Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot 'not experiencing symptoms' after testing positive for COVID

The mayor said this is a reminder to get vaccinated and booster this holiday season to keep you and your loved ones safe.

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Friday, December 16, 2022
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot 'not experiencing symptoms' after testing positive for COVID
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Friday that she has tested positive for COVID-19.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Friday that she has tested positive for COVID-19.

"Earlier today, I tested positive for COVID-19," she said in a post on Twitter.

The mayor said she is not experiencing symptoms, which she "attribute to being vaccinated and fully boosted."

Lightfoot said this is a reminder to get vaccinated and booster this holiday season to keep you and your loved ones safe.

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