White House makes prediction heading into new year
The day after Christmas is traditionally one of the busiest shopping days of the year. But this year, economists expect it could be even busier.
Holiday spending and 2024 economic outlook
Millions of Americans are heading out to the stores and many are looking to exchange gifts or take advantage of the deals. Now, the White House is weighing in on what consumers can expect for the U.S. economy as we head into 2024.
Free career, job search advice to those who call a hotline
The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits rose slightly last week.
COVID-19 cases on the rise, CDC says
Just in time for holiday gatherings, COVID-19 is on the rise again. The CDC is warning all Americans to be on the look out for the latest and fastest growing variant, JN.1.
Illinois health officials push for masks in health care facilities amid rise in infections
RSV infections and COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise.
Illinois health officials recommend mask use amid surge in respiratory illnesses
You likely haven’t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.
Illinois health officials recommend mask use amid surge in respiratory illnesses
You likely haven’t worn one for quite a while. State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider bringing back mask recommendations.
Illinois officials urge masking in healthcare settings as respiratory viruses surge
State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.
Illinois officials urge masking in healthcare settings as respiratory viruses surge
State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.
Illinois health officials urging universal masking in healthcare settings amid uptick in respiratory illnesses
Illinois public health officials are urging all healthcare settings to prioritize mask usage amid a spike in respiratory illnesses.
Illinois public health: Masks coming back after uptick in COVID, respiratory illnesses
Illinois public health officials are urging all healthcare settings to prioritize mask usage amid a spike in respiratory illnesses.
Illinois experiencing 'surge' in respiratory viruses
Covid-19 and other respiratory viruses are on the rise across Illinois as the holiday season ramps up through the new year.
Illinois experiencing 'surge' in respiratory viruses: Covid, flu and RSV
Covid-19 and other respiratory viruses are on the rise across Illinois as the holiday season ramps up through the new year.
Preventing the tripledemic: Health officials warn of surge of COVID, RSV and Flu during holidays
Health officials are warning people reuniting with family this holiday season about the proliferance of illnesses spreading this winter.
'Tripledemic': Respiratory illnesses surge across US
Doctors say respiratory illnesses are surging around the country, particularly in young kids.
Chicago woman charged with unemployment, COVID-19 relief fraud: prosecutors
A Chicago woman was accused of small business loan and unemployment benefits fraud following a federal investigation.
Inflation on the decline for 21 straight months ahead of the holidays
The White House says this year's Thanksgiving dinner and holiday travel should cost you less. Grocery inflation is at its lowest level in over two years, but some people just aren't feeling the relief saying money is tight.
Health officials warn of 'Thanksgiving triple threat' as cases rise across the country
COVID, RSV and flu cases are all on the rise as travelers embark on cross-country trips for the holidays.
Illinois sees 17% surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations, Chicago averages one death per day
With a record number of travelers expected at Illinois airports this week, experts caution that a lack of caution could worsen the spread.
Illinois sees 17% surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations
With a record number of travelers expected at Illinois airports this week, experts caution that a lack of caution could worsen the spread.