Development
Have you heard about the River's Edge Development Zone? The River Edge Redevelopment Zone Program (RERZ) helps revive and redevelop environmentally challenged properties adjacent to rivers in Illinois. Cities in the River...

Location: Martinez Tacos, 348 E Station St. Introducing the vibrant tapestry of nature woven into the heart of our downtown community, the latest Downtown Kankakee mural by artist Katie Bretzlaff is a celebration of...

The continued revamp of South and North Schuyler Ave in Downtown Kankakee continues through the 200 block of North Schuyler Ave. While most of the project has wrapped up, some aspects are still being finalized - such as...

Led by Neil Piggush, Piggush Engineering continues to play a key role in the revitalization and development of Downtown Kankakee. Their most recent projects have included the continued addition of the bike lanes and the...

South Schuyler is changing, but it’s no different from the other many changes we have seen happen in downtown Kankakee in the past few years. The bike lanes already in place so far have been extended by six blocks, creating a...

The striking round lights on Schuyler Avenue have been replaced with a higher quality version for free. These lights feature a 75,000 Hour Rated Life expectancy (approximately 20 years) and are installed on a cable system over...

Through her work as a realtor and with the Kankakee County Hispanic Partnership, Inc., Monica Pizano has helped many families make a home in Kankakee County and specifically in the 2nd Ward. We are thrilled to see her open her...

Pathfinder, a full-service creative marketing agency, has opened their office in Downtown Kankakee! Their new office is located inside the newly renovated Kotek Building on the corner of E Court Street and N Schuyler Ave...

Duncan Homes - a real estate investor operating in and around Kankakee - alongside Sky Development - a rehab construction specialist - have opened their offices in Downtown Kankakee! Their offices are located in the Kotek...

The Spring of 2022 is something Kankakee has been waiting for. The long awaited Kankakee Metro Bus Transfer Station will be completed and ready for use by mid to late spring.  Downtown Kankakee is looking forward to its new...