Best Kankakee Podcasts (2025)

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Kankakee Snow-Route Enforcement, Turkey Prices Drop, Manteno Short-Term Rental Rules, Relay for Life Fundraiser, ICC Cuts Nicor Rate Hike 5:52

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor delivers the top headlines from around the county. Kankakee officials announced stricter enforcement of snow-route parking regulations this winter, emphasizing towing for vehicles blocking priority streets once snowfall reaches two inches. Illinois residents will see lower Thanksgiving co…

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Ellen Stringer, Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society: Les Artisans Arts & Crafts Fair (12/6/25) 3:54

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Denny Case is speaking with Ellen Stringer, the Event Coordinator for the Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society. They are discussing the upcoming "Les Artisans Arts & Crafts Fair" which will take place on Saturday, December 6th from 9am to 3pm in the Expo Center at the Kankakee County Fairgrounds.By Milner Media

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"My son, Mads Pomranky, was diagnosed with a rare form of Leukemia." 17:28

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What began as a routine trip to the pediatrician at Riverside Hospital quickly turned into a life-altering journey for the Pomranky family. In this episode of This One Time in Kankakee, host Jake LaMore sits down with local mom Jennifer Pomranky to share the powerful story of her son, Mads. Diagnosed with a rare form of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)…

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Kankakee Snow-Route Enforcement, Turkey Prices Drop, Manteno Short-Term Rental Rules, Relay for Life Fundraiser, ICC Cuts Nicor Rate Hike 6:41

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor delivers the top headlines from around the county. Kankakee officials announced stricter enforcement of snow-route parking regulations this winter, emphasizing towing for vehicles blocking priority streets once snowfall reaches two inches. Illinois residents will see lower Thanksgiving co…

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Friday, November 21, 2025 7:17

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Kankakee City Police Make Weapons Arrest A weapons call made to Kankakee City Police Wednesday resulted in the arrest of a 25 year old Kankakee man. According to police reports, officers were called to a business in the 500 block of South Washington Avenue just after eleven Wednesday morning to a report of two people sitting in a blue SUV outside t…

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Thursday, November 20, 2025 7:15

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ICC cuts rate increase requests The Illinois Commerce Commission is cutting down the rate requests of two big gas utilities in the state. The ICC reduced Ameren Illinois' rate request for its natural gas delivery services by nearly 56-million-dollars. The ICC also cut more than 146-million-dollars off Nicor's Gas' rate request for its natural gas d…

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Frank's Appliance Center & Sleepsource, Franksgiving Celebration (11/20/25) 3:55

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Denny Case is speaking with JoAnne and Stephanie from Frank's Appliance Center & Sleepsource about their big "Franksgiving" celebration that will be happening TODAY Thursday, November 20th only from 10am to 6pm at both of their locations.By Milner Media

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Heather Ann, Renville Cares: Ball at the Mall (11/22/25) 3:59

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Denny Case is speaking with Heather Ann from "Renville Cares" (a division of Renville Gaming) and The Silhouettes' lead singer Jerry Downs, who is also the Entertainment Director for this event. We are discussing this Saturday's "Ball at the Mall" and Sunday's annual Turkey for Tots Dinner and Auction - both happening at Northfield Square Mall…

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 8:06

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Senator fires staffer who posed as lawyer A staffer of U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth is out of the job after being accused of posing as a lawyer for a man detained at an ICE facility. Capitol News Illinois obtained a letter Duckworth sent to the acting director of ICE on Monday, notifying him that Edward York had been fired. York was a constituent o…

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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 7:43

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Bourbonnais Board passes tax abatement ordinances The Bourbonnais Village Board last night voted to abate taxes that would have been collected next fiscal year to make bond payments. Village Finance Director Tara Latz. Latz says without the abatement, Bourbonnais residents' tax bill would be anywhere from 146 to 511 dollars more next year depending…

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Monday, November 17, 2025 7:48

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No injuries from Sunday crash There were no injuries reported from a crash on I-57 Sunday morning. According to reports, it was just after six Sunday morning when State Police were called to the Southbound side of the interstate just north of the Bradley/Bourbonnais exit for a two car crash. Reports say one car rear-ended the other...the crash is s…

