Good Vibes: Thursday, April 9
As thousands are staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, we're asking viewers to send us their Good Vibes. These can be in the form of a "thank you," a song, a dance, or whatever makes you happy! Check out today's Good Vibes!
As thousands are staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, we're asking viewers to send us their Good Vibes. These can be in the form of a "thank you," a song, a dance, or whatever makes you happy! Check out today's Good Vibes!
To prepare for 'surge in deaths' from COVID-19, Cook County opens refrigerated warehouse to store bodies
To prepare for a surge in COVID-19 deaths, Cook County officials on Thursday opened a refrigerated warehouse to store thousands of additional bodies.
To prepare for a surge in COVID-19 deaths, Cook County officials on Thursday opened a refrigerated warehouse to store thousands of additional bodies.
Magic and illusions without ever leaving home
With shows being cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many are taking to the internet to keep their audiences entertained. Magician Dennis Watkins joined Good Day Chicago to show off some of his magic and illusions.
With shows being cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many are taking to the internet to keep their audiences entertained. Magician Dennis Watkins joined Good Day Chicago to show off some of his magic and illusions.
Report: Husband of woman who started accidental Thanksgiving tradition died while fighting COVID-19
A man who made national headlines following an accidental Thanksgiving dinner invite from a complete stranger says a member of the host family has died while fighting COVID-19.
A man who made national headlines following an accidental Thanksgiving dinner invite from a complete stranger says a member of the host family has died while fighting COVID-19.
Global coronavirus cases top 1.5 million, according to Johns Hopkins
There are more than 1.5 million confirmed cases across the world, according to the university.
There are more than 1.5 million confirmed cases across the world, according to the university.
IRS speeds up coronavirus check printing, delivery ahead of schedule
Cash-strapped consumers may catch a break.
Cash-strapped consumers may catch a break.
Hair do's and don'ts during stay-at-home order
Mayor Lori Lightfoot came under fire this week for getting her hair done, something the rest of us are unable to do right now due to the stay-at-home order. But there are a few things you can do to maintain your appearance without heading to the salon.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot came under fire this week for getting her hair done, something the rest of us are unable to do right now due to the stay-at-home order. But there are a few things you can do to maintain your appearance without heading to the salon.
Protecting yourself and your home from coronavirus
With the coronavirus pandemic making everyone think twice about all the germs we come in contact with, it makes us all wonder what should we be cleaning and how often? Northwestern University professor Erica Hartmann sheds some light on the topic.
With the coronavirus pandemic making everyone think twice about all the germs we come in contact with, it makes us all wonder what should we be cleaning and how often? Northwestern University professor Erica Hartmann sheds some light on the topic.
Telehealth visits during stay-at-home order surging
Now more than ever, Americans are learning about telehealth to meet their medical needs. It's one of the areas where there has been a surge in business as more states are ordering everyone to shelter in place.
Now more than ever, Americans are learning about telehealth to meet their medical needs. It's one of the areas where there has been a surge in business as more states are ordering everyone to shelter in place.
Dr. Zich answers common coronavirus medical questions
The news on the COVID-19 pandemic is constantly changing. Now there's some good news that suggests previous predictions of the death count may have actually been over estimated in the Chicago area. Dr. David Zich with Northwestern Medicine talks about it.
The news on the COVID-19 pandemic is constantly changing. Now there's some good news that suggests previous predictions of the death count may have actually been over estimated in the Chicago area. Dr. David Zich with Northwestern Medicine talks about it.
Child development during COVID-19 quarantine
With the pandemic and 'stay-at-home' order, babies are not living in what we would consider "normal" times. Will the lack of exposure to new people, situations and environment impact their development? Dr. Cynthia Ambler answers some of these questions.
With the pandemic and 'stay-at-home' order, babies are not living in what we would consider "normal" times. Will the lack of exposure to new people, situations and environment impact their development? Dr. Cynthia Ambler answers some of these questions.
Managing stress eating during 'stay-at-home' order
It's a hard habit to break as you sit at home binge-watching Netflix, but it's time to step away from the chips and start managing your stress snacking! Dietitian Audra Wilson has ways to curve your comfort food needs towards more healthy alternatives.
It's a hard habit to break as you sit at home binge-watching Netflix, but it's time to step away from the chips and start managing your stress snacking! Dietitian Audra Wilson has ways to curve your comfort food needs towards more healthy alternatives.
Dr. Oz discusses zinc as a treatment for COVID-19 patients
When the coronavirus pandemic began, some doctors suggested using zinc as a treatment due to some studies linking the mineral to treating the common cold. Dr. Oz joined Good Day Chicago to talk about zinc and whether it should added to treatment protocols for COVID-19 patients.
When the coronavirus pandemic began, some doctors suggested using zinc as a treatment due to some studies linking the mineral to treating the common cold. Dr. Oz joined Good Day Chicago to talk about zinc and whether it should added to treatment protocols for COVID-19 patients.
'Gig' workers wait for answers on stimulus money
Independent contractors or "gig" workers are feeling the pain of pandemic. Many have seen reduced work hours, and now, they may not receive any stimulus unemployment benefits.
Independent contractors or "gig" workers are feeling the pain of pandemic. Many have seen reduced work hours, and now, they may not receive any stimulus unemployment benefits.
150 cases of coronavirus found in 20 Lake County nursing homes
At least 150 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed in 20 nursing homes across north suburban Lake County.
At least 150 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed in 20 nursing homes across north suburban Lake County.
Good Samaritans donate their RVs to help house health care workers fighting COVID-19
Many healthcare workers in SoCal and across the country are making the tough decision to live apart from their families to keep them safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
Many healthcare workers in SoCal and across the country are making the tough decision to live apart from their families to keep them safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
Chicago mayor dismayed by outburst of violence in city
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday expressed dismay at the outbreak of violence in the city in recent days, saying it is straining police resources and filling hospital space needed for patients suffering from the coronavirus.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday expressed dismay at the outbreak of violence in the city in recent days, saying it is straining police resources and filling hospital space needed for patients suffering from the coronavirus.
Aurora city leaders describe their coronavirus symptoms: 'My eyeballs ached'
What does it feel like to have the coronavirus? Three Aurora city leaders who were diagnosed with the virus last month talked about their experiences Wednesday.
What does it feel like to have the coronavirus? Three Aurora city leaders who were diagnosed with the virus last month talked about their experiences Wednesday.
Joliet company remains busy developing chemical that destroys coronavirus
While a lot of businesses are closing and laying off workers, it’s full speed ahead at Seeler Industries in Joliet.
While a lot of businesses are closing and laying off workers, it’s full speed ahead at Seeler Industries in Joliet.
National Guard flies in supplies as Illinois death toll hits 462
McCormick Place is being used as an alternate care facility and it’s about to get a boost of medical supplies, thanks to the Illinois Air National Guard.
McCormick Place is being used as an alternate care facility and it’s about to get a boost of medical supplies, thanks to the Illinois Air National Guard.