Stolen Gun Arrest, Property Tax Deadlines, United Way Day of Action Recap, and Weekend Events - Friday, April 24th, 2026

In this episode of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West provides a comprehensive report on the latest headlines affecting Kankakee County and the surrounding areas. Support for this report is provided by the Kankakee Area YMCA, a movement dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Become a member today at k3ymca.org.The report opens with several law enforcement updates, including a significant arrest in Kankakee involving an allegedly stolen firearm and a large-scale physical altercation in Bradley that resulted in charges against multiple individuals. Listeners will also hear essential safety reminders from the Kankakee County Sheriff's Department as local farmers begin their spring planting season.In local government news, Kankakee County Treasurer Nick Africano shares critical updates regarding the upcoming property tax cycle. This episode details the expected timeline for tax bills and introduces new digital initiatives aimed at increasing transparency and accessibility for county taxpayers. Additional segments cover a community drug take-back event in Bradley, a recap of the United Way Day of Action, and upcoming local cultural events.The report concludes with an update on state legislative news from Springfield, a summary of recent fluctuations in local gas prices, and a full weekend sports forecast. Listen to the full episode for complete details on these stories.Have a news tip to share? Send us a text!