It’s been a month since new COVID-19 boosters arrived. About 10.5% of eligible Illinois residents have gotten them.Illinois residents have been slow to take advantage of the updated COVID boosters. October 13, 2022
COVID boosters for kids as young as 5 cleared by FDAThere’s one more step before parents can bring their kids in for the new shot: The CDC, which recommends how vaccines are used, must sign off. October 12, 2022
FDA clears updated COVID boosters for kids as young as 5The U.S. is seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave. October 12, 2022
If you misled others about your COVID status, getting vaccinated or prevention measures, you’re not alone. 4 in 10 Americans did so too, study suggests.Researchers noted that many of these misrepresentations “may have put others at risk of COVID-19.” October 10, 2022
As COVID-19 stabilizes, Chicago’s top doc warns of flu seasonHealth officials are recommending that people get the flu vaccine as they prepare for what they said could be the worst flu season in the last two years. October 04, 2022
‘Do I have to get a flu shot?’ Your flu questions answeredThe flu is poised for a comeback this year after two seasons in the shadows of the COVID-19 pandemic. October 04, 2022
Seniors urged to get extra-strength flu shot this fallDoctors have a message for vaccine-weary Americans: Don’t skip your flu shot this fall — and seniors, ask for a special extra-strength kind. October 03, 2022
Chicago and suburbs reach low risk level for COVID-19 as new cases, hospitalizations declineChicago is now averaging one COVID-19-related per day. September 23, 2022
Updated COVID-19 boosters roll out at Illinois pharmacies, city-run clinicsChicago leaders are urging residents now eligible for new, updated COVID-19 boosters to grab them to help prevent another surge of the illness. September 06, 2022
New COVID-19 boosters available in Chicago starting this week: What you need to knowThe new boosters target the coronavirus subvariants that currently most dominant. September 06, 2022
Watch live: Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Dr. Allison Arwady discuss COVID-19 vaccines in ChicagoMayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady will provide an update Tuesday regarding COVID-19 vaccines. September 06, 2022
CPS dropped mask mandate without good-faith bargaining with Chicago Teachers Union: judge"The damage of the mayor and CPS’ bad faith and illegal behavior cannot be undone,” CTU said of their "cold comfort" victory. August 29, 2022
Arwady tests positive for COVID-19; Chicago’s top doctor has been public face of pandemic fight locallySecretary of State Jesse White also tested positive for the COVID-19 virus on Aug. 24, 2022, according to a statement from his office. August 25, 2022
CPS students head back to class after a short summer as district aims for ‘recovery year’ The district faces many challenges, including continued COVID-19 cases, busing problems and large class sizes in some cases. August 22, 2022
After just 68 days of summer, Chicago Public Schools’ new year starts Monday. Here’s what you need to know.The new school year starts unusually early in CPS, which typically begins school the day after Labor Day. August 21, 2022
CPS outlines COVID-19 protocols for new school year, including expanding test-to-stay programVaccinated students won't have to isolate if they're exposed to COVID-19, but concerns remain about low shot rates among young kids in Chicago. August 09, 2022
NorthShore agrees to pay $10.3 million settlement in COVID-19 vaccine lawsuit over religious exemptionsAs part of the settlement, NorthShore is agreeing to re-hire workers who were fired for refusing to get vaccinated for religious reasons. August 01, 2022
How long should I isolate after I test positive for COVID? UChicago’s Dr. Landon gives us a timeline.The CDC says you need to quarantine for five days after getting COVID, but what if you continue to test positive after that? Do you have to continue isolating or are you OK to be in public again? July 31, 2022
White House, Moderna reach deal for omicron COVID-19 vaccineThe omicron strain has been dominant in the U.S. since December, with the BA.5 subvariant now causing a massive wave of infections across the country. July 29, 2022
CPS will ‘strongly recommend’ masks for the new school year but won’t mandate them; Chicago remains at high COVID-19 level CPS ditched its mask mandate in March amid dropping cases and legal pressure. July 27, 2022