'Support each other:' USO adapts mission to aid with coronavirus pandemic
WASHINGTON — For thousands of troops deployed around the world, the USO has been a constant sign of support.But now the organization is adapting its mission to deal with the coronavirus.USO leaders say supporting the troops is still their top priority, and you can help too.As the world stands mostly still, the U.S. military is on the front lines against the coronavirus—both overseas and at home.“We have National Guardsmen right now all over the country standing up to do everything from building hospitals to actual medical personnel clinicians,” said Sen.
WASHINGTON — For thousands of troops deployed around the world, the USO has been a constant sign of support.But now the organization is adapting its mission to deal with the coronavirus.USO leaders say supporting the troops is still their top priority, and you can help too.As the world stands mostly still, the U.S. military is on the front lines against the coronavirus—both overseas and at home.“We have National Guardsmen right now all over the country standing up to do everything from building hospitals to actual medical personnel clinicians,” said Sen.
'Friends' won't be here for us; HBO Max launch, reunion delayed due to COVID-19 developments
LOS ANGELES — The "Friends" reunion won't be here for us as soon as expected.Production on the special has been delayed by the coronavirus pandemic that's brought movie and TV making to a standstill.The special, featuring the entire original “Friends” cast, was to be part of the May launch of the new HBO Max streaming service.
LOS ANGELES — The "Friends" reunion won't be here for us as soon as expected.Production on the special has been delayed by the coronavirus pandemic that's brought movie and TV making to a standstill.The special, featuring the entire original “Friends” cast, was to be part of the May launch of the new HBO Max streaming service.
West Allis long-term care facility confirms its 1st coronavirus-related death
WEST ALLIS -- A West Allis long-term care facility confirmed its first coronavirus-related death on Friday, April 10.Allis Care Center said one resident died from complications of COVID-19.
WEST ALLIS -- A West Allis long-term care facility confirmed its first coronavirus-related death on Friday, April 10.Allis Care Center said one resident died from complications of COVID-19.
Burlington band teacher brings you 'Bohemian Rhapsody' like you've heard (or seen) before
WHEATLAND -- You have never heard Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" like this.Zachary Wendt, the band teacher for Wheatland Center School in Burlington, has found a pretty clever way to pass the time while being at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
WHEATLAND -- You have never heard Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" like this.Zachary Wendt, the band teacher for Wheatland Center School in Burlington, has found a pretty clever way to pass the time while being at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
New dashboard gives more context to Wisconsin COVID-19 numbers
MADISON -- A new dashboard shows snapshots of COVID-19 hospitalizations, ICU patients, and hospital PPE supply levels in Wisconsin.The Wisconsin Hospital Association says it pulls information from the state Department of Health Services and from individual hospitals that enter information into a system called EMResource.
MADISON -- A new dashboard shows snapshots of COVID-19 hospitalizations, ICU patients, and hospital PPE supply levels in Wisconsin.The Wisconsin Hospital Association says it pulls information from the state Department of Health Services and from individual hospitals that enter information into a system called EMResource.
Waukesha couple celebrates wedding day in non-traditional way: 'Just the two of us'
WAUKESHA -- Traditional, big weddings are not happening this spring because of the coronavirus.
WAUKESHA -- Traditional, big weddings are not happening this spring because of the coronavirus.
'It hurts them:' With summer basketball leagues on hold due to COVID-19, recruiting takes a hit
MEQUON -- While the NBA may or may not resume its season, other levels of basketball are coming to grips with the effects of the current situation.The NCAA had to cancel its signature basketball event this year.
MEQUON -- While the NBA may or may not resume its season, other levels of basketball are coming to grips with the effects of the current situation.The NCAA had to cancel its signature basketball event this year.
Experimental COVID-19 treatment under development at Ascension Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE -- There is hope for an experimental COVID-19 treatment being worked on by Ascension Wisconsin -- and recovered coronavirus patients may be the key in helping those most at risk for the disease.
MILWAUKEE -- There is hope for an experimental COVID-19 treatment being worked on by Ascension Wisconsin -- and recovered coronavirus patients may be the key in helping those most at risk for the disease.
'He's got a mission:' Easter Bunny takes to streets of Eagle, spreads holiday cheer
EAGLE -- One essential worker who has been busy this week is the Easter Bunny.
EAGLE -- One essential worker who has been busy this week is the Easter Bunny.
