Primary Election Results and Post-Storm Updates in Kankakee County - Wednesday, March 18th, 2026

This edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the results of the Illinois primary elections and ongoing recovery efforts following recent severe weather. The program covers key victories in the gubernatorial and U.S. Senate races, alongside specific local board results and referenda outcomes in Iroquois County.Listeners will also find important information regarding a significant overnight spike in gas prices across the Land of Lincoln and the neighboring Hoosier state. The update includes critical safety and recovery resources for residents affected by last week's storms, featuring guidance from Kankakee County Sheriff Mike Downey and local municipal leaders on reporting damage and avoiding home repair scams.Additional segments highlight a new infrastructure project in Bourbonnais, local law enforcement investigations into a recent burglary and a shots-fired incident, and a full wrap-up of regional sports, including the latest from the Blackhawks, Bulls, and Spring Training baseball.Listen to the full episode for specific election percentages, gas price averages by county, and detailed safety instructions from local authorities.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.