Doctor issues warning as Illinois coronavirus numbers continue to climb
Thursday’s coronavirus numbers were the highest since May 24 and one Chicago doctor is hinting it could be unlikely kids go back to school this fall.
Thursday’s coronavirus numbers were the highest since May 24 and one Chicago doctor is hinting it could be unlikely kids go back to school this fall.
‘You just brought it home’: Environmental virologist explains how phones make virus germs mobile
While many Americans have been keeping their hands clean to avoid transferring bacteria during the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Charles Gerba warns that phones, which are essentially an extension of ourselves, are actually “mobile germ devices.”
While many Americans have been keeping their hands clean to avoid transferring bacteria during the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Charles Gerba warns that phones, which are essentially an extension of ourselves, are actually “mobile germ devices.”
Chicago alderman tests positive for COVID-19
Chicago Alderman Michael Scott Jr. of the 24th Ward has tested positive for COVID-19.
Chicago Alderman Michael Scott Jr. of the 24th Ward has tested positive for COVID-19.
University of Washington model predicts nearly 300,000 COVID-19 deaths in US by Dec. 1
A widely cited University of Washington model predicts U.S. deaths from COVID-19 will reach nearly 300,000 by Dec. 1.
A widely cited University of Washington model predicts U.S. deaths from COVID-19 will reach nearly 300,000 by Dec. 1.
Loyola suspends on-campus housing due to COVID-19
Loyola University announced that the institution will not be hosting students in on-campus residence halls due to COVID-19 until "conditions are favorable."
Loyola University announced that the institution will not be hosting students in on-campus residence halls due to COVID-19 until "conditions are favorable."
100-year-old Marine Corps veteran survives COVID-19 in Central Florida
A 100-year-old Marine veteran has survived a bout with COVID-19
A 100-year-old Marine veteran has survived a bout with COVID-19
American Society of Nephrology warns of surging demand for dialysis due to COVID-19 induced kidney failure
A recent report from the American Society of Nephrology said preliminary data indicates that up to 30% of hospitalized coronavirus patients develop kidney failure.
A recent report from the American Society of Nephrology said preliminary data indicates that up to 30% of hospitalized coronavirus patients develop kidney failure.
Diversey Express Driver Services Facility closed after employee tests positive for COVID-19
The Diversey Express Driver Services Facility will be closed until Aug. 10 after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
The Diversey Express Driver Services Facility will be closed until Aug. 10 after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Stimulus check missing $500? IRS to start sending parents payments this week
The IRS will begin rectifying economic impact payment amounts for individuals who may not have received all that they were eligible for – and households can expect to receive the extra cash within the coming weeks.
The IRS will begin rectifying economic impact payment amounts for individuals who may not have received all that they were eligible for – and households can expect to receive the extra cash within the coming weeks.
President Trump, Mitch McConnell huddle with coronavirus talks at risk of collapse
After more than a week's worth of meetings, at least some clarity is coming to bipartisan Washington talks on a huge COVID-19 response bill.
After more than a week's worth of meetings, at least some clarity is coming to bipartisan Washington talks on a huge COVID-19 response bill.
Laid-off workers endure loss of $600 federal aid amid COVID-19 pandemic
Around the country, across industries and occupations, millions of Americans thrown out of work because of the coronavirus are straining to afford the basics now that an extra $600 a week in federal unemployment benefits has expired.
Around the country, across industries and occupations, millions of Americans thrown out of work because of the coronavirus are straining to afford the basics now that an extra $600 a week in federal unemployment benefits has expired.
US lifts Global Level 4 warning against international travel amid COVID-19, but countries still bar Americans
The advisory, which warns against international travel due to the pandemic, was initially put into effect on March 19.
The advisory, which warns against international travel due to the pandemic, was initially put into effect on March 19.
More than a third of US adults are using cleaning products incorrectly: CDC study
In trying to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus, more than a third of U.S. adults are putting their health at risk by using cleaning products incorrectly, according to a recent report.
In trying to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus, more than a third of U.S. adults are putting their health at risk by using cleaning products incorrectly, according to a recent report.
Illinois adds nearly 2,000 new cases of coronavirus, including 21 deaths
Health officials on Thursday said another 1,953 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Illinois, marking the 16th straight day of daily case loads over 1,000.
Health officials on Thursday said another 1,953 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Illinois, marking the 16th straight day of daily case loads over 1,000.
Krispy Kreme offering free coffee, doughnuts for teachers next week
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
Dealing with caution fatigue months into the pandemic
Dr. John Whyte, chief medical officer of WebMD, talks about ways to overcome 'caution fatigue' during the times of COVID-19
Dr. John Whyte, chief medical officer of WebMD, talks about ways to overcome 'caution fatigue' during the times of COVID-19
1.2 million seek jobless aid after $600 federal check ends
Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired.
Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired.
Illinois Rep. Rodney Davis tests positive for COVID-19
Illinois Republican Rep. Rodney Davis on Wednesday announced he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Illinois Republican Rep. Rodney Davis on Wednesday announced he has tested positive for COVID-19.
'The virus is not tired': State leaders issue words of warning to wear masks, social distance
“Anyone who thinks that wearing a mask or keeping their distance doesn't help, you are just wrong,” said Dr. Ngozi Ezike.
“Anyone who thinks that wearing a mask or keeping their distance doesn't help, you are just wrong,” said Dr. Ngozi Ezike.
Facebook removes video of Trump saying children are ‘virtually immune’ to coronavirus, Twitter follows suit
Facebook removed a video posted by President Donald Trump for promoting false and misleading information about the coronavirus pandemic, the company said Wednesday.
Facebook removed a video posted by President Donald Trump for promoting false and misleading information about the coronavirus pandemic, the company said Wednesday.