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Brookfield Zoo vaccinating animals against COVID-19

Similar shots have started at the Detroit Zoo and other zoos in the U.S. Like humans, the animals will get two doses three weeks apart.

News

2 men drown in Lake Michigan in Michigan over weekend

The victims included a 30-year-old Chicago man and a 67-year-old Michigan man.

Chicagoland News

Need ID? Appointment needed in many spots starting this week

People who need a road test, REAL IDs, driver's licenses or ID cards must have an appointment. White's office said new appointment slots will be available each day on cyberdriveillinois.com or people can call (844) 817-4649.

Chicago News

CTA requiring all employees to receive COVID vaccinations

Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination by the Oct. 25 deadline will face discipline in accordance with the CTA guidelines, the agency said.

Chicago News

United Center requiring proof of vaccination, negative test

The policy announced Thursday by the venue takes effect immediately and applies to fans as well as arena and team employees.

Lifestyle

Sensors provide a real-time glimpse at Chicago River quality

Quality of the river system has improved in recent years, helped by multibillion-dollar construction of new reservoirs and underground tunnels. But when rain overwhelms Chicago's sewer systems, sewage and stormwater is diverted to the river, prompting warnings to stay off the water.