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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

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Robin Kelly addresses Metra upgrades and calls for peace following Israel-Hamas conflict

By F. R. Moore | Oct 7, 2025

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly posted on October 7 about new Metra station upgrades in Chicago’s South Side while also reflecting on casualties from ongoing violence between Israel and Hamas two years after a major attack.

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Kankakee Metro's local government meeting today at 6:30 pm

By I. S. Waters | Oct 7, 2025

Kankakee Metro City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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8,280 white students enrolled in Kankakee County districts in 2023-24 school year

By V. G. Oconnor | Oct 6, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 52% of students enrolled in Kankakee County school districts identified as white.

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Robin Kelly promotes privacy fair and calls for transparency on Epstein Files

By F. R. Moore | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly used Twitter on October 5-6, 2025 to announce a privacy-focused community event in Chicago and urge public release of the Epstein Files.

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Village of Bourbonnais Community & Economic Development Committee met Sept. 10

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Bourbonnais Community & Economic Development Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 10

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City of Watseka City Council met Sept. 9

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 6, 2025

City of Watseka City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 9

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Village of Grant Park Board of Trustees met Oct. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Grant Park Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 6

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Local government meetings today in Kankakee Metro

By I. S. Waters | Oct 6, 2025

Kankakee Metro Local Government Meetings today.

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Kankakee Metro lists government events for Oct. 5-11

By I. S. Waters | Oct 6, 2025

In Kankakee Metro, the following events are scheduled for this week.

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Robin Kelly criticizes federal actions impacting Chicago’s immigrant communities

By P. K. York | Oct 6, 2025

Representative Robin Kelly addressed concerns about immigration enforcement and recent federal actions during several posts on October 6, 2025.

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Village of Bourbonnais Board of Trustees met Oct. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Bourbonnais Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 6.

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Village of Manteno Board of Trustees met Oct. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Manteno Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 6.

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Entertainment event this week in Kankakee Metro: Oct. 5-11

By G. R. Manning | Oct 5, 2025

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Kankakee Metro this week.

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2,998 white students enrolled in Iroquois County districts in 2023-24 school year

By V. G. Oconnor | Oct 5, 2025

In Iroquois County school districts, 2,998 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Religious gatherings this week in Kankakee Metro: Oct. 5-11

By G. S. Marquez | Oct 5, 2025

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Kankakee Metro this week.

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Family and kids events this week in Kankakee Metro: Oct. 5-11

By G. R. Manning | Oct 5, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids events happening in Kankakee Metro this week.

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Robin Kelly addresses Trump policies in Chicago and government shutdown

By F. R. Moore | Oct 5, 2025

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly posted statements on October 4-5, 2025 criticizing former President Trump's policies toward Chicago and commenting on the ongoing government shutdown led by Republicans.

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Village of Manteno Police Pension Board will meet October 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 5, 2025

Village of Manteno Police Pension Board will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, October 8

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Village of Manteno Planning & Zoning / Properties & Recreation Committees will meet October 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 5, 2025

Village of Manteno Planning & Zoning / Properties & Recreation Committees will meet at 7 a.m. Wednesday, October 8

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Fire Prevention Week focuses on lithium-ion battery safety in homes

By P. K. York | Oct 5, 2025

Fire Prevention Week will take place from October 5 to 11, focusing on the theme “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” The campaign is designed to raise awareness about the safe use of lithium-ion batteries.