Jury Selection in Police Shooting Trial Continues, Road Rage Arrest, and Momence Glad Fest - Thursday, August 6th, 2026

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers comprehensive local reporting on legal proceedings, law enforcement actions, community events, and regional news across Kankakee County and neighboring areas.Key topics covered in this broadcast include:Jury Selection in Police Shooting Trial: Ongoing jury selection details in the murder trial of 30-year-old Xandria Harris, charged in connection with the 2021 shooting death of Bradley Police Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic and the wounding of Officer Tyler Bailey.Law Enforcement Reports: A Manteno Police arrest following a road rage incident on Route 50, a Bradley Police robbery arrest on North Bradley Boulevard, and an active Kankakee Police investigation into a reported assault involving a machete on West Station Street.Community & Cultural Events: Event schedules for the Momence Gladiolus Festival downtown, along with details on the season finale concert for the Kankakee Municipal Band at Bird Park.State Legislation & Policy: State Representative Jackie Haas discusses House Bill 4982 regarding mandatory crisis helpline signage in pharmacies, and Indiana Governor Mike Braun announces a 120-day gas tax holiday.National & Sports Headlines: The rising Powerball jackpot reaching $856 million, plus local sports updates covering the Chicago Cubs, White Sox, St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Sky, Chicago Fire FC, and Chicago Bears training camp.Listen to the full episode for all the details, official statements, and extended audio reports.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.