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Q4 2024 Recap: 2 parolees from Kankakee County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

There were two offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Kankakee County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Kankakee Times.

By Kankakee Times | May 8, 2025

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robin kelly addresses medicaid cuts and trade policies

U.S Congresswoman Robin Kelly shared insights into healthcare cuts and economic issues through social media posts dated May 8th, highlighting opposition to Medicaid reductions and reactions to Republican policies while extending well-wishes to...

By Kankakee Times | May 8, 2025

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robin kelly discusses republican budget cuts and local advocacy efforts

By Kankakee Times | May 7, 2025

U.S. Congress member Robin Kelly addressed key issues such as Medicaid cuts by Republicans impacting healthcare access and emphasized Chicago's role as a major rail hub during meetings held on May 7th with local advocates like singer Christina...

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robin kelly advocates for medicaid protection and discusses gun safety

By Kankakee Times | May 7, 2025

Congresswoman Robin Kelly has taken steps to protect Medicaid and SNAP while addressing concerns over gun safety under former President Trump's policies.

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Local Government Meetings today in Kankakee Metro

By Kankakee Times | May 6, 2025

Kankakee Metro Local Government Meetings today.

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Local Government Meetings today in Kankakee Metro

By Kankakee Times | May 5, 2025

Kankakee Metro Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events this week in Kankakee Metro: May 4-10

By Kankakee Times | May 5, 2025

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

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robin kelly discusses education funding and community violence intervention

By Kankakee Times | May 5, 2025

Congresswoman Robin Kelly addresses critical issues including community violence intervention funding misappropriations by past administrations and proposed educational budget cuts affecting teachers in her district through recent social media...

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Iroquois County: Medicare made up 6.5% of total income in 2022

By Kankakee Times | May 5, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 6.5% of income in Iroquois County, providing an average of $3,729 per capita to residents.

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Robin Kelly discusses measles outbreak and budget cuts in recent tweets

By Kankakee Times | May 2, 2025

Robin Kelly, a U.S. Congress representative, released statements on public health and federal budget issues in recent tweets.

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Representative Haas organizes ICASH event with Illinois Treasurer’s Office in Monee

By Kankakee Times | May 1, 2025

The Illinois Treasurer’s Office will hold an ICASH event in Monee tomorrow, hosted by Representative Haas.

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Rep. Jackie Haas announces pet adoption event in collaboration with local animal control

By Kankakee Times | May 1, 2025

State Representative Jackie Haas is set to host a pet adoption event.

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Iroquois County residents pay $627,399 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024

By Kankakee Times | Apr 30, 2025

In 2024, Iroquois County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Government events this May in Kankakee Metro

By Kankakee Times | Apr 30, 2025

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

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Robin Kelly discusses Trump's budget cuts and privacy protection for taxpayer data

By Kankakee Times | Apr 30, 2025

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly recently addressed issues regarding Trump’s budget cuts to Medicaid, questionable accomplishments in his initial 100 days, and the safeguarding of taxpayer data privacy.

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Kankakee County taxpayers give $152,602 in County Sales Tax in February

By Kankakee Times | Apr 29, 2025

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

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$396,910 in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Iroquois County

By Kankakee Times | Apr 29, 2025

In 2024, Iroquois County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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$51,228 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in February for Iroquois County

By Kankakee Times | Apr 28, 2025

In February, Iroquois County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Kankakee County residents pay $360,173 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

By Kankakee Times | Apr 27, 2025

In February, Kankakee County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Iroquois County residents pay $60,766 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

By Kankakee Times | Apr 26, 2025

In February, Iroquois County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.