80 people let go from Briggs & Stratton; company says it’s not coronavirus related
WAUWATOSA -- Briggs & Stratton employees have contacted FOX6 News over layoffs underway at the company, and a union representative said after a confirmed case of COVID-19 was reported by a company spokesman on March 25, working conditions aren't where they should be.There's never a good time to lose your job, but it's especially tough during a pandemic."Shock and concern," said an employee who wished to remain anonymous. "Just get a call from Human Resources that says your services are no longer needed."Employees of the company that specializes in engines for outdoor power equipment reached out to FOX6 -- expressing frustration.
WAUWATOSA -- Briggs & Stratton employees have contacted FOX6 News over layoffs underway at the company, and a union representative said after a confirmed case of COVID-19 was reported by a company spokesman on March 25, working conditions aren't where they should be.There's never a good time to lose your job, but it's especially tough during a pandemic."Shock and concern," said an employee who wished to remain anonymous. "Just get a call from Human Resources that says your services are no longer needed."Employees of the company that specializes in engines for outdoor power equipment reached out to FOX6 -- expressing frustration.
'We will do what it takes:' Small business owners urge state to re-open economy on limited basis
RACINE -- It's been a month since Gov.
RACINE -- It's been a month since Gov.
'A lot of people afraid for their life:' Number of positive COVID-19 cases at HOC grows to 103
FRANKLIN -- The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the Milwaukee County House of Correction rose to 103 on Tuesday, April 21, up from 63 positive cases reported Monday.
FRANKLIN -- The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the Milwaukee County House of Correction rose to 103 on Tuesday, April 21, up from 63 positive cases reported Monday.
MPD: 107 arrests for stay-at-home violations; Council unanimously approves $500 fines
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are allowed to issue citations to people failing to comply with Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order after the Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday, April 21 unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing $500 fines for violators.The ordinance authorizes the commissioner of health and police officers to issue citations to anyone who willfully violates or obstructs the execution of the order issued under state statute.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are allowed to issue citations to people failing to comply with Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order after the Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday, April 21 unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing $500 fines for violators.The ordinance authorizes the commissioner of health and police officers to issue citations to anyone who willfully violates or obstructs the execution of the order issued under state statute.
'We're still here:' Nonprofit needs your help to care for those in need during COVID-19 pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- Staying safe at home is not an option for everyone.
MILWAUKEE -- Staying safe at home is not an option for everyone.
VA study: Hydroxychloroquine showed no benefit to COVID-19 patients; more deaths
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A malaria drug widely touted by President Donald Trump for treating the new coronavirus showed no benefit in a large analysis of its use in U.S. veterans hospitals.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A malaria drug widely touted by President Donald Trump for treating the new coronavirus showed no benefit in a large analysis of its use in U.S. veterans hospitals.
FOX6 seeks people affected by lack of info on COVID-19 in long-term care facilities
MILWAUKEE -- Have you or your loved one been impacted by COVID-19 in a long-term care facility?
MILWAUKEE -- Have you or your loved one been impacted by COVID-19 in a long-term care facility?
Milwaukee Common Council unanimously approves plan to mail ballot applications for fall election
MILWAUKEE -- It was a monumental morning at Milwaukee City Hall on Tuesday, April 23; the first meeting of the 2020-2024 term looked more different than ever for many reasons.One of those reasons was the virtual teleconference for the charter meeting of the 2020-2024 Milwaukee Common Council.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a monumental morning at Milwaukee City Hall on Tuesday, April 23; the first meeting of the 2020-2024 term looked more different than ever for many reasons.One of those reasons was the virtual teleconference for the charter meeting of the 2020-2024 Milwaukee Common Council.
WIAA officially cancels Wisconsin high school spring sports
STEVENS POINT, Wis. — The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association officially canceled all spring high school sports Tuesday as the coronavirus pandemic stretches on.Canceled sports include baseball, softball, boys golf, girls soccer, boys tennis and track and field.
STEVENS POINT, Wis. — The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association officially canceled all spring high school sports Tuesday as the coronavirus pandemic stretches on.Canceled sports include baseball, softball, boys golf, girls soccer, boys tennis and track and field.
