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DHS: 989 new COVID-19 cases; 58K+ total cases, 990 deaths, 48K+ recovered

The Wisconsin Department of Health Service reported more 58,000 positive cases of the coronavirus in the state, including 990 deaths.

21-year-old injured in shooting near 52nd and Center, suspect sought

Assistant Chief Michael Brunson sworn-in as acting Milwaukee Police Chief

City cracks down on illegal Milwaukee rooming house; tenants, unaware of violations, evicted

Waukesha County authorities seek public's help in search for missing and endangered man

3 DNC workers test positive for COVID-19, committee says

Coronavirus in Wisconsin

DHS: 989 new COVID-19 cases; 58K+ total cases, 990 deaths, 48K+ recovered

The Wisconsin Department of Health Service reported more 58,000 positive cases of the coronavirus in the state, including 990 deaths.

In light of DNC changes, some ponder Milwaukee hosting 2024 convention

Muskego to hold community event despite pandemic, business owner worries it's 'maybe not a good idea'

No fans: Packers will play at empty Lambeau Field for first 2 home games

Union Grove veterans home makes changes after 12 vets, 11 staff test positive for virus

DHS: 57K+ test positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 978 deaths, 47K+ recovered

National News

Harleys everywhere, masks nowhere: Sturgis draws thousands

Many who rode their bikes into Sturgis on Friday expressed defiance at the rules and restrictions that have marked life in many locales during the pandemic.

US adds 1.8 million jobs in July, a dip from previous months

Long-lost sisters reunite after more than 50 years — all because of COVID-19 and a broken arm

California surpasses 10,000 deaths from the coronavirus, the third-highest figure in the nation

Power restored, mass transit resumes after outage in Manhattan, Queens

Oakland A's coach apologizes after he makes gesture that looks like Nazi salute

Sports

Cardinals’ game against Cubs postponed after positive test

The Cardinals have been off since last Friday, when two players returned positive coronavirus tests. Eight players in total have tested positive, including star catcher Yadier Molina.

Brewers On Deck 2021 canceled amid concerns for health of fans, players

Oakland A's coach apologizes after he makes gesture that looks like Nazi salute

Yelich hits inside-the-park homer, Brewers beat White Sox

Bucks clinch top seed in East with 130-116 win over Heat

66 players opt out of NFL season due to coronavirus pandemic

Contact 6

City cracks down on illegal Milwaukee rooming house; tenants, unaware of violations, evicted

The City of Milwaukee has cracked down on an illegal rooming house on the city's south side. It's residents, unaware of building violations, were evicted -- some of whom had nowhere to go.

How to take care of yourself and get better mental health from home

Are you paying extra for your electric vehicle?

'Being ignored:' As lawmakers debate 2nd round of stimulus checks, some in Wisconsin still waiting for 1st

Allergy warnings on food labels may not tell all

Politics

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tests negative after positive COVID-19 test before Trump visit

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's office said he took the test as part of standard protocol before meeting Trump at an airport in Cleveland.

In light of DNC changes, some ponder Milwaukee hosting 2024 convention

Former Milwaukee alderman sentenced to prison for executing wire fraud scheme

DNC in Milwaukee now almost entirely virtual, but protesters say 'we aren't going to stay home'

Milwaukee County leaders: Kanye West on the ballot in Wisconsin is GOP's 'latest dirty trick'

Gov. Evers announces $32 million for COVID-19 testing at UW System campuses

Money

US adds 1.8 million jobs in July, a dip from previous months

The United States added 1.8 million jobs in July, a pullback from the gains of May and June and evidence that the resurgent coronavirus is stalling hiring and slowing an economic rebound.

Southwest Airlines no longer cleaning armrests, seat belts between flights

Russia's race for coronavirus vaccine raises concerns in the West

City cracks down on illegal Milwaukee rooming house; tenants, unaware of violations, evicted

Alaska Airlines no longer making face mask exemptions, banning passengers who refuse

American Society of Nephrology warns of surging demand for dialysis due to COVID-19 induced kidney failure

World News

Documents show warnings raised for years over explosive chemicals at Beirut port

Documents show warnings were raised at least 10 times over the past six years about the massive stockpile of explosive chemicals stored at Beirut's port.

Canada's last intact ice shelf collapses due to warming

Pub in Spain bans popular sing-along song amid coronavirus fears: 'There will be no... touching hands'

Tourist accidentally breaks toes off 200-year-old statue while posing for picture in Italian museum

Air India flight skids off runway, splits in 2 while landing in southern India; 16 dead, more than 100 hurt

Lebanon president says he knew of chemicals at port in July

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