Florida scores an 'F' in social distancing
ORLANDO, Fla. -- According to the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), social distancing is currently the most effective way to slow the spread of COVID-19.But Florida isn't doing so well with that, according to new research.As the Sunshine State continues the process of reopening, Unacast is using cellphone GPS data to measure how well we are social distancing.
ORLANDO, Fla. -- According to the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), social distancing is currently the most effective way to slow the spread of COVID-19.But Florida isn't doing so well with that, according to new research.As the Sunshine State continues the process of reopening, Unacast is using cellphone GPS data to measure how well we are social distancing.
'A tremendous experience:' Small businesses prepare to awaken from 'Safer at Home' slumber
WHITEFISH BAY -- The owners of outdoor outfitter Yellow Wood in Whitefish Bay are looking forward to seeing their customers again soon but before doors open, they're working through ways to keep that person, small-business touch in with social distancing now required.
WHITEFISH BAY -- The owners of outdoor outfitter Yellow Wood in Whitefish Bay are looking forward to seeing their customers again soon but before doors open, they're working through ways to keep that person, small-business touch in with social distancing now required.
'Phenomenal:' Turnout stays strong at Milwaukee's free COVID-19 test sites, nearly 2K tested
MILWAUKEE -- In addition to health centers and private health facilities, close to 2,000 people were tested for COVID-19 at free, community test sites on Milwaukee's north and south sides Tuesday.Later this week, the community will see more free testing available downtown.
MILWAUKEE -- In addition to health centers and private health facilities, close to 2,000 people were tested for COVID-19 at free, community test sites on Milwaukee's north and south sides Tuesday.Later this week, the community will see more free testing available downtown.
Woman flown to hospital after falling into thermal feature at closed Yellowstone National Park
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — A woman illegally visited Yellowstone National Park while it's closed during the coronavirus pandemic and suffered burns Tuesday, May 12 when she fell into a thermal feature, officials said.She was reportedly backing up while taking photos and fell into a hot spring or hole where hot gases emerge near Old Faithful geyser, park spokeswoman Linda Veress said in an email.Despite her injuries, the woman drove for roughly 50 miles (80 kilometers) until park rangers stopped her near Mammoth Hot Springs.
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — A woman illegally visited Yellowstone National Park while it's closed during the coronavirus pandemic and suffered burns Tuesday, May 12 when she fell into a thermal feature, officials said.She was reportedly backing up while taking photos and fell into a hot spring or hole where hot gases emerge near Old Faithful geyser, park spokeswoman Linda Veress said in an email.Despite her injuries, the woman drove for roughly 50 miles (80 kilometers) until park rangers stopped her near Mammoth Hot Springs.
Safety plans for dining room reopening at Burger King, Popeyes revealed
TORONTO -- The parent company of Burger King, Popeyes and Tim Horton's restaurants has revealed its reopening safety plan to protect staff and customers amid the coronavirus pandemic.Restaurant Brands International said tables and chairs in the restaurants' dining areas will be sanitized after each use upon reopening.
TORONTO -- The parent company of Burger King, Popeyes and Tim Horton's restaurants has revealed its reopening safety plan to protect staff and customers amid the coronavirus pandemic.Restaurant Brands International said tables and chairs in the restaurants' dining areas will be sanitized after each use upon reopening.
Resolution to change DNC format passes unanimously, door now open for virtual event
MILWAUKEE -- The Democratic National Convention held in Milwaukee this summer will be the first of its kind.
MILWAUKEE -- The Democratic National Convention held in Milwaukee this summer will be the first of its kind.
Biden plans to stay home, testing limits of virtual campaign
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WILMINGTON, Del.
'A pretty scary thing:' Kid illness tied to virus worries New York
NEW YORK -- Amber Dean had recovered from a mild bout of the coronavirus and her family of five had just ended their home quarantine when her oldest son, 9-year-old Bobby, fell ill.“At first it was nothing major, it seemed like a tummy bug, like he ate something that didn't agree with him,” said Dean, who lives with her husband and three young children in the western New York town of Hornell. “But by the next day, he couldn't keep anything down and his belly hurt so bad he couldn't sit up.”At the local hospital emergency room, doctors suspected an appendix infection and sent him home with instructions to see his pediatrician.It was only later, after Bobby's condition took an alarming turn for the worse, that doctors realized he was among the small but growing number of children with a mysterious inflammatory syndrome thought to be related to the virus.New York Gov.
