Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Chicago.
More than 800 police officers, employees out sick in one day
The COVID-19 pandemic is taking a toll on the Chicago Police Department. The CPD had more than 800 officers and employees out sick Monday. That's about 6% of the entire force.
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Illinois uses emergency alert to call for volunteers to fight COVID-19
At 10:20 Tuesday morning, many Illinois residents received an emergency alert for a Severe Threat Alert on their cellphones. This wasn't for a thunderstorm or tornado, but a call for licensed health care workers to join the fight against COVID-19.
Read the full story on www.wcsjnews.com.
Area police departments adjust to serving during coronavirus pandemic
Emergency responders, including police and paramedics, are handling calls and other operations differently during the pandemic.
Read the full story on Chicago Tribune.
3 finalists named for consideration as police superintendent
Read the bios of the three finalists.
Read the full story on Chicago Tribune.
Housing advocates demand rent freeze
There's a hold on evictions and foreclosures until May 18, but housing advocates are demanding a rent freeze.
Read the full story on Curbed Chicago.
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