CDC official says United States has ‘way too much virus’ to contain
WASHINGTON -- Anne Schuchat, principal deputy director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, spoke frankly on the United States’ dire COVID-19 situation, saying that “we are not even close to being over this.”In a live-streamed Monday interview with Howard Bauchner, M.D. of the JAMA network, Schuchat highlighted the “wishful thinking and worrisome factors” from the past week regarding the COVID-19 situation in the United States, as well as the country’s efforts and ability to address the pandemic.“What is clearly discouraging is we’re not at a point where there is so little virus being spread that it’s going to be easy to snuff out,” Schuchat said.Multiple U.S. states are reporting drastic surges in new confirmed COVID-19 cases after reopening, with the country still serving as the pandemic’s epicenter with over 2.6 million confirmed cases.“We’re not in a situation of New Zealand or Singapore or Korea where a new case is rapidly identified and all the contacts are traced and people are isolated who were sick and people who were exposed are quarantined and they can keep things under control, we have way too much virus across the country for that right now, it’s very discouraging,” Schuchat said.Schuchat previously gave congressional testimony on the COVID-19 pandemic in March, where she spoke on the U.S. coronavirus capacity being “relatively small.”Schuchat’s comments echo the recent sentiments expressed by U.S. health leaders like Dr.
WASHINGTON -- Anne Schuchat, principal deputy director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, spoke frankly on the United States’ dire COVID-19 situation, saying that “we are not even close to being over this.”In a live-streamed Monday interview with Howard Bauchner, M.D. of the JAMA network, Schuchat highlighted the “wishful thinking and worrisome factors” from the past week regarding the COVID-19 situation in the United States, as well as the country’s efforts and ability to address the pandemic.“What is clearly discouraging is we’re not at a point where there is so little virus being spread that it’s going to be easy to snuff out,” Schuchat said.Multiple U.S. states are reporting drastic surges in new confirmed COVID-19 cases after reopening, with the country still serving as the pandemic’s epicenter with over 2.6 million confirmed cases.“We’re not in a situation of New Zealand or Singapore or Korea where a new case is rapidly identified and all the contacts are traced and people are isolated who were sick and people who were exposed are quarantined and they can keep things under control, we have way too much virus across the country for that right now, it’s very discouraging,” Schuchat said.Schuchat previously gave congressional testimony on the COVID-19 pandemic in March, where she spoke on the U.S. coronavirus capacity being “relatively small.”Schuchat’s comments echo the recent sentiments expressed by U.S. health leaders like Dr.
'Ready to come home:' Milwaukee man hospitalized for 97 days with COVID-19 finally released
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee family is counting its blessings after a grandfather hospitalized for 97 days in his fight against COVID-19 was finally sent home on Tuesday, June 30.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee family is counting its blessings after a grandfather hospitalized for 97 days in his fight against COVID-19 was finally sent home on Tuesday, June 30.
Doctor demonstrates how face mask blocks respiratory droplets from spreading
As the novel coronavirus surges amid hasty re-openings in states across the U.S., some state officials have ordered residents to wear masks in public, and one medical expert’s widely-shared Twitter thread demonstrates the effectiveness of wearing a facial covering amid a pandemic.
As the novel coronavirus surges amid hasty re-openings in states across the U.S., some state officials have ordered residents to wear masks in public, and one medical expert’s widely-shared Twitter thread demonstrates the effectiveness of wearing a facial covering amid a pandemic.
Carthage College announces plans to blend in-person, online instruction for fall semester
KENOSHA -- Carthage College announced on Tuesday, June 30 its plans for a return to in-person, residential education this fall.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Carthage made several modifications to its fall semester calendar, course offerings and campus facilities to ensure a safe environment for students, faculty and staff.Carthage will begin the fall semester one week early and stagger student residents' arrival to allow for physical distancing during move-in.
KENOSHA -- Carthage College announced on Tuesday, June 30 its plans for a return to in-person, residential education this fall.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Carthage made several modifications to its fall semester calendar, course offerings and campus facilities to ensure a safe environment for students, faculty and staff.Carthage will begin the fall semester one week early and stagger student residents' arrival to allow for physical distancing during move-in.
28,715 test positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 786 deaths, 22K+ recovered
MILWAUKEE — The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 28,715 on Tuesday, June 30.
MILWAUKEE — The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 28,715 on Tuesday, June 30.
Milwaukee alderwoman to introduce ordinance that would require masks be worn in public
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic of the city's 14th District announced on Tuesday, June 30 that she plans to introduce legislation to the Milwaukee Common Council that would require wearing masks in public spaces to limit the spread of COVID-19.The legislation -- "MKE Cares" -- will be introduced later this week.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic of the city's 14th District announced on Tuesday, June 30 that she plans to introduce legislation to the Milwaukee Common Council that would require wearing masks in public spaces to limit the spread of COVID-19.The legislation -- "MKE Cares" -- will be introduced later this week.
