Illinois adds 1,680 new cases of coronavirus, including 29 deaths
Health officials on Tuesday said another 1,680 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Illinois.
Health officials on Tuesday said another 1,680 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Illinois.
Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt tests positive for COVID-19
The 34-year-old retired sprinter won gold in the 100 and 200 meters at the last three Olympics.
The 34-year-old retired sprinter won gold in the 100 and 200 meters at the last three Olympics.
Cook County coronavirus death toll tops 5,000: medical examiner
County health officials on Tuesday said another several dozen people have died from the coronavirus, pushing Cook County’s death toll past 5,000.
County health officials on Tuesday said another several dozen people have died from the coronavirus, pushing Cook County’s death toll past 5,000.
Highly anticipated UIC vaccine trial begins
Dr. Richard Novak, head of UIC's vaccine trial, talks about their progress in testing a promising vaccine in the fight against COVID-19
Dr. Richard Novak, head of UIC's vaccine trial, talks about their progress in testing a promising vaccine in the fight against COVID-19
Lovin' Local: iPromo pivots to PPE to stay alive during pandemic
Leo Friedman, CEO of iPromo, talks about how pivoting to PPE cleaning helped saved his business.
Leo Friedman, CEO of iPromo, talks about how pivoting to PPE cleaning helped saved his business.
Utah teachers, students who defy mask mandate could be charged with misdemeanor
Utah officials say school staff and students can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not wear a mask.
Utah officials say school staff and students can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not wear a mask.
More families turning to homeschooling amid coronavirus pandemic
Many parents are frustrated by schools reopening with e-learning only, saying they’re ready to try something different.
Many parents are frustrated by schools reopening with e-learning only, saying they’re ready to try something different.
Rogers Park school ready to open for in-person learning
While many schools are starting remotely, FOX 32 wanted to see what it takes for a school to open in-person.
While many schools are starting remotely, FOX 32 wanted to see what it takes for a school to open in-person.
WHO: Avoid dental cleanings and other routine visits to the dentist for now
You should put off routine dental care until coronavirus cases fall, according to the WHO. UPDATE: A network of dentists in the U.S. have pushed back.
You should put off routine dental care until coronavirus cases fall, according to the WHO. UPDATE: A network of dentists in the U.S. have pushed back.
Scientists say Hong Kong man got coronavirus a second time
University of Hong Kong scientists claim to have the first evidence of someone being reinfected with the virus that causes COVID-19.
University of Hong Kong scientists claim to have the first evidence of someone being reinfected with the virus that causes COVID-19.
KFC drops 'finger lickin' good' slogan amid coronavirus pandemic
KFC is cleaning up its act and dropping the iconic "finger-lickin' good" slogan as the coronavirus health crisis continues.
KFC is cleaning up its act and dropping the iconic "finger-lickin' good" slogan as the coronavirus health crisis continues.
Illinois adds 1,612 cases of coronavirus, 8 additional deaths
New mitigation efforts were announced Monday by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and public health officials for Will and Kankakee counties in an effort to the tamp down an increasing number of COVID-19 cases in those areas.
New mitigation efforts were announced Monday by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and public health officials for Will and Kankakee counties in an effort to the tamp down an increasing number of COVID-19 cases in those areas.
CDC drops 14-day self-quarantine recommendation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday dropped its recommendation for travelers to quarantine for 14 days upon returning from trips overseas or out of state during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday dropped its recommendation for travelers to quarantine for 14 days upon returning from trips overseas or out of state during the coronavirus pandemic.
CPS principal pens childrens book about COVID-19
Chicago Public Schools Vanessa Johnson talks about her book 'No Hugs, No Bugs,' which encourages children to social distance with loved ones during the pandemic.
Chicago Public Schools Vanessa Johnson talks about her book 'No Hugs, No Bugs,' which encourages children to social distance with loved ones during the pandemic.
Biden says he would shut down economy if scientists recommended it
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden said he would follow public health advisers’ advice if they called for a national shutdown should he take office and the coronavirus had not abated.
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden said he would follow public health advisers’ advice if they called for a national shutdown should he take office and the coronavirus had not abated.
UIC to start COVID-19 vaccine trial Monday
The University of Illinois at Chicago will begin clinical trials Monday on a potential COVID-19 vaccine.
The University of Illinois at Chicago will begin clinical trials Monday on a potential COVID-19 vaccine.
University of Illinois releases plan to curb a COVID-19 outbreak on campus this fall
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert J. Jones talks about the school's plans for reopening amid the coronavirus outbreak.
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert J. Jones talks about the school's plans for reopening amid the coronavirus outbreak.
More Chicago-area schools switch to online learning after COVID-19 cases pop up
More Chicago-area schools are switching to online learning after COVID-19 cases have popped up. St. Rita's, Loyola Academy and St. Alexander are just a few of the schools who have decided to abandon in-person learning, at least for now.
More Chicago-area schools are switching to online learning after COVID-19 cases have popped up. St. Rita's, Loyola Academy and St. Alexander are just a few of the schools who have decided to abandon in-person learning, at least for now.
Biden has not been tested for coronavirus, deputy campaign manager says
Despite not being tested himself, Biden has laid out a plan for free testing nationwide, expanding testing sites, having federal safety regulators enforce testing at work, and assembling at least 100,000 contact tracers to find people exposed to the virus.
Despite not being tested himself, Biden has laid out a plan for free testing nationwide, expanding testing sites, having federal safety regulators enforce testing at work, and assembling at least 100,000 contact tracers to find people exposed to the virus.
Iowa officials say a young child has died from coronavirus as school prepare to reopen
As dozens of Iowa school districts prepare to open on Monday, the state health department announced that a child under the age of 5 died from coronavirus complications. The virus has killed more than a thousand Iowa residents so far.
As dozens of Iowa school districts prepare to open on Monday, the state health department announced that a child under the age of 5 died from coronavirus complications. The virus has killed more than a thousand Iowa residents so far.