boulevard.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-opens-garden-plots-and-volunteer-cleanup-program-in-celebration-of-earth-day--71614524artl_8Kw5rCvz3mPFri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Village of Bourbonnais is returning two community-driven initiatives in celebration of Earth Day: Vera Amiano’s Garden at Jordan Park and the Weed Warriors volunteer program at The Grove.111false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-police-arrest-kankakee-woman-for-battery-to-officers--71614525artl_wQWylH01EmaFri, 24 Apr 2026 12:47:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee woman was arrested Thursday by Bradley police who had responded to a fight involving approximately 15 people in the area of the 200 block of West Broadway Street.72false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/river-valley-wind-ensemble-brings-spring-concert-to-bradley-bourbonnais--71612143artl_qap4wUrqgRaFri, 24 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe River Valley Wind Ensemble will perform a free spring concert on Sunday, May 3, at 4 p.m. at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School Auditorium.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaleah-jackson-s-10-rbis-pace-kankakee-s-32-run-explosion-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71604299artl_9QemEuky7DQFri, 24 Apr 2026 03:18:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA grand slam highlighted KaLeah Jackson's memorable day for Kankakee, the Bradley-Bourbonnais girls water polo team won in three overtimes and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.554false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnson-sisters-power-beecher-to-showdown-win-at-wilmington--71603080artl_xQ1ykHmwGAQFri, 24 Apr 2026 02:15:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter Allie Johnson threw a stout five-plus innings in the circle, big sister Makenzie Johnson cracked a late two-run home run to give Beecher some insurance in the Bobcats' 4-0 win at Wilmington in a state-ranked clash Thursday.212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-s-gianni-jaime-fresh-of-100th-career-goal-scores-2-more-in-4-1-win-over-peotone--71603085artl_qap4wUrWOraFri, 24 Apr 2026 01:36:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo days after scoring her 100th career goal, Herscher's Gianni Jaime scored two more as the visiting Tigers beat Illinois Central Eight Conference rival Peotone 4-1 in a rematch of last season's sectional semifinals.276false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/national-weather-service-confirms-second-tornado-in-iroquois-county--71596341artl_wQ0gGSvBrLPThu, 23 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe National Weather Service in Chicago earlier this week confirmed a second tornado touched in Iroquois County on April 17, earning an EF-2 rating.231false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peotone-senior-wins-competitive-statewide-townships-scholarship--71594492artl_1PXy4HOrz3QThu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAllie Werner of Peotone, Illinois was recently awarded the William Ahrens Scholarship by the Township Officials of Illinois.107false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-95-years-of-change--71592469artl_xQ1ykHm4myQThu, 23 Apr 2026 15:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about her grandfather's impending 95th birthday and all that he's seen in his years.150false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-boat-safety-inspections-coming-to-kankakee-beckman-harbor-on-may-16--71589425artl_zK3G5cGBbjKThu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe County of Kankakee is offering boaters a free safety inspection — no fines, no hassle — to get their vessels ready for the upcoming season.98false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/developer-targets-17m-senior-housing-complex-in-kankakee--71588466artl_WKBBEiJXexKThu, 23 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lombard-based developer is targeting a 32-unit, senior housing development in south Kankakee.184false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volunteers-beautify-community-on-day-of-action--71588464artl_maqp6tYGpJKThu, 23 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith trash bags and grabbers in hand, volunteers set out on 29 Earth Day projects on Wednesday as part of the United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties annual Day of Action.95false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-softball-wins-in-extras-bishop-mcnamara-s-joslynn-dole-homers-ks-7-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71581469artl_6PGkeHo0AEPThu, 23 Apr 2026 03:17:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais softball team rallied for an extra-inning conference win over Sandburg, Bishop McNamara bounced back to beat Marian Central behind seven one-run innings and a two-run home run from Joslynn Dole and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal...387false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-bradley-bourbonnais-nevaeh-brown--71581472artl_zPrG2coreRQThu, 23 Apr 2026 03:16:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet last week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Bradley-Bourbonnais Nevaeh Brown.296false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cheyenne-hayes-stays-locked-in-at-the-plate-in-the-circle-to-lead-grant-park-over-watseka--71581470artl_BaYyLHyR86aThu, 23 Apr 2026 03:03:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheyenne Hayes continued her sensational senior season both in the circle and at the plate for Grant Park in the Dragons' 11-1 win at home against Watseka Wednesday.294false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freshman-phenom-alina-mkhwanazi-scores-6-for-kankakee-in-8-4-win-over-beecher--71580654artl_XQlJkFYjozaThu, 23 Apr 2026 01:52:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee freshman Alina Mkhwanazi scored six goals, three in each half, as the host Kays overcame an early deficit to beat Beecher 8-4 in Southland Athletic Conference play Wednesday.271false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-laborers-international-union-of-north-america-and-laborers-local-751-union-launch-work-zone-safety--71572901artl_8Kw5rCv2oYPWed, 22 Apr 2026 21:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThis week, union workers across Illinois are launching a public awareness campaign to remind drivers that slowing down in work zones isn’t just about safety — it’s about saving lives.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-earns-top-mental-health-workplace-award-for-fifth-straight-year--71569463artl_1Kxw7fnvjlQWed, 22 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare has earned a Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health for the fifth consecutive year, a recognition given to fewer than two in five employers nationwide.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-hires-2-firefighters--71566199artl_Dayv5UG25kPWed, 22 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Fire Department hired two new officers, bringing the department's force up to 48.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-trustees-approve-9-1m-budget-with-1-6m-deficit-no-property-tax-rebate--71566232artl_zPrG2coYjgQWed, 22 Apr 2026 16:30:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno property tax rebate not included in FY27 budget, but it can be amended.274false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-growing-a-little-of-your-food--71561157artl_7Q5y4HqM4pQWed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore said gardening does not require a full set of tools nor a large plot of land, but rather desire.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-big-fish-musical-japanese-floral-art-show-in-kankakee-this-weekend--71561158artl_2QdBkidXYyaWed, 22 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe B. Harley Bradley House will host the Ikebana Society Floral Art Show on Saturday, April 25.116false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/130-volunteers-fuel-354k-in-impact-for-illinois-extension--71559387artl_7Q5y4HqMDnQWed, 22 Apr 2026 13:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne hundred thirty volunteers across Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties contributed nearly $354,000 in value to Illinois Extension programs last year, mentoring youth, answering gardening questions, and restoring local habitats.177false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-passes-9-1m-budget--71554591artl_kPMvwU01D9QWed, 22 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno property tax rebate not included in FY27 budget, but it can be amended.269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-s-gianni-jaime-scores-100th-goal-tigers-softball-wins-in-extras-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71543517artl_nP9zWiOpM9QWed, 22 Apr 2026 04:02:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGianni Jaime hit 100 career goals in Herscher's win over Coal City, the Tiger softball team topped the Coalers in extras and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.569false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cooper-holman-throws-gem-hits-homer-that-sparks-wilmington-offense-to-sweep-manteno--71542474artl_7PABnirdr3QWed, 22 Apr 2026 03:21:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocked in a pitchers' duel with Manteno's Braden Campbell, Wilmington's Cooper Holman's fourth-inning homer helped spark the Wildcats to a 5-3 win over the Panthers for a pivotal Illinois Central Eight series sweep Tuesday.285false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emilie-strong-s-walk-off-sac-fly-gives-wilmington-key-ice-sweep-over-manteno--71541201artl_kPMvwU08vVQWed, 22 Apr 2026 02:05:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington freshman Emilie Strong delivered a walk-off sacrifice fly in Tuesday's game against Manteno, giving the Wildcats a 3-2 win, their 14th victory in a row, and a huge Illinois Central Eight Conference sweep of the Panthers.270false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kancomm-testing-outdoor-tornado-siren-system-wednesday-in-kankakee-county--71537732artl_eQjyeHWJVkPTue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County outdoor tornado alerting system will be tested Wednesday, according to KanComm 911 telecommunications for Kankakee County.57false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-on-east-court-street-in-kankakee-displaces-nine-people--71535150artl_JagLNUZ7NDPTue, 21 Apr 2026 21:43:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNine people were displaced following a fire in a four-unit apartment in a building in the 1100 block of East Court Street on Tuesday.71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-pit-concerns-at-the-grove-in-bourbonnais-topic-of-monday-s-trustee-meeting--71530568artl_JK62Ls09NoKTue, 21 Apr 2026 19:06:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe fire pits located at The Grove were a bit of a hot topic at Monday’s meeting of the Bourbonnais trustees.147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-s-moyers-outlasts-peotone-s-klawitter-in-11-inning-pitchers-duel-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71511587artl_6a84OU0dlGaTue, 21 Apr 2026 03:59:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer's Sophia Moyers had 12 strikeouts and Peotone's Sophie Klawitter had 19 as each threw 11 innings in a wild pitchers' duel, one that Reed-Custer won 2-1, and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.615false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/donnie-ladas-go-ahead-single-helps-coal-city-stay-perfect-in-ice-at-herscher--71510785artl_wQ0gGSvlxVPTue, 21 Apr 2026 03:09:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter the Tigers used a six-run fifth to take a three-run lead, the visiting Coalers countered with five in the sixth, including senior catcher Donnie Ladas' go-ahead two-run single to help Coal City win a roller coaster of a game at Herscher Monday.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-stays-hot-downs-herscher-14-10-for-5th-straight-ice-win--71510776artl_2QdBkidG1RaTue, 21 Apr 2026 02:44:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBehind a four-hit day from Khloe Picard, Coal City downed Herscher 14-10 in Illinois Central Eight play to pick up its fifth straight conference victory and eighth win in the last 10 games overall.261false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-judge-set-to-hear-arguments-in-prime-healthcare-case-in-june--71506683artl_qap4wUrgr1aTue, 21 Apr 2026 00:21:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAttorneys representing Prime Healthcare, the company that owns St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, filed a motion asking for sanctions against Kankakee County State’s Attorney's office.438false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-dead-following-incident-on-i-57-in-kankakee-county-monday--71496321artl_1Pn5bC9pn6aMon, 20 Apr 2026 16:55:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIllinois State Police investigated an incident Monday involving a pedestrian and semi-tractor trailer on Interstate 57 in Kankakee County.56false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/presentation-on-food-in-the-civil-war-coming-to-butterfield-court-in-kankakee--71495144artl_zPrG2co6oOQMon, 20 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe food of the Civil War era, North and South, is the topic of a free presentation May 17 at the Butterfield Court Living Senior Living facility of Riverside Health Care.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-elementary-teachers-to-get-14-in-raises-over-3-years-in-new-contract--71493874artl_xPk5YCwYNJKMon, 20 Apr 2026 13:45:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley Elementary District 61 School Board approved a teachers contract Thursday with salary increases totaling 14% over three years.198false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/municipal-bank-names-mike-o-gorman-senior-vice-president-and-chief-commercial-loan-officer--71492798artl_xQ1ykHmBe2QMon, 20 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkExperienced banking leader to oversee commercial lending strategy and business partnerships92false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-elementary-board-oks-teachers-contract--71473412artl_NKDzNi0m5NPSun, 19 Apr 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley Elementary District 61 School Board approved a teachers contract Thursday with salary increases totaling 14% over three years.196false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-moves-forward-on-waterpark-groundbreaking-nears--71465306artl_9QemEuk7nEQSun, 19 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley continues forward movement on the planned Mattel waterpark and the summer groundbreaking remains on target.212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-welcomes-physician-maryann-kelly-to-the-primary-care-team--71462424artl_qap4wUrd73aSun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew provider now accepting patients at Frankfort Campus71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-s-new-imaging-suite-in-bourbonnais-has-been-a-game-changer--71458187artl_6PEgDS2RkzKSun, 19 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare has been strategically allocating capital spending toward PET/CT scanners, which use noninvasive imaging to detect a range of conditions.307false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-baseball-hangs-on-at-milford-herscher-wallops-prairie-central-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71446818artl_GK70XTBR0maSat, 18 Apr 2026 23:21:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkChase Maher and Santino Imhof had four hits apiece in Beecher's one-run one win, the Tigers mashed 20 hits in their seventh straight win and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.219false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-man-working-on-playing-card-deck-featuring-local-pro-athletes--71442323artl_VaRgzS420dPSat, 18 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDonnie Daugherty is in the process of creating a deck of playing cards featuring artwork of Kankakee County professional athletes.198false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-do-we-care-about-telling-the-truth--71439911artl_1Pn5bCB2jbaSat, 18 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes that sorting through words to find truth can be a daunting task.322false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tom-schroeder-honored-for-volunteer-work-with-watseka-track-and-field--71439098artl_maqp6tgn6NKSat, 18 Apr 2026 14:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWatseka's Tom Schroeder was honored April 13 with a Distinguished Service Award from the Illinois Track and Cross Country Coaches Association for his decades of volunteer work at track meets.177false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-april-18-2026--71438326artl_zPrG2ck1BOQSat, 18 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-sets-salaries-for-elected-officials--71437426artl_wQ0gGSROoLPSat, 18 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Board approved salaries for clerk, treasure, sheriff and board chairman, but not all accepted the pay increase.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/camille-czako-joslynn-dole-homer-for-mac-beecher-s-norkus-ks-23-in-twin-bill-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71430760artl_8Kw5rCGxRmPSat, 18 Apr 2026 03:48:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara continued its dominant start to Chicagoland Christian Conference play with an 18-2 win, Beecher ace Taylor Norkus had 23 strikeouts in 12 innings in a doubleheader sweep of Gardner-South Wilmington and more in Friday's Daily Journal...657false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-tallies-18-runs-in-consecutive-games-to-sweep-marian-central--71428509artl_WKBBEiAkdMKSat, 18 Apr 2026 02:47:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the second straight game, the Fightin' Irish tallied 18 runs while Callaghan O'Connor was sharp on the bump to allow Bishop McNamara an 18-3 home victory Friday.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liv-woolman-returns-to-give-bbchs-10-0-win-over-andrew-with-game-ending-single--71427320artl_JagLNUzR5WPSat, 18 Apr 2026 01:21:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn what we her first at-bat of the year following offseason shoulder surgery, Bradley-Bourbonnais' junior Liv Woolman ended Friday's game with a pinch-hit, two-run single in the bottom of the fifth to give the Boilermakers a 10-0 win over Andrew.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meeting-people-where-they-are--71415641artl_JagLNUzZ72PFri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSince 2016, the volunteer-driven organization has been providing medical and therapeutic services to the uninsured and underinsured residents of Kankakee County and surrounding areas.297false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/still-i-rise-distributes-free-supplies-to-tornado-affected-families-on-saturday-april-18--71412711artl_8Kw5rCGGRZPFri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFree household items, clothing, and supplies available Saturday for families affected by the March storms132false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burkes-facing-3-federal-charges-in-kankakee-county-murder-of-courtney-drysdale--71411340artl_qap4wUnnOkaFri, 17 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJulius Burkes, the man accused of killing Momence bar owner Courtney M. Drysdale, was indicted April 8 by a federal grand jury in the U.S. Central District of Illinois.148false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ride4life-cancer-run-ends-25-year-legacy-with-final-event-june-6--71409370artl_NKZGXcRRzZaFri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno motorcycle event raises funds for the American Cancer Society in farewell ride96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-to-eliminate-property-tax-rebate-for-homeowners--71405481artl_DPOm2uqlerKFri, 17 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe final version of Manteno's Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget - which will not include a property tax rebate - will be finalized and voted on at Monday's village board meeting, with a public hearing to precede at 6 p.m.324false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/callaghan-o-connor-blasts-3-hrs-nick-pignatiello-2-in-bishop-mcnamara-win-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71395547artl_7PABni1lxvQFri, 17 Apr 2026 02:35:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCallaghan O'Connor belted three home runs and Nick Pignatiello had two, including a go-ahead grand slam in the top of the seventh, to lead Bishop McNamara to a wild 18-14 conference win and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.497false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvesting-hospitality-at-mistie-hill--71388281artl_VaRgzS4GZnPThu, 16 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile Mistie Hill’s origins stretch back to 2008, the local winery’s metamorphosis into its current form as a customer-facing shop is more recent. Initially, the Strylowskis planned on selling their wine wholesale, but they eventually pivoted.316false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/feds-take-over-momence-homicide-case--71377026artl_Dayv5U9pv7PThu, 16 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAccused killer Julius Burkes had his case moved to the federal level Thursday in Kankakee County Court.140false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iroquois-county-sheriff-s-office-arrests-watseka-man-for-murder--71375078artl_7Q5y4HN8qgQThu, 16 Apr 2026 16:18:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 22-year-old Watseka man has been charged with killing his one-month-old son.76false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merchant-street-musicfest-opens-scholarship-applications-for-young-musicians--71373635artl_ya2V7sl8O9aThu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMerchant Street MusicFest is offering free music lessons through its 2026 Music Education Scholarship program.84false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-healthcare-moves-forward-on-new-acquisition--71370575artl_zPrG2ckWdAQThu, 16 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrime Healthcare, the owner and operator of St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee and others, has gained an OK to purchase another suburban hospital.449false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/races-return-friday-to-kankakee-county-speedway-under-eckhoff--71367149artl_wQ0gGSRyoAPThu, 16 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe sound of roaring engines will fill the air in south Kankakee this Friday as the Kankakee County Speedway hosts the opening night of 2026. New track promoter Evan Eckhoff had a couple of things on his mind as his inaugural season approaches.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lance-cuddy-coal-city-emerge-in-pitchers-duel-with-wilmington-cooper-holman--71358397artl_ya2V7slNg6aThu, 16 Apr 2026 02:20:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn a pitchers' duel with Wilmington's Cooper Holman for the second time this season, Coal City's Lance Cuddy struck out 13 Wildcats in a three-hit shutout, while Gavin Berger scored both runs in the Coalers' 2-0 victory on Wednesday.247false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lydia-hammond-dominant-for-bbchs-softball-milford-baseball-scores-20-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71357381artl_ya2V7slNEVaThu, 16 Apr 2026 02:07:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLydia Hammond struck out 11 batters in six shutout innings as the BBCHS softball team won on the road in SWSC play, Milford's baseball team picked up its second straight blowout win and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.207false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-district-111-cutting-staff--71354844artl_6a84OU94OJaWed, 15 Apr 2026 23:34:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee School District is eliminating or not filling 74 positions for the 2026-27 school year to address its budget deficit. A job fair will be held this Saturday for staff members affected by the reduction in force.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/county-is-on-board-for-funding-visit-kankakee-county--71349676artl_NKDzNi2dnlPWed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCounty Board unanimously approves IGA for Visit Kankakee County174false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-what-is-the-cost-of-kindness--71347665artl_7PABni1AzrQWed, 15 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA teenager in work boots scooped up a stranger's dropped wallet, handed it back with a joke, and in 10 seconds turned a tired man's frustration into laughter that rippled through the entire coffee shop.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-wright-in-kankakee-tulip-gala-april-grooves-day--71346225artl_6PEgDS1xLoKWed, 15 Apr 2026 13:30:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheck out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.135false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/66-years-of-success-at-belson-steel--71342064artl_JKV25sGMrEKWed, 15 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn 1960, the roots were planted for Belson Steel Center Scrap Inc., and since then, the Bourbonnais-based firm has continued to grow and evolve.312false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preston-harrington-dewitt-s-day-to-remember-propels-st-anne-donovan-past-kankakee--71334576artl_zPrG2ckVNzQWed, 15 Apr 2026 02:43:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPreston Harrington-Dewitt's grand slam tied things up for St. Anne/Donovan, who bested Kankakee in 10 innings on Tuesday.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/khloe-picard-s-homer-masyn-kuder-s-shutout-lead-coal-city-past-peotone-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71333899artl_JagLNUzG4lPWed, 15 Apr 2026 02:37:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKhloe Picard's sixth-inning home run was the difference for Coal City, Beecher and Grant Park both stayed undefeated and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.628false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pop-s-italian-beef-dunkin-set-for-bradley--71331559artl_NKDzNi2yw7PTue, 14 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo new restaurants, which will operate under one roof, will soon be calling Bradley home in the Bradley Commons Shopping Center.215false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/limestone-library-celebrates-30-years-with-art-show-and-open-house--71326914artl_DPOm2uqmVrKTue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFree event celebrates three decades of community service with tours, art, and refreshments61false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riding-the-waves-of-change-in-the-real-estate-industry--71324264artl_WKBBEiAde7KTue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMichelle Arseneau Group, an affiliate of Coldwell Banker, has sold more than 2,400 homes and amassed $260 million in sales in the past three decades.332false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-adventure-begins-for-bon-vivant-clubhouse-in-bourbonnais--71315403artl_wQWylHNJLMaTue, 14 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the past decade, what used to be the grand structure of Bon Vivant Country Club sat unused. As of last week, approximately 18 acres have been annexed into the village of Bourbonnais and zoned for a general commercial for a banquet center and...176false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcnamara-softball-plates-30-runs-chase-isaac-walks-it-off-for-reed-custer-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71306922artl_zPrG2ckrABQTue, 14 Apr 2026 03:06:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara softball got four home runs on the day, including two from Vivian Dole, Reed-Custer baseball got a win on a Chase Isaac walk-off hit and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.546false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-falls-8-7-to-homewood-flossmoor-in-swsc-heartbreaker--71306012artl_eQjyeHrx6APTue, 14 Apr 2026 02:21:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter taking a four-run lead into the sixth inning, Bradley-Bourbonnais saw Homewood-Flossmoor rally for five runs in the frame to hand the Boilermakers an 8-7 loss in SouthWest Suburban Conference play.260false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/safety-changes-made-at-illinois-route-1-and-county-line-road--71302413artl_qap4wUnZYEaMon, 13 Apr 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThere have been some safety changes made at Illinois Route 1 at the Kankakee/Will County line, the site of several serious accidents.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-mary-s-hospital-earns-national-recognition-for-emergency-care-excellence--71297844artl_7Q5y4HN5kyQMon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Mary’s Hospital earned an Award of Distinction for Excellent Performance and ranks among the Top 25% nationally in the Emergency Department category in the 2026 Excellence in Healthcare Awards.141false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-bishop-mcnamara-s-joslynn-dole--71296541artl_nP9zWiNRndQMon, 13 Apr 2026 17:22:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Bishop McNamara softball player Joslynn Dole.196false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-aging-services-is-hosting-a-free-family-resource-fair-to-help-parents-navigate-disability-support--71295558artl_zPrG2ckZgZQMon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County event connects families with legal, financial, and community resources to help families caring for children with disabilities.100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-junior-high-teacher-tywon-bender-seeks-victory-in-national-teaching-competition--71291630artl_xQ1ykHEnxnQMon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Junior High STEM teacher Tywon Bender is one of 90,000 teachers across the country competing in Colossal's America's Favorite Teacher competition.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-vintage-pour-wine-bar-to-open-in-kankakee--71289579artl_WKBBEiAjlOKMon, 13 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Vintage Pour is taking over the site of the former Cork Wine Bar, which was previously Grapes & Hops, at 251 S. Schuyler Ave.128false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-earns-fourth-magnet-designation-for-nursing-excellence--71275129artl_9QemEu4835QSun, 12 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkElite recognition places the hospital among fewer than 10% of U.S. hospitals for quality patient care.