Homewood votes to partner with neighbor for casino pursuit
Homewood trustees have voted unanimously to partner with neighboring East Hazel Crest in a bid to lure a casino, a gamble that could net the suburbs more than $6 million...
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Homewood votes to pursue casino with East Hazel Crest
Homewood trustees voted unanimously Tuesday to partner with neighboring East Hazel Crest in a bid to lure a casino. Mayor Rich Hofeld said the villages explored the idea for more...
Homewood, East Hazel Crest seek casino
On the eve of the Illinois General Assembly's return to Springfield to consider legislation vetoed by Gov. Pat Quinn, East Hazel Crest and Homewood officials announced plans to pursue a...
Homewood, East Hazel Crest seek casino
On the eve of the Illinois General Assembly's return to Springfield to consider legislation vetoed by Gov. Pat Quinn, East Hazel Crest and Homewood officials announced plans to pursue a...
It’s official: Frankfort backs Griffins
Lincoln-Way East has hometown backing—in writing. Ahead of Saturday's showdown with Glenbard West for the Class 7A state high school football championship, Frankfort Mayor Jim Holland issued a proclamation dedicating...
Homewood partners with dance studio
Homewood officials are investing nearly $55,000 to aid a local business but worry a steeper request to help another might break the bank. The Village Board recently delayed action at...
Cheaper electric bills on way to Frankfort
Decking the halls will require a bit less green this year in Frankfort. The village's electric supplier switch from ComEd to First Energy Solutions is set to begin Nov. 8,...
District 230 audit clean, but challenges ahead
Consolidated High School District 230 got a clean bill of fiscal health in its latest annual audit, but a pair of outside financial pressures loom. A change in federal health...
Homewood raises code standards, fees
More than a dozen fee increases and two new charges were incorporated into the Village Board's recent adoption of new building and fire codes. Trustees in late October also recognized...
Frankfort to spend $150,000 to combat emerald ash borer
Frankfort is getting a jump on an unwelcome pest. The village board has voted to spend up to $150,000 to combat the emerald ash borer, a tree-killing beetle native to...