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U.S. measles cases so far this year now exceed all of 2023
Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
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Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
This marks the third case of the highly contagious disease in Chicago in just three days.
Thousands of schools are below a critical threshold to achieve herd immunity against measles, a CBS News investigation found.
The focus was on improving patient care and advancing research.
The vaccine works by making the immune system attack any tumor cells to keep them from growing. Results of the first trial were released this week. No one had any bad side effects and none of their cancer returned.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended all Americans age 6 months and older get the latest COVID-19 vaccine. They could be available as soon as Wednesday, but there are still questions. Does everyone really need a shot? And what will they cost?
The Food and Drug Administration signed off on Monday on updated COVID-19 vaccines. The new shots come as cases are surging across the country. As CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reported, people won't have to wait long to get those boosters out. It could be a matter of weeks.
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
The Chicago clinic will be at the Build, Inc. organization, located at 5100 West Harrison Street.
With Chicago and Cook County still in that low-risk category, the city's top doctor wants to stay there.
Both vaccines are offered at no cost and can be administered during the same visit
Anyone ages six months and up can get the COVID and flu vaccines.
The Chicago Department of Public Health wants to make sure everyone is healthy while we bundle up this winter.
The Chicago Department of Public Health is reminding Chicagoans to get their COVID and flu shots ahead of the holiday season.
Chicago's top doctor predicts the city will move back into the medium COVID-19 risk level in the coming weeks.
On Saturday, the city is hosting two clinics where you can get your COVID booster and flu shots.
As we approach winter, the Chicago Department of Public Health wants to make sure your family is up to date on vaccines.
The city of Chicago wants to make sure you're up to date on your COVID and flu vaccines.
The Chicago Department of Public Health is hosting two COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinics Saturday.
The reason behind the booster push: only 38% of people in Chicago are fully vaccinated and boosted.
The new shot protects you against the oldest and latest coronavirus strains and just like COVID vaccines in the past, this booster will be free.
Millions of these vaccines are in the process of getting shipped across the country.
But for immunocompromised and those age 50 and older, experts say don't wait for their second booster shot.
"Our MPV vaccine supply continues to increase, and we are pleased to be opening up larger clinics to serve even more Chicagoans, while still working to vaccinate those at highest risk to help stop the spread."
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
Former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson has been charged with first-degree murder in Massey's death.
Pelt died while battling a house fire in West Pullman in April 2023.
The shooting happened just before 9:30 p.m. in the 7100 block of South State Street in the Park Manor neighborhood.
Enjoy 40 food vendors, and a dozen food trucks, including Chicago's favorites like Lou Malnati's, Eli's Cheesecake and The Original Rainbow Cone.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The Chicago Teachers Union opposed the budget plan, warning of the impact of spending cuts imposed to eliminate a $500 million deficit.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
Under state law, all children living in a high-risk ZIP code must be tested for lead exposure at 12, 24, and 36 months of age.
The way things had been going, owner Alfio Sciacca was not sure Amici would make it a year. Now, everything has changed.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
He’s equal parts insider and fanboy. This weekend, musician, actor, writer and radio host Seth Rudetsky is showcasing two of Broadway’s best shows at the Studebaker Theater.
A shooting suspect was charged after a nearly seven-hour armed standoff following the shooting of a landscaping worker in Schaumburg on Wednesday night.
Authorities in central Illinois on Friday released an autopsy report that confirmed 36-year-old Sonya Massey died of a gunshot wound to the head, after she was shot by a sheriff's deputy in Springfield earlier this month.
The food festival will return to Grant Park's Buckingham Fountain from September 6 through September 8.
A 15-year-old girl was killed after she was hit by a stray bullet while inside a home in north suburban Round Lake Beach Wednesday night. A person of interest, who has not been identified, was taken into custody, police confirmed Friday morning. Police said a firearm was recovered during a search warrant.
Pelt died while battling a house fire in West Pullman in April 2023.
Former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson has been charged with first-degree murder in Massey's death.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
The shooting happened just before 9:30 p.m. in the 7100 block of South State Street in the Park Manor neighborhood.
Enjoy 40 food vendors, and a dozen food trucks, including Chicago's favorites like Lou Malnati's, Eli's Cheesecake and The Original Rainbow Cone.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
The team is allowing Owens to skip part of Training Camp and their first preseason game so he can go to Paris to cheer on his wife.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Max Scherzer had a season-high nine strikeouts to take over 10th place on MLB's career list with the most among active pitchers.
The Chicago Sky currently share a practice facility with the public at Sachs Recreation Center in Deerfield.
This is what you need to know about when the 2024 Paris Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
Former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson has been charged with first-degree murder in Massey's death.
Pelt died while battling a house fire in West Pullman in April 2023.
The victim lost control of his car and hit the 19-year-old pedestrian.
Edwin Ortiz wants to become the 45th person to have his conviction, tied to Guevara, to be overturned in court.
Four businesses were hit in one night.