Florida researchers track COVID mutation that suggests virus is adapting to humans
TAMPA, Fla. (FOX 13) -- Researchers in Florida are tracking a mutation in the COVID-19 virus that makes it better at infecting human cells.The changes in the virus are within the spike proteins, which are what allows the virus to bind and infect human cells.
TAMPA, Fla. (FOX 13) -- Researchers in Florida are tracking a mutation in the COVID-19 virus that makes it better at infecting human cells.The changes in the virus are within the spike proteins, which are what allows the virus to bind and infect human cells.
22,961 test positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 697 deaths, nearly 17K recovered
MILWAUKEE -- MILWAUKEE — According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and local health agencies, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 22,961 on Monday, June 15.
MILWAUKEE -- MILWAUKEE — According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and local health agencies, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 22,961 on Monday, June 15.
Subway revamps footlong sandwich promotion, franchisees not biting
NEW YORK -- A version of Subway’s $5 footlong is returning, but franchisees say the promotion could devour their businesses after coronavirus-related revenue losses.The sandwich chain on Tuesday will start promoting a revamped version of its coveted promotion, selling 12-inch sandwiches for just $5 by allowing eaters to purchase any two subs -- including its $8.95 Big Philly Cheesesteak -- for $10, the New York Post reported.But 75 percent of owners don’t want to participate in the special, according to the North American Association of Subway Franchisees, an organization that represents Subway franchise owners.The company’s CEO John Chidsey reportedly thinks that putting out the promotion will revive the brand from sluggish sales fueled by nationwide store closures because of the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, but store operators say they can’t afford to take on the cost of selling sandwiches for a fraction of the cost for food and labor.A store operator from New York told the Post that the initial $5 footlong promotion, which started in 2008, was put in place when labor rates were $7.50 an hour, as opposed to the current $15 an hour.Subway estimates that franchisees will make just $245 after costs if the $10 for two sandwiches promotion sells 100 times a week, a spreadsheet given to franchisees and obtained by the Post shows.
NEW YORK -- A version of Subway’s $5 footlong is returning, but franchisees say the promotion could devour their businesses after coronavirus-related revenue losses.The sandwich chain on Tuesday will start promoting a revamped version of its coveted promotion, selling 12-inch sandwiches for just $5 by allowing eaters to purchase any two subs -- including its $8.95 Big Philly Cheesesteak -- for $10, the New York Post reported.But 75 percent of owners don’t want to participate in the special, according to the North American Association of Subway Franchisees, an organization that represents Subway franchise owners.The company’s CEO John Chidsey reportedly thinks that putting out the promotion will revive the brand from sluggish sales fueled by nationwide store closures because of the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, but store operators say they can’t afford to take on the cost of selling sandwiches for a fraction of the cost for food and labor.A store operator from New York told the Post that the initial $5 footlong promotion, which started in 2008, was put in place when labor rates were $7.50 an hour, as opposed to the current $15 an hour.Subway estimates that franchisees will make just $245 after costs if the $10 for two sandwiches promotion sells 100 times a week, a spreadsheet given to franchisees and obtained by the Post shows.
Agent: Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott tested positive for coronavirus
DALLAS -- Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to his agent.Rocky Arceneaux told the NFL Network on Monday that Elliott was feeling OK and recovering.
DALLAS -- Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to his agent.Rocky Arceneaux told the NFL Network on Monday that Elliott was feeling OK and recovering.
Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
LOS ANGELES -- For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed.
LOS ANGELES -- For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed.
Coming to 4 Wisconsin drive-in theaters on Saturday, June 27: Garth Brooks in concert!
MILWAUKEE -- Garth Brooks is set for a one-night-only concert event to air on-screen at 300 drive-in theaters across North America, only on Saturday, June 27.
MILWAUKEE -- Garth Brooks is set for a one-night-only concert event to air on-screen at 300 drive-in theaters across North America, only on Saturday, June 27.
