CDC says fully vaccinated can stop wearing masks indoors and outdoors in most settings
The CDC on Thursday eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
The CDC on Thursday eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
India's coronavirus doctors report 'black fungus' infections among some patients
India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.
India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.
White Sox, Cubs to increase capacity to 60%
The Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Cubs will be increasing capacity to 60% at Guaranteed Rate Field and Wrigley Field starting at the end of May. Both teams will also have a vaccinated-only section for specific games starting this weekend.
The Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Cubs will be increasing capacity to 60% at Guaranteed Rate Field and Wrigley Field starting at the end of May. Both teams will also have a vaccinated-only section for specific games starting this weekend.
Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
Illinois reports 1,918 coronavirus cases, 35 deaths
Public health officials on Thursday announced another 1,918 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 35 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Thursday announced another 1,918 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 35 additional deaths.
Northwestern University requiring students to be vaccinated for fall quarter
Northwestern is the latest Chicago area university to announce it will require students to be fully vaccinated before returning to campus, the school said.
Northwestern is the latest Chicago area university to announce it will require students to be fully vaccinated before returning to campus, the school said.
City to host vaccination events at CPS schools for students, parents
City officials announced a new slate of COVID-19 vaccination events at Chicago Public Schools this month.
City officials announced a new slate of COVID-19 vaccination events at Chicago Public Schools this month.
'Stressed' Italian nurse accidentally gives 4 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in single shot
Italian health authorities initially said the woman had received six doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, but later clarified that it had actually been four doses, according to news reports.
Italian health authorities initially said the woman had received six doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, but later clarified that it had actually been four doses, according to news reports.
Chicago-area schools pitch in to get students vaccinated
Principal Will Dwyer from West Chicago Community High School talks about their efforts to get students vaccinated.
Principal Will Dwyer from West Chicago Community High School talks about their efforts to get students vaccinated.
Gas panic spreads to Chicago area
Despite the beginnings of a panic-buy induced shortage, there shouldn't be a problem filling up your gas tank.
Despite the beginnings of a panic-buy induced shortage, there shouldn't be a problem filling up your gas tank.
Ohio to award $1M each to 5 adults who received at least 1 COVID-19 vaccine dose
Governor Mike DeWine announced five adults will be randomly selected to win one million dollars if they’ve received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Governor Mike DeWine announced five adults will be randomly selected to win one million dollars if they’ve received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
New Illinois bill would allow bars to give a free drink to customers who provide proof of vaccination
Illinois State Rep. Michael Zalewski has introduced a bill that would allow bars to give one free beer to each customer who provides proof of vaccination.
Illinois State Rep. Michael Zalewski has introduced a bill that would allow bars to give one free beer to each customer who provides proof of vaccination.
CDC panel endorses Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 and up
An advisory panel for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted Wednesday to endorse the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for older children ages 12 to 15.
An advisory panel for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted Wednesday to endorse the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for older children ages 12 to 15.
Pride in the Park Chicago announces lineup
Pride in the Park Chicago announced the lineup for this years’ main event in Grant Park that will occur on June 26 and June 27.
Pride in the Park Chicago announced the lineup for this years’ main event in Grant Park that will occur on June 26 and June 27.
Illinois pledges $225M to expand COVID-19 testing at middle and high schools
Illinois health officials announced Wednesday a new $225 million investment to increase access to COVID-19 testing at middle and high schools across the state.
Illinois health officials announced Wednesday a new $225 million investment to increase access to COVID-19 testing at middle and high schools across the state.
Illinois reports 1,795 coronavirus cases, 26 deaths
Public health officials on Wednesday announced another 1,795 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 26 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Wednesday announced another 1,795 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 26 additional deaths.
CDC taking a second look at indoor mask guidelines
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine walks us through the latest COVID-19 headlines.
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine walks us through the latest COVID-19 headlines.
Some people, especially women, want to stay masked even when they don't have to
According to The Guardian, many people, especially women, say wearing a mask makes them feel invisible out in public, and they feel protected from unwelcome attention.
According to The Guardian, many people, especially women, say wearing a mask makes them feel invisible out in public, and they feel protected from unwelcome attention.
Illinois reports 1,562 coronavirus cases, 26 deaths
Public health officials on Tuesday announced another 1,562 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 26 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Tuesday announced another 1,562 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 26 additional deaths.
Chicago to start vaccinations for children as young as 12 this week
With final approval of the Pfizer vaccine for ages 12 to 15 widely expected by Wednesday. now comes the job of convincing parents it’s safe for their children to get the shot.
With final approval of the Pfizer vaccine for ages 12 to 15 widely expected by Wednesday. now comes the job of convincing parents it’s safe for their children to get the shot.