More than a dozen have tested positive at Grafton facility; how did COVID-19 get in there
GRAFTON -- It was one week ago that health officials with the Waukesha Ozaukee Public Health Department announced Ozaukee County's first, coronavirus-related death -- a resident of Village Pointe Commons.
GRAFTON -- It was one week ago that health officials with the Waukesha Ozaukee Public Health Department announced Ozaukee County's first, coronavirus-related death -- a resident of Village Pointe Commons.
People taking extra precautions after learning coronavirus can live on surfaces for days
LOS ANGELES — After health officials said the novel coronavirus can live on some surfaces for as long as two to three days, people are taking extra precautions.Shemeeka Hossain, a West Hollywood resident, says she is using gloves to open packages and she’s doing it outside her door.“That just makes me feel safer,” she said. “I definitely don’t think we’re going overboard.”While it is possible to get sick by touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say it’s a low risk.
LOS ANGELES — After health officials said the novel coronavirus can live on some surfaces for as long as two to three days, people are taking extra precautions.Shemeeka Hossain, a West Hollywood resident, says she is using gloves to open packages and she’s doing it outside her door.“That just makes me feel safer,” she said. “I definitely don’t think we’re going overboard.”While it is possible to get sick by touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say it’s a low risk.
1K+ confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 15K+ test negative
MADISON - There are 1,041 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 1:50 p.m. Saturday, March 28.
MADISON - There are 1,041 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 1:50 p.m. Saturday, March 28.
Get a coronavirus testing text message? Officials warn it’s a scam
DALLAS — The Better Business Bureau is warning people about a phony text message claiming to be from a government agency urging people to take COVID-19 tests.The BBB says users get a text that looks like it’s something official.
DALLAS — The Better Business Bureau is warning people about a phony text message claiming to be from a government agency urging people to take COVID-19 tests.The BBB says users get a text that looks like it’s something official.
FDA clears test to detect coronavirus in 5 minutes
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared a new rapid test from Abbott Laboratories, which the company says can detect the coronavirus in about 5 minutes.Medical device maker Abbott announced the emergency clearance of its cartridge-based test in a release Friday night.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared a new rapid test from Abbott Laboratories, which the company says can detect the coronavirus in about 5 minutes.Medical device maker Abbott announced the emergency clearance of its cartridge-based test in a release Friday night.
President Trump boosts virus aid, warns governors to be 'appreciative'
WASHINGTON — After days of desperate pleas from the nation’s governors, President Donald Trump took a round of steps to expand the federal government’s role in helping produce critically needed supplies to fight the coronavirus pandemic even as he warned the leaders of hard-hit states not to cross him.“I want them to be appreciative,” President Trump said Friday after the White House announced that he would be using the powers granted to him under the Korean War-era Defense Production Act to try to compel auto giant General Motors to produce ventilators.Yet President Trump — who hours earlier had suggested the need for the devices was being overblown — rejected any criticism of the federal government's response to a ballooning public health crisis that a month ago he predicted would be over by now.“We have done a hell of a job," President Trump said, as he sent an ominous message to state and local leaders who have been urging the federal government to do more to help them save lives.President Trump said he had instructed Vice President Mike Pence not to call the governors of Washington or Michigan — two coronavirus hotspots — because of their public criticism. “If they don’t treat you right, I don't call,” Trump said.The comments came after President Trump unveiled a slew of executive actions to bolster states' capacities to respond to the pandemic, including authorizing Defense Secretary Mark Esper to call up an unspecified number of federal reservists to help with the coronavirus response.Friday's invocation “should demonstrate clearly to all that we will not hesitate to use the full authority of the federal government to combat this crisis," President Trump said.President Trump had been saying for more than a week that he was reluctant to use the Defense Production Act — even after he invoked it — because companies were already doing what he wanted and he didn't need arm-twisting to make them comply.Yet President Trump continued to suggest that states' own failures were to blame for the needed intervention. “Normally these would be bought for states, just so you understand,” he said.The president has been under growing pressure from the nation's governors to do more to bolster supplies, despite the perceived risks of speaking out.
