Coronavirus texts lead to Florida man's murder arrest in wife's disappearance
JUPITER, Fla. - Texts saying the coronavirus sickened a missing Florida woman led police to charge her estranged husband with murder, according to reports.Jupiter police are still searching for Gretchen Anthony, 51.
JUPITER, Fla. - Texts saying the coronavirus sickened a missing Florida woman led police to charge her estranged husband with murder, according to reports.Jupiter police are still searching for Gretchen Anthony, 51.
UK PM Johnson out of the hospital, says staff saved his life
LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was discharged from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the coronavirus as the U.K. on Sunday became the fourth European country to surpass 10,000 virus-related deaths.Johnson’s office said he left St.
LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was discharged from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the coronavirus as the U.K. on Sunday became the fourth European country to surpass 10,000 virus-related deaths.Johnson’s office said he left St.
US restaurants turn to grocery sales to help offset losses
O'FALLON, Mo. — Charlene Gulliford at the Gandy Dancer never figured there would come a day when the Michigan restaurant known for its steaks and seafood would sell toilet paper and cartons of eggs, but the coronavirus has restaurants in survival mode.The popular restaurant in Ann Arbor now doubles as a grocery store, offering staples such milk and bread in addition to meats and fish from its own pantry — and yes, even paper towels and the ever-elusive toilet paper.
O'FALLON, Mo. — Charlene Gulliford at the Gandy Dancer never figured there would come a day when the Michigan restaurant known for its steaks and seafood would sell toilet paper and cartons of eggs, but the coronavirus has restaurants in survival mode.The popular restaurant in Ann Arbor now doubles as a grocery store, offering staples such milk and bread in addition to meats and fish from its own pantry — and yes, even paper towels and the ever-elusive toilet paper.
From people, businesses desperate for aid amid COVID-19, 1 question: When?
BALTIMORE — It's been two weeks since President Donald Trump signed into law a $2.2 trillion economic rescue package that will distribute money to struggling individuals and businesses.
BALTIMORE — It's been two weeks since President Donald Trump signed into law a $2.2 trillion economic rescue package that will distribute money to struggling individuals and businesses.
Wineries offer virtual tastings amid coronavirus shutdown
SONOMA, Calif. — In stark contrast to the normal hustle and bustle of tourists and enophiles, the grounds sit empty at California’s oldest commercial winery — the historic Buena Vista.Tasting rooms statewide shut down last month after the governor ordered businesses to close to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.
SONOMA, Calif. — In stark contrast to the normal hustle and bustle of tourists and enophiles, the grounds sit empty at California’s oldest commercial winery — the historic Buena Vista.Tasting rooms statewide shut down last month after the governor ordered businesses to close to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.
Nursing home deaths soar past 2,600 in alarming surge
NEW YORK — More than 2,600 deaths nationwide have been linked to coronavirus outbreaks in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, an alarming rise in just the past two weeks, according to the latest count by The Associated Press.Because the federal government has not been releasing a count of its own, the AP has kept its own running tally based on media reports and state health departments.
NEW YORK — More than 2,600 deaths nationwide have been linked to coronavirus outbreaks in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, an alarming rise in just the past two weeks, according to the latest count by The Associated Press.Because the federal government has not been releasing a count of its own, the AP has kept its own running tally based on media reports and state health departments.
New deaths in Italy reach lowest mark in 3 weeks
ROME — Italy recorded the lowest number of new coronavirus deaths in three weeks, saying 431 people died in the past day to bring its total to 19,899.It was the lowest day-to-day toll since March 19.For the ninth day running, intensive care admissions were down and hospitalizations overall were down, relieving pressure on Italy’s over-stressed health care system.More than 4,000 people tested positive as Italy began its fifth week under nationwide lockdown, continuing a general flattening in its infection curve.But officials have noted that Italy has also increased its testing capacity in recent days, yielding more positive cases but allowing for more effective quarantine measures for people once they know they are infected.Italy crossed the 1 million virus test mark on Sunday, doubling the number of tests since the end of March.
