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Here Are the Required Metrics for Illinois to Move to New ‘Bridge Phase'
In order for Illinois to move to the new “Bridge Phase,” considered the final step before the full reopening, the entire state must meet the required metrics.
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As Hospitalizations Surge, Health Services Are ‘Extremely Strained,' Chicago Doctor Says
As the number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations surge in Chicago and Illinois, one doctor on the frontlines is pleading for more centralized communication to combat the virus, opposed to each state coming up with its own messaging. NBC 5’s Natalie Martinez reports.
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As Hospitalizations Surge, Health Services Are ‘Extremely Strained,' Chicago Doctor Says
As the number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations surge in Chicago and Illinois, one doctor on the frontlines is pleading for more centralized communication to combat the virus, opposed to each state coming up with its own messaging. “I really hope that this was a cautionary tale for our next few months and that people start reacting when they recognize...
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Bars and Restaurants Brace for New Restrictions as Coronvirus Cases Surge Across Chicago
Bar and restaurant owners across Chicago as well as their patrons are bracing for impact as new rules are scheduled to come to indoor dining and non-essential businesses amid a second wave of coronavirus cases. NBC 5’s Natalie Martinez reports
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Chicago Bars, Restaurants Brace for Impact of New City-Wide Restrictions
Bar and restaurant owners across Chicago as well as their patrons are bracing for impact as new rules are scheduled to come to indoor dining and non-essential businesses amid a second wave of coronavirus cases. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced new restrictions during a Thursday briefing, suspending indoor bar service just weeks after reopening such establishments as colder weather begins…
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Chicago Shuts Down Indoor Bar Service Again, Restricts Hours for Businesses as Cases Spike
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced new restrictions during a Thursday briefing, suspending indoor bar service just weeks after reopening such establishments as colder weather begins to limit outdoor options.
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These Are the Coronavirus Metrics to Pay Attention to
Chicago’s top public health official has long warned that the city’s average new coronavirus cases per day was a number to keep an eye on, but as that number rises, she says it’s no longer the only statistic to watch for.
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Arwady Expects Chicago to Reach 400 Cases Per Day This Week, a Number She Has Long Warned About
Chicago’s top public health official says she expects the city to reach an average of 400 new coronavirus cases per day this week, a metric she has been warning about for weeks. Currently, the city is averaging 364 cases per day, 10% higher than at this time last week, Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said. “I…
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Chicago Adds Indiana, 3 Other States to Coronavirus Travel Order
The city of Chicago on Tuesday added four states, including bordering state Indiana, to the city’s emergency travel order requiring a 14-day quarantine.
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Illinois Surpasses Four Million Tests Since Pandemic Began
The state of Illinois surpassed a major milestone on Sunday – more than 4 million coronavirus tests performed since the pandemic began.
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Here's a Look at the New Restrictions to Take Effect in Chicago
Indoor service at bars in Chicago will be forced to shut down and other restrictions will be heightened once again as the city sees an increase in its average daily cases, officials announced Monday.