Kankakee Podcast
A podcast about the people and places of Kankakee County, IL.
Podcasting since 2021 • 349 episodes
Kankakee Podcast
Latest Episodes
NYC Deli Expands Downtown, KCC Explore Day, Bourbonnais Land Purchase, Manteno Rental Tax, Primary Ballot Takes Shape
In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor recaps the top local headlines from around Kankakee County. The popular New York City Deli is expanding to a second location in downtown Kankakee, with plans to open in sprin...
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#225: Rooted in Care: The Science and Soul of Healthy Hair with Polaris Salon
In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Drew Raisor sits down with Erica Billingsley, owner of Polaris Salon in Bourbonnais and a certified trichologist—a specialist in scalp health and hair loss. With over 25 years in the industry, Erica...
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Trick-or-Treat Times, Watseka Police Investigation, Chick-fil-A Homicide, Frank Cianci Retirement, Manteno Arrest & More
It’s Halloween night in Kankakee County, and the Kankakee Podcast News team is wishing everyone a safe and spooky evening filled with costumes, candy, and community fun. This week’s episode covers the official trick-or-treat times acro...
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#224: Turning Sweat Into Success: The Keegan Mraz Story
In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Drew Raisor sits down with Keegan Mraz, co-owner of four Fitness Premier locations, to talk about the mindset, discipline, and hard work behind building both muscle and a business. From his start as...
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Halloween Events, Fire Investigation, KRMA Settlement, and More
This week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News highlights some of the biggest stories around the county as of Friday, October 24, 2025. With Halloween right around the corner, Kankakee County is offering a range of festive activit...
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