Colorado license plate biggest catch found during dredging of Bourbonnais Municipal Center pond

Bourbonnais Friendship Festival returns for 51st year

The 51st annual festival runs June 24–28. Road closures begin Sunday, June 21, with additional closures during the Grand Parade on June 28.

Bourbonnais trustees approve moratorium on data centers

Bourbonnais trustees passed an ordinance that puts a moratorium on building data centers in the village during Monday’s board meeting.

Kankakee hosts first Walk for Alopecia to raise awareness and funds

A new community walk in Kankakee on September 26 will raise awareness and funds for alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss and affects nearly 7 million Americans.

A Taylor-Made Life: Life moves pretty fast, share your story

In this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about the quick passage of time. She also invites readers to share their stories with her.

Manteno mayor dismisses village attorney

Mayor LaMore dismisses Joe Cainkar and hires a new attorney as an emergency appointment for 30 days.