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University of Illinois’ SHIELD test could be used at other colleges in Illinois
(The Center Square) – The University of Illinois’ rapid COVID-19 saliva test, also known as SHIELD, is on the wish list of other universities...
Remote learning produces more failing grades at some Illinois schools
(The Center Square) – More failing grades are going out on report cards this semester as students – and their families – struggle with...
Cities going after bars that defy shutdown orders
(The Center Square) – Local governments are enforcing Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s restrictions prohibiting indoor service, including by going after bar owners who don't follow the...
National Guard to help as Illinois works to control COVID-19 outbreaks at veterans’ homes
(The Center Square) – The Illinois National Guard is on the ground at veterans' homes to help with testing as the state works to control...
As vaccine nears, state officials tout its safety
(The Center Square) – After the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Tuesday deemed the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine safe and effective, Illinois officials are working...
Illinois State Police reduce DNA backlog
(The Center Square) – Illinois officials say they are making progress addressing the backlog of DNA cases the state.Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly...