Kankakee, IL – Business owner, Maria Ochoa, started making bows for her daughter seven years ago when she noticed she was looking for a particular style, but knew she could do it herself.

Kankakee, IL – After serving 24 years with the Kankakee Police Department, Deputy Chief, Willie Hunt, is looking forward to his retirement.

Kankakee, IL – Former City of Kankakee employee and consultant, Richard G. Simms, recently changed his plea from “not guilty” to “guilty” in a recent plea hearing.

Kankakee, IL – Four decades serving the community with the Kankakee Fire Department is the latest accomplishment for Firefighter James H. Stokes Jr. who will be retiring today.

Kankakee, IL – Black history month serves as a time to reflect on not just the history, but the accomplishments of African Americans. Locally, several community members were nominated by the community to be highlighted for their efforts and contributions.

Kankakee, Ill. - In tandem with the United Way of Illinois’ ‘21 Week Equity Challenge,’ the local United Way chapter will host monthly Community Conversations. The first Community Conversation, “Racial Identity – THEN & NOW” will be held online via ZOOM on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM. This event is free to all community members;

Kankakee, IL – The month of March serves as Women’s History Month and to recognize local women for their contributions in the community, Mayor Wells-Armstrong is set to host the Fourth Annual Phenomenal Woman Awards.

Kankakee, IL – AMITA Health St. Mary’s Hospital joins the list of donors to make a donation to Mayor Wells-Armstrong’s Fourth Annual African American Civic Leaders’ Scholarship for 2021. President and CEO, Chris Shride, presented the check for $1,000 on Wednesday.

Kankakee, IL – Valentine’s Day weekend kicked off special deals as local businesses in the City of Kankakee were featured at no cost in a coupon book during the “Love My City, Love My Sweetie” campaign; however, some businesses chose to extend their deals.