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Some elected officials want all felony charges detainable under SAFE-T Act

The Kankakee County sheriff and a Will County lawmaker would like to see all felony charges against defendants qualify them for detention under the SAFE-T Act.

By Felix Sarver, Eric Schelkopf and Jeff Bonty●

January 28, 2026 at 10:00 am CST

The Secret Food Pantry to host mobile drive-thru Jan. 29 in Bourbonnais

Anyone in need can come for food. There are no residential or financial restrictions.

By Marcus Jackson●

January 28, 2026 at 10:00 am CST

Braidwood, Wilmington mental health groups conducting survey

The Braidwood Area Healthy Community Coalition, along with the Wilmington coalition, is conducting a mental health survey for adult residents of their towns.

By Michael Urbanec●

January 28, 2026 at 9:00 am CST

Wilmington man charged in fatal crash with state trooper to consider state’s offer

A Wilmington man will consider an offer from prosecutors in a case where he’s charged with a 2024 Scott’s Law crash that caused Illinois State Trooper Clay Carns’ death.

By Felix Sarver●

January 28, 2026 at 6:00 am CST

Volunteers help preserve nature on Langham Island

A dedicated group of volunteers have kept Langham Island alive and vibrant for more than a decade. It's resulted in the resurgence of rare plants to the unique island on the Kankakee River.

By Christopher Breach - Shaw Local News Network correspondent●

January 28, 2026 at 5:35 am CST