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-add-6-acres-to-riverfront-park--71272129artl_1Kxw7fY8rNQSun, 12 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverfront Park in Bourbonnais expanded by 6.6 acres last week. Trustees approved the ordinance annexing the land, donated by the Johnston family, at last Monday’s meeting.112false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-boys-track-and-field-wins-invite-navaeh-brown-makes-girls-history-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71267016artl_DPOm2uqG4vKSun, 12 Apr 2026 00:51:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Boilermakers won the TJ Shirley Blue Smoke Invite, Nevaeh Brown made school history on the girls side, Bishop McNamara's baseball team slugged at the Pleasant Plains Invite and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.552false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-toppled-by-efficient-st-laurence-machine--71265916artl_mabyJHA93XKSat, 11 Apr 2026 23:05:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Laurence took advantage of a few Fightin' Irish errors and scored nine runs with two outs to down host Bishop McNamara 16-6 on Saturday.195false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-claims-share-of-1st-all-city-title-with-8-0-win-over-bishop-mcnamara--71264110artl_NKDzNi29DdPSat, 11 Apr 2026 20:04:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee got hat tricks from Jocelyn Sanchez and Alina Mkhwanazi in an 8-0 win over Bishop McNamara on Saturday, a win that gave the host Kays a share of the 2026 All-City title with Bradley-Bourbonnais.238false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/disaster-loan-outreach-center-open-in-aroma-park--71262247artl_mabyJHAxl2KSat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkU.S. Small Business Administration opens Disaster Outreach Centers in Aroma Park, Kankakee and Bradley.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-inspiration-finds-another-sport--71261023artl_2QdBkiBp1VaSat, 11 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes about a PGA golfer who battled a condition far removed from the fairway grass or a putting green.274false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-april-11-2026--71259499artl_zK3G5cg79oKSat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-fire-department-turns-75th-annual-fundraiser-into-community-event--71257617artl_1Pn5bCBN8EaSat, 11 Apr 2026 10:35:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Aroma Fire Protection District is turning its 75th annual fundraiser into a free community event in the wake of the March 10 tornado. They are now seeking area sponsorships instead of resident donations.131false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peotone-s-sophie-klawitter-ks-all-15-hitters-in-5-inning-perfect-game-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71250438artl_7Q5y4HNZ3OQSat, 11 Apr 2026 02:25:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeotone's Sophie Klawitter, coming off a seven-inning no hitter against Milford/Cissna Park on Thursday, struck out all 15 batters in a five-inning perfect game against St. Anne, and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.428false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/happy-to-be-alive-reality-relief-following-aroma-township-tornado--71245734artl_damyZH6mkAaFri, 10 Apr 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile most destruction remains in place one month later, reality and relief - along with determination - set the tone for renewal in Aroma Township following the March 10 tornado.408false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-injured-in-crash-involving-grain-spreader-and-pickup-in-kankakee-county--71239132artl_eQjyeHrlREPFri, 10 Apr 2026 17:39:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo people were injured in a crash of a grain spreader and pickup Thursday on Illinois Route 17 in Kankakee County.48false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-area-career-center-annexed-into-bourbonnais--71231652artl_nP9zWiN5WlQFri, 10 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Area Career Center was annexed into the village of Bourbonnais during Monday’s board meeting.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-claims-first-all-city-title-with-comeback-win-over-bbchs--71224251artl_9QemEu47g5QFri, 10 Apr 2026 03:41:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter dropping the opening set, Kankakee rallied for a road win over Bradley-Bourbonnais to win the second-ever boys volleyball All-City title in the first season with all three All-City schools competing at the varsity level.233false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peotone-s-sophie-klawitter-throws-no-hitter-coal-city-bbchs-win-late-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71225062artl_7Q5y4HNk58QFri, 10 Apr 2026 03:32:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSophie Klawitter threw a no-hitter to power Peotone softball, while Bradley-Bourbonnais and Coal City both took sixth-inning leads that turned into wins. Those games and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.535false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-area-natives-embarking-on-new-seasons-in-pro-baseball-soccer--71222567artl_8Kw5rCG6O8PFri, 10 Apr 2026 00:12:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs the MLB and MLS seasons have kicked off in recent weeks, several area natives are continuing their professional careers.155false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-coroner-identifies-man-shot-and-killed-by-bradley-police--71220317artl_9aLpxtmEdkaThu, 09 Apr 2026 21:54:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Coroner Bob Gessner identified 34-year-old Jose Orozco, of Bradley, as the suspect Bradley police officers shot and killed during a well-being check in the 600 block of Jonette Avenue Wednesday.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-welcomes-nurse-practitioner-ryan-whitesell-to-the-primary-care-team--71217980artl_9aLpxtmELwaThu, 09 Apr 2026 20:15:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew provider now seeing patients at Watseka Campus58false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-seeking-tax-exempt-status-for-st-mary-s--71215607artl_1Kxw7fkr4AQThu, 09 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrime Healthcare is in the process of seeking property tax exempt status through the state of Illinois for St. Mary’s Hospital, a Prime spokesperson said.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-dog-owners-keep-your-pups-leashed--71213622artl_eQjyeHvp8rPThu, 09 Apr 2026 15:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster reminds dog owners to keep their dogs leashed following an incident which injured McMaster's young puppy.148false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-naacp-releases-statement-regarding-police-involved-shooting-in-bradley--71212479artl_JK62Ls2lNnKThu, 09 Apr 2026 14:21:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Branch of the NAACP released a statement regarding Wednesday’s shooting involving Bradley Police officers and a 36-year-old man.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-earns-military-friendly-school-designation--71211615artl_9aLpxtmY86aThu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKCC is one of only 12 community colleges in Illinois to earn the Military Friendly designation this year.115false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-hail-damages-still-being-reviewed--71209544artl_6PEgDSJwdXKThu, 09 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkInsurance adjusters remain in the review process as Kankakee property evaluation continue.164false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-bishop-mcnamara-score-conference-softball-wins-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71202646artl_JagLNUgWdMPThu, 09 Apr 2026 02:45:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kays avenged a loss to Crete-Monee, the Fightin' Irish had another dominant conference outing and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.418false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-police-investigate-fatal-shooting-of-bradley-man-on-jonette-ave-involving-village-police--71202676artl_JK62Ls25gkKThu, 09 Apr 2026 02:21:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fatal shooting Wednesday is being investigated by Illinois State Police as Bradley Police officers were involved.109false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-s-lincoln-williams-named-steve-tappa-illinois-media-player-of-the-year-to-highlight-all-state-hoopers--71201047artl_qap4wUjrBDaThu, 09 Apr 2026 01:09:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee's Lincoln Williams was named the Steve Tappa Illinois Media Player of the Year in Class 3A, one of 13 local boys and girls basketball players to earn All-State recognition.212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-s-remote-attendance-ordinance-still-needs-work--71199405artl_6PEgDSJ2zmKWed, 08 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA motion on an ordinance for allowing remote attendance via Zoom didn’t get a second at Monday’s board meeting.191false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-shot-multiple-times-on-jonette-ave-in-bradley--71195626artl_2QdBkizB6LaWed, 08 Apr 2026 20:31:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPolice are on the scene of a shooting that left one man wounded in the 600 block of Jonette Avenue in Bradley.121false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-oks-tourism-agency-contract--71191392artl_Dayv5UEE9rPWed, 08 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee became the first municipality to approve a new 3-year agreement with Visit Kankakee County.188false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-have-fact-and-fiction-merged--71188608artl_VaRgzSAAnvPWed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhen politicians start talking about hybrids, demons, Roswell and secret files, even sensible people begin to look up a little longer at the night sky.255false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/governors-state-to-host-8th-annual-chicago-southland-international-film-festival--71186660artl_MK4ylHGGAEaWed, 08 Apr 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA series of films showcasing the unique qualities of Chicago will be featured in the 8th Annual Chicago Southland International Film Festival at Governors State University this weekend.120false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-chebanse-easter-egg-hunt-voices-of-the-community-celebration--71186659artl_VaRgzSAAONPWed, 08 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheck out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.131false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cooper-holman-s-grand-slam-ryan-kettman-s-two-way-game-lift-wilmington-to-sweep-of-herscher--71172935artl_mabyJHrw5JKWed, 08 Apr 2026 03:35:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA grand slam from Cooper Holman highlighted a six-run sixth inning for Wilmington in Tuesday's game against Herscher, one where Ryan Kettman threw a gem and had three hits to lift the Wildcats to a two-game sweep of the Tigers.240false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-s-cheyenne-hayes-throws-no-no-beecher-dominates-rvc-doubleheader-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71173869artl_wQWylHlgA9aWed, 08 Apr 2026 03:24:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park's Cheyenne Hayes had 18 strikeouts in a no-hitter against Clifton Central, Beecher's Taylor Norkus threw a four-inning perfect game in a doubleheader sweep of St. Anne and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.481false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-takes-20-11-conference-loss-to-crete-monee-in-home-opener--71172011artl_JK62Ls2xY4KWed, 08 Apr 2026 01:50:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee, playing just its third game of the season, dropped its home opener 20-11 to Southland Athletic Conference opponent Crete-Monee at the 315 Sports Park in Bradley on Tuesday,229false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-vote-taken-in-manteno-on-tourism-iga--71169501artl_maqp6t7wVxKTue, 07 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVote on IGA for Visit Kankakee County will have to wait200false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burkes-asks-judge-for-new-attorney-for-momence-murder-trial--71166050artl_1Pn5bCMgbYaTue, 07 Apr 2026 19:07:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe man accused in the death of business owner Courtney Drysdale requested the judge hearing his case allow him to change attorneys.157false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-approve-sale-of-property-next-to-brickstone-brewery-production-facility--71163548artl_9QemEuV5y1QTue, 07 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais trustees approved the sale of two lots next to the BrickStone Brewery Production Facility to a New York company during Monday’s board meeting. The company is working to purchase the BrickStone Brewery Production Facility, which has been...168false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-celebrates-local-talent-at-april-grooves-day-fundraiser-on-april-18--71161778artl_WKBBEiO6lVKTue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkApril Grooves Day brings local musicians together on April 18 for a live music fundraiser supporting CIRKA's mission to expand arts access in Kankakee County.163false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-dominates-ccc-opener-r-c-s-sophia-moyers-throws-ice-no-hitter-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71161779artl_Dayv5UE6XNPTue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara ran away with a 15-2 win in its Chicagoland Christian Conference softball opener, Reed-Custer's Sophia Moyers threw a five-inning no-hitter in a conference win for the Comets, and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.449false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harper-tollefson-s-hat-trick-leads-bradley-bourbonnais-to-4-3-comeback-win-over-herscher--71147872artl_JagLNUgb9bPTue, 07 Apr 2026 02:56:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHarper Tollefson scored three goals, including a go-ahead score with 18 minutes to play, to help lead Bradley-Bourbonnais to a 4-3 comeback win at home over Herscher on Monday.229false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joyce-strength-in-the-face-of-challenges-across-the-40th-district--71143708artl_VaRgzSA30yPMon, 06 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News Network40th District State Senator Patrick Joyce, D-Essex, discusses the optimism in the 40th district around CSL Behring's $1.5 million investment in Kankakee County, and the devastating loss in Aroma Park due to the March 10 tornado.242false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/911-dispatcher-killed-in-i-55-two-vehicle-crash-near-channahon--71138093artl_WKBBEiOwb5KMon, 06 Apr 2026 18:31:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 911 dispatcher for WESCOM was killed in a two-vehicle crash early Sunday on Interstate 55 near Channahon. WESCOM said "to say she will be missed would be an understatement"92false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-kankakee-s-jocelyn-sanchez--71137097artl_BaYyLHo1RyaMon, 06 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Kankakee girls soccer senior Jocelyn Sanchez.191false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-rotary-club-hosts-shredding-event-saturday--71134977artl_VaRgzSAWrZPMon, 06 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Rotary Club of Bradley-Bourbonnais will host their 16th annual household shred event from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday.72false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-way-of-kankakee-iroquois-counties-seek-volunteers-for-29-earth-day-projects--71119744artl_damyZHAGnVaSun, 05 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties is inviting community members to get out and serve with one of 29 local service projects on Earth Day, April 22.74false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zonta-club-of-kankakee-awards-leadership-stem-awards--71115887artl_AKz7lTrgEMaSun, 05 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Zonta Club of Kankakee announced two awards earlier this week: the Young Women in Leadership Award and the Women in STEM Award.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/b-harley-bradley-house-in-kankakee-home-to-ikebana-society-floral-art-show--71107600artl_WKBBEiOZloKSat, 04 Apr 2026 23:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Ikebana Society Floral Art Show will be at the B. Harley Bradley House in Kankakee on Saturday, April 25.73false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-girls-soccer-stays-perfect-bbchs-baseball-tops-oak-forest-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71107597artl_MK4ylHG9qpaSat, 04 Apr 2026 22:24:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAddie Wilkins had another shutout to help keep Herscher girls soccer undefeated, Bradley-Bourbonnais baseball won a slugfest against Oak Forest and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.86false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-the-mysteries-of-a-deck-of-playing-cards--71101494artl_7PABnijMB8QSat, 04 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek wonders how much knowledge does the public have when it comes to a deck of playing cards.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/improved-radar-education-may-be-reason-for-increase-in-kankakee-county-tornadoes--71098267artl_1Po8xt9XnRQSat, 04 Apr 2026 10:15:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIs Kankakee County and eastern Illinois part of a new pathway for tornadoes?388false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-baseball-downs-peotone-for-1st-win-bbchs-softball-wins-8th-straight-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71092425artl_VaRgzSAJlVPSat, 04 Apr 2026 02:03:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBryce Deany and Devin Arbour came up clutch to give the Kankakee baseball team its first win, Abbie Hofbauer led the Bradley-Bourbonnais softball team to its eighth straight victory and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.157false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alyssa-singleton-s-walk-off-double-gives-manteno-6-5-win-over-pontiac--71091957artl_Dayv5UE2xGPSat, 04 Apr 2026 00:43:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter Manteno had a late lead slip away against Pontiac, senior Alyssa Singleton delivered a two-run walkoff single in the seventh inning to give the Panthers a 6-5 win and 3-1 record on the season.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/xandria-harris-attorney-is-filing-a-motion-for-change-of-venue--71087320artl_NKZGXcGXLvaFri, 03 Apr 2026 18:07:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe attorney for Xandria Harris said in Kankakee County court Friday she will be filing a motion for a change of venue.119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2025-26-daily-journal-boys-basketball-player-of-the-year-kankakee-s-lincoln-williams--71086532artl_6PEgDSJzlXKFri, 03 Apr 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter putting together perhaps the greatest career in Kankakee boys basketball history, Lincoln Williams is the Daily Journal Player of the Year.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/americo-vespucci-lodge-hosts-25th-annual-sons-and-daughters-of-italy-dinner-dance--71086527artl_gaN16tM6D6KFri, 03 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Americo Vespucci Lodge is hosting its 25th annual Sons and Daughters of Italy on Saturday, April 18.64false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/klawitter-sisters-power-peotone-softball-gianni-jaime-leads-herscher-soccer-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71076146artl_7Q5y4HrXnxQFri, 03 Apr 2026 02:12:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSophie Klawitter struck out 15 in a complete game while Mary Klawitter slugged a homer to lead Peotone, Gianni Jaime netted a hat trick for Herscher and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-comeback-comes-up-just-short-in-7-5-loss-to-bremen--71076188artl_1Po8xt9eOmQFri, 03 Apr 2026 01:34:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais nearly erased a four-goal halftime deficit against Bremen on Thursday, but had its comeback push come up a little short in a 7-5 home loss to the Braves.231false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-dist-111-joins-appraisal-of-st-mary-s-for-tax-revenue--71074542artl_xQ1ykHo1l3QThu, 02 Apr 2026 23:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSeveral Kankakee taxing bodies are participating in an appraisal of St. Mary’s Hospital for the potential collection of tax dollars.164false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-school-teacher-fired-over-racist-image--71068518artl_1Po8xt9D3wQThu, 02 Apr 2026 19:08:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee school teacher was fired this week after sending a racist image to other staff members from her school email account.172false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/csl-donates-100-000-to-support-kankakee-county-to-aid-in-tornado-recovery--71069893artl_nP9zWiZ8EvQThu, 02 Apr 2026 19:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCSL Behring, a biopharma company that employs many in Kankakee County, has donated $100,000 to the Emergency Response Fund of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties to support recovery efforts after the tornado on March 10.91false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/knox-lands-communications-role-in-bourbonnais--71067529artl_2QdBkizpXlaThu, 02 Apr 2026 17:25:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJakob Knox, most recently the director of the Manteno Chamber of Commerce, is the newest employee for the village of Bourbonnais. To fill his vacancy, Manteno hired Ashley Peterson, a 19-year village resident.159false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-favorite-eats-around-town--71065403artl_6PGkeHRbJ9PThu, 02 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReflecting on the question "What would be on your plate for your last meal?" Taylor Leddin-McMaster answers from a Kankakee County perspective.149false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seeking-sludge-for-krma-treatment-plant--71061590artl_JagLNUglYEPThu, 02 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn an effort to increase declining imported waste to treat at the Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency treatment plant, the agency is searching for new clients.216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joslynn-dole-leads-bishop-mcnamara-softball-to-10-0-win-over-reed-custer-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71054863artl_1Pn5bCMpp3aThu, 02 Apr 2026 01:48:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJoslynn Dole threw a two-hit shutout and had a pair of hits to lead Bishop McNamara to a 10-0 win over Reed-Custer while Coal City dropped a pair of games at the WJOL Tournament in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eagle-scout-raising-funds-for-american-heart-association--71053825artl_DPOm2ulOMbKWed, 01 Apr 2026 23:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal Eagle Scout Alexis McCullough has found another way to honor her dad's memory with her latest fundraising campaign to benefit the American Heart Association.146false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/update-kankakee-police-arrest-woman-following-structure-fire--71051795artl_6PEgDSJL1mKWed, 01 Apr 2026 20:28:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police arrested 24-year-old Nazhai S. Hill, of Kankakee, for allegedly setting a fire that damaged a residence, garage and three vehicles Tuesday.128false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-arrest-woman-following-structure-fire--71048754artl_1Po8xt9ExzQWed, 01 Apr 2026 17:20:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police arrested 24-year-old Nazhai S. Hill, of Kankakee, for allegedly setting a fire that damaged a residence, garage and three vehicles Tuesday.83false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/upliftedcare-offers-free-caregiver-support-and-grief-workshops-in-april--71048758artl_qap4wUjwdZaWed, 01 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUpliftedCare Community Grief Center is hosting two free programs in April designed to support families navigating caregiving and grief.216false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-building-your-life-in-difficult-times--71047164artl_NKDzNilmNqPWed, 01 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkYou tell yourself that now is not the time to start the business, write the book, make the call, apply for the job, have the baby, buy the ticket, or take the leap. But fear is never short of arguments. It always knows how to sound wise.235false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-tour-the-b-harley-bradley-house-explore-kankakee-history-and-more--71095531artl_gaN16tMNekKWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:30:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkExplore Kankakee's history this weekend at the Kankakee County Museum or B. Harley Bradley House.113false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kids-fishing-day-set-for-saturday--71044662artl_6a84OU71omaWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe annual Kids’ Fishing Day is set to return for the opening morning of spring trout season this Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Bird Park quarry, sponsored by the Northern Illinois Anglers Association.53false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-lawmaker-battling-through-cancer--71042123artl_DPOm2ul3gMKWed, 01 Apr 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee 4th Ward Alderwoman Danita Grant Swanson could have simply thrown in the towel, but that is not in her nature as she battles illness.274false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-opens-all-city-calendar-with-home-sweep-of-bishop-mcnamara--71035791artl_Dayv5UgN85PWed, 01 Apr 2026 02:45:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the first-ever season of varsity boys volleyball for all three All-City schools in the same year, Kankakee earned the first rivalry win of the season when the Kays swept Bishop McNamara Tuesday.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-downs-coal-city-reed-custer-beats-herscher-to-complete-ice-sweeps-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71035785artl_DKJpZtp08qPWed, 01 Apr 2026 02:31:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBoth Wilmington and Reed-Custer completed Illinois Central Eight Conference softball sweeps, with Wilmington beating Coal City 11-8 and Reed-Custer downing Herscher 14-3, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.283false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harper-tollefson-s-5-goals-lead-bbchs-to-9-1-all-city-win-over-bishop-mcnamara--71034492artl_MK4ylH75J9aWed, 01 Apr 2026 01:09:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA five-goal performance from Harper Tollefson led Bradley-Bourbonnais to a 9-1 win over Bishop McNamara is All-City play Tuesday, giving the Boilermakers at least a share of their third straight All-City title.232false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-daily-journal-thank-you-everyday-heroes-contest-2026--71033068artl_XPvkGH5VD8QTue, 31 Mar 2026 22:26:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Daily Journal Thank you, Everyday Heroes Contest 202647false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-healthcare-invests-104m-in-1st-year-in-illinois--71025512artl_eQjyeHBdXJPTue, 31 Mar 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn its first year of Illinois hospital ownership, Prime Healthcare touts $104 million of investment and saving 13,000 jobs.297false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matthew-schore-appointed-to-the-kankakee-community-college-board-of-trustees--71021815artl_1PXy4HbLZ9QTue, 31 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMatthew Schore has been appointed to the Kankakee Community College board of trustees, filling the term of Michael Proctor, who died unexpectedly last month.127false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-damage-assessments-completed-agencies-have-data-under-review--71018629artl_2QdBkinL20aTue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security is conducting a comprehensive review of data collected following the tornado that struck Aroma Park on March 10.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-softball-takes-slugfest-over-herscher-mac-bbchs-and-kankakee-win-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--71011408artl_NKDzNir2JdPTue, 31 Mar 2026 02:53:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer softball came out on top of a wild one with Herscher, all three city softball teams earned wins and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.464false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-state-police-announces-911-service-upgrades--71009166artl_ya2V7sxlXqaMon, 30 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Illinois State Police (ISP) announced Monday all 169 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) throughout Illinois, commonly called 911 call centers, have successfully transitioned to Next Generation 911 (NG911). ​182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-stays-hot-with-13-1-win-over-coal-city-in-ice-opener--71007523artl_JK62Lsv21JKMon, 30 Mar 2026 20:44:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington opened up Illinois Central Eight conference play with a 13-1 road win over Coal City on Monday, the Wildcats' fourth straight win by a combined scored of 62-3.240false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scooter-s-coffee-rolls-into-bourbonnais-as-latest-drive-thru-choice--71003829artl_GK70XTLL56aMon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkConstruction recently started on a Scooter’s Coffee franchise in the 500 block of South Main Street in Bourbonnais, across from Chicago Dough Company and Elite Community Credit Union.92false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-american-bank-merging-kankakee-branch-into-its-bourbonnais-location--71001355artl_VaRgzSZZ9XPMon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFollowing extensive damage caused by the tornado and hailstorm on March 10, First American Bank announced it will permanently consolidate the operations of the Kankakee and Bourbonnais branches.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-kings-rally-saturday-in-kankakee-part-of-historic-nationwide-turnout--70981978artl_7Q5y4HYbNpQSun, 29 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOver 450 protesters gathered for another No Kings rally at the Kankakee County Courthouse on Saturday as over 3,000 protests were held nationwide. Speakers highlighted the local impacts of federal policies and voiced concerns for human rights and...290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bill-backed-by-state-sen-joyce-looks-to-expand-assistance-for-first-time-farmers--70981210artl_DKJpZtpqx3PSun, 29 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSenate Bill 3019 would ensure the Illinois Finance Authority has the ability to assist first-time farmers with purchasing new equipment and real estate.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-school-board-oks-facility-project-bids--70981209artl_wQ0gGSYy1wPSun, 29 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bourbonnais Elementary School Board approved bids last week for three projects aimed at preventative maintenance around the district.181false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-hazardous-waste-drop-off-event-set-for-april-18--70979576artl_JagLNU146oPSun, 29 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkState Representative Jackie Haas is hosting a Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the City of Kankakee Public Works Department Parking Lot.79false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-seeks-adjunct-instructors-hosts-virtual-information-session-on-april-29--70975527artl_2QdBkinEL7aSun, 29 Mar 2026 13:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJoin KCC's virtual information session on adjunct teaching opportunities.