'I have a lot of optimism:' Students return to Carroll University, COVID-19 safety measures taken
Students at Carroll University were welcomed back this week, and the university has new guidelines in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Students at Carroll University were welcomed back this week, and the university has new guidelines in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
‘The worst fall from a public health perspective’: CDC director warns of dual threat of COVID-19 and flu
CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield warned that if Americans don’t practice basic measures to fight the spread of the coronavirus now, the U.S. could face “the worst fall from a public health perspective.”
CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield warned that if Americans don’t practice basic measures to fight the spread of the coronavirus now, the U.S. could face “the worst fall from a public health perspective.”
'Mitigate spread:' Milwaukee Health Department issues guidance for reopening schools
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department on Friday, Aug. 14 released more guidance for reopening schools in the fall, applying to all schools within the city's boundaries.
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department on Friday, Aug. 14 released more guidance for reopening schools in the fall, applying to all schools within the city's boundaries.
Dermatologist weighs in on mask-related acne: 'It’s not a reason not to wear a mask'
The widespread use of masks has coined a new term: maskne. While it may not be a real word, dermatologists say it's a real problem.
The widespread use of masks has coined a new term: maskne. While it may not be a real word, dermatologists say it's a real problem.
How to make your own disinfectant wipes at home — safely and easily
You can make your own disinfectant wipes but you must be careful.
You can make your own disinfectant wipes but you must be careful.
DHS: 1,021 new COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin; 64K+ total cases, 54K+ recovered, 1,025 deaths
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Friday reported at least 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus for the seventh time.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Friday reported at least 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus for the seventh time.
Attendees sit on own platforms at socially distanced outdoor concert held in UK amid pandemic
Virgin Money Unity Arena is a new pop-up venue dedicated to providing a safe concert-going experience amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Virgin Money Unity Arena is a new pop-up venue dedicated to providing a safe concert-going experience amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
US retail sales rise for 3rd month amid COVID-19 pandemic but slowdown expected
The gains of the past three months have now restored retail purchases to their levels before they plunged in March and April when the pandemic shuttered businesses and paralyzed the economy.
The gains of the past three months have now restored retail purchases to their levels before they plunged in March and April when the pandemic shuttered businesses and paralyzed the economy.
US, Mexico and Canada agree to extend non-essential travel ban through Sept. 21 amid COVID-19 pandemic
U.S. Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf confirmed the extension on Friday.
U.S. Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf confirmed the extension on Friday.
3 arrested in attack on teenage Chili's worker enforcing coronavirus rules, police say
The 17-year-old hostess told news outlets she was working at a Baton Rouge Chili’s last weekend when a party of 11 people arrived and wanted to be seated together.
The 17-year-old hostess told news outlets she was working at a Baton Rouge Chili’s last weekend when a party of 11 people arrived and wanted to be seated together.
Residents pitch in to buy bike for 13-year-old girl who had hers stolen
Residents of Paddock Lake, along with the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department, helped brighten a day for a 13-year-old girl.
Residents of Paddock Lake, along with the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department, helped brighten a day for a 13-year-old girl.
People in Florida being fined for not wearing masks
Police in Miami Beach are reportedly handing out fines for not wearing face masks to people even while they're outside restaurants looking over a menu.
Police in Miami Beach are reportedly handing out fines for not wearing face masks to people even while they're outside restaurants looking over a menu.
More than a quarter of young adults contemplated suicide during coronavirus pandemic, CDC says
The CDC mental health survey found that younger adults, minorities, essential workers and unpaid adult caregivers have been disproportionately impacted.
The CDC mental health survey found that younger adults, minorities, essential workers and unpaid adult caregivers have been disproportionately impacted.
Oak Creek-Franklin schools to begin 2020-21 year virtually; return to in-person learning possible
The Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District's school board on Thursday voted to begin the upcoming year with virtual learning, adopting a phased approach to reopening.
The Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District's school board on Thursday voted to begin the upcoming year with virtual learning, adopting a phased approach to reopening.
Dallas mom transmits COVID-19 to unborn daughter, hospital says
It appears a Dallas newborn got sick from the coronavirus while still in the womb.
It appears a Dallas newborn got sick from the coronavirus while still in the womb.
Coronavirus capable of traveling 16 feet, according to Univ. of Florida researchers
Researchers at the University of Florida have conducted a study that shows coronavirus can travel up to 16 feet, and that it is still capable of infection at that distance. The team said their findings "strengthen the notion that airborne transmission of viable SARS-CoV-2 is likely and plays a critical role in the spread of COVID-19.”
Researchers at the University of Florida have conducted a study that shows coronavirus can travel up to 16 feet, and that it is still capable of infection at that distance. The team said their findings "strengthen the notion that airborne transmission of viable SARS-CoV-2 is likely and plays a critical role in the spread of COVID-19.”
CDC says masks with exhalation valves do not prevent spread of COVID-19
The CDC updated its guidance on facial coverings, warning people against wearing masks with exhalation valves or vents, saying they allow air to exhale from the masks, potentially transmitting infectious respiratory droplets to others.
The CDC updated its guidance on facial coverings, warning people against wearing masks with exhalation valves or vents, saying they allow air to exhale from the masks, potentially transmitting infectious respiratory droplets to others.
Study: Wearing neck gaiters as mask may increase risk of COVID-19 spread
A recent study by Duke University researchers showed that while some masks are effective in helping prevent COVID-19 spread, others — like neck gaiters — do not appear to provide much benefit, and could potentially increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus through respiratory droplets.
A recent study by Duke University researchers showed that while some masks are effective in helping prevent COVID-19 spread, others — like neck gaiters — do not appear to provide much benefit, and could potentially increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus through respiratory droplets.
Wisconsin DMV extends deadline for drivers over 60 to renew licenses
Drivers 60 years of age, whose driver license expired after March 12, now have until Nov. 23 to renew their license.
Drivers 60 years of age, whose driver license expired after March 12, now have until Nov. 23 to renew their license.
95-year-old World War II veteran leaves Dallas hospital after beating COVID-19
A 95-year old World War II veteran beat COVID-19 and left a Dallas hospital Thursday after a two-week battle with the virus.
A 95-year old World War II veteran beat COVID-19 and left a Dallas hospital Thursday after a two-week battle with the virus.