Bourbonnais House Fire, Major KAMEG Drug Raid, and Bradley Village Board Updates - Tuesday, May 12th, 2026

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West covers a series of significant events impacting Bourbonnais, Bradley, and the greater Kankakee area. The report begins with details on a residential fire on Turnberry Lane that resulted in extensive damage and the displacement of a local family.The update also features several law enforcement reports, including a major multi-agency search warrant executed at a Kankakee business that led to the seizure of weapons, narcotics, and ballistic equipment. Additionally, the program details a recent drug arrest involving a vacant property and an investigation into a violent assault on the city's south side.Listeners will also hear about recent decisions from the Bradley Village Board regarding abandoned properties and the upcoming community-wide garage sale. The episode covers legislative concerns from 53rd District State Senator Chris Balkema regarding proposed taxes on digital advertising and biodiesel fuels.Other topics in this update include:A five-star recognition for Iroquois Home Health.Details on Bradley’s security camera rebate program for residents.A fatal accident investigation in Sauk Village.AAA’s travel forecast for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.A comprehensive look at regional sports, including updates on the Cubs, Sox, and the NBA playoffs.For the full details on these stories and more, listen to the complete episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West.Have a news tip to share? Send us a text!Listen to more great shows on the WVLI Podcast Network:This One Time in Kankakee  (Narrative Storytelling)Kankakee Valley Community Happenings  (Businesses & Non-Profits)The voices you trust, beyond the dial.