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The American Legion Hall in Cissna Park welcomes blood donors today (Wednesday).  The American Red Cross and volunteers hosting the blood drive from 1 - 7 pm.   A blood drive is also scheduled Thursday from 12...

Hoopeston is ranked among the most affordable small cities to live in if you're looking in Illinois.  SmartAssett.com conducted its 7th annual survey, showing the Vermilion County city is the third most affordable community...

Scattered showers and a mix of T-storms are in the forecast today and the next couple of days. Temps are expected in the low to mid 70s The weekend however, is likely to bring more 80 degree readings. 94.1 WGFA
Two men are jailed in Iroquois County charged in the case of another man whose body was found inside a gas-tanker near Buckley.  The death of 29-year-old Garrett Meyer of Nashville (IL) remains under investigation.&nbsp...

St. Anne police and fire continue a search for a missing St. Anne woman.  25-year-old Katelyn Marie Contreras is autistic and has a speech impediment.  She was lasy seeen leaving her home around 10:30 am September...

The focus of this year's National Fire Prevention Week is "Sounds of Safety." State Fire Marshal spokesman J.C. Fultz explains a continuous set of three loud beeps means there's smoke or a fire in the house and you should get...

A small structure fire did minimal damage overnight in Kankakee.  Firefighters responded to 301 N. West at 3:20 am.  Fire Chief Bryan LaRoche reported damage was limited to a window and outside siding of the...

ERH Enterprises has workers flushing fire hydrants in Gilman this week.  The work is being done during the day and night.  Local residents may experience some rust-colored water for a short time.  Allowing the tap...

The United Way plays a vital role in assisting local agencies. And Thursday, The United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties conducted its 80th Anniversary Celebration while getting its fundraising program started. Executive...

The Salvation Army of Kankakee County will close out their 2021 Community Outdoor Movie Night schedule with a free showing of the original “Ghostbusters” (1984). The movie will be shown on the front lot and lawn of The Salvation...