Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos donates $100 million to Feeding America
SEATTLE -- Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos on Thursday, April 2 announced he was donating $100 million to help food banks across the United States.This, amid a growing need for donations, with millions of Americans out of work amid the coronavirus pandemic.In an Instagram post, Bezos said the donation would be made to Feeding America, which would quickly send the funding to its network of food banks:More than 6.6 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week — doubling a record high set just one week earlier — a sign that layoffs are accelerating in the midst of the coronavirus.In Washington state, 181,975 filed for unemployment benefits the week of March 22-28.Applications for unemployment benefits generally reflect the pace of layoffs.
SEATTLE -- Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos on Thursday, April 2 announced he was donating $100 million to help food banks across the United States.This, amid a growing need for donations, with millions of Americans out of work amid the coronavirus pandemic.In an Instagram post, Bezos said the donation would be made to Feeding America, which would quickly send the funding to its network of food banks:More than 6.6 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week — doubling a record high set just one week earlier — a sign that layoffs are accelerating in the midst of the coronavirus.In Washington state, 181,975 filed for unemployment benefits the week of March 22-28.Applications for unemployment benefits generally reflect the pace of layoffs.
National Guard dispatched to senior living facility in Sheboygan; 10 confirmed cases of COVID-19
SHEBOYGAN — The Wisconsin National Guard dispatched a team to a senior living facility in Sheboygan on Sunday, April 5 to establish a mobile testing site and perform COVID-19 specimen collection.
SHEBOYGAN — The Wisconsin National Guard dispatched a team to a senior living facility in Sheboygan on Sunday, April 5 to establish a mobile testing site and perform COVID-19 specimen collection.
Half of people with coronavirus have no symptoms, data shows
NEW YORK -- About half of people who have the coronavirus show no symptoms, according to data from Iceland, the Italian town of Vo, and the Diamond Princess cruise ship.The data from those places is of particular interest to researchers because in those places even people without symptoms were tested – which is not the case in the U.S. and most countries, where desperately needed tests are reserved mostly for people who show symptoms.Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is also expected to recommend face coverings in virus hot-spots soon because that may help prevent spread from people who show no symptoms.Here’s some of the data that experts are looking at:Cruise shipAll 3,711 passengers on the Diamond Princess cruise ship were tested, 712 tested positive, and of those, 331 (46 percent) have never shown outward symptoms, according to Japan’s health agency, which has also been cited by the CDC.“Many cases are apparently asymptomatic.
NEW YORK -- About half of people who have the coronavirus show no symptoms, according to data from Iceland, the Italian town of Vo, and the Diamond Princess cruise ship.The data from those places is of particular interest to researchers because in those places even people without symptoms were tested – which is not the case in the U.S. and most countries, where desperately needed tests are reserved mostly for people who show symptoms.Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is also expected to recommend face coverings in virus hot-spots soon because that may help prevent spread from people who show no symptoms.Here’s some of the data that experts are looking at:Cruise shipAll 3,711 passengers on the Diamond Princess cruise ship were tested, 712 tested positive, and of those, 331 (46 percent) have never shown outward symptoms, according to Japan’s health agency, which has also been cited by the CDC.“Many cases are apparently asymptomatic.
States lack key data on virus cases among medical workers
SEATTLE — Experts and health officials who are trying to plan a response to the coronavirus outbreak are missing a critical piece of information — the number of health care workers who have tested positive for the disease.Washington state faced the first major outbreak of COVID-19 in the nation, but health officials have not kept track of how many doctors and nurses have the disease.
SEATTLE — Experts and health officials who are trying to plan a response to the coronavirus outbreak are missing a critical piece of information — the number of health care workers who have tested positive for the disease.Washington state faced the first major outbreak of COVID-19 in the nation, but health officials have not kept track of how many doctors and nurses have the disease.
Europe sees more signs of hope as Italy's virus curve falls
ROME — Europe is seeing further signs of hope in the coronavirus outbreak as Italy's daily death toll was at its lowest in more than two weeks and health officials noted with caution Sunday that the infection curve was finally descending.
ROME — Europe is seeing further signs of hope in the coronavirus outbreak as Italy's daily death toll was at its lowest in more than two weeks and health officials noted with caution Sunday that the infection curve was finally descending.
'Mind your own business:' Central Florida church to hold in-person Sunday service despite stay-at-home order
ORLANDO, Fla. - Despite the ongoing "stay-at-home" order, one Central Florida church will hold an in-person Sunday service.The Center Arena Church is set to have their usual Sunday service, even though someone last weekend called the police on them.