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-s-malachi-lee-1-of-5-area-athletes-to-win-indoor-state-title-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70966239artl_damyZHy3WNaSun, 29 Mar 2026 03:15:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara's Malachi Lee, Wilmington's McKenna Van Tilburg and Manteno's Klarke Goranson, Olivia McElroy and Briggs Cann all won indoor state titles at the Illinois Top Times Championships, and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.310false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-rallies-late-to-reclaim-all-city-title-from-bishop-mcnamara--70966236artl_NKDzNir1W6PSun, 29 Mar 2026 01:46:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJace Boudreau roped a game-tying triple and scored on Cody Youngblood's go-ahead single in the sixth inning of Bradley-Bourbonnais' 3-2 win over Bishop McNamara on Saturday that gave the Boilermakers the All-City title.271false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1b-in-kankakee-county-storm-damage--70964018artl_9aLpxtwMMlaSat, 28 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile tornado damages were not part of the fallout from the March 10 hail storm, more than half of all Bradley properties were impacted.258false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-has-8-players-drive-in-runs-in-15-0-all-city-win-over-kankakee--70963228artl_6PEgDS6e7MKSat, 28 Mar 2026 21:34:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara beat Kankakee 15-0 in the first of its two All-City games at the 315 Sports Park on Saturday, with eight different players driving in at least one run for the Fightin' Irish.242false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-is-it-time-to-be-nice-to-cuba--70957332artl_maqp6toMG2KSat, 28 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek believes the time has come to make friends around the world, rather than enemies.262false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2025-26-daily-journal-all-area-boys-basketball-team--70956241artl_JK62LsvLMyKSat, 28 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the members of this year's Daily Journal All-Area boys basketball team.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-march-28-2026--70955435artl_kPMvwU635rQSat, 28 Mar 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.79false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-sean-curbow-lived-his-life-by-walking-with-faith--70952601artl_6PGkeH3MJAPSat, 28 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSean Curbow’s journey on Earth may have lasted just 35 years, but his presence will last a lifetime to all he touched, whether for 30 minutes or 30 years.413false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-softball-boys-volleyball-win-wilmington-softball-unloads-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70945909artl_VaRgzSZWk7PSat, 28 Mar 2026 02:43:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais softball and boys volleyball teams both scored victories, as did Wilmington softball in dominant fashion, and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.135false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-opens-all-city-play-with-28-0-win-over-kankakee--70945313artl_DKJpZtpvb7PSat, 28 Mar 2026 02:17:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 All-City baseball season began at 315 Sports Park on Friday, where Bradley-Bourbonnais tallied a 13 hits, a dozen walks and took advantage of six Kankakee errors for a 28-0 victory.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-kankakee-play-to-2-2-tie-in-all-city-opener--70945314artl_MK4ylH7MVwaSat, 28 Mar 2026 01:41:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 All-City girls soccer slate got started with a 2-2 tie between host Kankakee and Bradley-Bourbonnais on Friday, with decisive games with Bishop McNamara coming up for each team over the next two weeks.231false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-daily-journal-baseball-capsules--70938260artl_xPk5YCX21WKFri, 27 Mar 2026 19:11:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheck out preview capsules for the Daily Journal area's prep baseball teams for the 2026 season.1437false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kcc-president-dr-michael-boyd-selected-for-prestigious-aspen-presidents-fellowship--70928910artl_mabyJHNYYkKFri, 27 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Community College President Dr. Michael Boyd has been selected as one of just 23 Presidents’ Fellowship participants for 2026 by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program.130false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-school-board-reflects-on-storm-impact-response--70902002artl_maqp6tobyeKThu, 26 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee School Board members reflected on the impact of the March 10 storms and the community's response during a Monday meeting.220false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-living-in-puppyhood--70899832artl_damyZHy5b8aThu, 26 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about traversing puppyhood in the energetic first year of a puppy’s life.116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/momence-man-charged-with-possessing-disseminating-child-sexual-abuse-material--70899831artl_XQlJkFAerDaThu, 26 Mar 2026 14:51:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Momence man was arrested by Illinois State Police Wednesday after a months-long investigation into alleged possession of child sexual abuse material.73false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-schools-assessing-storm-damage--70894862artl_7Q5y4HYLbqQThu, 26 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee High students were back in the building Tuesday after thousands of holes in the roof were patched. Nine roofs will have to be replaced throughout the district due to damage from the March 10 severe storms.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cheyenne-hayes-late-grand-slam-16-ks-give-grant-park-12-2-win-over-milford-cissna-park--70884249artl_9QemEuRZJrQThu, 26 Mar 2026 01:59:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park's Cheyenne Hayes racked up 16 strikeouts and ended a 12-2 win over Milford-Cissna Park with a sixth-inning grand slam on Wednesday, leading the Dragons to their fourth straight win to start the season.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-s-lydia-hammond-throws-no-no-watseka-s-libby-hamilton-hits-walk-off-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70884248artl_WKBBEir3WmKThu, 26 Mar 2026 01:50:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLydia Hammond threw her second no-hitter in the last four days for Bradley-Bourbonnais, Libby Hamilton socked a walk-off homer for Watseka, and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.405false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/county-assessing-storm-damage-for-fema-assistance--70881981artl_eQjyeHBY4NPWed, 25 Mar 2026 23:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCounty looking to put number on storm damage for FEMA assistance.214false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/help-underway-to-clear-debris-trees-from-aroma-park--70877112artl_1PXy4Hb4GdQWed, 25 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrews of volunteers have been helping to clear fallen trees and other tornado debris in Aroma Park.293false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/will-county-officials-investigate-human-bones-found-in-field-in-mokena--70875727artl_6a84OUkqAqaWed, 25 Mar 2026 16:43:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Will County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday they are searching an area in Mokena after a human skull was found in a field near Oakwood and Townline Tuesday.75false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-if-you-want-someone-to-do-something-you-have-to-make-them-want-to-do-it--70874767artl_8Kw5rClqB3PWed, 25 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhy the people around you respond better to desire than demands – and what that means for your morning.264false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-mary-s-hospital-joins-community-relief-efforts-with-50-000-donation--70872861artl_maqp6toWVGKWed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHealthcare organization pledges $50,000 to help tornado-affected families in Kankakee County85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/work-continues-on-kankakee-river-exhibit-at-exploration-station-in-bradley--70871031artl_ya2V7sxVpXaWed, 25 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWork continues on the next new exhibit to Exploration Station at Perry Farm Park in Bradley.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-downs-reed-custer-beecher-bests-kankakee-in-baseball-action-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70864022artl_NKDzNirWOWPWed, 25 Mar 2026 02:28:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara beat Reed-Custer 6-1 for its second win in a row, Beecher scored early and often in a 16-4 win over Kankakee, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.397false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-releases-aerial-photos-of-tornado-damage-for-recovery-efforts--70861613artl_wQ0gGSYkZmPTue, 24 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County GIS releases tornado damage aerial imagery for public use.112false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/funeral-services-public-visitation-set-for-aroma-park-tornado-victim--70861622artl_2QdBkin46GaTue, 24 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFuneral services and a public viewing and visitation have been set for Maurice Norington, the 65-year-old Aroma Park resident who was the only Illinois fatality from the March 10 tornado.154false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-kankakee-county-storm-damage-agencies-checked-double-checked-and-checked-again--70856384artl_6PGkeH3VxmPTue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe night the March 10 tornado hit Aroma Township, officials made two sweeps of the destruction.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-investigate-shots-fired-on-north-evergreen-avenue--70855171artl_6PGkeH3VNZPTue, 24 Mar 2026 15:32:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police said they investigated a report of shots fired at approximately 8 p.m. Monday in the 200 block of North Evergreen Avenue.55false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-erupts-for-17-runs-against-peotone-for-first-win-of-season-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70843310artl_1Po8xt6qNlQTue, 24 Mar 2026 02:51:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara beat Peotone 17-2, scoring nine in the top of the sixth innings to secure its first win of the season, and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.299false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joslynn-dole-s-2-hitter-leads-bishop-mcnamara-past-peotone-in-early-season-pitcher-s-duel--70843306artl_kPMvwU6WNDQTue, 24 Mar 2026 02:22:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn a marquee matchup against Peotone All-Stater Sophie Klawitter, Bishop McNamara's Joslynn Dole threw a two-hit shutout and was supported by some timely Fightin' Irish hits in a 2-0 win in McNamara's season opener.231false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-rides-hot-bats-5-shutout-innings-from-abbie-hofbauer-to-17-0-win-at-herscher--70842184artl_zPrG2cRjLOQTue, 24 Mar 2026 01:09:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais had 11 players record at least one hit Monday, providing plenty of support to five shutout innings from junior Abbie Hofbauer, in a 17-0 road win over Herscher.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-elementary-board-appoints-new-member--70841054artl_zK3G5cjEqgKMon, 23 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bourbonnais Elementary School Board has appointed Stacey Moore as its new member.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/county-to-relinquish-its-final-stretch-of-north-county-line-road--70834668artl_eQjyeHBlA0PMon, 23 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCounty Board’s Executive Committee gave initial approval for the county to relinquish its jurisdiction of its final stretch of 12000 North Road.255false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-reminds-property-owners-to-obtain-permits-for-storm-repairs--70830244artl_1Pn5bC6k0raMon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Planning Department’s Building Division is reminding residents that permits are required before repairing or rebuilding.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/easter-egg-hunts-spring-into-action--70830245artl_gaN16t2AnoKMon, 23 Mar 2026 12:41:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe area kicked off springtime with the first round of Easter egg hunts over the weekend. With many more in store, check out the list of upcoming egg-hunting events.69false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-softball-downs-kankakee-8-3-r-c-s-mackenzie-foote-hits-for-cycle-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70819726artl_NKDzNirmpbPSun, 22 Mar 2026 23:44:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park improved to 2-0 while handing Kankakee a loss in its season opener, Reed-Custer's Mackenzie Foote hit for the cycle and drove in eight runs for the Comets and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.471false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-state-s-attorney-s-office-celebrates-119-interns-through-volunteer-program--70816476artl_JKV25sLZMlKSun, 22 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County State’s Attorney’s Office is proud to highlight the success and impact through its volunteer internship program, the Office has welcomed and mentored 119 interns.171false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/servbank-names-2-market-presidents-following-the-iroquois-federal-acquisition--70812497artl_maqp6todwLKSun, 22 Mar 2026 13:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkServbank has appointed Pat Martin and Bob Guido as North and South Market Presidents, marking a key leadership milestone following the acquisition of Iroquois Federal Savings and Loan Association.112false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nash-brubaker-homers-twice-in-herscher-win-mcnamara-and-bbchs-fall-by-a-run-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70806195artl_zPrG2c8BZWQSun, 22 Mar 2026 01:53:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNash Brubaker hit a pair of solo home runs to lead Herscher on the road, Bishop McNamara and Bradley-Bourbonnais both lost by a run, Beecher's Taylor Norkus threw a three-inning perfect game and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.391false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-finds-room-for-growth-in-early-season-loss-to-marist--70804760artl_JKV25s6Rb0KSat, 21 Mar 2026 22:34:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn a battle of state-ranked Class 4A teams, Marist managed to top Bradley-Bourbonnais' softball team 13-6 Saturday.235false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2025-26-daily-journal-all-area-girls-basketball-team--70801835artl_BaYyLH4JLgaSat, 21 Mar 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTake a look at the players named to the Daily Journal All-Area team for the 2025-26 girls basketball season.301false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-and-they-are-doing-away-with-the-penny--70799375artl_xQ1ykH2ZDyQSat, 21 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes about one of the passions of his life: collecting pennies.325false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2025-26-daily-journal-girls-basketball-player-of-the-year-maddie-gesky--70798717artl_6PEgDS0wxLKSat, 21 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno junior Maddie Gesky has been named the 2025-26 Daily Journal Girls Basketball Player of the year after leading the Panthers to the winningest season in program history while also setting both the career and single-season records for points,...305false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-twp-sandbar-road-tornado-puts-some-on-the-move--70796962artl_1Po8xtdwqNQSat, 21 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNot willing to rebuild, some Aroma Township owners are ending their battles with nature.418false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-softball-downs-kankakee-8-3-r-c-s-mackenzie-foote-hits-for-cycle-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70792216artl_zPrG2c8wbbQSat, 21 Mar 2026 03:39:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park improved to 2-0 while handing Kankakee a loss in its season opener, Reed-Custer's Mackenzie Foote hit for the cycle and drove in eight runs for the Comets and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.446false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-picks-up-second-straight-win-with-7-0-shutout-of-kankakee--70791043artl_BaYyLH4kvBaSat, 21 Mar 2026 01:50:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHerscher picked up its second win in a row and improved to 2-1 on the season with a 7-0 win over Kankakee on Friday, with the Tigers getting four one-hit innings from Brock Berns to hand the Kays a loss in their season opener.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-explores-robinson-crusoe-through-a-lecture-and-a-panel-on-march-24--70786093artl_qap4wU4rx4aFri, 20 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Community College to Host Guest Lecture and Faculty Panel on Robinson Crusoe on March 24 on KCC’s Riverfront campus in Kankakee.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hopkins-park-gets-new-tornado-siren--70784345artl_6PGkeHEoAxPFri, 20 Mar 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA new tornado siren was installed in the village of Hopkins Park on Thursday morning, a little over a week after an EF-3 tornado touched down in Kankakee County.106false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/storm-cleanup-around-kankakee-county-what-to-know-and-what-to-avoid--70778267artl_7PABniojgZQFri, 20 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs Aroma Park, southern Kankakee and the rest of Kankakee County continue cleanup after last Tuesday's storms, here are some tips on what to do and what to avoid.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lydia-hammond-tosses-one-hit-shutout-in-season-opening-win-for-bbchs-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70771901artl_6a84OU3koAaFri, 20 Mar 2026 03:01:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais senior Lydia Hammond opened the season with a one-hit shutout of Oak Forest, striking out 10 batters in an 11-0 win for the Boilermakers, and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.390false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-park-tornado-victim-remembered--70768238artl_xQ1ykH2ryZQThu, 19 Mar 2026 23:31:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAroma Park resident Maurice Norington, who died from injuries suffered during the March 10 tornado, is remembered as a quiet but friendly man who loved his family, horses, and '70s and '80s music.406false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/land-bank-approves-work-on-vacant-houses--70755486artl_NKZGXcL12JaThu, 19 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Land Bank met this past Tuesday and discussed its strategic plan while also approving improvements to several recently acquired properties.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-watching-community-come-together--70750651artl_6PEgDS0kyZKThu, 19 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about the March 10 storm and the emotions of the aftermath.187false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cesar-avalos-named-director-of-continuing-education-at-kcc--70748023artl_JagLNUrYyRPThu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Community College has appointed Cesar Avalos as director of Continuing Education and Business Partnerships.98false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-the-heart-of-aroma-park-tornado-relief-pours-in--70745002artl_eQjyeH9bAXPThu, 19 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSupport has poured in to Aroma Township from across Kankakee County and beyond following the March 10 tornado. That support is anchored by a little community bar in the heart of Aroma Park called the Fun Hub.234false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gardner-south-wilmington-baseball-watseka-softball-get-season-opening-wins-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70730678artl_XPvkGH0poOQThu, 19 Mar 2026 02:08:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGardner-South Wilmington's baseball team got two home runs from Reed-Millette and Watseka's softball team got a two-run outing from pitcher Lilly Kingdon, with both teams picking up season-opening wins in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/update-man-injured-in-accident-at-kankakee-church-has-died--70729161artl_eQjyeH969OPThu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe man who was severely injured in an accident Wednesday at First Church of the Nazarene in Kankakee has died, Kankakee County Coroner Bob Gessner said.78false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-mayor-curtis-be-careful-when-signing-roof-siding-window-repair-contracts--70729162artl_BaYyLH4b3OaWed, 18 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCaution is required before signing on with home repair contractors, Kankakee Mayor Chris Curtis advised residents.347false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-injured-after-fall-from-man-lift-at-kankakee-church--70727145artl_DPOm2uNA3gKWed, 18 Mar 2026 20:33:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man was transported in poor condition to Riverside Medical Center Wednesday after an accident at First Church of the Nazarene in the 1000 block of North Entrance Avenue.83false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-scholastic-bowl-team-heading-to-state-finals--70722598artl_VaRgzSGxB5PWed, 18 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School Scholastic Bowl team is advancing to the IHSA 2A State Finals for the first time since 2010.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-state-police-squad-cars-hit-in-almost-12-hours-including-one-in-iroquois-county--70721732artl_xPk5YC1bmvKWed, 18 Mar 2026 16:09:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Illinois State Police Troop 5 trooper was seriously injured Tuesday in Iroquois County when the squad he occupied was struck.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-do-we-really-know-what-are-our-true-limitations--70720419artl_AKz7lT1w19aWed, 18 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore wonders what the true limits may be for the human mind.313false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-to-light-up-juneteenth-and-july-4th-sky--70716957artl_eQjyeH94E4PWed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee will once again provide firework shows for the Juneteenth and July 4th celebrations.107false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tornado-destruction-slammed-kankakee-s-south-schuyler-avenue--70715818artl_DPOm2uNDlqKWed, 18 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe path of destruction from last week's tornado in Kankakee County was not limited to residential areas in Aroma Township, but a Kankakee business district as well.357false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-to-look-out-for-as-polls-close-in-kankakee-county--70705678artl_ya2V7smYNeaWed, 18 Mar 2026 00:26:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe polls have closed in Kankakee County, and here's what to look out for as the ballots are counted.62false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-kankakee-county-s-march-2026-primary-election-results--70705680artl_9aLpxtRb3JaWed, 18 Mar 2026 00:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe polls have closed. Here are live March 2026 primary election results for Kankakee County. Tallies will be updated as county clerks update their websites.38false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-hits-pause-on-zoom-access-ordinance--70704762artl_zK3G5cpABbKTue, 17 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno to discuss further Zoom remote access.213false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/polls-open-until-7-p-m-for-primary-election-in-kankakee-county--70693898artl_WKBBEivVxzKTue, 17 Mar 2026 17:49:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrimary voter turnout was light Tuesday morning in Kankakee County.120false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-purchase-is-start-of-a-pathway-to-the-grove--70693104artl_MK4ylHzmYbaTue, 17 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe purchase of a property in southern Bourbonnais is hoped to be a gateway for safety and The Grove, the village’s largest park.160false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-police-arrest-man-after-he-attempted-to-hit-two-people-with-vehicle--70691145artl_wQWylHg2O2aTue, 17 Mar 2026 15:11:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley police arrested Steven D. Evans, of Kankakee, after he allegedly drove his vehicle at two people Friday in the 1200 block of North Bradley Boulevard.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/easter-egg-trail-hunt-returns-to-perry-farm-park-on-march-21--70691144artl_Dayv5Ur8d1PTue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Villages of Bourbonnais and Bradley, in partnership with the Bourbonnais Township Park District, will host a free Easter Egg Trail Hunt at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 21along the trails of Perry Farm Park.128false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-the-storm-illinois-extension-shares-resources-for-storm-recovery-and-disaster-preparedness--70689601artl_1Kxw7f1DGWQTue, 17 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter severe storms damaged homes and property across Illinois, residents are turning to the University of Illinois Extension for guidance on safe cleanup and recovery.162false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-food-pantry-available-thursday-for-those-impacted-by-storms--70671783artl_6a84OU3mrBaMon, 16 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA mobile food pantry will be available from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19 in Kankakee, to serve residents affected by recent storms.74false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-heart-ball-raises-record-815-000-for-mental-health-expansion--70664012artl_ya2V7smevEaMon, 16 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe event, themed “Roaring Riverside,” drew 1,300 attendees for an evening of dining, dancing, and fundraising.136false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/waldron-road-in-aroma-park-area-temporarily-closed-monday--70660599artl_WKBBEivXN9KMon, 16 Mar 2026 15:24:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County officials said they have temporarily shut down Waldron Road in the Aroma Park area from 1500S Road to Old Waldron Road.67false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-students-families-come-together-in-storm-cleanup-relief--70657611artl_9aLpxtR0OMaMon, 16 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNot long after last week's severe storms left extensive damage to Bishop McNamara's Kankakee site, which houses the high school and junior high, students and their families showed up in droves to help clean up.260false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-kankakee-county-towns-dodge-wrath-of-storm--70652446artl_JKV25s6r0XKSun, 15 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAdvanced notice by meteorologists for the high probability of the dangerous storm that hit Kankakee County was praised by three local elected officials.160false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baseball-5-storylines-to-watch-from-the-daily-journal-area-in-2026--70649151artl_WKBBEivMMpKSun, 15 Mar 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs the prep baseball season begins Monday, here are a handful of top storylines to keep an eye on from the Daily Journal area.249false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/school-resuming-this-week-after-storms--70648723artl_VaRgzSGn53PSun, 15 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSchool is slated to resume this week for Kankakee students following last week’s closures in the aftermath of the March 10 tornado and severe storms hitting the area.188false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-schools-return-to-in-person-learning-monday--70648244artl_mabyJHMboZKSun, 15 Mar 2026 16:35:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara Catholic School in Bradley and Bourbonnais will be back to in-person learning on Monday, with the Kankakee location moving back to in-person learning on Tuesday due to storm damage.73false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prayer-part-of-the-healing-process--70645341artl_wQ0gGS60J8PSun, 15 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal pastors, parishioners and residents gathered Thursday afternoon for a 'Mass of Hope' service in Aroma Park to pray for those impacted by the March 10 tornado and storms, as well as the first responders called to help the community.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-repeat-championship-bid-comes-up-just-short-at-special-olympics-unified-state--70640797artl_ya2V7smEVRaSat, 14 Mar 2026 22:57:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais made its fifth straight trip to the IHSA Special Olympics Unified Basketball State Finals, finishing second in Class 2A after a 44-36 loss to Vaughn/St. Patrick on Saturday.284false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/red-cross-shelter-in-kankakee-to-relocate-sunday--70639454artl_wQ0gGS6gLRPSat, 14 Mar 2026 20:12:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRed Cross Shelter will be operating out of Redeeming Life Ministries beginning on Sunday.