The Illinois Department of Public Health today announced the death of three people in Illinois with coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The individuals include a Will County resident in his 50s, a Cook County resident in her 80s and an out-of-state resident in her 70s who was in Sangamon County.
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Cook County Assessor’s Office working remotely, some services suspended in COVID-19 precautions
The Cook County Assessor’s Office announced Thursday, March 19, the temporary suspension of assessment notice mailings and appeal deadlines. This suspension will remain in place until further notice while the office remains closed to the public.
Metra switching to alternate schedules on March 23 due to coronavirus
Metra announced on Thursday that commuter rail service will begin operating an alternate weekday schedule on Monday, March 23, to adjust for the reduced number of riders due to school closures, work-from-home mandates and other consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. It will operate its normal weekend schedules this weekend on lines that[Read More…]
Cook County launches text system and hotline to provide COVID-19 updates
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced on Thursday the launch of a new emergency text alert system, hotline number and email address to keep the public informed with accurate information regarding COVID-19 pandemic. “AlertCook,” the new Cook County public health and safety messaging service, offers subscribers a direct line[Read More…]
Be Well 2020: Prairie State College is committed to healthcare programming
“If you are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, Prairie State College is a great place to start,” said PSC President Dr. Terri L. Winfree. “Between our career degree and certificate programs, or through our short-term vocational programs, everyone can find a pathway to a healthcare career, making a[Read More…]
IDPH reports first COVID-19-related death in Illinois
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the first death of an Illinois resident who tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The individual was a Chicago resident in her 60s who tested positive earlier this month and had contact with a known COVID-19 case. “I am deeply saddened[Read More…]
Be Well 2020: Sandy, a doggone good de-stressor at GSU
Chill dog Sandy helps stressed out students chill at Governors State University.
Flossmoor discourages in-person services as restrictions expand
As COVID-19 continues to threaten Cook County and its reach extends into the South Suburbs, Flossmoor has expanded its contingency plan to continue its protection of village employees and the public. The village announced updates to its coronavirus response in a March 16 media advisory. As the national emergency continues,[Read More…]
Pritzker announces bars and restaurants closed for dine-in after Monday
As the state continues to take aggressive action to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our communities, Gov. JB Pritzker announced that all bars and restaurants in the state of Illinois will be closed to the public, beginning at close of business Monday, March 16, through Monday, March 30. [Read More…]
Preckwinkle issues executive orders related to COVID-19 limiting official meetings and staff travel
Citing “an abundance of caution,” Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued two executive orders on Thursday, March 12, related to the current covid-19 virus pandemic and county operations. The orders affect committee and subcommittee meetings by the Board of Commissioners and most, if not all, official travel by county[Read More…]
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