Near-universal mask use could save 14,000 lives from COVID-19 in US by August, according to model
A new model suggests that if 95% of Americans wear a mask, 14,000 lives could be saved over the summer from COVID-19 in the United States.
A new model suggests that if 95% of Americans wear a mask, 14,000 lives could be saved over the summer from COVID-19 in the United States.
Regeneron’s COVID-19 antibody drug prevents symptomatic infection by 81%, study finds
Regeneron said it now plans to request FDA clearance to use the COVID-19 antibody drug as a preventative treatment that could help provide immediate protection to unvaccinated people.
Regeneron said it now plans to request FDA clearance to use the COVID-19 antibody drug as a preventative treatment that could help provide immediate protection to unvaccinated people.
Grocery shopping habits shift amid pandemic
Instacart trends expert Laurentia Romniuk breaks down their findings on consumers' grocery shopping habits during the pandemic.
Instacart trends expert Laurentia Romniuk breaks down their findings on consumers' grocery shopping habits during the pandemic.
Starting Monday, any Illinois resident 16 and up will be able to get vaccinated outside of Chicago
Chicago will expand vaccinations to everyone 16 and up on April 19. If you are trying to book an appointment for a teenager who is 16 or 17, keep in mind that the Pfizer vaccine is the only one approved for use in that age group. Teenagers aged 16 and 17 will not be allowed to get the Moderna or Johnson and Johnson vaccines.
Chicago will expand vaccinations to everyone 16 and up on April 19. If you are trying to book an appointment for a teenager who is 16 or 17, keep in mind that the Pfizer vaccine is the only one approved for use in that age group. Teenagers aged 16 and 17 will not be allowed to get the Moderna or Johnson and Johnson vaccines.
United Center to offer single-shot Johnson and Johnson vaccine starting April 20
The first Johnson and Johnson shots will be available on April 20. Appointment bookings open Monday, April 12.
The first Johnson and Johnson shots will be available on April 20. Appointment bookings open Monday, April 12.
104-year-old woman released from hospital after 2nd bout with COVID-19
A 104-year-old woman, who contracted COVID-19 twice, has been released from a hospital with a round of applause from hospital workers.
A 104-year-old woman, who contracted COVID-19 twice, has been released from a hospital with a round of applause from hospital workers.
200 residents of homeless and addiction recovery center in Blue Island get vaccinated
Illinois is vaccinating about 127,000 people every day. More than 7 million Illinois residents have gotten at least one shot, and 2.8 million are fully vaccinated (22.4 percent of the population).
Illinois is vaccinating about 127,000 people every day. More than 7 million Illinois residents have gotten at least one shot, and 2.8 million are fully vaccinated (22.4 percent of the population).
NJ server receives almost $2,000 after customer refuses to tip over COVID-19 rules
The server, who is also a registered nurse, plans to use the money to give back to the community.
The server, who is also a registered nurse, plans to use the money to give back to the community.
Illinois reports 2,942 new COVID-19 cases, 16 additional deaths
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,942 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 16 additional deaths, on Sunday.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,942 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 16 additional deaths, on Sunday.
Suburban volunteers build desks for students learning remotely
Remote learning can be hard, especially if you don't have a dedicated place in the house for your school supplies. That's why volunteers in suburban Chicago built desks for students this weekend.
Remote learning can be hard, especially if you don't have a dedicated place in the house for your school supplies. That's why volunteers in suburban Chicago built desks for students this weekend.
Study shows Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine could lead to more side effects than Pfizer/BioNTech’s
New research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that people who receive Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine might experience more side effects than those who get Pfizer/BioNTech’s vaccine.
New research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that people who receive Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine might experience more side effects than those who get Pfizer/BioNTech’s vaccine.
Florida woman accused of coughing on cancer patient gets 30 days in jail
A Florida woman whose image went viral when after an incident at a Pier 1 store last year has been sentenced to 30 days in jail. Debra Hunter is accused of coughing on a customer in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
A Florida woman whose image went viral when after an incident at a Pier 1 store last year has been sentenced to 30 days in jail. Debra Hunter is accused of coughing on a customer in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
Illinois reports 3,630 new COVID-19 cases, sets daily vaccination record for 3rd straight day
Illinois broke its record for daily coronavirus vaccinations for the third day in a row Friday.
Illinois broke its record for daily coronavirus vaccinations for the third day in a row Friday.
US intelligence report paints a grim picture of a post-COVID-19 world
An assessment from the U.S. National Intelligence Council painted a dark picture for a post-COVID-19 world fraught with economic inequality, strained government resources and fanned nationalist sentiments.
An assessment from the U.S. National Intelligence Council painted a dark picture for a post-COVID-19 world fraught with economic inequality, strained government resources and fanned nationalist sentiments.
'False sense of security': DuPage County warns residents pandemic isn't over despite vaccine availability
DuPage County health officials say they are concerned about the recent rise in COVID-19 daily cases, positivity rate and related hospitalizations.
DuPage County health officials say they are concerned about the recent rise in COVID-19 daily cases, positivity rate and related hospitalizations.
Despite vaccination efforts, COVID-19 cases and deaths surge around the world
A surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths is hitting all regions of the world.
A surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths is hitting all regions of the world.
Chicago Riverwalk reopens to residents, visitors
The Chicago Riverwalk will once again be opened to residents and visitors starting Friday.
The Chicago Riverwalk will once again be opened to residents and visitors starting Friday.
Illinois reports 4,004 coronavirus cases, 21 deaths
Illinois health officials announced Friday that 4,004 more residents have tested positive for the coronavirus, and 21 more people have died.
Illinois health officials announced Friday that 4,004 more residents have tested positive for the coronavirus, and 21 more people have died.
Reopening Illinois faces several hurdles in wake of pandemic
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about the state of Illinois' reopening plans and what to expect as we head into summer.
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about the state of Illinois' reopening plans and what to expect as we head into summer.
COVID-19 outbreak at University of Chicago; school blames frat parties
A cluster of COVID-19 cases at the University of Chicago is forcing a stay-at-home order and the school is blaming the outbreak on frat parties.
A cluster of COVID-19 cases at the University of Chicago is forcing a stay-at-home order and the school is blaming the outbreak on frat parties.