Illinois COVID Update Today: IL reports 1,997 new coronavirus cases, 19 deaths; Phase 4 modifications expected this week
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Officials are working on a new phased reopening plan as the state of Illinois set another vaccination record Monday, with the 7-day average now above 100,000 doses a day. Illinois Department of Public Health officials reported 1,997 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 and 19 deaths on Tuesday. It comes as Chicago is set to announce a March 29 start date for the next vaccination phase. In 1C, more essential workers are eligible - including those in hospitality, construction, law, banking and media - as are Chicagoans ages 16 to 64 with serious health conditions. "Broa...