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All 34 Chicago Hospitals Could Get COVID-19 Vaccine Next Week, Lightfoot Says
Officials with the Chicago Department of Public Health are expecting the first vaccine shipment to Chicago to include 23,000 doses. Weekly shipments of vaccine are expected to follow, said Dr. Allison Arwady.
‘Dreadhead Cowboy’ Ordered to Have No Contact With His Horses
A Cook County judge on Wednesday granted an order from prosecutors amending the bail of Adam Hollingsworth, who now must turn over any horses he owns to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office while his criminal case plays out.
The Seeds of a Climate Change Defense Are Being Planted in Lake County
Lake County Forest Preserves is launching an ambitious conservation research project to determine whether it’s possible to preserve natural areas by proactively preparing for climate change.
Total Recall: Republicans Pitch Plan to Allow Recall of Any Elected Official in Illinois
Tired of politics as usual? A pair of lawmakers say there’s a way to keep officials on their toes: allow voters to recall them.
Chicago Medical School Dean Serving on FDA Vaccine Advisory Committee
FDA advisory committee to hold public meeting Thursday about Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine.
The FDA’s vaccine advisory committee is preparing to meet Thursday to discuss Pfizer’s vaccine. Dr. Archana Chatterjee, dean of the Chicago Medical School and a member of that committee, talks about that process.
Growing Houseplant Sales Put the Green in Greenery for Local Shops
With the prospect of a long, dreary winter at home ahead, many Chicagoans are fluffing their nests with houseplants. We check in with some local plant shops to see how business is growing.
New White House Offer Adds $600 Checks to COVID-19 Relief
The Trump administration dove back into Capitol Hill’s confusing COVID-19 negotiations on Tuesday, offering a $916 billion package to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that would send a $600 direct payment to most Americans.
Trump Hails Vaccine ‘Miracle,’ With Millions of Doses Soon
Plus: Illinois Congress members weigh in on ‘Chicago Tonight’
President Donald Trump celebrated the expected approval of the first U.S. vaccine for the coronavirus Tuesday as the White House worked to instill confidence in the massive distribution effort to come.
Community Groups Offer Remote Learning Support to Families in Need
How neighbors in some Chicago communities are stepping up to help students with remote learning when their parents can’t work from home.
Pritzker: ‘Illinois Will Only Distribute a Vaccine That Is Deemed Safe’
COVID-19 in Illinois: 7,910 New Cases, 145 Additional Deaths
With coronavirus vaccines on the horizon, state health officials are addressing people’s fears and skepticism surrounding their rapid development.
Anti-Gentrification Measure Extended for 6 Months as Officials Craft New Plan
Efforts to boost the number of affordable housing units in three red-hot Chicago neighborhoods will continue through June, even as city leaders weigh a broader overhaul of the city’s rules to help low- and moderate-income residents find a place to live.
Chicago 7-Year-Old Raises Money for Hospital’s Pandemic Gear
Hayley Orlinsky has spent most of the coronavirus pandemic crafting colorful bracelets as a fundraiser to buy personal protective equipment for a children’s hospital. So far, the endeavor has generated nearly $20,000.
Illinois Lawmakers to Demand Billions Back from Health Insurers Due to COVID-19
A WTTW News exclusive
The state pays billions of dollars into the Medicaid program. WTTW News has learned that a group of lawmakers plans to demand billions back from the private health care companies that run that program. Can it work?
7 Things to Know About Illinois’ Plans for a COVID-19 Vaccine
The U.S. is about to embark on a massive COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Here's what you need to know about the state’s plan.
City Hits Alderman With 2 Citations for Defying Indoor Dining Ban
City officials hit Lakeview Ald. Tom Tunney with two citations on Tuesday for allowing diners to eat inside his restaurant in defiance of a ban imposed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Winter Biking in Chicago: A Guide to Gear, Care and Everything Else You Need to Know
Riding a bicycle through a Chicago winter may sound daunting, but with a bit of preparation and the right attitude, it’s a manageable feat. Here’s some advice from avid cyclists for your winter riding safety — and pleasure.
Woman Charged With Dragging Chicago Police Officer After Traffic Stop
Jasmine Smith allegedly attempted to flee a traffic stop and dragged a Chicago police officer for several downtown city blocks Monday afternoon. She is being held on $50,000 bond.
CTA Awaiting Federal Approval for Next Phase of Red Line Extension
The Chicago Transit Authority hopes to learn in the coming weeks whether it’s received federal approval to move into the next phase of its massive Red Line Extension project, which would extend the city’s busiest train line to Chicago’s southern border.
Officials Shut Down 142-Person Party in Wicker Park for Violating COVID-19 Restrictions
Officials have now shut down two massive parties in Wicker Park in as many weeks, despite an increase in the number of confirmed and probable coronavirus cases in Chicago after the Thanksgiving holiday.
CTU Joins Other Unions in Outlining What They Want in New Education Secretary
CTU President Jesse Sharkey signed on to an open letter sent to President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday from 16 local teachers unions and organizations, calling on Biden to appoint “one of our own” as his chief advisor on education.
Chicago Opera Theater Makes Flexibility the Operative Principle of Its Season
With the coronavirus pandemic foiling plans for a trio of live performances, Chicago Opera Theater has adapted its 2020-2021 season to be a primarily virtual one.
Rahm Emanuel’s Transportation Legacy: Ambitious, But Clouded
Chicago’s 55th mayor is hoping his passion for transportation and his legacy in the city is enough to secure him a spot in President-elect Joe Biden’s Cabinet as transportation secretary. An analysis of that legacy reveals a mixed record.
Illinois Driver’s License Facilities Are Closed. What Now?
10 things to know about driving during the pandemic
Illinois driver’s license facilities have been closed since mid-November, and they’ll remain that way through the beginning of 2021. Here’s what you need to know if you’re driving on an expired license. (Hint: It may not be expired after all.)
Doctors, Nurses Under Pressure as Coronavirus Surges
Nine months into the pandemic, many health care workers say they’re reaching a breaking point, and they’re bracing for what health officials say could be one of the most difficult winters in American public health history.
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