257 COVID-19 deaths in Wisconsin; 5,121 positive cases, 47K+ negative
MILWAUKEE — There have been 257 deaths and 5,121 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of Thursday, April 23. 47,000 people have tested negative for COVID-19.According to the Milwaukee County coronavirus dashboard, there have been 2,383 cases and 143 deaths related to the coronavirus in the county.
MILWAUKEE — There have been 257 deaths and 5,121 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of Thursday, April 23. 47,000 people have tested negative for COVID-19.According to the Milwaukee County coronavirus dashboard, there have been 2,383 cases and 143 deaths related to the coronavirus in the county.
'What's best for the city:' Hartford to ease back on enforcing 'Safer at Home'
HARTFORD -- The City of Hartford's mayor says they are not encouraging businesses to re-open, but beginning Monday, leaders and law enforcement likely won't stop them.
HARTFORD -- The City of Hartford's mayor says they are not encouraging businesses to re-open, but beginning Monday, leaders and law enforcement likely won't stop them.
House sends to President Trump $310B loan program meant to help small businesses
MILWAUKEE -- Congress delivered a nearly $500 billion infusion of coronavirus spending Thursday, rushing new relief to employers and hospitals buckling under the strain of a pandemic that has claimed almost 50,000 American lives and one in six U.S. jobs.The measure passed almost unanimously, but the lopsided tally belies a potentially bumpier path ahead as battle lines are being formed for much more ambitious future legislation that may prove far more difficult to maneuver through Congress.
MILWAUKEE -- Congress delivered a nearly $500 billion infusion of coronavirus spending Thursday, rushing new relief to employers and hospitals buckling under the strain of a pandemic that has claimed almost 50,000 American lives and one in six U.S. jobs.The measure passed almost unanimously, but the lopsided tally belies a potentially bumpier path ahead as battle lines are being formed for much more ambitious future legislation that may prove far more difficult to maneuver through Congress.
Demand for expanded COVID-19 testing in Milwaukee Co. rises, lab staffing remains the same
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County has the largest number of coronavirus cases in the state.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County has the largest number of coronavirus cases in the state.
'Some spiritual uplift:' FOX6 News televising Sunday religious services until 'Safer at Home' ends
MILWAUKEE -- Starting Sunday, April 26 until the "Safer at Home" order is lifted, FOX6 News will be dedicating several hours each Sunday to religious services.
MILWAUKEE -- Starting Sunday, April 26 until the "Safer at Home" order is lifted, FOX6 News will be dedicating several hours each Sunday to religious services.
'A dull cough, head cold:' HOC inmate believes he has COVID-19 as confirmed cases grow to 105
FRANKLIN -- FOX6 News on Thursday, April 23 learned of another spike in the number of positive cases of COVID-19 at the Milwaukee County House of Correction in Franklin, with a total of 105 confirmed cases of the coronavirus, and 59 tests pending."It's hard to be six feet away from someone when the next bunk is only two feet away from you," said Lamont Horne, HOC inmate.Horne told FOX6 Thursday he believes he has coronavirus -- awaiting test results with inmates being shuffled from room to room to try to contain the spread."I feel like I have a cold," said Horne. "It's more like a dull cough, head cold."
FRANKLIN -- FOX6 News on Thursday, April 23 learned of another spike in the number of positive cases of COVID-19 at the Milwaukee County House of Correction in Franklin, with a total of 105 confirmed cases of the coronavirus, and 59 tests pending."It's hard to be six feet away from someone when the next bunk is only two feet away from you," said Lamont Horne, HOC inmate.Horne told FOX6 Thursday he believes he has coronavirus -- awaiting test results with inmates being shuffled from room to room to try to contain the spread."I feel like I have a cold," said Horne. "It's more like a dull cough, head cold."
'Obvious power grab:' Gov. Evers responds to Republicans after lawsuit filed
MADISON -- We're hearing from Governor Tony Evers for the first time since Republicans filed a lawsuit against the extension of "Safer at Home."In his radio address Thursday, April 23, Governor Tony Evers says "Safer at Home" is working and that the latest data shows these measures have saved anywhere from 300 to 1,400 lives.
MADISON -- We're hearing from Governor Tony Evers for the first time since Republicans filed a lawsuit against the extension of "Safer at Home."In his radio address Thursday, April 23, Governor Tony Evers says "Safer at Home" is working and that the latest data shows these measures have saved anywhere from 300 to 1,400 lives.
Miller High Life to give 3 couples $10K to get married at home if their wedding plans were postponed
MILWAUKEE -- Did coronavirus halt your wedding plans?
