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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


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As COVID-19 cases rise, the city recommends boosters shots. Here’s what you need to know about how to receive one.

December 23, 2021

Evanston reported 161 COVID-19 cases last Friday, the highest number of cases in a day since pandemic began in March 2020, according to a Monday news release.  The city averaged about 94 cases per...

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COVID-19 positivity rate increases before Thanksgiving amid booster shot eligibility expansion

November 22, 2021

As the number of COVID-19 tests taken on campus continues to decline, the positivity rate has risen.  Out of roughly 4,000 tests taken this week, 37 came back positive, putting the positivity rate...

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City releases survey, Cook County opens appointments for pediatric COVID-19 vaccination

November 11, 2021

Evanston opened a new survey this week where interested residents can sign up for a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11. This announcement follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s...

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Northwestern’s COVID-19 on-campus requirements, activities: Explained

September 22, 2021

As Northwestern transitions back to a pre-pandemic campus experience, the University has implemented several public health policies in accordance with Illinois and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

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Illinois to expand vaccine rollout to residents with pre-existing conditions on Feb. 25

February 14, 2021

Illinois will expand vaccine eligibility under Phase 1B to include people with underlying health conditions and comorbidities, such as cancer and diabetes, on Feb. 25. "Illinois is moving forward in...

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