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CONGRESSMAN BOBBY RUSH HELPING HOMEOWNERS AND RENTERS KEEP A ROOF OVER THEIR HEADS
The COVID-19 pandemic has not only claimed thousands of lives in Illinois, but jobs too thus making it difficult for many homeowners and renters to keep a roof over their heads.
Mobile application to support residents
A new web-based, mobile-friendly application was launched on Monday, April 27, by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Alison Arwady, M.D., commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health with the goal of supporting Chicago residents during COVID-19.
SCHOOL CLOSURES HAVE PARENTS SCRAMBLING TO KEEP THEIR JOBS AND SECURE CHILDCARE
State health officials said new COVID-19 cases and even deaths have slightly dropped over the past two weeks, but that means nothing to parents struggling to keep their jobs because their childcare options are limited.
Radio personality passes along advice
AC Green has spent his career as a radio personality, giving people pertinent financial information in the hopes that they will be able to flourish and become successful. During his 17 years on the radio, he has helped thousands of people save their homes with his advice. Now, Green is giving advice on how people can navigate the economy during COVID-19.
New Komen COVID-19 Action Fund Supports People Facing Breast Cancer
Susan G. Komen® Chicago recently announced the creation of a new Komen COVID-19 Action Fund to help the organization support the unique needs of people facing breast cancer during this health and economic crisis.
Siemens Foundation Provides $1.5M Across 12 Community Health Centers to Support COVID-19 Response Efforts
In a news release, the Siemens Foundation recently announced it is providing $1.5 million to community health centers across 12 U.S. cities to respond to the COVID-19 crisis.
Crowe appoints first chief diversity officer
As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Crowe LLP recently named Chris Mitchell as the firm’s first chief diversity officer. Crowe is a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world.
Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive automatic Economic Impact Payments
Th e Internal Revenue Service, working in partnership with the Treasury Department and the Social Security Administration, recently announced that recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will automatically receive automatic Economic Impact Payments.
Mortgage Relief and COVID-19 Scams: What You Need to Know
StatePoint - Unfortunately, during times of hardship, families are often targeted by fraud artists attempting to take advantage of those needing assistance. The COVID-19 crisis is no exception, with many scammers pretending to extend a critical lifeline to struggling homeowners through so-called “foreclosure rescue fraud.”
Slaughter Backs Measure to Prevent Price Gouging of Critical Medical Supplies
In response to the state’s need for medical equipment to treat Coronavirus (COVID 19), state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would help to ensure that Illinois’ hospitals have access to the medical equipment they need.
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.