MILWAUKEE -- Did coronavirus halt your wedding plans?
Wisconsin labs nearing testing capacity needed to reopen
MADISON — Laboratories in Wisconsin are closing in on Gov.
MADISON — Laboratories in Wisconsin are closing in on Gov.
Video: Froedtert, Medical College of Wisconsin staff cheer on 75-year-old COVID-19 survivor
MILWAUKEE -- Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital staff on gave Fred, a 75-year-old resident of Milwaukee, a proper sendoff when he was released Tuesday, April 23, after being hospitalized with COVID-19 since April 4.Officials say Fred suffered fever and acute hypoxic respiratory failure as a result of the coronavirus.
MILWAUKEE -- Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital staff on gave Fred, a 75-year-old resident of Milwaukee, a proper sendoff when he was released Tuesday, April 23, after being hospitalized with COVID-19 since April 4.Officials say Fred suffered fever and acute hypoxic respiratory failure as a result of the coronavirus.
Virus pushes US unemployment toward highest since Depression
NEW YORK — Unemployment in the U.S. is swelling to levels last seen during the Great Depression of the 1930s, with 1 in 6 American workers thrown out of a job by the coronavirus.More than 4.4 million laid-off Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, the government said Thursday.
NEW YORK — Unemployment in the U.S. is swelling to levels last seen during the Great Depression of the 1930s, with 1 in 6 American workers thrown out of a job by the coronavirus.More than 4.4 million laid-off Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, the government said Thursday.
Walmart begins mandating '1-way' aisles in stores
TAMPA, Fla. -- In order to encourage social distancing while shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic, Walmart stores are updating their policy by creating one-way aisles.Starting Thursday, April 23, all Walmart locations will implement the single direction aisles."One-way aisles are designed to increase social distancing and give customers more space on each aisle," according to a Walmart statement.Green "Shop This Way" decals will be at the entrances of each aisle showing which direction to go.
TAMPA, Fla. -- In order to encourage social distancing while shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic, Walmart stores are updating their policy by creating one-way aisles.Starting Thursday, April 23, all Walmart locations will implement the single direction aisles."One-way aisles are designed to increase social distancing and give customers more space on each aisle," according to a Walmart statement.Green "Shop This Way" decals will be at the entrances of each aisle showing which direction to go.
Democrats expect 'in-person convention,' party chairman says
MILWAUKEE — Democratic Party chairman Tom Perez said Thursday that he expects to hold an "in-person convention” in Milwaukee to nominate Joe Biden for president, though he didn't rule out the potential that portions of the event would be conducted virtually.The convention is slated for the week of Aug. 17, but precise dates remain up in the air after Perez and party officials scrapped their original July 13-16 plans amid the coronavirus pandemic.“We expect to hold an in-person convention in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE — Democratic Party chairman Tom Perez said Thursday that he expects to hold an "in-person convention” in Milwaukee to nominate Joe Biden for president, though he didn't rule out the potential that portions of the event would be conducted virtually.The convention is slated for the week of Aug. 17, but precise dates remain up in the air after Perez and party officials scrapped their original July 13-16 plans amid the coronavirus pandemic.“We expect to hold an in-person convention in Milwaukee.
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Open Record Special Edition: Masks for sale
MILWAUKEE -- Health care workers need respirators to protect themselves during this pandemic.
MILWAUKEE -- Health care workers need respirators to protect themselves during this pandemic.
'Mounting health concerns:' Black Arts Fest MKE canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic
MILWAUKEE --Black Arts Fest MKE (BAFMKE) announced Thursday, April 23 the cancellation of its Aug. 1, festival at the Henry Maier festival grounds.Black Arts Fest MKE officials said the following in a press release:
MILWAUKEE --Black Arts Fest MKE (BAFMKE) announced Thursday, April 23 the cancellation of its Aug. 1, festival at the Henry Maier festival grounds.Black Arts Fest MKE officials said the following in a press release:
'Health and safety:' 2020 Milwaukee Pride Parade canceled due to coronavirus pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- The 2020 Milwaukee Pride Parade has been canceled due to health and safety concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MILWAUKEE -- The 2020 Milwaukee Pride Parade has been canceled due to health and safety concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic.
East Town Association events including Jazz in the Park, Bastille Days on hold
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the East Town Association announced on Thursday, April 23 that, after consulting with its board and community leaders, it will not host events in June and July -- and instead pursue future dates for all events including:
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the East Town Association announced on Thursday, April 23 that, after consulting with its board and community leaders, it will not host events in June and July -- and instead pursue future dates for all events including: