Hospitals approaching capacity as Miami closes restaurants
MIAMI — Hospitals rapidly approached capacity across the Sunbelt, and the Miami area closed indoor dining at restaurants and gyms again because of the surging coronavirus Monday, as the U.S. emerged from a Fourth of July weekend of picnics, pool parties and beach outings that health officials fear could fuel the rapidly worsening outbreak.The seesaw effect — restrictions lifted, then reimposed — has been seen around the country in recent weeks and is expected again after a holiday that saw crowds of people celebrating, many without masks.“We were concerned before the weekend and remain concerned post-holiday, as anecdotal stories and observed behavior indicate that many continue to disregard important protective guidance,” said Heather Woolwine, a spokeswoman for the Medical University of South Carolina.Confirmed cases are on the rise in 41 out of 50 states plus the District of Columbia, and the percentage of tests coming back positive for the virus is increasing in 39 states.Florida, which recorded an all-time high of 11,400 new cases Saturday and has seen its positive test rate lately reach more than 18%, has been hit especially hard, along with other Sunbelt states such as Arizona, California and Texas.A virus outbreak in the California Legislature indefinitely delayed the state Assembly’s return to work from a scheduled summer recess.
MIAMI — Hospitals rapidly approached capacity across the Sunbelt, and the Miami area closed indoor dining at restaurants and gyms again because of the surging coronavirus Monday, as the U.S. emerged from a Fourth of July weekend of picnics, pool parties and beach outings that health officials fear could fuel the rapidly worsening outbreak.The seesaw effect — restrictions lifted, then reimposed — has been seen around the country in recent weeks and is expected again after a holiday that saw crowds of people celebrating, many without masks.“We were concerned before the weekend and remain concerned post-holiday, as anecdotal stories and observed behavior indicate that many continue to disregard important protective guidance,” said Heather Woolwine, a spokeswoman for the Medical University of South Carolina.Confirmed cases are on the rise in 41 out of 50 states plus the District of Columbia, and the percentage of tests coming back positive for the virus is increasing in 39 states.Florida, which recorded an all-time high of 11,400 new cases Saturday and has seen its positive test rate lately reach more than 18%, has been hit especially hard, along with other Sunbelt states such as Arizona, California and Texas.A virus outbreak in the California Legislature indefinitely delayed the state Assembly’s return to work from a scheduled summer recess.
How risky is dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic?
ATLANTA -- How risky is dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic?There is some risk, but health officials say there are precautions you can take to minimize the chances you'll be exposed to the virus.Ordering takeout or delivery is still the safest option for getting restaurant food, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.If you decide to eat at a restaurant, it's best to opt for outdoor seating where tables are at least 6 feet apart, the agency says.
ATLANTA -- How risky is dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic?There is some risk, but health officials say there are precautions you can take to minimize the chances you'll be exposed to the virus.Ordering takeout or delivery is still the safest option for getting restaurant food, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.If you decide to eat at a restaurant, it's best to opt for outdoor seating where tables are at least 6 feet apart, the agency says.
Another COVID-19 testing site opens in Glendale, hundreds take advantage: 'It's super easy'
GLENDALE -- As the number of positive cases climbs, the amount of testing sites in southeast Wisconsin is increasing, as well.
GLENDALE -- As the number of positive cases climbs, the amount of testing sites in southeast Wisconsin is increasing, as well.
KinderCare near 61st and Hayes in West Allis closes due to a positive case of COVID-19
WEST ALLIS -- A KinderCare spokesperson said parents and guardians were asked to pick up their children early Monday, July 6 in West Allis due to a positive case of COVID-19.The spokesperson was unable to confirm whether the positive case was a staff member, parent, guardian or child.The center will be closed for three days for a professional deep cleaning, officials said, and infant rooms will be closed until July 17.The complete statement from the KinderCare spokesperson is as follows:
WEST ALLIS -- A KinderCare spokesperson said parents and guardians were asked to pick up their children early Monday, July 6 in West Allis due to a positive case of COVID-19.The spokesperson was unable to confirm whether the positive case was a staff member, parent, guardian or child.The center will be closed for three days for a professional deep cleaning, officials said, and infant rooms will be closed until July 17.The complete statement from the KinderCare spokesperson is as follows:
Proposal released: More than 12K sign petition with council set to debate Milwaukee mask mandate
MILWAUKEE -- A vote could come Wednesday, July 8, as the Milwaukee Common Council Public Safety and Health Committee again debates a proposed ordinance that would mandate masks in Milwaukee amid COVID-19.
