'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.
CDC survey finds 35% report COVID-19 symptoms 2-3 weeks after positive test — including young adults
LOS ANGELES -- A recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged that a large percentage of people who contract the novel coronavirus experience a prolonged symptom duration.It’s the first acknowledgment of its kind from the CDC, with the authors of the report noting that “disability are common in adults hospitalized with severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).”"COVID-19 can result in prolonged illness even among persons with milder outpatient illness, including young adults," the CDC report's authors wrote.According to the report, fatigue and prolonged cough are the most common symptoms that appear to persist.During a telephone survey conducted across the country in which symptomatic adults who had a positive outpatient test result for the novel coronavirus, 35% said they did not return to their usual state of health when interviewed nearly a month after testing.“Among persons aged 18–34 years with no chronic medical conditions, one in five had not returned to their usual state of health,” the CDC wrote.Related:‘Today is day 93’: People report experiencing COVID-19 symptoms that last for monthsAcknowledgement from the CDC on these types of prolonged conditions has been long awaited by a large number of people who have reported experiencing coronavirus symptoms that seem to persist for months.Since the first reported cases of COVID-19, several support groups have emerged on Facebook consisting of thousands of members calling themselves “long haul survivors.”“Today is day 93,” said Amy Watson, a preschool teacher who lives in Portland, Oregon as she shared a photograph of her thermometer that read 100.3 on June 18.
LOS ANGELES -- A recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged that a large percentage of people who contract the novel coronavirus experience a prolonged symptom duration.It’s the first acknowledgment of its kind from the CDC, with the authors of the report noting that “disability are common in adults hospitalized with severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).”"COVID-19 can result in prolonged illness even among persons with milder outpatient illness, including young adults," the CDC report's authors wrote.According to the report, fatigue and prolonged cough are the most common symptoms that appear to persist.During a telephone survey conducted across the country in which symptomatic adults who had a positive outpatient test result for the novel coronavirus, 35% said they did not return to their usual state of health when interviewed nearly a month after testing.“Among persons aged 18–34 years with no chronic medical conditions, one in five had not returned to their usual state of health,” the CDC wrote.Related:‘Today is day 93’: People report experiencing COVID-19 symptoms that last for monthsAcknowledgement from the CDC on these types of prolonged conditions has been long awaited by a large number of people who have reported experiencing coronavirus symptoms that seem to persist for months.Since the first reported cases of COVID-19, several support groups have emerged on Facebook consisting of thousands of members calling themselves “long haul survivors.”“Today is day 93,” said Amy Watson, a preschool teacher who lives in Portland, Oregon as she shared a photograph of her thermometer that read 100.3 on June 18.
DHS: 957 new positive cases of COVID-19, 48K+ total, 892 deaths, 37K+ recovered, 817K+ negative
MADISON -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin grew by more than 900 Sunday, July 26 (957) to 48,827, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
MADISON -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin grew by more than 900 Sunday, July 26 (957) to 48,827, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
LAPD officer, whose wife is pregnant with twins, dies after 'long, courageous battle' with COVID-19
LOS ANGELES-- A Los Angeles Police Department officer died Friday, July 24 due to the coronavirus, becoming the agency's first sworn officer to fall victim to COVID-19.The department confirmed that the officer died Friday morning from "complications of COVID-19."In a memo sent out to LAPD personnel obtained by FOX 11, Chief Michael Moore identified the officer as Police Officer II Valentin Martinez, known to his friends as Val, of LAPD's Mission Station.
LOS ANGELES-- A Los Angeles Police Department officer died Friday, July 24 due to the coronavirus, becoming the agency's first sworn officer to fall victim to COVID-19.The department confirmed that the officer died Friday morning from "complications of COVID-19."In a memo sent out to LAPD personnel obtained by FOX 11, Chief Michael Moore identified the officer as Police Officer II Valentin Martinez, known to his friends as Val, of LAPD's Mission Station.
Pope urges support for elderly during pandemic
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis led pilgrims gathered in St.
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis led pilgrims gathered in St.
Colleges plan for virus testing, but strategies vary widely
BOSTON — For students heading to Colby College in Maine this fall, coronavirus testing is expected to be a routine part of campus life.
BOSTON — For students heading to Colby College in Maine this fall, coronavirus testing is expected to be a routine part of campus life.
Couple banned by Walmart after wearing Nazi flag face mask at Marshall, Minnesota store
MARSHALL, Minn. - A couple who wore Nazi flag face coverings to a Walmart in Marshall, Minnesota have been told not to return.Police say the couple has been issued trespass notices.
MARSHALL, Minn. - A couple who wore Nazi flag face coverings to a Walmart in Marshall, Minnesota have been told not to return.Police say the couple has been issued trespass notices.
Mnuchin: Virus aid package soon, $1,200 checks by August
WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Saturday that Republicans were set to roll out the next COVID-19 aid package Monday and assured there was backing from the White House after he and President Donald Trump's top aide met to fine-tune the $1 trillion proposal that had floundered just days before.Mnuchin told reporters at the Capitol that extending an expiring unemployment benefit — but reducing it substantially — was a top priority for President Trump.
WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Saturday that Republicans were set to roll out the next COVID-19 aid package Monday and assured there was backing from the White House after he and President Donald Trump's top aide met to fine-tune the $1 trillion proposal that had floundered just days before.Mnuchin told reporters at the Capitol that extending an expiring unemployment benefit — but reducing it substantially — was a top priority for President Trump.
Here to Help: Rent, mortgage assistance available to those affected by pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- Four months into the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are struggling to pay all of their bills."About a third of mortgage holders and 40% of renters are having some type of financial impact due to COVID-19," said Danielle McCoy, vice president and fair lending officer at Fannie Mae.With folks unemployed or having hours reduced, McCoy said assistance is available for those who are unable to pay for their mortgage or rent.
MILWAUKEE -- Four months into the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are struggling to pay all of their bills."About a third of mortgage holders and 40% of renters are having some type of financial impact due to COVID-19," said Danielle McCoy, vice president and fair lending officer at Fannie Mae.With folks unemployed or having hours reduced, McCoy said assistance is available for those who are unable to pay for their mortgage or rent.
'We can still survive:' Milwaukee ice cream shop battles through challenges of pandemic economy
MILWAUKEE -- The pandemic economy has been challenging for the food service industry, but a Milwaukee ice cream shop has found a way to keep growing during the tough times.The staff at Scratch Ice Cream is enjoying the rush of the summer season inside their new kitchen on Milwaukee's east side.
MILWAUKEE -- The pandemic economy has been challenging for the food service industry, but a Milwaukee ice cream shop has found a way to keep growing during the tough times.The staff at Scratch Ice Cream is enjoying the rush of the summer season inside their new kitchen on Milwaukee's east side.
A peachy idea: Peach picking season is here at Apple Holler
STURTEVANT -- It's peach picking season at Apple Holler in Sturtevant, and staff there are making sure it's safe for you and your family amid the COVID-19 pandemic."Almost 80 acres so there's a lot of space to socially distance," David Flannery, owner of Apple Holler, said. "Hand-washing, social distancing.
STURTEVANT -- It's peach picking season at Apple Holler in Sturtevant, and staff there are making sure it's safe for you and your family amid the COVID-19 pandemic."Almost 80 acres so there's a lot of space to socially distance," David Flannery, owner of Apple Holler, said. "Hand-washing, social distancing.