Amazon hires 700+ employees who were laid off due to COVID-19 in Wisconsin
KENOSHA -- Amazon officials on Monday, April 6 announced the hiring of more than 700 new employees in Wisconsin -- amid COVID-19 related layoffs.
KENOSHA -- Amazon officials on Monday, April 6 announced the hiring of more than 700 new employees in Wisconsin -- amid COVID-19 related layoffs.
Libraries across SE Wisconsin serve the community despite being closed: 'Learning as we go'
FRANKLIN -- Libraries are one of the businesses deemed nonessential under the "Safer at Home" order.
FRANKLIN -- Libraries are one of the businesses deemed nonessential under the "Safer at Home" order.
Facebook launches COVID-19 survey to help researchers track how disease is spreading, abating
NEW YORK -- Facebook is inviting users to share their coronavirus symptoms and location to help researchers track how the disease is spreading or abating.A survey will appear on Facebook starting this week for some U.S. users and is run by health researchers at Carnegie Mellon University.
NEW YORK -- Facebook is inviting users to share their coronavirus symptoms and location to help researchers track how the disease is spreading or abating.A survey will appear on Facebook starting this week for some U.S. users and is run by health researchers at Carnegie Mellon University.
NFL going with virtual format for upcoming draft
NEW YORK -- The NFL draft will be conducted in a virtual format, with team personnel working from their homes.In a memo sent to the 32 teams Monday and obtained by The Associated Press, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell outlined procedures for the April 23-25 draft.
NEW YORK -- The NFL draft will be conducted in a virtual format, with team personnel working from their homes.In a memo sent to the 32 teams Monday and obtained by The Associated Press, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell outlined procedures for the April 23-25 draft.
Police: Massachusetts cashier sprayed in eyes with Lysol by customer angry about purchase limit
LEICESTER, Mass. -- Police in Massachusetts asked for the public's help to identify a woman accused of spraying Lysol in a cashier's eyes after being told of a purchase limit.Leicester police said the incident happened on March 27, when the cashier at a Walmart told the woman there was a purchase limit on Lysol and other disinfectant products.That's when the woman sprayed the cashier in the eyes, then completed her purchase and left the store in what they believe was an Uber.Paramedics responded to the Walmart to treat the cashier.Anyone with information on the woman's identity was asked to contact Leicester Police Officer Matthew Soojian at 508-892-7010 ext. 2066, or email soojianm@leicesterpd.org.
LEICESTER, Mass. -- Police in Massachusetts asked for the public's help to identify a woman accused of spraying Lysol in a cashier's eyes after being told of a purchase limit.Leicester police said the incident happened on March 27, when the cashier at a Walmart told the woman there was a purchase limit on Lysol and other disinfectant products.That's when the woman sprayed the cashier in the eyes, then completed her purchase and left the store in what they believe was an Uber.Paramedics responded to the Walmart to treat the cashier.Anyone with information on the woman's identity was asked to contact Leicester Police Officer Matthew Soojian at 508-892-7010 ext. 2066, or email soojianm@leicesterpd.org.
Stocks surge 7% on signs new virus deaths could be slowing
NEW YORK — A worldwide rally gained steam on Wall Street Monday, propelling major indexes up more than 7%, as traders cheered glimmers of hope that the deadliness of the coronavirus outbreak could be slowing in some of the hardest-hit areas.New York’s governor said the rate of increase of deaths could be approaching a plateau, but he cautioned it was far too early to say the worst had passed.European and Asian markets also rose.Bond yields rose as investors became somewhat less pessimistic about prospects for the economy.The price of oil fell after a meeting between big producers about cutbacks was postponed.
NEW YORK — A worldwide rally gained steam on Wall Street Monday, propelling major indexes up more than 7%, as traders cheered glimmers of hope that the deadliness of the coronavirus outbreak could be slowing in some of the hardest-hit areas.New York’s governor said the rate of increase of deaths could be approaching a plateau, but he cautioned it was far too early to say the worst had passed.European and Asian markets also rose.Bond yields rose as investors became somewhat less pessimistic about prospects for the economy.The price of oil fell after a meeting between big producers about cutbacks was postponed.