Sister at Our Lady of the Angels Convent in Greenfield dies from COVID-19 complications
GREENFIELD -- One sister at the School Sisters of St.
GREENFIELD -- One sister at the School Sisters of St.
'Patience and sacrifice:' Milwaukee leaders urge canceling Easter plans, including at-home gatherings
MILWAUKEE -- The holidays are typically a time for family gatherings, but this Easter weekend is anything but typical.The Safer at Home order has been in effect now for more than two weeks, and a lot of people are struggling to stay away from friends and loved ones.
MILWAUKEE -- The holidays are typically a time for family gatherings, but this Easter weekend is anything but typical.The Safer at Home order has been in effect now for more than two weeks, and a lot of people are struggling to stay away from friends and loved ones.
Faith leaders offer alternatives to large religious gatherings: 'Better to be on the side of caution'
MILWAUKEE -- The pews are empty and the voices of only a few echo through Milwaukee's Cathedral of St.
MILWAUKEE -- The pews are empty and the voices of only a few echo through Milwaukee's Cathedral of St.
No, mosquitoes cannot spread COVID-19, expert says
TAMPA -- With more of us spending time outdoors as the weather warms up, mosquitoes are becoming a problem.
TAMPA -- With more of us spending time outdoors as the weather warms up, mosquitoes are becoming a problem.
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Gov. Evers might move date of May 12 special election
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Sean Penn hopes to 'save lives,' relief organization to offer free COVID-19 testing
MALIBU, Calif. — After nearly a decade of helping communities in distress abroad, Sean Penn is joining the fight against the coronavirus much closer to home.The Oscar winner’s disaster relief organization CORE has teamed up with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office and the city’s fire department to safely distribute free drive-thru COVID-19 test sites for those with qualifying symptoms.
MALIBU, Calif. — After nearly a decade of helping communities in distress abroad, Sean Penn is joining the fight against the coronavirus much closer to home.The Oscar winner’s disaster relief organization CORE has teamed up with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office and the city’s fire department to safely distribute free drive-thru COVID-19 test sites for those with qualifying symptoms.
Apple, Google to harness phones for virus infection tracking: 'We have to save lives'
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- Apple and Google launched a major joint effort to leverage smartphone technology to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.New software the companies plan to add to phones would make it easier to use Bluetooth wireless technology to track down people for who may have been infected by coronavirus carriers.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- Apple and Google launched a major joint effort to leverage smartphone technology to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.New software the companies plan to add to phones would make it easier to use Bluetooth wireless technology to track down people for who may have been infected by coronavirus carriers.
Hospital puts face shields on newborns
NEW YORK (WNYW) -- A hospital in Bangkok is going to great lengths to prevent the transmission of the coronavirus to babies.All of the newborns at the maternity ward at Praram 9 Hospital in Bangkok are fitted with face shields when they are handled by the staff to prevent the transmission of COVID-19.
NEW YORK (WNYW) -- A hospital in Bangkok is going to great lengths to prevent the transmission of the coronavirus to babies.All of the newborns at the maternity ward at Praram 9 Hospital in Bangkok are fitted with face shields when they are handled by the staff to prevent the transmission of COVID-19.
Assembly plans virtual session for Tuesday, convening for 1st time since COVID-19 outbreak
MADISON — The state Assembly plans to convene next week for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak began in Wisconsin.Assembly leaders notified members Friday they they plan to call an extraordinary session beginning Tuesday morning.
MADISON — The state Assembly plans to convene next week for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak began in Wisconsin.Assembly leaders notified members Friday they they plan to call an extraordinary session beginning Tuesday morning.
Worldwide deaths from the coronavirus hit 100,000
NEW YORK — The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus hit 100,000 as Christians around the globe marked a Good Friday unlike any other — in front of computer screens instead of in church pews — and some countries tiptoed toward reopening segments of their battered economies.Around the world, public health officials and religious leaders alike warned people against violating the lockdowns and social distancing rules over Easter and allowing the virus to come storming back.
NEW YORK — The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus hit 100,000 as Christians around the globe marked a Good Friday unlike any other — in front of computer screens instead of in church pews — and some countries tiptoed toward reopening segments of their battered economies.Around the world, public health officials and religious leaders alike warned people against violating the lockdowns and social distancing rules over Easter and allowing the virus to come storming back.