Coronavirus deaths take a long-expected turn for the worse
NEW YORK (AP) — A long-expected upturn in U.S. coronavirus deaths has begun, driven by fatalities in states in the South and West, according to data on the pandemic.The number of deaths per day from the virus had been falling for months, and even remained down as states like Florida and Texas saw explosions in cases and hospitalizations — and reported daily U.S. infections broke records several times in recent days.Scientists warned it wouldn't last.
NEW YORK (AP) — A long-expected upturn in U.S. coronavirus deaths has begun, driven by fatalities in states in the South and West, according to data on the pandemic.The number of deaths per day from the virus had been falling for months, and even remained down as states like Florida and Texas saw explosions in cases and hospitalizations — and reported daily U.S. infections broke records several times in recent days.Scientists warned it wouldn't last.
COVID-19 heroes must jump through hoops for workers' comp
WASHINGTON — Lauded for their service and hailed as everyday heroes, essential workers who get the coronavirus on the job have no guarantee in most states they'll qualify for workers' compensation to cover lost wages and medical care.Fewer than one-third of the states have enacted policies that shift the burden of proof for coverage of job-related COVID-19 so workers like first responders and nurses don't have to show they got sick by reporting for a risky assignment.Debate over workers’ comp in the states is part of a much larger national discussion about liability for virus exposure, with Republicans in Congress seeking a broad shield for businesses in the next coronavirus relief bill.And for most employees going back to job sites as the economy reopens, there's even less protection than for essential workers.
WASHINGTON — Lauded for their service and hailed as everyday heroes, essential workers who get the coronavirus on the job have no guarantee in most states they'll qualify for workers' compensation to cover lost wages and medical care.Fewer than one-third of the states have enacted policies that shift the burden of proof for coverage of job-related COVID-19 so workers like first responders and nurses don't have to show they got sick by reporting for a risky assignment.Debate over workers’ comp in the states is part of a much larger national discussion about liability for virus exposure, with Republicans in Congress seeking a broad shield for businesses in the next coronavirus relief bill.And for most employees going back to job sites as the economy reopens, there's even less protection than for essential workers.
‘A test is not a passport to party’: Mayor Eric Garcetti says gatherings remain prohibited in LA
LOS ANGELES - Mayor Eric Garcetti on Friday reminded the public that gatherings of any size, outside of those in your immediate household, remain prohibited in Los Angeles.Fears of the virus spreading among young people will be heightened over the weekend, when a heat wave drives up temperatures, likely leading to large crowds at Southland beaches.
LOS ANGELES - Mayor Eric Garcetti on Friday reminded the public that gatherings of any size, outside of those in your immediate household, remain prohibited in Los Angeles.Fears of the virus spreading among young people will be heightened over the weekend, when a heat wave drives up temperatures, likely leading to large crowds at Southland beaches.
Dozens of US Marines in Japan's Okinawa get coronavirus
TOKYO — Dozens of U.S. Marines at two bases on the southern Japanese island of Okinawa have been infected with the coronavirus in what is feared to be a massive outbreak, Okinawa's governor said Saturday, demanding an adequate explanation from the U.S. military.Gov.
TOKYO — Dozens of U.S. Marines at two bases on the southern Japanese island of Okinawa have been infected with the coronavirus in what is feared to be a massive outbreak, Okinawa's governor said Saturday, demanding an adequate explanation from the U.S. military.Gov.
34,994 test positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 818 deaths, 27K+ recovered
MADISON -- The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 34,994 on Friday, July 10.
MADISON -- The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 34,994 on Friday, July 10.
FDA warns labs about high risk of false positives from medical company’s COVID-19 test
LOS ANGELES -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter for clinical labs and health care providers over COVID-19 tests manufactured by global medical technology company Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) which has produced coronavirus tests the department says are at high risk for false positive results.In a study conducted by the company and cited by the FDA, approximately 3% of results from tests using the BD SARS-CoV-2 Reagents for the BD Max System were false positive results.In its letter, the FDA wrote, “The BD SARS-CoV-2 Reagents for BD Max System test is only authorized for use in laboratories in the United States certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) to perform moderate and high complexity tests."The test received an Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA on April 8, 2020.
LOS ANGELES -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter for clinical labs and health care providers over COVID-19 tests manufactured by global medical technology company Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) which has produced coronavirus tests the department says are at high risk for false positive results.In a study conducted by the company and cited by the FDA, approximately 3% of results from tests using the BD SARS-CoV-2 Reagents for the BD Max System were false positive results.In its letter, the FDA wrote, “The BD SARS-CoV-2 Reagents for BD Max System test is only authorized for use in laboratories in the United States certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) to perform moderate and high complexity tests."The test received an Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA on April 8, 2020.
Household dog in Texas tests positive for COVID-19 after owners contract virus
FORT WORTH, Texas - A household dog in Tarrant County has tested positive for COVID-19, state health officials confirmed.The USDA’s Veterinary Services Laboratories confirmed on Thursday that a dog in Tarrant County has tested positive for the novel virus.Officials say a private veterinarian chose to test the dog for COVID-19 after its owners were confirmed to have the virus.
FORT WORTH, Texas - A household dog in Tarrant County has tested positive for COVID-19, state health officials confirmed.The USDA’s Veterinary Services Laboratories confirmed on Thursday that a dog in Tarrant County has tested positive for the novel virus.Officials say a private veterinarian chose to test the dog for COVID-19 after its owners were confirmed to have the virus.
