WHO leader urges world leaders to stop using lockdowns as primary control method for coronavirus
By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square
(The Center Square) – After previously suggesting that governments should be careful about reopening too quickly, the World Health...
Illinois passes 9,000 COVID deaths, 7-day positivity climbs to 4.5%
BOURBONNAIS — Illinois has now seen 9,026 deaths as a result of contracting COVID-19. The Illinois Department of Public Health made the announcement Tuesday as...
Illinois preparing for 80 percent COVID-19 vaccination rate as soon as vaccine available
By Greg Bishop | The Center Square
(The Center Square) – It’s not ready yet, but local health departments in Illinois are gearing up to begin...
Businesses across the state continue to struggle amid COVID-19 restrictions
By Scot Bertram | The Center Square
(The Center Square) – A northern Illinois city is trying to help its local businesses stay afloat following additional...
Mitigations lifted in Metro East area; hospitalizations rise
By PETER HANCOCKCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com
SPRINGFIELD – State officials announced Friday that they are lifting the enhanced restrictions that have been in place for more...
Illinois surpasses 6 million individuals tested during the pandemic
SPRINGFIELD –Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced Tuesday an additional 2,630 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 42 additional confirmed deaths.
Among the...
