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A year ago on March 20, the coronavirus pandemic forced the state of Illinois to “stay at home,” emptying streets, clearing office buildings and eviscerating toilet paper shelves at grocery stores across the state. NBC Chicago asked you to recall the moment the pandemic altered your life and what you would tell yourself about the year to come if you…

What was the last normal thing you did before the stay-at-home order? What would you tell yourself then? We asked our viewers to reflect on the life they knew before everything drastically changed for the world a year ago.

It’s been nearly a year since the coronavirus pandemic forced the state of Illinois to “stay at home,” emptying streets, clearing office buildings and eviscerating toilet paper shelves at Chicago-area grocery stores. Do you remember the moment the pandemic altered your life? The moment its impact became real? Look back through your phone’s camera roll. What was the last...

A San Diego strip club is still open despite a vow from California’s attorney general vowing to take legal action if it does not close to comply with the state’s stay-at-home order that was issued earlier this month

Much of California is on the brink of sweeping new restrictions on businesses and activities, a desperate attempt to slow the frighteningly rapid escalation of coronavirus cases that threatens to overwhelm hospitals.

As health officials across the U.S. brace for a potential surge in coronavirus cases following the Thanksgiving holiday, might Illinois see another statewide stay-at-home order? Here’s a look at what Gov. J.B. Pritzker has said most recently on the topic.

Los Angeles County health officials have reported more 4,544 new COVID-19 cases and 24 more deaths Friday, as new safety orders — including a stay-at-home order — will go into effect as a result.

Chicago’s mayor and top doctor warned Wednesday that the Thanksgiving holiday could become a “super spreading event” in the deadly coronavirus pandemic, pleading again with residents to forego gatherings.

Chicago’s mayor and top doctor plan to deliver an update Wednesday on the city’s coronavirus response ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, which officials and medical professionals have warned may lead to a spike in cases after gatherings.

Chicago’s mayor and top health official plan to deliver an update Wednesday on the city’s testing efforts as numbers continue to spike, sparking new restrictions across Illinois and a stay-at-home advisory within city limits.

As new stay-at-home advisories take effect in Chicago and suburban Cook County amid rising coronavirus metrics, might Illinois see another statewide stay-at-home order? Here’s a look at what Gov. J.B. Pritzker has said on the topic.

Stay-at-home advisories took effect in Chicago and suburban Cook County early Monday, with officials urging residents to only leave home for essential activities in an effort to curb the spread of the deadly coronavirus.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker warned the state a mandatory stay-at-home order could be in place in coming days if coronavirus numbers fail to improve. NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced a stay-at-home advisory effective Monday, in efforts to curb increasing coronavirus numbers. NBC 5’s Patrick Fazio reports

The showdown over Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s emergency authority and that of the Illinois State Legislature will likely be decided by a federal judge. Shortly after Clay County Judge Michael McHaney ruled that Pritzker exceeded his authority by extending the state’s stay-at-home order, the state announced it might seek to have the appeal heard in federal court. But before it...

As more states and cities are reopening after stay-at-home orders and lockdowns, many people are left wondering is it safe to see friends? What about having playdates for children? Infectious disease expert Dr. Preeti Malani explains how to reduce those social risks.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Friday he planned to sign an executive order effectively lifting the stay-at-home restrictions that had been imposed on the state’s residents for more than two months amid the coronavirus pandemic. The comments came on the same day most of Illinois, excluding the city of Chicago, entered Phase Three of Pritzker’s statewide reopening plan. Under...

Illinois business owners and employees prepare to reopen their doors under Phase Three of the state’s “Restore Illinois” plan while adhering to strict safety measures laid out by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

For the second week in a row, a pair of Chicago churches continue to welcome parishioners despite warnings from state and city officials. NBC 5’s Chris Hush reports.

Several churches across Illinois are continuing to open their doors in defiance of Illinois and City of Chicago orders limiting gathering sizes amid the coronavirus pandemic. Metro Praise International Church in the City’s Belmont-Craign neighborhood welcomed church-goers for the second weekend in a row on Sunday.  The passionate parishioners say they should be allowed to practice their religion at...