'We've missed it': Long lines form outside shops in England
LONDON — For many in England, it's been a day of much-needed retail therapy.Long lines stretched down streets in England on Monday as shops selling items considered as nonessential during the coronavirus pandemic, such as sneakers and toys, welcomed customers for the first time since the U.K. was put into lockdown in late March.Starved of the retail experience for the best part of three months, the keenest of shoppers rushed to make up for lost time, to pick up a bargain, browse or just have a chat.Most appeared to abide by the rules of the “new normal” to remain two meters (6-1/2 feet) apart as they awaited their turn to enter the stores, though pushing and shoving was evident in some places, like the NikeTown store on Oxford Street, London's famous shopping district.
LONDON — For many in England, it's been a day of much-needed retail therapy.Long lines stretched down streets in England on Monday as shops selling items considered as nonessential during the coronavirus pandemic, such as sneakers and toys, welcomed customers for the first time since the U.K. was put into lockdown in late March.Starved of the retail experience for the best part of three months, the keenest of shoppers rushed to make up for lost time, to pick up a bargain, browse or just have a chat.Most appeared to abide by the rules of the “new normal” to remain two meters (6-1/2 feet) apart as they awaited their turn to enter the stores, though pushing and shoving was evident in some places, like the NikeTown store on Oxford Street, London's famous shopping district.
US revokes emergency use of malaria drugs vs. coronavirus
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is revoking its emergency authorization for malaria drugs promoted by President Donald Trump for treating COVID-19 amid growing evidence they don’t work and could cause deadly side effects.The agency said Monday that the drugs hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are unlikely to be effective in treating the coronavirus.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is revoking its emergency authorization for malaria drugs promoted by President Donald Trump for treating COVID-19 amid growing evidence they don’t work and could cause deadly side effects.The agency said Monday that the drugs hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are unlikely to be effective in treating the coronavirus.
RV sales surge as travellers seek to avoid crowds
NEW YORK -- Rows of camper trailers fill the parking lot at this California RV showroom.
NEW YORK -- Rows of camper trailers fill the parking lot at this California RV showroom.
Stocks sink worldwide as coronavirus infections rise again
NEW YORK — Stocks are falling again Monday on fears that new waves of coronavirus infections could derail the swift economic recovery that Wall Street was sure was on the way.The S&P 500 was down 1% in midday trading, after earlier being down as much as 2.5%.
NEW YORK — Stocks are falling again Monday on fears that new waves of coronavirus infections could derail the swift economic recovery that Wall Street was sure was on the way.The S&P 500 was down 1% in midday trading, after earlier being down as much as 2.5%.
Red Cross now testing blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies: 'Learn about your potential exposure'
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN -- Beginning Monday, June 15 the American Red Cross is testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies, providing donors insight into whether they have been exposed to this coronavirus.
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN -- Beginning Monday, June 15 the American Red Cross is testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies, providing donors insight into whether they have been exposed to this coronavirus.
Addressing mental health in a time of protests, pandemic: 'We are being bombarded with stressors'
MILWAUKEE -- The looming threat of contracting the coronavirus is still very real and our lives have been disrupted.
MILWAUKEE -- The looming threat of contracting the coronavirus is still very real and our lives have been disrupted.
UW System announces students will return to campus in fall
MADISON — Students of the University of Wisconsin System will be able to return to campus for the fall 2020 semester, the organization announced Sunday, June 14.The announcement from UW System President Ray Cross and Regent President Andrew S.
MADISON — Students of the University of Wisconsin System will be able to return to campus for the fall 2020 semester, the organization announced Sunday, June 14.The announcement from UW System President Ray Cross and Regent President Andrew S.
Surgeon General Jerome Adams says wearing coronavirus masks will give Americans 'more freedom'
WASHINGTON -- Surgeon General Jerome Adams on Sunday encouraged people to wear a mask to stop the spread of the coronavirus — saying the face coverings don’t infringe on Americans’ “freedom” and will help to get the economy up and running.
