Will County Sheriff's K-9 helps find man with dementia | ChicagoLIVE
Will County Sheriff's K-9 Lizzy found a 71-year-old man with dementia after he went missing. Deputy Marty Stortz joins ChicagoLIVE to share how Lizzy led the search.
Will County Sheriff's K-9 Lizzy found a 71-year-old man with dementia after he went missing. Deputy Marty Stortz joins ChicagoLIVE to share how Lizzy led the search.
Extreme heat tips: How to cool off and sleep better amid hot temps
A look at the cooling centers and public buildings available across Chicago, along with simple tips to stay cool while sleeping and warning signs that could signal heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
A look at the cooling centers and public buildings available across Chicago, along with simple tips to stay cool while sleeping and warning signs that could signal heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
What's "nature's Ozempic" and does it really work? | ChicagoLIVE
A new social media trend claims that taking a scoop of gelatin mixed with water can curb appetite and lead to weight loss. Dietitian Maggie Michalczyk joins ChicagoLIVE to break down whether it works.
A new social media trend claims that taking a scoop of gelatin mixed with water can curb appetite and lead to weight loss. Dietitian Maggie Michalczyk joins ChicagoLIVE to break down whether it works.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Military flu shots mandatory again after 300 people get sick at boot camp: report
The Pentagon is once again making flu shots mandatory for military recruits, just two months after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said they’d be optional.
The Pentagon is once again making flu shots mandatory for military recruits, just two months after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said they’d be optional.
Nearly 1 million bottles of heart and kidney medication recalled over foreign substance
Nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney medication have been recalled nationwide over the possibility of a "foreign substance," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney medication have been recalled nationwide over the possibility of a "foreign substance," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Pasta salad recalled because it may actually be chicken salad
Thousands of pounds of what was labeled pasta salad were recalled over fears that what was sold was actually chicken salad. Any of the containers that turned out to be chicken salad would have two undeclared allergens, namely egg and milk, in them.
Thousands of pounds of what was labeled pasta salad were recalled over fears that what was sold was actually chicken salad. Any of the containers that turned out to be chicken salad would have two undeclared allergens, namely egg and milk, in them.
New blood test detects aggressive prostate cancer more accurately than PSA, study finds
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
These leafy greens could help protect your lungs, study suggests
Scientists have linked eating leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli to better lung health.
Scientists have linked eating leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli to better lung health.
West Nile Virus found in Chicago area. What you should do | ChicagoLIVE
With West Nile Virus detected in multiple places in the Chicago area this year, we talk to the UIC College of Medicine about what you should know.
With West Nile Virus detected in multiple places in the Chicago area this year, we talk to the UIC College of Medicine about what you should know.
Most people taking statins face very low risk of serious muscle disorders, study finds
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Advil, Tylenol or Aleve? Here's how to choose the right pain reliever
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act signed in Illinois
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
Chicago author takes on 100 bull runs for Hemingway, men’s mental health
Author and bull-runner Bill Hillmann is set to complete 100 bull runs in honor of Ernest Hemingway and to support men’s mental health.
Author and bull-runner Bill Hillmann is set to complete 100 bull runs in honor of Ernest Hemingway and to support men’s mental health.
Measles exposure reported at O’Hare: What travelers should know
After a person with measles passed through O’Hare International Airport, emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicholas Cozzi explains how the virus spreads, when symptoms may appear, what travelers should watch for and what to do if vaccination records are unavailable.
After a person with measles passed through O’Hare International Airport, emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicholas Cozzi explains how the virus spreads, when symptoms may appear, what travelers should watch for and what to do if vaccination records are unavailable.
Chicago O'Hare Airport measles exposure: What travelers need to know
An international traveler diagnosed with measles may have exposed others at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, according to city health officials.
An international traveler diagnosed with measles may have exposed others at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, according to city health officials.
New study links working from home to isolation and mental distress | ChicagoLIVE
Many people enjoy working from home, but a new study links it to increased isolation and mental distress. Emma Harrington of University of Virginia breaks down the findings.
Many people enjoy working from home, but a new study links it to increased isolation and mental distress. Emma Harrington of University of Virginia breaks down the findings.
As Chicagoans embrace summer weather, experts urge caution around West Nile Virus
With summer comes an increased risk of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness. Dr. Rachel Rubin, senior medical officer at the Cook County Department of Public Health, breaks down what residents need to know about the virus.
With summer comes an increased risk of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness. Dr. Rachel Rubin, senior medical officer at the Cook County Department of Public Health, breaks down what residents need to know about the virus.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
Big changes coming to Medicaid program including work requirements
Dr. Katherine Hempstead, senior policy officer for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down upcoming changes that will be coming to MEdicaid.
Dr. Katherine Hempstead, senior policy officer for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down upcoming changes that will be coming to MEdicaid.