More payments, extended benefits: Inside the GOP's COVID stimulus proposal
NEW YORK -- Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is expected to release a $1 trillion coronavirus relief proposal on Monday after days of disagreements between the White House and GOP lawmakers, kickstarting negotiations with Democrats over the next round of aid for American workers and businesses.The framework is expected to extend — but reduce substantially — just-expired expanded unemployment benefits, send a fresh round of $1,200 stimulus checks to American adults earning less than $75,000 in August and funnel tens of billions of dollars in aid to schools and universities.McConnell's anticipated release of the proposal comes after top Trump administration officials, Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, paid two visits to the Capitol to work on bill text with staff.The appearances at the Capitol by Mnuchin and Meadows were part of an effort to convey to skeptical Republicans the legislation was supported by Trump — not just McConnell.“Half of the Republicans are going to vote no,” Sen.
NEW YORK -- Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is expected to release a $1 trillion coronavirus relief proposal on Monday after days of disagreements between the White House and GOP lawmakers, kickstarting negotiations with Democrats over the next round of aid for American workers and businesses.The framework is expected to extend — but reduce substantially — just-expired expanded unemployment benefits, send a fresh round of $1,200 stimulus checks to American adults earning less than $75,000 in August and funnel tens of billions of dollars in aid to schools and universities.McConnell's anticipated release of the proposal comes after top Trump administration officials, Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, paid two visits to the Capitol to work on bill text with staff.The appearances at the Capitol by Mnuchin and Meadows were part of an effort to convey to skeptical Republicans the legislation was supported by Trump — not just McConnell.“Half of the Republicans are going to vote no,” Sen.
Gold soars to all-time high as dollar dive adds fuel to record run
NEW YORK -- Gold prices jumped to record highs on Monday as an intensifying U.S.-China row hammered the dollar and cemented expectations that central banks would continue pumping out stimulus to ease the economic pain from a worsening coronavirus pandemic.Spot gold rose 1.5% to $1,928.83 per ounce by 0306 GMT after hitting an all-time high of $1,933.30.
NEW YORK -- Gold prices jumped to record highs on Monday as an intensifying U.S.-China row hammered the dollar and cemented expectations that central banks would continue pumping out stimulus to ease the economic pain from a worsening coronavirus pandemic.Spot gold rose 1.5% to $1,928.83 per ounce by 0306 GMT after hitting an all-time high of $1,933.30.
Target to close stores on Thanksgiving Day, they say 'this isn't the year for crowds'
NEW YORK -- Target says that they will not be open on Thanksgiving Day this year.The major retailer announced the closure on Monday while discussing holiday plans for the upcoming season.
NEW YORK -- Target says that they will not be open on Thanksgiving Day this year.The major retailer announced the closure on Monday while discussing holiday plans for the upcoming season.
Report: Marlins home opener canceled with 12 players, 2 coaches testing positive for COVID-19
PHILADELPHIA -- 12 Miami players and two members of the coaching staff have reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus in Philadelphia.ESPN's Jeff Passan reports the team's home opener has been canceled as the team remains in Philadelphia to undergo testing with those who tested positive under quarantine.The number of total cases in the clubhouse in recent days is now at least 14.The Miami Marlins scratched right-hander Jose Urena from his scheduled start Sunday in Philadelphia and delayed their postgame trip home amid concerns about a possible coronavirus outbreak within the team.No reason was given for Urena being scratched in the series finale, which Miami won 11-6.Manager Don Mattingly said the Marlins decided to wait until Monday to leave Philadelphia, and they planned to arrive in Miami hours before their now-canceled home opener against Baltimore.“The guys that tested positive are quarantined here in Philly,” Mattingly said.
PHILADELPHIA -- 12 Miami players and two members of the coaching staff have reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus in Philadelphia.ESPN's Jeff Passan reports the team's home opener has been canceled as the team remains in Philadelphia to undergo testing with those who tested positive under quarantine.The number of total cases in the clubhouse in recent days is now at least 14.The Miami Marlins scratched right-hander Jose Urena from his scheduled start Sunday in Philadelphia and delayed their postgame trip home amid concerns about a possible coronavirus outbreak within the team.No reason was given for Urena being scratched in the series finale, which Miami won 11-6.Manager Don Mattingly said the Marlins decided to wait until Monday to leave Philadelphia, and they planned to arrive in Miami hours before their now-canceled home opener against Baltimore.“The guys that tested positive are quarantined here in Philly,” Mattingly said.