MILWAUKEE -- A vote could come Wednesday, July 8, as the Milwaukee Common Council Public Safety and Health Committee again debates a proposed ordinance that would mandate masks in Milwaukee amid COVID-19.
'It was insane:' On heels of holiday weekend, some waited 4+ hours for COVID-19 testing at UMOS site
MILWAUKEE -- With Fourth of July weekend over, reality set in for some on Monday, July 6 -- concerned about potential exposure to COVID-19.
MILWAUKEE -- With Fourth of July weekend over, reality set in for some on Monday, July 6 -- concerned about potential exposure to COVID-19.
Kanye West’s Yeezy apparel company received between $2 million and $5 million in COVID-19 PPP funds
LOS ANGELES -- Yeezy, the apparel line from rap star Kanye West, received between $2 million and $5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds meant to keep small businesses from going under amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data released by the Small Business Administration (SBA) on Monday.Yeezy LLC was listed among the companies that received funds in the $2-5 million range, with others having received funds in amounts anywhere between $5-10 million, $1-2 million, and $150,000 to $300,000, among other ranges.Described by Forbes as a “billion-dollar” empire, Yeezy’s receipt of the small business loan funds prompted some online criticism.
LOS ANGELES -- Yeezy, the apparel line from rap star Kanye West, received between $2 million and $5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds meant to keep small businesses from going under amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data released by the Small Business Administration (SBA) on Monday.Yeezy LLC was listed among the companies that received funds in the $2-5 million range, with others having received funds in amounts anywhere between $5-10 million, $1-2 million, and $150,000 to $300,000, among other ranges.Described by Forbes as a “billion-dollar” empire, Yeezy’s receipt of the small business loan funds prompted some online criticism.
Milwaukee Brewers players Luis Urias, Angel Perdomo test positive for COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell revealed on Monday, July 6 that players Luis Urias and Angel Perdomo tested positive for COVID-19 during the shutdown of Major League Baseball.Counsell indicated no players tested positive when they were signed in at Miller Park last Wednesday, July 1 -- or since camp has opened.Counsell said Urias and Perdomo are not allowed to be with the team until they get two negative tests and have gone through a mandatory wait time.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell revealed on Monday, July 6 that players Luis Urias and Angel Perdomo tested positive for COVID-19 during the shutdown of Major League Baseball.Counsell indicated no players tested positive when they were signed in at Miller Park last Wednesday, July 1 -- or since camp has opened.Counsell said Urias and Perdomo are not allowed to be with the team until they get two negative tests and have gone through a mandatory wait time.
DHS: 32K+ tested positive for COVID-19, 797 deaths, 25K+ recovered, 588K+ negative
MADISON — The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 32,148 on Monday, July 6.
MADISON — The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 32,148 on Monday, July 6.
Hazardous hand sanitizer being sold at US stores, FDA warns
TAMPA, Fla. -- The FDA has issued a warning about dangerous hand sanitizers that contain poison.
TAMPA, Fla. -- The FDA has issued a warning about dangerous hand sanitizers that contain poison.
Milwaukee Art Museum reopens July 16 with free admission for a month; masks required
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Art Museum will reopen to the public on July 16, with free admission for all visitors for one month, officials announced in a news release Monday, July 6.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Art Museum will reopen to the public on July 16, with free admission for all visitors for one month, officials announced in a news release Monday, July 6.
Elmbrook Humane Society launches 'Connecting from the Couch' pet behavior support program
BROOKFIELD -- Elmbrook Humane Society (EBHS) announced on Monday, July 6 that it is expanding its pet behavior support to help pets and their families from the comfort of their own home.A news release says “Connecting From the Couch” allows pet owners to contact EBHS behavior professionals during scheduled periods of time via phone.
BROOKFIELD -- Elmbrook Humane Society (EBHS) announced on Monday, July 6 that it is expanding its pet behavior support to help pets and their families from the comfort of their own home.A news release says “Connecting From the Couch” allows pet owners to contact EBHS behavior professionals during scheduled periods of time via phone.
