Aaron Rodgers hasnt won a super bowl since Obamas first term pic.twitter.com/D0WxOeCDfn, Tribune critic Louisa Chu grants two-and-a-half stars to Peanut Park Trattoria, the new neighborhood restaurant in Little Italy from the owners of deli palace Tempesta Market, thin-crust hit Coalfire, and suburban traditionalist Ristorante Agostino. Every dime we make fundsreportingfrom Chicagos neighborhoods. DeFranco is among many restaurant owners feeling left in the dark. Mikerphone also led a fundraising campaign, ultimately raising more than $145,000. Chicago has had 270 confirmed cases reported since Monday. The health commissioner expects the city to hit its goal for non-ICU hospital beds just a little behind that.. Eli Lilly cuts insulin prices up to 70% amid pressure to slash costs, Jurors to visit Murdaugh crime scene ahead of closing arguments, $1M winning Powerball ticket sold in Chicago. He thanked the unions that supported him and gave a special shout-out to his wife, telling the crowd, Chicago, a Black woman will still be in charge.. Crime was an issue that resonated with voters. 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JB Pritzker announced last week Illinois' statewide mask mandate is set to end Feb. 28, so long as the state's COVID-19 metrics continue to fall. Lightfoot, who tested positive for COVID last month, says she will continue to wear a mask. Chicago was supposed to hit three out of four COVID-19 milestones for two weeks before it'd drop the city's mandates. The fire began around 3:30 a.m. Monday in an apartment neighboring the brewery at 2925 W. Montrose Avenue, according to multiple news reports, before rapidly spreading to Twisted Hippo and a nearby gym, both of which were decimated. Vallas served as an adviser to the Fraternal Order of Police during its negotiations with Lightfoots administration. But there are less than two weeks to go before Feb. 28 and Chicagos only hit one of its goals so far. The health care vaccination mandate is scheduled to run until November 2024. The Chicago Board of Education is poised to vote on a resolution at Wednesdays monthly board meeting that would ratify district COVID-19 safety measures including universal masking of students and staff; testing for unvaccinated employees; and directing those who test positive or have been exposed to the virus to temporarily stay home. Let's not play games with the numbers, and let's let the economy roll," said Leonard DeFranco, co-owner of Hawkeye's Bar And Grill. Its reporting an average of 376 per day. Its reporting an average of 431 per day. Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said Tuesday that based on the way the city's COVID-19 numbers are trending, proof of vaccination requirements could be lifted . But she voted for Vallas on Tuesday, saying she was impressed by his detailed strategy to address public safety. A "Mask Required" sign at the entrance to a Kroger Co. grocery store in Houston, Texas, on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. ", "I don't want to put an artificial date on when this is going to happen when we still see some danger signs in the data," Lightfoot said. We have made great progress in recent weeks against this virus, and we do not want to jeopardize that progress by moving too quickly, CPS said in a release. The show requires its chef contestants to create meals from a selection of mystery ingredients. Chicago business owners frustrated; city's restrictions may not lift with Illinois mask mandate end COVID Illinois: City of Chicago vaccine mandate, face mask requirements may not end. Plus, the Wieners Circle celebrates the Packers loss, and Peanut Park is a taste of Chicago history. This article contains new, firsthand information uncovered by its reporter(s). Oops. Testing in Chicago is up 17 percent from a week ago. A federal judge last week denied a request from Chicago-based fast food giant McDonalds to toss out a discrimination lawsuit brought by Byron Allen, the high-profile businessman and media mogul behind the Weather Channel, according to Crains. CHICAGO Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Public Health Commissioner Allison Arwady, M.D., announced today that the City will remove the mask and vaccine requirements for certain public spaces on February 28 to align with the State of Illinois previously announced plans to lift the statewide indoor mask mandate on that day. The vaccination requirement that went into effect at Chicago bars and restaurants on January 3 and has caused controversy in some communities since then will be lifted as soon as the citys COVID-19 spread decreases substantially, possibly by spring, Dr. Allison Arwady, the citys public health commissioner, said at a question-and-answer session last week. Chicago will act in concert with the state, which is also scheduled to lift its mask mandate on Monday. She also said she will continue to wear a mask in public. Illinois will end its indoor mask mandate for most public places on Feb. 28. Aaron Rodgers hasnt won a super bowl since Obamas first term, the tweet notes. Lightfoots announcement was widely expected. A formal announcement regarding changes to the mask and vaccine proof requirements will be made next week, the health official stated. Through