Four elected representatives of the South Suburbs came together on Friday to pledge their commitment to addressing police violence and the institutional racism it springs from. The news conference at Unity Bridge in Matteson was convened by Donna Miller, Cook County commissioner for the 6th District, and included Sheila Chalmers-Currin,[Read More…]
Author: Eric Crump
Village officials say Tuesday protest march went well
Homewood and Flossmoor officials said the protest march on Tuesday that wound its way through the two villages was peaceful and resulted in no incidents of violence or property damage. The march began at Irwin Park in Homewood and traversed about five miles through Homewood and Flossmoor. Hundreds of people[Read More…]
Homewood reopens Halsted, Metra resumes service as unrest subsides
Cars fill the parking lot at Home Depot on Halsted Street in Homewood on Thursday (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle) Businesses along the Halsted Street commercial corridor in Homewood began reopening Thursday after being closed for three-and-a-half days under a precautionary curfew. Homewood was spared the violence and looting that occurred in several south[Read More…]
Halsted Street businesses allowed to reopen on Thursday
Businesses along Halsted’s commercial corridor are allowed to reopen on Thursday after a curfew lasting more than three days. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
Homewood extends business curfew on Halsted Street as threat of trouble continues
Homewood officials announced on Monday afternoon that a business curfew implemented Sunday afternoon along the Halsted Street corridor will continue on Tuesday as a precaution. Homewood Mayor Richard Hofeld said reports of unrest in the area prompted the move on Sunday.
Vigil at Irwin Park on Sunday night honored memory of George Floyd
About 25 to 30 people gathered at Irwin Park on Sunday evening to hold a protest and vigil in honor of George Floyd, the black Minneapolis man whose death on May 25 while in police custody set off nationwide protests. A white police officer, Derek Chauvin, was fired and later[Read More…]
Homewood issues emergency business curfew, Flossmoor police urge people to stay home after reports of looting in the area
Homewood officials declared an emergency early Sunday afternoon and ordered all businesses in the village to close until further notice after receiving reports that vandalism and possibly looting had occurred in nearby communities. Flossmoor officials issued a similar notice urging people to stay home as a precaution.
Smaller Memorial Day observances manage to keep spirit of holiday alive
Outdoor dining allowance gives restaurants a glimmer of hope
If Illinois moves into phase 3 of its reopening plan, restaurants with patios such as La Voute would be able to serve customers outdoors beginning in late May. (Facebook photo)
Very different Homewood Farmers Market set to open June 13
A crowd gathers as the James Hart band performs at opening day of the 2019 Homewood Farmers Market season. The market will open June 13, but no scene like this will be possible with safety restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Chronicle file photo)
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