WVLI News Update

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Jake LaMore fills in for Rob West to bring you the latest headlines from across the region. The update begins with a developing story regarding a fatal house fire in Crete Township that has claimed the lives of four individuals. The broadcast also covers a severe weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service, with potential threats including large...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, guest host Jake LaMore fills in for Rob West to deliver the latest headlines affecting Kankakee and Will Counties. The update begins with a developing report on a triple homicide investigation in Crete Township, including details on the suspect currently in custody. The episode also covers multiple law enforcement actions, including a firearm-related arrest...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Jake LaMore fills in for Rob West to bring you the latest developments from across the region. The episode begins with a significant update from the Will County Sheriff’s Office regarding a triple homicide investigation in Crete Township. We discuss the current status of the investigation, the upcoming autopsies, and the apprehension of a woman of interest...

In this episode of the WVLI News Update, Jake LaMore sits in for Rob West to deliver the latest breaking news and local reports for Kankakee and Will Counties. The report leads with developing details from the Will County Sheriff’s Office regarding a triple homicide in Crete Township. Deputies discovered three deceased adults during a welfare check early Monday morning. While one individual is in...

Stay informed with the latest WVLI News Update hosted by Rob West. This episode provides a detailed look at the preliminary fiscal year 2025 financial report for Kankakee County, highlighting a significant shift in the general fund and the specific departments that contributed to the year-end results. The report also covers essential community updates, including a change in garbage service fees fo...

Join Rob West for the Thursday edition of the WVLI News Update, providing essential coverage of the latest developments affecting Kankakee County and the surrounding regions. Today’s report begins with details regarding a fatal accident involving a lift at a Kankakee church and an update from Sheriff Mike Downey on the conclusion of search and rescue efforts in Aroma Park following recent severe w...

This edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the results of the Illinois primary elections and ongoing recovery efforts following recent severe weather. The program covers key victories in the gubernatorial and U.S. Senate races, alongside specific local board results and referenda outcomes in Iroquois County. Listeners will also find important information re...

This episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West provides essential information for Kankakee County residents regarding the current primary election, including polling place changes due to recent storm damage and party affiliation requirements. The report also covers critical recovery efforts following the recent tornado. Listeners will hear details regarding the second round of debris pickup in...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , Rob West provides essential information for Kankakee County and Aroma Park residents following last week’s severe weather. The update covers the opening of a multi-agency resource center designed to connect those affected by the tornado with critical support services, ranging from financial assistance to mental health resources. The episode also highlights...

This edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West provides critical information on the recovery efforts following the EF3 tornado that impacted Kankakee County and Aroma Park. The update includes a report from the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Police and the Coroner’s Office concerning a confirmed fatality discovered in Aroma Park. We also cover Governor J.B. Pritzker’s visit to the area, where he as...

In this WVLI News Update Special Report , host Jake LaMore provides coverage of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s visit to the Village of Aroma Park. The Governor arrived to survey the extensive damage caused by the EF3 tornado that struck the Kankakee River Valley on the night of Tuesday, March 10, 2026. This episode captures the official briefing on the state’s response and the ongoing recovery...

The WVLI News Update with Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the aftermath of the EF-3 tornado that moved through Kankakee County and into Indiana on Tuesday night. This episode details the National Weather Service's findings regarding the storm's intensity, its 37-mile path, and a potentially record-breaking hail measurement. As the community enters the recovery phase, local offi...

On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, a devastating tornado and severe weather outbreak tore through the Kankakee River Valley and Northwest Indiana. In this WVLI News Special Report, host Jake LaMore provides a deep dive into the storm’s path, the historic 6-inch hail in Kankakee, and the tragic "direct hit" on Lake Village, Indiana. We hear directly from local officials, including Kankakee Count...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West provides comprehensive coverage of several high-profile legal proceedings currently moving through the Kankakee County court system. The update includes the latest developments regarding the arraignment in the Courtney Drysdale case and a significant status update on the trial of Xandria Harris. Beyond the courtroom, this episode highlights a major...

This episode of the WVLI News Update covers a significant shift at the pump as gas prices see a notable increase across Illinois and Indiana. Host Rob West provides a breakdown of the latest AAA figures for Kankakee, Iroquois, and Will counties, as well as neighboring Hoosier state averages. The update also includes critical public safety reports, including a devastating barn fire in the Monee Fir...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West covers significant shifts in local conditions across Kankakee, Ford, Iroquois, and surrounding counties. As the U.S. Drought Monitor releases its latest findings, we examine which areas are seeing relief and which remain in extreme drought. The episode also dives into the true cost of winter road maintenance following a recent Bourbonnais Village B...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West , we cover a series of developing stories across Kankakee County and the surrounding region. The update begins with a police response to a shots fired call in Kankakee that led to the discovery of a stabbing victim and an investigation into a domestic dispute. We also have details on a multi-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck in Grant Par...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West reports on the significant increase in gasoline prices across Kankakee and surrounding counties. The update outlines the specific factors analysts believe are driving costs higher and provides a breakdown of current averages in Illinois and Indiana. The episode also covers the highlights of the annual State of the County event held at Olivet Nazare...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West covers a range of significant local developments across the Kankakee, Manteno, and Bourbonnais areas. The update begins with police reports regarding a recent arrest following a shots fired incident in Kankakee and a separate drug-related arrest stemming from a report of reckless driving. Local government remains a primary focus, with updates on th...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West reports on a series of significant developments affecting Iroquois and Kankakee Counties. The episode leads with a major update from the Iroquois County Sheriff’s Police regarding a fatal 2025 house fire in Milford, resulting in a first-degree murder charge. The update also covers legal actions in Aroma Park involving a drone-assisted investig...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the pressing issues affecting Kankakee, Iroquois, and Ford counties, along with updates from across the state line. The program begins with the latest data from the U.S. Drought Monitor, detailing a significant shift in conditions that has left several local areas facing extreme and severe classifications. The updat...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, host Rob West covers significant legal developments and public safety reports affecting Kankakee and Bradley. The episode begins with an update from the courtroom regarding the trial of Xandria Harris, facing charges related to the 2021 shooting of Bradley police officers. We also examine the Bradley Fire Department’s 2025 annual report, comparing emergency...

In this WVLI News Update, Rob West details the latest developments in the high-profile murder trial of Xandria Harris , including reports of a tense atmosphere during jury selection involving Kankakee County officials. The briefing also covers a significant federal penalty facing a Ford County grain company following a safety inspection and a newly implemented county-wide burn ban in Iroquois Coun...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West , we lead with critical developments in the Xandria Harris murder trial . As the community continues to seek justice for the 2021 shooting of Bradley Police officers , we provide an update on the jury selection process and the timeline for opening arguments. The update also covers a series of significant local arrests, including a case involvin...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West covers a series of significant legal developments, local community initiatives, and regional sports updates. The program begins with the latest on a high-profile murder trial in Kankakee County as jury selection commences for the 2021 shooting of two Bradley police officers. The broadcast also details a substantial multi-decade prison sentenc...