Aurora, IL|News|
102 Coronavirus Deaths, 7,757 Cases In Kane County Since Dec. 1
Kane County experienced its deadliest week of the pandemic from Dec. 10-16, though its positivity rate and new cases dropped significantly.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Illinois: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Illinois are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Geneva, IL|News|
FoxFire Takes Indoor Dining Fight To Illinois Supreme Court
"FoxFire has become emblematic of the right of small businesses to remain open, responsibly, free from (Pritzker's) overreach," lawyers say.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
IL Reports 96 COVID-19 Deaths On Christmas Eve, 7,037 New Cases
As of Dec. 24, 327,065 Americans and 15,643 Illinoisans have died from the virus.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Underwood, Casten, Foster Get Coronavirus Vaccines Amid 1st Wave
Members of Congress started receiving coronavirus vaccines last week under federal “continuity of government” provisions.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Stimulus Payments, Unemployment, Small Business Help Headed To IL
Much needed help is headed to Illinois residents after months of inaction by Congress. Here’s what you need to know.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Many D-86 Students Keep Cameras Off While Remote
Teachers see a lot of black boxes in Zoom sessions with students, an official says.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
IL Sets Weekly Record For Nursing Home Deaths; 4,699 New Cases
Nearly half of all COVID-19 deaths statewide have been in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Condell Resumes Vaccinations After Brief Pause
The Libertyville hospital stopped its COVID-19 vaccination program after four employees experienced reactions.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
North Shore Towns Adopt Snow Removal Agreement Amid Coronavirus
Evanston, Glencoe, Kenilworth, Lincolnwood, Northfield, Northbrook and Wilmette may plow for each other when staff are out due to COVID-19.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Doctor Says He Got Vaccinated To ‘Honor Memory’ Of COVID Victims
Pfizer's vaccine is already being administered across Illinois, and the first shipments of the Moderna vaccine are expected early next week.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
District 86 Plans More In-Person Learning Next Semester
A big majority of families say teachers are working hard during the pandemic, survey says.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
28 Kids Get Gifts Through Yorkville Police's Shop With A Cop
The Yorkville Police Department provided Christmas gifts to 28 children in the community on Dec. 16 through their Shop with a Cop event.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
How To Have A Very Merry Safe Christmas In Manhattan
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Christmas. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the holiday safely.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Ready For Public By March, Walgreens Predicts
The Deerfield-based company has begun administering Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine to 3 million residents in long-term care facilities.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Santa Claus Comes To Town At Palatine Aldi
For this weekend only, the jolly old man can be seen at Aldi in Palatine, delivering curbside pick-up orders to customers.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Oak Park Gets First Shipment Of Coronavirus Vaccines
The initial amount of 600-plus doses was distributed to Rush Oak Park Hospital and West Suburban Medical Center, village officials said.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Glencoe Hikes Taxes, Fees To Cover Revenue Lost To COVID-19
The village is also eliminating one staff position: a community engagement analyst job it created last year but never filled.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
154 New Coronavirus Cases Announced In Buffalo Grove In Last Week
There have been 2,168 coronavirus cases in Buffalo Grove since the pandemic began, according to the Lake County Health Department.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
75 New Coronavirus Cases Confirmed Since Last Week In Deerfield
There have been 1,203 coronavirus cases in Deerfield since the pandemic began, according to the Lake County Health Department.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Birds, Bike Paths And Bye To Fall: Illinois In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
7 New Deaths, 124 Coronavirus Cases In Last Week In Northbrook
There have been 1,981 coronavirus-related cases in Northbrook, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Local Restaurants Offering Carryout, Delivery For Christmas Meals
Support local restaurants and skip the hassle of cooking this year by ordering your Christmas Eve and Christmas meals for pick-up, delivery.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
5 New Deaths, 162 Coronavirus Cases Since Last Week In Glenview
There have been 2,747 coronavirus-related cases in Glenview, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
8 New Deaths, 300 COVID-19 Cases Reported In Arlington Heights
There have been 4,005 confirmed coronavirus-related cases in Arlington Heights, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
See Video Of Vaccinations At Elmhurst Hospital
Employees get vaccinated a few hours after shipment arrives.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
North Shore Hospitals Receive First Doses Of Coronavirus Vaccine
NorthShore University HealthSystem operates the regional hospital coordinating center for the north suburbs.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Palatine Teen's 'Community Unity' Helping Food Pantries
Eva Konsur, 16, reaches out to local businesses and organizations to set up food drives to help food pantries, Daily Herald reported.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
A Yorkville Parent's Plea: Bring Back School Sports, Activities
A Yorkville High School Parent touched on students' fatigue and social isolation amid the pandemic during Monday's school board meeting.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Thousands Vaccinated As Doses Arrive At Hospitals Across Illinois
But Pfizer says millions of doses are sitting in warehouses with no direction from the federal government.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
How To Have A Very Merry Safe Christmas In Northbrook
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Christmas. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the holiday safely.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
How To Have A Very Merry Safe Christmas In Glenview
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Christmas. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the holiday safely.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
How To Have A Very Merry Safe Christmas In Deerfield
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Christmas. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the holiday safely.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Coronavirus Deaths Top 15,000 In Illinois Amid Vaccine Delays
The governor said he has no idea why the Trump administration would leave millions of vaccine doses sitting in warehouses undistributed.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
See Video of Vaccine's Arrival At Elmhurst Hospital
The hospital is expected to start vaccinating its employees.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
1st McHenry Co. Business Cited For Violating COVID-19 Rules
Crystal Lake Health Food Store is expected to appear in court in January for allegations the business is not requiring people to wear masks.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
City Council Expands Downtown Residential Development Options
The zoning code change allows for entirely residential new developments along the edge of Highland Park's central business district.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Advanced Automotive Donating Car To Someone In Need
Advanced Automotive in Palatine is going to donate a reconditioned car to a person or family in need during these difficult times.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Palatine Police Grateful For Residents' Generosity
The Palatine Police Department said they wish to express their gratitude to residents who stepped up to make this year a little brighter.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
West Side Homeless Shelter Rejected By City Board
MorningStar plans to use $4.3 million from the CARES Act to purchase Joliet's west side Quality Inn for an emergency homeless shelter.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
D-205 Delays Decision On Coronavirus Testing
Officials want to get more information on what percentage of students plans to take part in the voluntary testing.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
