Evanston, IL|News|
Evanston Township High School To Begin Offering In-Person Classes
Administrators announced plans to launch a hybrid learning model in April — with one in-person session per course every two weeks.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Coronavirus Across America
The most interesting coronavirus news and features from across the United States.
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Availability To Expand To NJ Teachers
Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday that he's expanding COVID-19 vaccine availability to teachers and others. Here's the latest.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
New Hampshire 48-Hour Coronavirus Update: 3 New Deaths
Data: 557 new infections including 81 more children with the virus; hospitalizations drop to 87; 104 NH K-12 school setting cases; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Sibling Teachers 'Praying For A Miracle' As Mom Fights Virus
Restrictions eased in Pennsylvania; researchers look for cannabis-related treatment; Johnson & Johnson vaccine rollout begins.
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
'A Terrible, Tragic Thing': Child Finds Parents Dead From Virus
Surge feared from winter storm; FDA approves single-shot coronavirus vaccine; CDC warns against easing restrictions.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
House Passes $1.9T Relief Bill On Near Party-Line Vote
Two Democrats joined Republicans in voting against the bill, which will provide financial relief to Americans and cities hit by coronavirus.
Kirkland, WA|News|
King County Reflects On A Year Of Fighting COVID-19
One year ago Sunday, King County announced the nation's first known COVID-19 death. Now, officials see a path toward a return to normalcy.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
In New Hampshire, 10 More COVID-19 Deaths: 48-Hour Report
Update: 692 new infections during the past two days including 110 children; hospitalizations drop below 100; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
'Let's Get To Work': Woman Feeds Thousands After Losing Job
FDA panel endorses single-shot coronavirus vaccine; House votes on $1.9 trillion relief bill; pandemic has stopped flu in its tracks.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Slight Increase in Coronavirus Cases This Week In Deerfield
There have been 1,706 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 COVID-19 Cases Continue 3-Week Slide In Buffalo Grove
There have been 3,051 coronavirus cases in Buffalo Grove since the pandemic began, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Nearly 20K Fully Vaccinated Against Coronavirus In Kane County
More than 5,300 doses were administered Wednesday in Kane County, the largest single-day increase to date.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Denver, CO|News|
Coors Field To Allow Fans Back In Stadium At 25% Capacity
The Rockies got approval to welcome fans back into Coors Field under a capacity cap.
Amber Fisher, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
New Coronavirus Cases Continue 2-month Drop In Arlington Heights
There have been 5,620 confirmed coronavirus-related cases in Arlington Heights, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Uncle Took On Dad Role For Nieces, Nephews: COVID Memorial
Elizabeth Fontanez says her uncle Edwin Fontanez of Lake in the Hills was a straightforward man who had a gentle side.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
KCHD Offers Coronavirus Vaccine Help For Seniors
The health department is partnering with more than a dozen local organizations to help seniors sign up for coronavirus vaccines.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Walgreens Will Offer Over-The-Counter Coronavirus Test
The Deerfield-based company hopes to make the tests available at more than 6,000 stores nationwide by the spring.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
One Fatality In Coronavirus Outbreak At Hoboken Men's Shelter
The Hoboken Community Center (formerly the YMCA) serves 96 men, and 20 have tested positive for covid-19.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
House To Vote Friday On $1.9 Trillion Virus Relief Package
Democrats are pushing the massive measure through Congress under special rules that will let them avoid a Senate filibuster.
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
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
