200+ deaths in Wisconsin due to COVID-19; 4K+ positive cases, 42K+ negative
MILWAUKEE — There have been 211 deaths and 4,199 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) as of Saturday, April 18. 43,962 people have tested negative.According to the Milwaukee County coronavirus dashboard, there have been 2,141 cases and 114 deaths related to the coronavirus in the county.
MILWAUKEE — There have been 211 deaths and 4,199 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) as of Saturday, April 18. 43,962 people have tested negative.According to the Milwaukee County coronavirus dashboard, there have been 2,141 cases and 114 deaths related to the coronavirus in the county.
National Guard deployed to Milwaukee Co. House of Correction to assist with COVID-19 response
FRANKLIN -- The Wisconsin National Guard sent a team of nearly 30 citizen-soldiers to the Milwaukee County House of Correction in Franklin on Saturday, April 18.
FRANKLIN -- The Wisconsin National Guard sent a team of nearly 30 citizen-soldiers to the Milwaukee County House of Correction in Franklin on Saturday, April 18.
'It was a surprise:' Muskego couple holds social-distancing wedding on front lawn
MUSKEGO -- As if the coronavirus couldn't throw another surprise toward one Muskego couple, it did.Tim Gbur and new bride Kalee planned their April 18 wedding for months.
MUSKEGO -- As if the coronavirus couldn't throw another surprise toward one Muskego couple, it did.Tim Gbur and new bride Kalee planned their April 18 wedding for months.
'It's about these folks:' People signing Florida pastor's fence to show appreciation for first responders
LEESBURG, Fla. -- A pastor in Florida is using his fence to share a message during the coronavirus pandemic.
LEESBURG, Fla. -- A pastor in Florida is using his fence to share a message during the coronavirus pandemic.
'A perfect storm of trauma:' Expert says COVID-19 could have lasting impact on healthcare workers
MILWAUKEE -- The COVID-19 pandemic is having an impact on all of us, and medical professionals who are in the midst of it are no exception.
MILWAUKEE -- The COVID-19 pandemic is having an impact on all of us, and medical professionals who are in the midst of it are no exception.
Honoring a final wish: Family of woman who died from COVID-19 waiting on answers from care facility
WEST ALLIS -- Even in her final days at Allis Care Center, Margaret Porter never lost her motherly instinct."Her life was taking care of her kids," said Jackie Porter, Margaret's daughter-in-law. "It was hard, the fact that she passed and we didn't get to see her."The 92-year-old was a mother of three.
WEST ALLIS -- Even in her final days at Allis Care Center, Margaret Porter never lost her motherly instinct."Her life was taking care of her kids," said Jackie Porter, Margaret's daughter-in-law. "It was hard, the fact that she passed and we didn't get to see her."The 92-year-old was a mother of three.
Greater New Birth Church, Feeding America partner for drive-up food distribution in midst of pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- Dozens of cars lined up for blocks on Saturday, April 18 for a massive drive-up food distribution at Greater New Birth Church in Milwaukee."We see cars on top of cars on top of cars so that we can practice safe distribution of this food today," Rayna Andrews of Feeding America said.
MILWAUKEE -- Dozens of cars lined up for blocks on Saturday, April 18 for a massive drive-up food distribution at Greater New Birth Church in Milwaukee."We see cars on top of cars on top of cars so that we can practice safe distribution of this food today," Rayna Andrews of Feeding America said.
'It is a curious finding:' Researchers identify foot lesions as new coronavirus symptom
MADRID, Spain -- COVID-19, the disease that has caused the coronavirus pandemic, is a respiratory illness that has symptoms that can include fatigue, a persistent cough and fevers.
MADRID, Spain -- COVID-19, the disease that has caused the coronavirus pandemic, is a respiratory illness that has symptoms that can include fatigue, a persistent cough and fevers.
'Get our economy back:' Protesters assemble in Brookfield, want 'Safer at Home' restrictions dropped
BROOKFIELD -- Protesters say the extension of Wisconsin's "Safer at Home" order has gone too far and that now is the time to re-open parts of the state.
BROOKFIELD -- Protesters say the extension of Wisconsin's "Safer at Home" order has gone too far and that now is the time to re-open parts of the state.
Bill Cosby cannot be granted early prison release due to COVID-19
NEW YORK -- Bill Cosby will not be walking out of prison anytime soon despite the recent uptick of offenders being granted early release due to the coronavirus.Cosby is currently serving up to 10 years for sexual assault in a facility in Pennsylvania, and a state official tells Fox News that any speculation that Cosby will be able to serve time at home is false."Sex offenders are not eligible under the reprieve criteria," a Pennsylvania Department of Corrections spokesperson said in a statement.The DOC's statement comes as a shock to Cosby's rep, Andrew Wyatt, who told Fox News last month that he was fearful of the disgraced actor's wellbeing due to a number of physical ailments."I’m very concerned for Mr.