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-daily-journal-all-area-wrestling-team--70639453artl_ya2V7sm2xbaSat, 14 Mar 2026 20:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTake a look at the boys and girls wrestlers named to the Daily Journal All-Area team for the 2025-26 season,390false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-daily-journal-girls-wrestler-of-the-year-payton-temple--70637484artl_mabyJHMVR5KSat, 14 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter winning the first state title in program history and going 40-0 on the season, Clifton Central-Irqouois West junior Payton Temple has been named the Daily Journal Girls Wrestler of the Year for the second year in a row.280false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-i-will-always-love-you--70636603artl_1Po8xtdYY6QSat, 14 Mar 2026 15:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes about the bond formed by Kevin Costner and the late Whitney Houston throughout the development and filming of The Bodyguard.311false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-daily-journal-boys-wrestler-of-the-year-logan-van-duyne--70636092artl_maqp6tNR1JKSat, 14 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter going 41-4 on the season and finishing second at the IHSA Class 1A State Finals, Wilmington senior Logan Van Duyne has been named the Daily Journal Boys Wrestler of the Year for the 2025-26 season.290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-march-14-2026--70635763artl_wQWylHgL0AaSat, 14 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aroma-township-residents-face-storm-aftermath--70635071artl_7PABniodeOQSat, 14 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLess than 24 hours after a tornado ripped through swaths of Aroma Township neighborhoods, emotional residents view the aftermath.494false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/convoy-of-hope-comes-to-kankakee-school-district--70630829artl_MK4ylHzkAlaFri, 13 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA truckload of food for those affected by the tornado and severe storm in Kankakee was delivered to Lincoln Cultural Center Thursday. The site is serving as a location for the community to drop off and pick up donations of food and essentials.259false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-show-must-go-on-kankakee-valley-theatre-association-moves-youth-show-footloose-to-bbchs--70629500artl_ya2V7smAxZaFri, 13 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Valley Theatre Association has had a change of plans this weekend; no longer able to use the Lincoln Cultural Center, its youth performance of “Footloose” will take place at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School.224false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-officials-we-are-continuing-search-efforts--70626725artl_ya2V7smA10aFri, 13 Mar 2026 16:15:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County officials said in a release Friday search and rescue efforts have and will continue in the area damaged by Tuesday’s storms.137false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-history-bus-tour-slated-for-april-25--70626744artl_wQ0gGS6JVEPFri, 13 Mar 2026 15:42:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThis journey through Kankakee County is perfect forhistory lovers, curious explorers and anyone who enjoys discovering the stories behind our communities.195false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-killed-in-aroma-park-storm-tuesday-id-d--70625811artl_1Po8xtdDjZQFri, 13 Mar 2026 15:40:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaurice R. Norington, 65, was found dead inside his storm-damaged residence on Thursday, officials said.86false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/firefighters-battle-fire-in-panel-at-solar-farm-located-in-kankakee-county--70625818artl_NKDzNiJ6YYPFri, 13 Mar 2026 15:40:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFirefighters from multiple area agencies battled a fire on an active panel at a solar farm located in Kankakee County at approximately 4:15 p.m. Thursday.89false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/still-i-rise-hosting-emergency-community-giveaway-in-kankakee-on-saturday--70625024artl_6PEgDS0WjeKFri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStill I Rise, a local nonprofit in Kankakee, is hosting an emergency community giveaway on Saturday in Kankakee.61false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grace-christian-academy-hub-for-tornado-help-supplies--70621978artl_wQ0gGS6J8XPFri, 13 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrace Christian Academy is one place helpers are gathering in the aftermath of the EF-3 intensity tornado and severe storms that ripped through Kankakee and Aroma Township Tuesday evening.357false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-back-on-easy-street--70617409artl_1Kxw7f12LYQFri, 13 Mar 2026 03:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster talks about the most recent production from Easy Street Theater, a local theater organization for actors with special abilities.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-softball-brings-the-bats-on-opening-day-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70616909artl_XQlJkF7xbqaFri, 13 Mar 2026 01:40:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno's softball season began with two different innings of double-digit runs in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.58false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-sheriff-s-office-locates-dead-individual-inside-damaged-home-in-aroma-park--70616211artl_DPOm2uN7dlKFri, 13 Mar 2026 00:15:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday the body of an individual was found inside a structure damaged during Tuesday’s tornado in Aroma Park.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pritzker-tours-aroma-park-destruction-pledges-help--70616210artl_ya2V7smD26aFri, 13 Mar 2026 00:13:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGov. J.B. Pritzker got a first-hand look at the devastation in Aroma Park and vowed help to residents.316false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-announces-plan-for-storm-debris-removal--70614648artl_9aLpxtRvnmaThu, 12 Mar 2026 20:09:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Emergency Management Agency and the Kankakee County Highway Department announced their plans for the removal of debris in the areas affected by Tuesday’s storms, excluding the City of Kankakee.113false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heiland-road-only-way-into-aroma-park-every-other-road-closed--70613257artl_kPMvwURg4JQThu, 12 Mar 2026 19:03:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Village of Aroma Park said Thursday afternoon that Heiland Road is the only road available for those looking to get into the village.52false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-new-state-record-hailstone-6-5-inch-hailstone-falls-in-kankakee-county--70611930artl_JagLNUroXlPThu, 12 Mar 2026 16:43:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe National Weather Service said Wednesday that the storm that produced hail and tornadoes in Kankakee on Tuesday produced record-breaking hail of six inches, but a Kankakee resident found one slightly bigger outside his home102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baseball-daily-journal-players-to-watch-in-2026--70610720artl_XQlJkF7k5paThu, 12 Mar 2026 15:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBefore the prep baseball season begins Monday, check out some notable names from the Daily Journal area to keep an eye on.207false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/resources-available-for-those-impacted-by-destructive-storms-in-kankakee--70610129artl_1Kxw7f1dkEQThu, 12 Mar 2026 14:08:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThere have been resources made available to those in need in Kankakee County after severe, tornadic storms swept through the area Tuesday night119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-2026-softball-previews--70609459artl_Dayv5Urv8xPThu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheck out preview capsules for the Daily Journal area's softball teams for the 2026 season.1422false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/national-weather-service-confirms-ef-3-level-kankakee-county-tornado--70602578artl_1Pn5bCAnvnaThu, 12 Mar 2026 01:50:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe intensity of Tuesday's tornado in Kankakee County was determined by the National Weather Service.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/funds-ok-d-on-kankakee-county-road-projects--70601834artl_9QemEuAr7vQThu, 12 Mar 2026 00:03:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Board approved appropriations for road projects.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-dist-111-hit-with-storm-damage--70600626artl_GK70XT7WxOaWed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDistrict 111 is planning to collect donations and serve meals for community members affected by Tuesday evening's storms, and school will remain closed through the rest of this week as building damage is assessed.143false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tornado-rips-through-kankakee-county-businesses-homes-officials-say-it-s-amazing-no-one-died--70599791artl_GK70XT7WjjaWed, 11 Mar 2026 19:54:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn estimate of property damage is yet unknown, but there was no loss of life or serious injury related to Tuesday's night's tornado and hail storm in Kankakee County, officials said281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-takes-hit-during-tuesday-storms--70598863artl_NKDzNiJnOmPWed, 11 Mar 2026 19:40:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara Catholic School’s Kankakee site took extensive damage in Tuesday evening’s tornado and severe storm.133false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-s-315-music-fest-returns--70598373artl_zPrG2c8LJ2QWed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCountry music star Chris Young highlights the musical talents set for the third Bradley 315 Music Fest.295false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-offers-self-assessment-survey-for-public-on-storm-damage--70597670artl_XQlJkF7vYvaWed, 11 Mar 2026 16:28:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Emergency Management and the Illinois Emergency Management of Homeland Security have created a self-assessment reporting link for people affected by Tuesday night's storms.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homeowners-beware-of-home-repair-scammers-being-in-kankakee-county--70596634artl_xPk5YC1E1nKWed, 11 Mar 2026 15:44:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe public should be aware following Tuesday’s storms of the possibility of scammers in the area.128false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-don-t-shrink-from-the-future-involving-ai--70594595artl_ya2V7sm1ppaWed, 11 Mar 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore urges everyone not to shrink from the future involving AI.307false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-secret-food-pantry-to-host-mobile-drive-thru-march-12-in-bourbonnais--70594593artl_NKZGXcLkjVaWed, 11 Mar 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThere are no residential or financial restrictions. Anyone in need can come for food.95false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-winter-market-at-the-majestic-great-leprechaun-chase-in-manteno--70593189artl_XPvkGH0LrnQWed, 11 Mar 2026 13:30:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Majestic will host a Winter Market from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14.38false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-confirmed-dead-from-tornado-in-newton-county-indiana--70593179artl_9QemEuALJXQWed, 11 Mar 2026 13:25:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNewton County, Indiana, officials confirmed two deaths from Tuesday’s tornado that left Lake Village heavily damaged.46false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nws-supercell-that-hit-kankakee-may-have-produced-record-sized-6-inch-hailstone--70592319artl_qap4wU48e6aWed, 11 Mar 2026 13:08:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA hailstone reported in Kankakee during Tuesday evening’s severe storms could become the largest hailstone ever recorded in Illinois, according to the National Weather Service153false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/storm-damage-widespread-after-hail-tornados-in-kankakee-county--70586937artl_MK4ylHLnv1aWed, 11 Mar 2026 04:42:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStorm damage from a reported tornado and softball size hail early Tuesday afternoon was termed extensive in Kankakee County.227false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-district-111-bishop-mcnamara-kcc-cancel-school-wednesday-due-to-widespread-storm-damage--70586195artl_6a84OUw5mraWed, 11 Mar 2026 04:17:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee District 111, Kankakee Community College and Bishop McNamara Catholic School each announced that there will be no school on Wednesday due to widespread storm damage.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-city-file-emergency-declaration-with-state-of-illinois--70585521artl_JKV25sVRJgKWed, 11 Mar 2026 02:53:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Sheriff Mike Downey, Kankakee County Board Chairman Matthew Alexander-Hildebrand, and Kankakee Mayor Chris Curtis have filed an emergency declaration with the State of Illinois for disaster assistance90false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-sees-damage-from-hail-tornado-during-tuesday-evening-storms--70584646artl_kPMvwUqwRoQWed, 11 Mar 2026 02:34:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County, including Kankakee, Aroma Park, and Bradley, was hit by a severe storm Tuesday evening that led to wires down and extensive damage to homes and businesses218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tornado-warning-issued-for-kankakee-county-kankakee-bradley-and-aroma-park-included--70583425artl_VaRgzSwm3gPTue, 10 Mar 2026 23:29:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Kankakee County, which will impact Kankakee, Bradley, Aroma Park, St. Anne and Hopkins Park, until 7 p.m.73false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-native-nominated-for-golden-apple-teaching-award--70583428artl_9aLpxtnY8daTue, 10 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMatthew White, a 2010 graduate of Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School, is one of 30 Illinois finalists for the 2026 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching.391false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/national-weather-service-issues-severe-thunderstorm-warning-for-kankakee--70582422artl_NKDzNiAMz6PTue, 10 Mar 2026 22:43:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Kankakee to expire at 6 p.m. Tuesday.69false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-schools-announce-cancellation-of-sports-after-school-activities-anticipating-severe-weather--70577566artl_eQjyeHnG9yPTue, 10 Mar 2026 18:51:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMany schools around Kankakee County, like Manteno and St Anne, have cancelled after-school activities on Tuesday in anticipation of severe weather.69false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electrical-fire-causes-5-000-in-damages-to-kankakee-residence--70576556artl_6PEgDSkDjZKTue, 10 Mar 2026 18:17:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn electrical fire in the wall Tuesday caused about $5,000 to a residence in the 900 block of South Washington Avenue.65false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/julius-burkes-kankakee-county-trial-set-for-may-18-in-death-of-courtney-drysdale--70576548artl_NKDzNiA38APTue, 10 Mar 2026 18:16:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJulius Burkes, who is accused of killing 30-year-old Courtney Drysdale in February, will go on trial May 18.115false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-recognizes-daisy-award-winners-for-2025--70575406artl_BaYyLHmwYGaTue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare recently completed naming all the winners of the 2025 DAISY Award. The monthly award recognizes nurses who were nominated by patients for their excellent care.172false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suspect-in-killing-of-courtney-drysdale-in-kankakee-county-arraigned-monday--70571688artl_DKJpZt4AXXPTue, 10 Mar 2026 15:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe public defender representing Julius Burkes, who is accused of killing Courtney Drysdale last month, was granted a motion for a 90-day speedy trial.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-chamber-head-knox-resigns--70570408artl_wQ0gGS42LrPTue, 10 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter three years at the helm, Jakob Knox announced his resignation as President & CEO of the Manteno Chamber of Commerce and as Marketing & Community Relations Director for the Village of Manteno.219false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jeffers-targets-oct-2027-kankakee-opening--70566408artl_DKJpZt4oOGPTue, 10 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe long-running downtown Kankakee housing development is on track to begin and an opening date has been set.184false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-s-best-ever-season-ends-in-supersectional-loss-to-tolono-unity--70561112artl_AKz7lTG6JBaTue, 10 Mar 2026 03:23:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe winningest season in Bishop McNamara boys basketball history came to a gut-wrenching end Monday with a 77-70 loss to Tolono Unity in the Class 2A Pontiac Supersectional.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-takes-8-7-walk-off-loss-to-homewood-flossmoor-on-opening-day--70560811artl_1Kxw7f5Y1XQTue, 10 Mar 2026 02:03:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter overcoming a pair of two-run deficits earlier in the game, Wilmington took an 8-7 opening-day loss to Homewood-Flossmoor in walk-off fashion Monday.260false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-5-billion-expansion-set-for-csl-behring-in-bourbonnais-township--70556308artl_1PXy4HRlbqQMon, 09 Mar 2026 20:39:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA $1.5-billion expansion which could increase the CSL Behring workforce by 300-400 was announced by state and company officials today.363false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-judge-expands-gag-order-in-xandria-harris-case--70555189artl_damyZHDA5waMon, 09 Mar 2026 19:22:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe judge in the Xandria Harris trial expanded the scope of the gag order she put in place in August 2024.228false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/csl-behring-announces-1-5-billion-expansion-to-bourbonnais-township-plant--70554052artl_NKDzNiAlnvPMon, 09 Mar 2026 17:07:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCSL Behring announced a $1.5 billion expansion to its Bourbonnais Township plant, which would add around 300-400 jobs81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-daily-journal-s-top-preseason-softball-storylines--70553032artl_xPk5YCkXyqKMon, 09 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs the prep softball season begins Monday, here are five storylines from the Daily Journal area to keep an eye on.319false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-introduces-new-ob-hospitalist-program--70542254artl_1Kxw7f596YQSun, 08 Mar 2026 23:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare is introducing a new OB Hospitalist program to strengthen patient safety and enhance care for mothers and babies.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-you-back-it-with-your-bracket--70541789artl_BaYyLHmN29aSun, 08 Mar 2026 21:49:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPlay the Daily Journal Matchup Madness College Basketball Contest for a chance to win one of three gift cards provided by Berkot’s Super Foods!49false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grace-community-united-methodist-in-bourbonnais-hosts-widow-support-group-march-21--70540275artl_BaYyLHmZlRaSun, 08 Mar 2026 19:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Grace Community United Methodist Church is hosting a community widow/widower support group on Saturday, March 21.57false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-horizons-band-of-river-valley-performs-monday-at-olivet-s-larsen-fine-arts-building--70537764artl_1Pn5bCeRx9aSun, 08 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe New Horizons Band of River Valley is performing at 7 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the Olivet Nazarene University’s Larsen Fine Arts Building.52false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-changes-coming-to-herscher-schools--70536334artl_6PEgDSk44rKSun, 08 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026-27 school year will be the year of new principals for Herscher Community Unit School District 2, with three of the four schools set to have new leaders.343false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-could-come-next-in-the-xandria-harris-case--70530965artl_wQ0gGS4GNJPSun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhat happened last week to halt the second attempt to start the trial against Xandria Harris?292false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-when-the-feds-and-locals-don-t-get-along--70526742artl_WKBBEi14orKSat, 07 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes while missing Nancy Guthrie has not been found, neither local or federal police can be blamed.338false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-march-7-2026--70525370artl_zK3G5cnAwRKSat, 07 Mar 2026 14:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stua-rittmanic-s-wait-for-justice--70524744artl_MK4ylHLMA6aSat, 07 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe wait for a conclusion to the long-running legal battle regarding the murder of a Bradley police sergeant takes its toll.402false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-claims-sectional-title-with-69-56-ot-win-over-yorkville-christian--70521593artl_zPrG2cM5zyQSat, 07 Mar 2026 04:30:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara pulled off an improbable comeback win in Friday's IHSA Class 2A Seneca Sectional championship against Yorkville Christian, outscoring the Mustangs 37-10 down the stretch to erase a 14-point deficit and win 69-56 in overtime.292false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-stunned-by-morton-in-class-3a-ottawa-sectional-championship--70521118artl_xQ1ykHDXNWQSat, 07 Mar 2026 04:02:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee, which entered the postseason as the top-ranked team in Class 3A, was shocked by Morton in Friday's Class 3A Ottawa Sectional championship.314false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pair-of-2-000-point-scorers-headline-cissna-park-s-stellar-senior-class--70515897artl_1PXy4HRry6QFri, 06 Mar 2026 21:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith a pair of 2,000-point scorers in Addison Lucht and Dierks Neukomm, and a pair of 1,000-point scorers in Lauryn Hamrick and Seth Walder, the Cissna Park basketball class of 2026 made their way into school record books.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-hosting-heart-ball-fundraiser-on-march-7--70507902artl_wQ0gGS43G2PFri, 06 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare is hosting the Heart Ball on Saturday, March 7, at the Tinley Park Convention Center.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-now-crosswell-ford-in-manteno--70495632artl_VaRgzSwn3EPFri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno Ford is now Crosswell Ford.252false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-get-latest-totals-on-snow-plowing-during-2025-26-season--70487967artl_VaRgzSwkeJPThu, 05 Mar 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs we hopefully start transitioning to spring, the Bourbonnais trustees received an update on winter during Monday’s board meeting.117false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-a-thing-for-spring--70485700artl_9QemEu2ZAkQThu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about the impending springtime and upcoming local events to celebrate the season.183false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-s-story-not-written-by-its-worst-moments--70481617artl_NKDzNiAonePThu, 05 Mar 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAt the annual State of the County presentation, the message was plain and it was simple: Kankakee County people control Kankakee County's future.396false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-wins-rollercoaster-sectional-semifinal-59-53-over-east-peoria--70472220artl_6PGkeH9rJAPThu, 05 Mar 2026 04:09:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee erased a late 10-point deficit to beat East Peoria 59-53 in Wednesday's IHSA Class 3A Ottawa Sectional semifinal, advancing to the championship game against Morton on Friday.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/governors-state-hosting-documentary-showcase--70467462artl_BaYyLHm93OaThu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGovernors State University will host a documentary showcase of “Medasse: A Ghana Public Health Brigade” on Friday, March 6.114false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-considers-zoom-meeting-access-for-trustees--70448874artl_6PGkeH9gnwPWed, 04 Mar 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Manteno Village Board is mulling over an ordinance of whether to allow trustees to attend meetings via a Zoom link.258false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-the-quiet-ways-we-re-connected-to-one-another--70446343artl_DPOm2uLg34KWed, 04 Mar 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes despite any concepts to the contrary, we are all connected.295false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-pass-ordinance-amendment-regarding-theft-and-retail-theft-enforcement--70446342artl_qap4wUzp8maWed, 04 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais police officers can now issue ordinance violations when it comes to theft and retail theft.137false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toastmasters-international-hosts-open-house-at-kankakee-ymca-wednesday-march-18--70436814artl_wQWylHpqy9aWed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkToastmasters International is hosting an open house from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 at the Kankakee Area YMCA.52false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-gets-defensive-in-sectional-semifinal-win-over-wilmington--70435585artl_NKDzNiA93xPWed, 04 Mar 2026 03:32:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara's boys basketball team held Wilmington to a season-low 24 points and turned 17 offensive rebounds into 18 second-chance points in Tuesday's Class 2A Seneca Sectional semifinal win.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-taking-possession-of-former-thrift-store-property--70433594artl_1Kxw7f5ED9QWed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPurchasing the former deteriorating former Salvation Army Thrift Store property was never the goal of the Kankakee City Council, but that is where they now are.192false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/returning-daily-journal-all-area-softball-players--70426638artl_6a84OUw2BwaTue, 03 Mar 2026 21:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn entire lineup of nine standouts return to the diamond from last year's Daily Journal All-Area softball team.313false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-make-arrest-in-feb-24-shots-fired-case--70426639artl_7Q5y4Hd106QTue, 03 Mar 2026 20:32:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police made an arrest last week in connection with a shots fired incident that occurred on Feb. 24.128false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-coal-city-s-aidan-kenney--70424513artl_6PEgDSkWebKTue, 03 Mar 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Coal City wrestler Aidan Kenney.218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fortitude-in-kankakee-receives-20k-grant--70423348artl_DPOm2uL5MLKTue, 03 Mar 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFortitude Community Outreach was one of 10 small nonprofits throughout Illinois selected to receive Charitable Trust grant funding.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-change-coming-to-grant-park-schools--70405635artl_BaYyLHm83naTue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA new superintendent has been selected in the Grant Park school district, as John Palan is set to retire after 15 years at the helm.330false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-hosts-fast-path-information-session-on-march-5--70390056artl_qap4wUzMwjaMon, 02 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Community College is now accepting applications for its Fast Path transfer degree program.115false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aqua-illinois-explains-expansion-needs-to-kankakee-neighbors--70387810artl_BaYyLHm2NGaMon, 02 Mar 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe planned $18-million expansion of the Kanakee-based Aqua Illinois water plant brought neighborhood concerns during a public meeting.327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/options-discussed-for-closed-edison-school-building-in-kankakee--70373912artl_NKDzNiA4MgPSun, 01 Mar 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe options for the Kankakee School District facility include repairing and updating infrastructure only, fully remodeling the building or demolishing the Edison school building.376false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-completes-perfect-dual-team-season-with-state-championship-repeat--70369890artl_gaN16tW5ReKSun, 01 Mar 2026 03:17:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter sending 14 wrestlers to last weekend's individual state tournament, Coal City's boys wrestling team capped off a perfect dual season when the Coalers repeated as Class 1A State champions on Saturday.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/payton-temple-becomes-clifton-central-s-first-ever-girls-wrestling-state-champion--70368982artl_ya2V7s8BOjaSun, 01 Mar 2026 00:31:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn her third straight trip to the IHSA Girls Wrestling State Finals, Clifton Central junior Payton Temple became the school's first state champion on Saturday, winning the 170-pound title.207false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/upliftedcare-in-bourbonnais-announces-march-support-group-sessions--70368399artl_1Kxw7f9WlwQSun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUpliftedCare in Bourbonnais has announced its monthly caregiver support group for Wednesday, March 11.99false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-s-mac-frankie-s-hit-with-2-day-suspension--70364004artl_ya2V7s8BbnaSat, 28 Feb 2026 18:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley bar, Mac & Frankie's, recently learn their punishment for a December incident at its business.139false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-the-book-made-me-dig-deeper--70364775artl_6PEgDSVZGgKSat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes that even works of fiction cause real life questions.314false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-mar-28-2026--70361287artl_JKV25spR9NKSat, 28 Feb 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-destroyed-lives-changed-in-momence-from-violent-act--70359816artl_wQWylHO6XmaSat, 28 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNearly one month following the tragic, horrific death of his fiancée at a Momence-area bar, the man who was set to marry Courtney Drysdale sat down with the Journal.432false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-s-late-rally-against-fenger-comes-up-just-short--70356987artl_NKDzNibMJYPSat, 28 Feb 2026 04:59:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne nearly overcame an 18-point deficit to Fenger in the second half of Friday's Class 1A St. Anne Regional championship game, ultimately falling just three points short.190false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-sets-program-wins-record-claims-back-to-back-regional-titles-with-win-over-el-paso-gridley--70356337artl_XPvkGH9Gl2QSat, 28 Feb 2026 03:53:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fightin' Irish got a 17-0 run in the first half and saw Callaghan O'Connor score their last dozen points in a 66-52 win over El Paso-Gridley in the Class 2A Herscher Regional championship.257false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-secures-regional-three-peat-with-dominant-93-41-win-over-plano--70356336artl_mabyJHn54XKSat, 28 Feb 2026 03:45:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee erupted for a season-high 93 points in Friday's IHSA Class 3A Geneseo Regional championship game against Plano, winning 93-41 to claim its third straight regional title.278false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iroquois-county-sheriff-s-office-makes-arrest-in-milford-fatal-fire--70355043artl_DKJpZtxG91PSat, 28 Feb 2026 01:01:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Iroquois Sheriff’s Office arrested Christopher Burton, of Milford, Friday on a warrant charging him with first degree murder.96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-s-payton-temple-makes-ihsa-girls-wrestling-state-semifinals-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70354614artl_zK3G5ce1rJKFri, 27 Feb 2026 23:50:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPayton Temple is now two wins away from an IHSA Girls Wrestling State championship in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.70false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-cancer-institute-hires-dr-patrick-moore-to-expand-treatment-options--70345742artl_DKJpZtxA7JPFri, 27 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare is expanding its oncology team with the addition of Dr. Patrick Moore, who specializes in hematology and bone marrow transplants.83false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sen-joyce-advances-bill-to-expand-illinois-hunting-industry--70340814artl_AKz7lTNDEeaFri, 27 Feb 2026 18:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkState Sen. Patrick Joyce, D-Essex, has advanced a bill that would allow for more humane hunting and expand the hunting industry in Illinois.