WVLI News Update
by WVLI Podcast Network
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Stay informed with "WVLI News Update", the podcast that reports on local news stories with expert analysis and engaging commentary. Join Rob West, as he explores the political, economic, and social factors shaping the Kankakee area. Listen everyday, at your convenience, for all your local news.
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Episodes
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- Friday, November 13th, 2026 - Arrest in 2022 Monee Infant Homicide, Potential Kankakee School Closure, and County Fentanyl Warning · 10 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers comprehensive local and regional news coverage across Kankakee County, eastern Illinois, and northwest Indiana…
- Thursday, November 12th, 2026 - Kankakee County Veterans Day Ceremony, Bourbonnais Term Limits Push, Bengtson's Farm E. Coli Source Identified · 8 minGet comprehensive local and regional news coverage in this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West. From federal murder charges involving a Kankakee County native to a new…
- Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 - Cruise Ship Homicide Linked to Kankakee, Iroquois County Elects First Female Chair, and Kankakee County's $100M Budget · 11 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West delivers comprehensive local and regional coverage across Kankakee and Iroquois counties, alongside key state and national…
- Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 - Kankakee 3rd Ward Election Dispute, Bradley STAR Bond Land Option, and Airbnb Party Disturbance · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, reporting covers municipal government decisions, electoral developments, and public safety investigations across Kankakee…
- Monday, November 9th, 2026 - I-55 Fatal Collision Court Update, Kankakee Trail Rail Agreement, and Veterans Day Observances · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, Jake Lemoore reports on new court revelations involving 36-year-old Timothy Waldvogel, who was denied pre-trial release in…
- Friday, November 6th, 2026 - Major Fentanyl Seizure in Kankakee, Bourbonnais Library Budget Cuts Loom, and Weekend Events · 8 minGet comprehensive local reporting with this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, covering essential breaking news, community developments, and regional highlights…
- Thursday, November 5th, 2026 - Pembroke Senior Living Facility Assault Investigation, Indiana Gas Tax Extension, and Jasper County Missing Pair Located · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, get comprehensive coverage of breaking local news, regional government decisions, and community developments across…
- Wednesday, November 4th, 2026 - Election Decision: Kankakee County and NW Indiana Results, Local Referendums, and Community News · 6 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, comprehensive coverage breaks down the latest general election results across Kankakee County and Northwest Indiana. Jake…
- Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026 - Election Day in Kankakee County: County Clerk Showdown, Local Referendums, and Voter Guide · 11 minGet full coverage of Election Day across Kankakee County with the WVLI News Update hosted by Rob West. In this edition, Kankakee County Clerk Dan Hendrickson shares critical…
- Monday, November 2nd, 2026 - Bourbonnais Township Referendum Debate, Kankakee Felony Charges, and I-65 Rescue · 11 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers comprehensive local and regional news coverage across Kankakee County, eastern Illinois, and northwest Indiana…
- SPECIAL REPORT: Supervisor Jeff Umphrey on the Bourbonnais Township Road District Referendum · 44 minOn the November 3rd ballot, voters across Bourbonnais Township will decide whether to abolish the Bourbonnais Township Road District. In part two of this WVLI News Update Special…
- SPECIAL REPORT: Highway Commissioner Jason Diaz on the Bourbonnais Township Road District Referendum · 1 h 7 minAhead of the November 3rd election, Bourbonnais Township voters will decide whether to abolish the Bourbonnais Township Road District. In this special report from the WVLI News…
- Friday, October 30th, 2026 - State Line Bridge Project, Braidwood Fire Referendum, and Weekend Events · 10 minThis edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers local and regional developments across eastern Illinois and northwest Indiana. The broadcast examines recent retail…
- Thursday, October 29th, 2026 - Bradley Child Sex Charges, Manhattan Vehicle Fire, and Harbor House Holiday Market · 7 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, Illinois State Police seek the public's assistance in identifying potential additional victims following the arrest of…
- Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 - East Court Street Shooting Arrest, Kankakee County Clerk Race, and Daylight Saving Time · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, Kankakee City Police apprehend a 28-year-old Bourbonnais man following a Monday morning shooting on East Court Street that…
- Tuesday, October 27th, 2026 - Kankakee Shootings Investigation, Bourbonnais Library Referendum, and Bradley Mattel Waterpark Updates · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers comprehensive coverage of breaking local news and key civic developments across Kankakee County and the…
