Homewood police are investigating the possibly vandalization of several pet statues that were part of Homewood’s Pets on Parade public art project, a benefit for the South Suburban Humane Society.
Author: David P. Funk
Homewood amends regulations on alarm system strobe lights
The Homewood village board amended the local fire code at the July 11 meeting. Trustees approved a change prohibiting the manual override of strobe lights in buildings connected to alarm systems. It can makes things more confusing for emergency services if the lights are deactivated before police and fire arrive,[Read More…]
Homewood restricts locations of day care centers, approves new salon
Village board members Tuesday approved a zoning ordinance amendment limiting where day care centers can be located in Homewood. The new regulations bar or require special-use permits for child care centers in the downtown business area, a shopping center district in the far northeast portion of the village and a[Read More…]
Chicago Heights police sued after 2016 police chase that ended in Homewood
A police chase that began in Chicago Heights and ended in Homewood last August has resulted in a lawsuit. A complaint filed with the Cook County Circuit Court last month lists 13 Chicago Heights police officers as defendants. The Leland Grove law firm filed the complaint on behalf of Flossmoor[Read More…]
Homewood trustees honor Dave Lotz for 33 years in public works
Dave Lotz is moving on after 33 years as a mechanic for the village of Homewood. The village board honored Lotz at its June 27 meeting with a proclamation. His retirement was official June 30.
Three Homewood firefighters promoted to lieutenant
From left, John Elashik, Tom Gaskin and Larry Lipiniski each took the oath of office after being promoted to the rank of lieutenant with the Homewood Fire Department. (Photo by Quincy Crump/ H-F Chronicle) The Homewood village board approved the promotion of three firefighters at its June[Read More…]
Homewood awards Marino $10,000 bonus
The Homewood village board approved a $10,000 salary bonus for Village Manager Jim Marino at its Tuesday meeting.
Metra meeting offers explanation on possible schedule changes
Officials from Metra offered feedback Tuesday on proposed changes to the Electric Line schedule during a public forum at Flossmoor Village Hall. In May, Metra announced proposed service changes “to better reflect ridership demands and anticipated development in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood.” The Electric Line runs between University Park and[Read More…]
Opening day getting closer, Rabid Brewing owner says
Rabid Brewing was granted an extension to its financial incentive agreement with the Homewood village board at the June 13 meeting. It’s the second extension for the brewery at 17759 Bretz Drive in Homewood. Rabid owner Raiye Rosado called the situation with construction “delicate,” but didn’t offer any other explanation[Read More…]
Homewood modifies liquor license for Redbird Cafe
The Homewood village board approved an ordinance establishing a new type of liquor license for Redbird Cafe. The Class 7B license allows on-premises consumption of beer and wine only. It does not allow alcohol carry out or video gaming. No more than 25 percent of Redbird’s yearly receipts can be[Read More…]