TMZ: Tyler Perry gave $21K tip to out-of-work Atlanta restaurant servers
ATLANTA -- A group of out-of-work servers at an Atlanta restaurant got the surprise of their life, thanks to a huge tip from Tyler Perry.TMZ reported the TV and movie mogul went to Houston's Restaurant on Northside Parkway Sunday, April 5 and left a $500 tip for each of the restaurant's 42 servers.Perry is a big fan of the chain and has been driving to the restaurant during the coronavirus pandemic pretty frequently to pick up some food, TMZ said.In total, Perry tipped $21,000 -- a lifesaver for these out-of-work employees.
ATLANTA -- A group of out-of-work servers at an Atlanta restaurant got the surprise of their life, thanks to a huge tip from Tyler Perry.TMZ reported the TV and movie mogul went to Houston's Restaurant on Northside Parkway Sunday, April 5 and left a $500 tip for each of the restaurant's 42 servers.Perry is a big fan of the chain and has been driving to the restaurant during the coronavirus pandemic pretty frequently to pick up some food, TMZ said.In total, Perry tipped $21,000 -- a lifesaver for these out-of-work employees.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson in intensive care unit amid COVID-19 diagnosis
LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital after his coronavirus symptoms worsened.Johnson’s office says Johnson is conscious and does not require ventilation at the moment.Johnson was admitted to St.
LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital after his coronavirus symptoms worsened.Johnson’s office says Johnson is conscious and does not require ventilation at the moment.Johnson was admitted to St.
Intubation boxes: Detroit area collision shop crafts shield prototype for COVID-19 nurses
RIVERVIEW, Mich. -- Lee and Nik Widener are usually working on cars over at Widener Collision in Riverview -- but they’ve switched gears for the time being to pitch in during the coronavirus crisis.The duo got word that a friend from church, someone Lee mentored for years, was on the front lines at a Detroit hospital, working as a nurse anesthetist, and needed more protection to treat their patients.
RIVERVIEW, Mich. -- Lee and Nik Widener are usually working on cars over at Widener Collision in Riverview -- but they’ve switched gears for the time being to pitch in during the coronavirus crisis.The duo got word that a friend from church, someone Lee mentored for years, was on the front lines at a Detroit hospital, working as a nurse anesthetist, and needed more protection to treat their patients.
California to loan 500 ventilators to national stockpile
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California Gov.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California Gov.
New York City leaders considering temporary burials of coronavirus victims
NEW YORK -- New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, without getting into details, admitted Monday, April 6 that city leaders are considering temporarily burying coronavirus victims to relieve some of the pressure on the system due to large numbers of deaths.As of Monday morning, New York City had more than 2,400 coronavirus deaths reported."If we need to do temporary burials to tide us over, to pass the crisis, and then, work with each family on their appropriate arrangements, we have the ability to do that," de Blasio said at a news conference at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.A previously produced disaster manual for a possible influenza pandemic that was put together by the medical examiner called for mass burials on a 101-acre area on Hart Island, located off city island in the Bronx if the city became overwhelmed with bodies.The mayor said the city was not near that point at this time."The focus right now is to get through this crisis and saving those we can save," de Blasio said. "We will have the capacity for temporary burials."The New York City Health Commissioner said there are no special precautions that need to be taken for people who have died from COVID-19.
NEW YORK -- New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, without getting into details, admitted Monday, April 6 that city leaders are considering temporarily burying coronavirus victims to relieve some of the pressure on the system due to large numbers of deaths.As of Monday morning, New York City had more than 2,400 coronavirus deaths reported."If we need to do temporary burials to tide us over, to pass the crisis, and then, work with each family on their appropriate arrangements, we have the ability to do that," de Blasio said at a news conference at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.A previously produced disaster manual for a possible influenza pandemic that was put together by the medical examiner called for mass burials on a 101-acre area on Hart Island, located off city island in the Bronx if the city became overwhelmed with bodies.The mayor said the city was not near that point at this time."The focus right now is to get through this crisis and saving those we can save," de Blasio said. "We will have the capacity for temporary burials."The New York City Health Commissioner said there are no special precautions that need to be taken for people who have died from COVID-19.
Nurse shows how even when you wear gloves, coronavirus cross-contamination happens
SAGINAW, Mich. -- Molly Lixley understands fear over the coronavirus pandemic has people taking extra precautions, but there’s a science to doing so properly, and she wants people to follow it.Fed up with what she deemed to be improper glove use and disposal, the Michigan nurse made a video of herself using paint to demonstrate how easily cross-contamination happens at grocery stores.Lixley put on gloves and dipped her fingers in a plate of paint, which represented germs on an item she’d picked up at the store.Her fingers now stained, she mimicked sending a text on her phone, answering a call and scratching her nose.
