Also happening today, Illinois' stay-at-home order is being extended until the end of May, but the Governor said he is easing up on some restrictions; one of the areas where restrictions are being eased is outdoor activities, such as golf; three students from Woodridge School District 68 are accused of wearing blackface, making racist social media videos on TickTok; and much more.

In other top stories this evening: Indiana coronavirus death toll tops 700; police official tells drivers to slow down; and more.

Also happening today, wide open roads are leading some to speed recklessly, according to a suburban police chief and he’s urging people to slow down; a Chicago alderman wants to require people to wear masks when they can't maintain social distancing, but the Mayor has reservations about it; another Chicago area community is now requiring people to wear face masks in public; and much more.

Also happening today, Mayor Lightfoot is rejecting a proposal to require people to wear face masks in some instances; another big event in Chicago is being postponed; a career fair is scheduled for today in Chicago, and you won’t have to leave your house to attend; an alleged home invader is hospitalized after being shot by an occupant of the house; and much more.

In other top stories this evening: Illinois reports biggest daily jump in number of coronavirus cases; coughing on someone: a crime? And more ...

Also happening today, a number of suburban communities are already cancelling Fourth of July fireworks displays; Governor Pritzker said he is weighing the state's options, as the latest evidence suggests Illinois' coronavirus outbreak might not peak until the middle of May; and much more.

Also happening today, we’re getting a better idea what the COVID-19 pandemic is costing the City of Chicago government; the coronavirus may have sparked a new condition dermatologists are calling COVID-toes; two Cook County Jail inmates are now charged with attempted murder in connection with an attack last week that left one guard hospitalized and two others hurt; and much more.

In other top news stories this evening: Blues Fest and other events are casualties of pandemic; IHSA cancels spring tournaments; area drive-in theater set to reopen; and more.

Also happening today, a Chicago alderman wants to see a grace period allowed for renters who are having a tough time paying rent during the pandemic; a regional healthcare center is starting COVID-19 testing in several northern Illinois cities today; a Chicago police officer was hurt in an accident along Lake Shore Drive earlier today; and much more.

Also happening today, a North Side alderman is proposing payment breaks for renters who lose income during the pandemic; Mayor Lightfoot and Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) will launch today a citywide cloth mask drive; a funeral service will be held today for the second Chicago police officer to die of COVID-19; and much more.