'Get involved:' Racine Unified School District seeks public input on fall reopening plans
RACINE -- School districts across Wisconsin are examining the safest plans to restart school in the fall amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.Racine Unified School District announced Friday, July 10 announced a virtual listening session for Monday, July 13 at 6 p.m. where parents can weigh-in on what they feel is best for students.With the next school year on the horizon, RUSD joins other districts -- including Milwaukee Public Schools -- in the search for public input on potential reopening plans.
RACINE -- School districts across Wisconsin are examining the safest plans to restart school in the fall amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.Racine Unified School District announced Friday, July 10 announced a virtual listening session for Monday, July 13 at 6 p.m. where parents can weigh-in on what they feel is best for students.With the next school year on the horizon, RUSD joins other districts -- including Milwaukee Public Schools -- in the search for public input on potential reopening plans.
Shorewood mask mandate takes effect, village eyes 'inform and educate' approach to enforcement
SHOREWOOD -- A mask mandate in the Village of Shorewood took effect Friday, July 10, requiring people to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.
SHOREWOOD -- A mask mandate in the Village of Shorewood took effect Friday, July 10, requiring people to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.
Hand sanitizer smell bad? Certain ingredients may be contributing to your disinfectant's foul odor
Have you purchased hand sanitizer recently and noticed a particularly awful smell? You’re not alone.
Have you purchased hand sanitizer recently and noticed a particularly awful smell? You’re not alone.
Doctors reporting brain, heart, and kidney side effects in some COVID-19 survivors
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Doctors and scientists are finding devastating side effects in COVID-19 survivors even after they have recovered from the virus.Elisa Wishan tested positive for COVID-19 on March 26 and battled the virus until April 17.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Doctors and scientists are finding devastating side effects in COVID-19 survivors even after they have recovered from the virus.Elisa Wishan tested positive for COVID-19 on March 26 and battled the virus until April 17.
Community, bussinesses react to Shorewood mask mandate; requirement takes effect Friday
SHOREWOOD -- After hours of debate, the Village of Shorewood passed an ordinance on Wednesday, July 8 that will require masks to be work in indoor public spaces.
SHOREWOOD -- After hours of debate, the Village of Shorewood passed an ordinance on Wednesday, July 8 that will require masks to be work in indoor public spaces.
$7M in rental assistance available for those in 3 counties as public housing eviction ban set to expire July 25
MILWAUKEE -- Nearly 4,000 evictions have been filed in Wisconsin since a state moratorium expired, and a July 25 deadline could have many more seeking help.
MILWAUKEE -- Nearly 4,000 evictions have been filed in Wisconsin since a state moratorium expired, and a July 25 deadline could have many more seeking help.
34,061 test positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 813 deaths, 26K+ recovered
MADISON -- The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 34,061 on Thursday, July 9.
MADISON -- The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 34,061 on Thursday, July 9.
Study suggests fetal coronavirus infection is possible
ROME -- A small study strengthens the evidence that a pregnant woman infected with the coronavirus might be able to spread it to her fetus.Researchers from Italy said Thursday that they studied 31 women with COVID-19 who delivered babies in March and April.
ROME -- A small study strengthens the evidence that a pregnant woman infected with the coronavirus might be able to spread it to her fetus.Researchers from Italy said Thursday that they studied 31 women with COVID-19 who delivered babies in March and April.
Video captures woman throwing shoes at store employee after being asked to wear a mask
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - A woman apparently upset about a store’s mask policy in Oklahoma was captured on video throwing boxes of shoes at an employee in an outburst of anger.The incident was reported July 8 at a Skechers store in Oklahoma City.
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - A woman apparently upset about a store’s mask policy in Oklahoma was captured on video throwing boxes of shoes at an employee in an outburst of anger.The incident was reported July 8 at a Skechers store in Oklahoma City.
'Not moving in the right direction:' Milwaukee County sees dramatic surge in COVID-19 testing
MILWAUKEE -- COVID-19 numbers in Milwaukee County are climbing.
MILWAUKEE -- COVID-19 numbers in Milwaukee County are climbing.
'It'll never be crowded:' See the changes inside the Art Museum, reopening to the public July 16
MILWAUKEE -- After months of being closed due to COVID-19, the Milwaukee Art Museum opened to members Thursday, July 9, with plans to reopen to the public July 16, with free admission for all visitors for one month.
MILWAUKEE -- After months of being closed due to COVID-19, the Milwaukee Art Museum opened to members Thursday, July 9, with plans to reopen to the public July 16, with free admission for all visitors for one month.
Proposed Milwaukee mask mandate passed by committee, moves to full Common Council Monday
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's proposed mask mandate was passed by the Public Safety and Health Committee Thursday, July 9, and now moves to the Common Council for final approval during a special meeting Monday, July 13.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's proposed mask mandate was passed by the Public Safety and Health Committee Thursday, July 9, and now moves to the Common Council for final approval during a special meeting Monday, July 13.
Group of Texas sheriffs won't enforce governor's 'draconian' coronavirus mask rule
AUSTIN -- A group of Texas sheriffs is refusing to follow one of the state's coronavirus rules.Police officials in nine counties said they will not enforce a recent executive order mandating that residents wear face coverings in public.
AUSTIN -- A group of Texas sheriffs is refusing to follow one of the state's coronavirus rules.Police officials in nine counties said they will not enforce a recent executive order mandating that residents wear face coverings in public.