Northbrook, IL|News|
New COVID-19 Cases Up 145 Percent Last 2 Weeks In Northbrook
There was an increase of 31 cases over the last seven days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Illinois COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Chicago|News|
Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations For Chicago Public Schools Staff
Employees must provide vaccination status by Oct. 15 and will be ineligible to work without an exemption.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
51 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In Last Week In Northbrook
There has been a 113 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the last 14 days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
67 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In Last Week In Glenview
There has been a 215 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the last 14 days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
106 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In Last Week In Arlington Heights
There has been a 148 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the last 14 days, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Vaccinated People Make Up 33% Of Recent COVID-19 Cases In Skokie
None of the 71 breakthrough cases of coronavirus in Skokie since late April have required hospitalization, according to village staff.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
$100K Vaccine Lottery Winner Chosen In Schaumburg
The Illinois Department of Public Health also announced Tuesday the vaccination rate in the state was up 49 percent over the prior week.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Masks Required For Patrons, Staff At Deerfield Library
The Deerfield Public Library will now require all persons 2 years and older to wear a mask inside the building.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Free Rides To Vaccination Sites Now Available In Cook County
The new Destination: Vaccination hotline offers free transportation to locations offering coronavirus vaccines.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
COVID-19 Cases Increase 126 Percent Last 14 Days In Northbrook
It marks the first increase in cases since early April, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
COVID-19 Cases Increase 162 Percent Last 14 Days In Glenview
It marks the first increase in cases since early April, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
COVID-19 Cases Increase 239% Last 14 Days In Arlington Heights
It marks the first increase in cases since early April, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
COVID-19 Spread Rises To 'Substantial' In Cook County: CDC
Face coverings are now required in state buildings, and public health officials recommend indoor masks for the vaccinated in Cook County.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Staff COVID-19 Cases Close Deerfield Driver's Services Facility
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office said the office will remain closed until Aug. 10.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Mandatory Vaccinations, Tests For State Workers On The Table: Gov
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is "looking strongly" at the idea of requiring vaccines or coronavirus testing for certain state government employees.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Universal Masking Backed By IL Teachers Union, Cook County
The new guidance comes as COVID-19 cases surge in Illinois, with the delta variant spreading quickly, according to county health officials.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Vaccinations Lag As Coronavirus Surges In IL: Nearly 8K New Cases
About 42 percent of Illinoisans remain unvaccinated, and vaccinations have dropped to fewer than 20,000 shots per day, even as cases spike.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Masks Required For Unvaccinated This Fall In Wheeling District 21
All employees, with a few exceptions, will be required to get vaccinated following a Thursday vote by the board of education.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Don't Believe Vaccines Are Working In Illinois? Look At Missouri
The Show Me State serves as a warning of the dangers of low vaccination rates — and may be driving spikes here in Illinois, officials said.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
COVID Cases Climb, Positivity Rate Falls After Illinois Reopening
Officials say most new cases are among unvaccinated Illinoisans, citing a superspreader event at a central-Illinois youth camp this month.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Walgreens Offering $25 Gift Cards For Vaccine Customers
The Deerfield-based company said the Walgreens Cash rewards will be available immediately following the vaccination.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Vaccine Clinic Planned During Buffalo Grove Community Garage Sale
The free clinic will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at the Vernon Township Community Services Building, 2900 N. Main St. in Buffalo Grove.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Family Days Canceled, Fall Celebration Planned In Deerfield
The annual Fourth of July celebration would have restricted participation due to capacity limits, according to the Village of Deerfield.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Mass Vaccination Clinic Open Wednesday In Arlington Heights
Attendees 18 and up can receive a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine between noon and 5 p.m. at the ARC Center.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Pritzker To Follow Science, Loosen Mask Mandate In Line With CDC
New guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention allow fully vaccinated people to go maskless indoors most of the time.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Outdoor Pools Near Opening Dates In Arlington Heights
The Arlington Heights Park District is monitoring the state's plan to move into Phase 5 as early as June 11.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Walgreens Offering Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine To Ages 12-15
The Deerfield-based company began same-day appointments Thursday for this age group.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Bridge Phase Starts Friday In Illinois: What It Means For You
For Illinoisans weary of the pandemic, it may seem like a bridge too far, but officials say a full reopening is right around the corner.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Lake County Vaccination Portal Set To Open For Kids Ages 12-15
Coronavirus cases doubled last month among those aged 14 to 18 in Lake County, according to public health officials.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Lake County Schools Prepare To Vaccinate Students Ages 12 To 15
Administrators in several local school districts anticipate the possible authorization of the Pfizer vaccine for younger children next week.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Vaccine Clinic Planned At Silver Cross Hospital Friday
Appointments are still available for the clinic; you must sign up by Thursday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Walgreens Now Offering Same-Day COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments
Walgreens announced they will send multiple mobile clinics to Chicago and other cities across the country to meet vaccine demands.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Walgreens Launches Vaccine Appointment And Ride Service With Uber
The Deerfield-based company will allow customers to book vaccination appointments, schedule a ride to the appointment through the Uber app.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
New Trier Vaccine Appointments Still Available Those 16 And Up
Appointments for first doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday are open to all Illinois residents ages 16 or older.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
IL To 'Adjust' Mask Mandate After CDC Issues New Outdoor Guidance
Speaking from the Rose Garden without a mask Tuesday afternoon, President Joe Biden said the country had made "stunning progress."
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
4th Of July Parade Canceled, Decision On Fireworks Coming In June
The Village of Northbrook and Northbrook Park District said COVID-19 guidelines currently in place went into the decision.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Event Planned Wednesday In Arlington Heights
Doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine are available by appointment to all Illinois residents 16 and up at the Arlington Ridge Center.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Event Planned Wednesday In Glenview
Doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine are available by appointment to all Illinois residents 18 and up at the Glenview Park Center
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
21 New Weekly Coronavirus Cases Reported In Deerfield
There have been 1,902 COVID-19 cases in Deerfield since the pandemic began according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Weekly COVID-19 Cases Start Dropping Again In Arlington Heights
There have been 6,308 coronavirus-related cases in Arlington Heights, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
