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Suburban Milwaukee health officials announce 'all remaining businesses' can reopen Friday
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Officials with the suburban Milwaukee health departments on Tuesday, May 19 announced "all remaining businesses in the 18 suburban municipalities" may reopen Friday, May 22 if they choose to -- moving to the next phase of their reopening plans, with Order #1, issued on Thursday, May 14, set to expire at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2020.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Officials with the suburban Milwaukee health departments on Tuesday, May 19 announced "all remaining businesses in the 18 suburban municipalities" may reopen Friday, May 22 if they choose to -- moving to the next phase of their reopening plans, with Order #1, issued on Thursday, May 14, set to expire at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2020.
My 'decision to make:' President Trump defends criticized use of drug
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump emphatically defended himself Tuesday against criticism from medical experts and others that his announced use of a malaria drug against the coronavirus could spark wide misuse by Americans of the unproven treatment with potentially fatal side effects.President Trump's bland statement a day earlier that he was taking hydroxychloroquine caught many in his administration by surprise and set off an urgent effort by officials to justify his action.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump emphatically defended himself Tuesday against criticism from medical experts and others that his announced use of a malaria drug against the coronavirus could spark wide misuse by Americans of the unproven treatment with potentially fatal side effects.President Trump's bland statement a day earlier that he was taking hydroxychloroquine caught many in his administration by surprise and set off an urgent effort by officials to justify his action.
Officials say it's time to safely reopen Door County businesses to tourists
DOOR COUNTY -- The Door County Health Officer announced on Tuesday, May 19 that the county is prepared to reopen to the tourists -- even as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on.In a news release, Door County Health Officer Susan Powers indicated the following shall remain in effect until revoked or superseded by subsequent recommendations or order:Basic recommendations for everyone
DOOR COUNTY -- The Door County Health Officer announced on Tuesday, May 19 that the county is prepared to reopen to the tourists -- even as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on.In a news release, Door County Health Officer Susan Powers indicated the following shall remain in effect until revoked or superseded by subsequent recommendations or order:Basic recommendations for everyone
Brooklyn park debuts 'human parking spots' painted onto the grass for social distancing
BROOKLYN, N.Y. -- Even parks are going to look different after the coronavirus.As the weather gets warmer and lockdown restrictions are gradually lifted, more people are going to start spending their days outside.
BROOKLYN, N.Y. -- Even parks are going to look different after the coronavirus.As the weather gets warmer and lockdown restrictions are gradually lifted, more people are going to start spending their days outside.
Annie Glenn, 100, famed astronaut's widow, dies of COVID-19
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Annie Glenn, wife of the late astronaut and U.S. Sen.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Annie Glenn, wife of the late astronaut and U.S. Sen.
Scam alert: Text message offering free groceries from Target amid coronavirus pandemic is fake
MINNEAPOLIS -- A text message claiming Target is giving away free groceries due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is reportedly making the rounds — but warning: It’s a scam.The text reads that the recipient has qualified for $175 worth of free groceries and comes with a link to redeem the offer, according to WFMY-TV.However, the link can install an undetected virus, malware, spyware or ransomware on your device — enabling hackers to obtain personal information, such as passwords to mobile banking and email, as well as credit card information, according to the station.
MINNEAPOLIS -- A text message claiming Target is giving away free groceries due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is reportedly making the rounds — but warning: It’s a scam.The text reads that the recipient has qualified for $175 worth of free groceries and comes with a link to redeem the offer, according to WFMY-TV.However, the link can install an undetected virus, malware, spyware or ransomware on your device — enabling hackers to obtain personal information, such as passwords to mobile banking and email, as well as credit card information, according to the station.
NFL teams can reopen training facilities with government OK, commissioner says
NEW YORK -- Several NFL teams are reopening their training facilities Tuesday, while many are prohibited by government restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic.Commissioner Roger Goodell gave the 32 clubs the go-ahead for limited reopenings as long as state and local municipalities allow them.
