UK coronavirus variant widespread in Houston wastewater, health department says
The UK coronavirus variant B.1.1.7 has been detected at most wastewater treatment plants in Houston, suggesting “ongoing and uncontrolled community spread” of the strain, health officials say.
The UK coronavirus variant B.1.1.7 has been detected at most wastewater treatment plants in Houston, suggesting “ongoing and uncontrolled community spread” of the strain, health officials say.
Partnership expands access to COVID-19 vaccine on Milwaukee's south side
Ascension Wisconsin and Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers are working together to expand access to COVID-19 vaccinations on Milwaukee's south side.
Ascension Wisconsin and Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers are working together to expand access to COVID-19 vaccinations on Milwaukee's south side.
Know the difference between allergies and COVID-19 symptoms
Runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing -- the miserable signs of allergy season here in the Sunshine State. Local doctors say pollen levels are peaking in the next few weeks.
Runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing -- the miserable signs of allergy season here in the Sunshine State. Local doctors say pollen levels are peaking in the next few weeks.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
CDC relaxes COVID-19 safety measures for those who are vaccinated
The CDC is relaxing some of its COVID-19 safety measures for people who are fully vaccinated.
The CDC is relaxing some of its COVID-19 safety measures for people who are fully vaccinated.
COVID-19 claims 15 people in life of one Milwaukee woman
It was an unimaginable string of losses in the year since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. Kimberly Montgomery lost family members, friends and friends who were like family.
It was an unimaginable string of losses in the year since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. Kimberly Montgomery lost family members, friends and friends who were like family.
DHS: 178 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; no new deaths
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 178 Monday, March 8, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 566,781.
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 178 Monday, March 8, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 566,781.
Wisconsinites invited to chime in on Evers' Badger Bounceback agenda
There will be six opportunities for Wisconsinites to discuss and provide feedback on the Badger Bounceback agenda, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.
There will be six opportunities for Wisconsinites to discuss and provide feedback on the Badger Bounceback agenda, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.
DWD launches interactive map connecting job seekers to services
The Department of Workforce Development announced it is launching an interactive directory of services to connect Wisconsinites with workforce programs in their area.
The Department of Workforce Development announced it is launching an interactive directory of services to connect Wisconsinites with workforce programs in their area.
Pope Francis weighed Iraq virus risk but believes God will protect
Pope Francis said Monday he weighed the risks of a high-profile trip to Iraq during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Francis said Monday he weighed the risks of a high-profile trip to Iraq during the coronavirus pandemic.
Red Cross: Blood donation remains essential amid COVID-19 pandemic
The American Red Cross urges individuals who are healthy to make an appointment to donate blood.
The American Red Cross urges individuals who are healthy to make an appointment to donate blood.
Wisconsin anticipates 1st shipment of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is on its way to Wisconsin. This week's shipment is expected to have about 47,000 doses.
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is on its way to Wisconsin. This week's shipment is expected to have about 47,000 doses.
COVID pandemic has women 'contemplating leaving the workforce'
The founder of New Sage Strategies says women are feeling a lot of weight on their shoulders as the pandemic has put stress on families and homes.
The founder of New Sage Strategies says women are feeling a lot of weight on their shoulders as the pandemic has put stress on families and homes.
Elm Grove woman reflects on 1 year of sewing masks
At this point, we all have quite a collection of masks, many made by local people with a passion for sewing. One Elm Grove woman hasn't stopped as the need for masks continues.
At this point, we all have quite a collection of masks, many made by local people with a passion for sewing. One Elm Grove woman hasn't stopped as the need for masks continues.
COVID pandemic has women 'contemplating leaving the workforce'
The founder of New Sage Strategies says women are feeling a lot of weight on their shoulders as the pandemic has put stress on families and homes.
The founder of New Sage Strategies says women are feeling a lot of weight on their shoulders as the pandemic has put stress on families and homes.
West Bend company that makes lids for wipe canisters expands amid COVID
At the start of the coronavirus pandemic, they were just trying to catch up. Now, a West Bend company is in the heart of a major expansion project -- growing their Wisconsin footprint to meet the demand for disinfecting wipes.
At the start of the coronavirus pandemic, they were just trying to catch up. Now, a West Bend company is in the heart of a major expansion project -- growing their Wisconsin footprint to meet the demand for disinfecting wipes.
Harley-Davidson Museum reopens with new 'off-road' exhibit
After getting shut down for a second time this past November, the Harley Davidson Museum is finally able to welcome bikers and motorcycle lovers back onto their campus again.
After getting shut down for a second time this past November, the Harley Davidson Museum is finally able to welcome bikers and motorcycle lovers back onto their campus again.
'It's therapeutic:' Elm Grove woman reflects on 1 year of sewing masks
In the year since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, many things have become part of daily life. At this point, we all have quite a collection of masks, many made by local people with a passion for sewing. One Elm Grove woman hasn't stopped as the need for masks continues.
In the year since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, many things have become part of daily life. At this point, we all have quite a collection of masks, many made by local people with a passion for sewing. One Elm Grove woman hasn't stopped as the need for masks continues.
Unpredictability of COVID-19 severity may come down to antibody response, study shows
A new study is helping give researchers a better understanding of why a person infected with COVID-19 would become seriously ill - and it may come down to the type of antibody the person produces.
A new study is helping give researchers a better understanding of why a person infected with COVID-19 would become seriously ill - and it may come down to the type of antibody the person produces.
COVID-19 pill effective in preliminary testing may be 'holy grail' of pandemic, doctor says
The drug would function as an at-home, five-day treatment, similar to Tamiflu, to stop the virus from reproducing before causing major damage. Details, here:
The drug would function as an at-home, five-day treatment, similar to Tamiflu, to stop the virus from reproducing before causing major damage. Details, here: