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Monday, April 27, 2020
Getting tested for COVID-19

Anyone with COVID-19-like illness or symptoms can get a test, even without a doctor’s order. As testing capacity expands, testing is now available for people who: Have COVID-19 symptoms (cough,…


Friday, April 24, 2020
Governor Extends Stay at Home Order Through May

A new modified Stay-at-Home order will be issued by the Governor to go into effect on May 1 in Illinois. The new provisions include the following changes to the current…


Thursday, April 23, 2020
Rep. Weber Responds to Governor’s Modified Stay at Home Order

Following today’s announcement by Governor JB Pritzker that a modified version of his stay at home order will be extended through May; State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) issued the following statement:…


Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Contract & Gig Workers May Qualify for Benefits, Encouraged to File

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is encouraging ALL unemployed individuals to file an unemployment insurance claim now. Whether you are a traditional employee, an independent contractor, gig economy worker or you are unsure which you are, apply now. You…


Tuesday, April 21, 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 interest, and halting involuntary…


Monday, April 20, 2020
Remote Patient Monitoring Available Across Illinois

To lessen the burden on hospitals and improve care to COVID-19 patients with mild symptoms the state has worked in partnership with healthcare providers to offer remote patient monitoring. Last…


Sunday, April 19, 2020
Governor Closes Schools for Remainder of School Year

Students will complete this school year remotely as Governor Pritzker has suspended in-person attendance at all schools for the rest of the school year during the ongoing response to COVID-19….


Friday, April 17, 2020
The Weber Wire: School Closures, FOID & Other COVID-19 Updates

Share your ideas. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted families across our state. Jobs, schools, childcare, health care, businesses, all aspects of our lives have been affected. It will take all…


Friday, April 17, 2020
Bill Payment Deferment Programs Available

COVID-19 and the ensuing lockdown has caused economic hardship for many Illinoisans. If you are facing tough economic times please know you are not alone and there are programs out…


Thursday, April 16, 2020
Share your ideas on how we can get Illinois working again

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted families across the state and our country. Jobs, schools, childcare, health care, businesses, really all aspects of our lives, have been affected.  It will take…