Now you can add NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine to the list of individuals who stand for Pluto’s planetary rights. During a tour of the Aerospace Engineering Science Building at the University of Colorado Boulder, Bridenstine said, “Just so you know, in my view, Pluto is a planet,”

“When it comes to breast cancer in the United States, its frequency, proper screening, and mortality vary vastly across racial and ethnic groups. We cannot and should not tolerate the disparities that come from institutional failures,” said Governor JB Pritzker.

Mark your calendars every first and third Mondays of each month for Chess Club at the Kankakee Public Library! Chess Club will meet this...

Beginning Tuesday, the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host more than 42 international buyers from three different countries in an effort to increase export sales for the Illinois grain industry. During the past five years, the Illinois Grain Tour has generated nearly $354 million in sales of grain, oilseeds, DDGS, and equipment.

Clay Sterling, who teaches electrical engineering technology courses related to renewable energy at KCC, was recognized by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association’s Avenue of Advocates. The Avenue of Advocates recognizes people or organizations who have shown great leadership in advancing renewable energy and sustainable living.

Mary Harbour, 97, of Manteno, formerly of Dwight, IL passed away on August 21, 2019. Visitation is Thursday. August 29, 2019, from 10:00 AM until a celebration of a funeral mass at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church of Dwight, IL