KANKAKEE, Illinois - City of Kankakee Fire Deputy Chief Adam Heid has announced his intent to step down from his position within the fire department. DC Heid has served as Deputy Chief for over four years since his promotion on June 7, 2021.

Kankakee, IL — Mayor Chris Curtis and the City of Kankakee are proud to announce the 5th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway, taking place Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the parking lot of the Kankakee Municipal Building.

The City of Kankakee, Kankakee Valley Park District, Kankakee River Valley Boat Club, Kankakee County Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce are thrilled to announce the Kankakee River Valley Regatta during Labor Day Weekend 2025.

Join us for the graduation of the third cohort of the Community Violence Intervention Leadership Academy (CVILA), where we will recognize 31 leaders from 23 cities across the country.