New News.
Local breast cancer nonprofit to host bingo fundraiser
The Grant Park area breast cancer support 501(c) (3) nonprofit, Fight Club Survivor, will host its biannual Bingo fundraiser on May 9 at…
Harry Potter drone show lands at SeatGeek Stadium this July
A light show featuring 1,200 synchronized drones will illuminate the sky above SeatGeek Stadium on July 24 and 25, recreating scenes and characters…
Beecher ponies up $10K for Firemen’s Park
The Village of Beecher agreed to kick in $10,000 for repairs to a baseball field at Firemen’s Park.
Moraine Valley proves college dreams start close to home
Moraine Valley celebrates Community College Month, highlighting affordable pathways, career training and transfer opportunities while inviting the community to explore campus programs.
2025 Municipal Elections
Mayor Bogs Sweeps into a Second Term
If municipal election outcomes are any indication of resident satisfaction, Monee voters are very happy with their village right now.
Gesky Defeated By LaMore in Manteno Mayor Race
Final tallies of ballots by the Kankakee County Clerk’s Office show Annette LaMore will be the new mayor in Manteno.
Adrieansen’s Team Wins in Landslide Victory in Manhattan
Campaign season has ended in Manhattan, likely a welcome sight for many after a long, contentious battle between two slates.
New Mayor Elected in Peotone
With a bigger turnout than the previous two consolidated elections, just over 20 percent of the 4,100 population of Peotone.
Your town. Our Beat.
Peotone.
Peotone reviews proposed village budget
The Village of Peotone reviewed its draft budget, which runs from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, at the…
Peotone Intermediate School to close this year
After three public hearings, the decision is final: Peotone 207-U School District will close its Peotone Intermediate Center at the…
Eagle Scout longs to become police officer
Eagle Scout longs to become police officer
Manteno.
Jane Hearn, 83
Jane Hearn, 83, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. Born on December 1, 1942, in Manteno, she was the daughter of…
Budget discussion dominates Manteno board meeting
The Village of Manteno Board of Trustees made it clear they are still working on the village’s budget, after a public hearing…
Manteno suicide prevention advocates seek memorial
Manteno mental health and suicide prevention awareness advocate Jake Smith attended Manteno’s village board meeting to propose a water fountain and memorial…
Manhattan.
Manhattan Fire District encouraged by new legislation
Fire Chief Steve Malone reported he spent some time in Springfield with legislators regarding fire service-related legislation and indicated he…
Manhattan begins safety study on Route 52
With speeding and safety major concerns on Manhattan’s roadways, the village is taking a step toward making the major thoroughfare,…
Farmer pitches farmland preservation plan to Manhattan
With developers in communities pitching projects from solar to data centers, warehouses, and other uses to local government, community members…
Crete.
Fatal party shooting adds to deadly week in Crete
Crete residents are reeling after a party shooting, a house fire, and a triple homicide took the lives of eight people…
ROTC students urged to not wear uniforms after college shooting
Crete-Monee students, staff, and families associated with the NJROTC have been advised not to wear uniforms or insignia associated with the…
Crete-Monee shoots down holiday waiver proposal
Crete-Monee school officials have scrapped a proposal that would have designated MLK, Presidents Day, Casimir Pulaski Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans…
Mayhem.
Beecher/Monee Police Blotter
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.…
Beecher/Monee Police Blotter
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.…
Beecher/Monee Police Blotter
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.…
Your Sports. All Heart.
Crete-Monee’s Derrin Couch chases his sophomore form
Crete-Monee senior Derrin Couch, who missed most of last season recovering from a broken leg, wants to get back to state and earn…
Vedette sports report: Beecher softball moves to 20-0
Colgate recruit Taylor Norkus pitched a one-hitter in the opener as Beecher swept Route 1 rival Grant Park on April 28.
Beecher’s Easton Lane making a name for himself
Beecher freshman Easton Lane, whose dad Steve starred for the Bobcats, was hitting .365 with 19 RBIs through 18 games.
Vedette sports report: Crete-Monee’s Taleaana Ramirez off to torrid start
Through 13 games, Crete-Monee’s Taleaana Ramirez was batting .800 with 18 extra-base hits.
Early injury couldn’t slow Grant Park’s Cheyenne Hayes
Cheyenne Hayes was told she’d never play softball again after breaking her hip as an 11-year-old. Now she’s a Division I recruit.
We/Us
‘We don’t have a house anymore’: One family’s tornado survival story
The Garcias’ survival last week came down to one decision: Kendahl’s insistence on being prepared after hearing storm warnings.
Body found in rubble of home hit by Kankakee tornado
A body was discovered Thursday in the rubble of a home destroyed by the EF3 tornado that struck Aroma Park March…
Manhattan Cops Focus on Community and Care
In a time when cops are scrutinized more than ever, and most headlines involving the police are reporting where things went…
