Amid coronavirus pandemic, man's note to hospital staff who saved wife goes viral

Amid coronavirus pandemic, man's note to hospital staff who saved wife goes viral

MORRISTOWN, N.J. -- A man in Morristown, N.J., has gone viral after he was spotted holding a sign thanking medical staff for “saving wife’s life.”

MORRISTOWN, N.J. -- A man in Morristown, N.J., has gone viral after he was spotted holding a sign thanking medical staff for “saving wife’s life.”

Blood tests could determine a person's immunity to further COVID-19 problems

Blood tests could determine a person's immunity to further COVID-19 problems

IRVINE, Calif. -- A different approach to coronavirus testing with possible implications for returning people to normal life faster.Blood tests are being  developed by several labs and medical companies that could aid in the battle against the coronavirus.By determining the existing antibody immunity built up after having been exposed and recovered.The method by BioAmerica is a finger-stick test that's different from swabbing for an active infection and administering a vaccine.Instead, it determines what your body's already done or not done for you to help you know what you can or can't do for daily activities."So what we're trying to do is to be able to produce a test that's IgG-IgM (types of antibodies), because as your body vs.

IRVINE, Calif. -- A different approach to coronavirus testing with possible implications for returning people to normal life faster.Blood tests are being  developed by several labs and medical companies that could aid in the battle against the coronavirus.By determining the existing antibody immunity built up after having been exposed and recovered.The method by BioAmerica is a finger-stick test that's different from swabbing for an active infection and administering a vaccine.Instead, it determines what your body's already done or not done for you to help you know what you can or can't do for daily activities."So what we're trying to do is to be able to produce a test that's IgG-IgM (types of antibodies), because as your body vs.

Florida man warns others after fake COVID-19 relief check arrives in mail

Florida man warns others after fake COVID-19 relief check arrives in mail

BROOKSVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man is sounding the alarm after he received what appeared to be a fake coronavirus relief check in the mail.The massive $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package approved by the Senate Wednesday includes “stimulus checks” for many Americans, especially those facing financial difficulty as a result of the outbreak.However, the House of Representatives still needs to approve the stimulus package, with a vote expected Friday.

BROOKSVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man is sounding the alarm after he received what appeared to be a fake coronavirus relief check in the mail.The massive $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package approved by the Senate Wednesday includes “stimulus checks” for many Americans, especially those facing financial difficulty as a result of the outbreak.However, the House of Representatives still needs to approve the stimulus package, with a vote expected Friday.

US now leads world in number of confirmed coronavirus cases

US now leads world in number of confirmed coronavirus cases

TORONTO — The United States' caseload of coronavirus infections surged to the most in the world and its capital reported more infections, as Italy shut most of its industry and masses of Indian day laborers received food rations after a lockdown put them out of work.Increases in the number of cases have been expected as testing becomes more available.

TORONTO — The United States' caseload of coronavirus infections surged to the most in the world and its capital reported more infections, as Italy shut most of its industry and masses of Indian day laborers received food rations after a lockdown put them out of work.Increases in the number of cases have been expected as testing becomes more available.

750+ positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, more than 11K tested negative

750+ positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, more than 11K tested negative

MILWAUKEE -- The total positive cases of coronavirus in Wisconsin rose to more than 700 on Thursday, March 26 -- compared to 628 Wednesday, March 25. 12 deaths have been reported in the state.

MILWAUKEE -- The total positive cases of coronavirus in Wisconsin rose to more than 700 on Thursday, March 26 -- compared to 628 Wednesday, March 25. 12 deaths have been reported in the state.

'This is about saving lives:' Milwaukee officials urge awareness as virus cases rise

'This is about saving lives:' Milwaukee officials urge awareness as virus cases rise

MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus continues to spread from person to person in Milwaukee at a high rate, the city's health department and other leaders have come up with meaningful messages.A series of PSAs launched by the Milwaukee Health Department is designed to increase awareness and share ways to stay healthy.City health leaders on Thursday night, March 26 said the largest concentrations of cases were in the central city and north side neighborhoods with a high density of African-American residents.

MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus continues to spread from person to person in Milwaukee at a high rate, the city's health department and other leaders have come up with meaningful messages.A series of PSAs launched by the Milwaukee Health Department is designed to increase awareness and share ways to stay healthy.City health leaders on Thursday night, March 26 said the largest concentrations of cases were in the central city and north side neighborhoods with a high density of African-American residents.

Germantown native's Olympic dream dashed after Tokyo games postponed

Germantown native's Olympic dream dashed after Tokyo games postponed

SAN FRANCISCO -- Germantown native and UW-Madison biochemistry grad Michael Knippen flew off to California to pursue his dreams.

