
Kankakee Podcast
A podcast about the people and places of Kankakee County, IL.
Kankakee Podcast
Manteno Robbery, ComEd Relief, Bond Sale, Gotion Lawsuit, NYC Deli Expansion
This week on Kankakee Podcast News, host Drew Raisor covers the top stories making headlines across the county. A nearly $10 million bond sale advances through the Kankakee City Council, aiming to support road repairs and emergency services. ComEd’s $10 million Customer Relief Fund closes just two weeks after launching due to overwhelming demand. In Manteno, a 20-year-old man is arrested following an alleged knifepoint robbery. Legal proceedings move forward in the lawsuit surrounding the proposed Gotion EV battery plant, with the case now entering the discovery phase. Downtown Kankakee is set to welcome a second New York City Deli location, bringing new energy to South Schuyler Avenue. Proudly sponsored by Stefari Coffeehouse and the Alkebulan History Center.