Alaska becomes first state to allow anyone over 16 to get vaccine The governor of Alaska announced Tuesday night that effective immediately, Alaska will become the first state to allow anyone over the age of 16 to get the COVID-19 vaccine. LIRR to restore previous timetable by March 29 after cuts spark COVID concerns The Long Island Rail Road will restore service at the end of the month after planned service cuts this week sparked social distancing concerns amid wide criticism of packed trains. 'COVID arm': Some develop delayed skin reaction after Moderna vaccine shot Some people who have received a dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine are having a delayed reaction that causes a red, and sometimes bumpy rash on the arm.