Des Plaines, IL|News|
22K Cook Co. Vaccine Appointments Gone In 70 Minutes
Cook County Health released the 22,000 first-dose coronavirus vaccine appointments Thursday afternoon.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Illinois: Finding Our Way Forward
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Highland Park, IL|News|
Hundreds Of Vaccines Reserved For Highland Park Restaurant Staff
A regional vaccination site at the Patty Turner Center will set aside 1,000 doses for food service workers in Highland Park and Deerfield.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Regional Vaccination Site Opens April 7 In Deerfield
The vaccination site, located at 375 Elm St., will start with hundreds of vaccines per day with the capacity to ramp up to 1,000.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Safeguard Saliva Testing Program Certified After State Scrutiny
More than a dozen suburban school districts use the non-diagnostic saliva testing.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Illinois To Take Over Aurora Mass Vaccination Site Friday
The former department store has been the site of several mass clinics for Aurora residents but will open Friday to all eligible Illinoisans.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
District 113 Prepares For Full-Day In-Person Instruction
All-day on-campus learning four days a week launches Tuesday at Deerfield and Highland Park high schools.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
McHenry Co. Eyes More Mass Vaccination Sites
The McHenry County Health Department is working to get as many shots into arms before vaccines open up to all over 16 years old on April 12.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Event Sign-Up Begins Tuesday In Northbrook
The clinic for Northbrook residents 65+ and Phase 1B+ is slated for two Pfizer doses on April 1 and April 22.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
New Weekly COVID-19 Cases Triple In Arlington Heights
There have been 5,911 coronavirus-related cases in Arlington Heights, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
ETHS Mock Trial Team Wins 2021 ISBA State Championship
After a 3rd place finish in 2019 and a canceled tournament in 2020, the Wildkits mock trial squad is headed to the national championships.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
New Weekly Coronavirus Cases Double In Northbrook
There have been 2,900 coronavirus-related cases in Northbrook, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Lake County Gets More Johnson & Johnson Shots
Local health officials are prioritizing getting the one-dose vaccine to homebound seniors and those living in subsidized housing.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
New Weekly Coronavirus Cases Nearly Double In Glenview
There have been 4,005 coronavirus-related cases in Glenview, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Make Sure Vaccine Emails Aren't In Spam Folder: Health Officials
The health department offers tips on how to make sure e-mails from its AllVax system do not head to your spam folder.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Illinois Reopening Restricted By Rising Coronavirus Trendlines
To move to the next reopening phase, over 50,000 more seniors need vaccines — and the trend of rising hospitalizations must be reversed.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Walgreens Set To Open COVID-19 Clinics At Amtrak: Report
The Deerfield-based company said the clinics will be similar to those used for flu vaccinations.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Weekly COVID-19 Cases Continue Downward Trend In Buffalo Grove
There have been 3,189 coronavirus cases in Buffalo Grove since the pandemic began, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Pop-Up Pantry To Feed 1,000 Families Monday In Aurora
The City of Aurora is hosting a pop-up food pantry at 9 a.m. Monday in Phillips Park.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
16 New Coronavirus Cases Reported This Week In Deerfield
There have been 1,795 COVID-19 cases in Deerfield since the pandemic began according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
D-65 Cuts Jobs, Halts Admin Raises To Cover $1.9 Million Deficit
Reading specialists, library assistants and cafeteria positions were cut. At least one administrative position will also be eliminated.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Crystal Lake Freddy's Frozen Custard Opening Soon
The fast-casual restaurant known for its steakburgers and freshly-churned custard treats will open on Northwest Highway Tuesday.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Memorial Day Parade Canceled In Arlington Heights
Similar to 2020, a ceremony from Village Hall will be pre-recorded for the community to view.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Springfield, IL|News|
J.B. Jabbed: Illinois Governor Receives J&J Coronavirus Vaccine
Pritzker said he liked the idea of a COVID-19 "vaccine passport" for ensuring attendees at events and gatherings are vaccinated.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Medieval Times Reopens Next Month In Schaumburg
The move follows updates to Phase 4 of the state's reopening plan that allows 25 percent seating capacity at indoor entertainment venues.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
60K Fully Vaccinated Against Coronavirus In Kane County: IDPH
Nearly 170,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been administered in Kane County, according to public health data.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Vaccine Appointments Still Available Tuesday For Glenview Seniors
The one-day COVID-19 vaccination site is open March 23 and April 20. There are also limited appointments for all 1A/1B/1B+ residents.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
New Coronavirus Cases Hit Record Lows In Kane County
Kane County reported just 17 new cases March 15, the fewest in a single day since March 23, 2020, less than two weeks into the pandemic.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Lowest Weekly COVID-19 Cases Since October Reported In Deerfield
There have been 1,779 COVID-19 cases in Deerfield since the pandemic began according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
New Weekly COVID-19 Cases Drop In Buffalo Grove
There have been 3,158 coronavirus cases in Buffalo Grove since the pandemic began, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
88% Of Evanston Seniors Have Received At Least One Vaccine Dose
Evanston's rate of fully vaccinated residents is twice Chicago's and 54 percent higher than the rest of suburban Cook County, data shows.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Lowest New Coronavirus Cases In Week Since October In Northbrook
The number of people fully-vaccinated in Suburban Cook County has surpassed the total number of COVID-19 cases.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Vaccine Appointment Registration Opens For New Kane County Site
Residents can now sign up at KaneVax.org to receive a coronavirus vaccine at Kane County’s new site in Batavia.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
D303 To Move To Full-Time In-Person Classes After Spring Break
The district will restart five-day in-person learning April 5 for all students who register for that option.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Coronavirus Milestone Hit In Suburban Cook County, Glenview
The number of people fully-vaccinated in Suburban Cook County has surpassed the total number of COVID-19 cases.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Full Reopening When Half Of People 16 And Up Are Vaccinated: Gov
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said everyone over 16 will be eligible for vaccines starting April 12, and full reopening could come by May.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
New COVID-19 Cases Continue Decline In Arlington Heights
The number of people fully-vaccinated in Suburban Cook County has surpassed the total number of COVID-19 cases.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva 304 Moving To 5-Day In-Person Classes After Spring Break
The district will restart five-day in-person learning April 5 for all students who registered for that option, officials said.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
New Trier COVID-19 Vaccination Site To Open For Local Seniors
About 1,100 appointments open Friday for residents of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Northfield, Wilmette and Winnetka aged 65 and up.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
D300 High Schools Prep For Proms — With No Dancing
Superintendent Fred Heid said the prom-like events will take place on April 24 at Jacobs, Hampshire and Dundee-Crown High Schools.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Grayslake Aquatic Center On Track To Open This Summer
Grayslake Mayor Rhett Taylor said the pool will open at 50% capacity if COVID-19 infections remain low, vaccine distribution continues.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
