Homewood To Replace Outdated Emergency Sirens

The old emergency sirens will be swapped out for newer ones that can be sounded through the dispatch center.

Flossmoor Police Chief To Retire After Nearly 3 Decades With PD

Flossmoor Police Chief Tod Kamleiter will retire effective in December, the Village has announced.

Hundreds At H-F March Against School's Response To Sex Assault Claim

Students took to Kedzie Avenue Thursday afternoon to voice their disapproval of how the school has handled a claim of a sexual assault.

Students To Walk Out At Homewood-Flossmoor Over Sex Assault Response

Students will protest at Homewood-Flossmoor High School Thursday afternoon, after the school's response to a student's sexual assault claim.

Forum Set For Students After Alleged Sexual Assault at H-F High School

Students of Homewood-Flossmoor High School students are invited to participate in a forum after school Tuesday.

Flossmoor 'At A Boil' After Police Shooting, Residents Seek Solutions

A forum held Saturday, Oct. 29 was heated at times as officials tried to foster conversation following a fatal police shooting in July.

Volunteers Needed For Flossmoor's Annual Fall Tree Planting

The Flossmoor Green Commission needs extra hands Saturday, Nov. 5.

Change In Venue For Community Forum On Police, Citizen Relations

The forum will still take place Oct. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. Only the location has changed.

Homewood's Ravisloe Country Club Achieves Status As Arboretum

Ravisloe qualified for arboretum by having a minimum of 50 species of trees lining their course and property. They have 100 varieties.

NAACP To Host Voting Rights Event In Homewood

The event will be held Oct. 29 at the Homewood Public Library.

$1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold At Calumet City Store

A lucky customer won $1 million.

Hundreds Of Volunteers To Add 300 Trees To Flossmoor's Canopy

"Plant the Gem" will bring native trees to their new home in Flossmoor, in spots where the village's tree-scape is thinning.

Inflation Affecting 2022 Pumpkin Prices In Homewood-Flossmoor

Finding the best fall pumpkin at a field in or near Homewood-Flossmoor could come at an increased cost this year.

Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve 2023 Calendar On Sale Now

The calendar features photos of the preserve throughout the seasons.

Culver's Locations To Donate Day's Sales To Crash Victim's Family

Locations in Homewood and Tinley will hold A Day for Zack, with 20 percent of proceeds going to the family of Zack Kulak.

Homewood-Flossmoor Runners Complete 2022 Chicago Marathon

The 44th edition of the race featured more than 40,000 runners Sunday in Chicago.

Flossmoor To Host Community Forum On Police, Citizen Relations

Local experts on community relations, inclusion, equity and policing slotted to participate in the community dialogue.

Homewood Carjacking Victim: 'I Thought It Would Never Happen To Me'

Kevin O'Donnell is still shaken by being threatened at gunpoint and his car stolen, as he was dragged from the passenger door.

Winners Announced For 2023 Homewood Izaak Walton Photo Calendar

​Details on the sale of the calendars will be announced soon.

'It's A Nightmare:' Wife Grieves Husband, Father of 4 Killed In Crash

Homewood resident Zack Kulak, 33, was killed in a crash in Markham Friday. Now his wife Katelyn struggles to face a new reality.

Take Your Pick: Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Homewood-Flossmoor

Pumpkin season is here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Homewood-Flossmoor.

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Homewood Fire Department Mourns Death Of Former Chief

Retired fire chief Raymond Presnak died Sunday, Sept. 18. Presnak served Homewood for more than 30 years.

Homewood Police Searching For Man Who Abandoned Dog At Park

Homewood Police are hoping someone might know the owner, or that they'll find a safe place for the pup to land.

Homewood's New Water Supply Project Complete, In Full Flow

The Village completed the project on time and within budget, officials said Tuesday following a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Plum Creek Nature Center hosts 'Dive In!'

This free, all-ages water conservation-themed event on Sept. 24 will feature pond exploration, turtles, water games and birds of prey.

At Capacity With Animals, South Suburban Humane Society In Crisis Mode

Flooded with animals in need of adoption, South Suburban Humane Society put out a call for help on social media Monday.

For Her 108th Birthday, Send Homewood's Oldest Resident A Card

Mary Cantway will turn 108 on Sept. 30, and the Village is asking anyone interested to send her a birthday card and well wishes.

Know Before You Go: Flossmoor Fest 2022

Hidden Gem Half Marathon precedes the start of Flossmoor Fest. Fest fun starts at 1 p.m.

​Pick Of The Patch: Where To Find A Pumpkin Near Homewood-Flossmoor

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Homewood-Flossmoor.

Izaak Walton Photo Calendar Submission Deadline Extended

The deadline for photo submissions has been extended to midnight Friday, Sept. 16.

Homewood Hiring Full-Time Firefighters

Applications are available online and must be returned no later than Sept. 16.

Save The Date For Homewood's Fall Fest

Homewood's Fall Fest is scheduled to return Saturday, Sept. 24.

Treeshare Returns to Homewood Farmers' Market in September

Homewood residents can buy discounted trees at the farmers' market on two dates in September.

Take 2! Meet With Your Homewood-Flossmoor Patch Editor (Please?)

Your Patch editor is doing another sit-down opportunity Sept. 9 for all H-F Patch readers, and she majorly needs your help!

Flossmoor Appoints New Deputy Chief Of Police

Deputy Police Chief Clinton Wagner has retired, effective August 26.

Return Of Flossmoor's Hidden Gem Half Marathon Set For Sept. 10

The run will weave its way through Flossmoor neighborhoods and streets. Registration is open!

All Aboard The Craft Beer Train

Pull your train into Flossmoor Station Brewing Company for new seasonal beers and something for everyone at their unique South Side spot.

Feds' Mistake Costs South Holland Retiree More Than $49,000 In Pension Payments

Beatrice Fells told CBS she is behind on her mortgage payments due to an error by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Cop's Fatal Shots Were 'Difficult, But Necessary': Flossmoor Chief

Residents continue to demand answers from the Village and police regarding the July 10 police shooting of Madeline Miller, 64.