Coronavirus Hospitalizations Decline In Cook County Suburbs

But the region's COVID-19 virus positivity rate is the fourth-highest of any in the state and rising.

New Coronavirus Hospitalizations Dip In Suburban Cook County

Officials reported the number of new daily hospital admissions declined even as the region's positivity rate rose to 5.9 percent.

Coronavirus Positivity Rate Steadily Rises In Cook County Suburbs

The suburban Cook County region reported increasing COVID-19 positivity rates for nine out of 10 days, public health officials said.

Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Skokie

Take precautions to avoid mosquito bites and to remove all standing water from outdoor planters, pools, birdbaths and more.

No New Coronavirus Cases In Skokie For First Time In Months

Village staff said Sunday was the first day since March 18 with no new COVID-19 infections detected among Skokie residents.

Poll: 52% Uncomfortable Dining Out, 24% Comfortable At Concerts

More than 41 percent of Skokie Patch readers who responded to a recent poll said Illinois is easing coronavirus restrictions too rapidly.

38 Deaths, 69 Active COVID-19 Cases: Skokie Coronavirus Update

The number of Skokie residents suffering from COVID-19 has declined by nearly 40 percent over the past three weeks, village officials said.

82% Of Skokie COVID-19 Cases Recovering, 112 Residents Remain Ill

Rates of new cases and hospitalizations have been falling in the village, which has seen 29 residents die of coronavirus-related causes.

Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing Coming To CVS Pharmacy In Skokie

Self-swab testing will be available starting Friday at 24 more Illinois CVS locations, including pharmacies in Skokie, Niles and Wilmette.

Coronavirus: Skokie Residents Must Wear Face Coverings In Public

Skokie Mayor George Van Dusen signed an emergency directive requiring the wearing of face coverings when in public.

Coronavirus: Skokie Police Recommends Social Distancing

In its second Books and Badges reading video, Skokie police are reminding residents to follow social distancing guidelines.

Coronavirus: Skokie Patient Recounts 12-day Hospital Stay

Skokie resident John Troy spent 12 days in the hospital after testing positive for coronavirus.

Coronavirus: 300 Plastic Suits Donated To Chicago Hospital

Democratic candidate Denyse Wang Stoneback worked with volunteers to deliver 300 plastic suits to Swedish Hospital in Chicago.

66 Coronavirus Cases, 3 Deaths Reported In Skokie

Three Skokie residents had died from COVID-19 as of Saturday, according to the health department.

Coronavirus: 3-Month-Old Among Skokie Patients

A 3-month-old is among the 51 coronavirus patients from Skokie as of Thursday.

Sign Up for Village of Skokie COVID-19 Updates

Subscribe to SkokieNews, the Village's electronic newsletter, and for the CodeRED emergency notification system.

Mayor Declares Public Health Emergency In Response To Coronavirus

"There are cases in Skokie and more are expected," according to a village spokesperson.

Skokie Health Department Monitoring Coronavirus Developments

Health risk to the Skokie community remains low.

Death Of Man Found In Skokie On Thanksgiving Ruled Accidental

The man's death was caused by a combination of several drugs, according to the medical examiner's office.

Cookbook Author Adeena Sussman Visits Temple Beth Israel

Author Adeena Sussman Visits Temple Beth Israel in Skokie to Promote her New Book- Sabba: Sunny Flavors From My Israeli Kitchen

Autism Genetic Study Seeking Participants in Skokie area

Easy DNA Collection Event – Sept. 28

Excessive Heat Watch and List of Skokie Cooling Centers

Tips to stay cool during the excessive heat from July 18 to 20.

Mosquitoes With West Nile Virus Found In Skokie, Wilmette

Samples of mosquitoes collected in both villages tested positive for West Nile virus, the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District announced.

Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Skokie

Learn how to protect you and your family this summer.

Four More Women Sue NorthShore And Its Disgraced Gynecologist

Accused abuser Fabio Ortega was allowed access to patients long after NorthShore learned of allegations against him, several lawsuits say.

Simple Tips to Improve Your Balance and Prevent Falls

There are simple things you can do to help maintain your balance and prevent a fall or injuries.

Lincolnwood Man Sentenced To Over 6 Years For Opioid Conspiracy

Mohammed Shariff conspired with a doctor to sell opioid prescriptions at his Sheridan Road clinic before the feds shut it down.

Niles West's 50th Anniversary of the 1968-1969 Boys Basketball Te

The CSL Champions of 1968-69 gathered once again in the Niles West gym.

NorthShore Put Patients At Risk Of Indicted Gynecologist: Suits

Two women accuse NorthShore University HealthSystem of allowing Dr. Fabio Ortega to sexually assault them during appointments.

Department Raises Over $12K To Help Families With ALS

Since 2011, the Skokie Fire Department has raised more than $65,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association's Fill the Boot campaign.

Skokie WWII Vet, 93, Risks Foreclosure From Glenview Nursing Home

Threatened with foreclosure, the widower is one of 50 people sued by Glenview Terrace over the past 5 years.

Lack Of Refugees Leads To Closure Of Touhy Health Center

Changes to federal immigration policy led Sinai Health System to shut down a 40-year-old refugee health program at its Touhy Avenue clinic.

London Bridge is Falling Down …….

Take a fall

ICJA Cross Country Conference Sweep

Team wins all four races at Chicago Prep Conference meet

Niles West to Induct 2018 Class of the Athletic Hall of Fame

Niles West will induct the 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame during Halftime during Niles West's Homecoming Game on Friday, October 12

Skokie Marks Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month.

Niles North Coach Joel Kessler Wall of Honor Induction on 10/5

Niles North's Joel Kessler has more than 25 years of coaching athletes in basketball, golf and softball. Celebrate his induction on Oct. 5.

'Emotional Boost' For Skokie Mom Living With Deadly Lung Disease

The Leisner family will be among over 1,000 expected attendees at the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation's 2nd annual Chicago walk Saturday.

Upcoming Nonprofit Event Aims to Raise Mental Health Awareness

No Shame on U Annual Event to Feature Author and Professor of Psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Kay Redfield Jamison

Mosquitoes Targeted In Skokie And Lincolnwood

Spraying is planned Tuesday night between the North Shore Channel and the Edens Expressway.