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07/11/2024

H-F grad receives national award honoring her research initiatives - HF Chronicle

Katherine Michelmore, a 2003 graduate of Homewood-Flossmoor High School, has won the 2024 Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management David N. Kershaw Award for her research, including how the American Rescue Plan Act increase in the child Already a subscriber? Log in here. This story is f...

06/11/2024

Hastings, Joyce lead state Senate races as incumbents lead in House

Issues such as property taxes were seen as key by candidates in Illinois House and Senate races in the south and southwest suburbs. 19 Senate In the 19th Senate, unofficial results show, that with …

05/11/2024

Homewood will host Metra budget hearing Nov. 7

Metra is holding hearings on its proposed $1.135 billion budget for 2025,  including one in Homewood on Thursday, Nov. 7. Riders are welcome to comment from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Homewood Village Hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The proposed budget holds fares steady at current levels and relies on[Read More...

05/11/2024

Community grieves after 16-year-old Argo High student fatally shot

Argo Community High School mourns the tragic death of Jaydin Bahena, 16, a junior fatally shot in Summit. Investigation ongoing; community heartbroken.

05/11/2024

Tinley Park teacher wins 'Heroes of the Classroom' award

Lauren Brazel, special education teacher at Tinley Park High School, just won the national ‘Heroes of the Classroom’ award. She joins Lisa Dent to highlight the work that she has been d…

04/11/2024

Hastings Takes On Gasca In IL's 19th Senate District: 2024 Election

Incumbent Hastings fights to retain his seat against newcomer Gasca.

04/11/2024

Matteson Firefighters Urge Community Support Amid “Dangerous” Staffing Shortage

Matteson, IL - Matteson firefighters are calling on the community to support their push for more staffing as they face increasing demands. Following the

03/11/2024

District 123 launches early learning hub in Oak Lawn

On a bright morning in Oak Lawn, doors opened at Oak Lawn-Hometown School District’s newest addition, an Early Learning Center, ready to welcome its first

03/11/2024

School report cards show D153 gains in English, dip in math

The Illinois School Report Card shows students in Homewood District 153 improved by 10 points in English/Language Arts, 6 points in science, and had a slight dip in math scores in the 2023-24 school year testing. Data on the Illinois School ReportAlready a subscriber? Log in here. This story is[Read...

02/11/2024

First woman to lead SD109: Skoczylas steps into superintendent role

Crystal Skoczylas has made history as the first woman to serve as superintendent of Indian Springs School District 109, a role she stepped into as the new

02/11/2024

District 218 college fair links students to opportunities

Richards High School senior Najah Steave says he’s ready to embark on life’s next chapter, though searching for the perfect college can be overwhelming.

02/11/2024

Tinley Park special education eacher wins national award - Chicago Tribune

Lauren Brazel, a special education teacher at Tinley Park High School, receives a grand prize award in Heroes of the Classroom contest.

01/11/2024

Bloom High School Wins 3rd Place in Trunk or Treat Event

The event was held Oct. 26, and saw a huge turnout.

01/11/2024

Property owners suing Blue Island over ‘outrageous’ water bills

Officials with the south suburban city say they've updated their billing procedures to prevent late-payment fees from piling up, but two property owners say the city's practice of charging 10% compounding late fees is illegal.

31/10/2024

She Brings Light: Tinley HS Teacher Wins Heroes Of The Classroom - Tinley Park, IL Patch

31/10/2024

Thornton Township bills paid after month-long standoff between Supervisor Tiffany Henyard and trustees

Thornton Township got some business done before Trustee Chris Gonzalez left due to “grandstanding” by Supervisor Tiffany Henyard.

31/10/2024

'We're giving away $2.2 million': Trustee walks out ahead of Henyard's 100% homeowner tax refund proposal

Thornton Township Board of Trustees meeting was cut short by Trustee Chris Gonzalez, but not before the board agreed to pay township bills and cover employees’ insurance, while Supervisor Tif…

30/10/2024

Indicted Riverdale Mayor Lawrence Jackson seeks reelection, faces 2 primary challengers

Michael Airhart and Rena Poulos will challenge Lawrence Jackson, who was charged last year for perjury and obstruction of justice.