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Posted By: AltaD, 12/21/2021 3:54:09 PM
Chicago — Mayor Lori Lightfoot and health officials announced Tuesday that individuals 5 years of age and older will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to dine indoors and visit gyms or entertainment venues where food or drinks are served. According to the mayor’s office, the new requirement goes into effect Jan. 3 and is in response to an alarming rise in COVID-19 cases in part by the Omicron variant.(Snip)People age 5 and older must show proof of full vaccination. People age 16 and older will also need to provide identification that matches their vaccination record.
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No photo ID to vote but you'll need one to enter restaurants, bars, gyms, theaters and just about anywhere else in this city.