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.
'Help put food on people's tables:' Community photography project benefits Feeding America
WAUWATOSA -- Trying to feel a sense of normalcy during these times isn't always easy.
WAUWATOSA -- Trying to feel a sense of normalcy during these times isn't always easy.
Watchdog panels slowly take shape over $2T in virus cash
WASHINGTON — Congressional oversight of about $2 trillion for the coronavirus crisis began to take shape Friday as three members were appointed to a congressional commission that will monitor how the money is spent.Sen.
WASHINGTON — Congressional oversight of about $2 trillion for the coronavirus crisis began to take shape Friday as three members were appointed to a congressional commission that will monitor how the money is spent.Sen.
President Trump consults faith leaders on phased-in reopening: 'Come together, pray and worship'
NEW YORK — President Donald Trump held a call with faith leaders on Friday that included discussion about a phased-in return to broader in-person worship after weeks of religious services largely shifting online in response to the coronavirus pandemic.President Trump's call with faith leaders came one day after the White House included houses of worship among “large venues” that could be able to reopen while observing “strict physical distancing protocols” in the first stage of a three-part plan to reopen a U.S. economy that's been frozen by the toll of the highly contagious virus.The call included representatives of multiple Christian denominations as well as Jewish and Islamic leaders, according to a statement distributed by the White House.President Trump “mentioned his memories as a young child attending Billy Graham’s service at Yankee Stadium, and acknowledged that while he has enjoyed watching services online from the White House, he told the faith leaders it is important for people to soon be able to once again come together, pray, and worship," the White House said in its statement.Participants in the call with faith leaders said it featured discussion about how restarting in-person worship could work, without any conclusion reached, and underscored their commitment to not imperiling the health of the faithful.
NEW YORK — President Donald Trump held a call with faith leaders on Friday that included discussion about a phased-in return to broader in-person worship after weeks of religious services largely shifting online in response to the coronavirus pandemic.President Trump's call with faith leaders came one day after the White House included houses of worship among “large venues” that could be able to reopen while observing “strict physical distancing protocols” in the first stage of a three-part plan to reopen a U.S. economy that's been frozen by the toll of the highly contagious virus.The call included representatives of multiple Christian denominations as well as Jewish and Islamic leaders, according to a statement distributed by the White House.President Trump “mentioned his memories as a young child attending Billy Graham’s service at Yankee Stadium, and acknowledged that while he has enjoyed watching services online from the White House, he told the faith leaders it is important for people to soon be able to once again come together, pray, and worship," the White House said in its statement.Participants in the call with faith leaders said it featured discussion about how restarting in-person worship could work, without any conclusion reached, and underscored their commitment to not imperiling the health of the faithful.
'It's overwhelming:' Bridal shop gives back to health care workers during COVID-19 pandemic
HUBERTUS -- The wedding industry has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic -- with spring wedding season pretty much canceled.
HUBERTUS -- The wedding industry has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic -- with spring wedding season pretty much canceled.
'LIBERATE:' President Trump pushes states to lift virus restrictions
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump urged supporters to “LIBERATE” three states led by Democratic governors Friday, apparently encouraging protests against stay-at-home restrictions.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump urged supporters to “LIBERATE” three states led by Democratic governors Friday, apparently encouraging protests against stay-at-home restrictions.
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