Republican lawmaker calls for emergency session to end statewide mask mandate

A Republican state senator Thursday called for a special legislative session to kill Gov. Tony Evers' statewide mask mandate aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19, calling it "illegal and unnecessary."

Fauci suggests goggles, eye shield for better protection against coronavirus

Fauci recommended goggles in addition to a face mask for those who want “perfect protection” from the COVID-19, but admitted it’s not “universally recommended.”

Trump says second stimulus checks could be 'way higher' than $1,200

President Trump suggested this week the next coronavirus relief package could include a direct cash payment for American families that's potentially higher than $1,200.

Colin Kaepernick, Dr. Fauci to receive Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope Award

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and Dr. Anthony Fauci have been recognized by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Organization to receive its most prestigious award. They were two of the five people chosen for the 2020 RFK Ripple of Hope Award.

'Highlight of my week:' Milwaukee woman and her dog beat pandemic blues with costumed walks
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COVID-19 has stolen a lot of summertime fun, so a Milwaukee woman is creating her own in Washington Heights. What started as an accident now has Flannery Pendergast going out of her way to make a scene, because being silly sure beats having the COVID-blues.

Cedarburg school board votes to require masks after seniors launched petition
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In a 5-1 vote, the Cedarburg School District board on Wednesday, July 29 passed a mask requirement for both teachers and students as part of its reopening plan.

7-year-old girl on mission to help friends less fortunate
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If you need a pick-me-up, there are a collection of feel-good stories at ShareLemonade.com. It's a place to celebrate the good. One freshly-picked story from the site features a young girl on a mission to help some friends less fortunate.

Scammers impersonating DEA employees are calling victims demanding money, threatening arrest

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is warning members of the public to be on the lookout for phone calls by scammers impersonating DEA employees attempting to defraud and/or extort those receiving the calls.