Homewood News

Homewood's Governors Park neighborhood is a safer place, thanks to the work of Detective William Rolle.

Rashaun Barnes , 34, is wanted for driving under the influence of alcohol. His last known address is in the 2100 block of 175th Street.

Here's a recipe:A Mix one part "World's Tallest Chef" and one part Big Ten Sorority House and what do you get? Potential litigation.A "World's Tallest Chef" and Homewood native Jeff Goldfarb is currently pursuing a complaint with the Illinois Department of Human Rights against Northwestern University's Delta Delta Delta Sorority House for what he ... (more)

Yes, we're all sad about Caribou's abrupt vanishing from the Homewood business scene, but we're taking the high road.

With thousands of motorists expected to travel on state roadways over Memorial Day weekend, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that road work will be suspended where possible this weekend to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.

Marshall Elementary School will host a reunion for all alumni from noon to 4 p.m. June 14 at VFW Post 9545, 323 Old Hickory Road, New Lenox.

Homewood is one step closer to getting a new craft beer and boutique wine store, after village trustees Tuesday voted in favor of drafting an ordinance to create a new liquor license catered to the potential shop.

Marian Catholic High School saw 368 seniors get their diplomas at a celebration held at the Tinley Park Convention Center Monday.

Frieda Evans, 69, of South Holland, a member of the Ingalls Advanced Orthopedic Institute Alumni Club, bowls at Brunswick Zone XL in Homewood.

The Homewood Firefighters Union will be hosting an unusual fundraising event on Saturday, June 9. The inaugural "First Due Poker Run" will feature a multi-stop motorcycle ride in which participants get a card at each respective location along the way.

Homewood Mayor Richard Hofeld said he was told by the owner of the building where the coffee chain leases space that Caribou isn't renewing its lease, and the village's community development director had been told by the company's corporate office that the shop would be closing.

ManorCare Health Services, 940 S. Maple Ave., Homewood, will host an open house for its newly expanded and renovated rehabilitation unit and gym at 3 p.m. Tuesday.

GAAK! My favorite spot for Not Being In My House is "The Bou." A My Bou-Our Bou, the Caribou Coffee in Homewood , where brilliant ideas are born and wonderful thoughts are thunk.

Orland Park Toastmasters Club 4871 will host its 30th reunion from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at Silver Lake Country Club.

Mammograms: Silver Cross Center for Women's Health will offer $100 mammograms including the radiologist fee for patients who call before May 31 to schedule an appointment.

At least two cars were involved in an auto collision this evening at the intersection of Dixie and Willow in Homewood.

Sebastian John , one of the owners of the Glenwood Minuteman Citgo station, holds a check he received from Northstar Lottery for selling a $118 million Mega Millions ticket.

A lawsuit filed by a Homewood woman claiming she was injured in the rush of Black Friday bargain-hunters at a Glenwood Walmart store in 2010 is moving to federal court.

Rick Sampognaro Jr. could hardly contain his excitement when presented with his winning certificate naming him H-F's Most-Trusted Auto Mechanic.

Long-time Homewood teacher Wanda Gunter made quite a splash on Patch when her first blog post was featured on Thursday.A The topic? Governor Pat Quinn's new pension proposal, which would require greater contributions from teachers and school districts alike to pay off staking debts.