Monday, August 11, 2025

Man wanted in Gibson City shootingIllinois State Police are investigating after two police officers were shot in Gibson City early Saturday morning. Troopers say it was just after 2:30 Saturday morning when officers were called to a report of a naked man, identified as 70-year-old David D Jordan of Gibson City, walking in the 100 block of Ash Street. Reports say when officers tried to make contact with Jordan at his home, they were met with gunfire and a Gibson City Officer and Ford County Deputy were hit. Both officers suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to the hospital for treatment. Shortly after the shooting, the house caught fire. Gibson City fire says that fire destroyed the house and a near-by detached garage. A near-by home was also damaged. State Police say they're looking for 70-year-old David D. Jordan, who was last seen at the residence unclothed and is considered armed and dangerous. They say if you know of his whereabouts you should call 9-1-1.Notable Night Sky News for August 11thLet's take a look now at what's happening overhead this week. With Madeline Shepley, Astronomy professor and director of the Strickler Planetarium at Olivet. Kankakee City Aldermen to decide fate of bond issueAt last week’s Kankakee City Council, Aldermen took the first reading for two bond issuances. Aldermen will vote on whether or not to issue the bonds at next Monday night’s Kankakee City Council meeting.Madigan ordered to report to prison during appealA manhunt is underway for a man accused of shooting two officers in Ford County.  State police say officers were called early Saturday to a report of a naked man walking outside in the 100 block of Ash Street in Gibson City.  The man was identified as David Jordan of Gibson City.  Upon attempting to make contact with Jordan at his home, gunfire erupted and a Gibson City Police officer and Ford County Sheriff's officer were hit.  Both were sent to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  Shortly after the shooting, the house caught fire.  Jordan remains on the loose and is considered to be armed and dangerous.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.