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-sheriff-s-office-arrests-aroma-park-man-for-shots-fired--70338120artl_6PEgDSVDg4KFri, 27 Feb 2026 17:32:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMichael C. Setticosi, of Aroma Park, was arrested by the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Department Friday on suspicion of discharging a firearm.120false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-subscribers-you-can-see-the-musical-footloose-for-free--70334838artl_AKz7lTNDA5aFri, 27 Feb 2026 16:01:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCome see a Daily Journal subscriber-only preview of the musical Footloose: Youth Edition on Wednesday, March 11, 7pm in Kankakee for FREE!62false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/onarga-man-sentenced-to-5-years-for-bomb-possession--70334841artl_AKz7lTND05aFri, 27 Feb 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Onarga man in possession of a bomb in April 2025 was sentence this week to federal prison.156false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/janssen-looks-forward-to-new-opportunities--70330197artl_Dayv5Um1MlPFri, 27 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHerscher native Mike Janssen looks forward after WGN TV layoff.190false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-drops-sectional-championship-heartbreaker-to-pontiac-46-44--70318582artl_maqp6teYEpKFri, 27 Feb 2026 03:56:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno's winningest season in program history came to an end Thursday with a heartbreaking, 46-44 loss to Pontiac in the IHSA Class 2A Pontiac Sectional championship, ending the Panthers' season at 27-7 just short of their first sectional title.266false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drivers-asked-to-avoid-i-57-south-of-kankakee-due-to-rolled-semi--70304123artl_eQjyeHbvAyPThu, 26 Feb 2026 16:35:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Sheriff's Office said drivers should avoid Interstate 57 south of Kankakee Thursday morning due to a rolled semi.49false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-recorder-warns-property-owners-about-costly-solicitations--70304122artl_1Pn5bCgMX2aThu, 26 Feb 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Recorder Lori Gadbois would like to inform residents that the office has received phone calls and in-person visits from concerned residents about solicitations circulating throughout the county.149false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/easy-street-20-year-celebration-2-shows-in-1--70301710artl_VaRgzS0AeXPThu, 26 Feb 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhat better way for Easy Street Theater to celebrate its 20th season than doubling down on its latest production.140false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-olympics-illinois-sends-local-delegates-to-washington-d-c--70299503artl_nP9zWiVegvQThu, 26 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais seniors Derek Otero and Calvin Kohl and Elmhurst resident Katie O'Neil, a 2018 York graduate, were the delegates from Special Olympics Illinois that met with members of congress and the senate for Special Olympics in Capitol Hill...263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-olympics-illinois-sends-local-delegates-to-washington-d-c--70299502artl_XPvkGH95gyQThu, 26 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais seniors Derek Otero and Calvin Kohl and Elmhurst resident Katie O'Neil, a 2018 York graduate, were the delegates from Special Olympics Illinois that met with members of congress and the senate for Special Olympics in Capitol Hill...260false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-st-anne-advance-to-regional-title-games-on-their-home-floors-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70294353artl_xPk5YCy1BJKThu, 26 Feb 2026 04:34:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington beat Bridgeview 84-55 and St. Anne beat Bowen 71-58 in regional semifinal action, with both teams advancing to regional title games on their home floors, and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-pulls-away-for-71-42-win-over-herscher-in-regional-semis--70293740artl_zK3G5cepD2KThu, 26 Feb 2026 03:35:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara will play for its second straight regional title Friday after beating Herscher 71-42 in Wednesday's IHSA Class 2A Herscher Regional semifinal.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-survives-early-morris-scare-to-run-away-in-class-3a-geneseo-regional-semifinals--70293203artl_8Kw5rCbkYGPThu, 26 Feb 2026 02:49:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMorris traded a handful of lead changes and four first-quarter ties with Kankakee, but the Kays proved too much to handle in a 25-point decision in the IHSA Class 3A Geneseo Regional semifinals on Wednesday.231false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/case-trying-girlfriend-of-bradley-cop-killer-continued-to-march-9--70281155artl_DKJpZtx42VPWed, 25 Feb 2026 21:47:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe second attempt to hold Xandria Harris’ trial regarding her role in the 2021 murder of a Bradley police sergeant was delayed Wednesday.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-bourbonnais-friendship-festival-committee-is-now-accepting-applications-for-their-2026-scholarships--70278997artl_DPOm2uzzevKWed, 25 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bourbonnais Friendship Festival committee is now accepting applications until April 30 for their 2026 Scholarships.86false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-opens-fifth-immediate-care-location-in-bourbonnais--70275714artl_GK70XTvvJAaWed, 25 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare opened a new Immediate Care location in Bourbonnais, offering walk-in and scheduled appointments for urgent care and occupational health services.119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-native-returns-to-share-mom-s-story-repay-neighbor-s-kindness--70273567artl_xQ1ykHGG9EQWed, 25 Feb 2026 16:11:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee native Carla Wills returned to her hometown to show appreciation for a neighbor's kindness paid 40 years ago.495false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-shorten-the-response--70273566artl_kPMvwUOOJ9QWed, 25 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes the only way to change is to think of tomorrow, rather than yesterday.332false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alternate-jurors-remain-to-be-selected-for-the-xandria-harris-trial-in-kankakee-county--70271221artl_9aLpxtddDDaWed, 25 Feb 2026 13:31:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAttorneys in the Xandria Harris trial continue to put together a jury.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heyworth-handles-cissna-park-54-35-in-sectional-semifinal-stunner--70262440artl_WKBBEibeXZKWed, 25 Feb 2026 05:31:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCissna Park had its season come to an end with a 54-35 loss to Heyworth in the IHSA Class 1A Iroquois Sectional, finishing 26-3 and seeing a four-year run with an 111-23 record come to an end.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-can-t-climb-out-of-early-hole-in-sectional-semifinal-loss-to-pontiac--70262033artl_Dayv5UmdZlPWed, 25 Feb 2026 04:56:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fightin' Irish trailed 12-2 after the first quarter of Tuesday's Class 2A Pontiac Sectional semifinal against the host Indians, a deficit that proved to be too large to come back from in a 46-32 loss.215false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emily-horath-maddy-gesky-power-manteno-past-st-joseph-ogden-in-sectional-semis--70261561artl_9QemEulO8eQWed, 25 Feb 2026 04:10:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEmily Horath and Maddy Gesky combined for 37 points, and Manteno's defense forced 23 St. Joseph-Ogden turnovers as the Panthers topped the Spartans 44-23 in Tuesday's IHSA Class 2A Pontiac Sectional semifinal.236false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-seeks-reconsideration-of-kankakee-suit--70259747artl_1PXy4H73XnQWed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley administration is undeterred regarding its latest court rejection regarding its legal fight with Kankakee238false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrate-shakespeare-at-plum-creek-center-in-crete--70253834artl_maqp6temnAKTue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEnjoy The Bard Among the Bark from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, March 1-April 30, at Plum Creek Nature Center:75false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/evan-eckhoff-takes-over-as-new-kankakee-county-speedway-promoter--70250041artl_gaN16tWX9pKTue, 24 Feb 2026 13:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter five years of racing at Kankakee County Speedway, and a lifetime of attending races, Evan Eckhoff has become the speedway's new promoter with the goal of keeping local racing alive for the Kankakee-area racing community.278false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-gardner-south-wilmington-cissna-park-open-regional-play-with-wins-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70245244artl_xQ1ykHG7GdQTue, 24 Feb 2026 04:50:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Beecher, Gardner-South Wilmington and Cissna Park boys basketball teams all opened up the postseason with wins in their regional quarterfinals games and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.176false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herscher-holds-on-late-for-56-51-regional-win-over-reed-custer--70245247artl_6PGkeH1MJ1PTue, 24 Feb 2026 04:27:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHerscher opened up the postseason with a 56-51 win over Reed-Custer on Monday, advancing to play on its home floor in Wednesday's IHSA Class 2A Herscher Regional semifinals against Bishop McNamara.274false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-forces-20-turnovers-runs-away-early-from-milford-in-regional-quarterfinal--70244892artl_1PXy4H7NN4QTue, 24 Feb 2026 04:12:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkClifton Central forced 20 Milford turnovers to power a 59-32 in the quarterfinals of the Class 1A Hoopeston Regional.206false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-tightens-clamps-late-in-defensive-regional-quarterfinal-slugfest-at-manteno--70244893artl_JK62LsN8LjKTue, 24 Feb 2026 04:01:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn a game that saw neither team lead by more than two possessions until the final seconds, Coal City prevailed at Manteno in a Class 2A Regional quarterfinal battle Monday.269false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jury-selection-turns-intense-in-xandria-harris-trial-at-kankakee-county-courthouse--70244027artl_1PXy4H7NqBQTue, 24 Feb 2026 01:58:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNine jurors were picked Monday during the first day of Xavier Harris’ trial at the Kankakee County Courthouse.175false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/judge-tosses-bradley-s-suit-against-kankakee--70239640artl_VaRgzS0WWYPMon, 23 Feb 2026 20:17:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe breach of contract lawsuit filed by Bradley against Kankakee regarding the waterwater treatment plant has been dismissed.185false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-wilmington-s-logan-van-duyne--70237490artl_XQlJkFVrWVaMon, 23 Feb 2026 18:42:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Wilmington senior boys wrestler Logan Van Duyne.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/park-rangers-lessen-load-for-manteno-pd--70225661artl_Dayv5UmMbrPMon, 23 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPark rangers for the Square on Second save calls to Manteno PD.178false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-hospital-in-kankakee-s-mccuiston-discusses-health-disparities-in-black-americans--70218869artl_maqp6tel79KMon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHealth problems do not affect every community in the same way. In many parts of the country, Black Americans face higher rates of serious illnesses. They also often have less trust in the healthcare system.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-s-logan-vanduyne-remembering-his-coach-takes-2nd-at-ihsa-state-probably-the-match-of-his-life--70209587artl_AKz7lTNReyaSun, 22 Feb 2026 05:03:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington senior Logan VanDuyne, who lost his coach Nick Dziuban the day after regionals, put up a spirited fight in taking second place at the IHSA state wrestling meet in leading area medalists. "He wrestled probably the match of his life there."228false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/villages-of-bradley-and-bourbonnais-host-st-patrick-s-day-senior-dinner-on-march-11--70208210artl_zK3G5ce66oKSun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAttendees are encouraged to purchase tickets early, as there is a limited amount available. The registration deadline is Friday, February 27, or until full.117false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-schools-to-use-virtual-teachers-for-junior-high--70196590artl_zK3G5cewBLKSat, 21 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe use of virtual teachers alongside in-person instruction at the junior high level has sparked concerns about the merits of online learning for some Kankakee parents and students.405false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-can-you-like-a-judge-if-he-does-his-job--70194467artl_6PGkeH1lV8PSat, 21 Feb 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek, a longtime member of the Kankakee County Bar Association, asks a simply question regarding those who sit behind the judicial bench.285false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-feb-21-2026--70190881artl_Dayv5UmjEXPSat, 21 Feb 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/70-years-of-kankakee-service--70188905artl_9QemEul6BxQSat, 21 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSeventy years and counting at the Jones Funeral Home.302false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-area-wrestlers-advance-to-championship-matches-at-ihsa-state-finals-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70186296artl_mabyJHnexyKSat, 21 Feb 2026 05:11:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City's Aidan Kenney, Brock Finch and Cade Poyner and Wilmington's Logan Van Duyne will all wrestle for state titles after winning their semifinal matches and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-s-late-10-0-run-gives-coach-adrian-provost-win-over-newark-in-final-home-game--70186299artl_ya2V7s8gD7aSat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fightin' Irish trailed at the end of each of the first three quarters of Friday's regular season finale against Newark, but in their final home game and the last home game for coach Adrian Provost, Bishop McNamara's seniors rose late for a 68-60 win.269false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joliet-central-escapes-with-49-46-road-win-over-bradley-bourbonnais--70186300artl_XPvkGH9RLwQSat, 21 Feb 2026 04:18:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJoliet Central wrapped the regular season with a 49-46 road win over Bradley-Bourbonnais on Friday, with a late steal from Bernal Fox helping seal the win for the Steelmen.249false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/land-bank-making-some-headway--70184821artl_1Po8xtzrRnQSat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Land Bank now has seven properties moved from abandonment or foreclosure to the open market.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-ok-purchasing-two-new-police-vehicles--70182452artl_Dayv5UmVG8PFri, 20 Feb 2026 20:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais trustees approved the purchase of two 2026 police squads at Monday’s board meeting.126false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/xandria-harris-police-shooting-trial-in-kankakee-begins-monday--70181463artl_JagLNUkvOePFri, 20 Feb 2026 19:22:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIt has been 4 years, 1 month and 24 days, approximately 216 weeks or 1,517 days since that December fateful night in 2021 when one Bradley officer was killed and a second seriously wounded.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/county-partners-with-our-aging-services-to-protect-vulnerable-residents-through-the-blue-envelope-program--70178863artl_wQ0gGS1gVqPFri, 20 Feb 2026 13:35:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County has adopted the Blue Envelope Program, a safety initiative designed to support individuals with dementia, autism, developmental disabilities, PTSD, mental illness, or other communication challenges during interactions with law enforcement.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-ends-winningest-season-in-9-years-with-regional-final-loss-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70172514artl_1Pn5bCgEx9aFri, 20 Feb 2026 05:09:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkClifton Central fell to Roanoke-Benson 49-25 in the IHSA Class 2A Clifton Central Regional championship game, ending its winningest season in nine years, and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-avenges-last-week-s-loss-to-wilmington-wins-regional-title-as-both-teams-celebrate-historic-seasons--70172224artl_2QdBkiyo4laFri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn a matchup of teams looking to add on to their program single-season wins records, Manteno avenged last week's loss to Wilmington with a 50-37 victory in Wednesday's IHSA Class 2A Seneca Regional championship.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-claims-regional-title-with-payback-win-over-joliet-catholic--70172513artl_JK62LsNkq4KFri, 20 Feb 2026 04:53:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara beat Joliet Catholic 52-45 in the IHSA Class 2A Bishop McNamara Regional championship game on Thursday, securing a second straight regional title and avenging a 55-33 loss to the Angels on Feb. 11.278false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-arrest-suspect-in-armed-robbery--70158815artl_WKBBEibnDyKThu, 19 Feb 2026 20:25:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police arrested a suspect in Monday’s armed robbery of a business located in the 1400 block of East Court Street.124false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-pushing-for-east-side-grocery--70158816artl_WKBBEibnLzKThu, 19 Feb 2026 20:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFollowing through on an election pledge, Mayor Chris Curtis is upping the effort to find an east side grocery.255false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/source-of-kankakee-soapy-discharge-identified--70154045artl_WKBBEibqGqKThu, 19 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe source of the soap which created a sudsy mess along Kennedy Drive a few weeks ago has been found and fined.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-the-truth-to-work-life-balance--70150887artl_JagLNUknYvPThu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about the recent Women in Networking event in which Bri Haug and Ari Hayden discussed the truth of work-life balance and self care.163false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-lego-biz-nears-opening--70146831artl_XQlJkFVEvyaThu, 19 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Bradley Commons Shopping Center location which once offered mattresses is being transformed into a Bricks & Minifigs business.323false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-boys-hoops-scores-senior-night-win-g-sw-falls-to-dwight-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70142744artl_6PEgDSVW4gKThu, 19 Feb 2026 04:01:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara scored a senior night victory in a matchup of 20-plus win teams and Gardner-South Wilmington was defeated in a rivalry matchup with Dwight in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.76false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/us-rep-kelly-local-officials-celebrate-improved-david-bradley-industrial-park--70140678artl_nP9zWiVv42QThu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkU.S. Rep. Robin Kelly joined local officials Tuesday to celebrate the repaired roof of the historic David Bradley Industrial Park campus warehouse.203false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-takes-top-spot-in-class-3a-boys-basketball-poll--70140687artl_zPrG2cW3o6QWed, 18 Feb 2026 23:21:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the first time this season, the Kankakee boys basketball team took the top spot in this week's Associated Press Class 3A Basketball Poll.280false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-officer-says-goodbye-to-k-9-partner-and-friend--70136316artl_BaYyLHNXXvaWed, 18 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais Police Sgt. Dave Herberger said goodbye to his beloved K-9 partner, and family member, Athos.358false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-cheerleading-posts-best-state-finish-in-17-years--70134909artl_mabyJHnB5OKWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais cheerleading team tied for second place in the co-ed division of the IHSA State Finals on Feb. 7, tying the program's best finish that was last accomplished in 2009.248false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-if-fate-says-no-cut-the-knot-and-carve-your-own-path--70134910artl_damyZHBqZkaWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes permission is not needed to grab destiny.300false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/community-arts-council-opens-applications-for-james-f-carlson-fine-arts-scholarship--70132831artl_1PXy4H7J82QWed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne or more students from Kankakee County will be awarded a $300 scholarship to further their training in the Fine Arts.93false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/big-fourth-quarter-propels-underdogs-morris-over-kankakee-in-regional-semifinal--70128658artl_BaYyLHNpryaWed, 18 Feb 2026 05:16:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn similar fashion to last month's matchup at Kankakee, Morris stormed ahead late to top the Kays on Tuesday, this time in the semifinals of the IHSA Class 3A Metamora Regional.215false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-downs-reed-custer-peotone-falls-to-lisle-in-key-ice-games-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70128654artl_MK4ylH2J5qaWed, 18 Feb 2026 04:45:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City beat Reed-Custer and Peotone fell to Lisle in a pair of Illinois Central Eight Conference games with late-season implications on the ICE standings, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.136false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-puts-the-clamps-on-manteno-to-stay-in-illinois-central-eight-hunt--70128660artl_eQjyeHblpYPWed, 18 Feb 2026 04:23:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno had a red-hot first quarter from the 3-point line, but visiting Wilmington took total control over the middle quarters to stay in the Illinois Central Eight Conference hunt with a 25-point win at Manteno on Tuesday.272false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-police-arrest-two-people-in-kankakee-county-following-traffic-stop-on-i-57--70123089artl_6PGkeH160oPWed, 18 Feb 2026 00:03:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIllinois State Police Troop 5, assisted by Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group, arrested two people after suspected cocaine and fentanyl/methamphetamine was found in the vehicle they were on Monday.85false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-elementary-school-board-seeks-appointee--70123088artl_zPrG2cW6gNQWed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bourbonnais Elementary School Board is accepting applications to fill a board vacancy until Monday, Feb. 23.157false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-child-dead-in-eastern-kankakee-county-crash-that-injured-two--70114528artl_6PGkeH1W2vPTue, 17 Feb 2026 19:06:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne of two children critically injured in a single-vehicle crash on East Illinois Route 17 last week has died.100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-deputies-arrest-indiana-man-following-chase--70106102artl_JagLNUkJMlPTue, 17 Feb 2026 17:24:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Indiana man fleeing from police in Champaign County was apprehended by Kankakee County Sheriff’s deputies Saturday.108false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-firefighters-extinquish-small-structure-fire--70106101artl_qap4wURw1baTue, 17 Feb 2026 17:23:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee firefighters responded to a small structure fire overnight Sunday in the 1900 block of South Schuyler Avenue.54false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-clifton-central-cissna-park-advance-to-girls-hoops-regional-finals-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70093863artl_qap4wURGNEaTue, 17 Feb 2026 05:19:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Panthers bested Peotone, the Comets avenged multiple losses to Tri-Point and Cissna Park got past Hoopeston. Iroquois West's Amelia Scharp reached 1,000 career points in her final game, and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/defensive-minded-bishop-mcnamara-downs-reed-custer-in-regional-semis--70093862artl_BaYyLHNA0baTue, 17 Feb 2026 05:01:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara clamped down on defense early in Monday's IHSA Class 2A Bishop McNamara Regional semifinal win over Reed-Custer, going on to beat the Comets 60-36.265false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-last-home-game-kankakee-s-seniors-run-away-from-waubonsie-valley--70093613artl_zK3G5ceb39KTue, 17 Feb 2026 04:47:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn all-time class of Kankakee boys basketball seniors took their home court for the last time Monday, pulling away in the second half for a 63-47 win over Waubonsie Valley.311false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-gardner-south-wilmington-s-leondre-kemp--70085839artl_ya2V7s8JzqaMon, 16 Feb 2026 18:58:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Gardner-South Wilmington's Leondre Kemp.168false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discount-planet-to-exit-bradley-s-orbit--70084316artl_1Pn5bCgZwdaMon, 16 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe ownership of the 44,000-square-foot former Big Lots! site in Bradley is seeking a new occupant.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kcc-expands-english-language-classes-to-underserved-areas-with-state-grant--70074019artl_JK62LsYzepKSun, 15 Feb 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe $44,000 grant will fund new citizenship classes and two additional ESL classes in underserved areas of the district.98false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clifton-central-s-temple-wins-sectional-leads-state-wrestling-qualifiers-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70064716artl_7Q5y4Hbok0QSun, 15 Feb 2026 04:09:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkClifton-Central's Payton Temple was crowned sectional champion and will be joined at state by Bradley-Bourbonnais Sophia Domont. The Boilers' Kayden Roach is also state-bound on the boys side, girls regional basketball action began and more in...306false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-becomes-state-s-lone-team-to-send-all-14-wrestlers-to-state--70064474artl_9aLpxt577NaSun, 15 Feb 2026 03:20:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City became the only team in Illinois to have all 14 wrestlers punch their tickets to the state finals, while seven more area teams had 12 additional wrestlers advance out of the IHSA Class 1A Coal City Sectional.311false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/attorneys-argue-over-affirmative-defense-being-used-in-xandria-harris-trial--70062927artl_NKZGXcb2W3aSat, 14 Feb 2026 22:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn affirmative defense is when the defendant introduces evidence that negates criminal liability or civil liability, even if it is proven that the defendant committed the alleged acts, according to Cornell Law School’s Legal Information Institute.246false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/found-mr-wright-at-the-b-harley-bradley-home-in-kankakee--70061846artl_nP9zWiBODjQSat, 14 Feb 2026 18:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fascination with history and Frank Lloyd Wright served as the inspiration for the unique marriage proposal of a couple at the B. Harley Bradley House.325false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/city-of-braidwood-lays-out-five-year-6-million-capital-improvement-plan--70060427artl_6PEgDSj24VKSat, 14 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe City of Braidwood worked through what projects would be part of its $6 million, five-year capital improvement plan during its Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday.140false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-feb-14-2026--70059309artl_1Kxw7fwnXnQSat, 14 Feb 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.110false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leondre-kemp-holden-grimes-power-g-sw-to-3rd-place-win-in-rvc-tournament-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70055813artl_9aLpxt54NjaSat, 14 Feb 2026 04:52:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGardner-South Wilmington took third place over Momence in the River Valley Conference Tournament, Beecher won a thriller at Tri-Point for fifth and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-beats-clifton-central-60-49-to-repeat-as-rvc-tournament-champs--70055816artl_9QemEu54bZQSat, 14 Feb 2026 04:35:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne secured its second straight River Valley Conference Tournament title with a 60-49 win over Clifton Central in Friday's championship game, which also clinched a second straight unbeaten RVC season for the Cardinals.283false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lincoln-way-west-pulls-away-late-at-bradley-bourbonnais--70055817artl_DKJpZtqd59PSat, 14 Feb 2026 04:19:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter Eiden Kubilius helped Lincoln-Way West keep pace in an early back-and-forth battle at Bradley-Bourbonnais, Aidan Bach and Drake Been made big plays down the stretch that allowed the Warriors to escape with a 51-44 win Friday night.282false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-are-stronger-together-kankakee-high-school-students-walk-out-protest-ice--70053315artl_WKBBEi6Ap2KFri, 13 Feb 2026 22:55:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbout 200 Kankakee High School students participated in a walkout just after 12:30 p.m. Friday in protest of national immigration policies and Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions.234false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-murder-suspect-arrested-in-missouri--70052129artl_2QdBki7zzYaFri, 13 Feb 2026 21:10:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn arrest has been made in the 2024 fatal shooting of 29-year-old Elijah J. Robinson, Kankakee police said Friday.