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Illinois COVID-19 State Of Emergency To End In May, Pritzker Announces
The state's public health emergency ends May 11 — the same day President Joe Biden plans to conclude the national public health emergency.
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The state's public health emergency ends May 11 — the same day President Joe Biden plans to conclude the national public health emergency.
State and federal health officials say the best way to prevent the virus from spreading — and lose the masks — is to get vaccinated.
State health officials are currently tracking potential exposures at more than 1,000 Illinois schools, including 81 school outbreaks.
Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks fans and staff will all be required to present proof of vaccination or a negative result to enter the arena.
The annual June parade had already been moved to October.
The Illinois State Board of Education sent a letter to Christian Liberty Academy last week regarding its decision, a first in Cook County.
There has been a 30 percent increase in cases over the last two weeks, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
The number of new cases more than doubled since Aug. 23 compared to the prior week's increase.
The number of new cases more than doubled since Aug. 23 compared to the prior week's increase.
It was the final drawing of the state’s "All In for the Win" vaccine lottery.
Parker Krex, a senior at Glenbrook South, said he started the petition at Change.org after 17 students tested positive for COVID-19.
It becomes the first suburban elementary school district to make vaccinations mandatory for teachers and other employees.
There was an increase of 69 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There was an increase of 50 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There was an increase of 64 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
IDPH data shows 80 percent of residents in the Northbrook ZIP code have received at least one vaccine dose.
IDPH data shows 71 percent of residents in Glenview ZIP code have received at least one vaccine dose.
IDPH data shows 75 percent of residents in the Buffalo Grove ZIP code have received at least one vaccine dose.
IDPH data shows 73 percent of residents in Deerfield zip code have received at least one vaccine dose.
IDPH data shows 79 percent of residents in Arlington Heights zip codes have received at least one vaccine dose.
The McHenry County Department of Health offers advice on how to preserve your card, have it accessible when needed.
Regular COVID-19 testing will be required for unvaccinated students to participate in extracurricular activates, administrators said.
Third vaccine shots have been approved for millions of immunocompromised Americans, and the FDA may soon approve boosters for all adults.
NaTalia Urlacher, 14, opted not to wear a mask on the first day of school at William Fremd High School and received a one-day suspension.
There was an increase of 80 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There was an increase of 34 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There was an increase of 31 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There has been a 113 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the last 14 days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There has been a 215 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the last 14 days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
There has been a 148 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the last 14 days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
The Illinois High School Association said there are no restrictions to spectator limitations as football practices start Monday.
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
The Illinois Department of Public Health also announced Tuesday the vaccination rate in the state was up 49 percent over the prior week.
The Deerfield Public Library will now require all persons 2 years and older to wear a mask inside the building.
It marks the first increase in cases since early April, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
It marks the first increase in cases since early April, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
It marks the first increase in cases since early April, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Increase in pet adoptions, employee burnout and lack of workers are among the challenges the veterinary field is facing during the pandemic.
Even students and staff who've been vaccinated against COVID-19 must wear their masks.
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office said the office will remain closed until Aug. 10.