AMC Theaters announces it will close all locations until further notice

AMC Theaters is the latest theater chain to announce it will close all cinemas because of the coronavirus pandemic. On Monday, Regal Cinemas, the nation’s second-largest chain, said its locations will close Tuesday.

How COVID-19 is affecting the Illinois primary
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Political consultant Thom Serafin joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the impact the coronavirus could have on voter turnout in Illinois.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson reportedly released from hospital

Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, have reportedly been released from an Australian hospital five days after they were diagnosed with the new coronavirus.

Schools now closed in Illinois through March 30 to slow spread of coronavirus

Unlike the teachers’ strike, which closed schools last year, Jackson says parents need to know there will be no programs or childcare options being offered during the coronavirus shutdown. 

Concerns being raised as Chicago libraries to remain open during COVID-19 outbreak

Carter G Woodson Library off 95th and South Halsted is a gathering place for those in the community including seniors and children, amid COVID-19 concerns.

New York to allow take-out booze from bars

New York is going to suspend some rules to allow bars to sell booze to go in an effort to help keep them in business during the coronavirus restrictions that are going into effect.

Illinois Lottery closes claim centers over coronavirus concerns

The Illinois Lottery is closing claim centers statewide amid the coronavirus pandemic, officials announced Monday.

Trump, asked about coronavirus response, gives himself a 10 out of 10

President Trump on Monday gave his administration high marks for its response to the coronavirus despite criticisms for a shortage of testing kits and for his downplaying the severity of the pandemic.

Will County confirms first case of coronavirus

Health officials have announced the first positive case of coronavirus in Will County.

Starbucks will be temporarily switching to a 'to go' mode due to COVID-19 concerns

Starbucks has announced that beginning on Sunday all of its North American stores will switch to a `to go' model for at least two weeks because of the coronavirus.

Illinois Secretary of State offices closed to slow spread of coronavirus

Illinois Secretary of State offices, including driver services facilities, will be closed through the end of the month to prevent thhe spread of coronavirus, officials announced Monday.

CDC employee confirmed to have coronavirus

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employee has tested positive for the coronavirus, the CDC announced Monday afternoon. The diagnosis was confirmed by lab testing.