SAN FRANCISCO -- Germantown native and UW-Madison biochemistry grad Michael Knippen flew off to California to pursue his dreams.

Walgreens introduces drive-thru shopping in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

Walgreens introduces drive-thru shopping in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

CLEVELAND (WJW) — Walgreens is introducing drive-thru shopping so you won’t have to leave your car during the coronavirus pandemic.Here’s how it works, according to the company: You pull up and ask for a menu of available items which includes household goods, pain relief and cough and cold products, baby formula, medical supplies and grocery items.Then, you give your order, so there’s no need to pre-order or leave your car to go into the store.Walgreens says it will then put together your order and get you on your way.

CLEVELAND (WJW) — Walgreens is introducing drive-thru shopping so you won’t have to leave your car during the coronavirus pandemic.Here’s how it works, according to the company: You pull up and ask for a menu of available items which includes household goods, pain relief and cough and cold products, baby formula, medical supplies and grocery items.Then, you give your order, so there’s no need to pre-order or leave your car to go into the store.Walgreens says it will then put together your order and get you on your way.

'NO ONE is immune:' Milwaukee aldermen plead with residents to abide by stay-at-home orders

'NO ONE is immune:' Milwaukee aldermen plead with residents to abide by stay-at-home orders

MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee aldermen on Thursday, March 26 issued statements -- pleading with residents to take the coronavirus seriously, and abide by the statewide "Safer at Home" order, and the citywide "Stay at Home" order, issued by Governor Tony Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, respectively.

MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee aldermen on Thursday, March 26 issued statements -- pleading with residents to take the coronavirus seriously, and abide by the statewide "Safer at Home" order, and the citywide "Stay at Home" order, issued by Governor Tony Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, respectively.

Wisconsin unemployment numbers rising, 135K+ claims filed in less than 2 weeks

Wisconsin unemployment numbers rising, 135K+ claims filed in less than 2 weeks

MILWAUKEE -- It's been a rough week for Wisconsin's workforce.With many businesses and people unable to work due to the state's "Safer at Home" orders as a result of the coronavirus.

MILWAUKEE -- It's been a rough week for Wisconsin's workforce.With many businesses and people unable to work due to the state's "Safer at Home" orders as a result of the coronavirus.

MPS gives free lunches to help families after schools close

MPS gives free lunches to help families after schools close

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools is among many districts now closed until further notice, and that is making it difficult for some families to meet their children's basic needs.MPS leaders say they are doing everything to help their families get through this difficult time, right now, that starts with free lunches.

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools is among many districts now closed until further notice, and that is making it difficult for some families to meet their children's basic needs.MPS leaders say they are doing everything to help their families get through this difficult time, right now, that starts with free lunches.

Milwaukee County officials announce suspension of MCTS bus fares

Milwaukee County officials announce suspension of MCTS bus fares

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County officials on Thursday, March 26 announced they're suspending fare collection on Milwaukee County Transit System buses -- and ordering riders to enter through the rear door only, unless they need assistance with a mobility device or other ADA accommodation.MCTS officials noted suspending fare collection limits the interaction between riders and bus drivers.The announcement came during a 4 p.m. briefing by Milwaukee County officials on the coronavirus pandemic.“While Congress works to create a new Federal Transit Administration grant program to help transit systems sustain operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, MCTS is doing its part to help ensure continuation of mass transit in Milwaukee County in this time of need,” said MCTS Managing Director Dan Boehm in a news release.MCTS will suspend fare collection starting 4 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.A group of seven Milwaukee County supervisors submitted a proposal to Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Monday, March 23 to make this happen.On March 20, MCTS officials announced a reduction in bus service due to COVID-19 starting March 23.Until further notice, buses that operate Mondays through Fridays will begin using a schedule that is similar to the one used by MCTS on Saturdays.

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County officials on Thursday, March 26 announced they're suspending fare collection on Milwaukee County Transit System buses -- and ordering riders to enter through the rear door only, unless they need assistance with a mobility device or other ADA accommodation.MCTS officials noted suspending fare collection limits the interaction between riders and bus drivers.The announcement came during a 4 p.m. briefing by Milwaukee County officials on the coronavirus pandemic.“While Congress works to create a new Federal Transit Administration grant program to help transit systems sustain operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, MCTS is doing its part to help ensure continuation of mass transit in Milwaukee County in this time of need,” said MCTS Managing Director Dan Boehm in a news release.MCTS will suspend fare collection starting 4 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.A group of seven Milwaukee County supervisors submitted a proposal to Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Monday, March 23 to make this happen.On March 20, MCTS officials announced a reduction in bus service due to COVID-19 starting March 23.Until further notice, buses that operate Mondays through Fridays will begin using a schedule that is similar to the one used by MCTS on Saturdays.