Low-interest loans provide much-needed relief for hard to qualify businesses; Fund to prioritize individualized support for neighborhood businesses with new Small Business Resource Navigator program

Extension of tax payment remittance provides relief for business community and those hit hardest by COVID-19

David Brown to serve as Acting Superintendent until anticipated confirmation by City Council on April 22

New data shows rate of new COVID-19 cases begins to slow; suggests social distancing is effective in mitigating virus transmission in Chicago

Expansion in healthcare, testing, housing and wraparound services to enhance protection of the most vulnerable Chicagoans

City takes immediate actions to investigate a weekend demolition event; commits to creating and enforcing stronger operating procedures

Completion of phase two of the project brings an additional 1,750 patient rooms in one week, result of expeditious work by hundreds of workers from across the city

To Date, Nearly 2 Million Pieces of Personal Protective Equipment Have Been Donated or Pledged and Over 1,700 Volunteers Have Signed Up to Join the Chicago Medical Reserve Corps

Partnership will provide free rides for residents calling the IL Domestic Violence Hotline in need of safe transportation

New measures will encourage social distancing and limit the number of riders per bus to further prevent the spread of COVID-19

Order strengthens City’s enforcement efforts to prevent social gathering; builds on the 21 citations issued to eight businesses that have violated the Stay at Home Order

New data show black Chicagoans diagnosed and dying at higher rates than other races; City in partnership with West Side United will activate networks and racial equity rapid response teams to focus resources and outreach in communities hardest hit by COVID-19

Hometown teams join with the City to remind residents to take simple precautions as next step in STAY HOME. SAVE LIVES. campaign

Advertising and marketing veteran steps up as CMO to lead coordinated marketing, branding and business development strategy to elevate perceptions and stimulate local economy

Hometown company provides masks to be supplied to first responders and healthcare workers during COVID-19 crisis

New facility set to provide a total of 3,000 patient rooms, increasing capacity to respond to COVID-19 crisis and alleviate burden on Chicago’s hospital system

More than 100 businesses, restaurants and schools have donated protective gear, cleaning supplies and free meals to Chicago’s police officers

Following the Police Board’s nationwide search process, former Dallas Police Chief selected to serve as next Superintendent pending City Council approval

More than $4M Already Raised for ‘Arts for Illinois Relief Fund,’ a Partnership Between the City of Chicago, State of Illinois and the Philanthropic Community

Applications for $100 million in low-interest loans are available now for small businesses affected by COVID-19 Outbreak

Graduating class accelerated over past month to immediately move emergency personnel on the streets amid COVID-19

Additional Capacity Created to Prepare for Expected Surge in Hospitalizations of COVID-19 Patients

Free, secure service allows residents to self-identify for first responders if they are under quarantine or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms

One-time grants available for rent and mortgage payments of Chicago residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

City reinforces services and supports in place for older residents

Despite Stay at Home order, an excessive number of people gathering along the lakefront and in neighborhoods necessitates further action to bend the curve of COVID-19

Chicagoans reminded of key guidance to practice social distancing, and take precautions outdoors; Enforcement actions will be taken as needed to flatten the curve of COVID-19 and to keep residents safe

As reports of fraud and scams increase, City to offer tips to keep residents safe from bad actors taking advantage of public health crisis

Transportation options remain available throughout Chicago to support travel for first responders, healthcare workers, essential businesses, employees and activities

City reaches agreements with hotel operators to house patients for quarantine and isolation; announces additional measures to protect vulnerable populations and stem the spread of coronavirus disease

Chicago announces additional supports and services in place for seniors in Chicago

In light of food supply concerns, dozens of City partners stepping up to provide aid for seniors, youth, and other vulnerable populations

New State Mandate Calls on Residents to Remain Home Unless Travel is Essential; Goal is to Mitigate the Spread of COVID-19 and Protect Health and Safety of Residents

Building will remain open to essential service staff and aldermen

Sustains Over 500 Chicago Public Schools Temporary Food Distribution Sites; Supports Chicago’s Citywide Emergency Food Distribution Plan

Through partnership with Catalyst Fund and private sponsors, City to provide much-needed cash flow relief and extend tax payments for small businesses owners and entrepreneurs

Executive Order requires residents with illness to take further precautions until they recover

City adopts hold-harmless policies on compliance citations; Residents who owe debt will not face ticket doubling and defaults on payment plans during this health crisis

New policies to expand work from home, telework supports, and Telehealth services for employees as City works to mitigate spread of COVID-19

Statewide mandate will be enforced to ensure social distancing in response to COVID-19 outbreak; delivery, drive-thru and immediate carry-out will still be permitted

Mayors of Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, Boston, Atlanta and Portland Team with Grubhub to Suspend up to $100 Million in Fees from Independent Restaurants

Renovation efforts by NFP preserves the historic hotel as an SRO featuring 148 affordable units for individuals on CHA’s waitlist on the City’s Near North Side