Dow has best day since 1933 as Congress nears deal on aid

Dow has best day since 1933 as Congress nears deal on aid

NEW YORK — The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged to its best day since 1933 as Congress and the White House neared a deal on Tuesday to inject nearly $2 trillion of aid into an economy ravaged by the coronavirus.The Dow burst 11.4% higher, while the more closely followed S&P 500 index leaped 9.4% as a wave of buying around the world interrupted what has been a brutal month of nearly nonstop selling.

NEW YORK — The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged to its best day since 1933 as Congress and the White House neared a deal on Tuesday to inject nearly $2 trillion of aid into an economy ravaged by the coronavirus.The Dow burst 11.4% higher, while the more closely followed S&P 500 index leaped 9.4% as a wave of buying around the world interrupted what has been a brutal month of nearly nonstop selling.

'Our hearts go out:' Los Angeles County health officials report COVID-19 death of patient under 18

'Our hearts go out:' Los Angeles County health officials report COVID-19 death of patient under 18

LANCASTER, Calif. -- Officials with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health on Tuesday, March 24 confirmed three new deaths as a result of the coronavirus -- one a patient under the age of 18.The other two patients were between 50 and 70 years old.

LANCASTER, Calif. -- Officials with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health on Tuesday, March 24 confirmed three new deaths as a result of the coronavirus -- one a patient under the age of 18.The other two patients were between 50 and 70 years old.

Milwaukee County requests donations of personal protective equipment for first responders

Milwaukee County requests donations of personal protective equipment for first responders

MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- The Milwaukee County Unified Emergency Operations Center has issued a request for new, unused personal protective equipment (PPE) to assist first responders, health care providers and health care facilities responding to COVID-19.The county is in need of N95 masks, dust or surgical masks, safety glasses, protective gowns or suits, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes or sprays and disposable medical gloves."These additional supplies will be critical in our efforts to safeguard our neighbors during this crisis," said Dr.

MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- The Milwaukee County Unified Emergency Operations Center has issued a request for new, unused personal protective equipment (PPE) to assist first responders, health care providers and health care facilities responding to COVID-19.The county is in need of N95 masks, dust or surgical masks, safety glasses, protective gowns or suits, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes or sprays and disposable medical gloves."These additional supplies will be critical in our efforts to safeguard our neighbors during this crisis," said Dr.

List: Consider giving the gift of life at a local blood center

List: Consider giving the gift of life at a local blood center

MILWAUKEE -- With the coronavirus pandemic in full swing, it is more important than ever to consider a donation of blood.

MILWAUKEE -- With the coronavirus pandemic in full swing, it is more important than ever to consider a donation of blood.

Malaysia's medical glove factories operating at half capacity amid virus

Malaysia's medical glove factories operating at half capacity amid virus

MALAYSIA -- Malaysia's medical glove factories, which make most of the world's critical hand protection, are operating at half capacity just when they're most needed, The Associated Press has learned.Health care workers snap gloves on as the first line of protection against catching COVID-19 from patients, and they're crucial to protecting patients as well.

MALAYSIA -- Malaysia's medical glove factories, which make most of the world's critical hand protection, are operating at half capacity just when they're most needed, The Associated Press has learned.Health care workers snap gloves on as the first line of protection against catching COVID-19 from patients, and they're crucial to protecting patients as well.

Wisconsin health leader on COVID-19: Without more restrictions, up to 1K could die in 2 weeks

Wisconsin health leader on COVID-19: Without more restrictions, up to 1K could die in 2 weeks

MADISON -- Wisconsin’s top health leader said Tuesday, March 24 that without more restrictions to limit human interaction, up to 1,000 people in the state could die in two weeks.Over that same time period, models estimate 22,000 would contract the virus, said Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary Andrea Palm.Palm released the projections on the same day that Gov.

MADISON -- Wisconsin’s top health leader said Tuesday, March 24 that without more restrictions to limit human interaction, up to 1,000 people in the state could die in two weeks.Over that same time period, models estimate 22,000 would contract the virus, said Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary Andrea Palm.Palm released the projections on the same day that Gov.

'HONK if you miss Happy Hour:' Oshkosh bar owner does what he can to bring smiles to passersby

'HONK if you miss Happy Hour:' Oshkosh bar owner does what he can to bring smiles to passersby

OSHKOSH -- The owner of an Oshkosh bar is doing what he can to bring a few smiles to those passing by his establishment -- Barley and Hops Pub and Beer Garden.Nate Stiefvater and Jessie Schmidt shared video of the measures they are going to -- to generate those smiles.The side of the business reads, "Upcoming events, The apocalypse, Following by Happy Hour."On top of that, Stiefvater was outside holding up a sign that read, "HONK if you miss Happy Hour." Check out the video below.

OSHKOSH -- The owner of an Oshkosh bar is doing what he can to bring a few smiles to those passing by his establishment -- Barley and Hops Pub and Beer Garden.Nate Stiefvater and Jessie Schmidt shared video of the measures they are going to -- to generate those smiles.The side of the business reads, "Upcoming events, The apocalypse, Following by Happy Hour."On top of that, Stiefvater was outside holding up a sign that read, "HONK if you miss Happy Hour." Check out the video below.

