FEMA is now accepting applications for the Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) until March 3. YPC is a program that brings teens together from across the nation who are interested and engaged in community preparedness. Council members are selected based on their dedication to public service, their efforts in making a[Read More…]
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As virus infections surge, state health officials offer recommendations for avoiding illness
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced on Jan. 7 that in line with the national trend, the state’s overall respiratory illness level has ticked up from Moderate to High, driven by an expected early winter jump in hospital admissions. IDPH’s Seasonal Respiratory Illness Dashboard indicates that emergency department (ED) visits[Read More…]
Homewood Stories resumes on Tuesday, Jan. 14
Homewood Stories, an evening of storytelling from the heart, will begin its 11th season with a show on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at the FCC Community House, 847 Hutchison Rd. in Flossmoor. Homewood Stories will carry on the tradition of its founder, Karen O’Donnell, by hosting four storytellers. Guests are welcome[Read More…]
State agencies partner to prevent human trafficking, support survivors
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is joining forces with the Illinois State Police (ISP), the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), and various community organizations to raise awareness of Human Trafficking, one of the most under-reported and under-identified crimes.[Read More…]
Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office preliminary 2024 data shows drop in deaths
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office (MEO) has released preliminary statistics for cases handled in 2024 that show drops in deaths from opioid overdoses, homicides and suicides from pandemic peaks. While the Office’s caseload continued to surpass pre-COVID levels, with 7,202 cases falling under its jurisdiction last year, caseloads continued[Read More…]
Franciscan Health welcomes first baby of new year at Olympia Fields hospital
Curtis Lee Harris III was born to Tiara and Curtis Harris II of Lynwood at 9:43 a.m. at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, making him the first baby born at the hospital in 2025. He weighed 6 pounds 3 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. He is the first baby born[Read More…]
New public health laws, rules take effect in 2025
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that a number of new laws and rules designed to strengthen the public health system will go into effect on New Year’s Day, January 1. One of the key changes taking effect with the new year is a more stringent standard for[Read More…]
Charity solves dilemma of unwanted gifts
Did you receive a holiday gift or two that you just won’t be able to put to good use? Maybe a box of chocolates you’ll never eat or a too-small Christmas sweater without a gift receipt? All are welcome to re-gift these and other unwanted presents and help share a[Read More…]
Protections for Family Responsibilities in Employment law takes effect Jan. 1
Workers in Illinois who provide personal care to family members are protected from employment discrimination based on family responsibilities as of Jan. 1, 2025. Illinois is now one of fewer than 10 states to provide employment protections for family caregivers. Public Act 103-0797 prohibits discrimination on the basis of family responsibilities[Read More…]
H-F musicians selected for IMEA All-State Music Conference and performance
The Performing Arts Department at Homewood-Flossmoor High School has announced that seven music students have been selected to participate in the Illinois Music Education Association’s All-State Music Conference Jan. 29 through Feb. 1 in Peoria. In addition, the Viking Jazz Ensemble applied and was accepted to perform at the IMEA[Read More…]
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