US hospitals brace for next possible COVID-19 surge

The United States has reached its latest heartbreaking pandemic milestone, eclipsing 700,000 deaths from COVID-19 just as the surge from the delta variant is starting to slow down and give overwhelmed hospitals some relief.

Casa Grande little boy battles serious sinus cavity infection after COVID-19 diagnosis

A Casa Grande mother is detailing how COVID-19 led to serious and unexpected health issues for her little boy named Emmett. "It was so bad. I couldn't even recognize him."

Chicago launches pandemic relief fund to aid artists, creatives

A new relief fund launched by Chicago officials could give a boost to hundreds of artists and entertainment industry workers in the city who have lost income during the pandemic.

Two Californians arrested in Hawaii for fake COVID test results

Hawaii authorities arrested two people from California for submitting fake COVID-19 test results to avoid a mandatory traveler quarantine meant to curb the virus’ spread in the islands.

Lightfoot says 'they will be vaccinated' as Chicago police union fights mandate

"As of now, the City has not issued a formal mandate. Only draft proposals have been presented by each side," said FOP President John Catanzara Jr. "As of today, any compliance with the self-reporting vaccination portal is strictly VOLUNTARY."

California 1st state in nation to announce vaccine requirements for students

After mounting pressure from the community and school boards, California on Friday became the first in the nation to require students be vaccinated for in-person learning.

Illinois reports 18,735 new COVID-19 cases, 236 deaths in the past week

IDPH reported 180,411 COVID-19 tests on Thursday, which is the highest one-day total of COVID-19 tests since the beginning of the pandemic. 

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh tests positive for COVID-19

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh has tested positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms and has been fully vaccinated since January.

Suburban high school goes remote following COVID-19 outbreak

This outbreak comes amid what's been widely described as a chaotic, dysfunctional school year at Rich Township.

Aurora teacher posts anti-vaccine, anti-masking video
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An Aurora school district employee has gone rogue, sending a video to students promoting her views on the COVID-19 vaccine and anti-masking.