Make-A-Wish launches 'Wishes Need Stars Like You' on 40th anniversary
MILWAUKEE -- Wednesday, April 29 marks the 40th anniversary of the wish that inspired the founding of Make-A-Wish, the organization that creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses worldwide.
MILWAUKEE -- Wednesday, April 29 marks the 40th anniversary of the wish that inspired the founding of Make-A-Wish, the organization that creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses worldwide.
Pandemic brings fortunes to Amazon - and headaches too
NEW YORK -- Amazon has spent years honing the business of packing, shipping and delivering millions of products to doorsteps around the world.Now it has a captive audience.With much of the globe in various stages of a lockdown because of the coronavirus pandemic, the world's largest online retailer has become a lifeline to many shoppers.
NEW YORK -- Amazon has spent years honing the business of packing, shipping and delivering millions of products to doorsteps around the world.Now it has a captive audience.With much of the globe in various stages of a lockdown because of the coronavirus pandemic, the world's largest online retailer has become a lifeline to many shoppers.
'Virtually support one another:' City of Racine launches #StaySafeRacine campaign
RACINE -- The City of Racine has launched #StaySafeRacine, a new social media campaign encouraging residents, business operators, and workers— to do their part to limit the spread of COVID-19 and minimize the impact on the most vulnerable in our communities.“While we can’t be together physically, we wanted to find a way to virtually support one another and encourage our friends and neighbors to stay safe as work together to flatten the curve,” said Mayor Cory Mason. “Every morning I meet with our public health officials to get updates on how COVID-19 is spreading through the community.
RACINE -- The City of Racine has launched #StaySafeRacine, a new social media campaign encouraging residents, business operators, and workers— to do their part to limit the spread of COVID-19 and minimize the impact on the most vulnerable in our communities.“While we can’t be together physically, we wanted to find a way to virtually support one another and encourage our friends and neighbors to stay safe as work together to flatten the curve,” said Mayor Cory Mason. “Every morning I meet with our public health officials to get updates on how COVID-19 is spreading through the community.
US economy shrank at 4.8% rate last quarter as virus struck, worst showing since 2008
WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy shrank at a 4.8% annual rate last quarter as the coronavirus pandemic shut down much of the country and began triggering a recession that will end the longest expansion on record.The Commerce Department says the gross domestic product, the total output of goods and services, posted a quarterly drop for the first time in six years.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy shrank at a 4.8% annual rate last quarter as the coronavirus pandemic shut down much of the country and began triggering a recession that will end the longest expansion on record.The Commerce Department says the gross domestic product, the total output of goods and services, posted a quarterly drop for the first time in six years.
Some businesses in Wisconsin reopen for 1st time in over a month: 'There will be an end to this'
MADISON -- The new "Safer at Home" order allowed some businesses Wednesday to operate once again.
MADISON -- The new "Safer at Home" order allowed some businesses Wednesday to operate once again.
Amazon, Instacart, Whole Foods, Walmart, Target, FedEx workers plan 'May Day Strike'
SEATTLE -- Workers from large companies such as Amazon, Instacart and Whole Foods are planning a walk-out strike for May 1, according to a report from The Intercept, noting that participating employees will call in sick or walk off during their lunch break.A flyer for the “May Day General Strike” was shared by Christian Smalls on Twitter.“Protect all workers at all cost we are not expendable or replaceable enough is enough TAKE THE POWER BACK!” Smalls wrote in his tweet.News of gig workers striking and protesting due to workplace conditions and complaints over lack of necessary protective equipment have been common amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Shoppers for Instacart previously went on strike in March, and Amazon employees across the country had gone on strike with complaints that the company had not done enough to protect its employees amid the pandemic.
