Kankakee Armed Robbery Investigation, Manteno Attorney Controversy, and Kankakee Fire Department Resignation - Tuesday, July 7th, 2026

Welcome to the WVLI News Update with Rob West. In this episode, we cover a developing situation from the Manteno Village Board meeting, where internal disagreements persist regarding the appointment of the acting village attorney. The board also approved a rezoning ordinance for a new substance use disorder inpatient facility.In Bourbonnais, the village administration addresses public criticism regarding its mosquito abatement program, outlines new traffic safety measures at nine intersections, and approves a variance for a new 100-foot radio tower.Additionally, this update provides crucial information for Kankakee County residents regarding extended deadlines for SBA physical damage disaster loans following the March storms. We also report on a Kankakee police investigation into an attempted armed robbery that led to a rollover crash, upcoming structural changes within the Kankakee Fire Department, and an agreement with IDOT for a $100 million reconstruction of the I-57 interchange.Stay tuned for updates on local sports, the multi-million dollar Mega Millions jackpot, and the return of the Art in the Park series. Listen to the full episode for all the details on these stories.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.