Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer weeks after departing as Trump's attorney general: report
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Millions of certain Omnipod insulin pods recalled over leaking defect
Insulet Corporation has issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 7 million Omnipod insulin pods due to a manufacturing defect that can cause a small tear in the device's tubing.
Insulet Corporation has issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 7 million Omnipod insulin pods due to a manufacturing defect that can cause a small tear in the device's tubing.
New report on microplastics in Illinois waterways | The Chicago Report
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Oak Park leaders demand answers after West Suburban Medical Center closure
Community members, doctors, and faith leaders are sounding the alarm after West Suburban Medical Center abruptly shut down, warning the loss of the hospital could leave vulnerable families without critical access to healthcare.
Community members, doctors, and faith leaders are sounding the alarm after West Suburban Medical Center abruptly shut down, warning the loss of the hospital could leave vulnerable families without critical access to healthcare.
Trump says he 'checked out perfectly' after Walter Reed visit
PresidentTrump spent three hours at the medical center for preventive medical and dental checkups, later posting to social media that “Everything checked out PERFECTLY."
PresidentTrump spent three hours at the medical center for preventive medical and dental checkups, later posting to social media that “Everything checked out PERFECTLY."
One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
CDC expands Ebola screening as Congo outbreak grows
The CDC is increasing Ebola screening at more U.S. airports as cases rise in Congo, while a former Army doctor says cuts to USAID programs weakened efforts designed to help stop outbreaks before they spread.
The CDC is increasing Ebola screening at more U.S. airports as cases rise in Congo, while a former Army doctor says cuts to USAID programs weakened efforts designed to help stop outbreaks before they spread.
Mental health experts highlight emotional toll of Memorial Day on military families
Psychologists say Memorial Day can trigger grief, PTSD and other mental health struggles for veterans and military families, underscoring the need for stronger support systems and awareness.
Psychologists say Memorial Day can trigger grief, PTSD and other mental health struggles for veterans and military families, underscoring the need for stronger support systems and awareness.
Diet change tied to ‘younger’ biological age in older adults after 4 weeks
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
20+ boba, coffee, and tea mixes recalled over dry milk Salmonella risk
The list of products affected by a previous dry milk recall grew even longer this week as the Food and Drug Administration identified more than 20 new products that needed to be pulled from shelves.
The list of products affected by a previous dry milk recall grew even longer this week as the Food and Drug Administration identified more than 20 new products that needed to be pulled from shelves.
Chicago's top doctor resigns, mayor's office says
Chicago's commissioner of public health, Dr. Olusimbo (Simbo) Ige has resigned her post, the mayor's office confirmed on Saturday.
Chicago's commissioner of public health, Dr. Olusimbo (Simbo) Ige has resigned her post, the mayor's office confirmed on Saturday.
The 'age' of your blood could predict dementia risk, new study suggests
A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.
A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.
What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Summer's arrival means warnings for ticks and Lyme disease | ChicagoLIVE
It's getting warmer outside, which means you will need to know how to prevent tick-borne Lyme disease for you and your pets. Dr. Ryan Knodle of UI Health joined the show to break it down.
It's getting warmer outside, which means you will need to know how to prevent tick-borne Lyme disease for you and your pets. Dr. Ryan Knodle of UI Health joined the show to break it down.
Microplastics found in 30 Illinois water sites: report | ChicagoLIVE
A new report was released about how microplastics have been found in several water sites around Illinois. We hear from Environment Illinois Center on what you should know.
A new report was released about how microplastics have been found in several water sites around Illinois. We hear from Environment Illinois Center on what you should know.
Green hearts appear across Chicago for Arthritis Awareness Month
Green hearts have been appearing in cities across the nation every Friday in May — including here in Chicago. It's part of a nationwide effort launched by the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness about the debilitating disease.
Green hearts have been appearing in cities across the nation every Friday in May — including here in Chicago. It's part of a nationwide effort launched by the Arthritis Foundation to raise awareness about the debilitating disease.
Northwest Indiana newborn faced with three surgeries in two months
After spending 74 days in the hospital and undergoing multiple surgeries for a rare heart condition, baby Theo Garcia is finally home with his family as the community rallies to support his ongoing recovery.
After spending 74 days in the hospital and undergoing multiple surgeries for a rare heart condition, baby Theo Garcia is finally home with his family as the community rallies to support his ongoing recovery.
Green hearts throughout Chicago for Arthritis Awareness Month
Green hearts have been showing up every Friday this month in cities across the nation, including here in Chicago. They're part of a bigger effort through the arthritis foundation to raise awareness about the disease. Kasey Chronis is live downtown with how one artist from our area is bringing it to life.
Green hearts have been showing up every Friday this month in cities across the nation, including here in Chicago. They're part of a bigger effort through the arthritis foundation to raise awareness about the disease. Kasey Chronis is live downtown with how one artist from our area is bringing it to life.
Indiana newborn faces three surgeries in two months
After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over.
After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over.
Finding the sleep 'sweet spot' could help you live longer, study suggests
A new study reveals that people who sleep too little or too long show signs of accelerated biological aging and higher disease risk.
A new study reveals that people who sleep too little or too long show signs of accelerated biological aging and higher disease risk.



















