Snap-on's Milwaukee plant, closed for COVID-19 cleaning, reopening to fill orders for US Military
MILWAUKEE -- Snap-on's Milwaukee manufacturing facility will reopen Tuesday night, April 7 to fulfill "critical" orders for the U.S. Military, a spokesperson with the company said.The plant was closed Friday, April 3 for deep cleaning after a spokesperson reported a total of three diagnosed and unrelated cases of COVID-19 among workers.In addition to filling orders for the military, employees will be making repairs to garages and maintenance facilities that service transportation fleets -- crucial activities in the continued function of emergency services, food delivery, distribution of medical supplies and other essential needs during the pandemic.Statement from Snap-on:
MILWAUKEE -- Snap-on's Milwaukee manufacturing facility will reopen Tuesday night, April 7 to fulfill "critical" orders for the U.S. Military, a spokesperson with the company said.The plant was closed Friday, April 3 for deep cleaning after a spokesperson reported a total of three diagnosed and unrelated cases of COVID-19 among workers.In addition to filling orders for the military, employees will be making repairs to garages and maintenance facilities that service transportation fleets -- crucial activities in the continued function of emergency services, food delivery, distribution of medical supplies and other essential needs during the pandemic.Statement from Snap-on:
Judge: R Kelly must remain locked up amid coronavirus crisis
NEW YORK -- A federal judge in New York on Tuesday denied R&B singer R.
NEW YORK -- A federal judge in New York on Tuesday denied R&B singer R.
Acting Navy boss submits resignation amid coronavirus uproar
WASHINGTON — Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly has submitted a letter of resignation to Defense Secretary Mark Esper.That's according to an official who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to discuss the matter before an official announcement.The official says Modly has also told staff he is quitting.Modly had created a combustible controversy by firing the captain of the USS Theodore Roosevelt last week, saying Capt.
WASHINGTON — Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly has submitted a letter of resignation to Defense Secretary Mark Esper.That's according to an official who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to discuss the matter before an official announcement.The official says Modly has also told staff he is quitting.Modly had created a combustible controversy by firing the captain of the USS Theodore Roosevelt last week, saying Capt.
Los Angeles opens coronavirus testing to all residents, not just those considered most at risk
LOS ANGELES -- Any Los Angeles County resident, not just people at greatest risk from COVID-19, can now apply for a test through the city of Los Angeles, it was announced Monday, April 6.The eligibility is being widened because this "is a make-or-break week for us all to keep the momentum going and to ensure that we have the ability to continue to flatten the curve that will ensure we save the lives of loved ones," Mayor Eric Garcetti said during his daily coronavirus briefing.The city has the capacity to test 18,000 people this week, and Garcetti said the county and other partners will be able to conduct an additional 18,000 tests for a total of 36,000 by the end of this week."That doesn't mean we'll have a test for everybody tomorrow," Garcetti said. "It means our capacity is now greater than the number (of people) that we were getting through the requirements that we had."Prior to the announcement, only Los Angeles residents 65 years and older, or with underlying health conditions or showing symptoms of COVID-19 could apply for the tests under the auspices of the city.A nonprofit organization led by Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn is also helping to provide volunteers at testing sites around Los Angeles to relieve firefighters and first responders.
LOS ANGELES -- Any Los Angeles County resident, not just people at greatest risk from COVID-19, can now apply for a test through the city of Los Angeles, it was announced Monday, April 6.The eligibility is being widened because this "is a make-or-break week for us all to keep the momentum going and to ensure that we have the ability to continue to flatten the curve that will ensure we save the lives of loved ones," Mayor Eric Garcetti said during his daily coronavirus briefing.The city has the capacity to test 18,000 people this week, and Garcetti said the county and other partners will be able to conduct an additional 18,000 tests for a total of 36,000 by the end of this week."That doesn't mean we'll have a test for everybody tomorrow," Garcetti said. "It means our capacity is now greater than the number (of people) that we were getting through the requirements that we had."Prior to the announcement, only Los Angeles residents 65 years and older, or with underlying health conditions or showing symptoms of COVID-19 could apply for the tests under the auspices of the city.A nonprofit organization led by Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn is also helping to provide volunteers at testing sites around Los Angeles to relieve firefighters and first responders.
