An Illinois agricultural wish list covers markets, infrastructure, education and more, based on the Pritzker Administration’s agriculture transition committee.

IFB support campaign kicks off.

1 MONTH AWAY!!!

Maybe we can pray for spring and no more snow?

Reminder for Presidents Day

In honor of Black History Month the City of Kankakee, in partnership with the Kankakee Public Library, is hosting the 2019 African American Civic Leaders’ Scholarship at the Kankakee Public Library on April 18, 2019.

Frances Albrier was a 20th century activist, politician, and labor organizer who led several important campaigns for equality in Northern California.

Mayor Richard C. Irvin’s 2019 State of the City Address – THE LIGHT IS ON: AURORA IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS - will bring the community together for a review of the past year and a preview of the year ahead, including many exciting announcements.

If a current Senate bill clears the House and is signed into law, Illinois will join three other states and the District of Columbia in soon paying a minimum wage of $15 per hour.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced grant awards this week for the State’s FY 2019 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD).

County Clerk Lisa Fancher wants to remind everyone there is less than a month to register to vote before the April 2, 2019 Consolidated Election.

The Kankakee County Highway Department has temporarily closed River Road (south of Kankakee) due to rising river levels resulting from an ice jam.

Celebrate Earth Day early at the Willowhaven Park and Nature Center for this special open house.

Calling all you sweethearts!

This action packed class is filled with sports balls, beanbags and parachutes to work on their gross and fine motor skills.

Illuminate your night at our Glow Party hosted at Willowhaven Park Nature Center!

Attention City Residents

During this week of snowfall and extreme temperatures, city officials have been closely monitoring the weather for public safety.

The state legislature adjourned before taking action on Senate Bill 1597, which would require Illinois consumers to pay a 5 cent fee for every single-use paper or plastic bag, but similar proposals are being considered at the county and local levels.

A state task force highlighted technology and education among its top recommendations to maintain water quantity and quality in a central Illinois aquifer.