'They really missed the kids:' Christ King staff parades through neighborhoods to visit students
WAUWATOSA -- Christ King teachers put together a parade Thursday for their students and families.
WAUWATOSA -- Christ King teachers put together a parade Thursday for their students and families.
'100 complaints' of Safer at Home violations led to some criminal charges in Fond du Lac County
FOND DU LAC COUNTY -- Governor Tony Evers on Thursday, April 16 directed the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to extend the "Safer at Home" order through May 26, and enforcing that order, originally set to end on April 24 after taking effect on March 25, has led to criminal charges in Fond du Lac County.The district attorney noted this remains a last resort for law enforcement.Criminal complaints were filed in Fond du Lac County against a dozen people accused of violating the order."Everybody is presumed innocent until proven guilty," said District Attorney Eric Toney.
FOND DU LAC COUNTY -- Governor Tony Evers on Thursday, April 16 directed the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to extend the "Safer at Home" order through May 26, and enforcing that order, originally set to end on April 24 after taking effect on March 25, has led to criminal charges in Fond du Lac County.The district attorney noted this remains a last resort for law enforcement.Criminal complaints were filed in Fond du Lac County against a dozen people accused of violating the order."Everybody is presumed innocent until proven guilty," said District Attorney Eric Toney.
'Most unlikely:' 2020 DNC in question amid COVID-19 pandemic, virtual convention remains a possibility
MILWAUKEE -- The 2020 Democratic National Convention Host Committee has cut its staff in half -- the latest problem for a convention amid the coronavirus pandemic.50,000 people were expected to flood the streets of Milwaukee for the DNC, adding a $200 million surge into the local economy.
MILWAUKEE -- The 2020 Democratic National Convention Host Committee has cut its staff in half -- the latest problem for a convention amid the coronavirus pandemic.50,000 people were expected to flood the streets of Milwaukee for the DNC, adding a $200 million surge into the local economy.
US cities running out of money due to COVID-19 pandemic
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — America’s cities are running out of money because of the coronavirus crisis.The U.S. Conference of Mayors says they’re spending huge amounts on personal protective equipment, testing and first responder overtime while sales and income taxes dry up.In the last aid package, Congress allocated $150 billion to directly help cities through the pandemic.
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — America’s cities are running out of money because of the coronavirus crisis.The U.S. Conference of Mayors says they’re spending huge amounts on personal protective equipment, testing and first responder overtime while sales and income taxes dry up.In the last aid package, Congress allocated $150 billion to directly help cities through the pandemic.
With NBA season suspended, ticket refunds on hold through 3rd-party vendors: 'I think it's absurd'
MILWAUKEE -- It's been a disappointing time for Milwaukee Bucks fans; many thought this was the team to go all the way.Now, it's unclear when or if the NBA season will resume.
MILWAUKEE -- It's been a disappointing time for Milwaukee Bucks fans; many thought this was the team to go all the way.Now, it's unclear when or if the NBA season will resume.
Memorial held after 3rd nun at Our Lady of Angels convent dies from COVID-19
GREENFIELD -- One local convent is suffering so much loss due to the coronavirus.
GREENFIELD -- One local convent is suffering so much loss due to the coronavirus.
MADISON -- Gov.
'From Milwaukee with love:' KAPCO collecting cards for frontline workers, seniors impacted by virus
GRAFTON -- A Wisconsin-based manufacturer is looking to try its hand at a different kind of production -- heartfelt thank yous and love in the form of a card."It isn't necessarily manufacturing in our walls, but it's manufacturing based in everybody else's walls," said Jim Kacmarcik, president of KAPCO Metal Stamping. "We're calling upon everybody to create cards and letters and materials that we can then get to our senior citizens and to our healthcare providers."As the coronavirus continues to separate and isolate people, the manufacturing group is looking for ways to close the gap.
