Murder Trial Testimony Continues, Local Burglary, and School Safety Updates- Tuesday, August 11 2026

In this episode of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West covers key local headlines and regional updates. Defense cross-examination continues in the trial of Xanderia Harris regarding the line-of-duty death of Bradley Police Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic and the wounding of Officer Tyler Bailey. Kankakee City Police investigate a residential burglary on West Walnut involving missing airsoft guns, and local firefighters respond to a blaze at a U-Haul facility on Kennedy Drive. Meanwhile, the Bradley Village Board considers a special use permit for an auto sales business on Route 50 and approves a backup generator for Fire Station 2. Additionally, the update highlights back-to-school safety tips from the Kankakee County Sheriff's Department, insights on back-to-school anxiety, the growing Powerball jackpot, and local sports scores for the Cardinals, Sky, and upcoming Chicago team matchups. Listen to the full episode for complete reporting, audio clips, and detailed coverage on all of these stories.Photo credit: Shaw Media/Tiffany BlanchettHave 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.