US economy adds 528K new jobs in July
Economists were only expecting about half the new jobs that were added in July.
Chicago health officials push for more people to get vaccinated for COVID ahead of school year
The Chicago Department of Public Health is looking to get more people vaccinated against COVID-19 ahead of the upcoming school year.
Illinois reports 30,762 new COVID cases, 59 deaths in past week
Illinois public health officials reported 30,762 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 59 deaths since last Friday.
Inflation digging Americans into deeper debt
Rising inflation is causing more Americans to dig themselves into a financial hole, giving them a financial headache. Household debt now tops $16 trillion in the second quarter, according to a report.
Biden tests positive in 'rebound' COVID case for 2nd day in a row
He's tested positive for COVID-19 for the second straight day, in what appears to be a rare case of “rebound” following treatment with an anti-viral drug.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 again in 'rebound' case, doctor says
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
Illinois reports 35,370 new COVID cases, 48 deaths in past week
Illinois public health officials reported 35,371 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 48 deaths since last Friday.
US economy shrank last quarter, 2nd straight drop - expert weighs in
For the last six months, the U.S. economy has been contracting. That's what we learned Thursday with the newest quarterly GDP report.
Sen. Dick Durbin tests positive for COVID-19
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois announced he tested positive for COVID-19 Thursday morning.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19: ‘Back to the Oval’
Biden spoke publicly Wednesday to a round of applause, telling Americans that “COVID isn't gone” but that serious illness can be avoided with vaccines, booster shoots and treatments.
What kind of economic impact will Lollapalooza have on Chicago?
Michael Jacobson, president and CEO of the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, weighs in on how much money Lollapalooza will bring to Chicago's economy this weekend.
PPP pandemic loan fraud: 16 CHA workers fired
Sixteen Chicago Housing Authority employees have been fired for alleged fraud. A 17th person has resigned.
Chicago researchers contributing crucial research into COVID-19 prevention pill
Dr. James Moy from Rush University Medical Center talks about their clinical trial studying the potential of an oral antiviral pill aimed at preventing COVID-19 infections.
How will Lollapalooza impact Chicago's rising COVID-19 cases?
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady talks about Chicago's rising coronavirus cases and how Lollapalooza could affect the proliferation of the virus.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker returning to in-person work after Paxlovid, negative COVID test
“I am feeling better and have tested negative for COVID-19,” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said in a tweet. “Looking forward to getting back to work in person this week.”
Biden likely has highly contagious BA.5 strain of COVID-19, doctor says
The BA.5 COVID-19 strain is an offshoot of the omicron strain and is spreading rapidly right now through the United States.
'High' level of Covid-19 spread reported in Chicago's collar counties
According to the CDC, 58 Illinois counties are now rated at "High" for community level of transmission for COVID-19.
'High' Covid-19 transmission in Chicago's collar counties
According to the CDC, 58 Illinois counties are now rated at "High" for community level of transmission for COVID-19.
58 Illinois counties rated at 'high COVID risk'
COVID cases have declined in the past week in Illinois, but 58 counties are still rated at 'high COVID risk.'
Illinois reports 32,268 new COVID cases, 52 deaths in past week
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 32,268 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, including 52 deaths since last Friday.