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7,500 to be vaccinated in Milwaukee, 'largest ever within 1 week'

February 28, 2021 9:00pm CST

Teachers and child care professionals become eligible for the coronavirus vaccine March 1, with health departments still trying to vaccinate the last eligible group, Wisconsinites age 65 and older.

CDC signs off on Johnson & Johnson's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine

February 28, 2021 6:13pm CST

The 12-0 vote, with one recusal for a potential conflict of interest, comes following an official emergency use authorization by the Food and Drug Administration on Saturday.

Johnson & Johnson’s 1-dose COVID-19 vaccine approved for emergency use, FDA says

February 27, 2021 5:21pm CST

Johnson & Johnson’s one-dose COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

MPS workers eligible for COVID-19 vaccine; here's how to register

February 27, 2021 3:58pm CST

Milwaukee Public Schools announced Friday, Feb. 26 that registration is open to district employees. Here's what you need to know.

Vaccines for teachers set aside, but how long until they're all vaccinated?

February 26, 2021 6:13pm CST

Some of California’s 300,000 teachers have already been vaccinated, but many of those who haven’t, and their unions, say they don’t feel safe to return unless they’ve been vaccinated and schools improve ventilation.

Wisconsin's vaccine priority draws criticism: 'Real disappointment'

February 26, 2021 4:52pm CST

Another wave of Wisconsin residents will soon be eligible to receive their COVID-19 vaccine shots There is already growing confusion and criticism over who health officials say should be prioritized among the new groups.

Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine endorsed by FDA expert panel

February 26, 2021 4:28pm CST

U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.

DHS: 656 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 5 new deaths

February 26, 2021 1:53pm CST

The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 656 Friday, Feb. 26, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, for a total of 562,807.

Wisconsin DHS launches COVID-19 vaccine provider map

February 26, 2021 12:17pm CST

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released on Friday, Feb. 26 a new resource aimed at helping people connect with vaccine providers -- a Wisconsin COVID-19 vaccine provider map.

Health departments feel the high demand for COVID-19 vaccine

February 25, 2021 10:14pm CST

As Wisconsin prepares to open up vaccine eligibility, thousands are on waiting lists at local health departments.

Milwaukee faces steep vaccine demand with educators soon eligible

February 25, 2021 8:55pm CST

The City of Milwaukee said teachers who live or work within city limits will be able to sign up for an appointment at the Wisconsin Center on Monday.

Moderna to reap $18.4B off COVID-19 vaccines in 2021

February 25, 2021 5:52pm CST

Massachusetts-based biotech company Moderna on Thursday announced it expects $18.4 billion in product sales in 2021 for its COVID-19 vaccine.

Biden marks 50 million COVID-19 vaccine doses in first 5 weeks in office

February 25, 2021 5:13pm CST

President Joe Biden marked the administration of the 50 millionth dose of COVID-19 vaccine since his swearing-in.

DHS: 840 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 52 new deaths

February 25, 2021 1:57pm CST

The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 840 Thursday, Feb. 25, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, for a total of 562,151.

Wisconsin DHS: Teachers, people 65+ among priority vaccine group

February 25, 2021 1:47pm CST

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Thursday, Feb. 25 announced that new groups will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting March 1.