NEW YORK -- Amber Dean had recovered from a mild bout of the coronavirus and her family of five had just ended their home quarantine when her oldest son, 9-year-old Bobby, fell ill.“At first it was nothing major, it seemed like a tummy bug, like he ate something that didn't agree with him,” said Dean, who lives with her husband and three young children in the western New York town of Hornell. “But by the next day, he couldn't keep anything down and his belly hurt so bad he couldn't sit up.”At the local hospital emergency room, doctors suspected an appendix infection and sent him home with instructions to see his pediatrician.It was only later, after Bobby's condition took an alarming turn for the worse, that doctors realized he was among the small but growing number of children with a mysterious inflammatory syndrome thought to be related to the virus.New York Gov.
'Great for Greendale:' Some businesses reopen, others wait 'with customers' best interest in mind'
GREENDALE -- Some Wisconsin retailers opened Tuesday, May 12 for the first time since the "Safer at Home" order took effect on March 25.
GREENDALE -- Some Wisconsin retailers opened Tuesday, May 12 for the first time since the "Safer at Home" order took effect on March 25.
Books and Badges: Wisconsin State Patrol launches virtual reading program for kids
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin State Patrol has launched a program called "Books and Badges" where troopers read books to kids in their cars.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin State Patrol has launched a program called "Books and Badges" where troopers read books to kids in their cars.
Fauci urges caution on schools, warns against ‘cavalier’ idea that children are immune from COVID-19
WASHINGTON -- Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr.
WASHINGTON -- Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr.
Coronavirus prompts Twitter to allow employees to work from home 'forever'
SAN FRANCISCO -- When Twitter reopens its offices starting around September, its employees can decide whether they want to return or continue working from home "forever," the company confirmed to FOX Business on Tuesday.The news comes as the country's biggest tech giants extend their work-from-home policies amid the coronavirus pandemic, with some companies like Facebook and Google making work-from-home optional until next year."We were uniquely positioned to respond quickly and allow folks to work from home given our emphasis on decentralization and supporting a distributed workforce capable of working from anywhere," a Twitter spokesperson said. "The past few months have proven we can make that work."The spokesperson added that the company's employees "are in a role and situation that enables them to work from home and they want to continue to do so forever, we will make that happen." If employees choose to return to the office when the company feels it is safe, they will be allowed to do so "with some additional precautions."Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey gave the news to employees in an email obtained by Buzzfeed on Monday, saying they would be given the option to work from home permanently if they want to.The spokesperson said it would likely not be reopening its offices until September with a few exceptions, and environments will likely be somewhat different than before COVID-19 due to extra safety precautions to avoid the spread of germs.
SAN FRANCISCO -- When Twitter reopens its offices starting around September, its employees can decide whether they want to return or continue working from home "forever," the company confirmed to FOX Business on Tuesday.The news comes as the country's biggest tech giants extend their work-from-home policies amid the coronavirus pandemic, with some companies like Facebook and Google making work-from-home optional until next year."We were uniquely positioned to respond quickly and allow folks to work from home given our emphasis on decentralization and supporting a distributed workforce capable of working from anywhere," a Twitter spokesperson said. "The past few months have proven we can make that work."The spokesperson added that the company's employees "are in a role and situation that enables them to work from home and they want to continue to do so forever, we will make that happen." If employees choose to return to the office when the company feels it is safe, they will be allowed to do so "with some additional precautions."Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey gave the news to employees in an email obtained by Buzzfeed on Monday, saying they would be given the option to work from home permanently if they want to.The spokesperson said it would likely not be reopening its offices until September with a few exceptions, and environments will likely be somewhat different than before COVID-19 due to extra safety precautions to avoid the spread of germs.
