Here’s How To Get Vaccinated In Chicago And Illinois
Universal eligibility is here! Use this guide to find vaccination appointments in the city, Cook County and downstate.
Vivian McCall
Former News Intern
Stories by Vivian McCall
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Even After The COVID-19 Vaccine, Some With Life-Threatening Conditions Remain Wary
While people with serious underlying health conditions can get vaccinated in most of Illinois, those the most at-risk to any infection say life won’t get back to “normal.”
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As More Customers Go Inside Restaurants, Workers Are Desperately Waiting For The Vaccine
With capacity limits rising as COVID-19 cases fall, restaurant employees are still anxiously waiting to be vaccinated.
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When Can I Get The COVID-19 Vaccine In Chicago?
WBEZ’s easy-to-use tool will help you figure out when you’ll become eligible to schedule a vaccination, the dates by phase, and where you’ll likely receive your inoculation.
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La campaña de vacunación contra el COVID-19 en Illinois
¿Cuántas vacunas hay? ¿Quién puede vacunarse? Respuestas a sus preguntas acerca de la campaña de vacunación contra el COVID-19 en Illinois.
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What We Know About The COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout In Illinois
How many vaccine doses have been given in Illinois? Who’s getting inoculated first? Here are answers to the latest questions about the rollout.
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Experts Say It’s Too Soon To Predict Illinois’ Post-Thanksgiving COVID-19 Surge
Are the state’s latest round of restrictions actually lowering the COVID-19 numbers? Experts say it’s too soon to tell.
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COVID-19 Is Driving Telehealth’s Growth. What Happens After The Pandemic?
Advocates say telehealth isn’t just convenient, but helps close significant gaps in health care. Others worry its use could drive up costs.
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After A Brutal Summer, Restaurants Worry About How Much Worse The Winter Will Be
During summer, a good day for some restaurants meant making just 30% of pre-pandemic sales. Winter could force a cascade of closings.
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Hundreds Gather Near Dan Ryan Expressway To Protest Racism and Police Abuse Of Black Residents
More than 200 people marched to protest the treatment of Black Chicagoans by police and racism in the city. Afternoon protests near Bronzeville were peaceful, but evening Downtown demonstrations became clashes with police.