SEATTLE -- Workers from large companies such as Amazon, Instacart and Whole Foods are planning a walk-out strike for May 1, according to a report from The Intercept, noting that participating employees will call in sick or walk off during their lunch break.A flyer for the “May Day General Strike” was shared by Christian Smalls on Twitter.“Protect all workers at all cost we are not expendable or replaceable enough is enough TAKE THE POWER BACK!” Smalls wrote in his tweet.News of gig workers striking and protesting due to workplace conditions and complaints over lack of necessary protective equipment have been common amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Shoppers for Instacart previously went on strike in March, and Amazon employees across the country had gone on strike with complaints that the company had not done enough to protect its employees amid the pandemic.
'We're just ecstatic:' Milwaukee woman who 'whooped the mess out of coronavirus' celebrates 89th birthday
MILWAUKEE -- Opal Neal's family said she "whooped the mess out of coronavirus." Her battles wasn't easy, making her 89th birthday on Tuesday extra special.A sweet serenade, loved ones lifted their voices for Opal who listened from the window of her living facility."Today, we wanted to come together.
MILWAUKEE -- Opal Neal's family said she "whooped the mess out of coronavirus." Her battles wasn't easy, making her 89th birthday on Tuesday extra special.A sweet serenade, loved ones lifted their voices for Opal who listened from the window of her living facility."Today, we wanted to come together.
No joke: Tupac Shakur lives in Lexington, Kentucky and needs unemployment benefits
FRANKFORT, Ky. — It’s no joke — Tupac Shakur lives in Kentucky and needs unemployment benefits to pay his bills.The Lexington man’s name was brought up by Gov.
FRANKFORT, Ky. — It’s no joke — Tupac Shakur lives in Kentucky and needs unemployment benefits to pay his bills.The Lexington man’s name was brought up by Gov.
'Closures threaten the supply chain:' Pres. Trump orders meat processing plants to remain open
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump took executive action Tuesday, April 28 to order meat processing plants to stay open amid concerns over growing coronavirus cases and the impact on the nation's food supply.The order uses the Defense Production Act to classify meat processing as critical infrastructure to try to prevent a shortage of chicken, pork and other meat on supermarket shelves.
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump took executive action Tuesday, April 28 to order meat processing plants to stay open amid concerns over growing coronavirus cases and the impact on the nation's food supply.The order uses the Defense Production Act to classify meat processing as critical infrastructure to try to prevent a shortage of chicken, pork and other meat on supermarket shelves.
6,399 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 300 deaths; 3K+ recovered, 61K+ negative
MILWAUKEE -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 topped 6,000.
MILWAUKEE -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 topped 6,000.
Wisconsin unions seek to join lawsuit challenging 'Safer at Home' order
MADISON — A group of labor unions asked the state Supreme Court on Tuesday, April 28 for permission to help defend Democratic Gov.
MADISON — A group of labor unions asked the state Supreme Court on Tuesday, April 28 for permission to help defend Democratic Gov.
Shortages easing on coronavirus-hit toilet paper, supplies not yet 'where we want them to be'
LOS ANGELES -- U.S. consumers have begun spotting rare Quilted Northern and Charmin toilet paper rolls on store shelves across the United States, as stocks start building after weeks of severe shortages.Shoppers who bagged the coveted rolls are crowing on Twitter about their finds. “Found some toilet paper in the wild!
LOS ANGELES -- U.S. consumers have begun spotting rare Quilted Northern and Charmin toilet paper rolls on store shelves across the United States, as stocks start building after weeks of severe shortages.Shoppers who bagged the coveted rolls are crowing on Twitter about their finds. “Found some toilet paper in the wild!
Prosecutors: Frontline worker stole engagement ring, credit card from patient who died of COVID-19
DENVER -- A temporary frontline worker stands accused of stealing an engagement ring from a patient at an assisted living facility in Denver who died of COVID-19.
DENVER -- A temporary frontline worker stands accused of stealing an engagement ring from a patient at an assisted living facility in Denver who died of COVID-19.