California sheriff warns of fines, jail time for ignoring order to wear masks in public
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. -- Just days after officials with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended people wear masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the Riverside County sheriff went a step further and ordered all residents to cover their faces when leaving home -- warning residents who violate the order they could face fines or even jail time.“This is a valid order and enforceable by fine, imprisonment, or both,” Sheriff Chad Bianco said in a video statement Monday, April 6.The county's public health department expanded the governor's stay-at-home order on Saturday in response to "the rapidly rising number of COVID-19 cases," including the deaths of two Riverside County deputies.Dr.
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. -- Just days after officials with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended people wear masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the Riverside County sheriff went a step further and ordered all residents to cover their faces when leaving home -- warning residents who violate the order they could face fines or even jail time.“This is a valid order and enforceable by fine, imprisonment, or both,” Sheriff Chad Bianco said in a video statement Monday, April 6.The county's public health department expanded the governor's stay-at-home order on Saturday in response to "the rapidly rising number of COVID-19 cases," including the deaths of two Riverside County deputies.Dr.
Disney lights up Cinderella's Castle in blue to honor 'brave health care providers helping so many'
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Walt Disney World theme parks may be closed, but they are using their magic to honor those fighting on the frontlines against the coronavirus.
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Walt Disney World theme parks may be closed, but they are using their magic to honor those fighting on the frontlines against the coronavirus.
Treasury secretary: Additional $250 billion sought for small businesses
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will seek an additional $250 billion to support a program designed to help small businesses keep workers employed through the coronavirus outbreak, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said.Mnuchin said in a tweet on Tuesday that he was seeking the additional funds at the direction of President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will seek an additional $250 billion to support a program designed to help small businesses keep workers employed through the coronavirus outbreak, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said.Mnuchin said in a tweet on Tuesday that he was seeking the additional funds at the direction of President Donald Trump.
Notre Dame Cathedral to hold Good Friday service nearly 1 year after fire
PARIS -- The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will hold a small service during holy week amid the coronavirus pandemic.Seven people, including priests, are scheduled to attend a meditation ceremony inside the cathedral on Good Friday, April 10 -- a day when Christians observe the commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.Church officials said the service will include a wreath rescued after the fire at Notre Dame.
PARIS -- The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will hold a small service during holy week amid the coronavirus pandemic.Seven people, including priests, are scheduled to attend a meditation ceremony inside the cathedral on Good Friday, April 10 -- a day when Christians observe the commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.Church officials said the service will include a wreath rescued after the fire at Notre Dame.
'Who’s waiting for me:' Texas father asks daughter to makeshift prom
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — COVID-19 has caused young people across the nation to miss out on once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — COVID-19 has caused young people across the nation to miss out on once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Open Record Special Edition: Wisconsin's Historic Election
MILWAUKEE -- It's Election Day in Wisconsin, a day that will go down in history.
MILWAUKEE -- It's Election Day in Wisconsin, a day that will go down in history.
Poll workers called heroes of Wisconsin primary
MILWAUKEE -- The city of Milwaukee could only operate five polling sites for Tuesday's primary, down from its usual number of roughly 180, due to the coronavirus.Neil Albrecht, executive director of the city’s election commission, said the five sites opened on time or within minutes of on time, and they were sufficiently staffed -- calling poll workers the true heroes of the state's decision to move forward with an election.There were 80 to 100 poll workers at each site, Albrecht said, and about 30 National Guard members at each location.
