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."
Political reaction to Lightfoot's new vaccine mandate in Chicago
On Wednesday, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Mayor Lori Lightfoot's latest vaccine mandate in Chicago, which makes patrons of bars, restaurants and other places of gathering prove they're vaccinated before entry.
On Wednesday, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Mayor Lori Lightfoot's latest vaccine mandate in Chicago, which makes patrons of bars, restaurants and other places of gathering prove they're vaccinated before entry.
Pritzker endorses Lightfoot's new Chicago vaccine mandate, will he apply it statewide?
On Wednesday, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Mayor Lori Lightfoot's latest vaccine mandate in Chicago, which makes patrons of bars, restaurants and other places of gathering prove they're vaccinated before entry.
On Wednesday, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Mayor Lori Lightfoot's latest vaccine mandate in Chicago, which makes patrons of bars, restaurants and other places of gathering prove they're vaccinated before entry.
Republican candidates for Illinois governor blast Pritzker, Lightfoot over newest Chicago vaccine mandate
On Wednesday, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Mayor Lori Lightfoot's latest vaccine mandate in Chicago, which makes patrons of bars, restaurants and other places of gathering prove they're vaccinated before entry.
On Wednesday, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed Mayor Lori Lightfoot's latest vaccine mandate in Chicago, which makes patrons of bars, restaurants and other places of gathering prove they're vaccinated before entry.
Crowds rush to get tested as latest COVID surge hits US
Dr. John Segreti of Rush University Medical Center talks with us about the latest surge of COVID-19.
Dr. John Segreti of Rush University Medical Center talks with us about the latest surge of COVID-19.
Chicago businessman donates $50K to first responders who lost pay for not reporting vaccine status
On top of donating $50,000 to first responders, Dr. Willie Wilson also pulled out an extra $21,000 to give to those who showed up to the news conference Wednesday morning.
On top of donating $50,000 to first responders, Dr. Willie Wilson also pulled out an extra $21,000 to give to those who showed up to the news conference Wednesday morning.
Lemont High School cancels classes due to COVID-19 outbreak on campus
Lemont High School closed on Wednesday because a number of people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the building.
Lemont High School closed on Wednesday because a number of people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the building.
Chicago Bulls game scheduled for Wednesday against Toronto postponed due to COVID
The Toronto Raptors do not have the league-required eight available players needed to move forward with the scheduled game.
The Toronto Raptors do not have the league-required eight available players needed to move forward with the scheduled game.
Lightfoot mandates proof of vaccination to enter Chicago bars, restaurants and other venues
“If you wish to live life as normally as possible, with the ease to do the things that you love, you must be vaccinated in the city of Chicago starting Jan. 3,” said Lightfoot. “This health order might pose an inconvenience to the unvaccinated, and the fact is, it's inconvenient by design.”
“If you wish to live life as normally as possible, with the ease to do the things that you love, you must be vaccinated in the city of Chicago starting Jan. 3,” said Lightfoot. “This health order might pose an inconvenience to the unvaccinated, and the fact is, it's inconvenient by design.”
Chicago theater performances canceled due to COVID-19 surge
Cases of COVID-19 are rising and shutting down theater performances in Chicago and across the country.
Cases of COVID-19 are rising and shutting down theater performances in Chicago and across the country.
Chicago restaurants react to new vaccine mandate
Some establishments have already been requiring people to be vaccinated in order to enter the business.
Some establishments have already been requiring people to be vaccinated in order to enter the business.
Shows, concerts canceled in Chicago over COVID outbreak
Cases of COVID-19 are rising and shutting down theater performances in Chicago and across the country.
Cases of COVID-19 are rising and shutting down theater performances in Chicago and across the country.
Long lines in Chicago to get tested for COVID-19
One testing spot in the Loop near Millennium Park reported a more than three hour wait.
One testing spot in the Loop near Millennium Park reported a more than three hour wait.
University of Illinois to start spring semester remotely amid surge in COVID cases
The University of Illinois Chicago and Northwestern University are joining a number of other colleges that will have students return to remote learning when they come back from holiday break.
The University of Illinois Chicago and Northwestern University are joining a number of other colleges that will have students return to remote learning when they come back from holiday break.
Omicron variant makes up 73 percent of new US COVID cases
The Omicron variant is spreading like wildfire across the United States.
The Omicron variant is spreading like wildfire across the United States.