How much will you spend this holiday season? COVID has some shoppers thinking twice
"Shopping was an outlet to relieve stress -- it was an escape from life," one person said. "Now, it's a source of stress because the process of it is so cumbersome.
"Shopping was an outlet to relieve stress -- it was an escape from life," one person said. "Now, it's a source of stress because the process of it is so cumbersome.
Illinois reports 11,891 new confirmed, probable cases of COVID-19, 127 additional deaths
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 11,891 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 127 additional deaths.
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 11,891 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 127 additional deaths.
Pizza restaurant worker’s lie led to South Australia lockdown, officials say
When an employee of a pizza restaurant lied to contact tracers in South Australia, it led to a strict lockdown across the entire Australian state, officials said Friday.
When an employee of a pizza restaurant lied to contact tracers in South Australia, it led to a strict lockdown across the entire Australian state, officials said Friday.
Cuomo to receive International Emmy for virus briefings
Andrew Cuomo is set to soon receive an International Emmy award for his once-daily televised briefings on the coronavirus pandemic.
Andrew Cuomo is set to soon receive an International Emmy award for his once-daily televised briefings on the coronavirus pandemic.
Illinois to receive 400,000 doses in first vaccine distribution
Illinois' health director says the state will receive 400,000 doses in the first round of vaccine distributions, and those doses will be spread out equally across all communities.
Illinois' health director says the state will receive 400,000 doses in the first round of vaccine distributions, and those doses will be spread out equally across all communities.
COVID deaths top 100 for 3rd straight day in Illinois
Deaths from COVID-19 in Illinois topped 100 Friday for the third day in a row, and the continuing deluge of new cases helps explain why the nation hit an all-time high on Thursday.
Deaths from COVID-19 in Illinois topped 100 Friday for the third day in a row, and the continuing deluge of new cases helps explain why the nation hit an all-time high on Thursday.
WHO: ‘No evidence’ remdesivir an effective treatment for hospitalized COVID-19 patients
In a press release, the WHO said there is currently “no evidence that remdesivir improves survival and other outcomes in these patients.”
In a press release, the WHO said there is currently “no evidence that remdesivir improves survival and other outcomes in these patients.”
FDA to livestream public meeting on Pfizer-BioNTech potential COVID-19 vaccine
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has set a public meeting on Dec. 10 to discuss approving Pfizer and BioNTech’s experimental COVID-19 vaccine and will livestream it on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has set a public meeting on Dec. 10 to discuss approving Pfizer and BioNTech’s experimental COVID-19 vaccine and will livestream it on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.
Donald Trump Jr. tests positive for COVID-19, spokesman says
A spokesman says President Donald Trump’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., has been infected with the coronavirus.
A spokesman says President Donald Trump’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., has been infected with the coronavirus.
US sees record new COVID-19 cases, deaths, hospitalizations in 'critical moment' of pandemic
Over the past 24 hours, the country reported more than 187,000 new COVID-19 cases and 2,015 virus deaths. A record 80,000+ people are also currently hospitalized with the virus.
Over the past 24 hours, the country reported more than 187,000 new COVID-19 cases and 2,015 virus deaths. A record 80,000+ people are also currently hospitalized with the virus.
Teen cancer survivor dies after coronavirus diagnosis as Kentucky sees surge in illnesses
Alexis Rose Veit began feeling ill on Oct. 26, according to a Facebook post written by Travis Holder, director of Ballard County Emergency Management.
Alexis Rose Veit began feeling ill on Oct. 26, according to a Facebook post written by Travis Holder, director of Ballard County Emergency Management.
Fauci says Santa Claus is immune to COVID-19
According to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Santa Claus is coming to town, and thankfully, has “innate immunity” to the novel coronavirus infection.
According to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Santa Claus is coming to town, and thankfully, has “innate immunity” to the novel coronavirus infection.
Two more employees in Cook County chief judge’s office test positive for coronavirus, bringing total to 171
Two more employees at the Cook County chief judge’s office have tested positive for COVID-19, the judge’s office reported Friday.
Two more employees at the Cook County chief judge’s office have tested positive for COVID-19, the judge’s office reported Friday.
Pfizer, BioNTech apply for emergency use authorization of COVID-19 vaccine
Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech formally submitted their request Nov. 20 for FDA emergency use authorization.
Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech formally submitted their request Nov. 20 for FDA emergency use authorization.
Midwest health system CEO says he had virus, won't wear mask
Sanford Health’s president and chief executive, Kelby Krabbenhoft says he has recovered from COVID and won't be wearing a bask in the office
Sanford Health’s president and chief executive, Kelby Krabbenhoft says he has recovered from COVID and won't be wearing a bask in the office
Rudy Giuliani’s son, a White House aide, tests positive for COVID-19
Andrew Giuliani, the son of Rudy Giuliani and a special assistant to President Donald Trump, said Friday that he tested positive for COVID-19.
Andrew Giuliani, the son of Rudy Giuliani and a special assistant to President Donald Trump, said Friday that he tested positive for COVID-19.
U.S.-Canadian border closure extended through Dec. 21
The U.S.-Canadian border will remain closed to non-essential travel for at least another month through Dec. 21 as Covid-19 cases surge across America.
The U.S.-Canadian border will remain closed to non-essential travel for at least another month through Dec. 21 as Covid-19 cases surge across America.
Tribune columnist shares her COVID-19 experience
You know her as the writer from the Tribune who shares her personal experiences and homegrown stories that we can all relate to. But for her loyal readers, it came as a shock and surprise when she revealed she contracted COVID-19 and suffered some serious consequences. Heidi Stevens talks about her recovery.
You know her as the writer from the Tribune who shares her personal experiences and homegrown stories that we can all relate to. But for her loyal readers, it came as a shock and surprise when she revealed she contracted COVID-19 and suffered some serious consequences. Heidi Stevens talks about her recovery.
Dr. John Coleman: Staying COVID-19 safe over the holidays
We are less than a week away from one of the biggest family holiday gathering days of the year. We've all been told not to gather with groups, not to travel and not to leave our homes except when necessary. Northwestern pulmonologist John Coleman is encouraging everyone to follow the rules.
We are less than a week away from one of the biggest family holiday gathering days of the year. We've all been told not to gather with groups, not to travel and not to leave our homes except when necessary. Northwestern pulmonologist John Coleman is encouraging everyone to follow the rules.
Masks, hygiene and safety during Thanksgiving
Are you planning on wearing one during your holiday gatherings? MIT scientist Jill Crittenden is part of a consortium that has studied the effectiveness of mask and talks about masking up during the holidays.
Are you planning on wearing one during your holiday gatherings? MIT scientist Jill Crittenden is part of a consortium that has studied the effectiveness of mask and talks about masking up during the holidays.