KANKAKEE, IL - (October 9, 2020) – Doug Baum of Baum Investment Group LLC, has created a $1.5 million opportunity fund to invest into the City of Kankakee’s Riverfront Opportunity Zone.

Kankakee, IL – Governor Pritzker has officially proclaimed the month of October as Manufacturing Month in the state of Illinois, the fourth largest manufacturing state in the country. J.R. Short Snack Products is the largest manufacturer of snack pellets in the world and continues to grow, meaning some of your favorite snacks start right here in th

Kankakee, IL – Two new police officers have been sworn in the Kankakee Police Department, Jackie Mendez and Carlee Small.

Kankakee, IL – Officer Jose Martinez made history today by being promoted as the first Hispanic sergeant in the Kankakee Police Department after serving 14 years in the City of Kankakee. The promotion was a long-term goal for him.