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Illinois Governor Pritzker Honors Salvation Army Volunteer Following Tragic Dust Storm
May 30, 2023
The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services: Chicago, IL - Army volunteer Gary Spaulding of the Springfield EDS team was recognized and honored.
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Where Disaster Strikes, The Salvation Army is There
April 6, 2023
This past week, major weather has impacted suburban Illinois areas. Wind, rain, hail, and tornadoes have impacted several counties, with some experiencing
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Lending a Compassionate Ear to Highland Park
July 19, 2022
On the morning of July 4, 2022, tragedy struck the close-knit Highland Park, IL community when a gunman took the lives of six people and injured more than
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Chicago Mayor Announces Citywide Vaccine Initiative at Red Shield Center
September 28, 2021
Mayor Lori Lightfoot introduced the Protect Chicago 77 initiative, encouraging people in all 77 of the City’s neighborhoods to get vaccinated.
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Two Simple Ways to Be Prepared for the Next Disaster
September 21, 2021
Drawing on his decades of experience, Emergency Disaster Services Director Major David Dalberg offers practical tips this National Preparedness Month. Read More
 
A Sacred Responsibility: An Officer Remembers 9/11
September 9, 2021
Major David Dalberg, director of The Salvation Army Metro Division Emergency Disaster Services, worked at Ground Zero following the 9/11 tragedy. Read More
 
A Helping Hand When Disaster Strikes
September 1, 2021
Metropolitan Division EDS staff members explain what they do and the vital role volunteers play in their work. Read More
 
Salvation Army Participates in Disaster Drill with FEMA, City of Chicago
August 26, 2021
Our Emergency Disaster Services team took part in the simulated emergency to ensure we are well prepared for real-life disasters. Read More