CN Railway will donate $750,000 over three years to support three organizations in Chicago’s South Suburbs near the company’s Homewood campus. The funding will advance programs that help individuals and families in the Homewood area who are currently experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The donation, announced on April 2,[Read More…]
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IDOT/ISP: ‘Put the phone away or pay’
The Illinois Department of Transportation is partnering with the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state during April, reminding the public to put their phones away and pay attention to the road. Throughout the month, additional law enforcement officers will be watching for texting, social media[Read More…]
IPO Maestro Stilian Kirov named Conductor of the Year
Maestro Stilian Kirov, Gibb Music Director of Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, has been named 2026 Conductor of the Year (Professional) by the Illinois Council of Orchestras. Kirov has been the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra’s (IPO) Gibb Music Director since the orchestra’s 2017–2018 season. “I am deeply honored to be named Conductor of[Read More…]
Orientation is April 15 for parents, guardians of future D153 kindergarteners
A special orientation program for parents and guardians of future Willow School kindergarteners will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, at the school, 1804 Willow Road in Homewood. The online registration for children starting kindergarten in August will begin the same day, April 15. Parents and[Read More…]
Nicor Gas reminds customers to call 811 during safe digging month
With warmer temperatures finally here, many Illinois residents are ready to begin spring home improvement projects. Nicor Gas reminds customers and communities to follow safe digging guidelines and always Dig with C.A.R.E. Call before you dig. Contact 811 or visit illinois1call.com at least two business days before digging, excluding the[Read More…]
Drama Group’s ‘Cabaret’ opens April 10
The story of the cabaret in 1920s Berlin comes to live when the Drama Group presents the musical “Cabaret” opening Friday, April 10. Through songs and commentary, the Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles. Life is beautiful at the cabaret, as[Read More…]
Homewood announces retirement of Deputy Fire Chief Steve DeJong
The Village of Homewood has announced the retirement of Deputy Fire Chief Steve DeJong, marking the end of a distinguished career in fire service spanning more than two decades. DeJong will transition into his next chapter of service as Administrative Section Chief for MABAS Illinois. DeJong was hired by the[Read More…]
Pappas study calls for halt to runaway property taxes
Cook County property taxes have grown at twice the rate of inflation over the past three decades, forcing home and business owners to turn over an ever-greater percentage of their annual earnings to local governments, according to a study released Monday by Treasurer Maria Pappas. During those 30 years, property[Read More…]
DeLuca measure encouraging rehabilitative services for juvenile firearm offenders heads to house floor
To help make communities safer and give youth a chance at a better future, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has advanced legislation that would encourage qualified minors involved in multiple firearm offenses to participate in restorative justice programs – such as social service programs, cognitive behavioral therapy and mentoring. [Read More…]
Wind Creek Chicago Southland opens sportsbook in casino
Wind Creek Chicago Southland is raising the stakes with the official opening of the property’s state-of-the-art sportsbook, powered by Kambi, in the East Hazel Crest casino. Located directly on the casino floor, this latest offering provides guests with a new way to watch and wager on their favorite sporting events. Spanning[Read More…]
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