Capitol rally against COVID vaccine mandate for health care workers
Vaccine mandates continue to be a hot-button issue for some. Health care workers rallied in Madison against COVID-19 vaccination requirements being put in place at area hospitals.
Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Hunger Task Force, DoorDash food for seniors
Food delivery, especially on a rainy day, can be a beautiful thing, but for the elderly who may not be able to leave home in during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s a lifeline. A unique partnership is working to make this possible.
Immunization Awareness Month, COVID vaccine encouraged
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, health officials urge everyone to get vaccinated. August is Immunization Awareness Month.
Mask debate: Wisconsin school district decisions this week
Several school boards in southeast Wisconsin are set to decide how to move forward with masking or not during meetings this week.
Cholesterol drug cuts coronavirus infection by 70%, researchers find
Researchers say lab studies show a cholesterol drug reduced coronavirus infection by 70%.
Teachers union president calls for vaccine mandate for teachers
American Federation of Teachers president Randi Weingarten said Sunday that she wants the union to support mandatory coronavirus vaccinations for teachers.
Fauci: Allowing virus to replicate could make 'worse variant' that 'could impact the vaccinated'
Dr. Anthony Fauci has warned that allowing the coronavirus delta variant to circulate freely among unvaccinated individuals could lead to a more potent variant that could harm even vaccinated individuals.
To shake hands or not? An age-old human gesture now in limbo
As workers return to the office, friends reunite and more church services shift from Zoom to in person, this exact question is befuddling growing numbers of people: to shake or not to shake?
Fauci believes wave of vaccine mandates could follow full FDA approval
Dr. Anthony Fauci, says he's hopeful that the Food and Drug Administration will give full approval to the coronavirus vaccine by month’s end, which could usher in a wave of vaccine mandates in the private sector as well as schools and universities.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine offered at 2nd Kanye West 'Donda' listening event
People attending Kanye West’s second “Donda” listening event on Thursday will be able to get a Pfizer vaccine.
More kids with COVID, Children's Wisconsin doctors report
Children's Wisconsin is seeing an increase in kids testing positive for COVID-19. Hospitalizations are up, too, along with an increase in respiratory viruses.
Shorewood, Whitefish Bay schools: Masks required indoors
The Shorewood and Whitefish Bay School Districts announced masks will be required for students returning to the classroom in the fall.
Groups support vaccine choice on behalf of health care workers
All of southeastern Wisconsin's largest health care systems will require their staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 come fall, a decision criticized by dozens of advocacy groups, including some health care workers.
Vaccine passport too complex, Evers says, as NYC requires shots
With COVID cases on the rise, some cities and businesses across the nation are once again enforcing new restrictions. New York City announced it will require vaccines for people entering places like gyms and restaurants.
Delta variant surges, Milwaukee sees 'extreme' COVID transmission
The delta variant is being blamed for a surge in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, Milwaukee reporting ''extreme transmission.''
Masks in schools, delta variant 'much more contagious,' CDC, doctors say
The CDC and local health officials recommend masks for all students and staff in schools as COVID cases continue to rise.
Milwaukee County COVID-19 briefing
Milwaukee County health officials on Tuesday, Aug. 3 discussed the latest information pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CDC adds 16 countries to ‘very high’ COVID-19 risk list
The CDC has added 16 more countries to their highest level of COVID-19 risk for travelers as the delta variant continues to fuel cases around the world.
Masks return, COVID delta variant spreads
Masks are making a comeback thanks to the quick spread of the COVID-19 delta variant.