Chicago OKs trick-or-treating on Halloween with coronavirus precautions
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the city’s top health official, Dr. Allison Arwady, dressed as the “Rona Destroyers” equipped with gloves, cleaning wipes and hand sanitizer for the announcement of the city’s Halloween rules.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the city’s top health official, Dr. Allison Arwady, dressed as the “Rona Destroyers” equipped with gloves, cleaning wipes and hand sanitizer for the announcement of the city’s Halloween rules.
Doctor invites ‘mask and COVID-19 deniers’ to hospital without PPE
Dr. Nikos Razis posted an open invitation on social media to those denying the existence of the pandemic to come join him in the emergency room without personal protective equipment.
Dr. Nikos Razis posted an open invitation on social media to those denying the existence of the pandemic to come join him in the emergency room without personal protective equipment.
Layoffs remain high as 837,000 seek unemployment aid
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits declined last week to a still-high 837,000, evidence that the economy is struggling to sustain a tentative recovery that began this summer.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits declined last week to a still-high 837,000, evidence that the economy is struggling to sustain a tentative recovery that began this summer.
Man charged for seeking PPP loans for fake companies with 'Game of Thrones' names
The fraudulent businesses the man sought out loans for included “White Walker,” “Khaleesi,” and “The Night’s Watch,” according to the DOJ.
The fraudulent businesses the man sought out loans for included “White Walker,” “Khaleesi,” and “The Night’s Watch,” according to the DOJ.
2nd round of stimulus checks would be in relief bill: Mnuchin
The Treasury Secretary says a potential coronavirus relief package will include another round of checks for Americans.
The Treasury Secretary says a potential coronavirus relief package will include another round of checks for Americans.
2,166 new coronavirus cases, 25 more deaths: Illinois health officials
Public health officials on Thursday said another 2,166 people have tested positive for the coronavirus in Illinois, the second time this week the daily caseload surpassed 2,000.
Public health officials on Thursday said another 2,166 people have tested positive for the coronavirus in Illinois, the second time this week the daily caseload surpassed 2,000.
NFL threatening suspensions for coaches and sideline personnel who don't wear face masks
In a memo obtained by The Associated Press, Troy Vincent, who oversees NFL football operations, told the 32 teams Wednesday that “accountability” is required on the sidelines.
In a memo obtained by The Associated Press, Troy Vincent, who oversees NFL football operations, told the 32 teams Wednesday that “accountability” is required on the sidelines.
Christkindlmarkets in Milwaukee, Chicago canceled for 2020
The in-person Christkindlmarkets in Milwaukee, Chicago, and Wrigleyville have been canceled for 2020, officials announced on Thursday, Oct. 1.
The in-person Christkindlmarkets in Milwaukee, Chicago, and Wrigleyville have been canceled for 2020, officials announced on Thursday, Oct. 1.
NFL: Steelers-Titans game postponed until later in season
The NFL has postponed Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers game at Tennessee until later in the season after one additional Titans player and one personnel member tested positive for COVID-19.
The NFL has postponed Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers game at Tennessee until later in the season after one additional Titans player and one personnel member tested positive for COVID-19.
Project HOOD forms new partnership with Career Builder
Looking for a job is hard enough for anyone, but try doing it during the pandemic and you see why people get frustrated. That's why one South Side pastor is doing all he can to help those struggling with unemployment by hosting job fairs and beefing up the resumes of applicants.
Looking for a job is hard enough for anyone, but try doing it during the pandemic and you see why people get frustrated. That's why one South Side pastor is doing all he can to help those struggling with unemployment by hosting job fairs and beefing up the resumes of applicants.
West Chicago artist using his music to provide coronavirus relief
"We're living in a world where people are full of depression and anxiety and they're full of, they're hopeless," said RJ Griffith.
"We're living in a world where people are full of depression and anxiety and they're full of, they're hopeless," said RJ Griffith.
American will furlough 19,000 as clock runs out on airlines
American Airlines will begin furloughing 19,000 employees on Thursday after lawmakers and the White House failed to agree on a broad pandemic-relief package that includes more federal aid for airlines.
American Airlines will begin furloughing 19,000 employees on Thursday after lawmakers and the White House failed to agree on a broad pandemic-relief package that includes more federal aid for airlines.
Study: THC in marijuana could help avert fatal COVID-19 complications
Researchers at the University of South Carolina believe THC, the most potent chemical found in marijuana, could help avert some fatal complications seen in COVID-19 patients.
Researchers at the University of South Carolina believe THC, the most potent chemical found in marijuana, could help avert some fatal complications seen in COVID-19 patients.
Illinois reports 2,273 more COVID-19 cases, 35 more deaths
Public health officials on Wednesday said another 2,273 Illinoisans have tested positive for the coronavirus, the first time this week the daily caseload passed 2,000.
Public health officials on Wednesday said another 2,273 Illinoisans have tested positive for the coronavirus, the first time this week the daily caseload passed 2,000.
Coronavirus deaths worldwide pass unimaginable milestone
The world passed another milestone this week when it was announced that there have been 1 million deaths since the first case of coronavirus in China. Dr. David Zich talks about it.
The world passed another milestone this week when it was announced that there have been 1 million deaths since the first case of coronavirus in China. Dr. David Zich talks about it.
New data shows opioid addiction has worsened amid pandemic
Over the past six months, we've witnessed some of the unintended consequences of the pandemic including a spike in anxiety, stress, isolation and depression, all of which ties into another epidemic that has not gone away - opioid addiction. Dr. Anand Parekh discusses it.
Over the past six months, we've witnessed some of the unintended consequences of the pandemic including a spike in anxiety, stress, isolation and depression, all of which ties into another epidemic that has not gone away - opioid addiction. Dr. Anand Parekh discusses it.
Chicago company selling face shields amid pandemic
"Each shield is only $2.99, and it turns your favorite hat into the most comfortable facial development."
"Each shield is only $2.99, and it turns your favorite hat into the most comfortable facial development."
Moderna COVID-19 vaccine generates immune response in older adults, study finds
A study, published Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the experimental vaccine was well-tolerated and generated a strong immune response on older adults.
A study, published Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the experimental vaccine was well-tolerated and generated a strong immune response on older adults.
CDC: COVID-19 cases among young adults increased in US by 55% in 1 month
A study conducted from data collected by the CDC found that COVID-19 cases among people aged 18-22 increased 55% in just one month.
A study conducted from data collected by the CDC found that COVID-19 cases among people aged 18-22 increased 55% in just one month.
Disney to lay off 28,000 workers at its parks in California, Florida
Disney is laying off 28,000 U.S.-based employees across its Parks, Experiences and Products division due to continued struggles caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in a statement on Tuesday.
Disney is laying off 28,000 U.S.-based employees across its Parks, Experiences and Products division due to continued struggles caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in a statement on Tuesday.