The driver of a red Ford Ranger was seriously injured Saturday morning, March 28, in a one-vehicle crash at the intersection of 183rd Street and Governors Highway, according to Homewood police. The crash occurred shortly after 6:30 a.m. as the driver was traveling southbound on Governors Highway. As he approached[Read More…]
Author: Chronicle staff
Charges filed against driver in fatal crash
Ryan Barbour, 36, of Homewood, was taken into custody on Wednesday, April 1, and will face charges in connection with a crash on March 22 at the intersection of 183rd Street and Governors Highway, according to Homewood police. The crash resulted in the death of Kyran Smith, 14, of Homewood.[Read More…]
Homewood Historical Society program to feature Route 66, ‘The Mother Road’
Will County author John Weiss will recall the history of “The Mother Road” including the northernmost segment from Chicago to St. Louis at the Homewood Historical Society meeting on April 8. Following a brief business meeting at 6 p.m., Weiss will present at 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room of[Read More…]
04.01.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Homewood Vehicle Stickers On Sale. Starting at 8 a.m. today, Homewood residents can purchase vehicle stickers. Applications have been mailed, but anyone who didn’t get one can visit village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road, to obtain one. If you received an application, you can purchase your new stickers online or through the village’s mobile[Read More…]
03.31.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Spring Break Gaming. Pick your favorite character and take on your friends in Mario Kart 8. Maybe build a castle together in Minecraft? Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will also have board games to play from 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 8-12. Trans Day of Visibility Craft Night. Flossmoor Public Library,[Read More…]
D161 band teacher Elana Reid wins award
Elana Reid, the Parker Junior High band teacher, was awarded the #AboveAndBeyond honor at the District 161 board meeting March 23. Reid, who has been with the district for 17 years, was nominated by eighth grade student Alani Jeffries who recommended her teacher because she is both motivating and empathic[Read More…]
The Weeks | March 29: No Kings Homewood, community clean-up, Flossmoor poets, egg hunt, police promotions, ground breaking drum major
THE WEEK > Your government The meeting below is open to the public. Thursday, April 2 Homewood Appearance Commission will meet at 6 p.m. in village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The agenda is available here. The meeting livestream will be available here. Highlights: Notices Flossmoor Animal License Renewal Due. The village requests that[Read More…]
03.28.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Lucky Egg Hunt. The annual egg gathering event for kids will start at 10 a.m. in Apollo Park. A few lucky eggs will include an extra prize. The bunny will be available for photos after the hunt. For Homewood and Flossmoor kids age 10 and under only. Lucky Dog Egg Hunt. It’s[Read More…]
One driver injured in 3-vehicle crash at 183rd and Harwood on March 18
One driver was treated for minor injuries and transported to an area hospital after a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of 183rd Street and Harwood Avenue Wednesday evening, March 18. The crash occurred about 8 p.m. when the driver of a blue Hyundai Sonata was traveling northbound on Harwood when[Read More…]
03.27.2026 | What You Need To Know This Weekend
Alert: Missing teen. The Homewood Police Department is attempting to locate Robert Jones, 15. He was last seen at his Homewood residence on March 24. He is 5-feet, 9-inches tall, weighs about 160 pounds and has a bit more hair now than pictured. Anyone with information about his whereabouts, call police[Read More…]
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