Millions of Americans to receive stimulus checks Wednesday
Most Americans can expect to see a payment of $1,200 and up -- but experts say we're more likely to fall victim to scammers trying to steal our money.
Most Americans can expect to see a payment of $1,200 and up -- but experts say we're more likely to fall victim to scammers trying to steal our money.
Global coronavirus cases top 2 million, according to Johns Hopkins
At least 2 million people worldwide have been infected with the novel coronavirus, according to data from Johns Hopkins.
At least 2 million people worldwide have been infected with the novel coronavirus, according to data from Johns Hopkins.
How to curb binge eating and snacking habits during stay-home order
Dr. Bob Kushner joins Good Day Chicago to talk about ways to supplement your diet during Illinois' stay-at-home order.
Dr. Bob Kushner joins Good Day Chicago to talk about ways to supplement your diet during Illinois' stay-at-home order.
How small businesses owners are staying afloat during COVID-19 crisis
Joe Atou, owner of two small businesses, joins us via telephone to talk about how the coronavirus shutdown is affecting his livelihood.
Joe Atou, owner of two small businesses, joins us via telephone to talk about how the coronavirus shutdown is affecting his livelihood.
Chicago nurses describe what it's like on the frontlines of treating the COVID-19 pandemic
ICU nurses Alyssa Olivieri and Sarita Mazurowski join us to talk about their experiences caretaking for victims of the coronavirus.
ICU nurses Alyssa Olivieri and Sarita Mazurowski join us to talk about their experiences caretaking for victims of the coronavirus.
How to manage your personal finances during a crisis
Personal finance expert and best-selling author Rachel Cruze joins us to dish out tips on managing money during the coronavirus crisis.
Personal finance expert and best-selling author Rachel Cruze joins us to dish out tips on managing money during the coronavirus crisis.
Central Florida woman withdrawing part of coronavirus stimulus payment finds $8.5 million in bank account
The woman said she was withdrawing money from an ATM at a Sanford Wawa when she spotted the account's balance at $8.5 million.
The woman said she was withdrawing money from an ATM at a Sanford Wawa when she spotted the account's balance at $8.5 million.
Bus driver becomes 2nd CTA employee to die of coronavirus
A CTA bus driver with COVID-19 has died, the transit agency announced Tuesday, becoming the second CTA employee to die of the coronavirus.
A CTA bus driver with COVID-19 has died, the transit agency announced Tuesday, becoming the second CTA employee to die of the coronavirus.
Medical examiner confirms 69 more coronavirus deaths in Cook County
The Cook County medical examiner’s office confirmed Tuesday that 69 more people have died of coronavirus-related causes.
The Cook County medical examiner’s office confirmed Tuesday that 69 more people have died of coronavirus-related causes.
CTA bus driver explains what it's like to be an essential worker amid pandemic
We are getting a first-hand look at the effects of the coronavirus on one of the city's essential workers.
We are getting a first-hand look at the effects of the coronavirus on one of the city's essential workers.
African Americans comprise 64% of COVID-19 deaths in Chicago
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that another 74 people have died from the coronavirus, bringing the statewide death toll to 868. An estimated 64-percent of these victims are African American.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that another 74 people have died from the coronavirus, bringing the statewide death toll to 868. An estimated 64-percent of these victims are African American.
1,900 meals donated to CPD amid coronavirus pandemic
A Chicago alderman partnered with local businesses to show appreciation for the valuable work Chicago police are doing during the pandemic.
A Chicago alderman partnered with local businesses to show appreciation for the valuable work Chicago police are doing during the pandemic.
CPS parents voice concerns over remote learning struggles
Parents were lined up at Richardson Middle School Tuesday to pick up laptops so their children can finally learn from home.
Parents were lined up at Richardson Middle School Tuesday to pick up laptops so their children can finally learn from home.
COVID-19 deaths may be higher than reported
In Chicago, experts say that COVID-19 and the economic despair it's causing are killing many more people than we realize.
In Chicago, experts say that COVID-19 and the economic despair it's causing are killing many more people than we realize.
Sheriff: Drug suspect committed murder 1 day after being released from jail in coronavirus purge
On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.
On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.
Drug commonly used for lice & parasitic infections could potentially treat COVID-19, researchers say
Researchers at an Australian university found that an anti-parasitic drug was able to eliminate the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the disease that creates COVID-19, within 48 hours.
Researchers at an Australian university found that an anti-parasitic drug was able to eliminate the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the disease that creates COVID-19, within 48 hours.
Illinois COVID-19 response price tag $174 million, records show
Illinois has paid $174 million for medicine and protective equipment to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the past month, according to data released Tuesday.
Illinois has paid $174 million for medicine and protective equipment to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the past month, according to data released Tuesday.
Nearly 40 immigrant children at Chicago-area shelters have COVID-19
Dozens of immigrant children in U.S. custody and living in three Chicago-area shelters have tested positive for COVID-19, officials said Tuesday.
Dozens of immigrant children in U.S. custody and living in three Chicago-area shelters have tested positive for COVID-19, officials said Tuesday.
New Trump panel to explore path to reopening US economy
Another team, expected to be formally announced as early as Tuesday, has begun meeting behind closed doors in the West Wing. Its mission is another matter paramount to President Donald Trump: how to begin reopening the American economy.
Another team, expected to be formally announced as early as Tuesday, has begun meeting behind closed doors in the West Wing. Its mission is another matter paramount to President Donald Trump: how to begin reopening the American economy.
Trump reverses course on power to 'reopen' states amid virus
Democratic and Republican governors sounded alarm about a federal power grab a day after Trump asserted he had the ultimate say on when and how to reopen the economy.
Democratic and Republican governors sounded alarm about a federal power grab a day after Trump asserted he had the ultimate say on when and how to reopen the economy.