Measles outbreak spreading quickly across U.S., parents growing concerned
Anxiety is growing among parents across the country as the measles outbreak intensifies. Texas remains the epicenter but it's now moving quickly into other areas.
Chicago doctor weighs in on Illinois' first confirmed measles case
Illinois health officials on Wednesday confirmed the state's first measles case of 2025. Now, a Chicago doctor is sharing his thoughts on the situation.
Measles outbreak showing no signs of slowing down
The measles outbreak in western Texas is worsening and health experts warn the number of cases may be far from its peak.
Indiana measles cases: Five more people diagnosed
Five new measles cases have been confirmed in Indiana. Here’s what we know.
Indiana reports first measles case of 2025
Indiana health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of measles this year in an unvaccinated child in Allen County.
Indiana reports first measles case of 2025
Indiana health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of measles this year in an unvaccinated child.
RFK Jr. puts support behind MMR vaccine amid outbreak
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. After the funeral, Kennedy threw his support behind the MMR vaccine.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Second child death reported
A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock.
Measles surge continues: CDC reports over 160 infections across the U.S.
In today's Health Watch, the CDC reports more than 160 measles infections across the U.S. this year, mostly among young children. Florida health officials confirmed a new case in a high school student this week. Experts warn that unvaccinated children may need to stay home for up to 21 days if exposed, as measles is highly contagious.
How Chicago has managed the migrant influx: A deep dive before Johnson’s congressional hearing
Ahead of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's testimony in Washington, D.C., here’s a detailed look at migrant arrivals and key developments in the city and suburbs since 2022.
Texas child becomes first to die of measles in U.S. since 2015
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.
Measles cases surge to triple last year's — with 5 months to go
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Measles case count reaches 63 in Chicago, but pace of new cases is subsiding
Another measles case was detected in Chicago this week, bringing the city’s outbreak total to 63 – far beyond the yearly average.
Shoppers who visited Evergreen Park Sam's Club may have been exposed to individual with measles: CCDPH
Shoppers who visited the Sam's Club in Evergreen Park recently may have been exposed to an individual who was contagious with measles.
Measles cases decline in Illinois, but surge seen across multiple states
While Illinois is reporting measles cases are on the decline, it's not the same story across the country. More than a dozen other states are dealing with infections.
Health officials prepare to welcome potentially 2K migrants per week this summer amid measles outbreak
Measles cases have been reported nationwide and beyond, but Chicago brought some positive news after the initial outbreak less than a month ago.
Health officials prepare to welcome potentially 2K migrants per week this summer
Measles cases have been reported nationwide and beyond, but Chicago brought some positive news after the initial outbreak less than a month ago.
Health officials provide update on Chicago measles outbreak
Health officials gathered together Tuesday to discuss the ongoing measles outbreak in the state of Illinois and city of Chicago.
DuPage County reports first case of measles since 2009
A case of measles was confirmed in DuPage County Saturday following outbreaks in Chicago and nearby suburbs.
Chicago measles cases decline following vaccination efforts
The City of Chicago is seeing a significant decline in measles cases after implementing a vaccination campaign targeting individuals lacking protection.