Episode Details

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 County that carries strict fines for non-compliance.

The report further examines local law enforcement activity, including a $10,000 theft from a Kankakee shed and the arrest of a suspect linked to multiple vehicle thefts. Additionally, listeners will hear about a new healthcare expansion in Bourbonnais, updates on the Chicago Bears’ potential move to Arlington Heights, and a roundup of the latest scores and upcoming matchups in professional and collegiate sports.

Listen to the full episode for the complete details on these stories and the Kankakee County Crime Stoppers Tip of the Week.

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