Arwady: Chicago in ‘holding pattern’ as COVID-19 cases, deaths remain stable Aug 19, 2020 | coronavirus, Top Stories Chicago’s top health official said Tuesday the city remains in a “holding pattern” in its response to the COVID-19.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.