115th Fighter Wing to show support for frontline workers by flying over Wisconsin communities
MADISON -- The 115th Fighter Wing based in Madison plans to pay tribute on Tuesday, May 12 to Wisconsin's heroes, including health care workers and first responders who have supported communities across the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MADISON -- The 115th Fighter Wing based in Madison plans to pay tribute on Tuesday, May 12 to Wisconsin's heroes, including health care workers and first responders who have supported communities across the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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USA Gymnastics cancels all top-tier 2020 events
NEW YORK -- USA Gymnastics will not hold any top-tier events the rest of this year.The organization announced Tuesday it is scrapping the U.S. Classic and the national championships because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
NEW YORK -- USA Gymnastics will not hold any top-tier events the rest of this year.The organization announced Tuesday it is scrapping the U.S. Classic and the national championships because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Counterfeit masks reaching frontline health workers in US: 'It’s just unprecedented'
WASHINGTON — On a day when COVID-19 cases soared, healthcare supplies were scarce and an anguished doctor warned he was being sent to war without bullets, a cargo plane landed at the Los Angeles International Airport, supposedly loaded with the ammo doctors and nurses were begging for: some of the first N95 medical masks to reach the U.S. in almost six weeks.Already healthcare workers who lacked the crucial protection had caught COVID-19 after treating patients infected with the highly contagious new coronavirus.
WASHINGTON — On a day when COVID-19 cases soared, healthcare supplies were scarce and an anguished doctor warned he was being sent to war without bullets, a cargo plane landed at the Los Angeles International Airport, supposedly loaded with the ammo doctors and nurses were begging for: some of the first N95 medical masks to reach the U.S. in almost six weeks.Already healthcare workers who lacked the crucial protection had caught COVID-19 after treating patients infected with the highly contagious new coronavirus.
Dubai turns world's tallest building into light-up, coronavirus charity donation box
DUBAI -- The 2,716 feet tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai is lit up to provide meals to coronavirus-hit communities across the United Arab Emirates.Each of the tower's 1.2 million lights was sold for a donation of 10 dirhams -- or $2.72 -- enough to buy one meal.
DUBAI -- The 2,716 feet tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai is lit up to provide meals to coronavirus-hit communities across the United Arab Emirates.Each of the tower's 1.2 million lights was sold for a donation of 10 dirhams -- or $2.72 -- enough to buy one meal.
'It’s monumental:' Pelosi unveils $3T coronavirus aid package for Friday vote
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a more than $3 trillion coronavirus aid package Tuesday, providing nearly $1 trillion in aid for states, cities and local governments, aid to essential workers, and a new round of cash payments to individuals.The House is expected to vote on the package as soon as Friday, but Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said there is no “urgency” to act on new legislation.The so-called Heroes Act would provide nearly $1 trillion for states, cities and tribal governments to avert layoffs and an additional $200 billion in “hazard pay” for essential workers, according a summary.It will offer a fresh round of $1,200 direct cash aid to individuals, increased to up to $6,000 per household, and launches a $175 billion housing assistance fund to help pay rents and mortgages.
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a more than $3 trillion coronavirus aid package Tuesday, providing nearly $1 trillion in aid for states, cities and local governments, aid to essential workers, and a new round of cash payments to individuals.The House is expected to vote on the package as soon as Friday, but Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said there is no “urgency” to act on new legislation.The so-called Heroes Act would provide nearly $1 trillion for states, cities and tribal governments to avert layoffs and an additional $200 billion in “hazard pay” for essential workers, according a summary.It will offer a fresh round of $1,200 direct cash aid to individuals, increased to up to $6,000 per household, and launches a $175 billion housing assistance fund to help pay rents and mortgages.
Man uses giant plastic Zorb ball to greet grandma on Mother’s Day
TUCSON, Ariz. -- Phone chats, Zoom calls and window reunions are standard options when trying to communicate with older loved ones amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
TUCSON, Ariz. -- Phone chats, Zoom calls and window reunions are standard options when trying to communicate with older loved ones amid the COVID-19 pandemic.