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Robin Kelly comments on leadership and constituents' engagement

Robin Kelly addressed her constituents on social media about various topics, including leadership's decisions, her years of service, and holiday greetings.

By Kankakee Times | Apr 12, 2025

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Illinois bills advance to support vulnerable communities

By Kankakee Times | Apr 10, 2025

State Representative Jackie Haas, a Republican from Kankakee, has championed two bills targeting the support and protection of vulnerable groups in Illinois.

Robin Kelly challenges GOP legislative decisions on April 10, 2025

By Kankakee Times | Apr 10, 2025

On April 10, 2025, Robin Kelly criticized Republican legislative decisions, highlighting potential voter disenfranchisement from the "SAVE" Act and adverse economic impacts from budget cuts.

Kankakee residents rank 98th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for January

Kankakee residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 98th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

Local Government Meetings today in Kankakee Metro

Kankakee Metro Local Government Meetings today.

Bill proposed to establish March as French Heritage Month in Illinois

Yesterday, State Representative Jackie Haas successfully passed a bill that designates March as French Heritage Month in Illinois.

Robin Kelly criticizes recent administrative decisions in a series of public statements

On April 9, 2025, Congresswoman Robin Kelly expressed dissatisfaction with recent administrative actions in a series of tweets.

Kankakee County residents paid 37th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

Kankakee County residents paid $576,448 in sales taxes, the 37th highest total paid per county in January.

Local Government Meeting today in Kankakee Metro

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

Haas proposes law to protect retired sheriff officers' pensions and school safety

Yesterday, State Representative Jackie Haas from Kankakee took a significant step in supporting law enforcement and enhancing school protection by successfully passing a bill in the House.

Iroquois County collects $50,785 in County Sales Tax in January

In January, Iroquois County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Local Government Meetings today in Kankakee Metro

By Kankakee Times | Apr 7, 2025

Kankakee Metro Local Government Meetings today.

Government events this week in Kankakee Metro: April 6-12

By Kankakee Times | Apr 7, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in Kankakee Metro this week.

Robin Kelly voices concerns over economic policies and promotes youth opportunities

By Kankakee Times | Apr 7, 2025

Congresswoman Robin Kelly shared her viewpoints on April 7, 2025, regarding economic policies and community initiatives.

Bradley ranks 54th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

Bradley residents paid $1.8 million in sales taxes, ranking 54th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

Legislative updates and community events in Springfield and surrounding areas

Work in Springfield is advancing as the legislative assembly intensifies activity with the recent committee bill passage deadline in the House.

Robin Kelly promotes gun safety and healthcare initiatives in tweets

Robin Kelly used her Twitter platform in April 2025 to discuss significant legislative efforts.

Kankakee County saw 17.2% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 25% of income in Kankakee County, an alarming 17.2% surge from 7.8% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.