Xandria Harris Venue Motion Denied, Arkansas Arrest in Kankakee Homicide, and Illinois Tech Safety Law - Monday, August 3rd, 2026

In this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, local headlines cover critical courtroom proceedings, law enforcement investigations, legislative actions, and regional news across Kankakee, Iroquois, and Will counties.Key Topics Covered in This Episode:Xandria Harris Murder Trial: Kankakee County Circuit Court Judge Kathy Bradshaw Elliott denies a defense motion for a change of venue. State's Attorney Jim Rowe and defense attorney Cierra Norris present arguments regarding community bias, while Assistant State's Attorney Carol Costello is removed from the case. Jury selection is set to begin.Powerball Jackpot Surge: No winning ticket was drawn over the weekend, sending the Monday night jackpot to an estimated $748 million.Iroquois County Legal Postponement: The trial of former health department administrator Dee Ann Schippert, accused of time sheet fraud, has been officially postponed.Kankakee Homicide Arrest: U.S. Marshals in Arkansas arrest 21-year-old Isaiah Houston in connection with the Father's Day shooting death of Randall D. Young in Kankakee.Illinois Children's Social Media Safety Act: Governor JB Pritzker signs legislation creating stricter online privacy rules, default protections, and algorithm limits for minors under 18.County Building Break-In: Authorities arrest two individuals following an unlawful entry into the Kankakee County Administration Building over the weekend.Will County Shooting Charges: A 32-year-old Crete woman faces aggravated battery charges after allegedly shooting her husband.FDA Product Recall: Nearly 12.5 million bottles of Rohto Cooling Eye Drops are recalled nationwide over non-sterility concerns.Regional Sports Update: Game results and schedules for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Sky, Chicago Fire FC, and NASCAR.Listen to the full episode for all the details, audio reports, and complete coverage.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.