There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

Fastest Wooden Roller Coaster in the World To Be Built at Six Flags Great America

Six Flags Great America is building the world's tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster for 2014.

My Homewood-Flossmoor, In Six Seconds

We want to see your best Vine videos of life in H-F.

Hugh Jackman's 'The Prisoners' Opens Friday

Watch our preview with interviews of Jackman and Gyllenhaal. Plus local showtimes.

Thanatos: This Weekend's Hottest Local Event

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

What’s Hot From RedBox: Aug. 3–10

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, Aug. 3–10.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

Homewood Bargain Shopper Loses Long-haired Beauty: Craigslist Missed Connections

Who knows? They might just be talking about you.

Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in H-F: Do You Agree?

Check out the top 10 rated restaurants in Homewood and Flossmoor, based on Yelp! reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?

What’s Hot From Redbox: July 20–27

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, July 20–27.

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

What’s Hot from Redbox: July 13-20

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, July 13-20.

What’s Hot From RedBox: July 6-13

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, July 6-13.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

Flossmoor Jewelry Maker Returns to Chesterton Art Fair

Barb Mason, a Flossmoor resident and jewelry maker, will once again participate in the annual Chesterton Art Fair, Aug. 3 and 4. Mason’s jewelry can be found through BobbiKahnDesign.com.

What’s Hot From RedBox: June 29–July 6

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, June 29-July 6.

What’s Hot From Redbox: July 22-29

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, June 22-29.

Sunday Comic: Gas Pain Becoming Unbearable

What’s Hot From Redbox: June 15-22

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, June 15-22.

Live Music Summer Series at Twisted Q BBQ

Homewood barbecue hot spot Twisted Q is continuing its live music series throughout the summer with a bevy of upcoming local acts.

What's Playing at the Movies

Here's what's playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus showtimes.

What’s Hot From Redbox: June 1–8

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, June 1-8

What’s Hot From Redbox: May 25-June 1

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, May 25-June 1.

'After Earth' in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

Doc Asks for Residents' Help in Completing 100-Tile Art Project

Lisa Grant Orthodontics is calling for area residents to help complete its 100-tile art project as part of the Homewood Area Chamber Art Fair June 1-2. The project is being spearheaded by H-F High School senior Justine Moulds.

Last Chance for Annual Red Versus White Concert at H-F

The Homewood-Flossmoor High School Red and White Choral bands will be pitted against each other in a battle of the bands on Tuesday, May 21. The event is free to attend.

H-F Students, Flossmoor Art Commission Install Statue at Flossmoor Public Library

Homewood-Flossmoor High School students and the Flossmoor Art Commission installed 'Bell Tower,' a statue commemorating Flossmoor's education history. The installation was attended by local dignitaries, residents and even Mayor Paul Braun

What's Hot From Redbox: May 11–18

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, May 11–18.

Flossmoor Public Library to Receive Statue from H-F Art Students, Flossmoor Art Comission

'Bell Tower,' a statue commemorating the importance of educaiton in the community will be installed at the Flossmoor Public Library on Sunday, May 19. The installation will take place from 3 to 4 p.m.

What's Hot From Redbox: April 27-May 4

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, April 27-May 4.

What's Hot From Redbox: April 20-27

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, April 20-27.

What's Hot From Redbox: April 13-20

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, April 13-20.

What's Hot From Redbox: April 6–13

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the area most frequently this week, April 6–13.

TALK Gets Nonprofit Status, Continues to Grow

TALK continues to grow, and now with its non-for-profit status approved, plans to expand even more in the Southland.

Last Chance for Zentangle Art Class at the Flossmoor Library

The Flossmoor Public Library is reintroducing Zentangle Art to children ages 8 to 12 years old on Wednesday, April 3. The class will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and preregistration is required.

HF Park District's The Stage Announces Cast for 'Cinderella'

Homewood-Flossmoor area residents take to the stage to perform 'Cinderella' as part of The Stage, the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District's theater program. The play will feature two acts, with two different points of view.

What's Hot from Redbox: March 23–30

Find out what's falling out of Redbox kiosks in the Homewood-Flossmoor area most frequently this week, March 23–30.

Art and Garden Fair Seeks Artists, Vendors

The Homewood Art & Garden Fair, which will be held June 7 and 8, is seeking artists and vendors for the summer-time event. Both artists and vendors must pay a $25 non-refundable application fee.

'World's Tallest Chef' Recovering after Brain Surgery

Jeff Goldfarb, a Homewood resident known as 'The World's Tallest Chef,' underwent brain surgery recently and is now recovering. Goldfarb is now retired and hopes to volunteer at a hospital in the future, working with children.