Another COVID-19 variant on the rise this summer
A new variant of COVD-19 is on the rise this summer. Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains how to deal with the symptoms if you test positive.
CDC warns of summer COVID surge
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported that at least seven states are experiencing "very high" levels. In the last week, the testing positivity rate was up 11% from this time last year.
COVID summer wave spreads across US
Health care providers are working with the CDC to ensure this summer COVID surge doesn't get worse.
How to protect yourself during the summer surge of COVID-19
Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health talks about the recent rise in coronavirus cases and dishes out tips to help you stay safe and healthy this summer.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 with mild symptoms, will self isolate
President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as announced during the UnidosUS annual conference via the White House's YouTube channel.
Inflation slows in June
Inflation in the U.S. cooled in June for a third straight month.
NASCAR accused of killing Chicago business
It was the second yard for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race, which was expected to boost the local economy. But some business owners said they experienced just the opposite.
Federal Reserve inflation forecast
Some significant economic news from the federal reserve on Wednesday, noting some progress on inflation reduction. But despite that though, the fed is forecasting just one rate cut this year.
Chicago-area tax preparer convicted of Covid-relief fraud
A federal jury in Chicago on Monday convicted a tax preparer from Palos Heights of wire fraud related to Covid-19 relief funds.
May 2024 job report smashes estimates
Economists predicted the latest job numbers would be good, but last month's figures far exceeded expectations. Lydia Hu broke down what these surprising new numbers could mean for the economy.
Fauci grilled by House GOP over COVID-19 response, origins
During his testimony, Anthony Fauci and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene got into a heated exchange. Greene tried to discredit Fauci while grilling him on social distancing and masking guidelines during the pandemic.
Dr. Anthony Fauci faces grilling on Capitol Hill
Dr. Anthony Fauci testified on Capitol Hill Monday on the coronavirus pandemic, including masking and social distancing guidelines.
Biden to release 1M barrels of gas from reserve to lower prices
The Biden Administration plans to release 1M barrels of gas from reserves amid climbing gas prices. The action hoped to combat inflation, comes just in time before million take to the roads for Memorial Day Weekend.
New COVID variants spark concerns
Health experts are closely watching two new COVID variants ahead of summer.
Chicago police captain's life saved by double lung transplant
Back in 2020, Captain Arthur Gillespie found himself hospitalized for 12 days battling a severe case of COVID-19. However, what initially appeared to be a struggle against the virus turned out to be a blessing in disguise.
Chicago police captain's life saved by double lung transplant
In a medical miracle, one of Chicago's finest was saved by surgeons at Northwestern Medicine after a series of life-threatening health challenges.
New COVID FLiRT variants spread across U.S.: Here's what you need to know
A new group of COVID-19 variants is sweeping across the country right now. The new variants, nicknamed "FLiRT," are the new dominant strains in the United States, according to the CDC.
Thompson Center revamp: Google partners with original architects to preserve legacy
Google has maintained an office in Chicago, and the company is now investing $280 million in revitalizing the Thompson Center.
COVID-19 variants called FLiRT are spreading across US
The COVID-19 variants, nicknamed FLiRT, account for about one in four infections. Here's what to know.
Calls for an investigation into COVID origins
A U.S.-based organization is calling for the investigation.