Worldwide death toll from coronavirus eclipses 1 million: Johns Hopkins University
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed 1 million on Tuesday, nine months into a crisis that has devastated the global economy, tested world leaders’ resolve, pitted science against politics and forced multitudes to change the way they live, learn and work.
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed 1 million on Tuesday, nine months into a crisis that has devastated the global economy, tested world leaders’ resolve, pitted science against politics and forced multitudes to change the way they live, learn and work.
1 in 3 parents don't intend to have their child get the flu vaccine this year
One in three parents doesn't intend to have their child vaccinated for the flu this season, according to a new poll, despite the potential threat of a second wave of COVID-19 cases.
One in three parents doesn't intend to have their child vaccinated for the flu this season, according to a new poll, despite the potential threat of a second wave of COVID-19 cases.
US will ship millions of coronavirus tests in push to reopen nation's schools
The move to dramatically expand testing comes just five weeks before the November elections as Trump continues to face criticism for his handling of the coronavirus.
The move to dramatically expand testing comes just five weeks before the November elections as Trump continues to face criticism for his handling of the coronavirus.
Study: Fewer than 10% of Americans have developed COVID-19 antibodies
A study published in the journal “The Lancet” found a strikingly low prevalence of coronavirus antibodies in the U.S., leaving many Americans still at risk as the virus continues to spread.
A study published in the journal “The Lancet” found a strikingly low prevalence of coronavirus antibodies in the U.S., leaving many Americans still at risk as the virus continues to spread.
Indoor service to return to Chicago bars; expanded restaurant capacity begins Oct. 1st
Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Monday expanded capacity for restaurants and the reopening of in-door service at bars starting Oct. 1st.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Monday expanded capacity for restaurants and the reopening of in-door service at bars starting Oct. 1st.
1,709 new COVID-19 cases, 13 more deaths: Illinois health officials
State health officials on Monday said another 1,709 people have tested positive for the coronavirus.
State health officials on Monday said another 1,709 people have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Company touts purifier that can eliminate 99.9% of COVID-19 from air
Phil Yuen, CEO of AuraBeat, joins Good Day Chicago to talk about their new air purifier designed to sharply reduce exposure to COVID-19 indoors.
Phil Yuen, CEO of AuraBeat, joins Good Day Chicago to talk about their new air purifier designed to sharply reduce exposure to COVID-19 indoors.
How safe is it to resume playing sports?
Dr. Nik Verma, the Chicago White Sox team doctor, evaluates the risks of resuming sports in the age of COVID-19.
Dr. Nik Verma, the Chicago White Sox team doctor, evaluates the risks of resuming sports in the age of COVID-19.
Mom wants airlines to reexamine mask policies after getting kicked off flight
American Airlines said that they are investigating the incident and that they follow CDC guidelines.
American Airlines said that they are investigating the incident and that they follow CDC guidelines.
CDC's Thanksgiving guidelines say gatherings should be small, parades considered high-risk
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
Britain debating whether college students should be allowed home for Christmas
Some British leaders are wondering whether college students should be kept at school over Christmas so that they don't spread COVID-19 to their hometowns.
Some British leaders are wondering whether college students should be kept at school over Christmas so that they don't spread COVID-19 to their hometowns.
Wisconsin hits record high with 2,817 cases in one day, 22% positivity rate
Wisconsin has set a state record for new coronavirus cases with 2,817 reported on Saturday. The state's positivity rate was 22%, and Wisconsin now has the third highest number of new cases per capita in the country.
Wisconsin has set a state record for new coronavirus cases with 2,817 reported on Saturday. The state's positivity rate was 22%, and Wisconsin now has the third highest number of new cases per capita in the country.
Teachers struggle to teach, manage classrooms while masks muffle their voices, hide emotional cues
"Part of what I do as a civics teacher is to teach people to engage in civic conversations," one teacher said. "That has to do with seeing the person's facial expressions, a person's body language and sort of reading your audience, and it becomes more difficult to read your audience" when they are all wearing masks.
"Part of what I do as a civics teacher is to teach people to engage in civic conversations," one teacher said. "That has to do with seeing the person's facial expressions, a person's body language and sort of reading your audience, and it becomes more difficult to read your audience" when they are all wearing masks.
Idaho man arrested for flouting mask order at outdoor worship service: 'Unbelievable'
A man who was arrested for singing maskless at an outdoor worship service in Moscow, Idaho.
A man who was arrested for singing maskless at an outdoor worship service in Moscow, Idaho.
1,604 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, 14 additional deaths
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,604 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 14 additional confirmed deaths.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,604 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including 14 additional confirmed deaths.
Military suicides up as much as 20% amid COVID-19 pandemic
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
Boredom prompts half of Americans to start holiday shopping early, study claims
The holidays can be a stressful time of year, thanks in part to all the hectic holiday shopping. After all, it’s not uncommon for people to dread dealing with the crowds at stores or malls, as everyone tries to find the perfect gift before it sells out.
The holidays can be a stressful time of year, thanks in part to all the hectic holiday shopping. After all, it’s not uncommon for people to dread dealing with the crowds at stores or malls, as everyone tries to find the perfect gift before it sells out.
Frustrated Marion County teacher posts tearful video on Facebook, goes viral
A local teacher says online classes have been a nightmare.
A local teacher says online classes have been a nightmare.
Hospital staff cheers as 13-year-old COVID-19 survivor is discharged after 57 days in ICU
There were moments where her care team did not know if she was going to make it through the night. So, when the time came for Augustina to finally be discharged to a local rehabilitation facility as a step toward going home, the entire hospital staff wanted to give her the hero's send-off she deserved.
There were moments where her care team did not know if she was going to make it through the night. So, when the time came for Augustina to finally be discharged to a local rehabilitation facility as a step toward going home, the entire hospital staff wanted to give her the hero's send-off she deserved.
2,441 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, 25 additional deaths
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced 2,441 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state, along with 25 deaths.
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced 2,441 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state, along with 25 deaths.