UAW strike: Talks continue between union and automakers
Around 13,000 American autoworkers walked off the job Friday after their union was unable to agree on a new contract with Detroit's automakers. That number could jump dramatically if a deal can't be reached soon, part of an ongoing strike that could have a major impact on the economy.
Around 13,000 American autoworkers walked off the job Friday after their union was unable to agree on a new contract with Detroit's automakers. That number could jump dramatically if a deal can't be reached soon, part of an ongoing strike that could have a major impact on the economy.
Chicago prepares for COVID-19 booster rollout
The two new vaccines, manufactured by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, will be shipped this week, with doses expected to be available at clinics and pharmacies throughout Chicago starting as early as Sept. 18.
The two new vaccines, manufactured by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, will be shipped this week, with doses expected to be available at clinics and pharmacies throughout Chicago starting as early as Sept. 18.
Chicago health officials urge residents to get new COVID-19 booster
Doctors and public health officials in Chicago are urging residents to roll up their sleeves for the new COVID-19 booster shot. New daily cases in the city have more than tripled in recent weeks.
Doctors and public health officials in Chicago are urging residents to roll up their sleeves for the new COVID-19 booster shot. New daily cases in the city have more than tripled in recent weeks.
Controversy over new COVID-19 vaccine as cases spike
The FDA and CDC just approved a new booster shot to protect against COVID-19. It has been recommend for everyone 12 years old and up. It is possible a new booster will come out every year like the flu vaccine. Not everyone agrees with that method.
The FDA and CDC just approved a new booster shot to protect against COVID-19. It has been recommend for everyone 12 years old and up. It is possible a new booster will come out every year like the flu vaccine. Not everyone agrees with that method.
Updated COVID-19 vaccine, boosters could be available Wednesday in Chicago
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Updated COVID-19 vaccine and boosters could be available Wednesday in Chicago
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
Get ready to roll up your sleeve once more, as an updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots have received the green light for distribution.
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC panel recommends shots for ages 6 months and older
Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older.
Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older.
Chicagoans will soon have access to updated COVID-19 vaccine
An updated COVID-19 vaccine was approved Tuesday by the FDA and will soon be available to all Chicagoans, health officials say.
An updated COVID-19 vaccine was approved Tuesday by the FDA and will soon be available to all Chicagoans, health officials say.
Fauci predicts mask recommendations could come back if US sees 'significant uptick' in COVID-19 cases
Dr. Anthony Fauci said that while he does not foresee a federal mask mandate in the future, recommendations are likely if COVID-19 cases rise this winter.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said that while he does not foresee a federal mask mandate in the future, recommendations are likely if COVID-19 cases rise this winter.
Moderna says updated COVID-19 vaccine offers 'strong immune response' to new variant
The CDC says the BA.2.86 COVID-19 variant ‘may be more capable of causing infection’ in those who have been vaccinated.
The CDC says the BA.2.86 COVID-19 variant ‘may be more capable of causing infection’ in those who have been vaccinated.
Anthony Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t comply if masking recommendations return: 'I hope' they 'abide'
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces staff cuts in the wake of falling revenue, drop in attendance
Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre is laying off 12% of its staff, effective immediately, in the wake of falling revenue streams, the end of federal COVID relief funding and diminishing subscribers.
Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre is laying off 12% of its staff, effective immediately, in the wake of falling revenue streams, the end of federal COVID relief funding and diminishing subscribers.
CDC tracking new version of coronavirus
A new COVID-19 booster could be available by mid-September. Health officials report a steady increase of hospitalizations as the CDC is looking into a new coronavirus variant that is picking up steam.
A new COVID-19 booster could be available by mid-September. Health officials report a steady increase of hospitalizations as the CDC is looking into a new coronavirus variant that is picking up steam.
Late summer COVID cases are rising
Illinois health officials say cases are rising statewide.
Illinois health officials say cases are rising statewide.
Illinoisans warned about potential increase in COVID cases as fall approaches
Illinois health officials are warning the public to prepare for a possible uptick in COVID cases this fall.
Illinois health officials are warning the public to prepare for a possible uptick in COVID cases this fall.
New study suggests some negative COVID tests weren't accurate
New research suggests that some people who had previously tested negative for COVID may not have been negative at all.
New research suggests that some people who had previously tested negative for COVID may not have been negative at all.
New study challenges negative COVID tests, alters approach to long-term COVID
New research suggests that some people who had previously tested negative for COVID may not have been negative at all.
New research suggests that some people who had previously tested negative for COVID may not have been negative at all.
Which arm receives COVID-19 booster may make a difference, study finds
Researchers in Germany analyzed data from more than 300 people who received the COVID-19 vaccine, along with a booster dose.
Researchers in Germany analyzed data from more than 300 people who received the COVID-19 vaccine, along with a booster dose.
Inflation Reduction Act: Biden says he wishes it wasn't named that
It?s called the Inflation Reduction Act, yet even President Biden says he wishes it wasn?t named that. Still, he?s making it the centerpiece of his re-election campaign, but what exactly is in it?
It?s called the Inflation Reduction Act, yet even President Biden says he wishes it wasn?t named that. Still, he?s making it the centerpiece of his re-election campaign, but what exactly is in it?