WASHINGTON -- Surgeon General Jerome Adams on Sunday encouraged people to wear a mask to stop the spread of the coronavirus — saying the face coverings don’t infringe on Americans’ “freedom” and will help to get the economy up and running.
22,782 test positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 696 deaths, 16K+ recovered
MILWAUKEE — According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and local health agencies, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 22,782 on Sunday, June 14.
MILWAUKEE — According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and local health agencies, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases across Wisconsin reached 22,782 on Sunday, June 14.
NY governor threatens to reinstate closings, upset by violations of pandemic-fighting restrictions
NEW YORK -- Upset by “rampant” violations of New York’s pandemic-fighting restrictions, Gov.
NEW YORK -- Upset by “rampant” violations of New York’s pandemic-fighting restrictions, Gov.
State parks reopen for camping; DNR with recommendations for campers
HARTFORD -- After being stuck inside for months, the outdoors never felt so good.
HARTFORD -- After being stuck inside for months, the outdoors never felt so good.
Walmart tests self-checkout only location with no cashiers
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Walmart in Fayetteville, Arkansas is reimagining the shopping experience during the coronavirus pandemic by using self-checkout counters only, in lieu of cashiers.A spokesperson for the company told FOX Business that Walmart Supercenter Store #359 is removing its conveyor belt lanes and replacing them with self-checkout counters.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Walmart in Fayetteville, Arkansas is reimagining the shopping experience during the coronavirus pandemic by using self-checkout counters only, in lieu of cashiers.A spokesperson for the company told FOX Business that Walmart Supercenter Store #359 is removing its conveyor belt lanes and replacing them with self-checkout counters.
Report: 40,000 cruise ship workers still trapped at sea
MIAMI — More than 40,000 cruise ship workers are still stuck at sea because of concerns about the coronavirus.The Miami Herald reports that at least 42,000 workers remain trapped on cruise ships without paychecks, and some still are suffering from COVID-19, three months after the industry shut down.Cruise lines stopped sailing in mid-March after several high-profile outbreaks at sea.
MIAMI — More than 40,000 cruise ship workers are still stuck at sea because of concerns about the coronavirus.The Miami Herald reports that at least 42,000 workers remain trapped on cruise ships without paychecks, and some still are suffering from COVID-19, three months after the industry shut down.Cruise lines stopped sailing in mid-March after several high-profile outbreaks at sea.
Accuracy still unknown for many coronavirus tests rushed out
WASHINGTON — How accurate are the coronavirus tests used in the U.S.?Months into the outbreak, no one really knows how well many of the screening tests work, and experts at top medical centers say it is time to do the studies to find out.When the new virus began spreading, the Food and Drug Administration used its emergency powers to OK scores of quickly devised tests, based mainly on a small number of lab studies showing they could successfully detect the virus.That’s very different from the large patient studies that can take weeks or months, which experts say are needed to provide a true sense of testing accuracy.The FDA’s speedy response came after it was initially criticized for delaying the launch of new tests during a crisis and after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stumbled in getting its own test out to states.But with the U.S. outbreak nearly certain to stretch on for months or even years, some experts want the FDA to demand better evidence of the tests’ accuracy so doctors know how many infections might be missed.There have been more than 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. and more than 115,000 deaths, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University.
WASHINGTON — How accurate are the coronavirus tests used in the U.S.?Months into the outbreak, no one really knows how well many of the screening tests work, and experts at top medical centers say it is time to do the studies to find out.When the new virus began spreading, the Food and Drug Administration used its emergency powers to OK scores of quickly devised tests, based mainly on a small number of lab studies showing they could successfully detect the virus.That’s very different from the large patient studies that can take weeks or months, which experts say are needed to provide a true sense of testing accuracy.The FDA’s speedy response came after it was initially criticized for delaying the launch of new tests during a crisis and after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stumbled in getting its own test out to states.But with the U.S. outbreak nearly certain to stretch on for months or even years, some experts want the FDA to demand better evidence of the tests’ accuracy so doctors know how many infections might be missed.There have been more than 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. and more than 115,000 deaths, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University.