According to the Chicago Police Department, there were 16 shootings across the city between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
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Hundreds More Flights Canceled Because of Staff Shortages
Dec 26, 2021 | Associated Press
More than 700 flights entering, leaving or flying within the U.S. were called off, according to the flight-tracking website FlightAware. That figure was down from nearly 1,000 on Saturday. More than 50 flights were already canceled for Monday.
EXPLAINER: New Easy-to-Use COVID-19 Pills Come With a Catch
Dec 26, 2021 | Associated Press
U.S. regulators authorized Pfizer’s pill, Paxlovid, and Merck’s molnupiravir last week. In high-risk patients, both were shown to reduce the chances of hospitalization or death from COVID-19, although Pfizer’s was much more effective.
Desmond Tutu, South Africa’s Nobel Peace Winner, Dies at 90
Dec 26, 2021 | Associated Press
The buoyant, blunt-spoken clergyman used his pulpit as the first Black bishop of Johannesburg and later the Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town as well as frequent public demonstrations to galvanize public opinion against racial inequity, both at home and globally.
Federal Program Offers Cash to Cover COVID-19 Funeral Costs
Dec 26, 2021 | Associated Press
As of Dec. 6, about 226,000 people had shared in the nearly $1.5 billion that FEMA has spent on COVID-19 related funeral costs. With the nation’s coronavirus death toll topping 800,000, it’s clear that many families who are eligible for reimbursement have yet to take advantage of the funeral benefit.
Here’s What You Can and Can’t Recycle When It Comes to Holiday Waste
Dec 26, 2021 | Patty Wetli
Did you know wrapping paper isn’t recyclable in Chicago? Read on for more tips on how to deal with post-holiday waste.
No Money? No Problem. Here Are 4 Ways to Give Back Without Opening Your Wallet
Dec 25, 2021 | CNN
It’s the season of giving! Even if you are low on funds, you can still make an impact. Here are four ways you can spread goodwill during the holidays without spending a dime.
2021 in Books: ‘Everything Feels Magnified’
Dec 25, 2021 | Associated Press
Books and authors mattered in 2021, sometimes more than the industry wanted.
How Safe Is It to Attend Holiday Religious Services as the Omicron Variant Spreads? Experts Weigh in
Dec 25, 2021 | CNN
For many places of worship, it’s business as usual. But some churches, synagogues, mosques and other houses of worship have been offering virtual or outdoor services, and will be doing so for holiday events.
Holiday-Proof Your Fitness With These 10 Expert Tips
Dec 24, 2021 | CNN
With the right mindset, you can enjoy the season without sabotaging your well-being.
Is the COVID-19 Vaccine Safe for Children?
Dec 24, 2021 | Associated Press
More than 5 million children ages 5 to 11 have gotten a first dose since early November, and government safety monitoring has not uncovered any surprise problems.
1 in 5 Parents Admit Their Stress Level Ruins the Holidays for Their Children, According to a New Poll
Dec 24, 2021 | CNN
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful.
Reindeer Once Roamed Illinois. 10 Fun Facts About the Holidays’ Hoofed Heroes
Dec 24, 2021 | Patty Wetli
For an animal immortalized in literature, song and film, the reindeer has done a remarkable job of, pardon the pun, flying under the radar.
Bears, Officially Out of Playoff Contention, Prepare to Face Seahawks
Dec 23, 2021 | Nick Blumberg
Chicago fell to the Minnesota Vikings 17-9 on Monday Night Football, the team’s third straight loss.
US Sets Shorter COVID-19 Isolation Rules for Health Workers
Dec 23, 2021 | Associated Press
Worried that a new COVID-19 wave could overwhelm understaffed U.S. hospitals, federal officials on Thursday loosened rules that call on health care workers to stay out of work for 10 days if they test positive.
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Block Release of Jan. 6 Records
Dec 23, 2021 | Associated Press
Former President Donald Trump turned to the Supreme Court on Thursday in a last-ditch effort to keep documents away from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol led by his supporters.
NASA’ s James Webb Space Telescope Rolls Out for Christmas Launch
Dec 23, 2021 | CNN
The highly anticipated launch of the James Webb Space Telescope has been delayed multiple times.
Illinois Sets New Single-Day Record of COVID-19 Cases
Dec 23, 2021 | Kristen Thometz
On the eve of Christmas Eve, state health officials reported nearly 19,000 new and probable cases of COVID-19 in a 24-hour period, breaking the record for highest single-day case count set just Wednesday.
US Adds Merck Pill as 2nd Easy-to-Use Drug Against COVID-19
Dec 23, 2021 | Associated Press
The Food and Drug Administration announcement on Merck’s molnupiravir comes one day after the agency cleared a competing drug from Pfizer.
December 23, 2021 - Full Show
Dec 23, 2021 | WTTW News
The holidays can be tough to handle. Advice from mental health professionals. Previewing the Bears Seahawks matchup. And a Mexican Catholic tradition celebrated in Buena Park.
How to Deal With Grief, Stress During The Holidays
Dec 23, 2021 | Marissa Nelson
Holiday music, decorations and commercials say it’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of year. But not everyone experiences the holidays as merry and bright.
High Court to Hold Special Session on Vaccine Requirements
Dec 23, 2021 | Associated Press
The Supreme Court says it will hold a special session in just over two weeks to weigh challenges to two Biden administration policies covering vaccine requirements for millions of workers, policies that affect large employers and health care workers.
Suburban Cook County to Require Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
Dec 23, 2021 | Kristen Thometz
Citing rising COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths, suburban Cook County officials announced Thursday patrons age 5 and up entering restaurants, bars, gyms and movie theaters, among other venues, will need to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 starting Jan. 3.
How Long Should You Isolate If You’re Fully Vaccinated But Have COVID-19? There is Some Debate
Dec 23, 2021 | CNN
This debate comes as COVID-19 cases rise across the United States. As of Tuesday, the nation is averaging 139,764 new cases each day, according to data from Johns Hopkins University – up 16% from a week ago.
Spotlight Politics: Chicago Issues Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Amid Surge
Dec 22, 2021 | Alexandra Silets
A look at the political and economic ramifications of the COVID-19 surge. Our politics team and guest reporters weigh in on that and more.
Local Business Owners React to Proof of Vaccination Requirement
Dec 22, 2021 | Leslie Hurtado
While some business owners say requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination will limit spread of COVID-19, others worry about how it will impact their business – and how patrons will react.