St. Margaret of Scotland School closed after student tests positive for coronavirus
The school, 9833 S. Throop St., will undergo “extensive cleaning” and remain closed until at least March 23, officials said.
The school, 9833 S. Throop St., will undergo “extensive cleaning” and remain closed until at least March 23, officials said.
Coronavirus: Panicked people rush to buy survival gear, guns
And in addition to disinfectants and other household goods, guns and survival gear are in demand.
And in addition to disinfectants and other household goods, guns and survival gear are in demand.
Empty shelves, long lines at stores amid coronavirus outbreak
FOX 32's Michele Fiore reports...
FOX 32's Michele Fiore reports...
Hotel industry takes a hit amid panic over coronavirus outbreak
Michael Jacobson, president and CEO of the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the impact COVID-19 is having on the hotel industry.
Michael Jacobson, president and CEO of the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the impact COVID-19 is having on the hotel industry.
Aurora to halt water disconnections for 30 days amid coronavirus crisis
The City of Aurora has also barred public events on city properties, among other measures meant to slow the spread of coronavirus.
The City of Aurora has also barred public events on city properties, among other measures meant to slow the spread of coronavirus.
Cook County Jail implements new coronavirus screening procedures
While the jail has not had any reported cases of COVID-19, the new measures “have been implemented to ensure the health and safety of everyone who enters the facility."
While the jail has not had any reported cases of COVID-19, the new measures “have been implemented to ensure the health and safety of everyone who enters the facility."
Hospital in suburban Chicago offering drive-thru coronavirus testing
Advocate Good Shepherd in Barrington says patients can just drive up to be tested for COVID-19.
Advocate Good Shepherd in Barrington says patients can just drive up to be tested for COVID-19.
Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders blast Trump amid coronavirus concerns
Joe Biden blasted President Donald Trump’s response to the coronavirus outbreak on Thursday and outlined how he would combat the threat differently by relying more heavily on global alliances and listening more closely to the recommendations of scientists.
Joe Biden blasted President Donald Trump’s response to the coronavirus outbreak on Thursday and outlined how he would combat the threat differently by relying more heavily on global alliances and listening more closely to the recommendations of scientists.
Rush pitches isolation tent to treat coronavirus patients
The tent is separate from the hospital itself to give medical staff and other patients an added layer of protection.
The tent is separate from the hospital itself to give medical staff and other patients an added layer of protection.
As pro-Chicago sports put on hold due to coronavirus, local businesses worry
Professional sports games are being put on hold as the U.S. rushes to stop the spread of the coronavirus, meaning the start of baseball season in Chicago -- which is a celebrated spring tradition -- is being delayed.
Professional sports games are being put on hold as the U.S. rushes to stop the spread of the coronavirus, meaning the start of baseball season in Chicago -- which is a celebrated spring tradition -- is being delayed.
Chicago bars concerned about crowds this weekend for St. Patrick's Day
Normally, St. Patrick's Day weekend is by far the biggest weekend of the year for the bars on Division Street, but due to coronavirus, that is not expected to be the case on Saturday or Sunday with both Chicago parades canceled.
Normally, St. Patrick's Day weekend is by far the biggest weekend of the year for the bars on Division Street, but due to coronavirus, that is not expected to be the case on Saturday or Sunday with both Chicago parades canceled.
Charles Barkley says he's awaiting coronavirus test results, in self-quarantine until then
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley is the latest big name to self-quarantine as he awaits coronavirus test results.
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley is the latest big name to self-quarantine as he awaits coronavirus test results.
NBA suspends season, 2 Utah Jazz players reportedly test positive for coronavirus
The NBA is suspending the season after Wednesday night's games until further notice because of coronavirus concerns.
The NBA is suspending the season after Wednesday night's games until further notice because of coronavirus concerns.
Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson test positive for coronavirus
Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks and his wife actress Rita Wilson have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks and his wife actress Rita Wilson have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's wife, Sophie, tests positive for coronavirus, officials say
Canadian government officials announced Thursday night that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, tested positive for the coronavirus and "will remain in isolation for the time being."
Canadian government officials announced Thursday night that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, tested positive for the coronavirus and "will remain in isolation for the time being."
Lincoln Park Zoo closed to avoid spread of coronavirus
The zoo will be closed through April 10, with all programs and events canceled through that date as well, Zoo Director Megan R. Ross said in a statement.
The zoo will be closed through April 10, with all programs and events canceled through that date as well, Zoo Director Megan R. Ross said in a statement.
Broadway shows go dark amid COVID-19 outbreak
Broadway will go dark amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Broadway will go dark amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Democratic debate moved from Arizona to Washington, D.C. due to COVID-19 coronavirus concerns
The Democratic National Committee is moving Sunday’s presidential debate from Arizona to Washington because of concerns about coronavirus.
The Democratic National Committee is moving Sunday’s presidential debate from Arizona to Washington because of concerns about coronavirus.
Every school in District 65 in Evanston closing for a month due to coronavirus
Every school in District 65 in Evanston, Illinois is closing for a month because of coronavirus concerns.
Every school in District 65 in Evanston, Illinois is closing for a month because of coronavirus concerns.
Mayo Clinic develops test to detect COVID-19, under review by FDA
The Mayo Clinic has developed a test that can detect the novel coronavirus, according to the Mayo Clinic.
The Mayo Clinic has developed a test that can detect the novel coronavirus, according to the Mayo Clinic.