Chicago mayor: Vaccine rollout will be equitable

Five front-line medical workers received the vaccine against COVID-19 at a public event in Chicago on Tuesday morning, marking an important milestone in the fight against the coronavirus.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot said during a ceremony following the vaccination that Loretto Hospital in the city's hard-hit Austin community was chosen as the first vaccine site for a reason, noting the challenges of providing vaccines in minority communities.

She said there's a "trust deficit" among Black and Latino residents, but noting it's important for those communities to get the shot.

Although Lightfoot hailed the vaccine,  she also warned residents not to let their guard down. Residents must continue social distancing, staying at home and avoiding unnecessary travel, including canceling traditional holiday plans.