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Mandatory Vaccinations, Tests For State Workers On The Table: Gov
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is "looking strongly" at the idea of requiring vaccines or coronavirus testing for certain state government employees.
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker is "looking strongly" at the idea of requiring vaccines or coronavirus testing for certain state government employees.
The new guidance comes as COVID-19 cases surge in Illinois, with the delta variant spreading quickly, according to county health officials.
About 42 percent of Illinoisans remain unvaccinated, and vaccinations have dropped to fewer than 20,000 shots per day, even as cases spike.
Health officials are urging those who have not received their vaccine to do so.
The Show Me State serves as a warning of the dangers of low vaccination rates — and may be driving spikes here in Illinois, officials said.
Highland Park city officials are transitioning all public meetings back to live and in-person.
Compared to pre-COVID years, 30 percent more people stepped out at forest preserve sites so far this year.
The Deerfield-based company said the Walgreens Cash rewards will be available immediately following the vaccination.
Amy Derick is credited with helping 1,500 medical professionals who couldn't track down a COVID-19 shot in December and January.
Village officials said fireworks are planned this year for July 4 at Butler Lake.
The facility brought hundreds of much-needed jobs to the area last year, officials in Lake County said.
The beer garden at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville has opened. Here is what you need to know.
The three-day event is in its twentieth year. After being cancelled last year, the festival over Labor Day weekend will return.
The seven-day rolling average for the coronavirus positivity rate is currently 1.6 percent, according to public health data.
Leaders with the Raue and other suburban art programs and theaters foresee changes after the pandemic.
Leaders with the Adler and other suburban art programs and theaters foresee changes after the pandemic.
The annual Fourth of July celebration would have restricted participation due to capacity limits, according to the Village of Deerfield.
Gabe Hirst, who is still new to the suburban music scene, released his first single and EP in 2020.
Attendees 18 and up can receive a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine between noon and 5 p.m. at the ARC Center.
“During unprecedented times, you have to think out of the box, take risks and maybe blur the line between genius and crazy."
Anyone 12 years old or older can receive their COVID-19 vaccine at the clinic Saturday.
New guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention allow fully vaccinated people to go maskless indoors most of the time.
The Arlington Heights Park District is monitoring the state's plan to move into Phase 5 as early as June 11.
Those who are fully vaccinated will be able to sit in a designated area during home games in the coming days.
A vaccination clinic will be held at the Gurnee amusement park in early June.
The Deerfield-based company began same-day appointments Thursday for this age group.
For Illinoisans weary of the pandemic, it may seem like a bridge too far, but officials say a full reopening is right around the corner.
New this year, families can rent a tent as a way to promote social distancing while also getting out of the sun.
Some Lake and McHenry County restaurants are searching for waitresses and bartenders as COVID-19 restrictions ease.
Some Lake and McHenry County restaurants are searching for waitresses and bartenders as COVID-19 restrictions ease.
Tickets will be sold in two phases to allow for updates to coronavirus restrictions.
The D70 health committee is recommending administrators not make the move to more testing.
"The fun is back, and I, for one, can't wait," Gov. J.B. Pritzker said, announcing the return of the auto show.
On Monday, the donated items were presented to nurses at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington as part of National Nurses Week.
New events meant to promote social distancing are on tap. Find out what the Crystal Lake Park District has planned this summer.
Officials cited "current and possible COVID-19 restrictions."
The Deerfield-based company will allow customers to book vaccination appointments, schedule a ride to the appointment through the Uber app.
Walk ins will be offered during the afternoon hours on select dates starting Saturday at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake.
Vaccinated people will no longer count toward capacity limits at private events starting Friday.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Thursday the city will move to loosen Phase 4 COVID-19 restrictions, with some exciting summer events coming.