october

For 2026, I secured over $90 million in investments to build and repair infrastructure in the South Suburbs and the greater Kankakee area. #oped

The gathering comes during October’s Depression and Mental Health Screening Month and aimed to showcase the forest preserves as free, accessible resources for residents seeking support for mental well-being. #event

Participants will complete a short questionnaire designed to identify signs of depression or anxiety. #screenings

The department’s message is built around the “ABCs” of safe sleep: infants should always be placed "Alone, on their Backs, in a Crib." #infants

“This highlight is unique because LoveALatte is a non-profit job training hub for adults with special needs in Kankakee County.” #coffee

The Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline reported a 9% uptick in contacts between 2020 and 2021. #dv #domesticviolence

The Crisis Center has planned a series of events throughout October to increase awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence, educate the community, and get information on services to those in need in our community. #domesticviolence