NEW YORK -- Several NFL teams are reopening their training facilities Tuesday, while many are prohibited by government restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic.Commissioner Roger Goodell gave the 32 clubs the go-ahead for limited reopenings as long as state and local municipalities allow them.
Open Record Special Edition: Evictions surge is coming
MILWAUKEE -- In the middle of this pandemic, many have lost their jobs.
MILWAUKEE -- In the middle of this pandemic, many have lost their jobs.
HHS delivers $137M to expand COVID-19 testing capacity in Wisconsin
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on Tuesday, May 19 that it is delivering $137,077,933 in new funding to Wisconsin to support testing for COVID-19.In total, $10.25 billion in funding is being provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to states, territories, and local jurisdictions through CDC’s existing Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) cooperative agreement.This funding from the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act will provide critical support to develop, purchase, administer, process, and analyze COVID-19 tests, conduct surveillance, trace contacts, and related activities.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on Tuesday, May 19 that it is delivering $137,077,933 in new funding to Wisconsin to support testing for COVID-19.In total, $10.25 billion in funding is being provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to states, territories, and local jurisdictions through CDC’s existing Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) cooperative agreement.This funding from the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act will provide critical support to develop, purchase, administer, process, and analyze COVID-19 tests, conduct surveillance, trace contacts, and related activities.
'Public health must come first:' Airbnb warns against parties in Milwaukee following 'Safer at Home'
MILWAUKEE -- Airbnb is reminding renters that they will not allow for hosts to authorize parties or events in regions where current public health mandates prohibit events and gatherings."We want to be very clear -- not only will we ban guests who attempt to throw an unauthorized party in a Milwaukee Airbnb listing, we will be cooperating with Milwaukee Police in any investigations relating to parties and violations of public health mandates, consistent with our Terms of Service," said Airbnb.Although the state's 'safer at home order' is no longer in effect, Milwaukee County’s public health order remains in place, and this includes a prohibition on large gatherings, meaning our new policy means will continue to prohibit any type of party at an Airbnb listing in Milwaukee until further notice.Airbnb said the following in a press release:
MILWAUKEE -- Airbnb is reminding renters that they will not allow for hosts to authorize parties or events in regions where current public health mandates prohibit events and gatherings."We want to be very clear -- not only will we ban guests who attempt to throw an unauthorized party in a Milwaukee Airbnb listing, we will be cooperating with Milwaukee Police in any investigations relating to parties and violations of public health mandates, consistent with our Terms of Service," said Airbnb.Although the state's 'safer at home order' is no longer in effect, Milwaukee County’s public health order remains in place, and this includes a prohibition on large gatherings, meaning our new policy means will continue to prohibit any type of party at an Airbnb listing in Milwaukee until further notice.Airbnb said the following in a press release:
New York pastor threatened with $1,000 fine for holding drive-in church service
NEW YORK -- A New York church with 40 members held a drive-in service Sunday after being warned by police that it was a violation of Gov.
NEW YORK -- A New York church with 40 members held a drive-in service Sunday after being warned by police that it was a violation of Gov.
Mayor says there are still too many COVID-19 cases concentrated in Milwaukee to lift order
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the suburban Milwaukee health departments on Tuesday, May 19 announced “all remaining businesses in the 18 suburban municipalities” may reopen Friday, May 22 if they choose to — moving to the next phase of their reopening plans; however, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said there are still too many COVID-19 cases concentrated in the City of Milwaukee to lift the city's order issued on March 25.Meanwhile, the owners of the 27 businesses inside the Sherman Phoenix, which rose from the ashes of the Sherman Park unrest in August 2016, continued working on innovative ways to welcome customers back safely when the city's order is lifted.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the suburban Milwaukee health departments on Tuesday, May 19 announced “all remaining businesses in the 18 suburban municipalities” may reopen Friday, May 22 if they choose to — moving to the next phase of their reopening plans; however, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said there are still too many COVID-19 cases concentrated in the City of Milwaukee to lift the city's order issued on March 25.Meanwhile, the owners of the 27 businesses inside the Sherman Phoenix, which rose from the ashes of the Sherman Park unrest in August 2016, continued working on innovative ways to welcome customers back safely when the city's order is lifted.
