COVID-19 in Illinois: Health officials say hospitalizations, deaths on the rise as holidays approach
Since ICU beds are in short supply and COVID-related deaths are increasing, officials are urging the public to ‘think twice’ when it comes to holiday get-togethers.
Since ICU beds are in short supply and COVID-related deaths are increasing, officials are urging the public to ‘think twice’ when it comes to holiday get-togethers.
Close to 100 people test positive for COVID after Taylor Swift-themed party
Fans who gathered at the "On Repeat: Taylor Swift Red Party" in celebration of the pop star's rerelease of "Red" are now being asked to isolate after "at least 97 cases" have been confirmed, officials in Australia said.
Fans who gathered at the "On Repeat: Taylor Swift Red Party" in celebration of the pop star's rerelease of "Red" are now being asked to isolate after "at least 97 cases" have been confirmed, officials in Australia said.
Illinois public health officials issue 'deadly Christmas' warning
Since ICU beds are in short supply and COVID-related deaths are increasing, officials are urging the public to ?think twice? when it comes to holiday get-togethers.
Since ICU beds are in short supply and COVID-related deaths are increasing, officials are urging the public to ?think twice? when it comes to holiday get-togethers.
Pfizer testing third COVID-19 vaccine dose for kids under 5
Pfizer is testing an extra dose of its COVID-19 vaccine for babies and preschoolers after preliminary research hinted the usual two doses wouldn't be enough.
Pfizer is testing an extra dose of its COVID-19 vaccine for babies and preschoolers after preliminary research hinted the usual two doses wouldn't be enough.
Illinois medical leaders warn of rise in COVID cases before holidays
With cases of COVID-19 on the rise, public health officials, on Friday, issued a stark warning about the holidays.
With cases of COVID-19 on the rise, public health officials, on Friday, issued a stark warning about the holidays.
Southwest CEO tests positive for COVID-19 after Senate testimony
Several major airline executives sat next to one another in the hearing, and did not wear masks during testimony
Several major airline executives sat next to one another in the hearing, and did not wear masks during testimony
O'Hare Airport offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits
O'Hare Airport is now offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits for travelers.
O'Hare Airport is now offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits for travelers.
O'Hare providing free at-home COVID tests
O'Hare Airport is now offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits for travelers.
O'Hare Airport is now offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits for travelers.
Local group plans event to urge young residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine
A group is trying to get young Chicagoans to get vaccinated as cases continue to rise right before the holidays.
A group is trying to get young Chicagoans to get vaccinated as cases continue to rise right before the holidays.
Expiration date for Illinois driver's licenses, ID cards extended until March 31, 2022
The expiration date for Illinois driver's licenses and ID cards has been extended until March 31, 2022.
The expiration date for Illinois driver's licenses and ID cards has been extended until March 31, 2022.
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.
The Cook County Department of Public Health announced its recommendation of increased mitigation efforts for businesses and individuals in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
One year anniversary of Chicago paramedic's death due to complications from COVID-19
Today marks one year since the COVID-19 death of Chicago first responder Robert Truevillian.
Today marks one year since the COVID-19 death of Chicago first responder Robert Truevillian.
CTU blasts school district's COVID plan after cases emerge at Greater Grand Crossing school
The Chicago Teachers Union blasted the school district's COVID-19 plan after new cases at a South Side elementary school.
The Chicago Teachers Union blasted the school district's COVID-19 plan after new cases at a South Side elementary school.
CTU blasts school district's COVID plan after outbreak at Greater Grand Crossing school
The Chicago Teachers Union levied criticism at the COVID plan for Chicago Public Schools due to their handling of recent outbreaks.
The Chicago Teachers Union levied criticism at the COVID plan for Chicago Public Schools due to their handling of recent outbreaks.
Chicago Fire Department honors fallen paramedic one year after his death due to COVID
A ceremonial anniversary bell-ringing was held Friday for Robert Truevillian, the third Chicago Fire Department member to die of COVID-19.
A ceremonial anniversary bell-ringing was held Friday for Robert Truevillian, the third Chicago Fire Department member to die of COVID-19.
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.
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.
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.
"If it was a Lori Lightfoot's daughter's school, it would have been closed and deep cleaned," said parent Danelda Archer.
Chicago schools dealing with increase in coronavirus cases
A school in the South Side Grand Crossing neighborhood has 68 percent of its students and staff in quarantine.
A school in the South Side Grand Crossing neighborhood has 68 percent of its students and staff in quarantine.
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.
An arbitrator has ruled that several unions representing Chicago firefighters and other city employees must follow Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s COVID-19 vaccination policy.