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/henry-hines-enjoying-return-as-clifton-central-girls-basketball-coach--70050551artl_2QdBki7z09aFri, 13 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhen Henry Hines left his role of Clifton Central girls basketball coach more than a decade ago, he never thought he'd return to the bench. But that's exactly where he's found himself this season, and he couldn't be happier.234false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-officials-hosting-workshop-for-public-input-on-riverfront-park--70046041artl_XQlJkF86r1aFri, 13 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVillage of Bourbonnais officials will host an interactive workshop Thursday, Feb. 19 for the final round of public input for the development of the Riverfront Park Master Plan.179false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-children-in-critical-condition-following-kankakee-county-crash--70041981artl_DPOm2uZl4bKFri, 13 Feb 2026 16:33:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo children are in critical condition and a Pembroke Township woman arrested following a single-vehicle crash Friday.92false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-brew-coffee-slated-for-bradley--70035208artl_7PABni2lrkQFri, 13 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkYet another new name will be entering the Kankakee County coffee shop market.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ava-johnson-malea-harrison-power-kankakee-past-crete-monee-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70031935artl_zPrG2c0RDqQFri, 13 Feb 2026 04:01:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAva Johnson exploded for 30 points and Malea Harrison set the school's single-game assist record as part of her triple-double to help the Kays to a two-point win over Crete-Monee, and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.167false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tri-point-claims-rvc-tournament-title-with-51-31-win-over-clifton-central--70031611artl_NKZGXcbLNDaFri, 13 Feb 2026 03:37:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTri-Point downed Clifton Central 51-31 in Thursday's River Valley Conference Tournament championship game, picking up its third win of the season over the Comets and wrapping a second straight season without a loss to an RVC opponent.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gear-tabbed-as-visit-kankakee-county-executive-director--70029403artl_2QdBki7jZYaThu, 12 Feb 2026 23:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVisit Kankakee County, the region tourism organization, has named its new executive director.163false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-a-quick-boot-scoot-to-dallas--70029396artl_JKV25sw6rkKThu, 12 Feb 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster recounts a recent trip to Dallas, featuring a visit to a 10-acre hot springs spa.182false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-high-bond-sale-results-in-8m-interest-savings--70014061artl_JKV25swVA1KThu, 12 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais Community High School will be paying about $8 million less than expected in interest on bonds recently sold to fund its $70 million facilities project.323false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cissna-park-repeats-perfect-vvc-season-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--70006347artl_XPvkGHp91zQThu, 12 Feb 2026 05:02:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCissna Park made it back-to-back perfect seasons in Vermilion Valley Conference girls basketball, Peotone's boys scored a senior night win and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.107false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joliet-catholic-controls-bishop-mcnamara-in-regular-season-finale--70007133artl_WKBBEi6bnzKThu, 12 Feb 2026 05:01:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThanks to a smothering defensive effort and a hot shooting start from Abby Dulinsky, Joliet Catholic wrapped up the regular season with a 55-33 win at Bishop McNamara in a potential Class 2A Regional championship preview.280false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/officials-monitor-conditions-as-thick-ice-in-illinois-kankakee-rivers-begins-melting--69999627artl_NKDzNi88k3PThu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFive days after the Will County and Wilmington emergency services said they were monitoring changing ice conditions on the Kankakee Rivers, the weather finally warmed enough for it to begin thawing.98false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indiana-man-charged-with-killing-bar-owner-once-worked-with-her-was-fired-prosecutor--69999407artl_8Kw5rC11EpPWed, 11 Feb 2026 22:53:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Hammond, Indiana, man accused of shooting a rural Momence bar owner execution-style in the head once worked with her at the bar, a prosecutor said.281false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indiana-man-charged-with-killing-bar-owner-once-worked-with-her-was-fired-prosecutor--69995808artl_VaRgzSMMkjPWed, 11 Feb 2026 22:53:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Hammond, Indiana, man accused of shooting a rural Momence bar owner execution-style in the head once worked with her at the bar, a prosecutor said.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indiana-man-charged-with-killing-bar-owner-once-worked-with-her-was-fired-prosecutor--69995807artl_mabyJHGGXMKWed, 11 Feb 2026 22:48:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Hammond, Indiana, man accused of shooting a rural Momence bar owner execution-style in the head once worked with her at the bar, prosecutors said.277false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-new-housing-construction-sputters--69995826artl_xPk5YCWWrmKWed, 11 Feb 2026 22:23:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew house construction starts within Bradley remains slow.181false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-police-investigate-wednesday-morning-crash-on-i-57--69999323artl_WKBBEi6644KWed, 11 Feb 2026 18:52:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIllinois State Police Troop 5 is currently on the scene of a rollover accident in the southbound lanes of Interstate 57 in Kankakee County.50false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-way-offers-help-through-211--69985071artl_wQ0gGSyd2oPWed, 11 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUnited Way Executive Director Mariah Vail gives presentation to Kankakee County Board.216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-man-implores-kankakee-county-board-to-oppose-ice-activity--69999362artl_qap4wU11OMaWed, 11 Feb 2026 16:44:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJim Duggan, a retired educator, spoke against ICE at the County Board meeting and shared the story of what his daughter has experienced living in St. Paul, Minnesota.228false10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-man-implores-kankakee-county-board-to-oppose-ice-activity--69980346artl_2QdBki7E33aWed, 11 Feb 2026 16:44:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJim Duggan, a retired educator, spoke against ICE at the County Board meeting and shared the story of what his daughter has experienced living in St. Paul, Minnesota.228false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-building-your-dream-while-building-the-life-that-sustains-it--69980343artl_ya2V7snNNJaWed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIf you have a big goal, it’s essential to move toward it as quickly as you can, but it may be equally important to build yourself up and prepare for the storms of life because they will come.301false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-police-investigate-wednesday-morning-crash-on-i-57--69980344artl_DPOm2uZAJyKWed, 11 Feb 2026 15:52:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIllinois State Police Troop 5 is currently on the scene of a rollover accident in the southbound lanes of Interstate 57 in Kankakee County.52false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-sweetie-skate-galentine-s-party-at-the-lush-vine-and-more-this-weekend--69977771artl_MK4ylHdpwYaWed, 11 Feb 2026 14:30:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCheck out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend, including Valentine's Day dinners and Galentine's Day parties.40false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-history-month-celebration-planned-at-kankakee-high-school--69975592artl_XPvkGHpgAoQWed, 11 Feb 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee School District 111’s annual Black History Celebration is planned to be a free community event honoring culture, history and student voices.65false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-s-harbor-house-to-begin-4-5m-expansion--69999625artl_1Pn5bCoorjaWed, 11 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe anticipated $4.5-million expansion of Kankakee-based Harbor House is set and will be named after one of its dedicated social workers, Lorena Panozzo.261false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-s-harbor-house-to-begin-4-5m-expansion--69971345artl_NKZGXcbokMaWed, 11 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe anticipated $4.5-million expansion of Kankakee-based Harbor House is set and will be named after one of its dedicated social workers, Lorena Panozzo.261false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-s-rick-schoon-earns-500th-career-victory-with-rvc-tournament-win-over-momence--69967682artl_kPMvwUGYjVQWed, 11 Feb 2026 05:27:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne coach Rick Schoon collected his 500th career coaching victory with a 64-43 win over Momence in the River Valley Conference Tournament semifinals Tuesday.236false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blake-chandler-s-late-free-throw-gives-clifton-central-one-point-rvc-semifinal-win-at-gardner-south-wilmington--69967687artl_9QemEu53YAQWed, 11 Feb 2026 05:10:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBlake Chandler's tie-breaking free throw with three seconds left ahead of a would-be game-winning buzzer-beater from Cooper Biros that swirled in and out allowed Clifton Central to top Gardner-South Wilmington 54-53 in a thrilling River Valley...260false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lincoln-williams-ej-hazelett-reach-milestones-as-kankakee-ends-sac-play-12-0-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69968156artl_damyZHV3qYaWed, 11 Feb 2026 05:07:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLincoln Williams set Kankakee's single-season scoring record, and EJ Hazelett reached 1,000 career points in a win over Thornton, in which the pair scored 21 apiece to lead the Kays to a 12-0 conference season, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.249false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nazareth-blows-out-kankakee-69-19-for-eddie-stritzel-s-500th-coaching-win--69967374artl_9QemEu537GQWed, 11 Feb 2026 04:10:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNazareth head coach Eddie Stritzel reached a major milestone with the Roadrunners' 69-19 win over Kankakee on Tuesday, their 17th in a row and the 500th of Stritzel's career.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-prosecutors-file-charges-against-indiana-man-accused-of-killing-woman--69965368artl_1PXy4HAm8OQTue, 10 Feb 2026 23:15:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County State’s Attorney’s Office has filed five charges against the man accused of killing Courtney M. Drysdale, of Momence, on Feb 2.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-audit-sales-tax-income-continues-to-rise--69999346artl_nP9zWiBBbvQTue, 10 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhen it comes to growth in Bradley, one need look no further than its sales taxes.183false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-audit-sales-tax-income-continues-to-rise--69959609artl_8Kw5rC1B6xPTue, 10 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhen it comes to growth in Bradley, one need look no further than its sales taxes.183false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cissna-park-spoils-watseka-milford-s-senior-night-clinches-at-least-share-of-vvc--69942504artl_1Po8xtv1E4QTue, 10 Feb 2026 05:39:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDespite being shorthanded in the post for Monday's showdown at Watseka/Milford, Cissna Park used hot outside shooting early to open things up inside down the stretch during a battle of Vermilion Valley unbeatens at Watseka/Milford.286false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iroquois-west-gets-6th-straight-win-wilmington-upsets-manteno-in-ice-finale-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69942152artl_NKDzNi8k4pPTue, 10 Feb 2026 05:15:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIroquois West outlasted St. Joseph-Ogden on the road for its sixth straight win, Wilmington upset Manteno in its Illinois Central Eight Conference finale and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.240false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ottawa-holds-on-for-55-44-win-over-upset-minded-bradley-bourbonnais--69942157artl_gaN16tRoZ0KTue, 10 Feb 2026 05:13:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOttawa found itself in an early hole on the road against upset-minded Bradley-Bourbonnais on Monday, but responded to pick up a 55-44 win and avoid a third straight loss.276false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-students-celebrate-100-days-of-school--69913977artl_wQ0gGSyNWXPTue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais students celebrated 100 days of school on Monday, with many students dressing up as 100 year olds and participating in 100-themed activities throughout the day.171false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-arrest-woman-on-weapons-charge--69907706artl_xQ1ykHRN8AQMon, 09 Feb 2026 23:50:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police arrested 34-year-old Amanda Gaytan, of Kankakee, following an alleged incident involving a firearm Friday.121false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-man-found-guilty-of-attempted-murder--69907704artl_1Po8xtvmoXQMon, 09 Feb 2026 23:36:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkArthur Hopewell, of Kankakee, was found guilty of attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm of his now ex-wife last Wednesday in Kankakee County court.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-reed-custer-s-colton-drinkwine--69894756artl_nP9zWiB7BAQMon, 09 Feb 2026 19:54:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Reed-Custer's Colton Drinkwine.152false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-offers-microsoft-copilot-workplace-training-on-april-3--69890090artl_XPvkGHpkRVQMon, 09 Feb 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkParticipants will learn how to use Microsoft Copilot to draft content, analyze information, generate ideas, and automate routine tasks.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-regional-land-bank-authority-offers-rehab-ready-homes-for-sale--69887741artl_DKJpZtqW06PMon, 09 Feb 2026 14:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLand Bank Authority sells abandoned homes ready for rehabilitation84false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rev-copeland-kankakee-civil-rights-leader-honored--69886447artl_gaN16tRDG7KMon, 09 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe late Rev. William Copeland Jr., a Kankakee pastor and civil rights leader, was honored Saturday with the opening of his exhibit at the Kankakee County Museum.321false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-bowling-tournament-opens-registration-for-usbc-members-at-brookmont-bowling-center--69878645artl_BaYyLHZDLvaSun, 08 Feb 2026 20:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Bowling Association is hosting its 88th Annual City Bowling Tournament Feb. 21 through March 8, at Brookmont Bowling Center in Bradley, located at 200 W. Brookmont Blvd, Kankakee.109false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-willie-preston-u-s-representative-2nd-district--69874488artl_JagLNU46dXPSun, 08 Feb 2026 14:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWillie Preston on a top priority for the Second District: Appropriate money for a new Level II trauma center within the starved 2nd District689false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-ties-as-runner-up-at-state-cheer-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69870412artl_zK3G5ckweYKSun, 08 Feb 2026 04:33:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais tied for second in the co-ed division at the IHSA Competitive Cheer State Finals, Clifton Central/Iroquois West's Payton Temple won the 170-pound title at the Normal Community West Regional and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.211false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/another-defendant-added-to-gotion-lawsuit--69867623artl_xQ1ykHR9mpQSun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fourth defendant has been added to a civil lawsuit brought against the building of the Gotion factory in Manteno.183false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-what-can-we-do-now--69863557artl_9QemEu5xpkQSat, 07 Feb 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek asks a very simply question: Can the American way of life be saved?319false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-feb-7-2026--69862458artl_2QdBki7g9zaSat, 07 Feb 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.107false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-community-mourns-loss-of-teacher-wrestling-coach-nick-dziuban--69861729artl_ya2V7snZqnaSat, 07 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNick Dziuban, the wrestling coach and building trades teacher at Wilmington High School, died Monday after a six-year cancer battle. At the same school he was once a three-sport star, Dziuban leaves behind an inspiring legacy and countless friendships.359false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bri-dyer-riegle-lybrty-terrell-camille-czako-make-girls-bowling-sectionals-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69856076artl_gaN16tRy1pKSat, 07 Feb 2026 04:55:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAll three All-City schools are sending a girls bowler to the sectional round, Momence won in the first round of the River Valley Conference Boys Basketball Tournament and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.200false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-stays-perfect-in-southland-play-after-holding-off-rich-township--69856074artl_BaYyLHZLmmaSat, 07 Feb 2026 04:46:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFour Kankakee players scored in double figures, led by a 21-point, 11-rebound double-double from Lincoln Williams as the Southland champion Kays stayed perfect in the conference with Friday's 60-53 win over Rich Township.308false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-ramps-up-in-2nd-half-downs-aurora-christian-70-54--69856079artl_NKDzNi8O86PSat, 07 Feb 2026 04:20:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara ramped things up both offensively and defensively in the second half of Friday's 70-54 win over Chicagoland Christian Conference opponent Aurora Christian.256false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/longtime-area-coach-alex-renchen-tabbed-as-next-bishop-mcnamara-boys-basketball-coach--69850113artl_JK62LsYqXDKFri, 06 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCurrent Bishop McNamara boys basketball assistant Alex Renchen, the former head coach at Kankakee and Bradley-Bourbonnais, will be the first varsity head coach at all three All-City schools when he replaces the retiring Adrian Provost as the Fightin'...252false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-heinz-property-sold--69894758artl_BaYyLHZgjkaFri, 06 Feb 2026 18:36:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe former Heinz Pet Food production site in north Kankakee has been purchased by a Milwaukee real estate firm.288false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/back-to-square-one-manteno-holds-off-on-new-turf-at-square-on-second--69848847artl_kPMvwUGd2AQFri, 06 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno Board voted against paying for installation of turf on the Square on Second227false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-trustees-approve-4-year-contract-with-police-patrol-officers--69847350artl_1PXy4HA4qwQFri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais trustees approved a four-year contract with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 64 Patrol Unit.72false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-shots-fired-incident-leads-to-arrest-of-bourbonnais-man--69846325artl_zK3G5ckzV5KFri, 06 Feb 2026 15:09:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKashus D. Vanderbilt, of Bourbonnais, was arrested by Kankakee police Jan. 31 following a shots fired incident in the 200 block of North Evergreen Avenue.206false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indian-cuisine-restaurant-coming-to-bradley--69843532artl_wQ0gGSye7xPFri, 06 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Indian cuisine restaurant is set for Kankakee County.205false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-dominates-yorkville-christian-in-dual-team-sectional-to-earn-4th-straight-trip-to-state--69839568artl_XPvkGHpnXzQFri, 06 Feb 2026 05:59:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City punched its ticket to the dual team state finals for the fourth year in a row with Thursday's 56-14 win over Yorkville Christian in the IHSA Class 1A Coal City Dual Team Sectional.278false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-s-taylor-panozzo-notches-triple-double-area-duo-hit-1-000-points-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69836729artl_JK62LsYMqgKFri, 06 Feb 2026 03:40:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park's Taylor Panozzo recorded a unique triple double in a win over Gardner-South Wilmington, Watseka/Milford's Christa Holohan and Reed-Custer's Alyssa Wollenzein each hit 1,000 career points and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.213false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-heinz-property-sold--69830038artl_AKz7lTb5rraFri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe former Heinz Pet Food production site in north Kankakee has been purchased by a Milwaukee real estate firm.301false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-charged-with-rural-momence-bar-owner-s-murder-won-t-fight-extradition--69814823artl_6PGkeH4YELPThu, 05 Feb 2026 18:09:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJulius E. Burkes Jr., the man accused of killing Courtney M. Drysdale earlier this week, on Wednesday waived extradition from Indiana.184false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-long-last-kankakee-nears-conference-center-ownership--69815814artl_6PEgDSjgZpKThu, 05 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a few years of near starts, it appears both the developments for the QuikTrip fuel station and the Kankakee conference center are about to begin.177false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-deputies-arrest-three-juveniles-after-firearms-found-in-vehicle--69814826artl_JK62LsYwbdKThu, 05 Feb 2026 17:57:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree juvenile males were arrested by Kankakee County Sheriff’s deputies Thursday after three firearms were located in a car during a traffic stop.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-thank-you-ms-o-hara--69813996artl_2QdBki747LaThu, 05 Feb 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster reflects on the comedic genius of Catherine O'Hara, who passed away recently at the age of 71.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-resident-asks-trustees-for-ordinance-restricting-immigration-enforcement-at-village-owned-sites--69811169artl_BaYyLHZWk3aThu, 05 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThis ordinance would clarify that village-owned property should not be used for civil immigration enforcement activities.286false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addison-lucht-reaches-2-000-career-points-in-cissna-park-s-no-doubter-over-clifton-central--69808610artl_6a84OUydMZaThu, 05 Feb 2026 06:26:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo games after setting the program's career scoring record, Cissna Park's Addison Lucht became the first player in school history to reach 2,000 career points during her 28-point effort in Wednesday's 65-26 win over Clifton Central.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-boys-snap-losing-streak-kankakee-girls-get-20th-win-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69804759artl_xPk5YCWV6dKThu, 05 Feb 2026 04:31:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bradley-Bourbonnais boys basketball team snapped an 11-game losing streak with its first conference win, the Kankakee girls blew out Thornwood to secure a 20-win season and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.187false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-retains-all-area-title-as-senior-bri-dyer-riegle-takes-1st--69803647artl_qap4wU1oZAaThu, 05 Feb 2026 03:42:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLed by senior Bri Dyer-Riegle and her score of 584, Bradley-Bourbonnais cleared Kankakee, Peotone and Bishop McNamara to retain the All-Area girls bowling title Wednesday at the Brookmont Bowling Center.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/village-of-bourbonnais-celebrates-scout-week-with-government-tour--69797067artl_AKz7lTbn11aThu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFive members of Cub Scout Pack 324 and Boy Scout Troop 324 toured Village Hall, the Police Department, Public Works, and the Fire Protection District.116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-denies-liquor-gaming-license-for-proposed-wine-bar--69790400artl_BaYyLHZpoVaWed, 04 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAt Monday’s Manteno Village Board meeting trustees voted 3-2 to deny the request for a liquor license that also included a gaming provision.248false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-trust-but-with-eyes-open--69788203artl_DKJpZtqVW2PWed, 04 Feb 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore explains there are different type of praise and trust, but while some are genuine, others come with strings attached.293false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-things-to-do-in-kankakee-county-zonta-party-gras-undiscovered-worlds-at-strickler-planetarium--69787082artl_ya2V7snkeEaWed, 04 Feb 2026 14:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkZonta Party Gras will be held Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Kankakee Knights of Columbus Hall.39false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-secures-3-year-powerboat-racing-championship--69784299artl_1Po8xtv2XVQWed, 04 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee River will be the site for national championship racing for the coming years.204false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-holds-late-lead-before-falling-to-sandburg--69780323artl_7Q5y4HbOzyQWed, 04 Feb 2026 05:21:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais held a late lead and saw three different players score 11 points on Tuesday, but its losing streak reached 11 games in a late loss to Sandburg.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-clinches-southland-athletic-conference-title-with-15th-straight-win-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69780889artl_7PABni24egQWed, 04 Feb 2026 04:59:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee clinched the Southland Athletic Conference title outright with a 20-point road win over Crete-Monee, its 15th win in a row, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.344false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/authorities-arrest-kankakee-county-homicide-suspect-in-indiana--69775995artl_1Po8xtvEmbQTue, 03 Feb 2026 23:53:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAccording to Kankakee County Sheriff’s police, 47-year-old Julius E. Burkes Jr. was apprehended in the 6400 block of Rhode Island Avenue, in Hammond, Indiana, as he was exiting his residence.132false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bar-owner-shot-execution-style-during-robbery-kankakee-county-sheriff--69768659artl_zPrG2c0JJkQTue, 03 Feb 2026 19:45:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe owner of The Line bar in Momence was shot "execution style" during a robbery Monday at the business located on the Illinois/Indiana state line.173false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/police-looking-for-person-of-interest-in-monday-s-homicide--69764656artl_mabyJHGzgpKTue, 03 Feb 2026 16:08:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOn Tuesday, Kankakee County Sheriff’s Police released photos of a person of interest in the homicide of 30-year-old Courtney M. Drysdale.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-shocks-first-place-manteno-in-45-42-ice-thriller--69754914artl_AKz7lTbpYXaTue, 03 Feb 2026 04:09:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA month and a half after taking a 34-point home loss to Manteno, Reed-Custer returned the favor Monday with a 45-42 upset of the Panthers, handing Manteno its first Illinois Central Eight Conference loss of the season.