Chicago’s Commissioner of Public Health, Dr. Allison Arwady, says there is no cost ever for getting a COVID-19 vaccine in the city, though providers may charge a small fee to administer. Reporter: Becky Vevea
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Ahmadou Drame, housing and community development manager for the Metropolitan Planning Council, discusses an executive order signed by President Biden and how it could affect racial segregation in Chicago. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Natalie Moore
Some families say a return to in-person learning could make a big difference in students’ emotional well-being. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Susie An
Black residents account for 15% of all vaccinated Chicagoans. Latinos account for 17%. City officials say they want to do better, focusing on 15 communities hit hard by COVID-19. Host: Marie Lane; Reporter: Becky Vevea
Reactions common across all age groups studied include fever, headache, fatigue, body aches and soreness. Find all our coverage at WBEZ.org/VaccineFAQ ; Reporter: Mariah Woelfel
Even as some activities in Illinois reopen, we’re still far from clear on what retail and restaurant life will look like once the pandemic is over. For Dry cleaners, COVID-19 is posing an existential threat. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Odette Yousef
The New Year is known for resolutions, new beginnings, reassessments. It’s usually a time people reflect on their life, career, goals and it’s also usually the time some people file for divorce. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Araceli Gomez-Aldana
Helen Beneker first met her adoptive mother, Lisa, six years ago. Now a senior in high school, she recently asked her some big questions. Producer: Bill Healy
“This is not okay,” said Aurelius Raines, who removed the Streeterville signs. “This right here is just violence against Black people.” Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Natalie Moore
A group of resident pediatricians in Chicago say the isolation caused by school closures is dangerous to kids' mental health. Host: Becky Vevea; Guest: Hasanga Samaraweera
Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois became the Senate Majority Whip earlier this month, making him one the top lawmakers in the Senate. Congress is set to take action on COVID-19 relief, domestic terrorism, and the impeachment of Donald Trump. Host: Mary D...
Illinois Public Health Director, Doctor Ngozi Ezike, says the info you need to provide when signing up for a COVID-19 Vaccine will depend on where you’re getting your shot, and what priority group you fall into. Reporter: Mariah Woelfel; Find all our c...
A new study from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows a third of Americans believe some myth about the coronavirus vaccine, like that it’ll cost money, when in reality it’ll be free. Reporter: Mariah Woelfel Find all our coverage at WBEZ.org/VaccineFAQ
Dr. Lynwood Jones helped treat Illinois’ first COVID-19 patients. One year later, he reflects on how the health system has responded — and what comes next. Host: Melba Lara; Producer: Lauren Frost
Chicago recently released a tentative timeline for when different groups can start getting vaccinated. By the end of March, the city hopes to open up COVID-19 vaccinations to anyone over 16 with an underlying health condition. Find all our coverage at ...
Illinois is expecting a steady stream of vaccine coming in from the federal government in the weeks ahead. Find more on how to get your COVID-19 Vaccine at WBEZ.org/VaccineFAQ Reporter: Becky Vevea
Vaccinations for teachers can ease school reopening tensions, but the inoculation schedule is uneven across Illinois. Host: Marie Lane; Reporter: Susie An