‘Chicago Fire’ Halts Production After Cast Members Test Positive for COVID-19

Production on NBC’s marquee drama series “Chicago Fire” has been suspended after several cast and crew members tested positive for COVID-19. A source close to the production confirmed to Variety that operations have ceased for the moment “out of an abundance of caution.” “Chicago Fire” recently returned to filming after a holiday break. Members of the production were notified to halt operations on Wednesday. The production will take immediate action by employing contact tracing as per COVID-19 production guidelines implemented by the state, county and NBCUniversal. Reports indicate that the series plans on resuming production next week. However, the situation… Read Full Article