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#227 Kankakee Valley Theatre Presents: My Son Pinocchio Jr. 23:45

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In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Andrew McBurnie welcomes members of the Kankakee Valley Theatre Association to talk about their upcoming production of My Son Pinocchio Jr., a heartwarming and family-friendly twist on the classic Disney tale. Director Pat Ward and cast member Ella Nitschke, who stars as the Blue Fairy, share what audie…

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Jakob Knox, Manteno Chamber of Commerce President & CEO 3:55

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Denny Case is speaking here with Manteno Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Jakob Knox. We are discussing their Small Business Season Celebration, which will take place on Tuesday, November 18th from noon until 2pm.By Milner Media

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Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Kankakee Chapter 3:52

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Denny Case is speaking here Lizzie Howard, Logan Mallard and Tim Zydek from the "Sleep in Heavenly Peace" Kankakee chapter. We are discussing their upcoming Lowe's Lumber Drive to raise funds for needed lumber to build beds for less fortunate children in our area.By Milner Media

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Riverside Sip & Learn for Diabetes 3:08

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Friday, November 14, 2025 10:20

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Full SNAP benefits restored Those in Illinois that get SNAP benefits will get their full benefit amounts for November. The State Department of Human Services is restoring the benefits now that the federal government shutdown has ended. IDHS anticipates that the remaining benefit payments will be made over the coming days, with all SNAP recipients r…

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Veterans Day Honors, St. Mary’s CEO Resigns, 315 Sports Park Expansion, Rep. Haas Cancer Announcement, Kankakee Township Fire 6:44

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor covers the top headlines from across Kankakee County. Hundreds gathered at the Kankakee County Museum for the annual Veterans Day ceremony, celebrating service members of every background and their lasting contributions to the community. Otis Story Sr. has resigned as CEO of St. Mary’s Ho…

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Veterans Day Honors, St. Mary’s CEO Resigns, 315 Sports Park Expansion, Rep. Haas Cancer Announcement, Kankakee Township Fire 7:33

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor covers the top headlines from across Kankakee County. Hundreds gathered at the Kankakee County Museum for the annual Veterans Day ceremony, celebrating service members of every background and their lasting contributions to the community. Otis Story Sr. has resigned as CEO of St. Mary’s Ho…

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Special Report: Talking Turkey with Sue Smith of Butterball 5:42

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In this WVLI News Update Special Report, Rob West gets expert advice from Sue Smith, a 26-year veteran of the official Butterball Turkey Talk Line. Get ready to master your holiday meal as Sue, a registered dietitian and "Butterball University" graduate, shares invaluable tips to help you spend less time stressing and more time enjoying the day. In…

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Riverside Healthcare 1:53

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Thursday, November 13, 2025 8:05

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Mahomet school board member pleads not guilty in Kankakee County crash A Mahomet School Board member charged with hitting a State Trooper's car earlier this year in Kankakee County is pleading not guilty. State police say in March, the trooper responded to a report of debris in the roadway on I-57 near Chebanse. The trooper parked their squad car i…

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Lieutenant LaToya Surratt, Salvation Army Kankakee 3:59

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Denny Cast is speaking here with Lieutenant LaToya Surratt from the Salvation Army Kankakee. They will be discussing the Salvation Army's annual Red Kettle Campaign Kickoff happening this Friday from noon until 1:30pm, in which Denny will be speaking again as our county chapter's honorary Red Kettle Campaign Chairperson for the second consecutive y…

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025 6:30

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Crime Stoppers Tip of the Week Local authorities continue to look for information about a double homicide from New Years Day. With our Crime Stoppers Tip of the Week, here's Kankakee County Sheriff's Department Chief Deputy, Trent Bukowski. Tips to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and could result in a cash reward. Lottery jackpots grow There was no wi…

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Pat Ward, Kankakee Valley Theatre Association (KVTA) 3:46