South Florida police officer dies from complications related to COVID-19, chief says
LAUDERHILL, Fla. - The Lauderhill Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own, after one of their fellow officers died after a battle with the coronavirus.On Sunday, the agency said Officer Corey Pendergrass died from complications related to COVID-19.
LAUDERHILL, Fla. - The Lauderhill Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own, after one of their fellow officers died after a battle with the coronavirus.On Sunday, the agency said Officer Corey Pendergrass died from complications related to COVID-19.
Virus vaccine put to final test in thousands of volunteers
NEW YORK -- The world’s biggest COVID-19 vaccine study got underway Monday with the first of 30,000 planned volunteers helping to test shots created by the U.S. government -- one of several candidates in the final stretch of the global vaccine race.There’s still no guarantee that the experimental vaccine, developed by the National Institutes of Health and Moderna Inc., will really protect.The needed proof: Volunteers won’t know if they’re getting the real shot or a dummy version.
NEW YORK -- The world’s biggest COVID-19 vaccine study got underway Monday with the first of 30,000 planned volunteers helping to test shots created by the U.S. government -- one of several candidates in the final stretch of the global vaccine race.There’s still no guarantee that the experimental vaccine, developed by the National Institutes of Health and Moderna Inc., will really protect.The needed proof: Volunteers won’t know if they’re getting the real shot or a dummy version.
Red Cross encourages donations to keep blood supply as pandemic continues
MILWAUKEE -- The Red Cross is urging healthy individuals to give blood to restock the shelves for patients battling disease and facing the unexpected.
MILWAUKEE -- The Red Cross is urging healthy individuals to give blood to restock the shelves for patients battling disease and facing the unexpected.
'Lead by example:' Racine officers met with lines during free mask distribution on 1st day of mandate
RACINE -- The City of Racine’s face coverings ordinance took effect Monday, July 27, with everyone above the age of 4 expected to wear masks while they are outside of their home at indoor public spaces, in outdoor spaces when social distancing cannot be maintained, when using any form of public transportation and when they are with people from outside of their household or family unit.To help ensure that the public has access to masks, both the Racine Police Department and the Racine Fire Department began offering free masks available to the public.
RACINE -- The City of Racine’s face coverings ordinance took effect Monday, July 27, with everyone above the age of 4 expected to wear masks while they are outside of their home at indoor public spaces, in outdoor spaces when social distancing cannot be maintained, when using any form of public transportation and when they are with people from outside of their household or family unit.To help ensure that the public has access to masks, both the Racine Police Department and the Racine Fire Department began offering free masks available to the public.
Social distancing 'pens' allowed Class of 2020 to 'celebrate together safely' with EDM concert in Grafton
GRAFTON -- A rain delay did not keep them away, as it very well might be one of the only graduation parties, of sorts, they're able to partake in.
GRAFTON -- A rain delay did not keep them away, as it very well might be one of the only graduation parties, of sorts, they're able to partake in.
Social distancing pens allowed Class of 2020 to celebrate together safely with EDM concert in Grafton
A rain delay did not keep them away, as it very well might be one of the only graduation parties, of sorts, they're able to partake in. High school seniors were celebrated in a unique way Sunday, July 26 in Grafton -- with an EDM concert.
A rain delay did not keep them away, as it very well might be one of the only graduation parties, of sorts, they're able to partake in. High school seniors were celebrated in a unique way Sunday, July 26 in Grafton -- with an EDM concert.
'Wildest market I've seen:' Amid COVID-19, Milwaukee area realtors say, 'We need more houses to sell!'
MILWAUKEE -- 2020 has been a year for many unprecedented things, and the housing market in the Milwaukee area is in uncharted territory.
MILWAUKEE -- 2020 has been a year for many unprecedented things, and the housing market in the Milwaukee area is in uncharted territory.
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, Milwaukee area realtors say they need more houses to sell
2020 has been a year for many unprecedented things, and the housing market in the Milwaukee area is in uncharted territory. Many people are working to cash in on it.
2020 has been a year for many unprecedented things, and the housing market in the Milwaukee area is in uncharted territory. Many people are working to cash in on it.
Homemade coronavirus face masks should be 2 or 3 layers to stop spread of virus, study finds
SYDNEY, Australia -- A new study suggests that homemade face masks with two or three layers may be more effective in preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus compared with a single-layered face covering.Researchers in Australia performed a video study comparing the effectiveness of different layers of cloth masks to surgical masks in their ability to stop the transmission of droplets in the air when speaking, coughing and sneezing.The study, which was published in the journal Thorax., found the effectiveness varied in the cloth masks based on the number of the layers.
