Chicago Southland International Film Festival (CSIFF) presented by Governors State University (GSU) is hosting its inaugural Summer Showcase event on July 29. This year’s event will celebrate filmmakers who have chosen to highlight social justice issues through cinema. Presented in collaboration with the university’s Social Justice Initiative (SJI), led by Dr. Phyllis West,[Read More…]
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7.15.22 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
HEALTHY HOMEWOOD – Enjoy Healthy Homewood Fest, a day dedicated to the physical, mental and spiritual well-being of the community. Healthy snacks, bootcamp, drum circle, gong wash, ecstatic dance, meditation, Zumba, pickleball, games and entertainment for kids. Noon to 8 p.m. Saturday in Martin Avenue Square HOMEWOOD ESTATES PARK –[Read More…]
Homewood woman files federal lawsuit seeking answers about daughter’s death
The mother of the late Alexis Wilson filed a seven-count lawsuit in federal court on Tuesday, July 12, that names the village of Dolton and two Dolton police officers as defendants in the teen’s death. The suit alleges that officers Ryan Perez and Gerald Carlton deprived Wilson of her civil rights under[Read More…]
Flossmoor police release video of fatal shooting
Flossmoor police released a one-minute, 14-second video Thursday morning showing the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of Madeline Miller on Sunday, July 10. Police advised the video shows graphic images that some viewers might find difficult to watch. Miller was killed by police who were responding to a report of[Read More…]
7.14.22 | What You Need to Know Today
ALERT! NOISE INCONVENIENCE – As part of a roofing update at Flossmoor Village Hall that has been ongoing for several weeks, today workers will be installing flashing around the building. To install the flashing, workers will use a nail gun known as a Hilti gun, which discharges nails at a[Read More…]
Garden Walk on Sunday to benefit Aunt Martha’s, Respond Now
The 10th annual Southland Community Garden Walk from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 17, will provide an opportunity to enjoy beauty and tranquility while helping two of the area’s key charities: Aunt Martha’s and Respond Now. The walk is sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women South Cook[Read More…]
7.13.22 | What You Need to Know Today
DANCE UNDER THE STARS – Enjoy the free Starry Nights concert with Street Jaxkson Band, playing a mix of soul, funk and rock music. 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Irwin Park SOCCER SUMMER CAMP – Get your kids out on the field for H-F Soccer Club Summer Camp from Aug. 1[Read More…]
Homewood schools will ask for a tax increase through Nov. 8 referendum
Voters in Homewood School District 153 will be asked to approve a Nov. 8 referendum to put more money into the school budget by increasing the limiting tax rate. At the District 153 board meeting July 11, board members approved a resolution calling for the referendum because they wanted to[Read More…]
Flossmoor police say more information on officer-involved shooting coming soon
The Flossmoor Police Department posted an update about the investigation into an officer-involved fatal shooting Sunday. A 64-year-old resident, Madeline Miller, was killed in the encounter. “We have been advised by the Illinois State Police Public Integrity Task Force that investigators are nearing the conclusion of the preliminary investigative work[Read More…]
7.12.22 | What You Need to Know Today
KNOW BATS BETTER – The people from Incredible Bats bring their bats and a few other animals to Homewood Library from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, presenting an educational program for kids. No registration required. CANDLES FOR HOPE – From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Friday, (Editor’s note:[Read More…]
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