Interactive map: See probability of encountering COVID-19 at event where you live
The assessment tool gives a glimpse of the risk level-- the estimated chance (0-100%)--that at least one infected person will be present at an event in your county, based on the size of the event.
The assessment tool gives a glimpse of the risk level-- the estimated chance (0-100%)--that at least one infected person will be present at an event in your county, based on the size of the event.
Poll: 1 in 3 Americans say they would not get coronavirus vaccine if it were ready now
As many as one in three Americans said they would not get a vaccine for COVID-19 — even if the vaccine were FDA-approved and free of charge.
As many as one in three Americans said they would not get a vaccine for COVID-19 — even if the vaccine were FDA-approved and free of charge.
Kenosha Unified School District to ensure all students have computers in time for fall classes
The Kenosha Unified School District plans to ensure that all students have a computer in time to start remote learning for the 2020-21 school year.
The Kenosha Unified School District plans to ensure that all students have a computer in time to start remote learning for the 2020-21 school year.
Some Milwaukee restaurants' safety plans approved by health department ahead of September deadline
In addition to regular disinfecting and sanitizing, and reminders scattered throughout the restaurants, a new part of the Lowlands Group plan includes a cleaning log.
In addition to regular disinfecting and sanitizing, and reminders scattered throughout the restaurants, a new part of the Lowlands Group plan includes a cleaning log.
Minnesotans attending Sturgis asked to voluntarily self-isolate for 14 days upon return
Minnesota health leaders are asking Minnesotans who will be attending the annual Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota to voluntarily self-isolate for 14 days after they return.
Minnesota health leaders are asking Minnesotans who will be attending the annual Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota to voluntarily self-isolate for 14 days after they return.
DHS: 989 new COVID-19 cases; 58K+ total cases, 990 deaths, 48K+ recovered
The Wisconsin Department of Health Service reported more 58,000 positive cases of the coronavirus in the state, including 990 deaths.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Service reported more 58,000 positive cases of the coronavirus in the state, including 990 deaths.
Pub in Spain bans popular sing-along song amid coronavirus fears: 'There will be no... touching hands'
There will also be no 'touching you'.
There will also be no 'touching you'.
Study suggests COVID-19 patients not showing symptoms may carry just as much of the virus
New research suggests that asymptomatic people who are infected with the novel coronavirus carry similar levels of the virus in their body as those with symptoms — and for almost as long.
New research suggests that asymptomatic people who are infected with the novel coronavirus carry similar levels of the virus in their body as those with symptoms — and for almost as long.
Cardinals’ game against Cubs postponed after positive test
The Cardinals have been off since last Friday, when two players returned positive coronavirus tests. Eight players in total have tested positive, including star catcher Yadier Molina.
The Cardinals have been off since last Friday, when two players returned positive coronavirus tests. Eight players in total have tested positive, including star catcher Yadier Molina.
Long-lost sisters reunite after more than 50 years — all because of COVID-19 and a broken arm
When Bev Boro saw Doris Crippen’s name on a patient care board, she immediately recognized the name.
When Bev Boro saw Doris Crippen’s name on a patient care board, she immediately recognized the name.
Brewers On Deck 2021 canceled amid concerns for health of fans, players
The winter event allows fans to meet current and former players of the Milwaukee Brewers ahead of Spring Training.
The winter event allows fans to meet current and former players of the Milwaukee Brewers ahead of Spring Training.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tests negative after positive COVID-19 test before Trump visit
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's office said he took the test as part of standard protocol before meeting Trump at an airport in Cleveland.
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's office said he took the test as part of standard protocol before meeting Trump at an airport in Cleveland.
Southwest Airlines no longer cleaning armrests, seat belts between flights
The airline said it will be prioritizing high-touch areas like tray tables and lavatories.
The airline said it will be prioritizing high-touch areas like tray tables and lavatories.
Russia's race for coronavirus vaccine raises concerns in the West
Russia is boasting that it’s about to be the first country to approve a COVID-19 vaccine, with mass vaccinations planned as early as October using shots that are yet to complete clinical trials.
Russia is boasting that it’s about to be the first country to approve a COVID-19 vaccine, with mass vaccinations planned as early as October using shots that are yet to complete clinical trials.
City cracks down on illegal Milwaukee rooming house; tenants, unaware of violations, evicted
The City of Milwaukee has cracked down on an illegal rooming house on the city's south side. It's residents, unaware of building violations, were evicted -- some of whom had nowhere to go.
The City of Milwaukee has cracked down on an illegal rooming house on the city's south side. It's residents, unaware of building violations, were evicted -- some of whom had nowhere to go.
HHS Secretary Azar optimistic millions of vaccine doses will be ready by year’s end
With more than 63 million coronavirus tests having been conducted in the US, the Secretary of Health and Human Services is now expressing optimism about the prospect of millions of vaccine doses by year’s end.
With more than 63 million coronavirus tests having been conducted in the US, the Secretary of Health and Human Services is now expressing optimism about the prospect of millions of vaccine doses by year’s end.
In light of DNC changes, some ponder Milwaukee hosting 2024 convention
With the Democratic National Convention to be held almost entirely virtually, some have wondered -- should Milwaukee get a raincheck for 2024?
With the Democratic National Convention to be held almost entirely virtually, some have wondered -- should Milwaukee get a raincheck for 2024?
66 players opt out of NFL season due to coronavirus pandemic
Twenty offensive linemen and 11 on defense opted out before Thursday's deadline. Players with a medical opt out will receive a $350,000 stipend, while those voluntarily opting out receive $150,000 as an advance against future salaries.
Twenty offensive linemen and 11 on defense opted out before Thursday's deadline. Players with a medical opt out will receive a $350,000 stipend, while those voluntarily opting out receive $150,000 as an advance against future salaries.
University of Washington model predicts nearly 300,000 COVID-19 deaths in US by Dec. 1
A widely cited University of Washington model predicts U.S. deaths from COVID-19 will reach nearly 300,000 by Dec. 1.
A widely cited University of Washington model predicts U.S. deaths from COVID-19 will reach nearly 300,000 by Dec. 1.
Alaska Airlines no longer making face mask exemptions, banning passengers who refuse
Alaska Airlines has intensified its mask mandate as the coronavirus pandemic continues, requiring all passengers over the age of 2 to wear a facial covering — with no exceptions.
Alaska Airlines has intensified its mask mandate as the coronavirus pandemic continues, requiring all passengers over the age of 2 to wear a facial covering — with no exceptions.