Lee Provost is a journalist at The Kankakee Daily Journal. He covers a range of topics including regional interest, world news, government and politics, as well as construction and real estate, with a focus on urban development and public policy. Lee's work has been featured in Daily Journal and Acolin.
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Lee Provost's coverage focuses on local news, city government, development projects, public safety, and community events in the Kankakee area of Illinois. He frequently covers press releases and government announcements related to house & home, personal finance, agriculture & farming.
Given Lee's focus on local news and community events in Kankakee, he is likely to be interested in pitches that highlight unique or impactful stories within these areas. If you have a story about developments or initiatives specific to Kankakee that align with his coverage themes such as new businesses opening up downtown or changes in public services like the library shrinking space for a new tenant—those would likely pique his interest.
Consider pitching relevant local sources who can provide insights into how various plans and decisions are impacting the community or experts who can speak directly to topics such as urban development trends affecting housing market dynamics at the local level.
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By: Lee Provost
Kankakee Mayor Chris Curtis, center, will lead a contingent of Kankakee representatives to Yuriria, Mexico, later this month to formally reaffirm Kankakee's sister city agreement. (Tiffany Blanchette)
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By: Lee Provost
The Bradley Police Department is investigating the deaths of two people found with apparent gunshot wounds inside a slow-moving vehicle late Thursday. (Courtesy of Village of Bradley)
The city of Kankakee closed on the parcel at 595 S. West Ave. recently for $165,000 and plan to use the property as part of the Riverwalk development. (Tiffany Blanchette)
Newly-hired Kankakee Fire Chief Gary Kasper stands in the Kankakee Fire Department on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, near the wall of past chiefs.
Kankakee Fire Chief Bryan LaRoche, left, who retires Oct. 31 after over 24 years with the department, chats with Lt. Brian Porter during a retirement party Oct. 21, 2026.
Steve Gross, left, and Gary Hermann recreate a photo from their childhood outside the Momence Graham Historic House and Museum in October 2026. (Provided by Steve Gross)
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By: Lee Provost
A rendering shows equipment for Bradley's indoor waterpark. (Provided by Village of Bradley)
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By: Lee Provost
Kankakee District 111 school board member Tracy Verrett, seen here in 2021, was recently cited by the Illinois Office of Executive Inspector General for improper timekeeping at her state job. (Daily Journal/Tiffany Blanchette)
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By: Lee Provost
The Summerfield subdivision in Bradley has been waiting for a neighborhood park for nearly two decades. (Tiffany Blanchette)
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