the resolution, the board would also reaffirm CPS CEO Pedro Martinezs authority to change district COVID-19 policies in consultation with public health officials and other stakeholders, which presumably include the Chicago Teachers Union. The clerk's office keeps city records and makes them publicly accessible, and it keeps Chicagoans informed about City Council happenings. Throughout the pandemic, Lightfoot has walked a fine line between tough measures and keeping the city open. But some contend it's time to stop now, citing fewer severe COVID-19 cases, health care staffing shortages and the impending May 11 expiration of a national public health emergency that has been in place since January 2020. The Wild Things 2023 Conference drew thousands of outdoor sorts. Thats their choice and obviously thats their right, Lightfoot said. The safety agreement with the teachers union mandates masks in schools until August. But she also has made a point of emphasizing her desire to keep the city as open as possible. As Lightfoot lifted her mandates, she told residents to respect the wishes of businesses that choose to require masks or proof-of-vaccination. Something went wrong. 6:45 PM PT - Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Allens company sued McDonalds in May 2021 , alleging that the chain almost exclusively spends ad dollars with white-owned television stations, thus discriminating against Black-owned networks like his own. Mayor Lori Lightfoot puts on a face mask while listening as Dr. Allison Arwady speaks to reporters, during a press conference announcing the citys plans to lift its mask and proof-of-vaccine mandates at City Hall, Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022. "We're really close, and it is really exciting.". She told her fellow mayors around the country not to fear being bold. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago health officials said they anticipate that the city's proof of vaccine requirement and indoor mask mandate will lift around the same time as the state's. Vallas was the only white candidate in the field. The key metrics of the City has been used to track COVID-19 cases and hospital capacity since early in the pandemic including COVID-19 cases diagnosed per day, test positivity, and hospital and ICU beds occupied by COVID-19 patients. And many business owners are getting frustrated with the city, especially those in the restaurant industry, which has been hit hard by the pandemic. JB Pritzker announced last week Illinois statewide mask mandate is set to end Feb. 28, so long as the states COVID-19 metrics continue to fall. That's just that's just how it isAnd we're getting really close and that is thanks to Chicagoans.". The changes come after weeks of COVID-19 numbers coming down from the Omicron surge. Rudina Alihajdaraj, a hostess with Pequods Pizza, inspects a COVID-19 vaccination card on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, the first day that proof of vaccination mandate is required to eat inside at Chicago restaurants. Central U.S. location and a deep labor pool help Chicago snare top honor from Site Selection magazine for 10th year in a row. Gov. Thats tough. But in a 2020 radio interview, Johnson said defunding is not just a slogan but an actual real political goal, and he sponsored a nonbinding resolution on the county board to redirect money from policing and jails to social services. Since COVID-19 arrived in Chicago, we have been guided by the data when making decisions about necessary steps to protect people and keep from overwhelming our healthcare system, said CDPH Commissioner Allison Arwady, M.D. As Illinois aims to lift its mask mandate by Feb. 28, Chicago city officials assert the city's proof-of-vaccination and mask requirements could end soon, but have stopped short of providing a specific date. Masks will still be required on public transportation, in healthcare settings, and in certain school districts, including the Chicago Public Schools. SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher gave a speech at the 2023 SAG Awards Sunday night urging Hollywood to use its power to end its "bulls - - t" COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Its important for us to recognize this moment for what it is: a huge step forward in our effort to overcome COVID-19, Lightfoot said. Jason Statham, Hugh Grant and Aubrey Plaza star in an inconsequential serving of empty cinematic calories. (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune). "It riles me. He has called for adding hundreds of police officers to patrol the city, saying crime is out of control and morale among officers sunk to a new low during Lightfoots tenure. All rights reserved. Clickhereto support Block Clubwith atax-deductible donation. The other candidates were businessman Willie Wilson, Chicago City Council members Sophia King and Roderick Sawyer, activist JaMal Green and state Rep. Kambium Kam Buckner. From your lips to Gods ears, she replied. Clickhereto support Block Clubwith atax-deductible donation. Copyright 2023 WLS-TV. Lindsey Hegarty, a 30-year-old paralegal who lives on Chicagos North Side, said she backed Johnson because he seemed like the most progressive candidate on issues like