Health agencies renaming monkeypox to help fight stigma
The World Health Organization urged countries to adopt the new name for the disease, citing the "ongoing negative impact" of the original.
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CDPH hosting COVID, flu, and monkeypox vaccine clinic this weekend
The Chicago Department of Public Health wants to make sure everyone is healthy while we bundle up this winter.
CDPH hosting vaccine clinic for COVID, flu, and monkeypox Saturday
The Chicago Department of Public Health wants to make sure everyone is healthy while we bundle up this winter.
2 die in Chicago after contracting monkeypox, city's first fatal cases
Both of the people who died had several other health conditions – including weakened immune systems.
Two people die after contracting monkeypox in Chicago
Both of the people who died had several other health conditions – including weakened immune systems.
Sycamore High School reports positive monkeypox case
District 427 said in a news release it was notified of the case by the DeKalb County Health Department on Wednesday, but did not specify if the person who tested positive was a student or staff member.
Sycamore High School reports positive monkeypox case
The school district did not say whether the person was a student or staff member.
Here's where you can get COVID-19 and monkeypox vaccines this weekend
The clinics will be held Saturday at Truman College and Malcolm X College, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Despite more than 1,000 Monkeypox cases, virus spread slows in Illinois
Officials urge continued vigilance as Chicago joins growing list of cities whose monkeypox cases have slowed in recent weeks.
Monkeypox cases hit 1,005 in Illinois, but are trending down
Health officials are expressing cautious optimism at the trend. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Cautious optimism as new monkeypox cases slow in Chicago
Illinois has now hit a total of 1,005 monkeypox cases during this outbreak – but health leaders are expressing cautious optimism as the cases are trending down overall. CBS 2’s Marissa Perlman reports.
Everything you need to know about monkeypox
CBS 2 has tracked Monkeypox, or MPV, since the start of the outbreak in early May. Illinois now has at least 1,000 cases of MPV.
Everything you need to know about monkeypox
Dr. Jessica Brinkworth is an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an evolutionary immunologist. She breaks down how the virus emerged, common misconceptions about monkeypox, and how to best protect yourself in a variety of personal and professional settings.
2 pop-up clinics offering vaccines for COVID-19, monkeypox Saturday
Two vaccine clinics are taking place to protect people against both COVID-19 and monkeypox.
After he and his partner had monkeypox, fitness trainer warns 'how much of a joke this isn't'
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn't even help – that was Carson Twitchell's experience after he contracted monkeypox last month.
Fitness trainer has a warning after he and his partner got monkeypox
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn’t even help – that was the experience of a popular fitness trainer after he contracted monkeypox last month. CBS 2's Jackie Kostek reports.
Chicago clinics for monkeypox vaccine open this weekend, by appointment only
"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."
Market Days performer: With monkeypox spread, people need to protect themselves
As monkeypox spreads, the Chicago Department of Public Health is hoping more vaccine doses get to Chicago soon.
With Market Days festival coming, a reminder to protect against monkeypox
Richard Streetman, who has attended the North Halsted Street festival since 1998 and is performing this year, reminds everyone who attends to protect themselves against monkeypox as they already know how. CBS 2's Jackie Kostek reporrts.
Sorting out the latest information on the monkeypox outbreak
Monkeypox cases are on the rise, and Illinois has the third highest confirmed case count in the U.S. Epidemiologist Dr. Katrine Wallace joins CBS 2's Brad Edwards to sort things out.
Protecting against monkeypox ahead of Market Days festival
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek talked with Richard Streetman, who has been coming to Market Days for 24 years and is performing this year. He says people know how to protect themselves against monkeypox -- they just need to do it.
Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
Chicago outlines public health plan for monkeypox outbreak
The Biden administration declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency nationwide Thursday, and Gov. JB Pritzker also issued such an order for Illinois earlier this week. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Chicago outlines public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
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A string of deadly storms swept across the Southeast, killing at least 24 people in Mississippi.
Pedestrian killed while crossing street in Near West Side hit-and-run
A man is dead after being struck by a car on the city's Near West Side early Saturday morning.
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Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning for parts of area as snow blows in
Several inches of snow could fall in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs overnight and into the day Saturday.
Chicago's Undetermined Drownings: Debunking the myths
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Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning for parts of area as snow blows in
Several inches of snow could fall in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs overnight and into the day Saturday.
DCFS placed troubled teen girl with 24-year-old pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Woman charged with murder, child endangerment in death of 19-month-old son
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled the boy died of nutritional neglect, and his death was a homicide.
Missing Navy sailor Seamus Gray last seen Saturday near bar in Waukegan
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Chicago's Undetermined Drownings: Debunking the myths
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DCFS placed troubled teen girl with 24-year-old pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Convicted con man Rick Dugo agrees to plea deal, gets 8 years in prison
Last month, he was convicted in the first of four trials that involved four victims who were scammed out of nearly $1 million. Instead of facing three more trials, he took a plea deal.
Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
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50 vendors in Little Village Discount Mall poised to be kicked out
The local alderman is hoping to get them a new place to do business.
Chicago Decides: Activist Angela Clay, former Quigley aide Kim Walz vie for 46th Ward
The runoff race to replace Ald. James Cappleman in the 46th Ward has grown heated over the issue of public safety.
Chicago Decides: Ald. Timmy Knudsen, challenger Brian Comer agree crime is main issue in 43rd Ward
The ward is made up of the Lincoln Park neighborhood and a part of the Gold Coast.
Chicago Decides: Tina Hone faces Desmon Yancy in 5th Ward alderman race
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Chicago Decides: Small business owner Megan Mathias faces Ald. James Gardiner in 45th Ward
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Kane County officials warn of scammer targeting people in Zoom court hearings
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Raoul, 21 other attorneys general urge Kia and Hyundai to do more to stop car thefts
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Relief hard to come by for Chicago area wire fraud scam victims
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
Chicago couple 'bombarded' with cold calls from attorneys after fender bender
CBS 2 found how law firms were able to get the couple's information and how the calls were likely unlawful.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
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Chicago medical expert sounds alarm over drug-resistant Candida auris fungal infections
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Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Saturday marks three years since COVID-19 was deemed worldwide pandemic
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Cubs top Rangers in Cactus League meetup
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50 vendors in Little Village Discount Mall poised to be kicked out
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United Airlines and Archer Aviation planning air taxis between O'Hare and West Loop in 2025
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Edward Gardner, co-founder of Soft Sheen Products and titan in philanthropy, dies at 98
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
ProMat trade show brings more people to McCormick Place than it did in 2019
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U.S. government moves to guarantee Silicon Valley Bank depositors' funds
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
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Lavine scores 33, Bulls rout Trail Blazers
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Creighton ends Princeton's March Madness run with 86-75 win
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Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
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Notre Dames hires Micah Shrewsberry as new men's basketball coach
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Player charged after throwing punch following Bowling Green-Memphis game
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Sundays on State to return for two dates in July and August
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New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
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Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
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Lyric Opera unveils 2023-24 season; featuring "The Flying Dutchman, "Aida," and Mozart's "Requiem"
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Oscars 2023: List of winners and nominees
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Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning in effect until 1 p.m.
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Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning with rain turning into snow
Winter Storm Warning for areas to the North and NW.
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