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Parker Junior High seventh graders Ben Rodriguez, left, and Memo Lopez, right, work on statistics to help them with charting a census question. (Provided photo) Parker Junior High students in Flossmoor went home with a specific task from their social studies teachers: make certain their families file information with the[Read More…]
Following the advice of leading public health experts around the globe, Gov. JB Pritzker announced today he has signed a statewide stay-at-home order, aiming to keep new cases of COVID-19 from rapidly increasing and ensure the state’s health care system remains fully operational to treat patients in need of urgent[Read More…]
Mayor Richard Hofeld announced on Friday, March 20, the Village of Homewood’s response to COVID-19 includes suspending administrative hearings and non-essential administrative services, postponing vehicle sticker purchases and taking online payments only. Village events are also canceled through May 31. Mayor Hofeld and Village Manger Jim Marino released a video statement to[Read More…]
The Illinois Department of Public Health today announced 163 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including the death of a Cook County woman in her 70s. Three additional counties are now reporting cases: Adams, Christian and McLean counties. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of[Read More…]
Reporter Supporters needed. With businesses closing and the future uncertain, the Chronicle’s ad revenues have started to drop, and the prognosis for the next few months is not good. We will keep the news flowing, because it’s more important than ever to be well informed, but we could use some help. We[Read More…]
Be smart. Don’t panic. Be vigilant. “That’s what you need to do to be OK,” said Dr. Bernard Heilicser. “And you will be OK.” Dr. Bernie Heilicser Heilicser, the emergency medical system director of South Cook County EMS for the last 36 years, and a Flossmoor resident, says it’s true[Read More…]
As Illinoisans face increasing challenges as a result of the coronavirus, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a series of new measures to relieve pressure on small businesses, increase safe opportunities for vulnerable populations to purchase essentials, and expand health care services for patients and providers. “Our social distancing efforts are[Read More…]
Owen Eaheart, a 7th grader at James Hart School, has qualified for GeoBee at the state level. (Provided photo)
A barricade in front of Flossmoor Station Restaurant and Brewery marks a place for customers to park to pick up takeout orders while indoor dining is banned by the state to combat the spread of COVID-19. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
Schools are closed for the next two weeks at least due to concerns about the possible spread of the coronavirus, but kids still have to eat. Schools are offering carry out sack lunches for qualified students. On Tuesday, March 17, from left, Dana Pries, Willow School Principal Melissa Lawson, Lynne[Read More…]
