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Johnson & Johnson vaccine is coming back. Plus, COVID infections surge globally but not in the U.S. Apr 23, 2021

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While the U.S. is managing the pandemic well at the moment, infections around the rest of the world are on the rise, fueled by a massive surge in India.

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine could be back soon in the U.S.

California's two public university systems are requiring students to be vaccinated.

The Oscars during a pandemic. Do people even care?

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Working from home really does work. Plus, vaccinating pregnant women appears safe and effective. Apr 22, 2021

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New research shows working from home is boosting productivity.

A clinical trial shows promise when it comes to vaccinating pregnant women.

California went from COVID hotspot to having the lowest infection rate in the mainland U.S. What changed so dramatically?

Airlines are making a big comeback as more people get vaccinated.

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Should we still wear masks outdoors? Plus, another variant is found that could cause trouble. Apr 21, 2021

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Is now the time to get rid of outdoor mask mandates?

Another variant is found that could cause problems.

Can doctors and health officials ever convince vaccine holdouts to get a shot?

How will history remember this pandemic? Will it even be talked about in 100 years?

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Global herd immunity may be years away? Plus, J&J vaccine distribution is set to resume. Apr 19, 2021

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COVID vaccines shots are going into lots of arms. The CDC says nearly half off all adults in the U-S have received at least one dose. It also says an average of 3-point-2 million doses are being administered each day. Does it mean we're on track for herd immunity soon? Dr. Robert Kim-Farley, professor of epidemiology & community healthy sciences at UCLA.

Dr. Anthony Fauci says a decision on whether to resume vaccinating people with the Johnson & Johnson shots will probably come by Friday. The shots paused here in California when the recommendation was given to stop them over blood clot concerns. Dr. George Rutherford is an epidemiologist & director of the Division of Prevention & Public Health at UC San Francisco's School of Medicine.

As we continue the battle against COVID-19, the main focus these days are variants. And as we talk more about variants you are probably hearing a phrase thrown around: genetic surveillance. It's a critical tool when it comes to knowing where you stand with regards to variants. Dr. Zachary Klase is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology & Physiology at the Drexel College of Medicine.

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Is it rude to ask someone if they've been vaccinated? Plus, people are getting anxious to return to work. Apr 16, 2021

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The Biden Administration says the U.S. is setting up a $1.7 billion national network to identify and track worrisome coronavirus variants and mutations whose spread could trigger another pandemic wave.

Should you ask someone if they've been vaccinated? We explore vaccine etiquette.

Lots of people are anxious to return to the office rather than work home.

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A third vaccine shot!? Really? Plus, pandemic burnout is a growing problem. Apr 15, 2021

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You might need another vaccine shot soon. Pfizer's CEO says a third shot could be required within a year.

Pandemic burnout is real and impacting many people. What can be done to deal with this?

Sports venues are open again in LA. Staples Center has some very strict rules that are upsetting women and disabled people.

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Can empty middle seats stop COVID on airlines? Plus, restaurants struggle to find workers as they reopen. Apr 14, 2021

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A CDC study makes the case for empty middle seats on airlines.

Restaurants are reopening with full capacity but there's a shortage of food industry workers right now.

Contact tracing and COVID-19 exposure apps aren't as popular as developers thought.

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Johnson & Johnson vaccine trouble. Will this spoil vaccination efforts? Plus, why is Michigan America's COVID hotspot? Apr 13, 2021

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U.S. health officials recommend a temporary pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over blood clot concerns. Will this disrupt vaccination efforts? And will this scare people away from getting a vaccine shot?

We look into why COVID-19 is surging in Michigan.

Great Britain is opening back up. Will its efficient vaccination effort prevent another surge?

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Can cases and vaccinations both increase at the same time? Plus, grocery shopping is a whole different experience now. Apr 12, 2021

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Headlines about the vaccines and the South African variant might not tell the whole story.

Two different realities in America--surge of cases in several states and vaccinations picking up momentum.

Grocery shopping has changed in many ways since the pandemic started.

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Is it safe to return to ballparks? Roller skates are roaring back during the pandemic. Apr 09, 2021

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Get your peanuts and cracker jacks ready. Baseball is back, and finally fans can watch their favorite team play in person. But is it safe to watch a ball game at an outdoor stadium with thousands of other fans? Dr. Donald Milton is a professor of environmental health & airborne viral transmission at the University of Maryland School of Public Health.

American intelligence agencies periodically put out a report peering into the future. It's called the "Global Trends" report. And the new one is out, looking ahead to 2040. The future, portrayed by the CIA, doesn't look pretty. We may have more frequent and intense global crises of all kinds, not to mention climate change. Diana Bolsinger is graduate director of the Intelligence & National Security Studies Program at the University of Texas, El Paso.

The restaurant industry is hiring again. As more places are reopening or increasing their capacity, employers are putting out the "help wanted" sign. But it turns are many restaurants are struggling to find help and fill vacant positions. WBBM's Cisco Cotto spoke with Ally Marotti, Restaurants & Retail Reporter for Crain's Chicago Business.

Billionaires got a lot richer over the past year while many Americans are still trying to claw their way out of financial distress. And experts believe this will lead to a so-called K-shaped recovery when the wealthy will pull out of a recession faster and stronger as others will stagnate. KYW's Matt Leon spoke with David Fiorenza, Associate Professor of Practice at Villanova School of Business.

Roller Skates are roaring back. Following its heyday in the 80s and 90s, roller skating is having a moment during the pandemic. Enthusiasts believe it's a fun way to exercise outdoors. Plus, we have social media that's driving the popularity. Dave White is the owner of Los Angeles Skating Company.

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