Gov. Evers hints Wisconsin schools should consider reopening

Wisconsin's Democratic governor and former state schools superintendent issued an order in March closing all schools as the coronavirus pandemic took hold.

DHS: 4,034 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; 57 new deaths

State health officials reported, 4,034 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Thursday, Dec. 10 and 57 new deaths.

Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for COVID-19

Ellen DeGeneres said Thursday she has tested positive for COVID-19 and is "feeling fine right now."

Wednesday was one of the deadliest days in American history, topping D-Day, 9/11

Just when the U.S. appears on the verge of rolling out a COVID-19 vaccine, the numbers have become gloomier than ever: Over 3,000 American deaths in a single day, more than on D-Day or 9/11. One million new cases in the span of five days. More than 106,000 people in the hospital.

Texas mom writes 'Santa letters' for front-line parents this Christmas

A Texas mom is helping parents working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic this Christmas by crafting special letters from Santa Claus. 

Surgeon general suggests getting tested 3-5 days after each gathering without masks

The United States Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams suggested on Twitter that those who are gathering outside their household without masks should get tested 3-5 days after each gathering.

Milwaukee Co. officials give COVID-19 update

Milwaukee County health officials and leaders provide an update on the COVID-19 testing, an urgent appeal for funding to the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation and the weekly epidemiology report. 

'Demand has skyrocketed:' Hunger Task Force new HQ 5 times the size

For the Hunger Task Force, the coronavirus pandemic has sped up a need for more space as a result of the "skyrocketing" demand for food.

Calls for mental health help up 128% in Milwaukee County

When comparing November 2020 to November 2019, psychological 911 calls are up 128% in Milwaukee County. 

COVID-19 vaccine: UW Health expert urges trust in FDA's process

Staff at UW Health are already preparing for a COVID-19 vaccine, practicing vaccinations this week in anticipation of FDA emergency use authorization.

Wisconsin could play key role in COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Once allowed, Pfizer plans to ship vaccines largely from two hubs -- one in Pleasant Prairie, one in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Surge of medical school applications amid COVID-19 pandemic dubbed ‘Fauci effect’

Applications for medical school have increased significantly amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, with several organizations referring to the surge in interest in the profession as the “Fauci effect.”

Wisconsin DHS: COVID-19 cases up 3,619; deaths up 81

More than 2.6 million people have been tested for COVID-19 in Wisconsin, of which more than 2.2 have tested negative.

Delta Air Lines bans hundreds of people over refusal to wear masks

Delta Air Lines CEO says the airline has put hundreds of people on a no-fly list over their refusal to follow its face-covering policy.