COVID-19 crackdown now in 9 of 11 regions in Illinois
A region that encompasses central and west-central Illinois, including the capital of Springfield, became the latest Thursday to face restrictions on social interaction because of an elevated rate of positive tests for COVID-19.
A region that encompasses central and west-central Illinois, including the capital of Springfield, became the latest Thursday to face restrictions on social interaction because of an elevated rate of positive tests for COVID-19.
Outdoor dining bubbles aren't as safe as you'd think, doctors say
'The reality is that outdoor dining bubbles are not safer than indoor dining, and may actually increase your risk of contracting Covid-19'
'The reality is that outdoor dining bubbles are not safer than indoor dining, and may actually increase your risk of contracting Covid-19'
Harvard study: Flying poses lower COVID-19 risk than grocery shopping with proper safety measures
Harvard researchers found that proper safety precautions taken collectively can reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on a plane to below that of other routine activities during the pandemic.
Harvard researchers found that proper safety precautions taken collectively can reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on a plane to below that of other routine activities during the pandemic.
Study links mask use to fewer COVID-19 hospitalizations
Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee found evidence to reinforce what scientists have been saying for months: Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee found evidence to reinforce what scientists have been saying for months: Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Pope Francis ends public audiences, eyes Christmas as virus surges
Ambassadors to the Vatican were informed recently that Christmas would be essentially a virtual affair for the diplomatic corps this year.
Ambassadors to the Vatican were informed recently that Christmas would be essentially a virtual affair for the diplomatic corps this year.
Illinois reports highest COVID-19 caseload with 6,363 new infections
Coronavirus cases in Illinois continue to climb upward as health officials Thursday announced the highest daily caseload of new infections since the start of the pandemic.
Coronavirus cases in Illinois continue to climb upward as health officials Thursday announced the highest daily caseload of new infections since the start of the pandemic.
American unemployment claims fall to 751,000; coronavirus resurges
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs.
Decision to shutdown indoor dining polarizes restaurant owners, health professionals
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about a number of coronavirus-related issues.
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks about a number of coronavirus-related issues.
Orland Park mayor slams Gov. Pritzker's coronavirus restrictions, transparency with COVID-19 data
Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau sounds off on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's latest COVID-19 restrictions on bars and restaurants.
Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau sounds off on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's latest COVID-19 restrictions on bars and restaurants.
MLB launches investigation after Justin Turner 'disregards' protocols following COVID-19 diagnosis
Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner celebrated his World Series victory with his team Tuesday night, without a mask, despite learning before the eighth inning that he was COVID-19 positive.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner celebrated his World Series victory with his team Tuesday night, without a mask, despite learning before the eighth inning that he was COVID-19 positive.
Unemployment scams skyrocketing amid COVID-19 pandemic
FOX 32 received documents from several unemployment fraud victims. The scammers have been stealing identities and scamming the state for unemployment funds.
FOX 32 received documents from several unemployment fraud victims. The scammers have been stealing identities and scamming the state for unemployment funds.
Dr. Fauci joined local group to discuss uptick in COVID-19 cases
Dr. Anthony Fauci spoke with a local group about the new wave of COVID-19 cases.
Dr. Anthony Fauci spoke with a local group about the new wave of COVID-19 cases.
Local bars, restaurants struggling to stay afloat due to COVID
“Please, we just need some answers, help us stay open,” said Chicago small business owner Ahmed Braimah.
“Please, we just need some answers, help us stay open,” said Chicago small business owner Ahmed Braimah.
Walt Disney World lays off 720 performers because of COVID-19
The performer layoffs come weeks after The Walt Disney Co. announced it was eliminating 28,000 jobs in its parks division in California and Florida.
The performer layoffs come weeks after The Walt Disney Co. announced it was eliminating 28,000 jobs in its parks division in California and Florida.
Study suggests antibody immunity to COVID-19 could wane over time
A new study of hundreds of thousands of people across England suggests that antibody immunity following COVID-19 infection could wane over time.
A new study of hundreds of thousands of people across England suggests that antibody immunity following COVID-19 infection could wane over time.
Republican leaders ask Pritzker to justify his bar, restaurant plan
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Wednesday that his administration is collecting and will make public the data to justify his COVID-19 restrictions on indoor dining after Senate Republicans urged him to release the numbers.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Wednesday that his administration is collecting and will make public the data to justify his COVID-19 restrictions on indoor dining after Senate Republicans urged him to release the numbers.
IHSA allowing basketball season to move forward in November
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors met for a special board meeting on Wednesday and provided the latest information on the IHSA’s winter sports season.
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors met for a special board meeting on Wednesday and provided the latest information on the IHSA’s winter sports season.
Second coronavirus stockpiling wave may be coming — and it goes beyond toilet paper, cleaning supplies
Roughly 57% of shoppers are considering restocking due to growing fears of a "potential second wave of COVID-19," which could lead to another round of bare store shelves.
Roughly 57% of shoppers are considering restocking due to growing fears of a "potential second wave of COVID-19," which could lead to another round of bare store shelves.
Illinois reports 6,110 new cases of COVID-19 and 51 deaths; restrictions coming in north suburbs
Public health officials Wednesday announced another 6,110 new cases of coronavirus in Illinois and 51 additional deaths.
Public health officials Wednesday announced another 6,110 new cases of coronavirus in Illinois and 51 additional deaths.
Lightfoot, Pritzker clash over coronavirus restrictions
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s planned rollback of coronavirus reopenings will have a devastating impact on the city’s economy just as it is beginning to recover from the damage caused by earlier lockdowns.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s planned rollback of coronavirus reopenings will have a devastating impact on the city’s economy just as it is beginning to recover from the damage caused by earlier lockdowns.