The number of coronavirus cases in Illinois has continued to grow this month prompting the cancellation of several events and closures of multiple Chicago-area schools to prevent its spread. Meanwhile, Gov. J.B. Pritzker has declared a disaster proclamation over the outbreak in the state, which remains under a stay-at-home order until April 7. Here’s a look at the cases...

Should you be wearing a mask if you leave the house during the coronavirus pandemic? Changing guidance has led to renewed questions on the topic, as scientists say more evidence indicates the virus could be spread by asymptomatic people. Illinois officials say they are reviewing whether or not they plan to issue new guidance surrounding face coverings for all residents….

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot says she expects cases in Chicago will peak in “the coming weeks.” But just how high they will go remains unclear. “There’s no sugar coating this,” Lightfoot said. “The numbers are going to get worse before they get better.” Her comments echo those made by Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady, who...

April 1 briefing: Dr. Ngozi Ezike with the Illinois Department of Public Health addresses another rise in coronavirus cases as the state’s death toll climbs over 100.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Allison Arwady answer questions from reporters during an April 1 briefing.

After declaring a disaster proclamation in Illinois – the state’s version of a state of emergency – on Monday, March 9, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced plans to hold a daily briefing on the developing coronavirus situation. You can watch each day’s announcements live at 2:30 p.m. CT in the player above. Each briefing will also be made available for viewing…

The number of coronavirus deaths in Illinois hit a grim milestone Wednesday, topping 100 as confirmed cases across the state grew by nearly 1,000. The now 6,980 cases marks a spike of 986 confirmed results and 42 deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. Illinois’ total number of fatalities now sits at 141….

April 1 briefing: Gov. J.B. Pritzker addresses the census and the “invisible enemy” the state is fighting.

With coronavirus infections spreading around the globe, questions linger over the severity of the disease and what it means for areas seeing new cases. The outbreak has led to the cancellation of major sporting events, festivals and more. For a full list of confirmed cases in Illinois click here. To watch the governor’s daily coronavirus press briefings live, click...

It’s a question many have been asking in recent days: when will the number of cases in Illinois reach a peak? Some residents hope it could happen soon, assuming a peak would be followed by a sharp decline in cases and an indication that the state is finally on the road to recovery. But that might not be how...

March 31 briefing: Gov. J.B. Pritzker announces the extension of Illinois’ stay-at-home order.

Illinois’ stay-at-home order has been extended until April 30, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Tuesday. Pritzker said he would sign an executive order Wednesday that extends Illinois’ Disaster Proclamation, stay-at-home order, and the suspension of on-site learning at schools across the state. “If we can end these orders earlier, I’ll be the first to tell you when we can start...

Illinois’ confirmed coronavirus cases now total nearly 6,000 with close to 100 fatalities as the state extends its stay-at-home order through the end of April. The total number of cases – 5,994 – marks a spike of 937 cases in the last 24 hours, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. Across the state, 99 fatalities have been associated…

March 31 briefing: Dr. Ngozi Ezike discusses the latest spike in coronavirus cases, and fatalities, in Illinois.

The coronavirus pandemic has prompted shutdowns of schools, businesses and events across the U.S. Here are how some states are responding to the outbreak.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Tuesday announced new protections and support for the city’s first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.

UPDATE: Gov. Pritzker is expected to announce Tuesday that the state’s stay-at-home order is being extended. Read the latest update and watch live at 2:30 p.m. CT here. Illinois’ stay-at-home order is set to end one week from Tuesday, but will the governor extend that deadline even further as cases and deaths across the state spike? Gov. J.B. Pritzker...

Chicago Public Schools students will return to classes virtually on April 13, but just how long the e-learning plan will continue remains unclear. Despite reports that students may not return to class through the end of the school year, rumors which Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot called “not accurate,” CPS officials acknowledged uncertainty surrounding when students will return to school. “Obviously…

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot wants you to stay inside. But if she didn’t make that clear enough in her press conferences, there are several memes showing you just what she means. “Where’s Lightfoot” memes, showing the mayor watching over the city, have been popping up across social media platforms over the last few days, much to the enjoyment of...

March 30 briefing: Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike discusses that latest confirmed coronavirus cases in Illinois.