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Aug 13, 2021
Media Advisory
Aug 11, 2021
Jason Mraz northerly Island concert tonight; Heat advisory in effect until 7PM with possibility of thunderstorms
Aug 10, 2021
Northerly Island and concerts this week bring crowds to Lake Front; Concert-Goers and motorists are reminded of traffic measures and heat advisories for today and tomorrow
Aug 10, 2021
The City of Chicago provides cooling tips and resources for residents during extreme heat emergencies
Aug 6, 2021
Chicago’s crosstown classic and north halsted market days headline a busy weekend in Chicago
Aug 2, 2021
Lollapalooza Public Safety by the Numbers
Jul 27, 2021
LOLLAPALOOZA returns to Grant park July 29–August 1
Jul 26, 2021
LOLLAPALOOZA returns to Chicago July 29-August 1 -street closures in effect-
Jul 23, 2021
The City of Chicago provides cooling tips and resources for residents during extreme heat emergencies
Jul 9, 2021
Windy City Smokeout Returns to Chicago July 8-11
Jul 2, 2021
Media Advisory: City of Chicago July 3rd Fireworks Public Safety
May 21, 2021
OEMC and Marine Public Safety Officials Highlight Tips to Enjoy Boating Season and Water Activities Safely this Summer
May 17, 2021
Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management and Communications Introduces a New Smart911 Feature Allowing Residents to Opt-in to Sharing Camera Footage with the Chicago Police Department
Apr 30, 2021
OEMC Encourages Preparedness for Spring and Summer Extreme Weather Safety
Apr 19, 2021
The City of Chicago is Taking Proactive Public Safety Measures Based on Local and National Events
Apr 12, 2021
The City of Chicago Honors the Outstanding Emergency Personnel During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Apr 2, 2021
April is National 9-1-1 Education Month and Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) Reminds Residents to “Help Us, Help You”
Mar 31, 2021
The City of Chicago announces plan for safe baseball season as home openers begin this week with limited capacity at ballparks
Mar 5, 2021
2021 nonprofit Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) grant program application period open for At-Risk organizations to enhance safety and security
Feb 19, 2021
The City of Chicago urges residents to take precautions around flooding,falling and other dangers associated with melting snow
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