The IDPH said that the new COVID-19 vaccine is recommended and proven by the CDC, but getting it depends on your insurance.

Despite "pandemic fatigue" and a rising sentiment that people just want to be done with the COVID-19 pandemic, it's clear that the pandemic isn't done with us. A new variant of concern has emerged, and case counts are on the rise again as we head into the holiday season. The 21st was joined by the Illinois Department of Public Health Director, Dr. Ngozi Ezike.

State health officials are investigating whether three cases of Legionnaires' disease are linked to a suburban Chicago hospital.

The Illinois Department of Public Health says a fourth Illinois resident has died after being hospitalized with a vaping-related lung injury.

Flu season has begun once again in Illinois, and public health officials are urging residents to practice good hygiene and vaccinate against the virus.