MILWAUKEE -- The city of Milwaukee could only operate five polling sites for Tuesday's primary, down from its usual number of roughly 180, due to the coronavirus.Neil Albrecht, executive director of the city’s election commission, said the five sites opened on time or within minutes of on time, and they were sufficiently staffed -- calling poll workers the true heroes of the state's decision to move forward with an election.There were 80 to 100 poll workers at each site, Albrecht said, and about 30 National Guard members at each location.
President Trump removes watchdog tapped for virus rescue oversight
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general who was tapped to chair a special oversight board of the $2.2 trillion economic package intended to help businesses and individuals affected by the coronavirus, officials said Tuesday.Glenn Fine, the acting Defense Department inspector general and a veteran watchdog, had been selected by peers last month for the position.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general who was tapped to chair a special oversight board of the $2.2 trillion economic package intended to help businesses and individuals affected by the coronavirus, officials said Tuesday.Glenn Fine, the acting Defense Department inspector general and a veteran watchdog, had been selected by peers last month for the position.
Most people on Antarctica cruise ship have the coronavirus
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — Nearly 60 percent of 217 people — many from Australia, Europe, and the United States — onboard a cruise ship off the coast of Uruguay have tested positive for the new coronavirus, the ship's operator said Tuesday.“There are currently no fevers on board and all are asymptomatic,” said Aurora Expeditions, the Australian operator of the Greg Mortimer ship that is working to disembark the crew and passengers and arrange flights to their home countries.The Greg Mortimer departed March 15 on a voyage to Antarctica and South Georgia that was titled “In Shackleton's Footsteps,” a reference to the polar explorer who led British expeditions to the region and died there in 1922.Of 217 people tested on the vessel, 128 were positive for the virus that causes the COVID-2019 disease and 89 tested negative, Aurora Expeditions said.Another six people who were evacuated from the ship are in stable condition and being treated in Montevideo.The people on the ship are calm but they are eager to go home, said Marcelo Girard, a doctor at a Uruguayan medical facility where two people from the Greg Mortimer are being treated.Australian passengers, and possibly those from New Zealand, are likely to fly home on Thursday or Friday on an Airbus 340 that has been refitted, with people who have the virus and those who do not travel in separate cabin areas, according to Aurora Expeditions.
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — Nearly 60 percent of 217 people — many from Australia, Europe, and the United States — onboard a cruise ship off the coast of Uruguay have tested positive for the new coronavirus, the ship's operator said Tuesday.“There are currently no fevers on board and all are asymptomatic,” said Aurora Expeditions, the Australian operator of the Greg Mortimer ship that is working to disembark the crew and passengers and arrange flights to their home countries.The Greg Mortimer departed March 15 on a voyage to Antarctica and South Georgia that was titled “In Shackleton's Footsteps,” a reference to the polar explorer who led British expeditions to the region and died there in 1922.Of 217 people tested on the vessel, 128 were positive for the virus that causes the COVID-2019 disease and 89 tested negative, Aurora Expeditions said.Another six people who were evacuated from the ship are in stable condition and being treated in Montevideo.The people on the ship are calm but they are eager to go home, said Marcelo Girard, a doctor at a Uruguayan medical facility where two people from the Greg Mortimer are being treated.Australian passengers, and possibly those from New Zealand, are likely to fly home on Thursday or Friday on an Airbus 340 that has been refitted, with people who have the virus and those who do not travel in separate cabin areas, according to Aurora Expeditions.
Lowe's closing all locations in North America for Easter Sunday
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (FOX 13) -- Lowe's says it is closing all of its locations in North America for Easter Sunday.The company made the announcement on Tuesday, saying it is shutting the doors at all of its stores and distribution centers in the US and Canada on Sunday, April 12.“We want to provide our teams with a much-deserved day off to spend Easter Sunday with their families and loved ones and recharge," said CEO Marvin Ellison in a statement on the Lowe's website. "We will take steps to ensure that no hourly associate loses scheduled hours or has a reduction in pay as a result of closing on Sunday."