Milwaukee mayor to host COVID-19 webinars on summer youth activities, home repair practices
MILWAUKEE— Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett will host two webinars July 1 and 2 alongside community partners and City departments to help share important COVID-19 information on a variety of topics.Barrett has already hosted four webinars on guidance and best practices for salons and barbers, bars and restaurants, child care facilities and the faith community.
MILWAUKEE— Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett will host two webinars July 1 and 2 alongside community partners and City departments to help share important COVID-19 information on a variety of topics.Barrett has already hosted four webinars on guidance and best practices for salons and barbers, bars and restaurants, child care facilities and the faith community.
Florida school district to spend $4 million on installing transparent screens in classrooms
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A north Florida school district has voted to install transparent screens in classrooms in response to the coronavirus pandemic.Action News Jax reports that Duval County Public Schools voted unanimously to install the barriers at student desks to lower the risk of COVID-19 spread.“The screens are not the be-all, end-all.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A north Florida school district has voted to install transparent screens in classrooms in response to the coronavirus pandemic.Action News Jax reports that Duval County Public Schools voted unanimously to install the barriers at student desks to lower the risk of COVID-19 spread.“The screens are not the be-all, end-all.
Mayor Barrett commits resources to address housing, employment, COVID-19 mitigation efforts
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced on Tuesday, June 30 his plans to commit resources from the Community Development Block Grant Fund to address housing, employment, and COVID-19 mitigation efforts.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett announced on Tuesday, June 30 his plans to commit resources from the Community Development Block Grant Fund to address housing, employment, and COVID-19 mitigation efforts.
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Spirit Halloween squashes closure rumors, says it will return despite COVID-19 pandemic
NEW YORK -- Halloween lovers, rejoice: It looks like popular franchise Spirit Halloween will be returning in 2020, just in time for spooky season.Putting an end to rumors that the franchise would not be returning this year due to COVID-19, Spirit Halloween announced on Facebook that shoppers have nothing to worry about.The Facebook post reads, in part:
NEW YORK -- Halloween lovers, rejoice: It looks like popular franchise Spirit Halloween will be returning in 2020, just in time for spooky season.Putting an end to rumors that the franchise would not be returning this year due to COVID-19, Spirit Halloween announced on Facebook that shoppers have nothing to worry about.The Facebook post reads, in part:
Racine's Salmon-A-Rama fishing contest is on for 2020, festival is canceled
RACINE -- The organizers of Salmon-A-Rama announced on Tuesday, June 30 that its 10-day fishing contest headquartered in Racine will be on for 2020.
RACINE -- The organizers of Salmon-A-Rama announced on Tuesday, June 30 that its 10-day fishing contest headquartered in Racine will be on for 2020.
Wisconsin State Park group camping for 50 people or less starts July 13
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced on Tuesday, June 30 it will begin to allow group camping for groups of 50 or less with reservations on Monday, July 13.The DNR will also begin placing camp hosts at state park campgrounds, and firewood is now available at select state parks.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced on Tuesday, June 30 it will begin to allow group camping for groups of 50 or less with reservations on Monday, July 13.The DNR will also begin placing camp hosts at state park campgrounds, and firewood is now available at select state parks.
FDA head offers guidelines for vaccine to Senate: 'We will not cut corners in our decision-making'
WASHINGTON — The head of the Food and Drug Administration says vaccine developers will be expected to study COVID-19 shots in racial minorities, the elderly, pregnant women and those with other health conditions.FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn outlined the guidelines for potential vaccines at a Senate hearing on reopening schools and workplaces.Hahn says “while the FDA is committed to help expedite this work, we will not cut corners in our decision-making.”The agency has come under criticism for granting emergency authorization to a malaria drug touted by President Donald Trump as a treatment for coronavirus.
WASHINGTON — The head of the Food and Drug Administration says vaccine developers will be expected to study COVID-19 shots in racial minorities, the elderly, pregnant women and those with other health conditions.FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn outlined the guidelines for potential vaccines at a Senate hearing on reopening schools and workplaces.Hahn says “while the FDA is committed to help expedite this work, we will not cut corners in our decision-making.”The agency has come under criticism for granting emergency authorization to a malaria drug touted by President Donald Trump as a treatment for coronavirus.
Over 6,000 new Florida coronavirus cases Tuesday as total tops 150,000; 58 more deaths reported
TAMPA, Fla. -- The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,093 since yesterday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state.