GRAFTON -- A Wisconsin-based manufacturer is looking to try its hand at a different kind of production -- heartfelt thank yous and love in the form of a card."It isn't necessarily manufacturing in our walls, but it's manufacturing based in everybody else's walls," said Jim Kacmarcik, president of KAPCO Metal Stamping. "We're calling upon everybody to create cards and letters and materials that we can then get to our senior citizens and to our healthcare providers."As the coronavirus continues to separate and isolate people, the manufacturing group is looking for ways to close the gap.
Patrick Cudahy shutdown to take form of 'rolling closures' to 'prevent food from being wasted'
CUDAHY -- A day after Smithfield Foods, Inc.
CUDAHY -- A day after Smithfield Foods, Inc.
Starbucks eyes store re-openings as coronavirus fight shows progress
SEATTLE -- Starbucks is exploring plans to re-open its U.S. stores after weeks of limited service due to the coronavirus pandemic.In a letter to employees on Thursday, April 16, Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnsons aid the coffeehouse chain has moved to a "monitor and adapt" phase of its response to the pandemic.Federal and state authorities are conducting continued discussions about when and how to restart the nation's economy.
SEATTLE -- Starbucks is exploring plans to re-open its U.S. stores after weeks of limited service due to the coronavirus pandemic.In a letter to employees on Thursday, April 16, Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnsons aid the coffeehouse chain has moved to a "monitor and adapt" phase of its response to the pandemic.Federal and state authorities are conducting continued discussions about when and how to restart the nation's economy.
7 Midwest states to partner on reopening the economy in wake of COVID-19 pandemic
LANSING, Mich. — Seven Midwestern governors announced Thursday that they will coordinate on reopening their state economies amid the coronavirus pandemic, after similar pacts were made in the Northeast and on the West Coast.The latest agreement includes Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Kentucky.“We look forward to working with experts and taking a fact-based, data-driven approach to reopening our economy in a way that protects families from the spread of COVID-19,” the governors said. “Our No. 1 priority when analyzing when (is) best to reopen our economy is the health and safety of our citizens.”The Midwestern alliance joins pacts on the West Coast and in the Northeast that were announced this week.
LANSING, Mich. — Seven Midwestern governors announced Thursday that they will coordinate on reopening their state economies amid the coronavirus pandemic, after similar pacts were made in the Northeast and on the West Coast.The latest agreement includes Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Kentucky.“We look forward to working with experts and taking a fact-based, data-driven approach to reopening our economy in a way that protects families from the spread of COVID-19,” the governors said. “Our No. 1 priority when analyzing when (is) best to reopen our economy is the health and safety of our citizens.”The Midwestern alliance joins pacts on the West Coast and in the Northeast that were announced this week.
Drinking alcohol could increase risk of getting the coronavirus, WHO says
LONDON -- The World Health Organization's (WHO) Regional Office for Europe said drinking alcohol can make people more vulnerable to the coronavirus.The WHO said in a news release that drinking alcohol is linked to a range of diseases and mental health disorders and those could increase a person's risk of getting the virus.The organization also stated that the idea of consuming high-strength alcohol killing COVID-19 is a myth; drinking alcohol does not kill the virus.In addition, drinking can have negative effects on the immune system.
LONDON -- The World Health Organization's (WHO) Regional Office for Europe said drinking alcohol can make people more vulnerable to the coronavirus.The WHO said in a news release that drinking alcohol is linked to a range of diseases and mental health disorders and those could increase a person's risk of getting the virus.The organization also stated that the idea of consuming high-strength alcohol killing COVID-19 is a myth; drinking alcohol does not kill the virus.In addition, drinking can have negative effects on the immune system.
Doctor claims that as many as 8 in 10 sick children in NYC may have coronavirus
NEW YORK -- According to some doctors, as many as 8 in 10 children currently sick in New York City likely have coronavirus.Dr.
NEW YORK -- According to some doctors, as many as 8 in 10 children currently sick in New York City likely have coronavirus.Dr.
We Energies warns customers of utility scam calls hitting Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE -- We Energies is alerting customers to an increase in utility scam calls hitting the Milwaukee area.A news release says scammers are calling customers saying they are from We Energies.
