Massachusetts man gave ‘COVID hugs’ to cancer survivor, other strangers at Walmart, police say
One victim, a cancer survivor, told police the man walked up to him, took an item out of his hands and hugged him.
One victim, a cancer survivor, told police the man walked up to him, took an item out of his hands and hugged him.
With Chicago's Wisconsin travel advisory lifted, some resume travel plans: 'It's a little better'
The City of Chicago restriction on travel to and from Wisconsin was lifted earlier this week, leading some to resume summer travel plans.
The City of Chicago restriction on travel to and from Wisconsin was lifted earlier this week, leading some to resume summer travel plans.
Teachers turn COVID-19 desk shields into Jeeps: 'Playful, not imprisoned'
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
Charges: St. Paul man used COVID-19 relief loan to buy motorcycle, pay golf expenses
A St. Paul man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he lied to obtain a loan intended to help companies struggling due to COVID-19 restrictions and used the money on personal expenses including a new motorcycle.
A St. Paul man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he lied to obtain a loan intended to help companies struggling due to COVID-19 restrictions and used the money on personal expenses including a new motorcycle.
DHS: 70K+ confirmed COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin; 60K+ recovered, 1,081 deaths
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Saturday reported more than 900 new coronavirus cases and 13 new deaths.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Saturday reported more than 900 new coronavirus cases and 13 new deaths.
Roanoke removes 6 students due to party and COVID-19 cases
The Roanoke Times reports that four students have tested positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
The Roanoke Times reports that four students have tested positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
As more colleges stay online, students demand tuition cuts
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
'Long time coming:' Select Marcus Theatres locations reopen with new COVID-19 safety practices
Marcus Theatres reopened some locations in southeastern Wisconsin on Friday, bringing back a small piece of pre-pandemic life.
Marcus Theatres reopened some locations in southeastern Wisconsin on Friday, bringing back a small piece of pre-pandemic life.
Heavy buyer demand and low rates send US home sales surging amid COVID-19 pandemic
Spurred by ultra-low mortgage rates, home buyers rushed last month to snap up a limited supply of existing houses, causing the pace of purchases to jump by a record-high 24.7%.
Spurred by ultra-low mortgage rates, home buyers rushed last month to snap up a limited supply of existing houses, causing the pace of purchases to jump by a record-high 24.7%.
Low humidity, drier air may contribute to increased COVID-19 transmission risk, researchers find
A study conducted by University of Sydney researchers found that climate conditions with low humidity and dry air may help the spread of the novel coronavirus.
A study conducted by University of Sydney researchers found that climate conditions with low humidity and dry air may help the spread of the novel coronavirus.
COVID-19 deaths across world surpass 700,000, according to Johns Hopkins
The milestone comes at a time when children are preparing to return to school and COVID-19 cases are surging across the U.S.
The milestone comes at a time when children are preparing to return to school and COVID-19 cases are surging across the U.S.
'Falling behind:' Cedarburg School District yet to announce plans for students with special needs, parent says
One Cedarburg School District parent said administrators are yet to announce a learning plan for students with special needs, such as her daughter.
One Cedarburg School District parent said administrators are yet to announce a learning plan for students with special needs, such as her daughter.
'Hearts of our communities:' Gov. Evers urges COVID-19 safety as Wisconsin schools resume classes
Gov. Tony Evers on Friday shared his goals as Wisconsin schools begin reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Tony Evers on Friday shared his goals as Wisconsin schools begin reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Millions of jobs lost to coronavirus pandemic could take years to return
The damage inflicted to the jobs market is expected to persist for years, IRS projections show.
The damage inflicted to the jobs market is expected to persist for years, IRS projections show.
Milwaukee Health Department approves COVID-19 safety plans for 10 schools
The Milwaukee Health Department has approved plans for 10 schools that would allows them to engage in non-virtual learning options.
The Milwaukee Health Department has approved plans for 10 schools that would allows them to engage in non-virtual learning options.
Iowa Hawkeyes drop 4 sports amid financial crisis tied to virus
Athletic departments across the country are facing financial hardships because of the cancellation of the NCAA men's basketball tournament and shortened or canceled football seasons. The Big Ten and Pac-12 aren't playing football this fall, and teams in the three other Power Five conferences are planning to play fewer games.
Athletic departments across the country are facing financial hardships because of the cancellation of the NCAA men's basketball tournament and shortened or canceled football seasons. The Big Ten and Pac-12 aren't playing football this fall, and teams in the three other Power Five conferences are planning to play fewer games.
Thompson won't say when UW System campuses would close due to COVID-19
Interim University of Wisconsin System President Tommy Thompson said that he has a threshold in mind for when a COVID-19 outbreak would trigger campuses to shut down, but he's not saying what it is.
Interim University of Wisconsin System President Tommy Thompson said that he has a threshold in mind for when a COVID-19 outbreak would trigger campuses to shut down, but he's not saying what it is.
DHS: 826 new COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin; 69K+ total cases, 60K+ recovered, 1,068 deaths
The Wisconsin Department of health services reported more than 800 new cases of the coronavirus, and one new death, on Friday.
The Wisconsin Department of health services reported more than 800 new cases of the coronavirus, and one new death, on Friday.
Big Ten parents at protest want details on no-play decision
The Big Ten and Pac-12 announced Aug. 11 that health and safety concerns over the coronavirus led them to shut down football this fall. The other three major conferences, the Atlantic Coast, Big 12 and Southeastern, are planning to play.
The Big Ten and Pac-12 announced Aug. 11 that health and safety concerns over the coronavirus led them to shut down football this fall. The other three major conferences, the Atlantic Coast, Big 12 and Southeastern, are planning to play.
Movie theater trade group establishes COVID-19 protocols
The trade organization is announcing a set of health and safety protocols Friday based on research and guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization and the Occupational Safety and Heath Administration. Over 300 companies representing more than 2,600 theater locations in the U.S. have already signed on to the CinemaSafe program.
The trade organization is announcing a set of health and safety protocols Friday based on research and guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization and the Occupational Safety and Heath Administration. Over 300 companies representing more than 2,600 theater locations in the U.S. have already signed on to the CinemaSafe program.