Wisconsin adds hundreds of workers to help with 'unprecedented' volume as unemployment claims soar
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin's unemployment claims continue to soar, and now the Department of Workforce Development is adding staff to deal with the unprecedented number of calls.As people were left with busy signals when calling the DWD, they reached out to FOX6 News for help.
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin's unemployment claims continue to soar, and now the Department of Workforce Development is adding staff to deal with the unprecedented number of calls.As people were left with busy signals when calling the DWD, they reached out to FOX6 News for help.
White House unveils COVID-19 testing blueprint, path for states to safely re-open economies
WASHINGTON — The White House is again pushing back on criticism that coronavirus testing has been too slow by releasing a list of testing guidelines for states to follow.The White House said its new testing blueprint will give states a safe path towards re-opening their economies.“We are going to make sure they have the supplies and the capability to test at least two percent of their population every month,” said Adm.
WASHINGTON — The White House is again pushing back on criticism that coronavirus testing has been too slow by releasing a list of testing guidelines for states to follow.The White House said its new testing blueprint will give states a safe path towards re-opening their economies.“We are going to make sure they have the supplies and the capability to test at least two percent of their population every month,” said Adm.
Reports of PPE shortage at VA facilities raise questions from lawmakers: 'That’s just unacceptable'
WASHINGTON — U.S. lawmakers say reports have come out showing a lack of personal protective equipment at some Veterans Affairs facilities throughout the country and members of Congress want answers.Terrence Hayes with the Veterans of Foreign Wars says reports about inadequate personal protective equipment inside VA hospitals are causing concern.“There’s been conflicting reports a few of the facilities that unfortunately some of the staff members have had to share PPE or re-use it or even ration it out, and that’s just unacceptable,” Hayes said.Now lawmakers are asking the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to find out what’s behind those reports.“We’ve heard from the workforce that they’re concerned about their safety,” Virginia Sen.
WASHINGTON — U.S. lawmakers say reports have come out showing a lack of personal protective equipment at some Veterans Affairs facilities throughout the country and members of Congress want answers.Terrence Hayes with the Veterans of Foreign Wars says reports about inadequate personal protective equipment inside VA hospitals are causing concern.“There’s been conflicting reports a few of the facilities that unfortunately some of the staff members have had to share PPE or re-use it or even ration it out, and that’s just unacceptable,” Hayes said.Now lawmakers are asking the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to find out what’s behind those reports.“We’ve heard from the workforce that they’re concerned about their safety,” Virginia Sen.
DOJ: Arizona man arrested, accused of conspiring to inflate respirator mask prices
PHOENIX -- Officials with the U.S. Justice Department say an Arizona man has been accused of conspiring to violate the Defense Production Act by trying to resell masks in New York City at a markup.According to a statement released Tuesday afternoon, 64-year-old William "Bill" Young Sr.
PHOENIX -- Officials with the U.S. Justice Department say an Arizona man has been accused of conspiring to violate the Defense Production Act by trying to resell masks in New York City at a markup.According to a statement released Tuesday afternoon, 64-year-old William "Bill" Young Sr.
Senator advocates for universal paid sick leave, says it could’ve slowed spread of virus in US
WASHINGTON ─ One U.S. senator is calling for universal paid sick leave, which she argues that if the nation’s employees had it in the first place, it could have played a role in stemming the spread of the coronavirus.Sen.
WASHINGTON ─ One U.S. senator is calling for universal paid sick leave, which she argues that if the nation’s employees had it in the first place, it could have played a role in stemming the spread of the coronavirus.Sen.
'Times are gonna get pretty tough:' Pawn shops provide relief to some as pandemic disrupts economy
MILWAUKEE -- Pawn shops are one of many businesses asking the government for cash in the form of small business loans.You may think they'd be getting more business right now but nationwide, pawnshop loans are actually down.
MILWAUKEE -- Pawn shops are one of many businesses asking the government for cash in the form of small business loans.You may think they'd be getting more business right now but nationwide, pawnshop loans are actually down.