48 more COVID-19 deaths in Cook County
Another 48 people died of COVID-19 in Cook County, officials announced Friday.
Another 48 people died of COVID-19 in Cook County, officials announced Friday.
Arnold Schwarzenegger says anyone making COVID-19 masks ‘a political issue is an absolute moron’
“If we all wear masks, we will slow down the spread and can reopen safely,” the former California governor said.
“If we all wear masks, we will slow down the spread and can reopen safely,” the former California governor said.
As US remains stuck in 1st coronavirus wave, Harvard expert says 'it’s probably not even halftime'
Getting tested, wearing a mask and physical distancing remain critical, experts say.
Getting tested, wearing a mask and physical distancing remain critical, experts say.
Apple re-closes some stores, raising economic concerns
Seven of the Apple stores that are closing again are in Arizona.
Seven of the Apple stores that are closing again are in Arizona.
Navy upholds firing of carrier captain in coronavirus outbreak
The official said the Navy also extended the blame for the ship's pandemic crisis, delaying the promotion of the one-star admiral who was also onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt — concluding that both men made serious errors in judgment.
The official said the Navy also extended the blame for the ship's pandemic crisis, delaying the promotion of the one-star admiral who was also onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt — concluding that both men made serious errors in judgment.
44 more Illinois deaths from COVID-19
Illinois health officials on Friday said another 44 people have died from the coronavirus, raising the state’s death toll to 6,580.
Illinois health officials on Friday said another 44 people have died from the coronavirus, raising the state’s death toll to 6,580.
AMC Theaters reverses course on masks after backlash
AMC Theaters CEO Adam Aron said Friday that its theaters will require patrons to wear masks upon reopening.
AMC Theaters CEO Adam Aron said Friday that its theaters will require patrons to wear masks upon reopening.
5 Phillies players, 3 staff members test positive for the coronavirus in Clearwater
In a statement released Friday afternoon, the Phillies confirmed that 5 players and 3 staff members who were working at their spring training facility in Clearwater, Florida have tested positive for the coronavirus.
In a statement released Friday afternoon, the Phillies confirmed that 5 players and 3 staff members who were working at their spring training facility in Clearwater, Florida have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COVID-19 closes Schaumburg DMV again
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office has closed a Drivers Services Facility in suburban Chicago for two weeks, and staff is being quarantined for 14 days, after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office has closed a Drivers Services Facility in suburban Chicago for two weeks, and staff is being quarantined for 14 days, after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Rooftop bar season reopens in Chicago
One of the best rooftop bars in Chicago is up and running after the long COVID-19 closing. Bernie's Chicago on Orleans is ready for a fun summer and GM Mark O'Sullivan has all the details.
One of the best rooftop bars in Chicago is up and running after the long COVID-19 closing. Bernie's Chicago on Orleans is ready for a fun summer and GM Mark O'Sullivan has all the details.
CDC issues recommendations to help protect beachgoers
If you're heading to the beach or a pool this weekend, don't forget to stay six feet apart and wear your face mask! Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine weighs in on these CDC recommendations.
If you're heading to the beach or a pool this weekend, don't forget to stay six feet apart and wear your face mask! Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine weighs in on these CDC recommendations.
Cuomo considering quarantine for Florida visitors
Governor Andrew Cuomo is considering imposing a quarantine on people traveling to New York from Florida as a result of soaring COVID-19 cases in the Sunshine State.
Governor Andrew Cuomo is considering imposing a quarantine on people traveling to New York from Florida as a result of soaring COVID-19 cases in the Sunshine State.
What to know before Chicago's lakefront opens June 22
For the first time since late March, Chicagoans will soon be able to run, bike and walk on Chicago’s lakefront. But before you decide to use the Lakefront Trail, you better be ready to, "Keep it Moving."
For the first time since late March, Chicagoans will soon be able to run, bike and walk on Chicago’s lakefront. But before you decide to use the Lakefront Trail, you better be ready to, "Keep it Moving."
Beloved Field Museum researcher dies from complications of COVID-19
The community is mourning the loss of a beloved Field Museum researcher who died from complications of COVID-19.
The community is mourning the loss of a beloved Field Museum researcher who died from complications of COVID-19.
University of Illinois announces in-person classes resuming this fall
In-person instruction will take place in the fall at the University of Illinois, with COVID-19 safety precautions in place to protect students if the state has moved into Phase IV of its reopening schedule, officials said Thursday.
In-person instruction will take place in the fall at the University of Illinois, with COVID-19 safety precautions in place to protect students if the state has moved into Phase IV of its reopening schedule, officials said Thursday.
Indianapolis couple separated by COVID-19 reunited after weeks apart
An Indianapolis husband and wife married for 67 years were finally reunited after five weeks apart – their longest ever separation – while the wife battled COVID-19, local media reported.
An Indianapolis husband and wife married for 67 years were finally reunited after five weeks apart – their longest ever separation – while the wife battled COVID-19, local media reported.
55 more deaths from COVID-19 in Illinois
Illinois health officials on Thursday said another 55 people have died from the coronavirus, raising the state’s death toll to 6,537.
Illinois health officials on Thursday said another 55 people have died from the coronavirus, raising the state’s death toll to 6,537.
Many former foster kids left with no place to go amid COVID-19 pandemic
Many former foster kids are being hit especially hard by the coronavirus pandemic. As colleges are sending students home and businesses are laying off workers, many of these vulnerable young people don't have parents to fall back on.
Many former foster kids are being hit especially hard by the coronavirus pandemic. As colleges are sending students home and businesses are laying off workers, many of these vulnerable young people don't have parents to fall back on.
Texas students will return to school in-person in the fall, Abbott says
Students in Texas will be allowed to return to their classrooms in August.
Students in Texas will be allowed to return to their classrooms in August.
1.5 million more laid-off workers seek unemployment benefits
The latest figure from the Labor Department marks the 11th straight weekly decline in applications since they peaked at nearly 7 million in March.
The latest figure from the Labor Department marks the 11th straight weekly decline in applications since they peaked at nearly 7 million in March.