WASHINGTON — After days of desperate pleas from the nation’s governors, President Donald Trump took a round of steps to expand the federal government’s role in helping produce critically needed supplies to fight the coronavirus pandemic even as he warned the leaders of hard-hit states not to cross him.“I want them to be appreciative,” President Trump said Friday after the White House announced that he would be using the powers granted to him under the Korean War-era Defense Production Act to try to compel auto giant General Motors to produce ventilators.Yet President Trump — who hours earlier had suggested the need for the devices was being overblown — rejected any criticism of the federal government's response to a ballooning public health crisis that a month ago he predicted would be over by now.“We have done a hell of a job," President Trump said, as he sent an ominous message to state and local leaders who have been urging the federal government to do more to help them save lives.President Trump said he had instructed Vice President Mike Pence not to call the governors of Washington or Michigan — two coronavirus hotspots — because of their public criticism. “If they don’t treat you right, I don't call,” Trump said.The comments came after President Trump unveiled a slew of executive actions to bolster states' capacities to respond to the pandemic, including authorizing Defense Secretary Mark Esper to call up an unspecified number of federal reservists to help with the coronavirus response.Friday's invocation “should demonstrate clearly to all that we will not hesitate to use the full authority of the federal government to combat this crisis," President Trump said.President Trump had been saying for more than a week that he was reluctant to use the Defense Production Act — even after he invoked it — because companies were already doing what he wanted and he didn't need arm-twisting to make them comply.Yet President Trump continued to suggest that states' own failures were to blame for the needed intervention. “Normally these would be bought for states, just so you understand,” he said.The president has been under growing pressure from the nation's governors to do more to bolster supplies, despite the perceived risks of speaking out.
$2.2T rescue package signed into law; what does it mean for you?
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump signed a $2.2 trillion economic rescue package into law Friday, March 27.
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump signed a $2.2 trillion economic rescue package into law Friday, March 27.
'We think this is a game-changer:' New test could let patients self swab for COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- A new test for COVID-19 could allow patients to swab their own noses at approved testing sites.
MILWAUKEE -- A new test for COVID-19 could allow patients to swab their own noses at approved testing sites.
Milwaukee County, city officials call for more resources to stop growing COVID-19 case numbers
MILWAUKEE -- The highest number of coronavirus cases and deaths in Wisconsin are in Milwaukee County.
MILWAUKEE -- The highest number of coronavirus cases and deaths in Wisconsin are in Milwaukee County.
Milwaukee woman dies from coronavirus complications, medical examiner says
MILWAUKEE -- A 55-year-old Milwaukee woman has died from complications of the coronavirus, according to the Milwaukee County medical examiner.The woman arrived at a hospital on Thursday, March 26 and died shortly after her arrival.
MILWAUKEE -- A 55-year-old Milwaukee woman has died from complications of the coronavirus, according to the Milwaukee County medical examiner.The woman arrived at a hospital on Thursday, March 26 and died shortly after her arrival.
UW-Madison students test positive for COVID-19 after returning from spring break
MADISON -- According to a report from University Health Services on Friday, March 27, UW-Madison students who returned from spring break tested positive for COVID-19.The university has urged students who traveled for spring break to self-quarantine for 14 days -- regardless of whether they have symptoms.
MADISON -- According to a report from University Health Services on Friday, March 27, UW-Madison students who returned from spring break tested positive for COVID-19.The university has urged students who traveled for spring break to self-quarantine for 14 days -- regardless of whether they have symptoms.
McDonald’s cuts all-day breakfast menu amid coronavirus pandemic
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – McDonald’s is cutting items from its menu in an effort to make things easier for its employees working during the coronavirus pandemic.In a statement Wednesday, McDonald’s said it plans to roll out a limited menu in the U.S.The limited menu will not include all-day breakfast items, salads, grilled chicken sandwiches, and chicken tenders, according to a report.Rather, restaurants will continue to serve the fast-food chain’s best-sellers like McMuffins and McGriddles in the morning, as well as hamburgers and fries for the rest of the day.Don’t worry, the change is only temporary, though.Shortly after the announcement, McDonald’s U.S. President Joe Erlinger tweeted, “All day breakfast’s response to this news: ‘I’ll be back.'”McDonald’s launched its all-day breakfast menu in 2015.The limited menu comes after the closure of dine-in service at all restaurants in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – McDonald’s is cutting items from its menu in an effort to make things easier for its employees working during the coronavirus pandemic.In a statement Wednesday, McDonald’s said it plans to roll out a limited menu in the U.S.The limited menu will not include all-day breakfast items, salads, grilled chicken sandwiches, and chicken tenders, according to a report.Rather, restaurants will continue to serve the fast-food chain’s best-sellers like McMuffins and McGriddles in the morning, as well as hamburgers and fries for the rest of the day.Don’t worry, the change is only temporary, though.Shortly after the announcement, McDonald’s U.S. President Joe Erlinger tweeted, “All day breakfast’s response to this news: ‘I’ll be back.'”McDonald’s launched its all-day breakfast menu in 2015.The limited menu comes after the closure of dine-in service at all restaurants in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
'Thinking of you:' Residents of Wisconsin Veterans Home at King miss family, friends
WAUPACA -- While the coronavirus pandemic plays out, those at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King would like to let their families and friends know that they are thinking of them.Check out the video tweeted out by the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs on Friday, March 27.
