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Chicago’s coronavirus cases are rising and so are tests, but city officials say the current surge can’t be explained by a simple increase in testing.

Chicago’s mayor warned Monday that some phase three restrictions could be brought back as the city enters what she said was a “second surge” of coronavirus.

Chicago’s top doctor urged residents to not invite anyone into their homes or apartments as the city experiences multiple coronavirus “warning signs” and enters what officials are calling a “second surge” in the pandemic.

A group of elected officials has written an open letter to Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools asking for improvements to remote learning and stronger safety measures at schools before a return to in-person classes.

Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady issues a message to residents as the city sees multiple coronavirus “warning signs.”

Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Monday that Chicago is in the “second surge” of the coronavirus pandemic as the city sees cases spike at “concerning” levels.

Chicago could see the return of some restrictions in the coming days if the city’s coronavirus metrics continue rising in the midst of what officials said is now a “second surge” of the virus.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the city is in the midst of a second coronavirus surge as cases continue to rise at “concerning” levels, sparking warnings that some restrictions could soon return.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is expected to deliver an update on the city’s response to the coronavirus pandemic on Monday, according to her public schedule.

Chicago Public Schools on Friday announced its plan for the second quarter of the school year as the coronavirus pandemic continues, with all students beginning with remote learning as the district says it aims to bring back some in a phased reopening.

Chicago Public Schools on Friday announced its plan for the second quarter of the school year as the coronavirus pandemic continues, with all students beginning with remote learning as the district says it aims to bring back some in a phased reopening. NBC 5’s Regina Waldroup reports.

Chicago Public Schools on Friday announced its plan for the second quarter of the school year as the coronavirus pandemic continues, with all students beginning with remote learning as the district says it aims to bring back some in a phased reopening. Sandra Torres reports.

Chicago Public Schools is expected to announce on Friday a plan to bring some students back into classrooms in the second quarter, but keep most students remote learning from home, sources told NBC 5.

Controversy erupted among the Chicago Public Schools’ community Thursday after reports surfaced stating most students will continue remote instruction until January. NBC 5’s Natalie Martinez reports.

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett faced questions on health care, abortion and gun rights Tuesday, while Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot gave her reaction. NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.

An Illinois lawmaker on Monday renewed her push to change the Columbus Day state holiday to Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Members of Chicago’s Italian American community have planned a rally for Columbus Day at Arrigo Park in Little Italy, a celebration they say is more important than ever this year. NBC 5’s Trina Orlando reports.

Columbus Day is expected to be much different this year in Chicago – with the presence of a nationwide movement to replace the federally-recognized holiday altogether and the absence of the city’s annual parade. Still, members of Chicago’s Italian American community have planned a rally at Arrigo Park in Little Italy, a celebration they say is more important than...

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said she believes negative tweets and comments about Democratic leaders from President Donald Trump encourage threats from extremists like those plotting to kidnap Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. On Thursday, six men were charged in federal court with conspiring to kidnap Whitmer in reaction to what they viewed as her “uncontrolled power,” according to a federal…

A Chicago mother had to say goodbye to her son earlier this year when he was killed in a Little Village shooting, and today she took her appeal for justice directly to Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Catalina Andrade, whose son Miguel Rios was killed on July 18, is begging City Hall for help, saying Chicago police aren’t doing enough to…