Officials: Visits to inmates at all 122 federal prisons will be halted for 30 days in response to coronavirus
The Associated Press reported the visitation halt on Friday.
The Associated Press reported the visitation halt on Friday.
Archdiocese suspends Masses beginning Saturday because of coronavirus worries
The decision was based on the guidelines spelled out Thursday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker mandating the cancellation of large public gatherings, according to the statement.
The decision was based on the guidelines spelled out Thursday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker mandating the cancellation of large public gatherings, according to the statement.
Here are the major pro sporting events that have been postponed, delayed or canceled due to coronavirus
The announcements come a day after the NBA announced it would be suspending its season.
The announcements come a day after the NBA announced it would be suspending its season.
Brazil's President Bolsonaro's son claims father tested negative for coronavirus despite earlier reports
Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro has tested negative for coronavirus, his son Eduardo has told Fox News, contradicting earlier claims that he had tested positive.
Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro has tested negative for coronavirus, his son Eduardo has told Fox News, contradicting earlier claims that he had tested positive.
Archdiocese of Chicago cancels all classes amid concerns over coronavirus
Catholic schools in Cook and Lake counties will be closed starting Monday, March 16.
Catholic schools in Cook and Lake counties will be closed starting Monday, March 16.
Italians reeling amid coronavirus pandemic
Roberto Guercini, an Italian native, calls into the show to talk about the struggles Italy is facing in combatting the novel coronavirus.
Roberto Guercini, an Italian native, calls into the show to talk about the struggles Italy is facing in combatting the novel coronavirus.
Coronavirus outbreak rattles the sports world
Mark Carman from WGN Radio gives his take on the coronavirus' impact on the sporting world.
Mark Carman from WGN Radio gives his take on the coronavirus' impact on the sporting world.
Old St. Patrick’s church cancels Sunday Masses over coronavirus concerns
The church will livestream Sunday and holiday Masses online at 10 a.m. March 15, 12:10 p.m. March 17 and 10 a.m. March 22, officials said.
The church will livestream Sunday and holiday Masses online at 10 a.m. March 15, 12:10 p.m. March 17 and 10 a.m. March 22, officials said.
U-Haul offering 30 days of free storage to college students affected by coronavirus closures
U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage to college students who have to move due to school closures for coronavirus.
U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage to college students who have to move due to school closures for coronavirus.
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.