COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Federal Reserve meets amid call for interest rate cuts
The Federal Reserve began two days of meetings Tuesday with interest rates on the docket. They will announce their decision Wednesday afternoon.
COVID-19 and flu vaccines: What you need to know
Nearly half of Americans are planning to get their flu shot or COVID-19 booster at their local pharmacy this fall. Sume Chakkalakel is the pharmacist at the CVS on Michigan Avenue, and she joined Good Day Chicago to talk more about it.
US gets biggest summer wave of COVID-19 since 2022
Millions of people across the country are suffering from long COVID and chances of developing chronic illness increases with each infection. This summer, the US saw the largest summer surge in two years.
Report: More than 2,000 drug manufacturing plants haven't been inspected by FDA in 5 years
More than 2,000 drug manufacturing plants haven't been inspected in at least 5 years, a new report says.
Trump, Harris outline different approaches to U.S. economy
As former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris prepare for next week's debate, both are laying out more details on their economic plans for the country.
Former suburban COO learns sentence after embezzling more than $1.85M in company funds
A former suburban Chief Operating Officer of a company that sold COVID-19 testing kits was sentenced this week to six years and five months in federal prison for embezzling more than $1.85 million in company funds.
Presidential candidates to discuss policy plans
Vice President Kamala Harris will campaign in New Hampshire Wednesday where she is expected to talk about her plans for the economy. Former President Donald Trump will visit swing state, Pennsylvania again.
Morning power hour: Tips for job seekers
In July alone, an estimated 3 million people lost their jobs. Recruiting expert Mary Olson-Menzel shares some tips for job seekers.
Mark Zuckerberg letter: White House pressured Facebook over some COVID content during pandemic
CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a letter that Meta made some choices that, “with the benefit of hindsight and new information," the tech giant would not make again. Here's how the White House responded.
CDC issues fall virus outlook
Here's the latest on Covid-19.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines: Here’s what to know
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are on their way, the FDA announced Thursday.
Americans are anxious about money during election: study
A new study shows 78% of Americans are anxious about their finances amid the 2024 election, with 40% of investors planning to move or pull money out of the stock market due to election anxiety.
VP Harris unveils economic plan
Kamala Harris unveiled numerous proposals she hopes will lower the cost of living for American families.
Fact-checking Tim Walz's COVID-19 lockdown protocols
No, the National Guard didn’t enforce Minnesota's COVID-19 curfew with paintball guns, despite what a recent viral video claims.
Wedding costs soar as inflation rises
A new survey by Zola, a wedding planning website, showed the average ceremony in the U.S. costs more than $30,000 due to inflation.
U.S. faces COVID-19 surge ahead of schools reopening
Several states across the country have experienced a rise in COVID-19 cases over the summer before children head back to school.
All eyes on Wall Street after tough stock market dip
Investors will be keeping a close eye on the stock market this morning after some big drops in recent days. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 have lost a combined 1,600 points in the last two days of trading.
Large gatherings in Chicago prompt fears of summer COVID surge
There has been a summer surge of COVID cases and there could be even more cases after some big events here in Chicago.
Unemployment rate increases in July, raises fears of recession
The Federal Reserve July jobs report showed an increase in the country's unemployment rate which raised concerns about the future of the economy.