ORLANDO, Fla. - Despite the ongoing "stay-at-home" order, one Central Florida church will hold an in-person Sunday service.The Center Arena Church is set to have their usual Sunday service, even though someone last weekend called the police on them.
Fauci says coronavirus could become seasonal
WASHINGTON — Dr.
WASHINGTON — Dr.
Massachusetts shoppers tackle man allegedly coughing, spitting on produce amid coronavirus outbreak
KINGSTON, Mass -- A group of Massachusetts shoppers tackled a man and pinned him to the ground until police arrived after catching him allegedly coughing and spitting on produce, fanning coronavirus fears.
KINGSTON, Mass -- A group of Massachusetts shoppers tackled a man and pinned him to the ground until police arrived after catching him allegedly coughing and spitting on produce, fanning coronavirus fears.
Wis. Historical Society launches COVID-19 journaling project
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Historical Society wants you to help write history.Christian Overland, Ruth and Hartley Barker Director and CEO of the Wisconsin Historical Society, says the goal is to get Wisconsinites from all walks of life, especially those at the front lines, to take part.“Doctors, lawyers, healthcare workers, teachers, grocers have signed up to do this and families too,” said Overland to our partners at WMTV in Madison. “People can be a part of history and we’re giving that opportunity to all of the residents of Wisconsin to join us to create the future of history.”Participants are asked to document their daily life for the next 30, 60, or 90 days.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Historical Society wants you to help write history.Christian Overland, Ruth and Hartley Barker Director and CEO of the Wisconsin Historical Society, says the goal is to get Wisconsinites from all walks of life, especially those at the front lines, to take part.“Doctors, lawyers, healthcare workers, teachers, grocers have signed up to do this and families too,” said Overland to our partners at WMTV in Madison. “People can be a part of history and we’re giving that opportunity to all of the residents of Wisconsin to join us to create the future of history.”Participants are asked to document their daily life for the next 30, 60, or 90 days.
Biden says DNC should be held virtually amid concerns of coronavirus
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden said Sunday that the Democratic National Convention, already delayed until August because of the coronavirus, may need to take place online as the pandemic continues to reshape the race for the White House.The party "may have to do a virtual convention,” the former vice president said. “The idea of holding the convention is going to be necessary.
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden said Sunday that the Democratic National Convention, already delayed until August because of the coronavirus, may need to take place online as the pandemic continues to reshape the race for the White House.The party "may have to do a virtual convention,” the former vice president said. “The idea of holding the convention is going to be necessary.
No COVID-19 testing at home yet but quicker options coming
WASHINGTON — Home testing for the new coronavirus may sound like a good idea, but U.S. regulators say it's still too risky.They've stopped companies that quickly launched home-testing kits until they can show their products can accurately detect the virus.For now, the only way Americans can get tested is at hospitals, clinics or drive-thru sites, with a doctor's order.After a botched rollout, testing in the U.S. has ramped up thanks to high-volume testing machines and new rapid tests.
WASHINGTON — Home testing for the new coronavirus may sound like a good idea, but U.S. regulators say it's still too risky.They've stopped companies that quickly launched home-testing kits until they can show their products can accurately detect the virus.For now, the only way Americans can get tested is at hospitals, clinics or drive-thru sites, with a doctor's order.After a botched rollout, testing in the U.S. has ramped up thanks to high-volume testing machines and new rapid tests.
Coronavirus pandemic disrupts Appalachian Trail dreams
COSBY, Tenn. — Hikers on the Appalachian Trail face difficult decisions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens: postpone a dream or ignore warnings and keep hiking.Alexandra Eagle and Jonathan Hall planned for a year before setting out March 9 to hike the 2,190-mile trail for their honeymoon.They knew about the new coronavirus spreading across the globe but considered themselves lucky to be trading Brooklyn for a tent on the trail.
COSBY, Tenn. — Hikers on the Appalachian Trail face difficult decisions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens: postpone a dream or ignore warnings and keep hiking.Alexandra Eagle and Jonathan Hall planned for a year before setting out March 9 to hike the 2,190-mile trail for their honeymoon.They knew about the new coronavirus spreading across the globe but considered themselves lucky to be trading Brooklyn for a tent on the trail.
US 'wasted' months before preparing for virus pandemic
WASHINGTON — As the first alarms sounded in early January that an outbreak of a novel coronavirus in China might ignite a global pandemic, President Donald Trump's administration squandered nearly two months that could have been used to bolster the federal stockpile of critically needed medical supplies and equipment.A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies largely waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.By that time, hospitals in several states were treating thousands of infected patients without adequate equipment and were pleading for shipments from the Strategic National Stockpile.
