Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker To Ease More COVID-19 Restrictions Starting May 14
Barring a spike in COVID-related hospitalizations, Pritzker announced he intends to begin moving to a full reopening of the state’s economy as soon as next week.
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Support Is Growing For Waiving Patent Protections On COVID-19 Vaccines — But Snags Remain
France joined the U.S. Thursday in supporting an easing of intellectual property protections that could help poorer countries get more vaccine doses.
If Your Brain Feels Foggy And You’re Tired All The Time, You’re Not Alone
The pandemic has done a number on us, in too many ways to count. Our bodies are responding with feelings of fatigue and lack of focus, experts say. Here are some tips to help you feel better.
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COVID-19 in Chicago and Illinois
WBEZ’s news coverage of the coronavirus pandemic focuses on equity, the vaccine rollout in Chicago and the state, and the impact on our daily lives.
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MAP: COVID-19 Cases And Vaccination Rates In Chicago By ZIP Code
Select your ZIP code to see the current COVID-19 cases and vaccination rates near you.
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LISTEN: David Collins Has A Queer Eye
David Collins, creator of the Netflix hit ‘Queer Eye,’ used reality television to push for cultural acceptance of the LGBTQ community.
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Federal Judge Strikes Down The CDC Eviction Moratorium
The Justice Department announced it would appeal the ruling — which said the CDC exceeded its authority — so there likely won’t be any immediate impact.
Learning Loss, Declining Enrollment And A Combative Teachers Union: What Lies Ahead For CPS’ Next CEO
Janice Jackson’s replacement would also enter as the mayor begins gearing up for reelection, leaving the new CEO’s long-term fate unclear.
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Kim Foxx’s No. 2 Resigns After Probe Into Courtroom Comments About Adam Toledo Shooting
Foxx pledged “this is not about accusations or fall guys” after an investigation into her office’s mischaracterization of the police shooting.
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Derek Chauvin Seeks New Trial In George Floyd Murder Case
The former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted last month for murdering George Floyd is asking the court for a new trial. His lawyers say Chauvin’s case was tainted by pretrial publicity.
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Defense Lawyers Hint At More Federal Charges In ComEd Corruption Scandal
Federal prosecutors won’t say whether they’re planning to bring more charges in the already-sprawling political corruption case. But defense lawyers suggest they might.
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Need Aid For Your Shuttered Venue? End Of May Is The Earliest You Might Get It.
Qualified applicants can expect to see emergency relief money by the end of the month.
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The Chicago Auto Show Will Return In July After A COVID-19 Hiatus
“Our goal is to be fully open by July 4,” Mayor Lori Lightfoot said Tuesday — just in time for the annual car show, scheduled for July 14-19.
