Illinois Rejects Federal Vaccine Guidance

Illinois is ditching federal recommendations and adopting the American Academy of Pediatrics’ vaccine schedule for kids. This move is just the latest example of the state breaking away from the Trump administration’s healthcare policies.

What’s Behind the Move?

The Trump administration has been busy revamping healthcare policies, including recommending fewer vaccines for kids and pulling out of the World Health Organization. Illinois isn’t having it.

Other News

Congressional candidate Katherine ‘Kat’ Abughazaleh is heading to trial in May over conspiracy charges related to a protest outside an ICE facility. And, a 17-year-old boy has been charged in a Loop mass shooting that happened after a Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

Sports and Business

New Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is a finalist for the NFL Coach of the Year award. Meanwhile, Adtalem Global Education is changing its name to Covista, because who doesn’t love a good rebrand? The company, which owns Chamberlain University, is shifting its focus to healthcare education.