Gary's mayor imposes new restrictions amid COVID-19 surge
Mayor Jerome Prince said that the first phase of the city’s two-phase effort would begin immediately and stay in effect through Dec. 31.
Mayor Jerome Prince said that the first phase of the city’s two-phase effort would begin immediately and stay in effect through Dec. 31.
Airlines cancel flights due to COVID staffing shortages
Thousands of flights were canceled Friday due to staff shortages caused by COVID-19.
Thousands of flights were canceled Friday due to staff shortages caused by COVID-19.
University of Chicago pushes winter semester back amid Omicron surge
The University of Chicago is pushing back the start of its winter classes.
The University of Chicago is pushing back the start of its winter classes.
One Cook County judge, 21 court employees test positive for COVID-19
The Office of the Chief Judge announced that a judge and 21 employees have tested positive for COVID-19.
The Office of the Chief Judge announced that a judge and 21 employees have tested positive for COVID-19.
US will lift travel ban on southern African countries on Dec. 31
The Nov. 29 ban barred nearly all non-U.S. citizens who had recently been in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Mozambique and Malawi.
The Nov. 29 ban barred nearly all non-U.S. citizens who had recently been in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Mozambique and Malawi.
Goodman Theatre's 'A Christmas Carol' to resume Sunday
The cast of the Goodman Theatre's "A Christmas Carol" is eagerly awaiting their return to stage after a few COVID-19 cases in the cast.
The cast of the Goodman Theatre's "A Christmas Carol" is eagerly awaiting their return to stage after a few COVID-19 cases in the cast.
Illinois state representative criticizes Lightfoot's vaccine mandate: 'a bad idea'
The longest-serving African American ever in the Illinois General Assembly claims Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's new vaccine order will do little to slow the spread of COVID-19 and runs the risk of triggering violent confrontations.
The longest-serving African American ever in the Illinois General Assembly claims Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's new vaccine order will do little to slow the spread of COVID-19 and runs the risk of triggering violent confrontations.
Goodman Theatre prepares for return after outbreak
The cast of the Goodman Theatre's 'A Christmas Carol' eagerly awaits their return to stage after a COVID outbreak amongst the cast.
The cast of the Goodman Theatre's 'A Christmas Carol' eagerly awaits their return to stage after a COVID outbreak amongst the cast.
Many scramble for COVID tests ahead of Christmas
Many are finding it very difficult to find a COVID test ahead of the holidays.
Many are finding it very difficult to find a COVID test ahead of the holidays.
Illinois state representative criticizes vaccine mandate
A veteran Illinois lawmaker is calling Mayor Lightfoot's vaccine mandate a bad idea.
A veteran Illinois lawmaker is calling Mayor Lightfoot's vaccine mandate a bad idea.
FDA approves 2 new anti-viral drugs to fight COVID
The FDA has approved two new pills that will treat COVID-19.
The FDA has approved two new pills that will treat COVID-19.
Orland Park mayor calls new Cook County COVID-19 restrictions 'unlawful'
“If this is such an emergency, why are they waiting until January 3rd to impose these new mandates?” Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau said in a statement.
“If this is such an emergency, why are they waiting until January 3rd to impose these new mandates?” Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau said in a statement.
Chicago Public Schools to purchase 100k laptops for remote learning
Chicago Public Schools are preparing for students that may return to remote learning.
Chicago Public Schools are preparing for students that may return to remote learning.
Severe sore throat, runny nose -- COVID-19 omicron symptoms resemble flu, cold
Symptoms of the omicron COVID-19 variant may make you think you have the flu or a cold.
Symptoms of the omicron COVID-19 variant may make you think you have the flu or a cold.
CPS to purchase 100k laptops for remote learning
Chicago Public Schools are preparing for students that may return to remote learning.
Chicago Public Schools are preparing for students that may return to remote learning.
Merck COVID-19 pill: FDA approves 2nd at-home treatment
Merck’s COVID-19 pill has been authorized by the FDA, providing another easy-to-use medication to fight the rapidly-spreading omicron variant.
Merck’s COVID-19 pill has been authorized by the FDA, providing another easy-to-use medication to fight the rapidly-spreading omicron variant.
Illinois reports 77,246 new COVID-19 cases this week: IDPH
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 77,246 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including an increase of 318 deaths since this past week.
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 77,246 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, including an increase of 318 deaths since this past week.
Suburban Cook County issues new proof of vaccine requirement for businesses
The Cook County Department of Public Health issued a new mitigation order Thursday that calls for proof of vaccination for customers of indoor settings where food and drink are served.
The Cook County Department of Public Health issued a new mitigation order Thursday that calls for proof of vaccination for customers of indoor settings where food and drink are served.
New COVID mitigations require proof of vaccination for customers of indoor settings in suburban Cook County
The order will go into effect on Jan. 3, at places like restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues, and in fitness facilities.
The order will go into effect on Jan. 3, at places like restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues, and in fitness facilities.
Michigan man who defied state pandemic orders to keep diner open dies of COVID-19
John Parney said he kept the Quincy Diner open partly to pay for medical bills. The south Michigan man wasn't vaccinated when he got infected, but pledged during his illness he would, arguing "the battle, at this point, was worse than any training he endured in the military."
John Parney said he kept the Quincy Diner open partly to pay for medical bills. The south Michigan man wasn't vaccinated when he got infected, but pledged during his illness he would, arguing "the battle, at this point, was worse than any training he endured in the military."