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School Districts ramp up remote learning
On Friday, April 17, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced that schools in the state would remain closed for the remainder of the school year because of COVID-19. On Friday, March 13, Pritzker announced that schools would close to on-site learning beginning on Tuesday, March 17, through Sunday, March 29. This led to school districts implementing online learning for students.
Congresswoman Kelly Hosts Eighth COVID-19 Response Call with Farmers and Agricultural Workers
Congresswoman Robin Kelly hosted a telephone town hall discussion with farmers and agricultural workers from the 2nd Congressional District where participants discussed concerns related to the COVID19 crisis and their suggestions for further legislative relief efforts in Congress.
CITY OF CHICAGO HELPING SMALL BUSINESSES STAY AFLOAT WITH COVID-19 LOANS
An Englewood entrepreneur with three, South Side coffee shops including one in Hyde Park, was among the first recipients to receive a low-interest loan from the $100 million Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund.
Political Leaders inform residents via online forum
The Hyde Park Kenwood Community Conference hosted a COVID-19 Virtual Community Forum. Residents had the opportunity to hear from political leaders and others from the community about what is being done on the local level to help people during COVID-19.
FELLOWSHIP CHURCH DONATES MONEY TO GREATER CHICAGO FOOD DEPOSITORY
Because of COVID-19, many churches in Chicago haven’t held services in a month. That is the case for Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, which is located on 4543 S. Princeton. But, the Reverend Reginald W. Sharpe, Jr., pastor of Fellowship, has still been challenging his congregation.
New Data Showing Chicago Is Starting to Flatten the Curve of Covid-19
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) recently announced new data suggesting social distancing and the state’s stay-at-home order may be working to flatten the COVID-19 curve in Chicago, slowing the rate of increase in total cases in Chicago.
SHOW LOOKS AT THE LIVES OF PREACHERS’ KIDS
Alvin Daniels took more than 800 interviews with preachers’ kids from the last 12 years and created a stage play based on the lives of people whose parents were clergy. Now, he has created a television series based on the same idea, a funny look at their lives, called “Preacher’s Kids: The Untold Stories
More Than 650,000 Unemployment Claims Filed Since March 1
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) recently released new statewide data showing the department processed over 141,000 new initial unemployment claims for the week ending April 11.
An Open Letter To All Essential Service Workers
During this pandemic, Thornton Township has also maintained its Monday – Friday, senior transportation services – making sure that hundreds of senior residents who can no longer drive – get to scheduled medical services such as dialysis and doctor appointments or trips to the grocery store, pharmacy or other essential destinations.
COMCAST EXTENDS COMPREHENSIVE COVID-19 RESPONSE POLICIES TO JUNE 30
April 27, 2020 – As shelter in place continues to be the norm and schools remain closed across the country, Comcast announced today it will extend its commitments for Xfinity customers through June 30 to help ensure students can finish out the school year from home and remain connected to the internet during the COVID-19 crisis.
McDonald’s Celebrates Healthcare Workers and First Responders with Free “Thank You Meals”
In appreciation for the healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald’s will offer free Thank You Meals*, between Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, May 5, as a token of appreciation for their selfless service.
IT’S EARTH DAY AND HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP
Shedd Aquarium is sharing ways Illinois residents can help protect our planet from the safety of our own homes as people across the globe celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day which is recognized today, April 22.
IDES Waives Penalty for Employers
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) recently announced that employers will not face a penalty fee for filing their February 2020 wage reports late. The emergency rule was electronically filed with the Secretary of State on April 7, 2020 and became immediately effective.
Seniors hoop for their health online
Each morning, a group of seniors gather via zoom and hula hoop for their health. Jacquelyne Underwood instructs the class and leads the group of women.