NFL Draft Honors, Kankakee’s $5 Million Road Repair Plan, and Bourbonnais Mayor Jeff Keast Reflects on Year One - Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West and the news team provide comprehensive coverage of recent events across Kankakee, Bourbonnais, and Manteno. The update begins with a report on a weapons call at a Kankakee business that resulted in a police pursuit and a subsequent arrest. Jake LaMore provides the specifics on the charges filed and the identity of the suspect involved.The program also details significant local government decisions, including the adoption of the new fiscal year budget by the Bourbonnais Village Board and a $5 million street repair initiative approved by the Kankakee City Council. Listeners will hear from Village Finance Director Tara Latz regarding projected surpluses and City Engineer Neil Piggush on which major roads are slated for repaving this month.Additional segments include:An arrest report from the Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group involving felony firearm and narcotics charges.A look at the history and significance of Cinco de Mayo as the nation celebrates Mexican heritage.Reflections from Bourbonnais Mayor Jeff Keast on his first year in office and his perspective on the current business climate in Illinois.The recognition of Kankakee High School graduate Keagen Trost following his selection in the NFL Draft.Updates on primary election day in Indiana and upcoming local entertainment events benefiting the Kankakee Valley Theatre Association.For the full details on these stories and more local developments, listen to the complete episode.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.