Study illustrates how COVID-19 can spread among vaccinated, CDC says
A new CDC study shows how the novel coronavirus can still spread among the vaccinated, but the unvaccinated still make up a large portion of hospitalizations.
A new CDC study shows how the novel coronavirus can still spread among the vaccinated, but the unvaccinated still make up a large portion of hospitalizations.
Bride-to-be spent planned wedding day on ventilator before dying of COVID-19
Samantha Wendell, 29, had scheduled an appointment to get a COVID-19 vaccine despite hesitancy due to misinformation, but she got sick before she and her fiancé made it to get their shots. Wendell spent their planned wedding day on a ventilator and died shortly after.
Samantha Wendell, 29, had scheduled an appointment to get a COVID-19 vaccine despite hesitancy due to misinformation, but she got sick before she and her fiancé made it to get their shots. Wendell spent their planned wedding day on a ventilator and died shortly after.
48 states, 3 territories remain on Chicago's COVID-19 travel advisory
One state and one territory were removed from Chicago's Travel Advisory on Tuesday while another state and territory took their places on this list.
One state and one territory were removed from Chicago's Travel Advisory on Tuesday while another state and territory took their places on this list.
'Avoid co-infection with COVID-19 and flu': Health officials urge residents to get flu shot this year
"...we could see a more severe flu season along with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now is the time to get your flu shot,” said Dr. Ngozi Ezike of the Illinois Department of Public Health.
"...we could see a more severe flu season along with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now is the time to get your flu shot,” said Dr. Ngozi Ezike of the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Chicago's Travel Advisory stays at 48 states and 3 territories; 4 locations swap spots
One state and one territory were removed from Chicago's travel advisory on Tuesday while another state and territory took their places on this list.
One state and one territory were removed from Chicago's travel advisory on Tuesday while another state and territory took their places on this list.
CPS reports nearly 500 cases of COVID-19 in first 3 weeks of school
Chicago Public Schools officials have recorded 481 confirmed cases of the coronavirus since the start of the school year.
Chicago Public Schools officials have recorded 481 confirmed cases of the coronavirus since the start of the school year.
Chicago hands out 10 citations after investigating whether businesses are making people wear masks
Bars in Wrigleyville and Uptown were cited for not making patrons wear masks.
Bars in Wrigleyville and Uptown were cited for not making patrons wear masks.
US to allow more vaccinated travelers back into the country
FOX 32 goes 1-on-1 with DePaul University Professor Joe Schwieterman.
FOX 32 goes 1-on-1 with DePaul University Professor Joe Schwieterman.
COVID-19 has killed as many Americans as 1918 Spanish flu
COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.
COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.
'Pandemic is not over': Toni Preckwinkle says Cook County 'experiencing a resurgence' of COVID cases
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says the county is averaging 385 new COVID-19 cases per week, more than 100 additional cases than the same time last year.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says the county is averaging 385 new COVID-19 cases per week, more than 100 additional cases than the same time last year.
'Pandemic is not over': Toni Preckwinkle says Cook County 'experiencing a resurgence' of COVID cases
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says the county is averaging 385 new COVID-19 cases per week, more than 100 additional cases than the same time last year.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says the county is averaging 385 new COVID-19 cases per week, more than 100 additional cases than the same time last year.
FOX News poll: Majorities favor mask and vaccine mandates as pandemic worries increase
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
Chris Rock says he has COVID-19: 'Trust me, you don't want this'
Chris Rock on Sunday said he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and sent a message to anyone still on the fence: “Get vaccinated.”
Chris Rock on Sunday said he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and sent a message to anyone still on the fence: “Get vaccinated.”
Suburban schools turn sports fields into homecoming dance floors for COVID safety
Sports spots are transforming into dance floors as suburban schools plan to hold homecomings anywhere from tennis courts to football fields.
Sports spots are transforming into dance floors as suburban schools plan to hold homecomings anywhere from tennis courts to football fields.
Schools holding homecoming on football fields, tennis courts
The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed many to think creatively and that's certainly the case at Richards High School in Oak Lawn.
The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed many to think creatively and that's certainly the case at Richards High School in Oak Lawn.
CDC: Health care-associated infections up amid COVID-19 pandemic
Last week, the CDC published data from more than 3,000 hospitals showing that infections people contracted while in hospitals went up in 2020, after going down for several years in a row.
Last week, the CDC published data from more than 3,000 hospitals showing that infections people contracted while in hospitals went up in 2020, after going down for several years in a row.
FDA panel votes against plan to open booster shots to all
The FDA is recommending booster shots for those over 65, but votes 'no' to younger Americans.
The FDA is recommending booster shots for those over 65, but votes 'no' to younger Americans.
Illinois reports 25,956 coronavirus cases, 285 deaths in the past week
Public health officials on Friday announced 25,956 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 285 additional deaths have been recorded in the past week.
Public health officials on Friday announced 25,956 new cases of the coronavirus in Illinois and 285 additional deaths have been recorded in the past week.
Joliet West homecoming football game canceled due to COVID-19
Joliet West High School's homecoming football game has been cancelled after some players tested positive for COVID-19 and the others were directed to quarantine.
Joliet West High School's homecoming football game has been cancelled after some players tested positive for COVID-19 and the others were directed to quarantine.
Chicago's top doctor remains confident schools are not major sources of COVID-19 spread
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady addresses COVID-19 exposure in Chicago schools and the latest in the city's fight against the virus.
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady addresses COVID-19 exposure in Chicago schools and the latest in the city's fight against the virus.