Unemployment claims fall to 576,000, lowest since COVID-19 pandemic began
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 576,000, a hopeful sign that layoffs are easing as the economy recovers from the pandemic recession.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 576,000, a hopeful sign that layoffs are easing as the economy recovers from the pandemic recession.
Rush study delves into COVID-19's long-term impact on survivors
Dr. Bala Hota from Rush University Medical Center talks about the long-term effects of COVID-19 on patients.
Dr. Bala Hota from Rush University Medical Center talks about the long-term effects of COVID-19 on patients.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine to remain in limbo while officials seek evidence
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine will remain in limbo for a while longer after government health advisers declared Wednesday that they need more evidence to decide if a handful of unusual blood clots were linked to the shot — and if so, how big the risk really is.
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine will remain in limbo for a while longer after government health advisers declared Wednesday that they need more evidence to decide if a handful of unusual blood clots were linked to the shot — and if so, how big the risk really is.
Building industry calls out timber industry as lumber prices continue to spike
The price of lumber in America has more than doubled over the last year and it's causing many people to be priced out of buying new homes.
The price of lumber in America has more than doubled over the last year and it's causing many people to be priced out of buying new homes.
WI Supreme Court says governor's administration cannot issue capacity limits
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday, April 14 against the Evers' administration capacity limits.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday, April 14 against the Evers' administration capacity limits.
Moderna CEO says company anticipates ‘a lot of variants’ of coronavirus in next year
Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel said he anticipates the world will see many coronavirus variants over “the next year or so” and hopes to have a booster shot by the fall.
Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel said he anticipates the world will see many coronavirus variants over “the next year or so” and hopes to have a booster shot by the fall.
Illinois reports 3,536 coronavirus cases, 31 deaths
Public health officials on Wednesday announced another 3,536 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 31 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Wednesday announced another 3,536 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 31 additional deaths.
7-day average of daily COVID-19 cases in US above 70,000 as states reopen, life resumes amid ongoing pandemic
As states continue to reopen, daily coronavirus cases in the United States are beginning to rise again, triggering worry among experts of a new COVID-19 surge.
As states continue to reopen, daily coronavirus cases in the United States are beginning to rise again, triggering worry among experts of a new COVID-19 surge.
Doctors say 'don't panic' about Johnson & Johnson vaccine
In Illinois, approximately 290,000 people have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. If you are one of them, local doctors say you should not panic.
In Illinois, approximately 290,000 people have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. If you are one of them, local doctors say you should not panic.
CDC investigating death possibly connected to Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The death of a woman who received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine is under investigation by federal health authorities as part of a broader probe into potential "adverse side effects" from the vaccine.
The death of a woman who received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine is under investigation by federal health authorities as part of a broader probe into potential "adverse side effects" from the vaccine.
Michigan police shocked by convicted murderer’s release
A convicted killer in Michigan has been released after arguing that the risk of catching COVID-19 in prison endangers his life.
A convicted killer in Michigan has been released after arguing that the risk of catching COVID-19 in prison endangers his life.
Illinois reports 3,193 coronavirus cases, 17 deaths
Public health officials on Tuesday announced another 3,193 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 17 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Tuesday announced another 3,193 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 17 additional deaths.
New study finds 1 in 3 COVID-19 survivors suffer 'brain disease'
Dr. Robert Shulman from Rush University Medical Center talks about new research that found COVID-19 survivors have lingering implications from the disease long after recovery.
Dr. Robert Shulman from Rush University Medical Center talks about new research that found COVID-19 survivors have lingering implications from the disease long after recovery.
Study: White evangelicals biggest group planning to skip vaccine
Despite what seems like overwhelming demand to book a vaccine appointment, not everyone wants to get the shot.
Despite what seems like overwhelming demand to book a vaccine appointment, not everyone wants to get the shot.
Illinois school districts aim to get students vaccinated quickly
Chicago area school districts are starting to plan how to get high school students vaccinated, now that they’re eligible under Illinois guidelines.
Chicago area school districts are starting to plan how to get high school students vaccinated, now that they’re eligible under Illinois guidelines.
Cook County to release 35,000 more vaccine appointments at 3 p.m. Tuesday
Cook County health officials will release 35,000 new appointments Tuesday afternoon for any individuals to receive a single dose or first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Cook County health officials will release 35,000 new appointments Tuesday afternoon for any individuals to receive a single dose or first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Will County eases COVID-19 vaccine appointment process
If you plan to book a coronavirus vaccine through the Will County Health Department, it's about to get easier.
If you plan to book a coronavirus vaccine through the Will County Health Department, it's about to get easier.
Will County eases appointment booking of coronavirus vaccine
If you plan to book a coronavirus vaccine through the Will County Health Department, it's about to get easier.
If you plan to book a coronavirus vaccine through the Will County Health Department, it's about to get easier.
Illinois reports 2,433 coronavirus cases, 18 deaths
Public health officials on Monday announced another 2,433 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 18 additional deaths.
Public health officials on Monday announced another 2,433 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 18 additional deaths.
Applications for COVID-19 funeral expense assistance from FEMA now open
With just a simple phone call, loved ones can apply for reimbursement for COVID-19 funeral expenses. Here are all the details from FEMA on how to apply.
With just a simple phone call, loved ones can apply for reimbursement for COVID-19 funeral expenses. Here are all the details from FEMA on how to apply.