SYDNEY, Australia -- A new study suggests that homemade face masks with two or three layers may be more effective in preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus compared with a single-layered face covering.Researchers in Australia performed a video study comparing the effectiveness of different layers of cloth masks to surgical masks in their ability to stop the transmission of droplets in the air when speaking, coughing and sneezing.The study, which was published in the journal Thorax., found the effectiveness varied in the cloth masks based on the number of the layers.
4 injured in shooting at Dallas sports bar after men not allowed in due to COVID-19 restrictions
DALLAS -- Dallas police said three men were shot and a woman was hit by shrapnel when someone opened fire outside a sports bar in North Oak Cliff Saturday night, July 25.The shooter was reportedly among three men who were turned away from Harris House of Heroes II sports bar, just before midnight, because the establishment was at full capacity.In May, a Dallas fire marshal shut down the crowded Harris House of Heroes location off McKinney Avenue after a disagreement over whether it should be classified as a bar or restaurant.Last month, the Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission suspended the license for the other Harris House of Heroes location for 30 days.At the time, the attorney for House of Heroes’ called it unreasonable.
DALLAS -- Dallas police said three men were shot and a woman was hit by shrapnel when someone opened fire outside a sports bar in North Oak Cliff Saturday night, July 25.The shooter was reportedly among three men who were turned away from Harris House of Heroes II sports bar, just before midnight, because the establishment was at full capacity.In May, a Dallas fire marshal shut down the crowded Harris House of Heroes location off McKinney Avenue after a disagreement over whether it should be classified as a bar or restaurant.Last month, the Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission suspended the license for the other Harris House of Heroes location for 30 days.At the time, the attorney for House of Heroes’ called it unreasonable.
9-year-old Florida girl becomes youngest to die from coronavirus in the state, report says
PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. -- A 9-year-old girl in Putnam County, Florida has died from novel coronavirus, making her the youngest in the state to pass away from the virus.The Florida Department of Health reported 139 deaths in the state on Wednesday, July 22, including the 9-year-old.
PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. -- A 9-year-old girl in Putnam County, Florida has died from novel coronavirus, making her the youngest in the state to pass away from the virus.The Florida Department of Health reported 139 deaths in the state on Wednesday, July 22, including the 9-year-old.
Noah's Ark GM fired over anti-mask comments in email to Wisconsin Dells officials
A popular waterpark in Wisconsin Dells is now without a general manager.
A popular waterpark in Wisconsin Dells is now without a general manager.
'Ken was a champion:' Steny's celebrates life of employee, Special Olympics coach who died from COVID-19
With a personality bigger than life, Ken Kuemmerlein was celebrated at Steny's Tavern & Grill Sunday, July 26.
With a personality bigger than life, Ken Kuemmerlein was celebrated at Steny's Tavern & Grill Sunday, July 26.
Lux Container Bar opens in the Third Ward with social distancing in mind
Cafe Benelux in the Third Ward expanded, and the new Lux Container Bar and Socially Distant Terrace opens this week.
Cafe Benelux in the Third Ward expanded, and the new Lux Container Bar and Socially Distant Terrace opens this week.
Steny?s celebrates the life of longtime employee, Special Olympics coach who died from COVID-19
With a personality bigger than life, Ken Kuemmerlein was celebrated at Steny's Tavern & Grill Sunday, July 26. The longtime employee died from COVID-19.
With a personality bigger than life, Ken Kuemmerlein was celebrated at Steny's Tavern & Grill Sunday, July 26. The longtime employee died from COVID-19.
Walmart shopper in Florida charged with pulling gun during mask dispute
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- A Florida man is facing felony charges for pointing a gun at another Walmart shopper who had told him to wear a mask, officials said Thursday, July 23.Vincent Scavetta, 28, was charged with aggravated assault with a firearm and improper exhibition of a firearm after surrendering Wednesday to Palm Beach County sheriff’s deputies.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- A Florida man is facing felony charges for pointing a gun at another Walmart shopper who had told him to wear a mask, officials said Thursday, July 23.Vincent Scavetta, 28, was charged with aggravated assault with a firearm and improper exhibition of a firearm after surrendering Wednesday to Palm Beach County sheriff’s deputies.