Cannabis compounds prevent coronavirus from entering human cells: study
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According to a study from researchers at Oregon State University, cannabis compounds show the ability to prevent the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells. Dr. Richard van Breeman, who led the study, joined FOX 32 News to discuss it.

Supreme Court blocks COVID-19 vaccine mandate for US businesses

The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.

Fauci: Omicron may infect 'just about everybody' but vaccinated will still fare better

Dr. Anthony Fauci said the omicron variant will likely infect most Americans, but the risk of severe illness is “very, very low” among those vaccinated and boosted.

Chicago restaurants are struggling to stay afloat amid COVID-19 vaccination requirements

Chicago restaurants are struggling with staffing, the high costs of fuel and provisions, and now they are committing resources to implement the city’s vaccine mandate. 

Bears Fit fitness coordinator offers New Year's resolution tips
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Bears Fit fitness coordinator Coach Samantha Tregenza "Coach Sam" joins Good Day Chicago to dish out helpful tips for staying in shape in 2022.

COVID hospitalizations in Illinois hit high records
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced help for overwhelmed hospitals as Illinois sets a new record for hospitalizations.

US Army offering $50K bonuses to recruits amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.

How to find at-home COVID-19 tests: Websites track availability as demand surges

At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.

Biden administration to send schools additional 10M COVID-19 tests per month

The White House said it will send 5 million rapid COVID-19 tests and 5 million lab-based PCR tests to schools each month in an effort to keep them open.