Illinois reports 123,812 new coronavirus cases, 843 deaths in past week
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported Friday that the state has 123,812 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19, including an increase of 843 deaths since Jan. 21.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported Friday that the state has 123,812 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19, including an increase of 843 deaths since Jan. 21.
Illinois to distribute 225,000 free rapid COVID-19 tests in 14 counties
The self-administered test kits through Project Access Covid Tests (Project ACT) will go to residents in certain zip codes in 14 Illinois counties.
The self-administered test kits through Project Access Covid Tests (Project ACT) will go to residents in certain zip codes in 14 Illinois counties.
Highland Park City Council votes to keep proof of vaccination mandate
The Highland Park City Council decided Monday night to keep in place a mandate that requires individuals who are dining in at establishments to show proof of vaccination.
The Highland Park City Council decided Monday night to keep in place a mandate that requires individuals who are dining in at establishments to show proof of vaccination.
‘A story of love’: Elderly couple dying of COVID spend final moments holding hands
“It’s a story of love; it’s a story of commitment; it’s a story of how everyone at the hospital went above and beyond.”
“It’s a story of love; it’s a story of commitment; it’s a story of how everyone at the hospital went above and beyond.”
Unemployment claims drop for the first time in a month
The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims fell by 30,000 to 260,000 last week, slightly less than the 265,000 analysts were expecting.
The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims fell by 30,000 to 260,000 last week, slightly less than the 265,000 analysts were expecting.
Denmark ends most virus restrictions, ready to 'welcome the life we knew before'
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that while the omicron variant is surging in Denmark, it is not placing a heavy burden on the health system and the country has a high vaccination rate. "As of Feb. 1, Denmark will be open."
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that while the omicron variant is surging in Denmark, it is not placing a heavy burden on the health system and the country has a high vaccination rate. "As of Feb. 1, Denmark will be open."
2 Illinois COVID-19 testing labs under investigation after complaints pour in
Two more COVID-19 pop-up testing companies are under investigation by The Illinois Department of Public Health.
Two more COVID-19 pop-up testing companies are under investigation by The Illinois Department of Public Health.
2 Illinois COVID testing labs under investigation for how they handle testing results
Two COVID-19 testing labs are under state investigation for how they handled testing results, the Illinois Department of Public Health confirms.
Two COVID-19 testing labs are under state investigation for how they handled testing results, the Illinois Department of Public Health confirms.
Can you be re-infected by the Omicron variant?
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine breaks down the latest medical headlines regarding COVID-19 variants and vaccines.
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine breaks down the latest medical headlines regarding COVID-19 variants and vaccines.
11 cases of new omicron sub-variant BA.2 detected in California, at least 2 in Santa Clara Co.
The California Department of Public Health confirmed that there are 11 cases of the new omicron subvariant in the state.
The California Department of Public Health confirmed that there are 11 cases of the new omicron subvariant in the state.
Chicago mom urges vaccination after daughter catches COVID, then comes down with rare illness
'I WAS VERY SCARED': A Chicago mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
'I WAS VERY SCARED': A Chicago mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
Chicago mom urges vaccination after daughter catches COVID, then comes down with rare illness
A Chicago mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
A Chicago mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
Garfield Park Conservatory's new exhibit features vaccinated teens
The portraits are said to, "Embody the optimism and ambition of Chicago teens who have protected themselves and those around them."
The portraits are said to, "Embody the optimism and ambition of Chicago teens who have protected themselves and those around them."
Chicago girl victim of rare COVID-19 illness that's targeting children
A local mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
A local mother wants all parents to be aware of the rare illness that struck her daughter weeks after she came down with COVID-19.
New exhibit showcases vaccinated teens
A new exhibit at the Garfield Park Conservatory is showcasing teens who have been vaccinated.
A new exhibit at the Garfield Park Conservatory is showcasing teens who have been vaccinated.
Chicago wholesaler left with lots of meat due to omicron
A Chicago meat wholesaler is sitting on $30,000 worth of top shelf meat after the omicron surge took a big bite out of restaurant business over the holidays.
A Chicago meat wholesaler is sitting on $30,000 worth of top shelf meat after the omicron surge took a big bite out of restaurant business over the holidays.
Red wine could reduce chances of COVID-19 infection, U.K. study suggests
A recent study out of the U.K. suggested consuming up to two glasses of red wine a week could lower a person’s chance of getting infected with COVID-19.
A recent study out of the U.K. suggested consuming up to two glasses of red wine a week could lower a person’s chance of getting infected with COVID-19.
Chicago Covid-19 Travel Advisory: Every state, territory on list for 4th consecutive week
For the fourth consecutive week, every U.S. state and four territories are on Chicago's Covid-19 Travel Advisory, city health officials announced Tuesday.
For the fourth consecutive week, every U.S. state and four territories are on Chicago's Covid-19 Travel Advisory, city health officials announced Tuesday.
Can cannabis compounds be effective in preventing COVID infection?
Craig Henderson, CEO of Extract Labs, talks about new research that shows a popular non-psychoactive cannabis compound could help prevent COVID-19 infections.
Craig Henderson, CEO of Extract Labs, talks about new research that shows a popular non-psychoactive cannabis compound could help prevent COVID-19 infections.
Companies worldwide rethinking the normal work week in wake of the pandemic
Andrew Challenger from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. talks about how workplaces are adapting to meet employees' needs and desires in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Andrew Challenger from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. talks about how workplaces are adapting to meet employees' needs and desires in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.