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Chief Judge says courthouse renovation design underway; new chief judge to take office Jan. 1

5965926 · October 15, 2025
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Chief Judge Thomas Cuddington reported the courthouse is in the design phase and estimated a mid-2026 construction start; judges elected Bill Dickinson as the next chief judge effective Jan. 1.

KANKAKEE COUNTY, Ill. — Chief Judge Thomas Cuddington told the Kankakee County Criminal Justice Committee on Oct. 15 that the county courthouse renovations are in the architectural and engineering design phase and that bids will follow completion of that work.

Cuddington said architects and engineers inspected ceiling spaces and measured HVAC needs while the courthouse was closed for a day to facilitate the work. He said he has heard…

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