Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton tests positive for COVID-19
Lieutenant Governor of Illinois, Juliana Stratton, announced Thursday she has tested positive for COVID-19.
Lieutenant Governor of Illinois, Juliana Stratton, announced Thursday she has tested positive for COVID-19.
Chicago's top doctor stresses effectiveness of vaccines as Omicron breakthrough cases increase
Chicago's top doctor doubled down Thursday on vaccines being the most effective way to avoid severe illness from COVID-19 as the New Year rapidly approaches.
Chicago's top doctor doubled down Thursday on vaccines being the most effective way to avoid severe illness from COVID-19 as the New Year rapidly approaches.
IDPH adopts CDC quarantine and isolation recommendations of 10 days to 5
These updates come as the Omicron variant continues to spread throughout the U.S. and reflects the current science on when and for how long a person is most infectious, IDPH said.
These updates come as the Omicron variant continues to spread throughout the U.S. and reflects the current science on when and for how long a person is most infectious, IDPH said.
Illinois launches Vax Verify system to confirm vaccination status for residents
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the new vax verify system, the Omicron variant and the importance of booster doses in fighting COVID-19.
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the new vax verify system, the Omicron variant and the importance of booster doses in fighting COVID-19.
New book captures the struggles of frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
Adam Kaat talks about his new book "Life on the Grocery Line: A Frontline Experience in a Global Pandemic" and what can be learned from the toil of essential workers during a time of tragedy.
Adam Kaat talks about his new book "Life on the Grocery Line: A Frontline Experience in a Global Pandemic" and what can be learned from the toil of essential workers during a time of tragedy.
Chicago grappling with increase in breakthrough Omicron cases
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady breaks down the city's ongoing response to COVID-19 and the Omicron variant.
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady breaks down the city's ongoing response to COVID-19 and the Omicron variant.
J&J COVID-19 booster found to cut omicron hospitalizations in South African study
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 booster shot was found to reduce the risk of omicron-related hospitalization by about 85%, according to a South African clinical trial.
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 booster shot was found to reduce the risk of omicron-related hospitalization by about 85%, according to a South African clinical trial.
Chicago business owners celebrated for adapting during pandemic
A local taco business was featured in a national campaign with award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.
A local taco business was featured in a national campaign with award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.
Local entrepreneurs celebrated for adapting during pandemic
A local taco business was featured in a national campaign with award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.??
A local taco business was featured in a national campaign with award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.??
Tinley Park mayor won't enforce Cook County's vaccine mandate, calling it an "abuse of power"
The mayor says he won't use town resources to promote a policy that will hurt the economy.
The mayor says he won't use town resources to promote a policy that will hurt the economy.
Illinois DMV services shutting down for 2 weeks
Secretary of State Jesse White announced Wednesday that all Secretary of State departments in Illinois will close from Jan. 3 through Jan. 17, 2022 due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Secretary of State Jesse White announced Wednesday that all Secretary of State departments in Illinois will close from Jan. 3 through Jan. 17, 2022 due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Tinley Park will not enforce Cook County vaccine mandate
Another suburb has announced that it won't enforce Cook County's vaccine mandate for indoor venues.
Another suburb has announced that it won't enforce Cook County's vaccine mandate for indoor venues.
Hermosa restaurant forced to close indoor dining due to Chicago's new vaccine mandate
As cases of COVID-19 skyrocket, businesses ? now used to pivoting ? are once again navigating the unknown.
As cases of COVID-19 skyrocket, businesses ? now used to pivoting ? are once again navigating the unknown.
City leaders release New Year's Eve safety plan
City officials on Wednesday unveiled their safety plan for downtown New Year's Eve celebrations happening in Chicago this weekend.
City officials on Wednesday unveiled their safety plan for downtown New Year's Eve celebrations happening in Chicago this weekend.
Hermosa taco shop forced to go carryout, delivery only amid Lightfoot's new vaccine mandate
As cases of COVID-19 skyrocket, businesses – now used to pivoting – are once again navigating the unknown.
As cases of COVID-19 skyrocket, businesses – now used to pivoting – are once again navigating the unknown.
Metra hiring in the new year
Metra announced that it will be hiring for several positions in the new year.
Metra announced that it will be hiring for several positions in the new year.
Illinois DMV services closing for 2 weeks due to COVID
Secretary of State Jesse White announced Wednesday that all Secretary of State departments in Illinois will close from Jan. 3 through Jan. 17, 2022 due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Secretary of State Jesse White announced Wednesday that all Secretary of State departments in Illinois will close from Jan. 3 through Jan. 17, 2022 due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Chicago restaurant closes indoor dining because of Lightfoot's new proof of vaccination mandate
Just five days before Chicago?s new proof of vaccination requirement takes effect, one family-owned restaurant is moving to carryout and delivery only.
Just five days before Chicago?s new proof of vaccination requirement takes effect, one family-owned restaurant is moving to carryout and delivery only.
CDC monitors, investigates at least 73 cruise ships following COVID-19 outbreaks
As of Monday, 73 cruise ships were sailing at yellow or orange status, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ships with orange or yellow status are currently being monitored or investigated due to suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 on board.
As of Monday, 73 cruise ships were sailing at yellow or orange status, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ships with orange or yellow status are currently being monitored or investigated due to suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 on board.
Metra to hire workers for multiple positions in January
Metra is planning to hire several workers next month to ensure it has enough personnel for schedule adjustments in 2022.
Metra is planning to hire several workers next month to ensure it has enough personnel for schedule adjustments in 2022.