4th Of July Pool Safety: Tips To Prevent Drowning In H-F

Swimming pool dangers persist, especially for children, in Homewood and Flossmoor.

Gun Pulled At James Hart School Sports Complex Game: Police

Weapons, alcohol, cannabis and crashing into light poles. A look at the recent blotter from the Homewood Police Department.

H-F Parents May Have Products Linked To 90 Baby Deaths

New federal safety regulations for baby sleep products may affect what Homewood and Flossmoor parents already have in their homes.

Homewood PD Becomes Internet Purchase Exchange Location

This new feature comes as the Homewood Police Department entered a partnership agreement with OfferUp.

Wife Charged With First-Degree Murder After Husband Shot Dead

Rachel James, 43, of Manhattan was taken into custody Tuesday and will appear in bond court on Wednesday, according to Homewood Police.

Homewood Fire Looking To Hire: See Requirements

The Village of Homewood is accepting applications for firefighters paramedics.

Guard Foils Robbery At US Bank In Homewood: Chief McGrath

The robbery happened around 10:30 a.m., according to Homewood Police Chief Denise McGrath​.

GoFundMe Launched For Girl Killed By Gunfire In Hazel Crest

Erica Gibson, of Chicago, was fatally shot in the head over the weekend, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.

Country Club Hills Resident Shot Dead In Homewood: Police

The Cook County Medical Examiner’s office ruled Robert James Jr.'s death a homicide

No Charges To Be Filed In 12-Year-Old Erica Gibson's Death

"The investigation shows this to be another case of young people having access to an unsecured weapon in a home that had a tragic accident."

12-Year-Old Girl Shot Dead In Hazel Crest, Ruled Homicide

The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled Erica Gibson's death a homicide.

Homewood Police Chief: 'Do Better, To Be Better'

Police Chief Denise McGrath recognizes there is always room for improvement, even in Homewood's police department.

Flossmoor Police Chief Talks Community After Derek Chauvin Trial

"As a community we must continue to have meaningful dialogue and work together as we look toward a place of healing and unity."

Homewood Warns Residents Of Civil Unrest

A verdict has been reached in the trial of Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin. Homewood has alerted residents.

13-Year-Old Struck By Bullet In Car: Homewood Police

It happened in the 18800 block of Castle Road in Homewood, according to police.

Flossmoor To Appoint New Fire Chief

Robert Kopec will be appointed to the position of Fire Chief of the Flossmoor Fire Department effective April 5​.

Homewood Police Chief William Alcott Retires

Deputy Chief Denise McGrath will take on the role of Chief of Police starting Feb. 26.

Flossmoor Police Department To Host Safety Information Sessions

The sessions will focus on current crime trends, including carjacking and vehicle thefts, and offer safety tips.

Carjackers Open Fire As Victim Drives Off: Homewood Police

When the owner of the car attempted to drive off, two of the men began firing gunshots, striking multiple homes and cars, police said.

ComEd Warns Against Local Scams

Individuals are posing as employees from ComEd and other utility companies in order to invade homes.

As Puppy Scams Peak, Adopt A Pet At A Shelter Near H-F

A spike in pet scams continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holidays approach in Homewood and Flossmoor.

Boy, 1, Found Safe; Man Wanted In Double Homicide Still At Large

Clarence Hebron is accused of abducting his 1-year-old son and killing the boy's mother and uncle. The toddler has been found safe.

Rising Retail Theft In Homewood: Police Reports

In less than 30 days, the Village of Homewood has had six instances of retail theft within the town, according to police reports.

Dad Accused In Child Abduction Arrested In Cook County: Sheriff

He's accused of taking the 2-month-old after a domestic disturbance. He was arrested in the Chicago area and more charged could be pending.

State Police Release Dashcam Video Of Fatal Harvey Traffic Stop

Troopers pulled over a woman near 147th and Halsted streets for failing to turn her lights on. Minutes later, a man was dead.

17 Sex Offenders In Homewood-Flossmoor: 2020 Safety Map

There are a combined total of 17 sex offenders recorded as living in Homewood and Flossmoor in 2020.

Man Dies After Gun Discharges During Struggle With Officer

Police implied the shooting was unintentional, but the details aren't clear.

Firefighter, 29, Dies After Dive Training Exercise

Dylan Cunningham of the South Holland Fire Department died Wednesday evening.

Gun Found During Traffic Stop: Homewood Police

Homewood police said a handgun was found during a traffic stop on Sept. 2.

Indiana Man Fired Gun At Gas Station, Wounding 1: Cops

Homewood police said a 20-year-old Indiana man shot from a car window, hitting a man at Speedway.

Homewood Reports Uptick In Thefts

Theft reports in Homewood from Aug. 26 to Aug. 29.

Calumet City Officer Fired, Woman Says He Touched Her Inappropriately

It all started with a Facebook post. “I couldn’t keep it to myself,” said LaToya Thompson.

Man Dies Following Contact With Live Wire In South Suburbs

CBS 2 has learned that neighbors sounded the alarm hours before. CBS 2’s Charlie De Mar also spoke to Rice’s family.

Paraplegic Accused Of Shooting Fellow Nursing Home Resident

A paralyzed nursing home resident shot and killed another resident in Homewood on Saturday morning, police said.

TCF Bank in Homewood Robbed Monday Afternoon

TCF Bank was robbed by a man in his mid-20's Monday evening, police said.

330 Grams Of Pot Found On Driver With Fake License, Cops Say

A 31-year-old from Park Forest was charged.

Stolen Car, DUIs, Retail Thefts: Homewood Police Blotter

The most recent arrests made by the Homewood Police Department.

Suspect In Disappearance Of Ft Hood Soldier IDed As Illinois Man

An Illinois man, wanted in connection with Vanessa Guillen's death, fatally shot himself as police were closing in, authorities said.

DUI Checkpoint On I-294 In East Hazel Crest Night Before 4th

State police officers will be looking for drunk drivers on the Tri-State Tollway Friday night.

DUI, Criminal Trespass, Retail Theft: Homewood Police Blotter

The most recent arrests made by the Homewood Police Department.