COVID-19 vaccine may cause heart inflammation in teens, reports find

An article published in Pediatrics, is among the latest reports of heart inflammation discovered after COVID-19 vaccination in teens, though a link to the vaccine has not been proven.

Illinois businesses serving alcohol can now offer a free drink to vaccinated patrons

“Not only will the vaccine protect you from getting sick — your free COVID-19 shot can now get you a free shot of your choosing or whatever drink suits your palate,” said Gov. Pritzker.

Free beer, other new incentives for Biden's 'month of action' ahead of July 4 goal

President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced a “month of action” to urge more Americans to get vaccinated before the July 4 holiday, including a number of new incentives and steps to ease barriers.

Illinois reports 521 new COVID-19 cases, 33 deaths

The daily count of new and confirmed COVID-19 cases in Illinois dropped to 521 on Monday, which is the lowest point in nearly one year.

Hospital faces lawsuit over coronavirus vaccination mandate

The hospital gave employees a June 7 deadline to receive the vaccine or risk suspension and termination, the lawsuit claims.

Illinois reports 602 new COVID-19 cases, 18 deaths

The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 602 new COVID-19 cases in Illinois, including 18 additional deaths, on Sunday.

US reaches 50% of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19, CDC data says

The United States reached a notable milestone on Tuesday with 50% of adults becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 nationwide. according to data collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Chicago hosting vaccination pop-up events through Memorial Day weekend

The city's health department announced a lineup of several vaccination events this week and into the holiday weekend to increase vaccine access for residents bound to their communities.

Poll: Over 1 billion people worldwide unwilling to get COVID-19 vaccine, global herd immunity at risk

A Gallup poll estimated that 1.3 billion people around the globe wer unwilling to get the COVID-19 vaccine in 2020 leaving some health officials to believe the global herd immunity isn’t possible in the near future.

943 new COVID-19 cases reported in Illinois, 24 additional deaths

The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 943 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 24 additional deaths, on Sunday.

Father of 5 dies from COVID-19 after refusing to get vaccine

A Lincoln Park family is grieving the loss of a father of five from COVID-19. He and his wife refused the vaccine, now she is sharing the story to convince others to get it.

Nightclub in Lake View will fully reopen for vaccinated people only: 'No exceptions'

FULLY REOPENED: A bar in Lake View is fully reopening on Friday to individuals who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 - meaning no social distancing or other COVID-19 mitigations will need to be followed.