Kane County Tops 49K Coronavirus Cases, Nears 700 Deaths

Coronavirus cases and related deaths in Kane County are at their lowest points in months, as is the region’s positivity rate.

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting Aurora Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Aurora.

Pop-Up Pantry To Feed Hundreds Of Aurora Kids On Saturday

The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry is set to hand out boxes filled with food and snacks for kids Saturday morning in Lincoln Park.

Coronavirus Restrictions Loosen Again As Aurora Moves To Phase 4

The reduced restrictions expand indoor dining, reopen indoor recreation facilities and permit larger social gatherings.

How Close Are Aurora Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

New federal data shows how the coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospitals and their ICUs in Kane County.

114 Coronavirus Deaths, 6,700 Cases In Kane County During January

January was the second-deadliest month of the coronavirus pandemic in Kane County, though new cases dropped, public health data shows.

Coronavirus Vaccine Website Opens For Aurora Residents

Residents can visit the Kane County Health Department's website for help making appointments to receive the coronavirus vaccine.

6,200 Vaccinated Against Coronavirus In Kane County: IDPH

Nearly 25,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been administered to Kane County residents as of Friday, public health data shows.

Mobile Coronavirus Test Units Coming To Aurora Neighborhoods

Officials are sending mobile units to the 60505 ZIP code, which accounts for more than 40 percent of Aurora's 17,000-plus coronavirus cases.

Weekly Update: See Which Aurora Area Hospitals Are Nearing Capacity

See how the coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospital capacity in Kane County and across Illinois.

84 Coronavirus Deaths In Kane County During First 3 Weeks Of 2021

Coronavirus-related deaths remain high in Kane County, but officials are loosening restrictions due to falling cases and positivity rates.

Aurora Opens Warming Center With Single-Digit Temperatures Coming

Residents can find refuge from the bitter cold at the Aurora Transportation Center from 6 p.m. Friday through Saturday morning.

4,100 Vaccinated Against Coronavirus In Kane County: IDPH

More than 17,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been administered in Kane County, according to officials.

See Which Aurora Area Hospitals Are Nearing Capacity

New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Aurora area.

Aurora Moves Back To Tier 2 Coronavirus Restrictions

Some pandemic restrictions have been rolled back in Kane and DuPage counties, but indoor service at bars and restaurants remains banned.

Kane County To Stay In Tier 3 As Restrictions Loosen Elsewhere

Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Friday that three regions can move back to Tier 2 mitigations, but that doesn't include Kane County.

75K Kane County Residents In Coronavirus Vaccine Phase 1B

Residents over 65 and front-line workers will be eligible for coronavirus vaccines during the next phase of the rollout.

0 Coronavirus Deaths Wednesday In Kane Co.; First Time In 45 Days

Public health officials reported no new coronavirus-related deaths Wednesday in Kane County, ending a streak of 45 days with at least one.

2,600 Vaccinated Against Coronavirus In Kane Co.; Next Phase Soon

About 6,300 others in Kane County received the first dose of the coronavirus vaccine by Tuesday, according to public health data.

See Which Aurora Area Hospitals Near Capacity Amid Coronavirus Surge

New data provided by the federal government shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in the Aurora area.

Kane County Tops 600 Deaths, 44,000 Coronavirus Cases

Nearly 250 Kane County residents have died from COVID-19 in the past 10 weeks, according to public health data.

Kane-DuPage Region Ineligible For Reduced COVID-19 Restrictions

A current lack of available hospital beds and insufficient decline in coronavirus hospitalizations both prevent a loosening of restrictions.

Give Kane County Residents The Dignity Of A Sunday Supper

The Sunday Supper movement is catching on, but putting together a decent meal is a struggle for almost 62,000 people in Kane County.

Health Care Workers Get Coronavirus Vaccines At Kane Co. Clinics

More than 1,500 health care workers in Kane County are set to receive coronavirus vaccines this week, health officials said Wednesday.

Register For Coronavirus Vaccine Info From Kane Co. Health Dept.

Kane County residents can register to get the latest information on coronavirus vaccines, but they won’t be guaranteed a spot in line.

Kane Co. Starts 2021 With Deadliest Day Of Coronavirus Pandemic

Public health officials reported a dozen COVID-19 deaths on New Year's Day in Kane County.

Coronavirus Vaccinations To Start Thursday For Aurora VNA Workers

VNA Health Care workers who interact with patients in Aurora will start receiving the coronavirus vaccine New Year's Eve, the company said.

131 Coronavirus Deaths In December Set Monthly Record In Kane Co.

Officials reported five COVID-19 deaths Wednesday in Kane County, pushing the monthly death toll above the previous high set in May.

CVS To Start Coronavirus Vaccinations In Aurora Nursing Homes

Eventually, CVS will provide vaccines to the public in its 10,000 pharmacy locations across the country.

14 Coronavirus Deaths Over Christmas Weekend In Kane County: IDPH

December is on pace to be Kane County’s deadliest month of the pandemic, with 121 deaths through Dec. 28. There were 123 deaths in May.

4 Deaths, 258 Coronavirus Cases On Christmas Eve In Kane County

Kane County is set to top 40,000 coronavirus cases on Christmas, with the pandemic’s death toll continuing to rise.

Get A Tax Deduction In Patch Holiday Food Drive In Kane County

The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America and food banks, pantries and meal programs in Kane County.

See The Risk Of Coronavirus Exposure Indoors In Kane County

A tool developed by researchers from several universities lets you see your risk of being exposed to the coronavirus indoors.

102 Coronavirus Deaths, 7,757 Cases In Kane County Since Dec. 1

Kane County experienced its deadliest week of the pandemic from Dec. 10-16, though its positivity rate and new cases dropped significantly.

Aurora Meijer Prepares For Eventual Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout

The pharmacy's technicians are crucial public health partners for increasing access to coronavirus vaccines, the company said.

Coronavirus Deaths Top 500 In Kane County With 5 More Tuesday

December is on pace to be Kane County’s deadliest month of the coronavirus pandemic, with 71 residents dying during its first 15 days.

Coronavirus: How Full Are Aurora-Area Hospitals?

There is now public data showing how close your local hospitals are to being at or over capacity.

New Health Director To Lead Kane Co. Through Coronavirus Pandemic

Kathy Fosser will step up to lead the Kane County Health Department after its executive director retired last month amid the pandemic.

Coronavirus Pandemic Claims Youngest Victim In Kane County

A woman in her 20s was among the new COVID-19 deaths reported Monday in Kane County, according to public health officials.

31 Coronavirus Deaths In Kane County During 1st Week of December

Coronavirus-related deaths have been surging in Kane County for the past three weeks after large spikes in cases and hospitalizations.