ROME — Italy recorded the lowest number of new coronavirus deaths in three weeks, saying 431 people died in the past day to bring its total to 19,899.It was the lowest day-to-day toll since March 19.For the ninth day running, intensive care admissions were down and hospitalizations overall were down, relieving pressure on Italy’s over-stressed health care system.More than 4,000 people tested positive as Italy began its fifth week under nationwide lockdown, continuing a general flattening in its infection curve.But officials have noted that Italy has also increased its testing capacity in recent days, yielding more positive cases but allowing for more effective quarantine measures for people once they know they are infected.Italy crossed the 1 million virus test mark on Sunday, doubling the number of tests since the end of March.
Fauci says parts of US could open next month
WASHINGTON – The United States’ top infectious disease expert says the economy in parts of the country could be allowed to reopen as early as next month.Dr.
WASHINGTON – The United States’ top infectious disease expert says the economy in parts of the country could be allowed to reopen as early as next month.Dr.
138 deaths in Wisconsin due to COVID-19; 3K+ positive cases, 34K+ negative
MILWAUKEE — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reported Saturday afternoon, April 11 that 3,213 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in the state.Milwaukee County reported 1,692 positive cases Saturday afternoon -- more than the number compiled in the state's afternoon report (1,653).With the additional cases reported by Milwaukee County, the total number of confirmed cases in Wisconsin reached more than 3,260.There have been 138 confirmed deaths -- 85 in Milwaukee County -- and 34,680 negative tests, according to data from the DHS and county health departments.Officials with the DHS reported Saturday that 950 people who have tested positive for the virus required hospitalization (30%).
MILWAUKEE — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reported Saturday afternoon, April 11 that 3,213 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in the state.Milwaukee County reported 1,692 positive cases Saturday afternoon -- more than the number compiled in the state's afternoon report (1,653).With the additional cases reported by Milwaukee County, the total number of confirmed cases in Wisconsin reached more than 3,260.There have been 138 confirmed deaths -- 85 in Milwaukee County -- and 34,680 negative tests, according to data from the DHS and county health departments.Officials with the DHS reported Saturday that 950 people who have tested positive for the virus required hospitalization (30%).
Slowest 1-day increase: 3,428 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 154 deaths statewide
MADISON — Wisconsin saw the slowest one-day increase in the number of positive cases of the coronavirus in the state since March on Monday, April 13, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced.
MADISON — Wisconsin saw the slowest one-day increase in the number of positive cases of the coronavirus in the state since March on Monday, April 13, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced.
IRS deposits 1st economic support payments into taxpayers' bank accounts
WASHINGTON -- The IRS says the first economic support payments stemming from the coronavirus outbreak have been deposited in taxpayers’ bank accounts.In its tweeted announcement Saturday night, the IRS didn’t say how many taxpayers have received the payments or how much money has been disbursed so far.The tweet says: “We know many people are anxious to get their payments; we’ll continue issuing them as fast as we can.”The payments are part of the $2.2 trillion rescue package passed by Congress and then signed into law last month by President Donald Trump.Anyone earning up to $75,000 in adjusted gross income and who has a Social Security number will receive a $1,200 payment.
WASHINGTON -- The IRS says the first economic support payments stemming from the coronavirus outbreak have been deposited in taxpayers’ bank accounts.In its tweeted announcement Saturday night, the IRS didn’t say how many taxpayers have received the payments or how much money has been disbursed so far.The tweet says: “We know many people are anxious to get their payments; we’ll continue issuing them as fast as we can.”The payments are part of the $2.2 trillion rescue package passed by Congress and then signed into law last month by President Donald Trump.Anyone earning up to $75,000 in adjusted gross income and who has a Social Security number will receive a $1,200 payment.
Nurses, lauded for battling COVID-19 at New York hospital, find tires slashed after shifts
CORTLANDT, N.Y. — Some nurses at a New York hospital who had just been lauded for their work during the coronavirus pandemic ended their stress-filled overnight shifts to find their tires had been slashed while they worked.New York state police reported that the tires of 22 vehicles were found slashed Friday morning outside New York-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital in Cortlandt.Daniel R.
