Staff at doggy day care say 'Thank you' to 1st responders with offer: 'We want to be here to help them'
MENOMONEE FALLS -- During the COVID-19 outbreak, many on the front lines work tireless hours.
MENOMONEE FALLS -- During the COVID-19 outbreak, many on the front lines work tireless hours.
Coronavirus pandemic created a lot of confusion among professional athletes
MILWAUKEE -- When the coronavirus pandemic started to affect professional sports, a lot of athletes had no idea what to do.
MILWAUKEE -- When the coronavirus pandemic started to affect professional sports, a lot of athletes had no idea what to do.
'It's really bizarre:' Bucks center Brook Lopez figuring out life without basketball
MILWAUKEE -- When the NBA season was suspended, the Milwaukee Bucks had already secured a spot in the playoffs and held the best record in the league.FOX6's Kaitlin Sharkey spoke with Bucks center Brook Lopez who says he's figuring out how to live without basketball.
MILWAUKEE -- When the NBA season was suspended, the Milwaukee Bucks had already secured a spot in the playoffs and held the best record in the league.FOX6's Kaitlin Sharkey spoke with Bucks center Brook Lopez who says he's figuring out how to live without basketball.
Walmart to limit number of customers inside stores at a time
BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Walmart still wants customers, just fewer of them at a time.The nation’s largest retailer said it will now allow no more than five customers for each 1,000 square feet of store space at a given time -- roughly 20% of the average store’s capacity -- in an effort to reduce risks associated with contracting the coronavirus.To oversee the restriction, workers will mark a queue at a single-entry door, and direct arriving customers there, where they’ll be admitted one by one.
BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Walmart still wants customers, just fewer of them at a time.The nation’s largest retailer said it will now allow no more than five customers for each 1,000 square feet of store space at a given time -- roughly 20% of the average store’s capacity -- in an effort to reduce risks associated with contracting the coronavirus.To oversee the restriction, workers will mark a queue at a single-entry door, and direct arriving customers there, where they’ll be admitted one by one.
Waukesha elementary school teachers hold 'safe distance' car parade for students, families
WAUKESHA -- Teachers from Summit View Elementary School in Waukesha held a parade Friday, April 3.They drove around Waukesha waving and saying hello to students outside their homes.
WAUKESHA -- Teachers from Summit View Elementary School in Waukesha held a parade Friday, April 3.They drove around Waukesha waving and saying hello to students outside their homes.
World War II veteran recovers from COVID-19, celebrates 104th birthday
LEBANON, Ore. -- An Oregon man is celebrating his 104th birthday -- and his recovery from COVID-19.William Lapschies was one of the first residents to test positive for the virus at the Edward C.
LEBANON, Ore. -- An Oregon man is celebrating his 104th birthday -- and his recovery from COVID-19.William Lapschies was one of the first residents to test positive for the virus at the Edward C.
Pinched by shutdown orders, Hobby Lobby finally closes stores
OKLAHOMA CITY — Hobby Lobby says the ongoing threat of the coronavirus has forced it to close its stores until further notice.The Oklahoma City-based arts and crafts chain says it is furloughing all of its store employees and many of its corporate and distribution workers.Many state and local governments have issued orders to close all nonessential businesses to curb the spread of COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus.Hobby Lobby officials initially resisted efforts to close their stores, saying the sale of fabric was essential.Citations issued in Colorado and Texas pushed retail chain to changes its stance.
OKLAHOMA CITY — Hobby Lobby says the ongoing threat of the coronavirus has forced it to close its stores until further notice.The Oklahoma City-based arts and crafts chain says it is furloughing all of its store employees and many of its corporate and distribution workers.Many state and local governments have issued orders to close all nonessential businesses to curb the spread of COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus.Hobby Lobby officials initially resisted efforts to close their stores, saying the sale of fabric was essential.Citations issued in Colorado and Texas pushed retail chain to changes its stance.
North Shore Health Department orders closure of all public beaches until 'Safer at Home' order ends
MILWAUKEE -- The North Shore Health Department (NSHD) has ordered the closure of all public beaches throughout the North Shore effective 6 p.m. Friday, April 3 until the state's "Safer at Home" order and practices end.
MILWAUKEE -- The North Shore Health Department (NSHD) has ordered the closure of all public beaches throughout the North Shore effective 6 p.m. Friday, April 3 until the state's "Safer at Home" order and practices end.
Nurse at Milwaukee County Jail tests positive for COVID-19, sheriff's office says
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office learned Friday, April 3 that a contracted nurse with the county’s medical provider, who works in the Milwaukee County Jail, tested positive for COVID-19.The nurse reported symptoms on Thursday, April 2, and did not report in for work.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office learned Friday, April 3 that a contracted nurse with the county’s medical provider, who works in the Milwaukee County Jail, tested positive for COVID-19.The nurse reported symptoms on Thursday, April 2, and did not report in for work.
'It's not going to be an easy thing:' Organizers, business shift gears with new timing for 2020 DNC
MILWAUKEE -- In a move to protect public safety, the 2020 Democratic National Convention (DNC) has been pushed back to the week of August 17.
MILWAUKEE -- In a move to protect public safety, the 2020 Democratic National Convention (DNC) has been pushed back to the week of August 17.