Foxconn assembling 'tens of thousands' of masks in Wisconsin for frontline workers
MOUNT PLEASANT -- Foxconn Technology Group (Foxconn) has begun assembling procedural masks at its Mount Pleasant facility, the company announced Tuesday, April 21.The response is part of the company's efforts to the spread of COVID-19 across the state and the U.S.Masks assembled in Wisconsin went through testing in the U.S. and the company said it will continue to assemble "tens of thousands" of procedural masks for general use by medical professionals, law enforcement, pharmacists, and caregivers, and others.Foxconn is also working with Medtronic -- a U.S.-based medical technology provider -- on a plan to produce medical ventilators in Wisconsin.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- Foxconn Technology Group (Foxconn) has begun assembling procedural masks at its Mount Pleasant facility, the company announced Tuesday, April 21.The response is part of the company's efforts to the spread of COVID-19 across the state and the U.S.Masks assembled in Wisconsin went through testing in the U.S. and the company said it will continue to assemble "tens of thousands" of procedural masks for general use by medical professionals, law enforcement, pharmacists, and caregivers, and others.Foxconn is also working with Medtronic -- a U.S.-based medical technology provider -- on a plan to produce medical ventilators in Wisconsin.
UPAF launches 'UNITE with UPAF' Collaborative to lift community spirits: 'Incredible local talent'
MILWAUKEE -- The United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) is launching “UNITE with UPAF” Collaborative to help lift the spirits of the community during this time of great uncertainty.Partnering with its 14 Member Groups, UPAF is offering free virtual performing arts experiences, both live and on demand, to showcase music, dance and theater.
MILWAUKEE -- The United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) is launching “UNITE with UPAF” Collaborative to help lift the spirits of the community during this time of great uncertainty.Partnering with its 14 Member Groups, UPAF is offering free virtual performing arts experiences, both live and on demand, to showcase music, dance and theater.
Open Record Special Edition: The worst waiting game
MILWAUKEE -- The Paycheck Protection Program was a loan program designed to help small businesses get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
MILWAUKEE -- The Paycheck Protection Program was a loan program designed to help small businesses get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wisconsin Policy Forum: COVID-19 pandemic has caused traffic on state's roads to plummet
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Policy Forum released a report on Tuesday, April 21 that shows the COVID-19 pandemic has caused traffic on Wisconsin’s roads to plummet, with lower traffic counts seen in all parts of the state, not just hard-hit areas.The report indicates this shift largely predates a statewide order for Wisconsinites to limit travel and stay home.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Policy Forum released a report on Tuesday, April 21 that shows the COVID-19 pandemic has caused traffic on Wisconsin’s roads to plummet, with lower traffic counts seen in all parts of the state, not just hard-hit areas.The report indicates this shift largely predates a statewide order for Wisconsinites to limit travel and stay home.
McDonald's offers free Thank You Meals to health care workers, officers, firefighters, paramedics
CHICAGO -- In appreciation for the health care workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald’s will offer free Thank You Meals*, between Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, May 5, as a token of appreciation for their selfless service.Each Thank You Meal will be available at no charge via drive-thru or carry out at participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide through May 5.
CHICAGO -- In appreciation for the health care workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald’s will offer free Thank You Meals*, between Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, May 5, as a token of appreciation for their selfless service.Each Thank You Meal will be available at no charge via drive-thru or carry out at participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide through May 5.