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Denny Case is speaking here with Pat Ward from the Kankakee Valley Theatre Association (KVTA) about the upcoming play that she is directing, "My Son Pinocchio, Jr.". Performances will take place at Kankakee's Lincoln Cultural Center on Saturday November 22nd at 2pm and 7pm, and on Sunday November 23rd at 2pm.…

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Jeff Keast, Mayor of Bourbonnais 2:55

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Tuesday, November 11, 2025 6:06

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It's Veterans Day Today Today is Veteran's Day, the day we set aside to honor those who have served in America's armed forces. Originally called Armistice Day, November the 11th marked the end of World War I and the signing of the Armistice between Germany and the Allies. Hostilities in the first world war ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of …

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Rhonda Whiters and Vernell Kennedy, Royal Impact Foundation 3:57

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Denny Case is joined here by Rhonda Whiters and Vernell Kennedy from the Royal Impact Foundation. We are discussing their "Essence of Royalty" event that will take place on Saturday, November 15th at the Kankakee First Church of the Nazarene.By Milner Media

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From Recovery to Results: Inside the Mind of Trainer Ebenezer Gideon 35:37

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In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Drew Raisor sits down with Ebenezer “EB” Gideon of Fitness Premier talk about the balance between training hard and recovering smart. EB shares how his background in sports led him to study the mechanics of the human body — and how understanding movement, injury, and stability can completely change the …

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Monday, November 10, 2025 7:12

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Veteran's Observance Held The third annual Veteran's Day Observance was held Saturday at the Ray Ollie Memorial at the AN Webber Logistics building on Kankakee's South Side. Keynote speaker for the event was Retired US Air Force Major Dennis Davoren who spoke about his struggles with PTSD and alcoholism. Retired Major Davoren is a veteran of severa…

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The Road to the Republican Primary 1:17:16

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We sit down with Aaron Del Mar to discuss what another Darren Bailey campaign looks like.By Justin Virgin

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Dr. Jojo Sayson, Ray Olley Memorial Project, Coordinator 3:58

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Denny Case speaks with Dr. Jojo Sayson, the Coordinator for the "Ray Olley Memorial Project". They are discussing the organization's 3rd Annual Veterans Day Weekend Celebration, which will be taking place this Saturday (November 8th) from 11am to 1pm at the site of the ROMP monument, located along Rte. 45/52 in Kankakee on the grounds of A.N. Webbe…

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NYC Deli Expands Downtown, KCC Explore Day, Bourbonnais Land Purchase, Manteno Rental Tax, Primary Ballot Takes Shape 6:33

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor recaps the top local headlines from around Kankakee County. The popular New York City Deli is expanding to a second location in downtown Kankakee, with plans to open in spring 2026 following a $345,000 renovation supported by a city TIF incentive. Kankakee Community College announced its …

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Angela Morrey, Economic Alliance 2:34

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By Milner Media

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NYC Deli Expands Downtown, KCC Explore Day, Bourbonnais Land Purchase, Manteno Rental Tax, Primary Ballot Takes Shape 5:44

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In this week’s episode of Kankakee Podcast News, Drew Raisor recaps the top local headlines from around Kankakee County. The popular New York City Deli is expanding to a second location in downtown Kankakee, with plans to open in spring 2026 following a $345,000 renovation supported by a city TIF incentive. Kankakee Community College announced its …

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Friday, November 7, 2025 7:29

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Coal City man arrested on child sex charges Coal City Police report the arrest of a 46-year-old man on child sex related charges. In a press release, Coal City Police say David A Hietschold Junior was arrested Wednesday following a search warrant at his home in the 800 block of East Division. As a result of the search, Hietschold was arrested on th…

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Jim Wasser, Veteran Advocate 2:10

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Thursday, November 6, 2025 7:06

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Flags across IL ordered to 1/2 staff The state of Illinois is paying tribute to former Vice President Dick Cheney. Cheney died this week at the age of 84 due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. Illinois is honoring him by flying Flags at half staff throughout the state until sunset on November 13th. Cheney served as the …

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Mike Watson, Mayor of Bradley 4:43