'Taking the necessary precautions:' Franklin 'emergency health order' to expire May 21
FRANKLIN -- The City of Franklin Director of Health and Human Services announced Tuesday, May 19 that Emergency Health Order #1 will expire Thursday, May, 21 at 11:59 p.m., and will not be extended.“We’ve given our businesses time to develop safe opening plans, re-hire and train their staffs and to restock their inventories.
FRANKLIN -- The City of Franklin Director of Health and Human Services announced Tuesday, May 19 that Emergency Health Order #1 will expire Thursday, May, 21 at 11:59 p.m., and will not be extended.“We’ve given our businesses time to develop safe opening plans, re-hire and train their staffs and to restock their inventories.
Racine places limits on gatherings, events that require city permits through July 31
RACINE -- It's a time of year reserved for cookouts and fun with friends and family, but summer will look a little different in Racine this year.
RACINE -- It's a time of year reserved for cookouts and fun with friends and family, but summer will look a little different in Racine this year.
Experts: President Trump's threats to WHO could undercut global health
LONDON — Health experts say U.S. President Donald Trump's increasing attacks on the World Health Organization for its handling of the coronavirus demonstrate a profound misunderstanding of the U.N. agency's role and could ultimately serve to weaken global health.In a letter to the WHO's director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Trump wrote that the WHO's “repeated missteps” in its response to the pandemic have proven “very costly for the world.”On Monday, President Trump threatened to permanently cut U.S. funding to the WHO unless the agency commits to “substantive improvements” in the next 30 days.“I cannot allow American taxpayer dollars to continue to finance an organization that, in its present state, is so clearly not serving America’s interests,” he wrote.The U.S. is the WHO's biggest donor, providing about $450 million a year.Devi Sridhar, a professor of global health at the University of Edinburgh, said the letter was likely written for Trump's political base and meant to deflect blame for the virus' devastating impact in the U.S., which has by far the most infections and virus deaths in the world.“China and the U.S. are fighting it out like divorced parents while (the) WHO is the child caught in the middle, trying not to pick sides,” she said.“President Trump doesn’t understand what the WHO can and cannot do," she said, explaining that it sets international standards and is driven by its member countries. “If he thinks they need more power, then member states should agree and delegate it more.”In Brussels, the European Union threw its weight behind the WHO, urging all countries to support it in the wake of Trump's continued attacks.“This is the time for solidarity," said European Commission spokeswoman Virginie Battu-Henriksson. "It is not the time for finger pointing or undermining multilateral cooperation.”Michael Head, a senior research fellow at the University of Southampton, said much of what Trump was demanding was beyond the WHO's intended scope.“The WHO have limited powers, in terms of what they can demand of countries where outbreaks are taking place,” Head said. “They provide expert guidance and not enforcement by law.”Head noted that there are clear gaps in governance elsewhere that have allowed COVID-19 to spread — notably in the U.S., which has seen 1.5 million infections and over 90,000 deaths linked to COVID-19.President Trump has repeatedly accused the WHO of being unduly influenced by China, and wrote that the agency has been “curiously insistent” on praising the country's “alleged transparency.”The WHO acknowledged receipt of President Trump's missive and said it was “considering the contents of the letter,” according to a statement.