WAUPACA -- While the coronavirus pandemic plays out, those at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King would like to let their families and friends know that they are thinking of them.Check out the video tweeted out by the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs on Friday, March 27.
'Try and plan it out:' CDC offers tips to be safe from COVID-19 when you shop for groceries
MILWAUKEE -- The CDC recommends going grocery shopping no more than twice a week amid the coronavirus pandemic -- and not at peak times.
MILWAUKEE -- The CDC recommends going grocery shopping no more than twice a week amid the coronavirus pandemic -- and not at peak times.
'Be a hero, stay home:' Milwaukee aldermen urge residents to take 'Safer at Home' order seriously
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders in the City of Milwaukee are stressing the public take the state's "Safer at Home" order seriously."You as a community member play the largest role in overcoming this pandemic," said Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales said in a public service announcement.
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders in the City of Milwaukee are stressing the public take the state's "Safer at Home" order seriously."You as a community member play the largest role in overcoming this pandemic," said Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales said in a public service announcement.
El Rey donates hand sanitizer to MPD, food to community organization
MILWAUKEE -- El Rey Mexican Products donated on Friday, March 27 hand sanitizer to the Milwaukee Police Department.Officers worked with employees from El Rey on Friday to unload several boxes of the hand sanitizer -- which will be distributed throughout the Milwaukee Police Department.El Rey also made a big delivery for some people in need.
MILWAUKEE -- El Rey Mexican Products donated on Friday, March 27 hand sanitizer to the Milwaukee Police Department.Officers worked with employees from El Rey on Friday to unload several boxes of the hand sanitizer -- which will be distributed throughout the Milwaukee Police Department.El Rey also made a big delivery for some people in need.
'I love it:' Olympic swimmer journeys from Pennsylvania to Wisconsin for training
MADISON -- An Olympic swimmer was training in Wisconsin until everything was shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic.Ally McHugh is a championship swimmer from Penn State University, so, naturally, her path to the Olympics would go through Wisconsin, right?"Literally a few days after graduation, I spent some time with family but then literally was right out to Madison, Wisconsin and my new apartment, getting back to training, meeting the team, building relationships with those athletes and the other coaching staff," McHugh said. "It's been awesome.
MADISON -- An Olympic swimmer was training in Wisconsin until everything was shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic.Ally McHugh is a championship swimmer from Penn State University, so, naturally, her path to the Olympics would go through Wisconsin, right?"Literally a few days after graduation, I spent some time with family but then literally was right out to Madison, Wisconsin and my new apartment, getting back to training, meeting the team, building relationships with those athletes and the other coaching staff," McHugh said. "It's been awesome.
'It was touching my heart:' Brookfield barber donates hundreds of gloves to Milwaukee VA
BROOKFIELD -- Supplies like gloves and masks are becoming harder for first responders to get ahold of as the coronavirus continues to spread.
BROOKFIELD -- Supplies like gloves and masks are becoming harder for first responders to get ahold of as the coronavirus continues to spread.
Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office says COVID-19 response 'a team approach'
MILWAUKEE -- With the number of deaths in Wisconsin rising because of the pandemic, the medical examiner has been working with the department of emergency management to discuss resources.
MILWAUKEE -- With the number of deaths in Wisconsin rising because of the pandemic, the medical examiner has been working with the department of emergency management to discuss resources.