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Illinois To Vaccinate People With Health Risks During Phase 1b

Illinois officials are planning to expand Phase 1b of the state’s vaccine rollout Feb. 25 to include people with increased health risks.

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Strip Club Owner For Years Filed Fraudulent Taxes: Feds

The former owner of Arnie's Idle Hour in Harvey faces six counts of tax fraud, according to federal prosecutors.

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Sexual Misconduct Investigation Into Ex-Drama Teacher Released

The review examines the district's handling of sexual misconduct allegations against longtime LFHS teacher David Miller.

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Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic Opens At DuPage County Fairgrounds

Health officials hope the new clinic will provide 5,000 vaccines a week.

'Enroll Wherever You Can' For COVID Vaccine: Health Official

McHenry County Department of Health officials took part in a town hall meeting Wednesday, updating the public on vaccine availability.

Jury Trials Returning For 1st Time Since COVID-19

Lake County county will hold the state's first-ever remote jury trial in a civil case next week, with in-person jury duty set to resume next month.

Short Prison Sentence Ordered In After Guilty Plea In Double Homicide

On April 25, Joliet police officers responded to the 1100 block of Parkwood Drive for a shooting that left two people dead and two wounded.

City Council Candidate Repeatedly Yelled "Help!" In Police Encounter

Patch obtained video and audio of the incident involving the Vietnam veteran.

Students And Seniors Make Valentines For Veterans At Road Home

One heart and three blocks apart, St. Catejan student council members and Smith Village residents collaborate on "Valentines For Vets."

Suburban District To Test Students For Coronavirus

Program is for sixth through 12th graders. Each test costs $11.

Mass Vaccination Event Was A 'Great Next Step': School Board Member

Board President Lauri Doyle said it was fulfilling for her to see health department staff members "coming through" for the residents.

Chicago Teachers Union Ratifies Return To In-Person Learning Deal

Deal with CTU now gives Chicago Public School parents the option to send kids to in-person learning starting Thursday.

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• Chicago Loosens Indoor Dining Restrictions Before Valentine's Day

Across America

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