- Monday, October 26th, 2026 - Fatal Peotone Crash, Ballot Rumors Debunked, and Kankakee Riverwalk Construction Progress · 10 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, comprehensive local and regional coverage spans breaking public safety news, local governance, infrastructure, and…
- Friday, October 23rd, 2026 - Bradley Police Investigate Fatal Shooting, Area Gas Jumps, and Fall Weekend Events · 11 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West covers critical developments across Kankakee County and surrounding areas. Bradley police are actively investigating an…
- Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 - Bourbonnais Township Voicemail Dispute, Kankakee County Board Considers Land Bank Exit, and Early Voting Updates · 9 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, local reporting covers key county government decisions, township governance disputes, election preparations, and community…
- SPECIAL REPORT: Bourbonnais Public Library District Referendum: What Voters Need to Know · 27 minOn the November 3 ballot, voters within the Bourbonnais Public Library District will decide on a proposed funding referendum. In this WVLI News Update Special Report, host Jake…
- Wednesday, October 21st, 2026 - Police Investigate Manteno Gaming Machine Burglary, Gun Charges in Kankakee, and NAACP Gala Preview · 9 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, local authorities investigate a series of crimes and share upcoming community updates across Kankakee County. Manteno…
- Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 - Kankakee Police Investigate Multiple Shootings as City Appoints New Fire Chief · 9 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, local reporting covers public safety developments, municipal appointments, community events, and seasonal health alerts…
- Monday, October 19th, 2026 - 42 Felonies in Multi-Year Fraud Scheme, Reddick Car Crash, and Bourbonnais Library Referendum Event · 7 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, guest host Jake LaMore fills in for Rob West to bring you the latest breaking news and community reports across Kankakee County and…
- Friday, October 16th, 2026 - New Kankakee Fire Chief Named, River Health Concerns Over Indiana Project, and Weekend Events · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West covers key local developments across Kankakee County and regional headlines. Mayor Chris Curtis has announced Garrick…
- Thursday, October 15th, 2026 - Fatal I-65 Crash, Kankakee County Witness Protection Launch, and Courthouse Changes · 5 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, Indiana State Police investigate a fatal multi-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck that forced the overnight closure of…
- Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 - Shots Fired at Beckman Park, Attempted Murder Charges, and Kankakee & Iroquois County Board Updates · 11 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers comprehensive coverage of breaking public safety developments, county administration changes, and regional reports…
- Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 - Paxton Commercial Fire, $2M Bradley Water Park Earthwork, and Road District Vote · 6 minThis edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West delivers reporting on public safety emergencies, infrastructure development, and local governance across Kankakee and Ford…
- Monday, October 12th, 2026 - Kankakee Honorary Street Designations, Bourbonnais Library Referendum, and Harris Sentencing Update · 10 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers key local news, civic developments, and regional events. Coverage begins with Columbus Day, highlighting holiday…
- Friday, October 9th, 2026 - Kankakee E-Bike Collision, Bourbonnais Burglary Chase & FEMA Denies Illinois Relief · 10 minIn this episode of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West reports on critical local news, government actions, public safety alerts, and community events affecting Kankakee County…
- Thursday, October 8th, 2026 - Lockport Arrest, $55M LaSalle Expansion, and Sleepy Hollow Opens Today · 8 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West delivers full coverage of essential local news, law enforcement developments, economic announcements, and community events…
- Wednesday, October 7th, 2026 - Kankakee Garage Break-In, Harvest Diesel Relief, & Local Singer 'The Voice' Update · 6 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers key local news, public safety alerts, community announcements, and regional sports updates across Kankakee and Iroquois…
- Tuesday, October 6th, 2026 - Manteno Village Board Surprises, Gatorade Recall, & Bourbonnais App Launch · 8 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West delivers key local headlines, health advisories, community developments, and sports news. In local governance, the Manteno…
- Monday, October 5th, 2026 - Kankakee County Firefighters Memorial, Harbor House Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and SBA Disaster Loan Deadlines · 9 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers key local headlines, public safety advisories, community achievements, and regional sports updates across Kankakee and…
