AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccinations resume in Europe after blood clot reports

After several leaders suspended the shot following reports of blood clots, countries across Europe are resuming COVID-19 vaccinations with the AstraZeneca shot.

Spectators from abroad to be barred from Tokyo Olympics

Spectators from abroad will be barred from the Tokyo Olympics when they open in four months, the IOC and local organizers said Saturday.

Fans cheer on Illinois at bars across Chicago

It's official! Illinois and Loyola will meet in the next round of the NCAA tournament.

Senior dogs, some whose owners died of COVID-19, find new home in canine retirement community

Stacey Herrick runs a non-profit elderly dog retirement home out of her house in Philadelphia where some dogs whose owners have died of COVID-19 go to spend the rest of their days.

FAA proposes thousands of dollars in fines for 2 travelers who refused to wear face masks on flights

Two passengers could face tens of thousands of dollars in fines for allegedly interfering with — and in one case assaulting — flight attendants who instructed them to wear face masks.

Lightfoot marks 1 year anniversary of COVID-19 in Chicago

On Friday, Mayor Lori Lightfoot addressed residents on the one year anniversary of COVID-19 in Chicago.

New mass vaccination site opens in Batavia

A new mass vaccination site opened in Batavia on Friday for anyone in Illinois who falls under the expanded phase 1B.

Chicago looks to expand outdoor dining as 135K more vaccinated in Illinois

The City of Chicago is looking to expand outdoor dining this spring through a new initiative that will award grants to create long-term outdoor public spaces.

CDC changes school guidance, allowing students to sit 3 feet apart

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxed its social distancing guidelines for schools Friday, saying students can now sit 3 feet apart in classrooms.

Doctors warn of possible surge even amid vaccine progress
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Dr. Shikha Jain from University of Illinois at Chicago breaks down the latest medical headlines regarding COVID-19.

Pritzker sets out guidelines governing a transition to a post-COVID-19 Illinois

Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday set out guidelines governing a transition to a post-COVID-19 Illinois as more and more people are vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Special Report: Challenges with finding mental health help amid pandemic

"With her being a teenager and all the turbulence that brings, you know, you throw COVID on top of that, and I can’t even imagine having to go through that alone," said one suburban mother.

Gov. Pritzker's reopening plan provides hope for theaters, music venues

Venue owners say the revised reopening plan isn't anything that will enable them to run stable businesses, but it's a huge step in the right direction, and a very positive sign of things to come.

Illinois to expand vaccine eligibility to all non-Chicago residents, 16 and older

All Illinois residents 16 and older, except those in Chicago, will be eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine starting April 12, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Thursday.

Scientist with son who suffers from chronic fatigue syndrome hopes research can help COVID-19 patients

Ron Davis, a Stanford University professor recognized for his work in genetics and biochemistry, changed his field of study when his son fell seriously ill with a chronic fatigue syndrome that has been reported in COVID-19 patients.

Top state health official: Herd immunity possible in WI by July

There will be enough coronavirus vaccine in Wisconsin by the end of June to immunize 80% of those age 16 and over in the state.

Illinois reports 2,325 coronavirus cases, 34 deaths

Public health officials on Thursday announced another 2,325 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 34 additional deaths.