NEW YORK -- Bill Cosby will not be walking out of prison anytime soon despite the recent uptick of offenders being granted early release due to the coronavirus.Cosby is currently serving up to 10 years for sexual assault in a facility in Pennsylvania, and a state official tells Fox News that any speculation that Cosby will be able to serve time at home is false."Sex offenders are not eligible under the reprieve criteria," a Pennsylvania Department of Corrections spokesperson said in a statement.The DOC's statement comes as a shock to Cosby's rep, Andrew Wyatt, who told Fox News last month that he was fearful of the disgraced actor's wellbeing due to a number of physical ailments."I’m very concerned for Mr.
Self-driving robots keep deliveries moving for some businesses during the coronavirus pandemic
WASHINGTON -- As the nation fights against the coronavirus pandemic, companies continue to find ways to deliver items to customers while maintaining social distancing.In Washington D.C., some companies are turning to robots -- some of which are self-driving -- to deliver groceries.The self-driving delivery-robot was created by Starship Technologies.
WASHINGTON -- As the nation fights against the coronavirus pandemic, companies continue to find ways to deliver items to customers while maintaining social distancing.In Washington D.C., some companies are turning to robots -- some of which are self-driving -- to deliver groceries.The self-driving delivery-robot was created by Starship Technologies.
Walmart requiring employees to wear face masks, encouraging customers to do the same
ORLANDO, Fla. -- All Walmart employees will be required to wear face masks to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus starting Monday, the company announced.In a memo to employees on Friday, the company wrote:
ORLANDO, Fla. -- All Walmart employees will be required to wear face masks to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus starting Monday, the company announced.In a memo to employees on Friday, the company wrote:
Lacking US coordination, states team up on when to reopen
NEW YORK -- President Donald Trump, in a roller-coaster week of reversals and contradictions, told governors to “call your own shots” on lifting stay-at-home orders once the coronavirus threat subsides.
NEW YORK -- President Donald Trump, in a roller-coaster week of reversals and contradictions, told governors to “call your own shots” on lifting stay-at-home orders once the coronavirus threat subsides.
'Think about your neighbors:' Small-town camaraderie keeps community together through COVID-19 crisis
CEDARBURG -- Small businesses have faced an uphill battle for years, trying to stay afloat in a big-box-store and internet-shopping economy.
CEDARBURG -- Small businesses have faced an uphill battle for years, trying to stay afloat in a big-box-store and internet-shopping economy.
Married for 70 years but separated by COVID-19, Mich. couple dies just hours apart
DETROIT -- A metro Detroit couple married more than 70 years passed away within just hours of each other, something their son calls a blessing.The two were never apart until this pandemic hit and, sadly, were not able to spend their final days together."They never saw it in each other's eyes, the pain of dying," their son Marc Shindler said of his 92- and 91-year-old parents, Lester and Lillian Shindler. "They went together."
DETROIT -- A metro Detroit couple married more than 70 years passed away within just hours of each other, something their son calls a blessing.The two were never apart until this pandemic hit and, sadly, were not able to spend their final days together."They never saw it in each other's eyes, the pain of dying," their son Marc Shindler said of his 92- and 91-year-old parents, Lester and Lillian Shindler. "They went together."
200+ deaths in Wisconsin due to COVID-19; 4K+ positive cases, 42K+ negative
MILWAUKEE -- There have been 205 deaths and 4,045 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of Friday, April 17 according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).
MILWAUKEE -- There have been 205 deaths and 4,045 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of Friday, April 17 according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).
COVID-19 outbreak identified at Walworth County long-term care facility: 'Not good news'
LAKE GENEVA -- In a place known for its beauty, COVID-19 is showing its ugly face in Walworth County.
LAKE GENEVA -- In a place known for its beauty, COVID-19 is showing its ugly face in Walworth County.
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27 inmates, 4 staff members at Milwaukee Co. House of Correction test positive for COVID-19
FRANKLIN -- 27 inmates and four staff members at the Milwaukee County House of Correction (HOC) have tested positive for the coronavirus.
FRANKLIN -- 27 inmates and four staff members at the Milwaukee County House of Correction (HOC) have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Construction of alternate COVID-19 care facility at Expo Center nearly done, project entering next phase
WEST ALLIS -- The alternate care facility for COVID-19 patients at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center is nearing completion, a Wisconsin State Fair Park spokesperson said.The facility -- intended for use housing COVID-19 patients in the event that hospital space runs out -- is being constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, FEMA Region V, Gov.
WEST ALLIS -- The alternate care facility for COVID-19 patients at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center is nearing completion, a Wisconsin State Fair Park spokesperson said.The facility -- intended for use housing COVID-19 patients in the event that hospital space runs out -- is being constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, FEMA Region V, Gov.