May, 2024 Stories | Kankakee Times

Kankakee County Education: 118 Asian students were enrolled in districts in 2021-22 school year

By Kankakee Times | May 27, 2024

In Kankakee County districts, 118 Asian students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

23.6% of Kankakee County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022

By Kankakee Times | May 27, 2024

Kankakee County universities had 23.6% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

Memorial Day honors fallen U.S. Armed Forces members

By Kankakee Times | May 27, 2024

Memorial Day is a reminder of the brave men and women who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. While Memorial Day is usually a holiday marking the beginning of summer, we must also remember the heroes who made our freedom possible.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Kankakee County in week ending May 25?

By Kankakee Times | May 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Kankakee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois population declines due to poor public policies, residents say

By Kankakee Times | May 26, 2024

Illinois has so much to offer, but poor public policies push people away. If we lower taxes and make Illinois a friendlier place to do business, we can become a destination for growth once again.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Iroquois County in week ending May 25?

By Kankakee Times | May 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

Kankakee County home sales in week ending May 18

By Kankakee Times | May 25, 2024

There were 26 reported residential sales in Kankakee County in the week ending May 18, according to BlockShopper.com.

National Missing Children’s Day highlights ongoing issue in the U.S

By Kankakee Times | May 25, 2024

National Missing Children’s Day brings attention to the hundreds of thousands of children that go missing in the United States every year. While most children who go missing eventually return home, even one child not returning is too many.

State Rep. Haas announces OSFM grants for local fire districts

By Kankakee Times | May 25, 2024

Following the announcement of the 2024 Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Small Equipment Grant Program recipients, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) released a statement.

National Road Trip Day promotes exploration of local and national destinations

By Kankakee Times | May 24, 2024

Happy National Road Trip Day! Whether traveling across the state or the country, road trips offer a way to see various sights and locations.

Illinois House passes bill supporting mobile integrated health care services

By Kankakee Times | May 24, 2024

Earlier this week, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) successfully passed Senate Bill 3599 through the House with a unanimous vote of 114-0. Following the passage, Rep. Haas issued a statement.

Village of Herscher Board of Trustees met May 20

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 23, 2024

Village of Herscher Board of Trustees met 7 p.m. Monday, May 20.

USDA reports slow planting progress due to frequent rain

By Kankakee Times | May 23, 2024

Frequent rain and standing water have made it difficult for farmers to get into the fields this planting season. The latest USDA report shows 42% of corn and 39% of soybeans have been planted.

Rep. Haas hosts free job fair featuring over fifty employers

By Kankakee Times | May 22, 2024

State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) will host a free job fair on June 5 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus, located at 187 S. Indiana Avenue in Kankakee. The event will feature over 50 employers.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Iroquois County in week ending May 18?

By Kankakee Times | May 21, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Iroquois County in week ending May 18?

By Kankakee Times | May 21, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.