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Thursday, May 7, 2020
Reopen Illinois with local input

House Republicans have a plan to reopen Illinois county by county based on local input and criteria.


Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Help for those struggling with student loan debt

The federal CARES Act provided much-needed relief for those with federal student loans who are struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, including automatic suspension of monthly payments and…


Friday, April 17, 2020
Illinois schools to remain closed for the rest of the school year

Governor J. B. Pritzker has announced that all Illinois schools will remain closed to in-person learning for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year.


Friday, April 17, 2020
Help is available for residents needing assistance with bills during Coronavirus shutdown

Bill Deferment Programs Available to Illinoisans COVID-19, and the ensuing lockdown, has created a crisis in Illinois. This economic hardship caused by this virus is impacting employees and employers hard….


Thursday, April 16, 2020
Emergency aid for college students

The U.S. Department of Education announced Illinois institutions of higher education will receive $218 million for emergency financial aid to students. The funding is from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and…


Friday, April 3, 2020
Applications for Paycheck Protection Program now being accepted

Small businesses can now download the application for the Paycheck Protection Program to file with an eligible lender. The Federal Paycheck Protection Program was created through the CARES Act and…


Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Local Medical Professionals Needed for Illinois Helps!

The Governor says it is vital that all medical professionals immediately sign up for emergency alerts with Illinois Helps. In addition, The state of Illinois is calling on physicians, nurses,…


Friday, March 27, 2020
What the CARES Act means to Illinoisans

Congress approved and the President has signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) today. The $2.2 trillion economic rescue package provides help for families, small business, hospitals,…


Friday, March 27, 2020
Stay Safe While Pumping Gas

Thursday, March 26, 2020
Thank you local Health and Safety Professionals!

Thank you for all you do for our families and our communities!