DHS: Record 3,132 new COVID-19 cases for single day, 9 new deaths
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Thursday, Oct. 8 reported 3,132 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state -- a new daily record.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Thursday, Oct. 8 reported 3,132 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state -- a new daily record.
Milwaukee County officials offer update on COVID-19
Thursday's briefing provides updates on the impact of the state’s capacity-limit order on county facilities, the Moving Milwaukee Forward Plan and the weekly epidemiology report.
Thursday's briefing provides updates on the impact of the state’s capacity-limit order on county facilities, the Moving Milwaukee Forward Plan and the weekly epidemiology report.
California governor's office says to put on mask between bites
A confusing message released by Governor Gavin Newsom's office encourages people to wear a mask "between bites" when dining out in public, while also saying you should "minimize the number of times you take your mask off."
A confusing message released by Governor Gavin Newsom's office encourages people to wear a mask "between bites" when dining out in public, while also saying you should "minimize the number of times you take your mask off."
Tensions rise as COVID-19 cases surge in Wisconsin, Dakotas
A surge of coronavirus cases in Wisconsin and the Dakotas is forcing a scramble for hospital beds and raising political tensions, as the Upper Midwest and Plains emerge as one of the nation’s most troubling hot spots.
A surge of coronavirus cases in Wisconsin and the Dakotas is forcing a scramble for hospital beds and raising political tensions, as the Upper Midwest and Plains emerge as one of the nation’s most troubling hot spots.
Dead mink in Taylor County tests positive for COVID-19
A dead mink at a Taylor County mink farm has tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans.
A dead mink at a Taylor County mink farm has tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans.
IRS reaching out to millions who have not claimed $1,200 stimulus check
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
Gov. Evers activates field hospital as COVID-19 keeps surging
The pandemic is "out of control in Wisconsin." Those are the words used by Governor Tony Evers on Wednesday, Oct. 7.
The pandemic is "out of control in Wisconsin." Those are the words used by Governor Tony Evers on Wednesday, Oct. 7.
Wisconsin DHS: 2,319 new COVID-19 cases, 16 new deaths confirmed
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Wednesday, Oct. 7 reported 2,319 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Wednesday, Oct. 7 reported 2,319 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state.
Trump administration to limit skilled-worker visas citing COVID-19 job losses
The Trump administration has announced plans to sharply limit visas issued to skilled workers from overseas.
The Trump administration has announced plans to sharply limit visas issued to skilled workers from overseas.
What do we know about superspreader events in the pandemic?
What do we know about superspreader events in the pandemic?
What do we know about superspreader events in the pandemic?
Trump says he'd sign off on specific coronavirus relief measures after halting talks
President Trump on Tuesday said he would sign off on specific coronavirus relief measures aimed at helping the airlines and small businesses.
President Trump on Tuesday said he would sign off on specific coronavirus relief measures aimed at helping the airlines and small businesses.
Distance learning brings glitchy connections, cramped quarters, more time with family
Sure it's nice to sleep in and do math problems in comfy clothes. But there are a host of other problems, like a lack of technology and even textbooks making virtual learning more difficult, especially for those at the lower end of the socioeconomic rung.
Sure it's nice to sleep in and do math problems in comfy clothes. But there are a host of other problems, like a lack of technology and even textbooks making virtual learning more difficult, especially for those at the lower end of the socioeconomic rung.
Steny's owner calls new 25% occupancy restriction 'devastating'
Starting Thursday, Oct. 8, capacity will again be restricted to 25% at bars and restaurants to help stem the spread of COVID-19.
Starting Thursday, Oct. 8, capacity will again be restricted to 25% at bars and restaurants to help stem the spread of COVID-19.
Miller Park will become main COVID-19 test site as Guard moves out
The new central hub for drive-up COVID-19 testing opens at Miller Park Oct. 19.
The new central hub for drive-up COVID-19 testing opens at Miller Park Oct. 19.
'Doesn't make sense:' Shorewood votes 7-0 to cancel trick or treat
The Shorewood Village Board voted unanimously on Monday night, Oct. 5 to not have village-sanctioned trick-or-treating.
The Shorewood Village Board voted unanimously on Monday night, Oct. 5 to not have village-sanctioned trick-or-treating.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers restricts public indoor gatherings
Gov. Tony Evers' administration issued a new order Tuesday limiting the size of public indoor gatherings.
Gov. Tony Evers' administration issued a new order Tuesday limiting the size of public indoor gatherings.
Trump halts COVID-19 stimulus talks until after election
President Donald Trump says he has instructed aides to stop negotiating on another round of COVID-19 relief until after the election.
President Donald Trump says he has instructed aides to stop negotiating on another round of COVID-19 relief until after the election.
Experts say Trump's messaging on COVID-19 misguided
President Donald Trump says people shouldn't fear the coronavirus, but public health experts note that 1 million worldwide deaths are among reasons to be concerned.
President Donald Trump says people shouldn't fear the coronavirus, but public health experts note that 1 million worldwide deaths are among reasons to be concerned.
Packers announce 'indefinite hold' on hosting fans at Lambeau
According to Packers.com, the decision was made "due to the concerning increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the Green Bay area and across Wisconsin."
According to Packers.com, the decision was made "due to the concerning increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the Green Bay area and across Wisconsin."
Wisconsin DHS: 2,020 new COVID-19 cases, 18 new deaths confirmed
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Tuesday, Oct. 6 reported 2,020 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Tuesday, Oct. 6 reported 2,020 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state.