Holiday Lights in Homewood celebrates the season with an annual family-friendly evening on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the heart of the village. The evening features a tree lighting ceremony, Elsa, Anna and an elf, free s’mores (while supplies last), holiday mugs with mulled wine, an[Read More…]
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Metra holiday train tickets go on sale Nov. 1
Metra will be bringing holiday magic to the Electric Line on Dec. 2 and Dec. 16 with special holiday train rides with Santa and Mrs. Claus and other holiday characters. Tickets for Metra’s holiday trains will go on sale on this website on Nov. 1. Tickets cost $5 each and must be purchased in[Read More…]
Marian Catholic High School’s 2nd Annual Day of Service celebrates community, compassion
On Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, Marian Catholic High School once again demonstrated its commitment to community service as it proudly hosted its annual Day of Service. The event exemplifies the school’s dedication to nurturing compassionate and engaged students. For the Day of Service students engaged in a diverse range of[Read More…]
Kelly joins Congressional Caucus to support predominantly Black institutions
Prairie State College in Chicago Heights and South Suburban College in South Holland will be beneficiaries of a new Congressional Caucus focused on educating policymakers and uplifting the needs of predominantly Black institutions. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill), representing Homewood and Flossmoor in Congress, has joined with Rep. Danny K. Davis[Read More…]
Flossmoor offers trick-or-treat safety advice
Trick-or-treating will be open in Flossmoor from 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31. The Flossmoor Police Department offers the following tips to enjoy the afternoon and evening safely: Lastly, as always, report any suspicious activities and emergencies to the Flossmoor Police by dialing 911 or 708-957-4500, for non-emergencies. For medical[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly issues statement on election of new House speaker
Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) issued the following statement on the election of Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) as speaker of the United States House of Representatives. The speaker position has been vacant since Oct. 3, when former speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted from the position. The statement from Rep. Kelly, who[Read More…]
County commissioner invites Bears to check out South Suburbs for potential new home
The Chicago Bears have been exploring the possibility of leaving Soldier Field and finding a new home in the region. Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon, who represents the 5th District, including Flossmoor, issued a statement Tuesday, Oct. 24, urging the team to consider relocating to Country Club Hills. This week[Read More…]
Local PADS ministry hosts drive for clothing, other items for veterans
In honor of Veteran’s Day, the PADS Ministry of St. John Neumann Parish in Homewood and American Legion Post 1139 in East Hazel Crest are holding a collection drive for clothing, snacks and personal care items for veterans at the Veterans’ Home in Manteno. The event from 9 a.m. to noon on[Read More…]
Flossmoor police investigate shots fired at Western and Vollmer on Monday
Flossmoor police responded to the intersection of Western Avenue and Vollmer Road shortly after 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23, to investigate a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers determined that multiple rounds were potentially fired at a vehicle in traffic, which contained two occupants. There were no reports of[Read More…]
State officials urge residents to protect themselves from risks during Cybersecurity Awareness Month
What’s at least 16 characters long, includes four different kinds of keyboard characters, and is based on initials for a string of thought that only you would know? That’s a good password. Here’s an example: Your favorite song is One Headlight by the Wallflowers, and you got the CD for[Read More…]