TAMPA, Fla. -- The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,093 since yesterday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state.
EU reopens its borders to 14 nations but not to US tourists
BRUSSELS — The European Union announced Tuesday that it will reopen its borders to travelers from 14 countries, but most Americans have been refused entry for at least another two weeks due to soaring coronavirus infections in the U.S.Travelers from other big countries like Russia, Brazil and India will also miss out.As Europe’s economies reel from the impact of the coronavirus, southern EU countries like Greece, Italy and Spain are desperate to entice back sun-loving visitors and breathe life into their damaged tourism industries.More than 15 million Americans are estimated to travel to Europe each year, while some 10 million Europeans head across the Atlantic.Citizens from the following countries will be allowed into the EU's 27 members and four other nations in Europe's visa-free Schengen travel zone: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay.The EU said China is “subject to confirmation of reciprocity,” meaning it must lift all restrictions on European citizens entering China before it will allow Chinese citizens back in.Countries considered for the safe list are also expected to lift any bans they might have in place on European travelers.
BRUSSELS — The European Union announced Tuesday that it will reopen its borders to travelers from 14 countries, but most Americans have been refused entry for at least another two weeks due to soaring coronavirus infections in the U.S.Travelers from other big countries like Russia, Brazil and India will also miss out.As Europe’s economies reel from the impact of the coronavirus, southern EU countries like Greece, Italy and Spain are desperate to entice back sun-loving visitors and breathe life into their damaged tourism industries.More than 15 million Americans are estimated to travel to Europe each year, while some 10 million Europeans head across the Atlantic.Citizens from the following countries will be allowed into the EU's 27 members and four other nations in Europe's visa-free Schengen travel zone: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay.The EU said China is “subject to confirmation of reciprocity,” meaning it must lift all restrictions on European citizens entering China before it will allow Chinese citizens back in.Countries considered for the safe list are also expected to lift any bans they might have in place on European travelers.
How risky is flying during the coronavirus pandemic?
NEW YORK -- How risky is flying during the coronavirus pandemic?
NEW YORK -- How risky is flying during the coronavirus pandemic?
70+ Milwaukee businesses call on mayor, council president to require masks in public spaces
MILWAUKEE -- Over 70 Milwaukee businesses have joined together and written a letter to Mayor Tom Barrett and Common Council President Cavalier Johnson, calling on them to require that masks be worn by patrons and workers in public spaces including stores, theaters, museums, restaurants and bars (while not consuming food or beverages) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19."I have very close ties to Italy, we know how it affected Italy and how it affected certain countries around the world," said Paul Bartolotta of the Bartolotta Restaurants. "No country has successfully put to bed or managed down the pandemic without the use of masks."Fiserv Forum, Colectivo Coffee, The Sherman Phoenix, The Pabst Theater Group and Bartolotta Restaurants are among those signing their support.
MILWAUKEE -- Over 70 Milwaukee businesses have joined together and written a letter to Mayor Tom Barrett and Common Council President Cavalier Johnson, calling on them to require that masks be worn by patrons and workers in public spaces including stores, theaters, museums, restaurants and bars (while not consuming food or beverages) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19."I have very close ties to Italy, we know how it affected Italy and how it affected certain countries around the world," said Paul Bartolotta of the Bartolotta Restaurants. "No country has successfully put to bed or managed down the pandemic without the use of masks."Fiserv Forum, Colectivo Coffee, The Sherman Phoenix, The Pabst Theater Group and Bartolotta Restaurants are among those signing their support.
28K+ tested positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 779 deaths, 22K+ recovered, 527K+ negative
MILWAUKEE -- The number of positive cases of the coronavirus in Wisconsin rose to 28,108 Monday, June 29, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
MILWAUKEE -- The number of positive cases of the coronavirus in Wisconsin rose to 28,108 Monday, June 29, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
Closed again: States like Arizona reverse reopenings, require masks amid COVID-19 resurgence
PHOENIX -- Arizona's Republican governor shut down bars, movie theaters, gyms and water parks Monday and leaders in several states ordered residents to wear masks in public in a dramatic course reversal amid an alarming resurgence of coronavirus cases nationwide.Among those implementing the face-covering orders is the city of Jacksonville, Florida, where mask-averse President Donald Trump plans to accept the Republican nomination in August.
PHOENIX -- Arizona's Republican governor shut down bars, movie theaters, gyms and water parks Monday and leaders in several states ordered residents to wear masks in public in a dramatic course reversal amid an alarming resurgence of coronavirus cases nationwide.Among those implementing the face-covering orders is the city of Jacksonville, Florida, where mask-averse President Donald Trump plans to accept the Republican nomination in August.