WASHINGTON — As the first alarms sounded in early January that an outbreak of a novel coronavirus in China might ignite a global pandemic, President Donald Trump's administration squandered nearly two months that could have been used to bolster the federal stockpile of critically needed medical supplies and equipment.A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies largely waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.By that time, hospitals in several states were treating thousands of infected patients without adequate equipment and were pleading for shipments from the Strategic National Stockpile.
Palm Sunday: Pope celebrates without public in St. Peter's Square
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis is celebrating Palm Sunday Mass without the public, since the traditional ceremony in St.
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis is celebrating Palm Sunday Mass without the public, since the traditional ceremony in St.
Newborn twins in India named 'Covid' & 'Corona'
RAIPUR, India -- Ok.
RAIPUR, India -- Ok.
'You can save lives:' Facebook group donating RVs to doctors
DALLAS -- Emily Phillips is the wife of an emergency room doctor.Her husband, Jason, is on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, and while his focus is aimed at protecting family members in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Emily's focus is on protecting him and their three children.“Imagine being scared of living in your own home, I mean it was horrible and it caused a lot of tension between my husband and I," Emily said.It prompted the couple to find a way -- another place for Jason to stay."She put out a post that asked if anybody had an RV they would be willing to donate," said Lynn Bender.With Bender's help, Emily was connected to an RV immediately, but she quickly realized the problem stretched far beyond her family.
DALLAS -- Emily Phillips is the wife of an emergency room doctor.Her husband, Jason, is on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, and while his focus is aimed at protecting family members in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Emily's focus is on protecting him and their three children.“Imagine being scared of living in your own home, I mean it was horrible and it caused a lot of tension between my husband and I," Emily said.It prompted the couple to find a way -- another place for Jason to stay."She put out a post that asked if anybody had an RV they would be willing to donate," said Lynn Bender.With Bender's help, Emily was connected to an RV immediately, but she quickly realized the problem stretched far beyond her family.
2,100+ positive for COVID-19 in Wisconsin; 23K+ test negative, 66 deaths
MILWAUKEE -- More than 2,100 people in Wisconsin have tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in 66 deaths, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and county health departments.
MILWAUKEE -- More than 2,100 people in Wisconsin have tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in 66 deaths, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and county health departments.
Officials report 1st coronavirus-related death in Kenosha County
KENOSHA -- The Kenosha County medical examiner confirmed Saturday, April 4, the county's first death related to COVID-19.The medical examiner identified the victim as an 85-year-old Kenosha man who had multiple underlying health issues."We are saddened to have lost one of our residents," said Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser. "Please take the Safer-at-Home order seriously and avoid going out as much as possible."Kenosha County Health Officer Dr.
KENOSHA -- The Kenosha County medical examiner confirmed Saturday, April 4, the county's first death related to COVID-19.The medical examiner identified the victim as an 85-year-old Kenosha man who had multiple underlying health issues."We are saddened to have lost one of our residents," said Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser. "Please take the Safer-at-Home order seriously and avoid going out as much as possible."Kenosha County Health Officer Dr.
President Trump warns US is facing 'toughest' weeks ahead
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the county could be headed into its “toughest” weeks yet as the coronavirus death toll mounts, but at the same time he expressed growing impatience with social distancing guidelines and said he’s eager to get the country reopened and its stalled economy back on track.“There will be a lot of death, unfortunately,” President Trump said in a somber start to his daily briefing on the pandemic. "There will be death.”Joining President Trump were Vice President Mike Pence, virus task force coordinator Dr.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the county could be headed into its “toughest” weeks yet as the coronavirus death toll mounts, but at the same time he expressed growing impatience with social distancing guidelines and said he’s eager to get the country reopened and its stalled economy back on track.“There will be a lot of death, unfortunately,” President Trump said in a somber start to his daily briefing on the pandemic. "There will be death.”Joining President Trump were Vice President Mike Pence, virus task force coordinator Dr.
Milwaukee leaders moving forward with plans for alternative COVID-19 care facilities
MILWAUKEE -- As the number of cases and deaths continues to rise, Milwaukee leaders worked through the weekend preparing for what to do in the event that hospitals run out of space for COVID-19 patients.Staff at Milwaukee-area hospitals say more and more medical professionals are having to switch from the jobs they normally do, to help treat patients with COVID-19.
MILWAUKEE -- As the number of cases and deaths continues to rise, Milwaukee leaders worked through the weekend preparing for what to do in the event that hospitals run out of space for COVID-19 patients.Staff at Milwaukee-area hospitals say more and more medical professionals are having to switch from the jobs they normally do, to help treat patients with COVID-19.