policing, mental health and public transit. As Illinois aims to lift its mask mandate by Feb. 28, Chicago city officials assert the city's proof-of-vaccination and mask requirements could end soon, but have stopped short of providing. Under the statewide and newly announced city rules, face coverings will still be required in schools, health care settings and public transportation. Please enter a valid email and try again. A few months ago they said they didnt know who I was. Chicago workers can pay for tests instead of getting COVID-19 vaccine until the end of the year By Claudia Morell. Even by the mayors own standards for lifting mitigations, Chicago now passes the test with flying colors. Vallas, a former schools CEO backed by the police union, and Johnson, a Cook County commissioner endorsed by the Chicago Teachers Union, advanced to the April 4 runoff after none of the nine candidates was able to secure over 50% of the vote to win outright. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa and other City Council members, Woman, 55, fatally wounded Tuesday night in North Austin neighborhood, New NCAA president says NIL rules could protect college athletes, Glencoe begins cost sharing program to combat lead pipes, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Lightfoot was asked Tuesday whether the declaration of independence from masks and proof-of-vaccine mandates marks an end to a pandemic that has dragged on for two years. Lea este artculo en espaol en La Voz Chicago. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has four levels of community transmission. "It's been a tough environment, we've all had to learn on our feet," said Phillip Walters, B. Hospitality Co. "As we lift the mask mandates, we hope people will feel more safe and start to come out again," said Steven Hartenstein, Stefani Restaurant Group. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced the city will end its mask mandate at the end of February, in line with the statewide date. More Chicagoans were hospitalized with COVID-19 during the Omicron surge than at any prior point in the pandemic and the great majority of these hospitalizations were in unvaccinated Chicagoans. During a Facebook live question-and-answer session, Arwady said she is "feeling optimistic," about moving forward. Still, a lawsuit by CPS parents in Mount Greenwood against the mandate could impact the situation going forward. The requirement forced restaurants and bars already struggling with a shortage of staff to reassign some workers to check vaccination cards and IDs or ask beleaguered wait staff to do it. "As the nation . OAN Sophia Flores. Despite the CDC recommendations, local governments, including those in areas of low risk, like most of northern Illinois, have the ability to set their own rules. We will have a safe Chicago. sent-trib.com That is their right. Block Club Chicago has more on San Franciscos victory, the scene at Wieners Circle, and a pressing staff update: legendary late-night insult artist Roberta Poochie Jackson is making videos for fans on Cameo for $50 apiece. In making the announcement Tuesday, Lightfoot thanked residents who have complied with the rules and acknowledged the hardships that have resulted from the pandemic and resulting restrictions, citing the restaurant industry in particular. Thats down from 2% a week ago. The mayor noted that masks would continue to be required on public transit, in health care settings and in other congregate spaces, following federal mandates and CDC guidance. (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune). An official website of the City of Chicago. As the City transitions its mitigation measures to remove the mask requirement, many Chicagoans will continue to wear masks in public spaces for a variety of reasons, even if they are vaccinated. Please be kind and considerate of your fellow Chicagoans and the decisions we all continue to make to protect themselves and those around them.. Many school districts around the state have already gone mask-optional following recent court rulings school that temporarily suspended the mask rules for children whose families sued. The news was met with mixed reactions. The deluge of well-wishes has prompted Golom to think about delaying the closure and put the business up for sale in the hope that another operator will take it over. Thanks for subscribing to Block Club Chicago, an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. City data shows more than 1.8 million Chicagoans or 68.2 percent of all residents are fully vaccinated, and 76.1 percent of all Chicagoans have gotten at least one shot. Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that Chicago will drop its mask mandate for most settings, as well as its proof-of-vaccination mandate at restaurants, bars and other indoor establishments,. Heres what we know and what it means for schools, Chicago and the suburbs. Illinois and Chicago have administered at least 20,909,741 vaccine doses of the 23,455,645 provided to them. Eli Lilly cuts insulin prices up to 70% amid pressure to slash costs, Jurors to visit Murdaugh crime scene ahead of closing arguments, $1M winning Powerball ticket sold in Chicago. In Illinois, about 8 million people or 63.18 percent of the states 12.7 million people are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to state data. They cited a 1.5 point drop in the past week in Chicago's positivity rate. Vallas, who has led school systems in Chicago, New Orleans and Philadelphia, lost a 2019 bid for mayor. Please enter a valid email and try again. