England gets COVID-19 lockdown No. 3, at least 6 weeks at home

England is entering a third national lockdown that will last at least six weeks, as authorities struggle to stem a surge in COVID-19 infections.

CDC releases updated report on highly-contagious new strain of COVID-19

A more contagious strain of COVID-19 has now been found in four states, including Florida. Health experts say the rapid spread of the virus could threaten our healthcare system.

Man infected with coronavirus variant in upstate New York

A New York state resident with no known travel history has tested positive for the strain of the novel coronavirus that was first detected in the U.K.

Prosecutor: WI pharmacist thought COVID-19 vaccine was unsafe

A Wisconsin pharmacist told police he tried to ruin hundreds of doses of coronavirus vaccine because he felt the medicine wasn't safe, a prosecutor said Monday.

Trebek urges support for COVID-19 victims in 1 of last shows

In a message taped for what turned out to be his final week as “Jeopardy!” host, Alex Trebek urged the game show's viewers to honor the season of giving by helping victims of the coronavirus epidemic.

Man allegedly pulls gun over lack of masks at fitness club

A Twin Cities-area man accused of pointing a gun at a fitness club manager after complaining that members were exercising without masks was charged Monday with assault with a dangerous weapon.

New UK lockdown issued until mid-February to combat fast-spreading COVID-19 strain

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday a new national lockdown for England until at least mid-February to combat a fast-spreading new variant of the coronavirus, even as Britain ramped up its vaccination program by becoming the first nation to start using the shot developed by Oxford University and drugmaker AstraZeneca.

Stimulus checks now cashable on Venmo

Venmo has rolled out a new feature allowing users to cash printed, payroll and government checks directly from their smartphone into their accounts.

Gov. Tony Evers calls on Legislature to pass COVID-19 bill first

Gov. Tony Evers called on the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature to pass his proposed COVID-19 relief bill before any other in the session.

COVID-19 pandemic grounds bald eagle count for 1st time in 50 years

The COVID-19 pandemic prevented an annual aerial survey of bald eagle nests in Wisconsin for the first time in almost 50 years.

COVID-19 outbreak infects 44 staff members at Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center, 1 dead

Additionally, the hospital says a holiday-spirited costume that was air-powered and worn by a staff member who was briefly in the emergency department on Christmas day may have played a role in the 44 infections.

MPS students recognized for work in 1st virtual enrichment program

A pair of MPS students were recognized Sunday for their exceptional work in the district's first virtual summer enrichment program.

Menomonee Falls business helps neighbor, plus frontline workers

Pizza Crafters sold $1,800 worth of gift cards to MEI Elevator Solutions, some of which were gifted by the businesses to frontline workers.

Fauci sees 'glimmer of hope' as US COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up

Fauci said he has seen “some little glimmer of hope” after 1.5 million doses were administered in the previous 72 hours, a strong increase in vaccinations.