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Good Wednesday morning, Illinois. I’m planning a Clubhouse gathering Friday afternoon (exact timing TBD) to talk about Illinois politics. As I gather my thoughts, send your suggestions for issues to discuss: [email protected].
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker plans to expand coronavirus vaccine eligibility to all Illinois residents over 16 except Chicagoans starting April 12, and initiate a new “bridge” phase as part of his plan to reopen the state, sources told the Chicago Sun-Times.
The governor is expected to make the announcement at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the Thompson Center.
Chicago receives its own federal vaccine allotment and sets its own eligibility rules. City Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said Wednesday that “most Chicagoans” could get in line for the vaccine by March 29, with an expansion to those over 16 with underlying conditions and targeted groups of essential workers.
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