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Monthly Archives: April 2020

What Heart Patients Should Know about Coronavirus

What Heart Patients Should Know about Coronavirus

By: American Heart Association News The coronavirus should have everyone’s attention by now, health experts say. And people with heart disease have extra reasons to be alert. COVID-19, the disease caused… Read more »

Villanueva: Survivors of Domestic Abuse Can’t Slip Through the Cracks

Villanueva: Survivors of Domestic Abuse Can’t Slip Through the Cracks

With domestic violence hotlines experiencing an increase in calls during the Stay at Home order, State Senator Celina Villanueva (D-Chicago) urged survivors to be aware of the options still available… Read more »

COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s: What Family Caregivers Need to Know

COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s: What Family Caregivers Need to Know

While the COVID-19 pandemic threatens the health of millions in this country and around the world, the novel coronavirus presents unique challenges for more than five million Americans living with… Read more »

University of Chicago Announces Programs to Support South Side during COVID-19 Crisis

University of Chicago Announces Programs to Support South Side during COVID-19 Crisis

The University of Chicago on Tuesday announced the first stage of an effort to provide emergency support and address some of the immediate needs of local residents, businesses, and community-based… Read more »

Attorney General Raoul Requests Emergency Relief for Federal Student Loan Borrowers

Attorney General Raoul Requests Emergency Relief for Federal Student Loan Borrowers

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 27 attorneys general in calling on the U.S. Department of Education to provide federal student loan borrowers with crucial emergency measures… Read more »

Maria Pappas Launches Animated Iguana and Song to Ease Concerns of Children During Coronavirus Scare

Maria Pappas Launches Animated Iguana and Song to Ease Concerns of Children During Coronavirus Scare

At a time when children may need the comfort that only a pet can provide, an electronic iguana might be the perfect answer, says Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas. The… Read more »

Science at Home with MSI

Science at Home with MSI

The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) recently announced that it will extend its closure and reopen on Friday, May 1 in an effort to help contain the spread… Read more »

Chicago Citywide Literacy Coalition’s Online Learning Resources Helping During Uncertain Times

Chicago Citywide Literacy Coalition’s Online Learning Resources Helping During Uncertain Times

Now, more than ever, Chicago Citywide Literacy Coalition (CCLC) is working hard for their adult learners to provide online resources more accessible for all. Education is more important now during… Read more »

City Announces Remote Learning Opportunities for Students at Chicago Public Schools and City Colleges of Chicago

City Announces Remote Learning Opportunities for Students at Chicago Public Schools and City Colleges of Chicago

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined Chicago Public Schools and City Colleges of Chicago on Monday to announce both institutions have established remote learning plans to ensure instructional time continues while… Read more »

State Sees Significant Increase in Unemployment Claims in March

State Sees Significant Increase in Unemployment Claims in March

While the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced that the unemployment rate fell -0.1 percentage point to 3.4 percent, a new record low, the state is responding to a… Read more »