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.
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.
Despite Josh Onwunili's parents still owning a house in the district, and living with his aunt and uncle, Onwunili said he has been sidelined.
The popular program was set to be scrapped this year, after pushback from some businesses upset about street closures.
Marina Mabrey had 19 points and nine rebounds for the Sky.
Assad (4-0) allowed just four hits and walked one while matching a season high with seven strikeouts.
According to reports, the people in the car were being sought in connection with a shooting in nearby Waukegan.
The Town of Cicero said liquor licenses allow for the sale of alcohol until 1 or 2 a.m. at bars and restaurants, but the new ordinance will require them all to stop sales at midnight.
Dr. Adam Hamawy, a surgeon from New Jersey, was in a hospital Wednesday near the city of Rafah.
A lawyer for New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez sought to pin the blame on his wife, Nadine Menendez.
The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Senate have voted to override nine vetoes of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, including bills combatting PFAS pollution, setting a population goal for gray wolves and requiring a new post-election audit.
President Biden and former President Donald Trump will go head-to-head in presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 10, their campaigns said Wednesday.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate?
It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
So far, there have been eight cases of invasive meningococcal disease in Chicago in 2024 to date.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The city's measles dashboard said a total of 63 measles cases have been confirmed in Chicago this year, with one new case this week.
The department said anyone who visited the Sam's Club at 9400 S. Western Ave. in Evergreen Park one day last week may have been exposed to someone with measles.
Kadeya has developed a vending machine that dispenses a drink—and then takes a bottle back, cleans it, and can dispense a new one.
Biden campaigned in the spot where Trump, to much fanfare, lauded a plan by Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn plan to build a $10 billion manufacturing facility that was supposed to eventually employ 10,000 people. Except it was never completed.
The Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to notify workers of mass layoffs 60 days in advance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson denied that the Bears' shiny new dome could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
For the past three months, a cast of 10 Asian American/Pacific Islander comedians has been working on the new program, "Youth in Asia (Are You Proud of Me Yet?)"
The annual ride includes stops for silent reflection at sites where bikers were killed by drivers over the past several years.
They were a staple at the family entertainment venues in the 90s, 80s, and even back to the late 70s. But Chuck E. Cheese and his band are being phased out at all but two locations.
The popular program was set to be scrapped this year, after pushback from some businesses upset about street closures.
CBS 2 Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
If you haven’t made travel plans yet, you’d better hurry. CBS News’ Kris Van Cleave reports.
Services for Marko Niketic, 17, will be held Thursday morning at the St. Sava Monastery in Libertyville.
Despite Josh Onwunili's parents still owning a house in the district, and living with his aunt and uncle, Onwunili said he has been sidelined.
Richard Brendan Globensky pleaded guilty to federal charges, admitting he stole green jackets awarded to golf legends Arnold Palmer, Ben Hogan, and Gene Sarazen.
The popular program was set to be scrapped this year, after pushback from some businesses upset about street closures.
Marina Mabrey had 19 points and nine rebounds for the Sky.
Nina Sanders was brought on to build relationships between the team and the Native American community. But instead, she said she was pushed out.
Eligible homeowners and business owners would be able to have their water bills lowered if they can prove their higher bill is the result of leak in the underground service line.
Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman
Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Anthony Robinson's attorney said his previous defense lawyer failed to present evidence that showed it was physically impossible for him to be the shooter.
Marina Mabrey had 19 points and nine rebounds for the Sky.
Assad (4-0) allowed just four hits and walked one while matching a season high with seven strikeouts.
Korey Lee went 3 for 3 with an RBI, Garrett Crochet tossed five scoreless innings and the Chicago White Sox topped the Washington Nationals 2-0 for their second straight win.
Richard Brendan Globensky pleaded guilty to federal charges, admitting he stole green jackets awarded to golf legends Arnold Palmer, Ben Hogan, and Gene Sarazen.
The Bears will host the Jaguars on Oct. 13 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Tickets go on sale in June.
According to reports, the people in the car were being sought in connection with a shooting in nearby Waukegan.
The pastor of Broadway United Methodist Church said the building sustained a lot of damage but it appeared nothing had been taken.
Police caught one man soon afterward, but searched for hours for the other.
The state ranks last in the United States for both short-term and long-term fiscal stability.
Chicago Police have connected three people to more than 30 burglaries since the start of the year.