Dear Village of Flossmoor Residents and Community Members: The events of this past week have had a profound effect on all of us as we navigate through a very difficult period. As a result of the COVID-19 virus pandemic, it is estimated that by the end of this weekend 1[Read More…]
Tag: coronavirus
Cook County distributes masks, gloves to area first responders
As area first responders experience a shortage of potentially life-saving coronavirus supplies, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced the immediate distribution by Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) of more than 33,600 N95 masks and an additional 38,800 gloves and gowns for the use of[Read More…]
Shelves are bare after shoppers rush to ‘stock up’
Shoppers denied being panicked by the COVID-19 pandemic, but they were interested in stocking up on certain items after the virus was declared to be a pandemic on March 11.
H-F Park District awards contract on work at Homewood Estates Park
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District board approved a $47,200 contract for work on plans for a revamp of Homewood Estates Park. At its March 17 meeting, commissioners agreed to hire Upland Design Ltd. to design and oversee work at the park at 18200 California Ave. in Homewood. The firm has been[Read More…]
Foxx announces office will not prosecute non-violent, low-level drug offenses during COVID-19 pandemic
State’s Attorney Kimberly Foxx announced Friday, March 20, that the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) will not prosecute cases of non-violent, low-level narcotics offenses in consideration for the COVID-19 pandemic. Her staff will continue to review and prioritize other charges on a case-by-case basis to make appropriate determinations in[Read More…]
Coping with COVID-19: March 20
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…]
Lunch is served at the HF Sports Complex
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…]
State health officials announce 3 more COVID-19-related deaths, discuss causes of spike in cases
The Illinois Department of Public Health today announced the death of three people in Illinois with coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The individuals include a Will County resident in his 50s, a Cook County resident in her 80s and an out-of-state resident in her 70s who was in Sangamon County.
Local businesses adapt: TP-beer pairings and other innovations
Local businesses have had to adapt fast to the rapidly spreading coronavirus and the social distancing measures imposed by state and local governments. In one case, TP is key. In consideration for the fact that TP shelves at stores were soon bare, Rabid Brewing of Homewood crafted a special promotion designed to[Read More…]
Cook County Assessor’s Office working remotely, some services suspended in COVID-19 precautions
The Cook County Assessor’s Office announced Thursday, March 19, the temporary suspension of assessment notice mailings and appeal deadlines. This suspension will remain in place until further notice while the office remains closed to the public.