20 Chefs To Face Off In Homewood Fall Fest's Chili Cook-off

The Sept. 21 Fall Fest includes live music, food, and drink. Local artisan vendors will be on-site selling various crafts and unique goods.

Flossmoor Veterans’ Memorial Creates Local History Unit For D161

The group introduced the specially designed local history curriculum to Parker Junior High social studies faculty.

Treeshare Back In Homewood, Get New Trees For Half Off

The treeshare will be held Saturday, Sept. 7 in the parking lot of Village Hall, 2020 Chestnut Rd.

4 Trustees Don't Show Up To Village Board Meeting In Troubled Chicago Suburb Of Dolton

The drama erupted again Tuesday night at a monthly meeting of the Dolton Village Board of Trustees—after four members did not show up.

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Flossmoor Recyclepalooza Returns Saturday, September 21

The event is held in the parking lot of Parker Junior High.

'Centennial' Piece A Collaboration, Tribute To Flossmoor's 100th Year

The 7-ft. sculpture was created by Homewood-Flossmoor High School students, with others playing their own parts in its creation.

Matteson Teen Charged With Murder After Shooting Relative: Sheriff

The boy, 15, shot a relative during a verbal dispute Monday, Aug. 26, in the 22000 block of Governors Highway, the sheriff's office said.

Modern Day 'Diggers' Show 19th Century Life Through Artifacts

A suburban genealogical and historical society hosts Michael and Mario Bovino, experts in unearthing the past in the Chicago area.

Visit Chicago Southland Releases Updated Railfan Brochure

​Visit Chicago Southland’s long-published Railfan Brochure has been updated, and ten-thousand copies have been printed for distribution.

Flossmoor D161 To Receive $255K In Grant Money: Senator Joyce

Flossmoor D161 is among 20 schools in the 40th Legislative district to benefit from an evidence-based funding formula implemented in 2017.

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Franciscan Health to host suicide prevention events

Olympia Fields hospital hosting suicide prevention course while Dyer hospital hosts its inaugural suicide awareness event on Sept. 12

Golfers rally at St. Coletta’s 35th Annual Kennedy Invitational

Raise $150,000 for life-changing care

Jason Keller scores first hole-in-one at charity tournament

Adds excitement to St. Coletta’s 35th Annual Kennedy Golf Invitational

'Kegs & Eggs' Added As Post-Race Party After Hidden Gem Half Marathon

Flossmoor has added a Kegs & Eggs celebration immediately after the Sept. 7 race.

Proactive Community Services Receives $100,000 Impact Grant

Grant from Northern Illinois Community Initiatives (NICI) Awarded to Expand Workforce Development Efforts in South Suburban Cook County

Comptroller Withholds Money From Dolton Over Missing Financial Reports

If Dolton continues to fail to file the reports, the comptroller will impose audits and fines of up to $78,600.

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Dolton Deputy Police Chief Pleads Not Guilty To Bankruptcy Fraud Charges

It was just the latest in an ongoing saga of controversy surrounding the Dolton village government.

Izaak Walton Calendar Photo Contest In Full Swing, Entry Deadline Soon

The "Seasons Of Izaak Walton/2025" photo competition seeks photos capturing the Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve.

$1 Million Winning Lotto Ticket Sold At Homewood Mini Mart

The ticket was purchased for the Monday, Aug. 12 drawing. It was bought at a convenience store in Homewood.

Dolton Deputy Chief Charged With Bankruptcy Fraud: Authorities

The indictment is part of an ongoing federal investigation, authorities said.

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Homewood Citizens Academy Back For Second Year, Registration Open Now

Applications for the six-week course are open now, until Sept. 3.

Can sound waves destroy prostate cancer?

Minimally invasive procedure offers effective prostate cancer treatment with fewer side effects than conventional surgery

Woman, 22, Dies After Struck By 2 Cars On Kedzie: Hazel Crest PD

Two cars hit Tamia Costello, of Park Forest, Thursday night before fleeing the scene, Hazel Crest police said.

Chicago Suburb Of Dolton Dips Into "TIF" Money For Payroll, Freezes Credit Card Spending

"It's unfortunate, but we have to make these decisions so we can make payroll," Trustee Brittney Norwood said.

Golfers, Sponsors Sought For Cancer Support Center Fundraiser

The Cancer Support Center's 33rd annual golf outing is set for Monday, Sept. 9 at Idlewild Country Club in Flossmoor.

Celebrate Michael Jackson's Birthday at Hard Rock Casino in Gary

Celebrate Michael Jackson's birthday weekend in Michael's hometown of Gary at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana.

Homewood Hiring Three Full-time Firefighter/Paramedics: Village

Applications are available online and must be returned no later than Sept. 6.

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Juvenile Caught With Illegal Machine Gun In Park: Park Forest PD

The juvenile was found with a loaded handgun that was altered to be fully automatic, Park Forest police said.

“Organized Crime in Chicago during Prohibition” by John Binder

Thornton Historical Society presents: “Organized Crime in Chicago during Prohibition” by John Binder

Homewood Launches Online Form To Report Storm Damage

The form is accessible through the Village's website, and will collect responses through July 31.

Flossmoor Resident Stars in "Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea"

Aundria Trenay Is Featured In Pegasus Theatre Chicago’s Latest Play

Visit Chicago Southland Receives International Designation

Visit Chicago Southland was awarded with the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) designation by Destinations International.

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Flossmoor Hit By 1 Of 19 Confirmed Tornadoes, Count Still Ongoing: NWS

The tornado count for Monday's derecho event continues to rise, with an EF-1 tornado confirmed to have hit Flossmoor.