Bradley Shooting Identification, Local Fire Investigations, & Weekend Events in Kankakee County - Friday, April 10th, 2026

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West reports on the identification of a man involved in a fatal shooting with Bradley Police earlier this week and provides the latest on the ongoing investigation. The update also covers the legal proceedings for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan as his defense team brings a new appeal to the 7.th U.S. Circuit Court.Listeners will get a breakdown of shifting gas prices throughout Kankakee, Iroquois, and Will counties, as well as neighboring Indiana communities. The report also highlights a fire investigation in the Braidwood Fire Protection District, updated drought conditions across the region, and recent legislative developments in Springfield regarding handgun ammunition mandates.The episode further details a recent arrest in Chatsworth on felony charges, a fee-amnesty program at the Kankakee Public Library, and a preview of upcoming community events including local museum celebrations and scavenger hunts. The update concludes with a comprehensive look at the weekend sports schedule for the White Sox, Cubs, Bulls, and more.Listen to the full episode for complete details on these stories and other local news developments.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.