The bell from Homewood School, the village’s first public school building, constructed in 1880, is the latest addition to the growing collection of artifacts at the Homewood Historical Society’s Dorband-Howe House Museum, 2035 W. 183rd St. “We are thrilled to have this bell in our collection,” said Elaine Egdorf, co-founder[Read More…]
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Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller launches run for 2nd Congressional District
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller is launching her campaign for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District today with an introductory video that summarizes her family’s history of service and her plans to carry that legacy forward. Miller currently represents the 6th District on the Cook County Board, which includes Homewood. U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly[Read More…]
Illinois Department of Revenue urges late tax filers to take action
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding taxpayers who missed the April 15 income tax filing deadline that it is not too late to file and that prompt action can help minimize penalties and interest if a balance is owed. “While the filing deadline has passed, the longer you[Read More…]
IPO concert to feature return of Flossmoor native Katelyn Hoag
They say you can’t go home again, but they would be wrong. Flossmoor native and violist Katelyn Hoag, along with her husband, Bram Margoles, returns to Flossmoor on July 26 to perform a fundraising concert for the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra. “Dialogues In Sound: Music for Violin & Viola Duo” will[Read More…]
State offers summer, 4th of July safety tips
The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging Illinoisans to celebrate July 4th and the start of summer 2025 safely by following proven safety guidance. Follow food handling safety tips to protect friends and family from foodborne illnesses. Avoid sunburn and heat stroke by using sunscreen and proper summer attire.[Read More…]
Flossmoor Police Department announces deputy chief appointment
Flossmoor Chief of Police Carl Estelle announced a strategic realignment in leadership for the Flossmoor Police Department with the appointment of a new deputy chief of police. “During the past several months, initially as the director of police services then as the chief of police, I have had the opportunity[Read More…]
GSU celebrates sculpture with Wright video, outdoor party
Did you know there’s a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in Kankakee? Governors State University will present the documentary “An American Home: Frank Lloyd Wright’s B. Harley Bradley House,” a look at the famed house, at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 12. The viewing is part of the celebration[Read More…]
Illinois Housing board expresses concern over proposed U.S. Housing and Urban Development cuts
On June 20, the Illinois Housing Development Authority Board approved a resolution objecting to any decrease in funding for rental assistance in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development fiscal year 2026 budget that would also impact affordable housing development in Illinois and across the nation. The resolution affirms the critical[Read More…]
Franciscan Health, partners hosting Great Lakes Regional Trauma Conference
Franciscan Health is partnering with multiple healthcare organizations from around the Great Lakes for a three-day regional trauma care conference. The Great Lakes Regional Trauma Conference is scheduled to take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, to Friday, Aug. 22 at the Stardust Event Center, 777[Read More…]
AI-powered technology at local Franciscan Health hospitals enhances neurological care
Franciscan Health is transforming neurological care for critically ill patients at its hospitals across Northwest Indiana and Chicago’s South Suburbs with the adoption of the Ceribell System, an FDA-cleared electroencephalography (EEG) device powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Franciscan Health Crown Point, Dyer, Michigan City, Munster and Olympia Fields all employ the device[Read More…]
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