LONDON — Health experts say U.S. President Donald Trump's increasing attacks on the World Health Organization for its handling of the coronavirus demonstrate a profound misunderstanding of the U.N. agency's role and could ultimately serve to weaken global health.In a letter to the WHO's director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Trump wrote that the WHO's “repeated missteps” in its response to the pandemic have proven “very costly for the world.”On Monday, President Trump threatened to permanently cut U.S. funding to the WHO unless the agency commits to “substantive improvements” in the next 30 days.“I cannot allow American taxpayer dollars to continue to finance an organization that, in its present state, is so clearly not serving America’s interests,” he wrote.The U.S. is the WHO's biggest donor, providing about $450 million a year.Devi Sridhar, a professor of global health at the University of Edinburgh, said the letter was likely written for Trump's political base and meant to deflect blame for the virus' devastating impact in the U.S., which has by far the most infections and virus deaths in the world.“China and the U.S. are fighting it out like divorced parents while (the) WHO is the child caught in the middle, trying not to pick sides,” she said.“President Trump doesn’t understand what the WHO can and cannot do," she said, explaining that it sets international standards and is driven by its member countries. “If he thinks they need more power, then member states should agree and delegate it more.”In Brussels, the European Union threw its weight behind the WHO, urging all countries to support it in the wake of Trump's continued attacks.“This is the time for solidarity," said European Commission spokeswoman Virginie Battu-Henriksson. "It is not the time for finger pointing or undermining multilateral cooperation.”Michael Head, a senior research fellow at the University of Southampton, said much of what Trump was demanding was beyond the WHO's intended scope.“The WHO have limited powers, in terms of what they can demand of countries where outbreaks are taking place,” Head said. “They provide expert guidance and not enforcement by law.”Head noted that there are clear gaps in governance elsewhere that have allowed COVID-19 to spread — notably in the U.S., which has seen 1.5 million infections and over 90,000 deaths linked to COVID-19.President Trump has repeatedly accused the WHO of being unduly influenced by China, and wrote that the agency has been “curiously insistent” on praising the country's “alleged transparency.”The WHO acknowledged receipt of President Trump's missive and said it was “considering the contents of the letter,” according to a statement.
An antidote to coronavirus blues? A Picasso on your wall
LE PECQ, France — How’s this as an antidote for coronavirus blues: A genuine painting by Pablo Picasso on your wall.After an eight-week delay caused by France’s COVID-19 lockdown, the Christie’s auction house in Paris is hosting a raffle draw Wednesday for “Nature Morte,” an oil on canvas that Picasso painted in 1921.Proceeds will help provide villagers in Cameroon, Madagascar and Morocco with water — a basic need more essential than ever now for people to wash and protect themselves against the global pandemic.Raffle organizers say they have already raised 5 million euros ($5.4 million) by selling 50,000 tickets online for 100 euros ($109) each.
LE PECQ, France — How’s this as an antidote for coronavirus blues: A genuine painting by Pablo Picasso on your wall.After an eight-week delay caused by France’s COVID-19 lockdown, the Christie’s auction house in Paris is hosting a raffle draw Wednesday for “Nature Morte,” an oil on canvas that Picasso painted in 1921.Proceeds will help provide villagers in Cameroon, Madagascar and Morocco with water — a basic need more essential than ever now for people to wash and protect themselves against the global pandemic.Raffle organizers say they have already raised 5 million euros ($5.4 million) by selling 50,000 tickets online for 100 euros ($109) each.
IRS to issue coronavirus stimulus payments on prepaid debit card
NEW YORK -- The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.The IRS’ financial agent, MetaBank, will send nearly 4 million payments on prepaid cards – allowing recipients to withdraw funds from in-network ATMs, make purchases and transfer funds to their personal bank accounts without incurring any fees.
NEW YORK -- The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.The IRS’ financial agent, MetaBank, will send nearly 4 million payments on prepaid cards – allowing recipients to withdraw funds from in-network ATMs, make purchases and transfer funds to their personal bank accounts without incurring any fees.
California woman tests positive for COVID-19 twice
VICTORVILLE, Calif. -- A Victorville woman is grateful to be alive after testing positive for COVID-19 twice at a hospital.Janice Brown, 66, tested positive for coronavirus at the Desert Valley Medical Group in Victorville.
VICTORVILLE, Calif. -- A Victorville woman is grateful to be alive after testing positive for COVID-19 twice at a hospital.Janice Brown, 66, tested positive for coronavirus at the Desert Valley Medical Group in Victorville.