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (FOX 13) -- Lowe's says it is closing all of its locations in North America for Easter Sunday.The company made the announcement on Tuesday, saying it is shutting the doors at all of its stores and distribution centers in the US and Canada on Sunday, April 12.“We want to provide our teams with a much-deserved day off to spend Easter Sunday with their families and loved ones and recharge," said CEO Marvin Ellison in a statement on the Lowe's website. "We will take steps to ensure that no hourly associate loses scheduled hours or has a reduction in pay as a result of closing on Sunday."
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NYC virus deaths exceed 3,200, topping toll for 9/11 attacks
NEW YORK — New York City’s death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed the number of those killed at the World Trade Center on 9/11, health officials said Tuesday.
NEW YORK — New York City’s death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed the number of those killed at the World Trade Center on 9/11, health officials said Tuesday.
China's virus pandemic epicenter Wuhan ends 76-day lockdown
WUHAN, China — The lockdown that served as a model for countries battling the coronavirus around the world is set to end after 11 weeks: Chinese authorities are moving to allow residents of Wuhan to once again travel in and out of the sprawling city where the pandemic began.Just after midnight Wednesday, the city's 11 million residents will be permitted to leave without special authorization as long as a mandatory smartphone application powered by a mix of data-tracking and government surveillance shows they are healthy and have not been in recent contact with anyone confirmed to have the virus.Restrictions in the city where most of China's more than 82,000 virus cases and over 3,300 deaths were reported have been gradually relaxed in recent weeks as the number of new cases steadily declined.
WUHAN, China — The lockdown that served as a model for countries battling the coronavirus around the world is set to end after 11 weeks: Chinese authorities are moving to allow residents of Wuhan to once again travel in and out of the sprawling city where the pandemic began.Just after midnight Wednesday, the city's 11 million residents will be permitted to leave without special authorization as long as a mandatory smartphone application powered by a mix of data-tracking and government surveillance shows they are healthy and have not been in recent contact with anyone confirmed to have the virus.Restrictions in the city where most of China's more than 82,000 virus cases and over 3,300 deaths were reported have been gradually relaxed in recent weeks as the number of new cases steadily declined.
Milwaukee police warn of charges against 'Safer at Home' violators who commit crime
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police on Monday, April 6 warned of charges against violators of Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order who commit crimes following several violent incidents over the weekend.In a news release, MPD said over the weekend, there was an increase in violent crime, including 9 non-fatal shootings and two homicides."Many of these incidents could have been prevented if the suspect or the victim would have stayed home," MPD said in the release.MPD officials said individuals who are out, who commit crimes will be arrested for violating the governor’s order, along with the crime the individual was initially arrested for.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police on Monday, April 6 warned of charges against violators of Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order who commit crimes following several violent incidents over the weekend.In a news release, MPD said over the weekend, there was an increase in violent crime, including 9 non-fatal shootings and two homicides."Many of these incidents could have been prevented if the suspect or the victim would have stayed home," MPD said in the release.MPD officials said individuals who are out, who commit crimes will be arrested for violating the governor’s order, along with the crime the individual was initially arrested for.
Global stock rally zooms into Day 2 on hopes for virus peak
NEW YORK — Stocks climbed in early trading on Wall Street Tuesday as markets around the world piled on even more gains following their huge rally a day earlier.The S&P 500 was up about 1.5% in morning trading, after paring bigger gains from earlier.
NEW YORK — Stocks climbed in early trading on Wall Street Tuesday as markets around the world piled on even more gains following their huge rally a day earlier.The S&P 500 was up about 1.5% in morning trading, after paring bigger gains from earlier.
FOX6 Investigators seek to speak with people who requested absentee ballots but have yet to receive them
MILWAUKEE -- The FOX6 Investigators are seeking to speak with people who requested an absentee ballot for this Election Day, but have yet to receive it.If you are willing to share your story with our team, please fill out the form below.
MILWAUKEE -- The FOX6 Investigators are seeking to speak with people who requested an absentee ballot for this Election Day, but have yet to receive it.If you are willing to share your story with our team, please fill out the form below.