SAGINAW, Mich. -- Molly Lixley understands fear over the coronavirus pandemic has people taking extra precautions, but there’s a science to doing so properly, and she wants people to follow it.Fed up with what she deemed to be improper glove use and disposal, the Michigan nurse made a video of herself using paint to demonstrate how easily cross-contamination happens at grocery stores.Lixley put on gloves and dipped her fingers in a plate of paint, which represented germs on an item she’d picked up at the store.Her fingers now stained, she mimicked sending a text on her phone, answering a call and scratching her nose.
With Safer at Home order in effect, AG Kaul emphasizes importance of online safety
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Justice is encouraging Wisconsinites to use resources from the Wisconsin Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force to learn more about online safety.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Justice is encouraging Wisconsinites to use resources from the Wisconsin Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force to learn more about online safety.
OSHA: 10 measures every employer can implement to reduce risk of exposure to COVID-19
WASHINGTON --The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a new poster listing steps all workplaces can take to reduce the risk of exposure to coronavirus.
WASHINGTON --The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a new poster listing steps all workplaces can take to reduce the risk of exposure to coronavirus.
Allstate to return more than $600 million to customers amid coronavirus pandemic
ORLANDO, Fla. (FOX 35)-- As the coronavirus pandemic leaves many working from home and driving less, car insurance company Allstate has announced that they will return more than $600 million back to their customers in April and May.They announced the 'Shelter-In-Place' program on Monday.
ORLANDO, Fla. (FOX 35)-- As the coronavirus pandemic leaves many working from home and driving less, car insurance company Allstate has announced that they will return more than $600 million back to their customers in April and May.They announced the 'Shelter-In-Place' program on Monday.
Tips, tricks for building a better fort
MILWAUKEE -- Running out of ways to keep your kids busy while at home?
MILWAUKEE -- Running out of ways to keep your kids busy while at home?
British Open canceled, Masters to November in major rescheduling
LONDON -- The British Open will not be played this year for the first time since 1945, golf officials announced Monday as they tried to reconfigure a major championship schedule that would end with the Masters being played two weeks before Thanksgiving.Still to be determined is when — or even if — golf can resume depending on the spread of COVID-19 that has shut down sports worldwide.The R&A announced that the British Open, scheduled for July 16-19 at Royal St.
LONDON -- The British Open will not be played this year for the first time since 1945, golf officials announced Monday as they tried to reconfigure a major championship schedule that would end with the Masters being played two weeks before Thanksgiving.Still to be determined is when — or even if — golf can resume depending on the spread of COVID-19 that has shut down sports worldwide.The R&A announced that the British Open, scheduled for July 16-19 at Royal St.
Grocery store worker dies from coronavirus
LARGO, Md. -- A 27-year-old grocery store worker from Prince George's County has died from coronavirus, according to FOX 5.Leilani Jordan worked at Giant on Campus Way South in Largo.Her brother said she was a greeter there.
LARGO, Md. -- A 27-year-old grocery store worker from Prince George's County has died from coronavirus, according to FOX 5.Leilani Jordan worked at Giant on Campus Way South in Largo.Her brother said she was a greeter there.
Brewers Community Foundation hosting 'Drive for Charity' online due to COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers Community Foundation announced Monday, April 6 that their "Drive for Charity" event will be held online from April 6 – 20 to support nonprofit organizations that are meeting basic needs for children and their families in Greater Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers Community Foundation announced Monday, April 6 that their "Drive for Charity" event will be held online from April 6 – 20 to support nonprofit organizations that are meeting basic needs for children and their families in Greater Milwaukee.
Stocks rise sharply on signs of progress in battling coronavirus
NEW YORK — Stocks jumped in markets around the world Monday after some of the hardest-hit areas offered sparks of hope that the worst of the coronavirus outbreak may be on the horizon.U.S. stocks climbed more than 4% in the first few minutes of trading, following up on similar gains in Europe and Asia.
NEW YORK — Stocks jumped in markets around the world Monday after some of the hardest-hit areas offered sparks of hope that the worst of the coronavirus outbreak may be on the horizon.U.S. stocks climbed more than 4% in the first few minutes of trading, following up on similar gains in Europe and Asia.