Tornado Recovery Update: FEMA Statistics and SBA Loan Resources Revealed - Monday, April 13th, 2026

In this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, we cover critical legal developments and provide an in-depth look at the recovery efforts following the recent EF3 tornado in the Kankakee County area.The update begins with the latest court ruling regarding a former Paxton Buckley Loda teacher facing multiple charges. Following this, we transition to the ongoing disaster response, featuring verified data from FEMA and insights from Aroma Township Supervisor Gina DeYoung regarding local property damage.Listeners will also find vital information concerning financial aid and recovery resources, including:Emergency response fund updates from United Way and the Community Foundation.The opening of Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan outreach centers in Northwest Indiana and Kankakee County.The strategic shift in how local officials are pursuing federal assistance to expedite the rebuilding process.Additional reports in this episode include a local law enforcement update from Iroquois County, details on a major structure fire at a Kentland, Indiana landmark, and a look at the week's celestial events with Notable Night Sky News. Finally, stay tuned for a full recap of Chicago sports, covering the end of the Bulls season and the latest from the Cubs and White Sox.For the full details on these stories and information on how to access local resources, 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.