Also happening today, lots of people have been stocking up to prepare for the possibility of the coronavirus; opening statements are expected today in the trial of a man accused of killing a well-respected and loved Chicago police commander; Illinois museums are in line for money for upgrades; and much more.

Also happening today, coronavirus hasn't dented the convention schedule at McCormick Place, but it is top of mind for exhibitors and conventions; a judge could decide on Wednesday whether a man charged in a highly-publicized double-murder be allowed to be released on bond from the DeKalb County Jail; and much more.

Also happening today, health officials are promising more information today about a third person who has tested positive for coronavirus in Illinois; a suburban school district is taking precautions after learning about possible exposure to coronavirus; additional security is in place as employees return to work at the Molson Coors facility in Milwaukee; a pedestrian was struck by a Chicago police car this morning; a car collided with a delivery truck at O'Hare airport this morning; and much more.

Also happening today, two suburban school district staffers and their children are staying home, for now, because of possible exposure to the coronavirus; some Illinois and Indiana environmental groups are taking legal action in hopes of protecting one particular fish; Chicago police are looking for the rideshare driver who allegedly sexually assaulted he picked up in Lakeview on the North Side last night; and much more.

In other top stories this morning: State lawmakers are expected to debate a bill this week that would impose requirements on any high schools using Native American mascots or symbols; Thousands turned out today for the 20th annual Chicago Polar Plunge at North Avenue Beach; A 13 year old was injured after a fight last night near Gurnee Mills;  Overall crime in Chicago decreased in February 2020 compared to the same month last year despite an eruption of gun violence. and more

Happening today: One more case of coronavirus in Illinois; Hundreds of people will charge into Lake Michigan on this warmer than average morning in support of Special Olympics; Chicago Police are reviewing video taken of Friday's officer involved shooting at the Grand Avenue Red Line station and more.

Also happening today, Chicago police say they have an arrest warrant now for a suspect in the stabbing death of a man outside a bar in the West Town neighborhood earlier this month; An unidentified bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run in East Garfield Park this morning; A Minnesota man was charged this week with the sexual assault of a local girl  -- more than ten years ago; Thieves targeted a Loop store in a "smash and grab" late last night; and more.

In other top stories this morning: A shooting in the Red Line Station leaves the mayor and city with lots of questions; a car abandoned its bumper after a hit and run with a house in Hammond; a mobile needle exchange program is coming to the North & Northwestern Suburbs to offer more support for sex workers and drug users; these stories and more from WBBM.

In other top stories this evening: Health officials trying to step up coronavirus response; comic book convention draws gobs of geeks; Kim Foxx gets renewed support from Lightfoot, Preckwinkle; and more.

Also happening today, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and public health officials ti provide update on preparations for the coronavirus; Southbound lanes on Interstate 57 were closed Friday after a fatal crash in south suburban Calumet Park; Milwaukee Police have identified the man who killed five co-workers at the Molson Coors plant earlier this week; and much more.