The City of Chicago Heights released a short statement to the Chronicle regarding the fire at the Illinois Secretary of State’s facility in Chicago Heights. At 10:05 p.m. Chicago Heights Fire Department dispatched three trucks and two ambulance units. The fire was out by 10:30 p.m.
Author: Carole Sharwarko
Fire closes Chicago Heights Sec. of State office indefinitely
The Driver Services facility in Chicago Heights is closed until further notice after being damaged by a fire Sunday night, according to a press release from the office of the Illinois Secretary of State. While the cause of the fire is being investigated by the Illinois Fire Marshal’s office, it[Read More…]
Homewood man dies in vehicle-into-house crash
The house on Highland Avenue involved in a single-vehicle crash sustained serious damage to its facade. (Carole Sharwarko/H-F Chronicle)
Vehicle crashes into Homewood house in early-morning incident
A vehicle crashed into a home on the 18000 block of Highland Avenue in Homewood early Friday morning, according to police. At about 3:25 a.m. on May 22, Homewood Police Department and Homewood Fire Department responded to a report of a traffic crash. Officers and fire personnel found a single[Read More…]
Funeral directors work through COVID complications
Professionals who work at funeral homes make it their mission to help guide families through painful and high-stress situations. According to two local funeral directors, the coronavirus epidemic has amplified the need for sensitivity, and one said the virus has strained resources.
20-year HPD veteran promoted to sergeant
While being promoted to sergeant, Homewood police officer Curt Wiest takes the oath of office administered by Village Clerk Marilyn Thomas. (Provided photo)
Pop’s sends beefs, burgers to health care workers
Matt Kahn, owner of Pop’s Italian Beef in Homewood, packs meals into a car for delivery to South Suburban Hospital. The restaurant is raising money to support local health care workers with hearty meals. (Carole Sharwarko/H-F Chronicle)
After nearly drowning, Homewood man works for prevention
After nearly drowning while surfing in icy Lake Michigan, Dave Benjamin now teaches emergency water safety procedures. (Provided photo)
Caregivers focus on spiritual, emotional well-being during COVID-19
As we ask more than ever from our medical workers, they also must maintain their own health and well-being. Doctors and nurses are working longer hours under difficult circumstances, namely the immense toll COVID-19 has taken on the health care system’s resources. Simultaneously, they balance monumental shifts in their personal[Read More…]
EMTs taking new on-the-job precautions and protections
Residents set out candles on April 1 in support of health care workers. The project was called “Let There Be Light.” (Provided photo/Heather O’Malley)
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