The West Ridge neighborhood on Chicago’s North Side has the highest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city, but a cluster of zip codes on the South Side are not far behind, according to newly released data.
Stories by Paul Caine
Right-wing Terrorists Looking to ‘Weaponize’ Pandemic, Says U of C Expert
Could hospitals and supermarkets become targets for terror groups looking to exploit the pandemic to advance their racist agenda? We speak with international terrorism expert Robert Pape.
Illinois Hospitals Strained But Largely Coping Ahead of Anticipated COVID-19 Surge
With cases of COVID-19 expected to peak in Illinois later this month, are hospitals and health care workers in the state going to have what they need when they really need it?
Environmental Impact of COVID-19 Lockdowns Seen from Space
It’s estimated that roughly two billion people around the globe are now under some form of stay-at-home order. This significant slowdown in economic activity has also led to an environmental impact, particularly in the air.
An Infectious Disease Expert Answers Your COVID-19 Questions
The spread of COVID-19 has sparked fear and apprehension — and misinformation can elevate those emotions. To help answer your questions about the new coronavirus, we turned to infectious disease specialist Dr. Susan Bleasdale of UI Health.
What the Federal Stimulus and Relief Bill Means for You and the Economy
The U.S. House is expected to pass a $2 trillion stimulus and relief package — the largest bailout in American history. But will it be enough to save workers and businesses ravaged by the virus?
Grocery Stores Battling to Keep Shelves Stocked Amid Panic-Buying
Panic-buying is taking hold of shoppers across the country. Already, toilet paper and hand sanitizer are flying off store shelves. How are grocery stores maintaining their supplies? And will their supply chains hold up under the strain of the crisis?
How Will Pritzker’s Stay-at-Home Order Be Enforced in Communities of Color?
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a stay-at-home order for the entire state just a few days ago, but there are already concerns over how it will be enforced – particularly in communities of color.
COVID-19 Pandemic a Massive Challenge to American Economy
Facing what could be the biggest challenge to the American economy since the Great Depression of the 1930s, Congress is now urgently trying put together a relief package to keep U.S. households afloat.
Humans and Viruses: A Long and Complicated Relationship
We discuss viruses and the role they’ve played in shaping who we are with University of Chicago paleontologist and author Neil Shubin.
Stocks in Free Fall Amid Coronavirus Panic Selling
U.S. stocks plunged nearly 13% Monday. As bars and restaurants in Illinois close to dine-in customers, we analyze the economic impact of the coronavirus.
US Stocks Plunge as Coronavirus Uncertainty Ravages Market
U.S. stocks on Thursday recorded their biggest single-day fall since the notorious Black Monday crash of 1987 as coronavirus fears accelerated.
Candidate Forum: GOP Candidates for Cook County State’s Attorney Face Off
With violent crime in Chicago of huge concern to voters, we hear from the two GOP candidates aiming to be the next Cook County state’s attorney.
National Geographic Live Comes to Chicago to Highlight Plight of Orangutans
For the past 25 years, Cheryl Knott and her husband Tim Laman have dedicated their lives to the orangutans that live in Borneo’s Gunung Palung National Park. On Tuesday, they’ll highlight the great ape’s plight with a talk.
Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments on Louisiana Abortion Law
Abortion rights activists rally downtown as the Supreme Court considers a restrictive abortion law in Louisiana.
Fired Leaders of Lincoln Park High School Speak Out
Former school administrators John Thuet and Michelle Brumfield were ousted amid “multiple allegations of serious misconduct.” But in an exclusive interview with “Chicago Tonight,” they say CPS has told them nothing about those allegations.
Search for ET Gets Boost From a Very Special Telescope
Are we really alone in the universe? A new effort to search for extraterrestrial life is underway.
Salvage Specialist Fights to Save Architectural Treasures from Early Chicago
Chicagoans have long taken pride in the city’s history and architecture, but as areas of the city are redeveloped, some of that is lost. Jimmy Nuter is doing all he can to rescue treasures from the city’s earliest days.
Study: ‘No Clear Rationale’ for 45% of Medicaid Antibiotic Prescriptions
A new report from Northwestern Medicine suggests Medicaid patients are being prescribed too many antibiotics. What that could mean for public health.
New Solar Telescope Reveals Sun’s Surface in More Detail than Ever Before
A local scientist talks about his work to help capture the most detailed images ever of the sun’s bubbling surface.
Local Researchers Reveal Secrets of Lunar Dust, Atom by Atom
Local scientists use a powerful new tool to make fresh discoveries from moon dust first collected nearly 50 years ago.
Joe Walsh: ‘I Would Support Any Democrat’ Over Trump
Declaring President Donald Trump unbeatable in a Republican Party that has become a “cult,” former U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh says he will do everything he can to help a Democrat – any Democrat – defeat Trump in November.
In Chicago, Legal Pot Could be Just the Beginning. Are Mushrooms Next?
Chicago could become the largest city in the nation to decriminalize natural psychedelics like mushrooms and peyote.
US Appeals Court Judge Gives America a Civics Lesson
Meet Judge Douglas Ginsburg, the Chicago native and former Supreme Court nominee who has a new PBS special.
Gamblers Still Waiting for Sports Betting in Illinois
It’s the biggest sports betting event of the year, but if you want to bet on the Super Bowl legally in Illinois this weekend, you’re out of luck.