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its masking guidance Fridayto show 70% of the nation's counties at low or medium risk for COVID. I still encourage people to take precautions and definitely get vaccinated to protect yourself and your loved ones.. "We're still going to do that because we want to protect ourselves and the public," said Vicky Smith, owner of Charbella Salon. Lightfoot, the first Black woman and first openly gay person to lead the city, won her first term in 2019 after promising to end decades of corruption and backroom dealing at City Hall. While COVID case numbers and hospitalizations have been on a downward trend in Chicago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot won't commit to eliminating the mask and vaccine mandate in indoor spaces by the end of the month, in line with the state's plan. Masks will continue to be required in health care settings, on public transit, and in other congregate settings. Listen to Its All Good: A Block Club Chicago Podcast here: Some races are still too close to call, while others saw incumbents get forced into runoffs. It does not apply to visitors. Here are key takeaways from the night. Chicagos mask and vaccination requirements will end on Monday, February 28, the same day the state mask mandate is lifted, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced yesterday. The treasurer's office oversees the city's $9 billion investment portfolio, and the treasurer records the city's finances and shares reports on them with City Council. Asked if she was treated unfairly because of her race and gender, Lightfoot said: Im a black woman in America. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast). Subscribe to Block Club Chicago,an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. Suburban Cook County. Based on key data, it looks as if the worst of the Omicron surge is behind us and we will be able to safely remove these emergency measures instituted to protect the health and safety of our residents, said Mayor Lightfoot. Police have not yet made any arrests. The Chicago Transit Authority reminded travelers Saturday that masks are still required on public buses and trains, as well as within the station. Meanwhile, bars and restaurants continue to deal with slow business and enforcing the mandate in the face of rude customers. CHICAGO Illinois' mask mandate is ending Feb. 28. Chicago lifting mask and vaccine mandates on Feb. 28 but will keep masks in schools for now Rather than risk yet another confrontation with the Chicago Teachers Union, Mayor Lori Lightfoot and CPS CEO Pedro Martinez will follow the agreement they struck with CTU to end a dispute that canceled classes for five days last month. Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Feb. 22, 2022, as she announces the city will be ending its indoor mask requirement in most locations on Feb. 28. "We are now seeing the fastest rate of decline in our COVID-19 hospitalization metrics since the pandemic began," Pritzker said. Email: Chicago Mayor Lightfoot ousted; Vallas, Johnson in runoff, Road reconstruction closes part of Ohio 25, Kobe Bryant family settles photo lawsuit for $28.5 million, Greek transport minister resigns over train crash; 36 dead, TikTok sets new default time limits for minors. But if we're talking about a week difference, for example, we might extend it. The pandemic also may shape elections for mayor in other cities this year, such as Philadelphia and Houston, where incumbents cannot run again due to term limits. Lightfoot said the city is "making tremendous progress" in bringing down COVID-19 cases, but added that 500 cases per day is "not where we want to be," saying "we're still seeing too many people dying every day from COVID. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. We would not have been in a position even a few weeks ago to be making this kind of announcement today.. "As the . COVID-19 lab-confirmed cases (now 283 cases per day in Chicago) remain just above the historic lower risk range but this is offset by the much higher testing and very low-test positivity. Mayor Lori Lightfoot announces Feb. 22, 2022, that the city will be ending its indoor mask requirement in most locations on Feb. 28. ], Lightfoot said she will not hesitate to impose new rules and mandates to protect public health in the future but said her goal is to never shut down our economy again.. ### In September, for instance, she dismissed a proposal for such a mandate from Ald. Were gonna see where we are next week and make a decision sort of either way there, Arwady said. Bowling Green, OH 43402 "Really? READ MORE: Pritzker to lift Illinois mask mandate for some. Oct. 8, 2021, 4:30 p.m. CT . Well, if you didnt know, now you know, Johnson said. As of Monday night, 352 people with COVID-19 were in the ICU and 172 people with COVID-19 were using ventilators in Illinois. 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