Italy tops 69K coronavirus cases, more than 6.8K deaths

Italy tops 69K coronavirus cases, more than 6.8K deaths

ROME — Three weeks into national lockdown, Italy’s daily bulletin about its COVID-19 outbreak added thousands more cases, pushing the nation’s overall total to more than 69,000.Civil Protection authorities say there were 743 more deaths of infected persons in a 24-hour period, adding to Italy’s overall death toll that is the world’s highest.

ROME — Three weeks into national lockdown, Italy’s daily bulletin about its COVID-19 outbreak added thousands more cases, pushing the nation’s overall total to more than 69,000.Civil Protection authorities say there were 743 more deaths of infected persons in a 24-hour period, adding to Italy’s overall death toll that is the world’s highest.

'Symbol of unity:' Milwaukee buildings shine in red, white, and blue amid COVID-19 pandemic

'Symbol of unity:' Milwaukee buildings shine in red, white, and blue amid COVID-19 pandemic

MILWAUKEE -- Amid the health and financial challenges that face communities near and far as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, officials with Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 encouraged officials with buildings and landmarks throughout the city to illuminate their facades with red, white, and blue lighting.According to a news release, beginning Tuesday evening, March 24, U.S. Bank Center, Northwestern Mutual, The Gas Light Building, 833 East Michigan, The Pfister Hotel, and the M-K-E letters at General Mitchell International Airport will be lit in red, white, and blue in tribute to the resiliency of the nation.

MILWAUKEE -- Amid the health and financial challenges that face communities near and far as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, officials with Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 encouraged officials with buildings and landmarks throughout the city to illuminate their facades with red, white, and blue lighting.According to a news release, beginning Tuesday evening, March 24, U.S. Bank Center, Northwestern Mutual, The Gas Light Building, 833 East Michigan, The Pfister Hotel, and the M-K-E letters at General Mitchell International Airport will be lit in red, white, and blue in tribute to the resiliency of the nation.

Racine County accepting protective equipment donations for first responders

Racine County accepting protective equipment donations for first responders

RACINE -- The Racine County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), in conjunction with local law enforcement and Fire/EMS agencies, is now accepting donations of facemasks, including hand-sewn masks, and other personal protective equipment as part of a countywide effort to compile needed equipment to combat the spread of COVID-19.Personal protective equipment including masks, gowns, goggles and gloves will be used to help ensure the safety of first responders and others working on the front lines to protect the community.

RACINE -- The Racine County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), in conjunction with local law enforcement and Fire/EMS agencies, is now accepting donations of facemasks, including hand-sewn masks, and other personal protective equipment as part of a countywide effort to compile needed equipment to combat the spread of COVID-19.Personal protective equipment including masks, gowns, goggles and gloves will be used to help ensure the safety of first responders and others working on the front lines to protect the community.

Largest single day total amid COVID-19: 21K filed for unemployment in Wisconsin Monday

Largest single day total amid COVID-19: 21K filed for unemployment in Wisconsin Monday

MADISON -- The number of people filing for unemployment in Wisconsin continues to skyrocket.The Department of Workforce Development reported that on Monday, March 23, more than 21,000 people filed claims -- the largest single day total since the coronavirus outbreak and subsequent orders to close schools and businesses to slow the pandemic's spread.Gov.

MADISON -- The number of people filing for unemployment in Wisconsin continues to skyrocket.The Department of Workforce Development reported that on Monday, March 23, more than 21,000 people filed claims -- the largest single day total since the coronavirus outbreak and subsequent orders to close schools and businesses to slow the pandemic's spread.Gov.

Milwaukee County supervisors propose free bus service during coronavirus pandemic

Milwaukee County supervisors propose free bus service during coronavirus pandemic

MILWAUKEE -- Several members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors are proposing free bus rides on all Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses, starting immediately, for at least three weeks.A group of seven supervisors proposed the measure to Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Monday, March 23.

MILWAUKEE -- Several members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors are proposing free bus rides on all Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses, starting immediately, for at least three weeks.A group of seven supervisors proposed the measure to Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Monday, March 23.

President Trump says he hopes US will be reopened by Easter amid virus

President Trump says he hopes US will be reopened by Easter amid virus

WASHINGTON — With lives and the economy hanging in the balance, President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is hoping the country will be reopened by Easter as he weighs how to refine nationwide social-distancing guidelines to put some workers back on the job amid the coronavirus outbreak.As many public health officials call for stricter, not looser restrictions on public interactions, Trump said he was already looking toward easing the advisories that have sidelined workers, shuttered schools and led to a widespread economic slowdown.“I would love to have the country opened up and just raring to go by Easter," he said during a Fox News virtual town hall.

WASHINGTON — With lives and the economy hanging in the balance, President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is hoping the country will be reopened by Easter as he weighs how to refine nationwide social-distancing guidelines to put some workers back on the job amid the coronavirus outbreak.As many public health officials call for stricter, not looser restrictions on public interactions, Trump said he was already looking toward easing the advisories that have sidelined workers, shuttered schools and led to a widespread economic slowdown.“I would love to have the country opened up and just raring to go by Easter," he said during a Fox News virtual town hall.