Participate in Homewood’s 4th of July Parade. Homewood is inviting floats, entertainers, marching groups, performers, businesses, community organizations and creative minds who want to be part of this historic celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence. Please fill out this registration form no later than June 20. Fishing Derby. From 8 to 11[Read More…]
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Mary Cantway leaves legacy of perseverence
Homewood’s oldest resident died on Monday, June 1. Supercentenarian Mary Cantway, at 111, was the fourth oldest resident in the state at the time of her death. At her 111th birthday, held by friends at Balagio Ristorante in Homewood, Cantway demurred when asked about the reason for her longevity. But[Read More…]
06.19.2026 | What You Need To Know This Weekend
Friday, June 19 Juneteenth Parade and Block Party. You Matter 2 will present a day of celebration, culture, and community at the fifth annual Juneteenth Parade and Block Party in Flossmoor. The day kicks off with a parade at 10 a.m. featuring local groups, performers, and businesses, followed by a block[Read More…]
Community members enjoy food, live music and camaraderie at Pride Fest
Hundreds of community members, nonprofit representatives, food vendors and Flossmoor Mayor Michelle Nelson attended Homewood-Flossmoor Pride Fest at Flossmoor Park in Flossmoor on the evening of Friday, June 12. Pride Fest, an annual event celebrating and supporting LGBTQ+ members of the community, previously has been held at Irwin Park in[Read More…]
Homewood library board votes to go fine-free
Homewood Public Library Board of Trustees voted on May 20 to change the library’s fine policy, removing fines in most cases and reducing the period before the cost of a missing book is charged to a patron. The new policy eliminates overdue fines on regular materials but does not change[Read More…]
Homewood board approves stop signs at Cedar Road and Howe Avenue
The Homewood Village Board approved the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Cedar Road and Howe Avenue at the June 9 meeting in an effort to improve traffic safety and address concerns raised by residents. According to Homewood Public Works Director Joshua Burman, the recommendation is to remove[Read More…]
06.18.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Baby Bloomers. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host story time for children aged birth to 2.5 years old and their caregivers. There will be stories, songs, bubbles and free play in the Rauch Reading Room from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Register here. Computer Class for Adults: Powerpoint Fundamentals. Adults can get hands-on[Read More…]
Homewood board approves second extension for Tequila Raizes restaurant
A proposed Mexican restaurant got another extension with the village as the developer tries to finalize construction financing. The Homewood Village Board approved a second amendment to a redevelopment agreement for the proposed Tequila Raizes restaurant, 18134-18138 Dixie Highway, at the June 9 meeting, giving the developer additional time to[Read More…]
06.17.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Homewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at the library, 17917 Dixie Highway. The agenda will be available here. Read, Play, & Grow!: A Storytime for Babies and Toddlers. Meet in the Helen Wilson Meeting Room at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., from 10:30[Read More…]
Homewood police provide update on alleged murder/suicide
Homewood police posted on June 16 more details about an alleged murder/suicide that occurred June 6 and June 8. Officials said the investigation has been closed. Police responded to a home on 175th Street on the afternoon of June 6 and discovered the body of Bianca C. Davis. The Cook[Read More…]
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