Healthcare workers at Franciscan Health in Olympia Fields have faced the overwhelming demands of the COVID-19 pandemic without becoming overwhelmed, according to one administrator. It hasn’t been easy. In a recent interview with the Chronicle, Mari Lynn Ross, vice president of Patient Care Services and chief nursing officer at Franciscan[Read More…]
Author: Eric Crump
State prepares to ramp up contact tracing program to fight COVID-19
State epidemiologist Dr. Wayne Duffus described the plan for recruiting and deploying more contact tracers in an effort to further contain the virus that causes COVID-19. (Provided/Screenshot from video)
Local police plan to encourage voluntary compliance with face covering requirement
People increasingly have been wearing face coverings since state, national and international health officials began recommending the practice in early April. The practice will be mandated by the state beginning May 1. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
South Sub Music Live virtual concert to feature Tommy Womack, three local musicians
The COVID-19 pandemic has shuttered local music venues, but it hasn’t shut down the music. Musicians play on, and the venues have become virtual. One such venue, born a month ago, is South Sub Music Live, a Facebook-based venue for local musicians to perform and connect with their audiences. The[Read More…]
Pritzker extends stay-at-home order to May 30 with some adjustments
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announces an extension of the statewide stay-at-home order, with some adjustments, through May 30. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Thursday that the stay-at-home order that has shut down much of the state’s economy and social activity will be extended to May 30. The new order, designed to[Read More…]
COVID-19 hits South Suburbs, African Americans hard
The color-coded map of COVID-19 case rates in suburban Cook County provides a snapshot of how the virus is distributed in the region. Early data show the weight of that distribution falls heavily on the South Suburbs and on people of color. (Source: Cook County Department of Public Health)
Salon owner considers post-pandemic protocols
Larry Kane, at left, and his staff at Jonathan Kane Salon & Spa posted this photo on the business’ Facebook page on March 29 in an appeal to customers. (Provided photo)
April (snow) showers hit the flowers
Daffodils in a Homewood yard were a cheery spring site on Thursday. Not so much on Friday, after wet snow fell overnight, putting a damper on the spring scene. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
23 Miles South stages online theater experience
School, music and government meetings have migrated online to comply with the state mandated restrictions in the fight against COVID-19, and this week community theater will do the same. Community theater company 23 Miles South, based at St. Paul Community Church in Homewood, will offer virtual performances on Wednesday, April[Read More…]
Homewood attorney honored with SSSBA excellence award
Cathe Evans Williams, center, is flanked by members of her team after being presented with the Business of the Year Award on Feb. 12 by the South Suburban Small Business Association. Evans Williams’ law office is located in Homewood. (Provided photo) Homewood attorney Cathe R. Evans Williams is an author,[Read More…]
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