On Dec. 23, 2021, the Cook County Department of Public Health issued Mitigation Order 2021-11. This order becomes effective on January 3, 2022, and applies to all communities in suburban Cook County (with the exceptions of Chicago, Evanston, Oak Park, Skokie, and Stickney Township who each have their own certified public health department). Order 2021-11 … Read More
Governor Pritzker announced that the state of Illinois will reach the Bridge to Phase 5 on Friday, May 14, and if COVID-19 metrics remain stable or decrease for a 28-day period, Illinois could reach the Phase 5 and fully reopen by Friday, June 11 – ahead of the July target announced earlier this week. In … Read More
Get breaking news regarding COVID-19 from Governor Pritzker’s office.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Friday his administration is filing new emergency rules to require businesses to enforce mask requirements that include the possibility of fines up to $2,500. Read the full article from the Chicago Tribune here.
The governor says as health numbers improve, he’s easing rules on some popular pursuits as soon as May 29. For the latest read the full article from Crain’s Chicago Business here
We are all gaining insight to a “new normal” as the economy begins to reopen amid the recent shutdown from the coronavirus pandemic. In direct response to the need for our community to adapt quickly to the impacts of COVID-19, the La Grange Business Association has formed a new Recovery Task Force consisting of representatives from local businesses, … Read More
The Payroll Protection Program (PPP) is again accepting applications: More than $130 billion in Paycheck Protection Program funding remains for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Here’s what you need to know. The new deadline to apply is Aug. 8, 2020. Find a PPP lender to start the application process. Nonprofits and faith-based organizations, as well … Read More