PGA Tour, Memorial scrap plans to have limited spectators
DUBLIN, Ohio -- The PGA Tour and the Memorial scrapped state-approved plans to have limited spectators next week because of what it described as rapidly changing dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic.The Memorial, hosted by Jack Nicklaus on his Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio, was in line to be the first tournament with spectators since golf resumed its schedule on June 11 in Texas.Ohio Republican Gov.
DUBLIN, Ohio -- The PGA Tour and the Memorial scrapped state-approved plans to have limited spectators next week because of what it described as rapidly changing dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic.The Memorial, hosted by Jack Nicklaus on his Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio, was in line to be the first tournament with spectators since golf resumed its schedule on June 11 in Texas.Ohio Republican Gov.
'Costco Karen' throws fit over face mask policy, Twitter video shows
One Costco shopper didn’t comply when asked to wear a mask.
One Costco shopper didn’t comply when asked to wear a mask.
Cintas to close Menomonee Falls location due to pandemic: 'No disruptions to customers'
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Cintas Corporation has announced they will cease operations at the Menomonee Falls location citing "unforeseeable business circumstances" due to the COVID-19 pandemic.In a release sent Monday, July 5, the company says it will close August 31 and transition servicing its customers and processing products to other local operations.The company says it regularly examines operations around the country to determine the structure for customer service and growth.The statement read:
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Cintas Corporation has announced they will cease operations at the Menomonee Falls location citing "unforeseeable business circumstances" due to the COVID-19 pandemic.In a release sent Monday, July 5, the company says it will close August 31 and transition servicing its customers and processing products to other local operations.The company says it regularly examines operations around the country to determine the structure for customer service and growth.The statement read:
White House rejects national strategy on masks
WASHINGTON — The White House is again rejecting calls for a national mask-wearing mandate.White House chief of staff Mark Meadows says in an appearance on “Fox and Friends” Monday morning that the president sees the issue as a “state-to-state” matter.He says that, “certainly a national mandate is not in order” and that “we’re allowing our local governors and our local mayors to weigh in on that.”New Jersey’s Democratic Gov.
WASHINGTON — The White House is again rejecting calls for a national mask-wearing mandate.White House chief of staff Mark Meadows says in an appearance on “Fox and Friends” Monday morning that the president sees the issue as a “state-to-state” matter.He says that, “certainly a national mandate is not in order” and that “we’re allowing our local governors and our local mayors to weigh in on that.”New Jersey’s Democratic Gov.
Programs at JCC Rainbow Day Camp canceled Monday after positive coronavirus case
FREDONIA, Wis. -- A letter went out to Jewish Community Center members Sunday night, July 5 stating that the youth summer programs at the JCC Rainbow Day Camp would be canceled Monday, July 6 after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19."Yes, we can confirm that programs at the Albert and Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp have been canceled for the day," said Chad J.
FREDONIA, Wis. -- A letter went out to Jewish Community Center members Sunday night, July 5 stating that the youth summer programs at the JCC Rainbow Day Camp would be canceled Monday, July 6 after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19."Yes, we can confirm that programs at the Albert and Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp have been canceled for the day," said Chad J.
Spirit Airlines passenger removed from flight for not wearing mask
QUEENS, N.Y. - A Spirit Airlines passenger was removed from a flight from LaGuardia airport to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Friday for refusing to wear a mask.A video of the incident shared on Twitter shows law enforcement confronting the unidentified man."The whole plane is a witness, I didn't do anything," the man tells the Port Authority officer. "Tell me why I'm not flying."Another passenger in the background can be heard showing their support for the man, saying that his removal is "racist" and that passengers have to take their mask off to drink.
QUEENS, N.Y. - A Spirit Airlines passenger was removed from a flight from LaGuardia airport to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Friday for refusing to wear a mask.A video of the incident shared on Twitter shows law enforcement confronting the unidentified man."The whole plane is a witness, I didn't do anything," the man tells the Port Authority officer. "Tell me why I'm not flying."Another passenger in the background can be heard showing their support for the man, saying that his removal is "racist" and that passengers have to take their mask off to drink.