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. donates protective equipment to Milwaukee police
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. -- the company that produces Summerfest -- donated hundreds of pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Milwaukee Police Department on Friday, April 3.In total, 700 Tyvek suits and 200 pairs of shoe coverings were donated.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. -- the company that produces Summerfest -- donated hundreds of pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Milwaukee Police Department on Friday, April 3.In total, 700 Tyvek suits and 200 pairs of shoe coverings were donated.
'Be smart:' FBI reports rise in online scams, here's what you can do to protect your data
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Thousands of people are working from home and finding out it's not as convenient as it sounds.
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Thousands of people are working from home and finding out it's not as convenient as it sounds.
Brookfield woman finds way to help healthcare workers, restaurants during COVID-19 pandemic
BROOKFIELD -- A way to help restaurants -- and feed healthcare workers.
BROOKFIELD -- A way to help restaurants -- and feed healthcare workers.
Health care workers call supply shortage ‘a crisis’
WASHINGTON — Health care workers across the country are continuing to sound the alarm about the lack of medical supplies at hospitals.“If we do not have a coordinated response, people are going to die.
WASHINGTON — Health care workers across the country are continuing to sound the alarm about the lack of medical supplies at hospitals.“If we do not have a coordinated response, people are going to die.
'More online learning opportunities:' 3 weeks into closure, MPS superintendent offers status update
MILWAUKEE -- Three weeks and counting, Milwaukee Public Schools have been closed since mid-March.
MILWAUKEE -- Three weeks and counting, Milwaukee Public Schools have been closed since mid-March.
Face masks recommended, though President Trump says he won't wear one
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says his administration is encouraging many Americans to wear face masks in public, though he stresses that the recommendation is optional and is conceding that he will not be complying with it.The new guidelines encourage people to use more rudimentary covering like T-shirts, bandannas and non-medical masks.The new recommendations are set to be announced at a time when states are bracing for critical shortfalls like those that other parts of the world have experienced.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says his administration is encouraging many Americans to wear face masks in public, though he stresses that the recommendation is optional and is conceding that he will not be complying with it.The new guidelines encourage people to use more rudimentary covering like T-shirts, bandannas and non-medical masks.The new recommendations are set to be announced at a time when states are bracing for critical shortfalls like those that other parts of the world have experienced.
NOT REAL NEWS: Debunking false coronavirus claims, phony remedies
SAN FRANCISCO -- A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week.
SAN FRANCISCO -- A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week.
Kenosha County unveils new, enhanced COVID-19 information hub
KENOSHA -- The Kenosha County Joint Information Center unveiled on Friday, April 3 a new, enhanced COVID-19 information hub.A news release says the site offers links to relevant resources, answers to frequently asked questions and regularly updated local, state and national statistics on the COVID-19 virus.
KENOSHA -- The Kenosha County Joint Information Center unveiled on Friday, April 3 a new, enhanced COVID-19 information hub.A news release says the site offers links to relevant resources, answers to frequently asked questions and regularly updated local, state and national statistics on the COVID-19 virus.
Health officials announce Racine County's 1st coronavirus-related death
RACINE -- The Central Racine County Health Department announced Friday, April 3 the county's first death related to COVID-19 -- a man in his 70s who died as a result of complications.“We are so saddened by this death and our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and community,” said Margaret Gesner, Health Officer for the Central Racine County Health Department. “Our health department continues to work tirelessly and employ all possible resources to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus and its impact on our community.”As of 3 p.m. Friday, April 3, there are 46 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Racine County and more than 1,900 confirmed cases and more than 40 deaths statewide.
RACINE -- The Central Racine County Health Department announced Friday, April 3 the county's first death related to COVID-19 -- a man in his 70s who died as a result of complications.“We are so saddened by this death and our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and community,” said Margaret Gesner, Health Officer for the Central Racine County Health Department. “Our health department continues to work tirelessly and employ all possible resources to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus and its impact on our community.”As of 3 p.m. Friday, April 3, there are 46 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Racine County and more than 1,900 confirmed cases and more than 40 deaths statewide.
Pandemic forcing NBA players to work out with what's on hand, just like the rest of us
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo is spending much of his time during the coronavirus-imposed hiatus working out, helping care for his newborn son and playing occasional video games.What the reigning MVP isn’t doing very often is shooting baskets since the NBA has closed team practice facilities.“I don’t have access to a hoop,” the Milwaukee Bucks forward said Friday during a conference call. “A lot of NBA players might have a court in their house or something, I don’t know, but now I just get my home workouts, (go) on the bike, treadmill, lift weights, stay sharp that way.”The hiatus is forcing thousands of athletes, pro and otherwise, to work out from home as they try to keep in shape.
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo is spending much of his time during the coronavirus-imposed hiatus working out, helping care for his newborn son and playing occasional video games.What the reigning MVP isn’t doing very often is shooting baskets since the NBA has closed team practice facilities.“I don’t have access to a hoop,” the Milwaukee Bucks forward said Friday during a conference call. “A lot of NBA players might have a court in their house or something, I don’t know, but now I just get my home workouts, (go) on the bike, treadmill, lift weights, stay sharp that way.”The hiatus is forcing thousands of athletes, pro and otherwise, to work out from home as they try to keep in shape.