MILWAUKEE -- We Energies is alerting customers to an increase in utility scam calls hitting the Milwaukee area.A news release says scammers are calling customers saying they are from We Energies.
Wisconsin Dem congressional reps send letter to FEMA, say state's received no COVID testing materials
MADISON -- Democratic Wisconsin Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Ron Kind (WI-03) sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) questioning why Wisconsin has received none of the testing materials requested on March 28 and 29 -- specifically testing kits, test collection swabs and reagents.A news release Thursday, April 16 from Rep.
MADISON -- Democratic Wisconsin Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Ron Kind (WI-03) sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) questioning why Wisconsin has received none of the testing materials requested on March 28 and 29 -- specifically testing kits, test collection swabs and reagents.A news release Thursday, April 16 from Rep.
Open Record Special Edition: Exposing an outbreak
CUDAHY -- Less than 24 hours after a FOX6 investigation exposed growing concerns about a COVID-19 outbreak in Cudahy, the Patrick Cudahy plant announces it's closing for two weeks.
CUDAHY -- Less than 24 hours after a FOX6 investigation exposed growing concerns about a COVID-19 outbreak in Cudahy, the Patrick Cudahy plant announces it's closing for two weeks.
Gov. Evers directs DHS to extend 'Safer at Home' to May 26
MADISON -- Gov.
MADISON -- Gov.
Scam text message says you've come in contact with someone with coronavirus
THOMASTON, Maine -- Police are warning residents about a new texting scam designed to scare you into thinking you've come in contact with someone with COVID-19.The Thomaston Police Department in Maine posted the warning to their Facebook page.The message reads, "Someone who came in contact with you tested positive or has shown symptoms for COVID-19 & recommends you self-isolate/get tested."There is a link attached for users to click on for more information, but police said don't do it."If you receive a text message like the one pictured below, DO NOT click the link!
THOMASTON, Maine -- Police are warning residents about a new texting scam designed to scare you into thinking you've come in contact with someone with COVID-19.The Thomaston Police Department in Maine posted the warning to their Facebook page.The message reads, "Someone who came in contact with you tested positive or has shown symptoms for COVID-19 & recommends you self-isolate/get tested."There is a link attached for users to click on for more information, but police said don't do it."If you receive a text message like the one pictured below, DO NOT click the link!
Video shows hundreds of Disney buses parked at Magic Kingdom as theme parks remain closed
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (FOX 13) -- Visitors at Walt Disney World are used to seeing Disney buses throughout the resort area -- but they're definitely not used to seeing them all in one spot.Brian Evans recorded video as he drove past the parking lot for the Transportation and Ticket Center at the Magic Kingdom on Sunday.His video shows row after row of Disney's buses in the parking lot -- taking up spaces normally used by thousands of tourists each day.Disney closed all of its properties in Florida and California back in mid-March, later extending the closures "until further notice" to help stop the spread of coronavirus."While there is still much uncertainty with respect to the impacts of COVID-19, the safety and wellbeing of our guests and employees remains The Walt Disney Company's top priority," the company said.While the parks remain closed, Disney has been sharing some of its most popular recipes, including its Dole Whip, churro bites, and signature grilled cheese.
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (FOX 13) -- Visitors at Walt Disney World are used to seeing Disney buses throughout the resort area -- but they're definitely not used to seeing them all in one spot.Brian Evans recorded video as he drove past the parking lot for the Transportation and Ticket Center at the Magic Kingdom on Sunday.His video shows row after row of Disney's buses in the parking lot -- taking up spaces normally used by thousands of tourists each day.Disney closed all of its properties in Florida and California back in mid-March, later extending the closures "until further notice" to help stop the spread of coronavirus."While there is still much uncertainty with respect to the impacts of COVID-19, the safety and wellbeing of our guests and employees remains The Walt Disney Company's top priority," the company said.While the parks remain closed, Disney has been sharing some of its most popular recipes, including its Dole Whip, churro bites, and signature grilled cheese.