Nat Thomas, David Kovaluk
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St. Louis Public Radio
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Nat Thomas | St. Louis Public Radio/Data on COVID-19 is imperfect, and these numbers don't tell a complete story in themselves. But, combined with our other reporting on this pandemic and its effects on our region, these numbers and graphs can help you be more informed about what's happening. -
David Kovaluk / St. Louis Public Radio/The St. Louis region continues to see a rising number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. Doctors say they worry that winter and the holiday season will bring people indoors and spread the virus faster. But scientists say they are learning more about the virus and how people can stay safe.
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New COVID-19 vaccinations in Missouri have slowed as many residents refuse the shot, asserting their personal freedom. Republican lawmakers claiming vaccine mandates amount to government overreach have fought back against local officials and public health departments. In more than two dozen counties, fewer than one-third of people are fully vaccinated. -
More than 40 doctors and nurses from the Navy will arrive at Christian Hospital in north St. Louis County to help doctors overwhelmed by the influx of COVID-19 patients.
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Arts groups eye a return to the stage once the omicron surge subsides.
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Last month, multiple school districts made plans to make masks optional in schools, but many have reversed course amid rising COVID-19 cases.
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Children between 5 and 11 have been eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine for nearly three months, but only about 13% of children in that age group in Missouri are fully vaccinated.
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Sheriffs who are charged with operating county jails around the state say IDOC’s decision puts more strain on county resources and personnel.
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Gov. Pritzker said the state is bolstering its health care workforce by deploying more workers and allowing out-of-state health care providers to continue practicing in Illinois with expanded permissions to care for all patients.
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School districts across the region say they are having difficulties covering classes as teachers and staff are out sick because of COVID-19. Some say Missouri should provide more flexibility to allow virtual learning.
