Illinois reports 6,839 coronavirus cases, 126 more deaths
On Tuesday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 6,839 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 126 additional deaths.
On Tuesday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 6,839 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 126 additional deaths.
Latest medical developments regarding COVID-19
Dr. Chris Colbert from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about a host of topic related to the coronavirus and vaccine distribution.
Dr. Chris Colbert from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about a host of topic related to the coronavirus and vaccine distribution.
Larry King out of ICU after being hospitalized with COVID-19
Larry King has been moved out of the intensive care unit at a Los Angeles hospital and is breathing on his own after contracting COVID-19, a spokesman said on Monday.
Larry King has been moved out of the intensive care unit at a Los Angeles hospital and is breathing on his own after contracting COVID-19, a spokesman said on Monday.
Chicago teachers refuse to return to in-person work
Roughly 5,800 teachers and staff were expected in classrooms Monday, according to a report. It wasn’t clear how many showed.
Roughly 5,800 teachers and staff were expected in classrooms Monday, according to a report. It wasn’t clear how many showed.
After leading US in testing, Illinois now falling behind in vaccinating
The state ranks 18th in the country when it comes to vaccinating residents, and one local doctor and mayor both say that is not OK.
The state ranks 18th in the country when it comes to vaccinating residents, and one local doctor and mayor both say that is not OK.
Man infected with coronavirus variant in upstate New York
A New York state resident with no known travel history has tested positive for the strain of the novel coronavirus that was first detected in the U.K.
A New York state resident with no known travel history has tested positive for the strain of the novel coronavirus that was first detected in the U.K.
New UK lockdown issued until mid-February to combat fast-spreading COVID-19 strain
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday a new national lockdown for England until at least mid-February to combat a fast-spreading new variant of the coronavirus, even as Britain ramped up its vaccination program by becoming the first nation to start using the shot developed by Oxford University and drugmaker AstraZeneca.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday a new national lockdown for England until at least mid-February to combat a fast-spreading new variant of the coronavirus, even as Britain ramped up its vaccination program by becoming the first nation to start using the shot developed by Oxford University and drugmaker AstraZeneca.
Where is my stimulus check? IRS tool shows status of second payment
The Internal Revenue Service has launched an online tool to help you check the status of your second stimulus payment.
The Internal Revenue Service has launched an online tool to help you check the status of your second stimulus payment.
Pet Masks company sees 500% surge in demand amid coronavirus pandemic
While many people have taken to covering up whenever going out in public, it’s also becoming more common for people to cover up their pets as well.
While many people have taken to covering up whenever going out in public, it’s also becoming more common for people to cover up their pets as well.
Illinois reports 5,059 new cases of COVID-19, 79 more deaths
Public health officials Monday announced another 5,059 new cases of coronavirus in Illinois and 79 additional deaths.
Public health officials Monday announced another 5,059 new cases of coronavirus in Illinois and 79 additional deaths.
3 more Cook County court employees test positive for COVID-19
Three more employees have tested positive for the coronavirus in Cook County’s Office of the Chief Judge.
Three more employees have tested positive for the coronavirus in Cook County’s Office of the Chief Judge.
Safety concerns prompt some Chicago teachers to refuse to return to schools
The Chicago Teacher's Union says that many members will not show up for work on Monday, in spite of instructions from the district.
The Chicago Teacher's Union says that many members will not show up for work on Monday, in spite of instructions from the district.
CPS CEO Janice Jackson on teachers refusing to return to schools
Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson explains why she thinks it's safe to return to in-person learning and the potential repercussions for teachers refusing to return to work.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson explains why she thinks it's safe to return to in-person learning and the potential repercussions for teachers refusing to return to work.
Fauci sees 'glimmer of hope' as US COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up
Fauci said he has seen “some little glimmer of hope” after 1.5 million doses were administered in the previous 72 hours, a strong increase in vaccinations.
Fauci said he has seen “some little glimmer of hope” after 1.5 million doses were administered in the previous 72 hours, a strong increase in vaccinations.
Illinois reports 4,469 new cases of COVID-19, 81 additional deaths
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 4,469 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 81 additional deaths, on Sunday.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 4,469 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 81 additional deaths, on Sunday.
Illinois residents fed up with ban on indoor dining head to Indiana restaurants
Some Illinois residents fed up with their state’s second ban on indoor dining amid the pandemic are heading to restaurants in adjacent Indiana so they can dine out with others.
Some Illinois residents fed up with their state’s second ban on indoor dining amid the pandemic are heading to restaurants in adjacent Indiana so they can dine out with others.
US coronavirus death toll surpasses 350,000 as experts anticipate post-holiday surge
More than 20 million people in the country have been infected
More than 20 million people in the country have been infected
Memorial held for Republican Representative-Elect Luke Letlow, who died after contracting COVID
The 41-year-old incoming GOP member of Congress died of COVID-19 complications just a few days before he was supposed to start his new job.
The 41-year-old incoming GOP member of Congress died of COVID-19 complications just a few days before he was supposed to start his new job.
Two more employees at Cook County Chief Judge's office get COVID, bringing total to 237
18 judges are among the 237 people working for the Office of the Chief Judge of Cook County who have contracted COVID-19.
18 judges are among the 237 people working for the Office of the Chief Judge of Cook County who have contracted COVID-19.
Funeral homes in Los Angeles swamped with bodies, some taking in six times the normal amount
One funeral home in Los Angeles says they are handling 30 bodies a day. That's six times their normal rate. They're rented extra 50-foot refrigerators to hold the bodies.
One funeral home in Los Angeles says they are handling 30 bodies a day. That's six times their normal rate. They're rented extra 50-foot refrigerators to hold the bodies.