- Friday, October 2nd, 2026 - Appeals Court Upholds Kankakee Murder Convictions, Momence Man Arrested on Drug Charges, and Fall Festivities in Kankakee County · 10 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, Kankakee County State's Attorney Jim Rowe announces that the Third District Appellate Court has upheld the murder…
- Thursday, October 1st, 2026 - Fatal Frankfort Crash, River Rescue in Wilmington, and Halloween House Decorating Contest in Bradley. · 9 minIn this episode of the WVLI News Update, guest host Jake LaMore fills in for Rob West to deliver essential local and regional headlines. Coverage begins with a report from the…
- Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 - Fatal Iroquois County Collision, Braidwood House Fire, and Gotion Battery Plant Update · 10 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers key developments and headlines across Illinois and Indiana. Key stories in this broadcast include: Braidwood House Fire…
- Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 - 300 New Jobs Coming to Momence, I-57 Crash Investigation, and ONU Grads Receive National Music Award · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, anchor Rob West delivers comprehensive coverage of top stories across Kankakee County and surrounding areas. Key topics covered in this…
- Monday, September 28th, 2026 - Federal Jury Conviction in Detention Attack, $832K FEMA Grant for Manteno, and Pritzker on Data Centers · 7 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West delivers complete coverage of critical local headlines, law enforcement developments, and community news across Kankakee County…
- Friday, September 25th, 2026 - Bradley Police Sued Over SAFE-T Act, $51M Monee Expansion, and Kankakee County Weekend Events · 12 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers critical local news, legal developments, and community events across Kankakee and Will counties. A Village of Bradley…
- Thursday, September 24th, 2026 - Shots Fired in Kankakee, Environmental Concerns on the Kankakee River, and Manteno Oktoberfest Starts Today · 10 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, Kankakee City Police investigate multiple local incidents, including a shots-fired call on South 4th Avenue and recent…
- Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026 - Bourbonnais Industrial Park Groundbreaking, Downtown Kankakee Hotel Plans, and Local Singer Returns to 'The Voice' · 9 minThe latest edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers key economic development, infrastructure, and community news across Kankakee County. Highlights include the…
- Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 - Shooting Investigation in Kankakee, Mayor Vetoes in Manteno, and New Bourbonnais Taxes · 11 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, police investigate a shots-fired incident in the 1600 block of East Maple Street in Kankakee that left damage on a local…
- Monday, September 21st, 2026 - Delphi Murders Appeal Begins, Local Theft Charges, and Senator Joyce Talks on Data Centers · 8 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, oral arguments begin in the appeal of Richard Allen, who was convicted in the 2017 Delphi murders of Abby Williams and…
- Friday, September 18th, 2026 - Gas Price Spikes, Kankakee Legislative Reception, and Weekend Events · 12 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers critical updates across Illinois and Northwest Indiana. Gas prices have taken another sharp overnight jump across…
- Thursday, September 17th, 2026 - Mayor Vows Veto in Manteno Board Clash and Kankakee Shots Fired Investigation · 11 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West delivers full coverage of pressing local stories across Kankakee County and surrounding communities. Headlines begin in…
- Bourbonnais Auto Thefts, Lockport Shots Fired Investigation, and Local History Bus Tour - Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 · 8 minGas prices continue to climb across Illinois and Indiana, with regional averages seeing notable overnight increases. In state news, Indiana officials allocate $139 million to…
- Bradley Board Addresses Flock Cameras, Kankakee Weapon Arrest, and Manteno Oktoberfest Prep - Tuesday, September 15th, 2026 · 6 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers key coverage from the Bradley Village Board meeting, including public discussions regarding Flock license plate…
- Double Emergency in Manteno, Braidwood Tornado Confirmed, and Local Gas Price Breakdown - Monday, September 14th, 2026 · 9 minIn this episode of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West delivers comprehensive local reporting on critical events across Kankakee County, Will County, and surrounding communities…
- Kankakee County Honors 9/11, $470K Tornado Relief Milestone, and Weekend Events Guide - Friday, September 11th, 2026 · 9 minThis episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers essential local news, community updates, and regional developments across Kankakee County and surrounding areas…
- Kankakee Stabbing Arrest, Sheriff Speaks on Mental Health & SAFE-T Act, and 9/11 Memorial Service - Thursday, September 10th, 2026 · 10 minIn this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West, local coverage highlights recent police activity across Kankakee County, including arrests following a stabbing incident on…