CORTLANDT, N.Y. — Some nurses at a New York hospital who had just been lauded for their work during the coronavirus pandemic ended their stress-filled overnight shifts to find their tires had been slashed while they worked.New York state police reported that the tires of 22 vehicles were found slashed Friday morning outside New York-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital in Cortlandt.Daniel R.
Instagram, NAMI team up to support those facing fear, uncertainty during COVID-19 pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- With many of us spending more time at home because of the COVID-19 outbreak, the pandemic has caused many of us to turn to social media.
MILWAUKEE -- With many of us spending more time at home because of the COVID-19 outbreak, the pandemic has caused many of us to turn to social media.
Milwaukee limousine service offering date-night rides, adapting to altered state COVID-19 business
MILWAUKEE -- Locally-owned businesses are coming up with innovative ideas to support employees during the coronavirus pandemic.One family-owned limousine business in Milwaukee is among those making adjustments to stay afloat.
MILWAUKEE -- Locally-owned businesses are coming up with innovative ideas to support employees during the coronavirus pandemic.One family-owned limousine business in Milwaukee is among those making adjustments to stay afloat.
'It shows the need:' Nursing students begin clinical simulations, prepare to join COVID-19 fight
BROOKFIELD -- During the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov.
BROOKFIELD -- During the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov.
'Bring a little joy:' Racine County family finds work-from-home balance through comedy skits
RACINE COUNTY -- For many of us, our homes have become our office.The change comes with challenges like technology, communication and, for parents, finding the right balance.
RACINE COUNTY -- For many of us, our homes have become our office.The change comes with challenges like technology, communication and, for parents, finding the right balance.
Waukesha elementary school staff donates meals to hospital workers
WAUKESHA -- Staff from Hadfield Elementary School in Waukesha spent their Saturday giving back during the COVID-19 pandemic.On April 11, a group from the school donated $715 toward feeding members of the COVID-19 intensive care unit at Froedtert Hospital.
WAUKESHA -- Staff from Hadfield Elementary School in Waukesha spent their Saturday giving back during the COVID-19 pandemic.On April 11, a group from the school donated $715 toward feeding members of the COVID-19 intensive care unit at Froedtert Hospital.
Disney World furloughing 43K more workers due to virus
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Walt Disney World plans to stop paying wages to 43,000 workers in about a week while allowing them to keep their benefits for up to a year in what is the largest wave of furloughs since the theme park resort closed in mid-March because of the new coronavirus spread.Workers will be able to keep their medical, dental and life insurance benefits for the length of the furlough period, or up to a year.
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Walt Disney World plans to stop paying wages to 43,000 workers in about a week while allowing them to keep their benefits for up to a year in what is the largest wave of furloughs since the theme park resort closed in mid-March because of the new coronavirus spread.Workers will be able to keep their medical, dental and life insurance benefits for the length of the furlough period, or up to a year.
Judge releases Michael Avenatti from jail over virus threat
LOS ANGELES — A judge has allowed Michael Avenatti to be temporarily freed from a federal jail in New York City and to ride out the coronavirus scare at a friend's house in Los Angeles.The attorney, who rose to fame representing porn star Stormy Daniels in lawsuits against President Donald Trump, petitioned last month to be released to home confinement.
LOS ANGELES — A judge has allowed Michael Avenatti to be temporarily freed from a federal jail in New York City and to ride out the coronavirus scare at a friend's house in Los Angeles.The attorney, who rose to fame representing porn star Stormy Daniels in lawsuits against President Donald Trump, petitioned last month to be released to home confinement.
'Frontline Heroes:' Milwaukee muralist completes homage to medical workers on city's south side
MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus pandemic continues to alter everyday life for millions, a Milwaukee muralist took spray paint, a ladder and passion to a canvas on the city's south side.
MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus pandemic continues to alter everyday life for millions, a Milwaukee muralist took spray paint, a ladder and passion to a canvas on the city's south side.