Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- These police reports include arrests from February 4 through February 11, 2020. There were only two arrests during this week, one in connection with an outstanding warrant, the other on a municipal charge of battery. This was a week that we received later. Getting caught up now[Read More…]
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COVID-19: ICC Warns – Don’t Flush These Things!
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In the midst of everything else we have to deal with during this global pandemic, a clogged sewer line is nothing anyone should seek. However, in an attempt to remain clean and sanitize any and everything at home, some people are flushing the wrong things, creating problems for[Read More…]
Daily Coronavirus Briefing: Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Surpasses 500,000 Worldwide
United States Has Third Greatest Number of Confirmed Cases After Italy and China By Staff, AccuWeather AccuWeather-(ENEWSPF)- The new coronavirus, and COVID-19, the disease it causes, surfaced in late 2019, and by mid-March had become a full-blown crisis worldwide. The global death toll climbed above 6,000 by March 15, just a[Read More…]
St. Irenaeus Food Pantry Volunteers Still at Work During COVID-19 Pandemic
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The most vulnerable among us still hunger, now forced into the social isolation experience we all share. The volunteers at the St. Irenaeus Food Pantry are still at work to ensure people are fed. Organizers released a statement outlining protocol changes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Karen Hoogland,[Read More…]
U.S. Attorney Urges the Public to Report Suspected Covid-19 Fraud
AUSA Gary Bell Appointed as Coronavirus Fraud Coordinator Hammond, IN-(ENEWSPF)- In coordination with the Department of Justice, Attorney General William Barr has directed U.S. Attorneys to prioritize the investigation and prosecution of COVID-19 fraud schemes. “Our mission will not change during this national emergency,” said United States Attorney Thomas L.[Read More…]
Fire and Police Prepare for First Responders Possibly Contracting COVID-19
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Fire and Police Departments are observing CDC guidelines as they prepare for a first responder possibly contracting COVID-19. Both Fire Chief Tracy Natyshok and Police Chief Christopher Mannino said their respective departments are prepared in case the novel coronavirus comes to Park Forest. Both[Read More…]
COVID-19: 236 New Cases in Illinois
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 236 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including three deaths in Cook County; two men in their 80s and a man in his 90s. Monroe is now also reporting a case. Currently, IDPH is reporting a[Read More…]
FBI: School Closings Due to COVID-19 Present Potential for Increased Risk of Child Exploitation
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Due to school closings as a result of COVID-19, children will potentially have an increased online presence and/or be in a position that puts them at an inadvertent risk. Due to this newly developing environment, the FBI is seeking to warn parents, educators, caregivers, and children about the[Read More…]
COVID-19: CDC – Children and Coronavirus Disease 2019
Tips to keep children healthy while school’s out Children are not at higher risk Atlanta, GA-(ENEWSPF)- Based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-19 than adults. While some children and infants have been sick with COVID-19, adults make up most of the known[Read More…]
COVID-19: CDC – People Who Are at Higher Risk for Severe Illness
Atlanta, GA-(ENEWSPF)- COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe disease. Based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Based upon available[Read More…]