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trinitee-thompson-s-28-points-spark-bishop-mcnamara-on-the-road-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69754919artl_6PGkeH4XL4PTue, 03 Feb 2026 04:08:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara's Trinitee Thompson helped the Irish to a win at Marian Central, Ava Johnson and Malea Harrison powered Kankakee over Morgan Park and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.229false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-sheriff-s-police-investigate-homicide-near-state-line--69752136artl_NKDzNi842YPTue, 03 Feb 2026 02:51:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County sheriff’s police and the Kankakee County Coroner’s office are investigating a homicide that occurred at a bar at the Illinois/Indiana state line.99false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/growing-concerns-regarding-aqua-plant-growth--69750788artl_MK4ylHdxLqaTue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRecent expansion plans at Kankakee's Aqua Illinois plant have raised concerns among residential neighbors.327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-kankakee-s-jacob-vinardi--69748939artl_zPrG2c0d9qQMon, 02 Feb 2026 20:35:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the Daily Journal's Athlete of the Week, Kankakee boys wrestler Jacob Vinardi.205false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/former-clifton-central-teacher-sentenced-to-25-years-in-prison-for-child-sexual-abuse-materials--69745591artl_BaYyLHZq9waMon, 02 Feb 2026 18:19:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA former Clifton Central High School agriculture teacher has been sentenced to 25 years in prison109false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-dominates-home-regional-kankakee-sends-6-wrestlers-to-sectionals-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69714827artl_ya2V7sNMryaSun, 01 Feb 2026 04:03:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City had 11 wrestlers place first and all 14 advance to sectionals in a dominant Class 1A Coal City Regional performance, Kankakee advanced six wrestlers out of the 2A Oak Forest Regional and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.359false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lincoln-way-west-wins-regional-title-sends-10-wrestlers-to-sectionals--69713685artl_7Q5y4HyqO0QSun, 01 Feb 2026 00:28:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLincoln-Way West won the IHSA Class 3A Rich Township Regional title on Saturday and advanced 10 wrestlers to sectionals, while Lincoln-Way Central also advanced 10, Lincoln-Way East advanced seven, and Bradley-Bourbonnais advanced four.284false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-female-sports-citizen-of-the-year-kathy-colclasure--69709783artl_kPMvwUM9ReQSat, 31 Jan 2026 16:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhen Kathy Colclasure graduated from Bradley-Bourbonnais in 1983, she never would have imagined returning to her alma mater. But since returning to coach in 1990, Colclasure, still the girls golf coach, has coached a combined 66 seasons of badminton,...311false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-jan-31-2026--69708899artl_8Kw5rCjAppPSat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-downs-coal-city-for-7th-straight-win-milford-earns-ot-vvc-victory-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69702655artl_7Q5y4HyYvjQSat, 31 Jan 2026 04:42:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer beat Illinois Central Eight Conference opponent Coal City for its seventh straight win, Milford downed Schlarman in an overtime Vermilion Valley Conference thriller, and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-community-comes-together-for-rvsra-basketball-finales--69701997artl_AKz7lTX19yaSat, 31 Jan 2026 04:16:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Bishop McNamara community came together on Friday to host the River Valley Special Rec's basketball teams, the Raccoons and the Rebels, as they had their 2025-26 seasons come to an end.249false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lincoln-williams-28-points-lead-kankakee-past-thornwood--69702011artl_NKDzNiqJMDPSat, 31 Jan 2026 04:06:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn their first home game in three weeks, Kankakee got off to a slow start against Thornwood before picking things up down the stretch for an 11-point win, powered by a 28-point night from Lincoln Williams.233false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/called-to-kankakee-exhibit-opens-feb-7--69698626artl_XQlJkFL7EEaSat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Life and Legacy of the Rev. William H. Copeland Jr. exhibit will open Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Kankakee County Museum.270false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-coroner-amazon-driver-who-crashed-near-bbchs-died-thursday--69696094artl_NKZGXco1ROaFri, 30 Jan 2026 21:58:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Amazon driver who crashed his delivery vehicle near BBCHS has died, the Kankakee County Coroner office reported.78false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-man-convicted-in-may-road-rage-incident--69690909artl_1Kxw7fL5ExQFri, 30 Jan 2026 17:36:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County State’s Attorney Jim Rowe announced that Robert Reardanz, Jr., 41, of Kankakee, was found guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in relation to a May 2025 road rage incident.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-can-unbreakable-codes-by-broken--69689074artl_nP9zWigAxyQFri, 30 Jan 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek wonders at what cost will someone pay for the code-breaking solution?329false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-always-been-about-community-and-giving-back--69684894artl_9aLpxtAdonaFri, 30 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhether it was leading a Scout troop, helping with the annual Chocolate Tour or persuading state and federal officials to add an interchange on Interstate 57, Paul Schore did it for the community.485false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-local-girls-basketball-players-notch-double-doubles-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69679510artl_ya2V7sNNB8aFri, 30 Jan 2026 04:51:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee's Malea Harrison, Manteno's Maddie Gesky and Grant Park's Taylor Panozzo and Abi Roberts all had double-doubles, plus more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.202false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilmington-holds-on-to-win-conference-thriller-52-50-over-herscher--69679587artl_XQlJkFLLGqaFri, 30 Jan 2026 04:38:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington came out on top of a back-and-forth Illinois Central Eight Conference battle with Herscher at home on Thursday, beating the Tigers 52-50.264false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schools-take-different-approaches-to-e-learning-snow-days--69675668artl_JKV25sDDW2KFri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal school districts have different takes when it comes to e-learning versus a traditional snow day.296false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/delivery-driver-taken-to-hospital-following-crash-by-bbchs--69674289artl_wQ0gGSdoGkPThu, 29 Jan 2026 21:48:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley police investigated a single-vehicle crash that occurred Thursday afternoon on West North Street near Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School.53false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-nears-second-phase-of-environmental-survey--69670718artl_wQ0gGSdo8xPThu, 29 Jan 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe second, and more intense, environmental study of a nearly 12-acre parcel in Bradley is nearing its start.153false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-watching-my-peers-grow--69667949artl_xQ1ykH0d7EQThu, 29 Jan 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster reflects on memories of her peers from her past while celebrating their accomplishments as they have all grown together.148false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gardner-south-wilmington-boys-basketball-outlasts-herscher-in-double-ot-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69659638artl_kPMvwUM3DlQThu, 29 Jan 2026 04:46:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCameron Gray's 19 points led Gardner-South Wilmington in a double overtime thriller over Herscher, Reed-Custer's Eddie Bryan and Cissna Park's Addison Lucht each broke the 20-point mark and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ethan-mcneil-alex-chenoweth-lift-peotone-past-beecher--69659709artl_BaYyLHb1voaThu, 29 Jan 2026 04:29:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter trailing by double digits early in the third quarter, Alex Chenoweth helped spark a dominant third-quarter run before Ethan McNeil took over in the fourth quarter to give Peotone a 64-52 win over Beecher Wednesday.240false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-you-can-t-make-a-good-deal-with-the-wrong-person--69648475artl_XPvkGHgk5VQWed, 28 Jan 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore weighs the question: Is it better to miss an opportunity rather than joining with the wrong person?296false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-secret-food-pantry-hosts-mobile-drive-through-in-bourbonnais-jan-29--69648476artl_9aLpxtANwwaWed, 28 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAnyone in need can come for food. There are no residential or financial restrictions.84false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volunteers-help-preserve-nature-on-langham-island--69644156artl_xQ1ykH0XWEQWed, 28 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA dedicated group of volunteers have kept Langham Island alive and vibrant for more than a decade. It's resulted in the resurgence of rare plants to the unique island on the Kankakee River.331false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/morris-stuns-kankakee-56-48-for-2nd-straight-upset-win-on-the-road--69638872artl_xQ1ykH0MmpQWed, 28 Jan 2026 05:17:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDespite trailing by 16 points in the second quarter, Morris came back for a 56-48 win over Kankakee on Tuesday, its second straight road victory over a team with more than twice as many wins.285false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-clinches-9-0-rvc-season-kankakee-moves-to-8-0-in-conference-play-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69638873artl_2QdBkiEZdoaWed, 28 Jan 2026 05:16:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne beat Tri-Point 66-30 to clinch an unbeaten River Valley Conference season, Kankakee beat Bloom 67-47 to improve to 8-0 in Southland Athletic Conference play and more in Tuesdays' Daily Journal roundup.266false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-pulls-away-late-at-herscher-to-end-illinois-central-eight-skid--69637612artl_DPOm2uAblDKWed, 28 Jan 2026 04:55:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThanks to a game-high 16 points from AJ Kenney and a pair of Carter Nicholson buckets that capped a 12-0 third-quarter run, Coal City scored its first Illinois Central Eight Conference win of the season at Herscher on Tuesday.225false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lovell-takes-oath-as-bradley-village-clerk--69633707artl_9aLpxtAey0aWed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe new Bradley village clerk took the oath of office on Monday.126false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-police-investigate-crash-on-i-57-in-kankakee-county--69630285artl_9aLpxtAGeWaTue, 27 Jan 2026 20:29:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIllinois State Police Troop 5 is currently on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 57 northbound at the 309 mile marker.50false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joyce-a-new-year-focused-on-opportunity-community-and-hope--69627968artl_6PGkeHpDnoPTue, 27 Jan 2026 18:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News Network40th District Sen. Patrick Joyce, D-Essex, discusses the opportunities that a new year brings.251false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/will-county-sheriff-s-deputies-arrest-man-woman-for-attempting-to-break-into-balmoral-park--69624418artl_NKDzNiqD7XPTue, 27 Jan 2026 16:49:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the second time this month, Will County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man and woman from Bourbonnais in regards to the closed Balmoral Park horseracing facility.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-schools-seeks-professionals-for-career-exploration-fair-feb-13--69622547artl_1Pn5bCRJRoaTue, 27 Jan 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park Schools is hosting a Career Exploration Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13, at Grant Park High School at 421 Esson Farm Rd., and is seeking professionals to speak with students about their careers.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-scores-season-high-67-points-in-dominant-ccc-win--69614514artl_NKDzNiqxGMPTue, 27 Jan 2026 04:36:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBishop McNamara's active defense helped fuel a dominant 67-27 conference win over Chicago Christian on Monday in which the Fightin' Irish also set a new season high in points scored.278false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watseka-milford-girls-basketball-reaches-20-win-mark-g-sw-tops-newark-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69612860artl_6PGkeHp07bPTue, 27 Jan 2026 04:03:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWatseka/Milford girls basketball reached the 20-win mark and stayed undefeated in the Vermilion Valley, Gardner-South Wilmington earned its second win in its last three games and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/missing-since-1873-rare-clover-found-on-kankakee-river-s-langham-island--69667955artl_JK62LsXmoxKMon, 26 Jan 2026 19:46:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEndangered leafy prairie clover was found for first the time since 1873 by volunteer conservationist Karen Horn on Langham Island, located near the Kankakee River State Park. The island is also the only known home to the Kankakee mallow flower.411false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-bradley-bourbonnais-aubrianna-rapier--69599032artl_WKBBEieMekKMon, 26 Jan 2026 19:11:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the Daily Journal's Athlete of the Week, Bradley-Bourbonnais girls wrestler Aubrianna Rapier.160false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-appoints-village-chaplain--69596985artl_NKDzNiqeyLPMon, 26 Jan 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno Board unanimously approved a new village chaplain.157false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-schools-announce-closures-e-learning-days-for-monday--69585573artl_AKz7lTXoxvaSun, 25 Jan 2026 23:34:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe combination of severe cold, blowing snow and slick roads has caused schools around Kankakee County to either close or use e-learning days on Monday.73false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homeless-task-force-seeks-emergency-shelter-option-in-kankakee-county--69583206artl_MK4ylHpBX1aSun, 25 Jan 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee County Homeless Task Force is pushing for emergency options for warming those without shelter as brutal cold hits Kankakee County.278false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-person-dead-following-iroquois-county-crash--69582709artl_eQjyeH6MnePSun, 25 Jan 2026 16:45:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Piper City man died in a single-vehicle crash in rural Gilman Saturday.58false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-displaces-tenants-of-kankakee-apartment-building--69582707artl_wQWylH8k8VaSun, 25 Jan 2026 16:19:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn electrical fire Saturday afternoon on Kankakee’s northside left several tenants of an apartment building displaced.71false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-dance-makes-state-mcnamara-s-tristin-golden-wins-ccc-wrestling-title-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69576639artl_NKDzNiqjXePSun, 25 Jan 2026 01:24:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Boilermaker dance team is headed to state, Bishop McNamara's Tristin Golden is a conference champion on the mats and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.183false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fostering-kindness-with-georgie-s-closet--69576385artl_VaRgzSDBqxPSun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor their continued dedication to helping foster children and families, The Daily Journal recognizes the women behind Georgie’s Closet as our 2025 Female Citizens of the Year.479false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/luke-jake-munsterman-among-12-coal-city-wrestlers-to-win-ice-titles--69576028artl_DKJpZtEbwDPSat, 24 Jan 2026 23:41:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBrothers Luke and Jake Munsterman were two of 12 Coal City wrestlers to win individual titles at the Illinois Central Eight Conference tournament on Saturday, where the Coalers ran away with a team title with 276.5 points.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-front-gop-governor-hopefuls-pledge-unity--69574836artl_GK70XTOmZbaSat, 24 Jan 2026 21:01:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile three Illinois GOP candidates varied on how to reclaim the state capital, they agreed the Republican Party must unite after the March 17 primary.366false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/soapy-mess-takes-over-kennedy-drive-in-kankakee--69573735artl_1Po8xtZemmQSat, 24 Jan 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn industrial processing issues resulted last week in an explosion of soap bubbled along and onto Kennedy Drive in Kankakee.181false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-the-true-reason-for-professional-football--69572955artl_xQ1ykH01pxQSat, 24 Jan 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek writes that while the Chicago Bears ultimately came up short last week, the football game gave proof for the reasons we watch - and enjoy.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-outside-mchenry-a-total-loss-in-early-saturday-fire-as-crews-battle-both-blaze-blistering-cold--69582401artl_NKZGXc3og9aSat, 24 Jan 2026 15:51:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFirefighters battled a blaze in windchills reaching 30 degrees below zero early Saturday morning at a home near McHenry.108false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-male-sports-citizen-of-the-year-2025-jeff-reents--69572471artl_zPrG2cyeeOQSat, 24 Jan 2026 15:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWilmington head coach Jeff Reents has spent the last three decades building the Wildcats into one of the state's premier football programs, and after winning his fourth state title in 2025, he is the Daily Journal Male Sports Citizen of the Year.321false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vietnam-veterans-dorothy-bendix-and-william-terrill-honored-with-nsdar-distinguished-citizen-medal--69572097artl_8Kw5rCjeDxPSat, 24 Jan 2026 14:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVietnam veterans Dorothy Bendix and William Terrill received the NSDAR Distinguished Citizen Medal for their service and volunteer work in the community.55false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-adds-to-police-force-now-at-full-staffing--69571185artl_VaRgzSDeDrPSat, 24 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Police Department is now at its full complement of officers following its latest staff additions.96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-downs-herscher-in-ice-play-gardner-south-wilmington-grabs-rvc-win-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69568727artl_DKJpZtEk5RPSat, 24 Jan 2026 04:24:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer downed Illinois Central Eight Conference opponent Herscher for its fourth straight win, Gardner-South Wilmington improved to 8-1 in River Valley Conference play and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.105false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bank-lists-former-jaffe-drugs-building-for-sale--69566200artl_DPOm2uAExXKSat, 24 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter extensive discussion in executive session, the Land Bank decided to list the property at 217 E. Court St. at $99,900.218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-judge-denies-defense-for-extra-room-for-public-seating-in-harris-trial--69565374artl_qap4wUbokYaFri, 23 Jan 2026 22:13:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA request for extra room for any overflow crowd in the Xandria Harris trial next month was denied Friday.127false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-judge-rules-no-tv-cameras-will-be-allowed-in-courtroom-during-harris-trial--69565375artl_wQ0gGSdl0XPFri, 23 Jan 2026 21:59:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Circuit Judge Kathy Bradshaw-Elliott ruled TV cameras will not be allowed to broadcast live in the courtroom during the trial for Xandria Harris.230false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-eagle-scout-making-splash-in-pageant-world--69574525artl_MK4ylHpkXEaFri, 23 Jan 2026 19:58:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlexis McCullough, 17, the former Miss Kankakee’s Teen 2025, was recently crowned Miss Chicago’s Teen 2026.127false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-adds-police-officer--69563995artl_eQjyeH67ndPFri, 23 Jan 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais Police Chief Dave Morefield swore in the department’s 28th officer during Monday’s village board meeting.60false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-art-league-awards-art-scholarship-to-olivet-nazarene-senior--69560240artl_7Q5y4HyZkLQFri, 23 Jan 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Art League awarded an art award scholarship to Olivet Nazarene senior Ainsley Sasportas.60false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-eagle-scout-making-splash-in-pageant-world--69558929artl_mabyJHDL8wKFri, 23 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlexis McCullough, 17, the former Miss Kankakee’s Teen 2025, was recently crowned Miss Chicago’s Teen 2026.130false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-boys-hoops-tops-grant-park-coal-city-wrestling-blanks-reed-custer-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69555102artl_NKZGXcoly1aFri, 23 Jan 2026 04:25:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne made it eight straight wins in boys basketball, Coal City wrestling stayed perfect on the season and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.238false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-boys-hoops-tops-grant-park-coal-city-wrestling-blanks-reed-custer-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69555098artl_mabyJHDoyMKFri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne made it eight straight wins in boys basketball, Coal City wrestling stayed perfect on the season and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.238false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-rejects-request-for-gotion-to-file-form-on-foreign-investment--69553626artl_wQWylH8AEzaFri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno Board voted 3-2 against asking Gotion to file a CFIUS form.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-schools-announce-closures-e-learning-days-for-friday--69552266artl_eQjyeH6yYbPThu, 22 Jan 2026 22:23:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkExtreme cold entering the area on Friday has caused area schools to announce closures and e-learning days.76false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/salazar-promoted-to-kankakee-deputy-fire-chief--69550640artl_6PEgDSNr6NKThu, 22 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee Fire Department Capt. Christopher Salazar has been promoted to the position of deputy chief.176false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-making-memories-with-our-nieces--69548631artl_DKJpZtE25dPThu, 22 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster talks about spending time with her nieces by gifting experiences rather than tangible items.158false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/raef-longtime-bourbonnais-school-board-member-dies-at-69--69545925artl_qap4wUbd26aThu, 22 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRaef, president and longtime member of the Bourbonnais Elementary School Board, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, at Riverside Medical Center. She was 69.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-outlasts-watseka-milford-in-battle-between-elite-class-2a-teams--69541932artl_maqp6tpdM9KThu, 22 Jan 2026 04:52:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno clinched its second straight 20-win season with a 57-52 road win over Watseka/Milford on Wednesday in a battle between two of the top Class 2A teams in the state.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-wrestling-wins-at-crete-monee-cissna-park-girls-hoops-stays-hot-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69541513artl_BaYyLHbqRRaThu, 22 Jan 2026 03:47:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kays earned a one-point win on the mats, Cissna Park stayed perfect in Vermilion Valley Conference girls basketball action and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.148false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-police-arrest-driver-following-crash-at-lil-s-park--69538473artl_JKV25s3jJ1KWed, 21 Jan 2026 20:20:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee man was charged with driving under the influence following a crash in Lil’s Park on Saturday.144false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indoor-kankakee-winter-farmers-market-opens-saturday--69536810artl_qap4wU0Bn4aWed, 21 Jan 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEscape the cold and stock up on farmers’ market goods at the inaugural Kankakee Farmers’ Market winter market on Saturday, Jan. 24 from 8 a.m. to noon inside The Majestic in downtown Kankakee.93false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-why-acting-with-certainty-can-overcome-circumstances--69534760artl_JK62LsJzRlKWed, 21 Jan 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore writes that the huge steps taken by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. certainly should take away our own excuses to change our reality.296false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-rose-of-lima-chapel-presents-nuns-acting-out-interactive-comedy-feb-21--69534761artl_8Kw5rC4LVxPWed, 21 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Rose of Lima Chapel will present "Nuns Acting Out," an interactive comedic musical, Saturday, Feb. 21, at 7 p.m.72false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-community-celebrates-luis-maldonado-s-return-to-the-court--69532890artl_WKBBEi8m2pKWed, 21 Jan 2026 14:00:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLuis Maldonado's full-time return to the basketball court as he nears and end of cancer treatments has given the Grant Park community reason to celebrate one of their own.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-idea-man--69531388artl_nP9zWiXD4zQWed, 21 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFrom a garbage company owner to founder of the Village of Sammons Point to Bradley mayor, Mike Watson has never shied away from an idea nor a challenge, no matter how wild some may think it is.509false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-holds-off-reed-custer-despite-alyssa-wollenzein-s-30-points--69527877artl_XPvkGH7j2bQWed, 21 Jan 2026 05:11:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlyssa Wollenzein exploded for 30 points, including an 11-0 run of her own to put Reed-Custer on top through three quarters, but host Beecher did just enough to top the Comets by a two-point margin on Tuesday.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-relies-on-balanced-scoring-attack-in-conference-win-over-thornridge-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69527864artl_VaRgzSxrGbPWed, 21 Jan 2026 04:37:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee had four players score between 14 and 20 points in a conference win over Thornridge, its 11th in a row overall, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.303false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/backs-of-the-enslaved-built-nation-king-day-speaker--69526173artl_wQ0gGSorADPWed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRacism, the keynote speaker for the annual King Day program stated on Monday, was part of the very structure which helped fuel the U.S. economic might.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-day-focus-at-onu-prayer-and-unity--69524429artl_nP9zWiXGo9QTue, 20 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile prayer and unity were highlights of the annual King Day program at ONU, assistance to students also took the stage.176false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-gop-governor-candidate-to-visit-bradley--69522608artl_wQWylH3xLXaTue, 20 Jan 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree Illinois governor candidates have committed to appear at a Saturday morning, January 24, breakfast forum at the Quality Inn in Bradley.143false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-east-riverwalk-hits-20-completion-mark--69518442artl_xPk5YC3wxdKTue, 20 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee East Riverwalk project is moving forward and the goal remains for a mid- to late-summer completion, officials said.178false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-girls-wrestling-wins-rantoul-invite-mcnamara-girls-hoops-wins-blowout-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69515015artl_mabyJHgAWAKTue, 20 Jan 2026 04:43:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais saw four girls wrestlers win individual titles on the way to a Rantoul Invite championship, Bishop McNamara's girls basketball team trounced Aurora Christian and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.143false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cissna-park-defense-shines-in-48-38-again-road-win-over-manteno--69515008artl_zPrG2cGkdMQTue, 20 Jan 2026 04:25:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCissna Park forced 22 turnovers on its way to a 48-38 road win over Manteno on Monday, making a statement in a battle between a pair of ranked teams.253false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-bradley-bourbonnais-eli-swafford--69511922artl_1Po8xt36ZRQMon, 19 Jan 2026 21:47:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week, Bradley-Bourbonnais junior swimmer Eli Swafford.181false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-gains-990k-oslad-grant-for-west-riverwalk--69496180artl_6PEgDS44n4KSun, 18 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile the Kankakee East Riverwalk remains months away from completion, the city gained a $990,000 state OSLAD grant for the West Riverwalk.233false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/teams-tune-up-for-wrestling-postseason-at-reed-custer-comet-classic--69493433artl_9aLpxt3MMxaSun, 18 Jan 2026 04:01:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer hosted the Comet Classic Invite on Friday and Saturday, where 28 teams from across the state got a vital tuneup for the upcoming postseason.269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-s-coen-demack-kankakee-s-lincoln-williams-dazzle-in-wins-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69493436artl_gaN16tzXLyKSun, 18 Jan 2026 03:36:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoen Demack went for 30 points to lead Bishop McNamara to victory, Kankakee's Lincoln Williams had 27 points in a Kays win and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.172false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/now-accepting-nominations--69492297artl_maqp6tvMYpKSun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Daily Journal will honor members of the community with 11 professional awards.41false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/martin-luther-king-jr-memorial-foundation-events-set-for-sunday-monday--69489987artl_maqp6tvxwrKSat, 17 Jan 2026 18:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWeekend events by the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Foundation are set to observe, reflect and celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.93false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-what-might-scare-you-most-about-2026--69488560artl_nP9zWiXqrMQSat, 17 Jan 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek write that despite the appearance of doom and gloom wherever one turns, all it not lost.289false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-jan-17-2026--69487136artl_NKDzNi1kwDPSat, 17 Jan 2026 14:00:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.77false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/community-responds-to-ice--69485500artl_JagLNU38rRPSat, 17 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA new Bourbonnais resident is seeking to have a law placed on the village books restricting where federal agents - such as ICE officers - can make arrests.492false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-kays-carson-meister-r-c-s-mason-vasil-advance-at-bowling-regionals-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69480403artl_6PEgDS4q1RKSat, 17 Jan 2026 05:12:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais' boys bowling team advanced through the IHSA LaSalle-Peru Regional, as did Kankakee's Carson Meister and Reed-Custer's Mason Vasil. That and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.220false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/braden-campbell-s-24-points-dylan-polito-s-late-threes-help-visiting-manteno-take-down-ice-leader-wilmington--69479799artl_JKV25s3qVqKSat, 17 Jan 2026 04:48:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPowered by 24 points from Braden Campbell and some clutch second-half 3-pointers from Dylan Polito, Manteno went to Wilmington and knocked off the Illinois Central Eight co-leaders on Friday.