State lawmakers in Indiana vote to stop strict public health mandates

There is no statewide mask mandate in Indiana and now state lawmakers voted to take away the power of local health departments when it comes to issuing public orders, like COVID-19 restrictions.

Fauci says it’s ‘quite possible’ that people would wear masks during high seasons of respiratory illness

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading expert on infectious diseases said “it’s quite possible” that people would wear face masks seasonally since the data has proven their effectiveness on face masks.

COVID-19 traveler refunds: Senators urge airlines to refund $10B in canceled flights

Senators Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal believe airlines are sitting on $10 billion in pandemic-related credits and are asking the companies to offer cash refunds to travelers.

Biden's approval rating hits 63%, bolstered by pandemic response, new poll finds

In the fourth month of his presidency, Biden's overall approval rating sits at 63%. When it comes to the new Democratic president's handling of the pandemic, 71% of Americans approve, including 47% of Republicans.

Pets adopted during the pandemic are being returned at record numbers: report

HEARTLESS: As the pandemic dies down, people are going back to the office and traveling again, which apparently means that many feel like they can no longer care for their recently adopted pets.

Biden touts economic recovery plan as Treasury Dept. starts paying out $350B in state and local aid

President Biden on Monday announced steps to make it easier for employers to hire new workers and touted the country’s economic recovery plan following a disappointing April jobs report.

Illinois reports 1,424 coronavirus cases, 12 deaths

Public health officials on Monday announced another 1,424 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 12 additional deaths.

'Little Boo Face Masks' raise funds for Lurie Children's Hospital
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Kyle Jones talks about her efforts to uplift and raise money for Lurie Children's Hospital through her ultra-cute Little Boo Face Masks.

Mobile vaccine bus visits Austin neighborhood

With fewer people booking appointments, a CTA vaccination bus is bringing the opportunity to you.

Vaccine rollout enabling more Mother's Day reunions in Chicago area

Michigan Avenue is looking more and more like normal. Hundreds of mothers and their children were out and about Saturday, enjoying the brisk temperatures and great scenery.