Milwaukee Rep partners with First Stage, Milwaukee Ballet to make masks and face shields
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Rep has partnered with First Stage and Milwaukee Ballet to leverage resources to make masks and face shields for frontline workers at Children’s Hospital, Froedert and the Medical College of Wisconsin.According to a press release, the organizations have donated over 10,000 pieces of PPE, with weekly deliveries ongoing, thanks in part to funding from the Northwestern Mutual Foundation.The press release states that ten Milwaukee Rep employees, working in conjunction with First Stage and Milwaukee Ballet are producing 700- 800 masks per week for Children’s Hospital with an additional 100 masks going to Froedert every week.Twelve other employees, with the help of their families, are creating over 8,000 paper surgical masks per week for the Medical College of Wisconsin as long as mask-making kits are available.Additionally, Children’s Hospital and Froedert will receive 200 face shields over the next 3 weeks that Milwaukee Rep was able to construct with materials found onsite.“Jared Clarkin, our Director of Production at Milwaukee Rep is used to coordinating hundreds of talented people to bring a vision to life on stage,” said Artistic Director Mark Clements. “That is why it is of no surprise to me that he proposed this effort and has worked tirelessly to utilize our resources and the resources of other performing arts groups for a common goal of protecting our frontline workers.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Rep has partnered with First Stage and Milwaukee Ballet to leverage resources to make masks and face shields for frontline workers at Children’s Hospital, Froedert and the Medical College of Wisconsin.According to a press release, the organizations have donated over 10,000 pieces of PPE, with weekly deliveries ongoing, thanks in part to funding from the Northwestern Mutual Foundation.The press release states that ten Milwaukee Rep employees, working in conjunction with First Stage and Milwaukee Ballet are producing 700- 800 masks per week for Children’s Hospital with an additional 100 masks going to Froedert every week.Twelve other employees, with the help of their families, are creating over 8,000 paper surgical masks per week for the Medical College of Wisconsin as long as mask-making kits are available.Additionally, Children’s Hospital and Froedert will receive 200 face shields over the next 3 weeks that Milwaukee Rep was able to construct with materials found onsite.“Jared Clarkin, our Director of Production at Milwaukee Rep is used to coordinating hundreds of talented people to bring a vision to life on stage,” said Artistic Director Mark Clements. “That is why it is of no surprise to me that he proposed this effort and has worked tirelessly to utilize our resources and the resources of other performing arts groups for a common goal of protecting our frontline workers.
FDA authorizes 1st at-home coronavirus test
NEW YORK -- The FDA has authorized the first diagnostic test with a home collection option for COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus.In a statement released Tuesday, the FDA said that it had reissued an Emergency Use Authorization for LabCorp to COVID-19 RT-PCR Test to permit testing of samples that were self-collected by patients at home using LabCorp's Pixel by LabCorp COVID-19 Test home collection kit."Throughout this pandemic we have been facilitating test development to ensure patients access to accurate diagnostics, which includes supporting the development of reliable and accurate at-home sample collection options," said FDA Commissioner Dr.
NEW YORK -- The FDA has authorized the first diagnostic test with a home collection option for COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus.In a statement released Tuesday, the FDA said that it had reissued an Emergency Use Authorization for LabCorp to COVID-19 RT-PCR Test to permit testing of samples that were self-collected by patients at home using LabCorp's Pixel by LabCorp COVID-19 Test home collection kit."Throughout this pandemic we have been facilitating test development to ensure patients access to accurate diagnostics, which includes supporting the development of reliable and accurate at-home sample collection options," said FDA Commissioner Dr.
'Much-needed nourishment:' Roundy’s, Kemps donate shelf-stable milk to local food bank
MILWAUKEE -- Roundy’s Supermarkets and Kemps are partnering to provide much-needed nourishment to families in need.
MILWAUKEE -- Roundy’s Supermarkets and Kemps are partnering to provide much-needed nourishment to families in need.
Queen Elizabeth II marks 94th birthday without fanfare
LONDON — Britain is marking Queen Elizabeth II's 94th birthday with silence Tuesday, as the nation in lockdown amid the COVID-19 pandemic forgoes the usual gun salutes and ringing of bells.With thousands dead amid the outbreak, the monarch decided that the celebratory display of military firepower would not be appropriate.
LONDON — Britain is marking Queen Elizabeth II's 94th birthday with silence Tuesday, as the nation in lockdown amid the COVID-19 pandemic forgoes the usual gun salutes and ringing of bells.With thousands dead amid the outbreak, the monarch decided that the celebratory display of military firepower would not be appropriate.
IKEA shares recipe for Swedish meatballs with customers during COVID-19 pandemic
NEW YORK -- IKEA UK and Ireland shared a recipe on Monday, April 20 for recreating the chain’s Swedish meatballs at home.
NEW YORK -- IKEA UK and Ireland shared a recipe on Monday, April 20 for recreating the chain’s Swedish meatballs at home.