Across America|News|
After Getting COVID Vaccine, Here's Why You Should Still Mask Up
Experts say it is still unclear whether getting the COVID-19 vaccine will prevent people from spreading the coronavirus to other people.
Gillian Smith, Patch Staff
Coronavirus Across America
The most interesting coronavirus news and features from across the United States.
Across Washington, WA|News|
Inslee Pauses Rollbacks, All Washington Counties Stay In Phase 2
The state's eight regions will stay paused in Phase 2 while the state revaluates the Healthy Washington plan and plots further reopenings.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Local Kitchens In Lafayette Cooks Up 5 Virtual Restaurants
The pandemic has changed the way we order food, and an innovative ghost kitchen model offers everything from Asian food to salad to bagels.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
1 New Coronavirus Death, Slight Decrease In Cases In Northbrook
There have been 2,707 coronavirus-related cases in Northbrook, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
No New Coronavirus Deaths Last 2 Weeks In Glenview
There have been 3,698 coronavirus-related cases in Glenview, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
4,861 Cases, 34 Deaths In St. Charles Since Pandemic’s Start
More than 3,600 coronavirus cases were reported in St. Charles between Oct. 1 and Jan. 31 amid a huge surge throughout the state.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
2,146 Cases, 39 Deaths In Geneva Since Pandemic’s Start
More than 1,500 coronavirus cases were reported in Geneva between Oct. 1 and Jan. 31 amid a huge surge throughout the state.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
1,957 Cases, 19 Deaths In Batavia Since Pandemic’s Start
Nearly 1,500 coronavirus cases were reported in Batavia between Oct. 1 and Jan. 31 amid a huge surge throughout the state.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Union City, CA|News|
Union City Best Buy Workers Get Vaccination Incentive, Bonus Pay
Best Buy is offering a vaccine benefit and paying out special "sick leave" time off for hourly workers who get vaccinated for coronavirus.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Malinowski Introduces Bill To Create 9/11-Style Covid Commission
As the coronavirus toll passes 500,000, Rep. Malinowski's bipartisan bill will create a commission to investigate the national response.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
​Should I Be Worried About These New Variants? Can We Stop Them?
Multiple variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 are circulating globally. How worried should you be about their spread?
Gillian Smith, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Homegrown Coronavirus Variant The Stuff Of 'Nightmares'
Emerging studies have found the West Coast COVID-19 variant dominant in Los Angeles is more contagious and more resistant to antibodies.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
'He's My Hero': Pharmacist Braves Weather To Deliver Vaccine
California is first state to 50,000 deaths; states move on their own relief packages; flu has virtually disappeared amid pandemic.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Essential Workers COVID-19 Vaccination Site Opens In New Trier
Local fire officials hope the paramedic-backed pilot program can become a model for community partnerships throughout the state.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
New Hampshire Coronavirus 48-Hour Update: 3 More Deaths
Update: Deaths in the state drop to 1.55 percent of all cases; 597 new infections including 98 children; hospitalizations dip to 103; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
New City, NY|News|
Rockland Opens Emergency Ops Center To Help Seniors With Vaccine
The county's going all out to make coronavirus vaccine appointments for residents age 65 and older.
Lanning Taliaferro, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
How Do The COVID-19 Vaccines Work? 5 Things To Know
There are currently two authorized COVID-19 vaccines in the United States: Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna — both of which require two doses.
Gillian Smith, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Mayor Shares Frustration With COVID-19 Vaccination Process
"We're all getting very frustrated and running out of patience," Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering said at Monday's City Council meeting.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Coronavirus Vaccines: Can Shots Be Given Quickly And Equitably?
The Biden administration wants to get vaccine into people’s arms quickly while also ensuring distribution is equitable. Right now, it isn’t.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Where To Get The Coronavirus Vaccine In New Hampshire
The state is making its way through the first two parts of its Phase 1 COVID-19 vaccination plan — with the second phase beginning in March.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Evanston Mayor, 52, Receives Vaccine Ahead Of Essential Workers
Even though elected officials aren't included in Phase 1b, city staff vaccinated Mayor Steve Hagerty before front-line essential workers.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Partnership Vaccinates Seniors At Public Housing In Evanston
The federal pharmacy partnership provided public housing residents and staff a chance to get vaccinated without leaving home.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Who Pays For The COVID-19 Vaccine? 5 Things To Know
The government is providing the vaccine free to everyone who lives in the U.S. But does your Medicare or immigration status affect that?
Gillian Smith, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Mobile Coronavirus Testing Site To Open This Weekend In Aurora
Tests will be available Saturday and Sunday at the Fox Valley Flea Market on Aurora's East Side, according to officials.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|News|
Coronavirus Testing Continues At Elgin Community College
A mobile coronavirus testing unit that opened earlier this month will be available through Friday evening at the college.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Lakewood, CO|News|
Coloradan Creates Coronavirus Vaccine Finder Website
After hearing about the frustration many have had to endure to get a vaccination appointment, a computer programmer created a search tool.
Amber Fisher, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Here’s How This Newark Nursing Home Is Keeping Coronavirus At Bay
No resident at New Community Extended Care Facility has tested positive for COVID-19 since June, administrators say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy To Give NJ Budget Address Amid COVID
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy began speaking at 1 p.m. on Tuesday and provided the latest on his proposed budget for the new year amid COVID.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Alameda County Hits 1,200 Coronavirus Deaths, 500k In U.S.
Two grim milestones were reached on Monday, but hope is also rising as vaccinations increase. The latest cases in Fremont.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
As Coronavirus Deaths Reach 500K, New Hampshire, The Nation Mourn
COVID-19 Update: Flags directed to half-staff; 252 new positive infections in NH including 34 children; recoveries reach 95%; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Alameda Power Bills: COVID-19 Assistance
Alameda Municipal Power is helping businesses that have fallen behind on bills because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
'I Just Wanted To Hug Them': U.S. Virus Deaths Pass Milestone
Biden holding moment of silence after 500,000th death; vaccine setback from winter storm will be temporary, Fauci said.
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Kane County Surpasses 50K Coronavirus Cases
Kane County has averaged almost 150 new coronavirus cases per day since the start of the pandemic nearly a year ago.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Biden Holds Memorial As U.S. Reaches 500,000 COVID Deaths: Watch
The first U.S. coronavirus deaths were reported in February 2020. A year later, half a million Americans have lost their lives to COVID-19.
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
A Firsthand Coronavirus Account By A Windsor Locks Resident
Well-known local photographer Melanie Oliveira details her recent battle with the coronavirus and includes some tips.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Teen's New Group Finds Coronavirus Vaccines For Seniors
A generation of young vax-unteers are using tech skills to track down vaccine appointments for seniors in New Jersey.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Middlesex, NJ|News|
WATCH: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ Coronavirus, Vaccines Update
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy spoke on Monday and addressed marijuana legalization, the weather and vaccines amid the NJ coronavirus crisis.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Coronavirus In New Hampshire: 663 New Infections | 48-Hour Report
Update: 2 more NH senior citizens die; 97 more children infected; 69K+ recover; 310 active cases at colleges and universities; and more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
'She Is A Miracle': Woman With Down Syndrome Home After 73 Days
U.S. surpasses 500,000 deaths Monday; Fauci says it's possible masks will be worn into 2022; vaccines back on track this week.
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Entire School Board Resigns After Mocking Parents On Reopening
Airlines to aid contact tracing efforts; 6 million vaccine doses delayed a "temporary setback"; mask-wearing should continue post-vaccine.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
