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Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
CBS News’ Dr. Mallika Marshall introduces us to a new clinic designed to treat patients as a whole – not just a number on a scale.
The 14,000-square-foot building will significantly expand VNA services to the community.
A new health care center has opened in Joliet and is expected to help thousands of patients over the next few years.
Dan Spees, who works for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, said he wasn't sure he'd ever play again.
If you have been through a serious medical treatment, you know how physically, mentally, and emotionally draining it can be.
It will be wheelchair accessible and has multiple clinic rooms and bathrooms.
The deal includes an increase to minimum wage rates for all titles and pay increases for all Loretto workers.
Their union, SEIU Healthcare Illinois, is calling for Loretto Hospital to pay a living wage.
They're also giving away everything families need to keep their teeth healthy.
The two pieces of legislation are aimed at making healthcare more affordable in Illinois.
Many studies show that older Americans tend to have multiple, often chronic health issues. Ironically, they tend to need more specialized care at a time in their lives when it can be harder to get, but a group of clinics founded by a doctor who survived cancer is offering an affordable and easy option. At JenCare Senior Medical Center in the Ashburn neighborhood on the city's South Side, the aim is for doctors and patients to really know each other.
Nicholas Rizo's parents have been looking for in-home nursing help, but the lack of coverage from Medicaid is also a concern.
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
Their patients are migrants who've been living in the lobbies of Chicago police stations and haven't seen a doctor since crossing the border.
She's training to become a doctor, but is now cutting class to form a mobile medical unit to help migrants arriving in Chicago. CBS 2's Noel Brennan hit the streets with the team to see how they're caring for the community.
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
Police are now investigating a severe staffing shortage after several residents with dementia were left to fend for themselves. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman spoke with concerned family members.
People who use Medicaid have had continuous coverage since the start of the pandemic, but Congress has ended the pause on annual renewals.
The court maintained access to mifepristone for the time being but is only letting it be dispensed after a doctor's office visit, not by mail, and up to seven weeks into a pregnancy, not 10.
It's a volunteer group focused on outreach and initiatives for important issues facing the community - like healthcare, social services, and local businesses.
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Friends and family were there when these medical students found out where they're headed for residency after graduation in May.
The families fear a move to Elgin will make it more difficult to see and care for their medically fragile children.
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"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
Police arrested 30-year-old Keyruni Buford on Wednesday, in the 2400 block of East 79th Street.
Temperatures will flirt with 80 degrees inland.
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Service on the Purple Line from the Loop through Evanston and into Wilmette has been suspended altogether.
She'Nyah O'Flynn was returning home after celebrating a cousin's graduation, and was holding her baby cousin when the shots rang out.
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The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
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Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) is calling out the city's Department of Transportation to work more efficiently.
Patricia Martin admitted to misconduct after being accused of using nearly $250,000 of her uncle's funds for her own personal purposes.
City officials have said the priority for the base camps would be to relocate migrants who have been sleeping on the floors of police stations.
Bola Tinubu's political rival, Atiku Abubakar, claims that documents showing that Tinubu graduated from Chicago State in 1979 are not authentic, and that is grounds to nullify Tinubu's election victory earlier this year.
The ordinance would gradually increase the minimum wage for tipped workers to match the full minimum wage by July 1, 2028.
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her spa's Facebook page.
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
There have been six human cases reported in DuPage County in 2023.
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
Seiya Suzuki and Jared Young each hit two-run homers, Jameson Taillon pitched six scoreless innings and the struggling Chicago Cubs improved their playoff chances with a 6-0 win over the Colorado Rockies Friday.
The Bears are not a dumpster fire, but fans understandably are trying to locate the nearest exit just two games into the season.
The Cubs are now tied with the Miami Marlins for the final National League wild card spot.
Poles also reaffirmed his confidence in Matt Eberflus as the coach of the Bears and said he's done a great job, and he has faith in him as a defensive playcaller.
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
The LGBTQ+ International Film Festival begins at the Music Box Theatre, with the Chicago premiere of Andy Vallentine's "The Mattachine Family."
Renowned organist Douglas Cleveland performed the exact program that historically acclaimed organist Clarence Eddy performed 130 years ago.
"I have listened to everyone, and I am making the decision to pause the show's premiere until the strike is over," Barrymore wrote on Instagram.
Six teams of lifelong friends join host Josh Duhamel at a stunning lake house where they compete in absurd physical and mental challenges.
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Friday, Sept. 22, 2023.
She’Nyah O’Flynn was shot and killed by a stray bullet around 11:20 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2018, as she exited a car on the West Side.
The robberies happened on the same block in Humboldt Park.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois) stopped by a Stellantis parts distribution center in Naperville to offer her backing of the strike. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Across 20 states from coast to coast, approximately 5,600 more autoworkers walked off the job at 38 parts distribution centers belonging to GM and Chrysler parent Stellantis on Friday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
Police said a robber in a hooded sweatshirt and ski mask pointed a gun at the postal workers and stole their mail.
She'Nyah O'Flynn was returning home after celebrating a cousin's graduation, and was holding her baby cousin when the shots rang out.
Nathaniel Huey Jr. also had a lengthy criminal past, and was denied a FOID card by state police.
Prosecutors said the victim, Sierra Jamison, had known the accused man for 10 years and started a romantic relationship with him.
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.