WVLI News Update

Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the headlines impacting Kankakee County and the surrounding areas. The update begins with an urgent weather advisory affecting local travel and safety before moving into significant updates regarding the 2021 Bradley police shooting trial. Listeners will also hear about the resolution of a messy environmental situation in the City of Kankakee, including th...

Join Rob West for today's WVLI News Update, covering significant developments across the Kankakee Valley and Illinois. This episode begins with a somber update regarding the children involved in last week’s serious pickup truck crash near Pembroke Township. We also dive into state politics as Governor J.B. Pritzker presents his proposed $56 billion budget for fiscal year 2027. Hear initial re...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West covers a high-stakes series of events impacting the Kankakee area and beyond. The report begins with an urgent safety warning from the National Weather Service regarding environmental risks that could escalate rapidly throughout the afternoon. The update dives into several major law enforcement developments, including a significant narcotics seizur...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West covers the passing of a monumental figure in American history and brings you the latest developments affecting the Kankakee and Bourbonnais communities. The program opens with a tribute to civil rights activist and two-time presidential candidate Jesse Jackson , who passed away at the age of 84. The report reflects on his profound impact on t...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West covers the essential local and regional headlines impacting the community this Monday. As the nation observes President’s Day , we look at the historical roots of the holiday and provide a necessary guide on which local municipal offices, banks, and schools are closing their doors for the day. The update also delves into several developing st...

This edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West covers a range of legal, civic, and community developments affecting the Kankakee and Iroquois County areas. The update begins with the latest from the 21st Judicial Circuit , where a trial date has been established for a former Iroquois County official facing multiple felony charges, including official misconduct and theft. The report outlines th...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West provides comprehensive coverage of several developing stories across Kankakee and Jasper Counties. The update begins with the latest details from a detention hearing regarding the recent homicide in rural Momence . The program examines the evidence presented by the state's attorney’s office and the specific alibi offered by the defense. Listen...

This edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West provides comprehensive coverage of the most pressing stories impacting Kankakee and Iroquois counties. The update begins with the latest developments in the Kankakee County Court regarding the murder of a Momence business owner. Rob West details the specific charges filed by the State’s Attorney’s Office and the potential sentencing local authorit...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West covers a series of developing stories affecting Kankakee, Bradley, and the surrounding Will County area. The update begins with details regarding a weekend arrest in Kankakee following a dispute between neighbors involving a firearm and an early morning fire that caused damage to a local wine bar in Manhattan. Local development takes center stage a...

In today’s WVLI News Update with Rob West , we cover several developing legal stories and significant local infrastructure advancements across the region. The program begins with an update on a high-profile case involving a former Gibson City Melvin Sibley educator. Court records indicate a major shift in the legal proceedings following an investigation that originated last March. Meanwhile, in Ja...

In this episode of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West provides essential updates on local legal proceedings, community safety, and upcoming weekend events across Kankakee County . The episode begins with the details of a major conviction following a 2022 shooting incident in Kankakee . Listen to find out the specific charges filed by the State’s Attorney and the significant prison sentence the d...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , Rob West covers several significant legal and community developments across the Kankakee and Will County areas. The program begins with a major update on the investigation into the homicide of a Momence woman, as the suspect in custody faces extradition proceedings following his arrest in Indiana. The report also details serious charges filed against a Man...

This edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West covers critical public safety developments and economic news across Kankakee County. We begin with an update from Sheriff Mike Downey regarding a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the fatal shooting at a bar in Momence. The report includes details on the suspect’s apprehension in Indiana and the legal steps required for extradition ba...

In this special edition of the WVLI News Update , Jake LaMore provides an in-depth report on the homicide of 30-year-old Courtney M. Drysdale . Following a press conference held by the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office , we hear directly from Sheriff Mike Downey regarding the investigation into the fatal shooting at " The Line ," a bar on Illinois Route 114 near the Indiana state line. Th...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West covers a series of critical developments impacting Kankakee County and the surrounding areas. The program begins with a somber report from the Kankakee County Sheriff's Police regarding a homicide investigation in rural Momence following the discovery of a 30-year-old woman at a local establishment. The update also dives into recent local gove...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the developing stories impacting the region. From significant legal developments to public safety alerts and local community news, this episode covers the essential information residents need to stay informed. Regional Crime and Public Safety The update begins with details on a recent law enforcement response to an...

Join Rob West for the Friday edition of the WVLI News Update, delivering the most pertinent stories affecting Kankakee County and the surrounding regions. Today’s update begins with a significant legal development regarding a former Clifton Central High School teacher following a sentencing hearing in Ford County. The report details the outcome of a case initiated by a tip from the National Center...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West delivers a comprehensive look at the headlines impacting the Kankakee, Will County, and Northwest Indiana regions. Today’s update begins with the latest information from the Will County Coroner regarding a fatal collision in unincorporated Peotone , including details on the identification of the individual involved and the subsequent accident...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update, Rob West and the news team provide essential updates on local public safety, legislative shifts, and regional health news. The program begins with details on a fatal traffic incident involving a tractor-trailer near Peotone that resulted in significant road closures and an ongoing investigation by the Will County Sheriff’s Police. The update also covers sig...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , Rob West covers a series of significant events impacting Kankakee and Will Counties . The update begins with details regarding a weekend arrest at Balmoral Park in Crete, where two individuals from Bourbonnais were apprehended after a witness reported suspicious activity. We also examine a serious warning from the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Police regarding...

This edition of the WVLI News Update with Rob West  covers a tragic weekend incident in Iroquois County , where local authorities are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash near Gilman. We also provide details on a weekend apartment fire on North Chicago Avenue in Kankakee that resulted in the displacement of several residents. In education news, Kankakee Trinity Academy has officially announc...

In this edition of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West provides critical updates on public health and safety concerns affecting the Kankakee County area. The report begins with the confirmation of a second case of Legionnaire’s disease at the Shapiro Developmental Center, including what state officials are saying about the situation. As the region remains under an extreme cold warning , the episo...

In this episode of the WVLI News Update , host Rob West covers a wide range of stories affecting Kankakee County and the state of Illinois. From a looming weather emergency to significant local government decisions and public health trends, this update provides essential information for the community. In This Episode: Weather Alert: An extreme cold warning is set to take effect. We share the speci...

Stay informed with the latest developments across the Kankakee and Jasper County regions in this edition of the WVLI News Update . Host Rob West provides a comprehensive look at the headlines shaping the community, from significant health alerts to local law enforcement updates. In this episode, we cover several critical stories, including: Public Health Alert: The Illinois Department of Public He...

Stay informed with the latest developments across the Kankakee area, Illinois, and Indiana in this episode of the WVLI News Update with Rob West . This update covers a broad range of local events, public safety concerns, and legislative updates affecting the community. In this episode: Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A look back at the weekend’s celebrations in Kankakee, including award...