Cook County recommends increased mitigation efforts in battle against COVID-19

The Cook County Department of Public Health announced its recommendation of increased mitigation efforts for businesses and individuals in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 

Illinois reports 59,312 coronavirus cases, 316 deaths in the past week

Public health officials on Friday announced 59,312 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 316 additional deaths have been recorded in the past week.

Study: Omicron variant is 'markedly resistant' to vaccine, booster shot

According to the study, existing antibody therapies like monoclonal antibody cocktails are largely ineffective against omicron, along with natural antibodies from previous infections.

68% of South Side Chicago school in quarantine due to COVID-19

"If it was a Lori Lightfoot's daughter's school, it would have been closed and deep cleaned," said parent Danelda Archer.

Chicago firefighters ordered to comply with Lightfoot's vaccine mandate

An arbitrator has ruled that several unions representing Chicago firefighters and other city employees must follow Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Chicago activists demand city take action against Omicron COVID-19 variant

Among the requests, the Chicago activists want the city to require proof of vaccination for all indoor activities, like dining and shopping.

Pfizer, Moderna vaccines recommended over J&J shot, CDC panel says

U.S. health advisers are recommending that most Americans get the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines instead of the Johnson & Johnson shot.