Coronavirus

Some Chicago area hospitals and health facilities are reinstating masking requirements as respiratory infections rise.

The latest COVID variant, "JN.1" is now driving nearly half of all COVID infections, according to the CDC. And now some major health systems across the country are bringing back their mask mandates as well.

A new COVID-19 variant is prompting some health systems to bring back mask mandates.

The day after Christmas is traditionally one of the busiest shopping days of the year. But this year, economists expect it could be even busier.

Millions of Americans are heading out to the stores and many are looking to exchange gifts or take advantage of the deals. Now, the White House is weighing in on what consumers can expect for the U.S. economy as we head into 2024.

The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits rose slightly last week.

Just in time for holiday gatherings, COVID-19 is on the rise again. The CDC is warning all Americans to be on the look out for the latest and fastest growing variant, JN.1.

You likely haven?t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.

State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.

Illinois public health officials are urging all healthcare settings to prioritize mask usage amid a spike in respiratory illnesses.

Covid-19 and other respiratory viruses are on the rise across Illinois as the holiday season ramps up through the new year.

Health officials are warning people reuniting with family this holiday season about the proliferance of illnesses spreading this winter.

Doctors say respiratory illnesses are surging around the country, particularly in young kids.