Calumet City 60409 Pulse

Four tornadoes confirmed across Cook, DuPage and Will counties, with EF-0 and EF-1 ratings and winds up to 110 mph.

• Damage reported: homes,...

The Calumet City Fire Department is now accepting applications for Firefighter Paramedic roles.

• Starting salary: $81,345, rising to $95,366 after 3...

Women interested in law enforcement careers can attend a free Illinois State Police event today in Orland Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Georgio's...

Local employers are posting new roles across retail and government.

• Love's Travel Stops is hiring part-time retail cashiers with focus on food...

Calumet City families can score free backpacks and school supplies at the Pack the Park event.

• When & where: August 1, 11 AM–2 PM at Memorial Park,...

Heat index values climb to 95-100 degrees Sunday across the Chicago area including Calumet City, then reach 100-105 on Monday.

• Storms return late...

CVS Health is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician in Calumet City to support prescription fulfillment, patient services, and pharmacy operations....

• ISP operations recovered 342 stolen vehicles across the region from April to June 2026, including a June 26 chase starting on Sibley Blvd. at...

Safety Resources

• 🔥 Avoiding Phone & Internet Scams: Thornton Township’s Senior Services is hosting a free presentation on August 31 at 11:30 AM...

Seniors in Calumet City can learn to spot and avoid phone and internet scams at a free workshop on August 31 at 11:30 AM. Thornton Township Senior Services is hosting the event at the local Senior Center—register online to attend.

Ald. Monet Wilson of Calumet City's 2nd Ward announced plans to sue Thornton Township High School District 205, alleging her family was barred from a...

Local families can enjoy a free community gathering at Days In The Park on Friday, August 7, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM in Calumet City. The event is...

An Air Quality Alert remains in effect through Sunday night as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts into Chicagoland, including Calumet City. Children and...

• Tonight's storms (6pm-midnight) bring damaging winds over 60mph with no tornado risk
• Heat index reaches 107 today; take frequent breaks and stay...

Public Safety Updates

• 🔥 Smash-and-Grab at Mobil Station: Burglars used a vehicle to back into the minimart at the Mobil station on Sibley...

Mark your calendar for July 26 from 12–4 PM at 1719 River Oaks Drive for a free, family-friendly gathering honoring Charles “Big Pa” Austin with...

The Calumet City Fire Department offers practical safety resources residents can access directly.

• Free smoke detector installs: Available by...

Two local employers are actively hiring for hands-on roles right now.

• Bath Fitter seeks Installer Remodelers in 60409 with 2+ years trade...

Chicago Police are running a DUI Saturation Patrol in the 5th (Calumet) District on July 17 to deter impaired driving. Locals in 60409 should expect heightened enforcement that day.

A group rammed a car into the Mobil minimart at Sibley Boulevard and Prairie Avenue early Monday, then stole an ATM-like machine before fleeing. Residents in 60409 should stay alert to similar smash-and-grab tactics near the Bishop Ford Freeway area.