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Wednesday, November 5, 2025 7:45

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Madgian appeals conviction Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is appealing his conviction on federal corruption charges. Madigan's attorneys claim prosecutors flouted recent Supreme Court rulings reining in the use of the bribery and fraud statutes and stretched the laws "past their breaking points." Madigan began serving his seven-and-a…

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Tuesday, November 4, 2025 7:17

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Bradley Police arrests Kempton man Bradley Police report the arrest of a Kempton man after he allegedly threatened Police. According to reports, it was just after 11 Friday night when officers on patrol noticed what appeared to be an argument outside an establishment on West Broadway. A witness told police there was an argument inside the bar over …

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#225: Rooted in Care: The Science and Soul of Healthy Hair with Polaris Salon 21:38

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In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Drew Raisor sits down with Erica Billingsley, owner of Polaris Salon in Bourbonnais and a certified trichologist—a specialist in scalp health and hair loss. With over 25 years in the industry, Erica shares how her passion for beauty and science led her from cosmetology school to becoming one of the few …

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Monday, November 3, 2025 7:36

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Notable Night Sky News Let's find out now what's going on overhead this week. With our Notable Night Sky News, here's Madeline Shepley, Astronomy Professor and Director of the Strickler Planetarium at Olivet. Body found in river Local authorities say they don't know the identity of a man pulled from the Kankakee River Saturday afternoon. Kankakee F…

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"The Village of Bonfield Banned Rhummy." 13:18

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In the dead of winter 1938, the tiny village of Bonfield, Illinois, made national news for a bizarre reason: it banned the card game Rhummy. On this episode of "This One Time in Kankakee," discover the strange and true story of the "Rhummy Rebellion." Amid the Great Depression, Bonfield was known as a "sinless village" in Kankakee County, thanks to…

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Preview: "The Village of Bonfield Banned Rhummy." Episode Out Nov. 3rd 3:48

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A short preview of what's to come on the next episode of This One Time in Kankakee. Believe it or not, the card game rummy or rhummy was once banned in the Village of Bonfield. Listen to the full episode this Monday, November 3rd. Click the follow button now so you don't miss out!By WVLI Podcast Network

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Friday, October 31, 2025 6:47

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Multiple fatalities reported from Thursday night crash There are reports of a fatal crash in far western Kankakee County overnight. According to reports, it was about 10 last night when two cars collided near Reddick. It appears both cars burst into flame and according to reports there were no survivors. The names of those involved have not yet bee…

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Trick-or-Treat Times, Watseka Officers Under Investigation, Chick-fil-A Killing, Manteno Arrest & More 5:47

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It’s Halloween night in Kankakee County, and the Kankakee Podcast News team is wishing everyone a safe and spooky evening filled with costumes, candy, and community fun. This week’s episode covers the official trick-or-treat times across the county, along with the latest local headlines. The Illinois State Police have turned over the results of the…

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Trick-or-Treat Times, Watseka Police Investigation, Chick-fil-A Homicide, Frank Cianci Retirement, Manteno Arrest & More 6:35

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It’s Halloween night in Kankakee County, and the Kankakee Podcast News team is wishing everyone a safe and spooky evening filled with costumes, candy, and community fun. This week’s episode covers the official trick-or-treat times across the county, along with the latest local headlines. The Illinois State Police have turned over the results of the…

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Thursday, October 30, 2025 6:18

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ISP investigating Watseka Police It appears multiple officers with the Watseka Police Department are being investigated by the Illinois State Police. WCIA in Champaign says Watseka Police Chief Eric Starkey confirmed to them Wednesday an investigation was underway, but was unable to confirm the identities of the officers under investigation, or how…

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Boz Scaggs interview with Mike Tomano 10:43

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Wednesday, October 29, 2025 7:22

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Legislators propose new taxes Illinois lawmakers are considering ways to fund Chicago-area mass transit agencies. State Democrats proposed several taxes to generate one-point-five billion dollars to help the CTA, Metra and Pace avoid a more than 200-million-dollar fiscal cliff next year. The bill includes an amusement tax on streaming services like…