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/momence-downs-grant-park-50-31-for-third-win-in-last-four-games--69479801artl_qap4wU0W1BaSat, 17 Jan 2026 04:36:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMomence led by as many as 35 points in the third quarter of an eventual 50-31 road win over Grant Park in River Valley Conference play Friday night, its third win in the last four games.277false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-state-s-attorney-files-charges-against-2-more-people-in-bradley-bar-incident--69476543artl_GK70XTJE4WaFri, 16 Jan 2026 23:33:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCharges have been filed against two more people involved in the Christmas Eve incident at Mac and Frankie’s in Bradley.117false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/video-shows-what-occurred-christmas-eve-during-incident-at-bradley-bar--69476624artl_gaN16tzD2kKFri, 16 Jan 2026 23:28:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe scene from inside Mac and Frankie’s in Bradley last month shows a calm evening turn into chaos as people appear to forcibly push a Black woman from the bar.168false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-guide-to-the-march-2026-primary-in-kankakee-county--69486391artl_gaN16tzxZNKFri, 16 Jan 2026 22:44:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarch 17 marks the 2026 primary, where Kankakee County voters can pull a Democratic or Republican ballot to pick who appears on the ballot come November. All voters, partisan or not, can weigh in on referendum questions.465false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-bishop-mcnamara-come-together-for-safe-harbor-night-to-benefit-harbor-house--69474560artl_XPvkGH7XggQFri, 16 Jan 2026 22:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the second year in a row, the Manteno and Bishop McNamara boys basketball teams used their renewed rivalry to benefit the community. On Tuesday, the Panthers hosted Safe Harbor night to benefit313false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/design-work-begins-on-courthouse--69471898artl_1PXy4H3B9NQFri, 16 Jan 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDesign phase begins on Kankakee County Courthouse.226false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kcc-s-fast-path-transfer-degree-program-is-accepting-applications-for-fall-2026--69470069artl_kPMvwUYAXyQFri, 16 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKCC's Fast Path program is accepting applications for Fall 2026123false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woldhuis-farms-fire-destroys-one-building-and-a-food-truck-near-grant-park--69470070artl_JK62LsJorzKFri, 16 Jan 2026 15:28:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire destroyed a building and food truck Wednesday at Woldhuis Farms Sunrise Greenhouse, approximately one mile west of Grant Park.115false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-graduate-honored-with-daisy-award-for-compassionate-patient-care--69468599artl_JagLNU3w9VPFri, 16 Jan 2026 14:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTemo Guerrero, a 2025 graduate of the registered nursing program at Kankakee Community College, has been awarded The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nursing Students.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maddie-gesky-breaks-manteno-s-career-scoring-record-in-panthers-runaway-win-over-herscher--69464076artl_NKZGXc3mxGaFri, 16 Jan 2026 04:55:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJust days after she joined the 1,000 career point club, Manteno junior Maddie Gesky continued her memorable week by becoming the school's career scoring leader in the Panthers' commanding home victory over Herscher on Thursday.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watseka-milford-cissna-park-iroquois-west-girls-all-pick-up-wins-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69464075artl_1PXy4H38pwQFri, 16 Jan 2026 04:32:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWatseka/Milford, Cissna Park and Iroquois West, three of the top four girls basketball teams in the Vermilion Valley Conference, continued their hot stretches of play and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.318false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-state-s-attorney-s-office-adds-felony-charges-in-bradley-bar-incident--69462598artl_9aLpxt3gxXaFri, 16 Jan 2026 00:44:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County State’s Attorney Jim Rowe took to social media Wednesday to update the public on the Dec. 24, 2025, incident at Mac and Frankie’s in Bradley.356false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driver-killed-in-collision-with-manhattan-school-bus--69457562artl_VaRgzSxXk6PThu, 15 Jan 2026 19:20:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe driver of a passenger vehicle was killed when it collided with a Manhattan School District bus carrying students Thursday morning in southeastern Will County.83false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driver-killed-in-collision-with-manhattan-school-bus--69455549artl_maqp6tvbBYKThu, 15 Jan 2026 16:47:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe driver of a passenger vehicle was killed when it collided with a Manhattan School District bus carrying students Thursday morning in southeastern Will County.82false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-local-events-to-add-to-your-winter-calendar--69455570artl_6PEgDS4729KThu, 15 Jan 2026 16:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster check out a list of local events to keep you busy while awaiting warmer weather and sunshine.157false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trivia-night-at-the-b-harley-bradley-house-in-kankakee--69454946artl_XPvkGH7mgrQThu, 15 Jan 2026 15:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWright in Kankakee hosts its very first Decades Trivia Night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, February 13.61false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/capital-investment-continues-in-kankakee-county--69452955artl_JagLNU3jerPThu, 15 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEconomic Alliance gave its annual presentation to the Kankakee County Board351false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maddie-gesky-emily-horath-notch-double-doubles-in-manteno-s-win-at-seneca-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69449522artl_BaYyLH3Oo8aThu, 15 Jan 2026 03:56:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno got a pair of double-double efforts to take down Seneca, Cissna Park's Addison Lucht exploded for 25 points against Chrisman, the Iroquois West boys earned their first win and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.180false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-honored-for-advanced-placement-achievements--69447839artl_JK62LsJy6BKThu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais Community High School has been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement Program School Honor Roll and has improved its status this year from Bronze to Silver.186false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-county-sees-many-road-closures-after-wednesday-morning-snow-squall--69444203artl_6PEgDS4YAYKWed, 14 Jan 2026 18:07:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWinter weather forced road closures on Interstate 57, US Route 45 and Illinois Route 17.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/edison-school-closure-finalized--69445000artl_2QdBki3AoqaWed, 14 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee School Board passed a resolution finalizing the closure of Edison Primary School and approved contracts for asbestos abatement in the most damaged areas of the building on Monday.257false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-success-isn-t-about-being-louder-smarter-or-faster--69441171artl_zPrG2cGmRNQWed, 14 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkToby Moore shares his perspective after watching talks from sales coach Brian Tracy and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.305false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-make-arrest-in-forgery-involving-a-property-deed--69440103artl_1Po8xt3R3LQWed, 14 Jan 2026 15:49:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee police arrested a Bourbonnais woman on the charge of forgery following a six-month investigation.175false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-little-league-to-move-to-bradley-315-sports-park--69437648artl_NKZGXc3n74aWed, 14 Jan 2026 12:00:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter calling the fields at Slater Park home for more than 50 years, Bradley-Bourbonnais Little League will now play its games at Bradley's 315 Sports Park.357false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-has-5-score-in-double-figures-in-conference-win-over-rich-township-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69432927artl_8Kw5rC4mM9PWed, 14 Jan 2026 05:13:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFive Kankakee players scored in double figures as the Kays picked up a 59-51 Southland Athletic Conference win over Rich Township and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.289false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-bests-gardner-south-wilmington-in-battle-for-1st-place-in-rvc--69432299artl_zPrG2cGbJjQWed, 14 Jan 2026 05:10:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Anne held on for a 52-45 home win over Gardner-South Wilmington Tuesday night in a battle between teams that were unbeaten in River Valley Conference play – a win that put the Cardinals in the driver's seat for a conference title.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-begins-busy-week-with-impressive-showing-at-manteno--69432298artl_NKDzNi1pmkPWed, 14 Jan 2026 04:50:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the second year of the reignited nonconference local rivalry, Bishop McNamara started hot and stayed hot in a commanding performance at Manteno on Tuesday.303false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10m-development-set-for-bradley-s-red-lobster-site--69430068artl_8Kw5rC4qerPWed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA prime retail development site in Bradley will soon be the home for collection of new food and coffee businesses.234false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-community-college-to-host-explore-kcc-day-in-february--69425945artl_7PABniy79ZQTue, 13 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkExplore KCC Day to be held Feb. 16 at KCC’s Riverfront Campus54false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/secret-food-pantry-drive-through-returns-to-bourbonnais-on-jan-15--69423405artl_1Pn5bC3jVbaTue, 13 Jan 2026 16:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFood Pantry’s next mobile drive-through pantry is Thursday, January 15, from 11:00 a.m. to noon, in Bourbonnais.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-mary-s-hospital-welcomes-patrick-kerrwood-as-its-new-chief-executive--69421279artl_VaRgzSxgl5PTue, 13 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPatrick Kerrwood was welcomed as St. Mary’s Hospital New Chief Executive113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ice-overreach-target-of-indivisible-kankakee-rally--69419742artl_qap4wU0eMeaTue, 13 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNearly 100 Kankakee County residents gathered on a cold Sunday early afternoon at a rally aimed at reigning in what many believe is an overreach by federal law enforcement regarding immigration.305false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reed-custer-s-alyssa-wollenzien-nears-triple-double-in-win-over-coal-city--69415735artl_2QdBki34qNaTue, 13 Jan 2026 04:51:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReed-Custer's Alyssa Wollenzien recorded 23 points, eight rebounds and seven steals to help lead the Comets to a 50-43 win on the road against Illinois Central Eight Conference opponent Coal City on Monday.266false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grant-park-girls-basketball-gets-defensive-momence-tops-g-sw-by-a-point-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69415428artl_8Kw5rC4o6NPTue, 13 Jan 2026 04:13:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGrant Park held Illinois Lutheran to just two points in girls hoops, Momence scored a one-point win over Gardner-South Wilmington and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.236false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-s-ttc-property-set-for-demolition--69410134artl_7PABniyJj5QMon, 12 Jan 2026 20:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe long-vacant TTC of Illinois building in the Shoppes at Meadowview complex is set for demolition.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/judge-dismisses-africano-s-petition-regarding-police-body-camera-footage--69407832artl_DKJpZtr9BdPMon, 12 Jan 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee County Treasurer Nick Africano’s civil motion against the city of Kankakee was dismissed Friday regarding body camera footage from a Dec. 3 incident involving Kankakee police.155false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manteno-police-arrest-chicago-man-on-weapons-charges--69406189artl_qap4wU0okraMon, 12 Jan 2026 17:17:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno police arrested a Chicago man on alleged weapons charges last week.100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iroquois-federal-foundation-awards-3-3m-to-nonprofits-across-four-counties--69404754artl_XPvkGH7OO3QMon, 12 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Iroquois Federal Foundation awards grants to nonprofits working in affordable housing, education, health and human services, youth programs, and general community improvement.77false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coal-city-wins-princeton-invitational-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69386793artl_DKJpZtrLe4PSun, 11 Jan 2026 03:28:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCoal City's banner season on the mats continued at the Princeton Invitational and more in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-police-arrest-person-following-investigation-into-christmas-eve-incident--69386509artl_qap4wU0d3EaSun, 11 Jan 2026 02:25:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Kankakee man was arrested by Bradley police for allegedly battering a woman on Christmas Eve at a Bradley business in the 1000 block of West Broadway Street.153false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watseka-milford-s-christa-holohan-scores-31-in-comeback-win-over-clifton-central--69384987artl_9aLpxt3D0naSat, 10 Jan 2026 21:44:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWatseka/Milford beat Clifton Central 60-49 on Saturday, getting 31 points from Christa Holohan and outscoring the Comets 22-3 in the third quarter to improve to 13-2 on the year.249false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-riverside-orthopedic-surgery-team-welcomes-md-didi-omiyi-to-its-staff--69383029artl_7PABniVgGwQSat, 10 Jan 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare is welcoming Didi Omiyi, MD, to its team of orthopedic surgery providers.89false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-police-launch-program-to-help-officers-respond-to-residents-with-special-needs--69382062artl_1Kxw7fRWgNQSat, 10 Jan 2026 14:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais Police Department launches Autism/Special Needs Awareness Program104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-roof-collapses-safety-concerns-raised--69381454artl_ya2V7sp7d4aSat, 10 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee leadership has growing concerns regarding an East Court Street building in which the roof has collapsed.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gardner-south-wilmington-st-anne-boys-basketball-stay-perfect-in-rvc-friday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69379515artl_XQlJkFJmAJaSat, 10 Jan 2026 05:07:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGardner-South Wilmington bested Momence while St. Anne put away Beecher to keep both boys basketball teams tied atop the River Valley Conference. Those games and more in Friday's Daily Journal roundup.239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peotone-rides-3rd-quarter-surge-to-home-conference-win-over-herscher--69379132artl_6PEgDSew08KSat, 10 Jan 2026 04:41:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeotone came back for a 51-38 Illinois Central Eight Conference win at home over Herscher on Friday, outscoring the Tigers 27-10 in the second half after trailing at halftime.257false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-stays-hot-with-senior-night-blowout-over-crete-monee--69379133artl_eQjyeH4d9XPSat, 10 Jan 2026 04:29:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kays' starting lineup, comprised of all seniors, scored all 67 of their points in Friday's senior night romp of Crete-Monee.223false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/packing-up-moving-out--69377793artl_zK3G5cqvgvKSat, 10 Jan 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEdison Primary teachers and staff packed up their classrooms this week as they prepared to start the second half of the school year in other buildings due to the school's recent emergency closure.436false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kameg-agents-arrest-bradley-man-on-weapons-drug-charges--69375370artl_xQ1ykHdzjAQFri, 09 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Bradley man was arrested by Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Agency agents Tuesday on numerous weapons and drug charges.98false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-charges-filed-in-africano-case--69374867artl_NKZGXcY22baFri, 09 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNo charges will be filed against Kankakee County Treasurer Nick Africano for a Dec. 3 incident where he was cited for misdemeanor disorderly conduct.192false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-men-arrested-in-kankakee-for-disseminating-unlawful-video--69373595artl_wQ0gGS72xkPFri, 09 Jan 2026 16:00:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Agency with assistance from local Kankakee and Bradley police departments, arrested two men Tuesday.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-marek-does-one-s-iq-really-matter--69373596artl_7PABniVWxpQFri, 09 Jan 2026 16:00:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Dennis Marek believes intelligence is far more than a number on an IQ test.323false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lack-of-cooperation-hinders-2025-new-year-s-day-double-homicide-investigation--69371104artl_7PABniVrOWQFri, 09 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA year after two brothers were fatally shot at an early New Year’s Day gathering in a residence on Kankakee’s eastside, Kankakee police investigators have been unable to make an arrest.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/youthful-kankakee-girls-continue-winning-ways-against-thornridge--69367958artl_DPOm2uJqmbKFri, 09 Jan 2026 04:47:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo days after topping defending IHSA Class 3A State champion Montini on the road, the Kays returned home and back to Southland Athletic Conference with a resounding 70-27 win over Thornridge on Thursday.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lauryn-hamrick-reaches-1-000-career-points-as-cissna-park-wins-9th-straight-thursday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69368032artl_GK70XTYBE0aFri, 09 Jan 2026 04:02:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCissna Park senior Lauryn Hamrick scored 16 points Thursday, surpassing 1,000 for her career and helping lead the Timberwolves to their ninth straight win, and more in Thursday's Daily Journal roundup.224false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lincoln-way-east-downs-host-bradley-bourbonnais-59-20-in-swsc-dual--69366855artl_maqp6tmgRoKFri, 09 Jan 2026 02:51:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLincoln-Way East took down host Bradley-Bourbonnais 59-20 in a dual Thursday night between SouthWest Suburban Conference opponents.299false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/contractors-must-register-with-manteno-pd-before-soliciting-work--69364172artl_BaYyLHjo46aFri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkContractors sometimes knock on doors in the evening in Manteno to solicit work.214false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bourbonnais-police-swear-in-new-officer--69360439artl_mabyJH4rB7KThu, 08 Jan 2026 20:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBourbonnais patrolman Travaughn Bosby was sworn in as the newest officer for the Bourbonnais Police Department during Monday’s board meeting.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-release-of-propane-after-truck-rolls-over-in-watseka--69358238artl_1Pn5bCd6g3aThu, 08 Jan 2026 17:20:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWATSEKA — One person was injured Monday when a truck hauling propane rolled over near Legion Park in Watseka.90false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-jan-10-2026--69357649artl_NKZGXcYq69aThu, 08 Jan 2026 16:31:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-taylor-made-life-slowing-down-in-the-new-year--69357068artl_7Q5y4HjY3qQThu, 08 Jan 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this weekend’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster talks about time moving so quickly that it is important to slow down and prioritize what is important.162false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riverside-healthcare-is-rolling-out-new-imaging-technology-across-illinois-to-enhance-diagnostic-care--69354111artl_JKV25skL4NKThu, 08 Jan 2026 14:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiverside Healthcare upgrades its imaging technology66false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/statewide-flu-surge-hitting-kankakee--69354112artl_1Pn5bCdAOjaThu, 08 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkInfluenza infections are surging statewide as a new strain of the virus continues to spread, and Kankakee County is no exception.252false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watseka-clifton-central-put-up-strong-defensive-efforts-in-home-wins-wednesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69354121artl_nP9zWiLl3oQThu, 08 Jan 2026 04:33:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWatseka and Clifton Central's girls basketball teams put up strong defensive performances in home wins, holding their opponents to 22 and 21 points respectively, and more in Wednesday's Daily Journal roundup.123false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-mcnamara-senior-basketball-boys-coach-adrian-provost-look-to-finish-careers-together-on-a-high-note--69354122artl_DPOm2uJNRvKThu, 08 Jan 2026 04:29:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith a deep senior class with lofty goals and a retiring head coach, the Bishop McNamara boys basketball team and coach Adrian Provost are hoping to each send the other out with a memorable stretch run to the season.329false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-arrest-man-following-shots-fired-incident--69364566artl_2QdBkiMzd8aWed, 07 Jan 2026 23:22:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn investigation into shots fired in the 700 block of North Park Avenue led to the arrest of a Kankakee man by Kankakee police Monday.175false10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-arrest-man-following-shots-fired-incident--69354117artl_mabyJH4MJ0KWed, 07 Jan 2026 23:22:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn investigation into shots fired in the 700 block of North Park Avenue led to the arrest of a Kankakee man by Kankakee police Monday.175false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-snow-route-concerns-remain--69354115artl_1Po8xtkdn9QWed, 07 Jan 2026 22:43:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee followed through on its pledge to alert residents of their responsibilities for living along the designated snow route.137false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ej-hazelett-lincoln-williams-score-20-apiece-in-conference-win-for-kankakee-tuesday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69354114artl_1Pn5bCdA9daWed, 07 Jan 2026 21:14:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA pair of 20-point games from EJ Hazelett and Lincoln Williams led Kankakee to its seventh straight win, Bishop McNamara's Richie Darr exploded for 26 points against Peotone and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.272false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gotion-updates-manteno-village-on-safety-issues--69354116artl_WKBBEi7vgBKWed, 07 Jan 2026 18:32:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkManteno Village Board hears updates on fire and safety issues at Gotion lithium battery manufacturing plant.235false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abe-s-rumble-title-100-win-milestones-highlight-1st-half-of-coal-city-season--69354123artl_9aLpxtMRGOaWed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith a recent title at Abe's Rumble and seven active wrestlers with 100 career wins or more, Coal City's boys wrestling team is putting together a memorable season in its search for a second straight dual team state title, and third in four years.270false9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toby-moore-so-what-is-pronoia--69354118artl_MK4ylHyzX0aWed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn this week's column, Toby Moore most likely introduces a new word - pronoia. Wonder what it means?316false10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/looking-ahead-to-what-s-in-store-for-kankakee-county-in-2026--69354119artl_DPOm2uJN2zKWed, 07 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith 2025 in rearview mirror, there are many stories from the just-concluded year which will impact the Kankakee County region moving forward into 2026.434false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-anne-holds-off-clifton-central-for-rivalry-win-in-the-rvc--69354113artl_6a84OUjkb4aWed, 07 Jan 2026 05:05:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHost St. Anne took an early 18-4 lead, and although Clifton Central recovered to tie things up multiple times in the second half, the Cardinals prevailed in Tuesday's River Valley Conference boys basketball thriller.260false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbchs-record-falls-again-in-all-city-win-over-kankakee-bishop-mcnamara--69354120artl_kPMvwU76W3QWed, 07 Jan 2026 03:56:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais junior Eli Swafford broke his own 100-yard backstroke record Tuesday as the Boilermakers took first place at the All-City boys swim meet against Kankakee and Bishop McNamara, the first All-City meet featuring all three schools...305false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-5-feel-good-stories-of-2025--69358815artl_xPk5YCbX8NKWed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne year ends and another begins, there is no better time to reflect on the news stories that inspired happy feelings in 2025.423false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beecher-grant-park-gardner-south-wilmington-score-rvc-girls-basketball-wins-monday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69372290artl_gaN16tXZE4KTue, 06 Jan 2026 19:54:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeecher doubled up Grace Christian and then some, Grant Park dropped Illinois Lutheran by more than 70 points, Gardner-South Wilmington bested Momence and more in Monday's Daily Journal roundup.191false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-adds-4-to-fire-department--69354127artl_maqp6tmNnlKTue, 06 Jan 2026 17:56:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKankakee expanded its firefighting force by four on Monday.234false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daily-journal-athlete-of-the-week-reed-custer-s-alyssa-wollenzein--69357650artl_BaYyLHjMd8aTue, 06 Jan 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet this week's Daily Journal Athlete of the Week,185false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-s-edison-school-deemed-unsafe-to-close-immediately--69354126artl_DKJpZt6pL5PTue, 06 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAt an emergency meeting Tuesday, the Kankakee School Board approved the immediate closure of Edison Primary due to structural issues in the building, which had been home to 185 students in kindergarten through third grades.523false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-police-issue-18-seat-belt-two-child-safety-seat-violations-over-holiday--69366735artl_XQlJkFJoOJaMon, 05 Jan 2026 20:22:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Police Department announced that it issued 18 seat belt and two child safety seat violations over the Dec. 12 through Jan. 5 holiday enforcement campaign.89false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-tractor-remembered-in-model-train-car--69354128artl_maqp6tmNMeKMon, 05 Jan 2026 20:02:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kankakee Model Railroad Club is is celebrating Bradley's heritage with the model train car featuring the David Bradley Walk Behind Tractor.335false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/year-in-photos-a-look-back-at-2025--69354125artl_ya2V7spmGNaMon, 05 Jan 2026 18:47:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs the first full week of 2026 begins, take a look back at Kankakee County’s top news and feature pictures from 2025, selected by Daily Journal photo editor Tiffany Blanchette.33false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bradley-bourbonnais-takes-home-conference-loss-to-sharpshooting-sandburg--69366874artl_MK4ylHyZknaMon, 05 Jan 2026 00:25:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBradley-Bourbonnais opened up the second half of the season with a 66-32 loss at home against Southwest Suburban Conference opponent Sandburg on Saturday.227false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joyce-a-year-of-service-progress-and-partnership--69354124artl_DKJpZt6DooPMon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News Network40th District Sen. Patrick Joyce, D-Essex259false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-announcements-kankakee-county-jan-3-2026--69357064artl_1Kxw7fRBvOQSun, 04 Jan 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA list of recent births at Riverside Medical Center.72false20fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-pass-in-kankakee-county-in-2025--69386948artl_qap4wU0d9naSun, 04 Jan 2026 11:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFrom the passing of former Illinois Gov. George Ryan to county historian Jack Klasey, the Kankakee County community experienced the loss of beloved people.439false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kankakee-boys-steal-show-against-waukegan-saturday-s-daily-journal-roundup--69369803artl_GK70XTYMVLaSun, 04 Jan 2026 03:26:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEJ Hazelett and Lincoln Williams both eclipsed the 20-point mark in a runaway win for Kankakee in Saturday's Daily Journal roundup.42false33full