Health officials in DeKalb County report county's 1st measles case of 2026

DeKalb County reported its first measles case, third in Illinois this year

CHICAGO — DeKalb County reported its first measles case of the year this week, as the disease — once eradicated in the U.S. — continues to spread in several states. Health officials are investigating the case and contacting people who…

DeKalb County reported its first Measles case, third in state this year

DeKalb County reported its first Measles case of the year this week, as cases continue to spread across states

Health officials in DeKalb County report county's 1st measles case of 2026

DEKALB COUNTY, Ill. — Health officials in DeKalb County have identified the county's first measles case of 2026. On Thursday, officials from the DeKalb County Health Department (DCHD) announced that it had identified the county's first case of measles of 2026. According to the IDPH, the case was confirmed through laboratory testing, but officials are [...]

Measles case confirmed in DeKalb County, officials warn of possible exposure

DeKalb County officials warned of possible measles exposure at Walmart and the U.S. Post Office.

DeKalb health officials confirm first case of measles

DeKALB — Health officials confirmed the first case of measles in 2026 in DeKalb County Wednesday, according to a news release distributed by the DeKalb County Health Department.  The case was confirmed through laboratory testing, the department said. Health department staff (DCHD) are investigating the case and contacting people who may have been exposed.  Stacia Runge, director of community health and prevention, emphasized the importance of be…