Member of Vice President Pence's staff tests positive for coronavirus, VP to be tested
WASHINGTON — The White House says a member of Vice President Mike Pence’s staff has tested positive for coronavirus.In a news conference Saturday, Vice President Pence said he and the second lady Karen will be tested given their roles.Pence’s spokeswoman Katie Miller said Friday that the staff member, who is not being identified, did not have “close contact” to either the vice president or President Donald Trump.Miller said contact tracing, or contacting everyone the individual has been in contact with, is being conducted in accordance with guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Miller says Pence’s office was notified Friday evening of the positive test result.
WASHINGTON — The White House says a member of Vice President Mike Pence’s staff has tested positive for coronavirus.In a news conference Saturday, Vice President Pence said he and the second lady Karen will be tested given their roles.Pence’s spokeswoman Katie Miller said Friday that the staff member, who is not being identified, did not have “close contact” to either the vice president or President Donald Trump.Miller said contact tracing, or contacting everyone the individual has been in contact with, is being conducted in accordance with guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Miller says Pence’s office was notified Friday evening of the positive test result.
Economic rescue balloons past $1 trillion as talks resume
WASHINGTON — Negotiators from Congress and the White House were resuming top-level talks Saturday on a ballooning $1 trillion-plus economic rescue package, racing to strike a deal after President Donald Trump unleashed fury on those questioning his handling of the coronavirus outbreak.It was an extraordinary moment in Washington: Congress undertaking the most ambitious federal effort yet to shore up households and the U.S. economy and an angry president lashing out at all comers.
WASHINGTON — Negotiators from Congress and the White House were resuming top-level talks Saturday on a ballooning $1 trillion-plus economic rescue package, racing to strike a deal after President Donald Trump unleashed fury on those questioning his handling of the coronavirus outbreak.It was an extraordinary moment in Washington: Congress undertaking the most ambitious federal effort yet to shore up households and the U.S. economy and an angry president lashing out at all comers.
Nursing home outbreaks lay bare chronic industry problems
NEW YORK — Burgeoning coronavirus outbreaks at nursing homes in Washington, Illinois, New Jersey and elsewhere are laying bare the industry’s long-running problems, including a struggle to control infections and a staffing crisis that relies on poorly paid aides who can't afford to stay home sick.That came into clear focus at the deadliest single spot in the nation’s coronavirus crisis, the Life Care Center in the Seattle suburb of Kirkland, where federal investigators believe a contributing factor in 35 deaths so far was low-pay workers who came to work with the illness and potentially even spread it to other nearby facilities where they took shifts.Beyond that outbreak, at least 15 more have died and dozens have been infected at long-term care facilities across the nation, with major outbreaks of 46 infected in the Chicago suburb of Willowbrook, four deaths in at least two facilities in New Jersey, 13 infected in Little Rock, Arkansas, and 11 infected in Troy, Ohio, with 30 more showing symptoms.“Nursing homes would always have been ground zero, but given we already have huge staffing shortages, this will be magnified,” said David Grabowski, a Harvard Medical School professor who has studied staffing problems at homes. “It could be worse for today’s nursing homes than ever.”Most troubling, he said, is that 75 percent of the nation’s nursing homes don't meet federal suggested minimum levels for staffing and many workers are inexperienced.
NEW YORK — Burgeoning coronavirus outbreaks at nursing homes in Washington, Illinois, New Jersey and elsewhere are laying bare the industry’s long-running problems, including a struggle to control infections and a staffing crisis that relies on poorly paid aides who can't afford to stay home sick.That came into clear focus at the deadliest single spot in the nation’s coronavirus crisis, the Life Care Center in the Seattle suburb of Kirkland, where federal investigators believe a contributing factor in 35 deaths so far was low-pay workers who came to work with the illness and potentially even spread it to other nearby facilities where they took shifts.Beyond that outbreak, at least 15 more have died and dozens have been infected at long-term care facilities across the nation, with major outbreaks of 46 infected in the Chicago suburb of Willowbrook, four deaths in at least two facilities in New Jersey, 13 infected in Little Rock, Arkansas, and 11 infected in Troy, Ohio, with 30 more showing symptoms.“Nursing homes would always have been ground zero, but given we already have huge staffing shortages, this will be magnified,” said David Grabowski, a Harvard Medical School professor who has studied staffing problems at homes. “It could be worse for today’s nursing homes than ever.”Most troubling, he said, is that 75 percent of the nation’s nursing homes don't meet federal suggested minimum levels for staffing and many workers are inexperienced.
USA Track joins swimming in pushing for Olympic postponement
DENVER — U.S. Olympic leaders face a growing rebellion after the USA Track and Field chief added to the call for a postponement of the Tokyo Games because of the mushrooming coronavirus crisis.CEO Max Siegel sent a two-page note to his counterpart at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Sarah Hirshland, asking the federation to advocate for a delay.
DENVER — U.S. Olympic leaders face a growing rebellion after the USA Track and Field chief added to the call for a postponement of the Tokyo Games because of the mushrooming coronavirus crisis.CEO Max Siegel sent a two-page note to his counterpart at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Sarah Hirshland, asking the federation to advocate for a delay.
Submit a restaurant, bar in SE Wisconsin that is offering carryout, delivery
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News is putting together a list of restaurants and bars in southeast Wisconsin that are creating carryout orders.
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News is putting together a list of restaurants and bars in southeast Wisconsin that are creating carryout orders.
Google launches highly-anticipated COVID-19 website
DALLAS (NEXSTAR) — The Google website President Donald Trump said would be a screening site for the coronavirus has launched — and it’s not exactly what the president touted.The website google.com/covid19 features various resources including, “state-based information, safety and prevention tips, search trends related to COVID-19, and further resources for individuals, educators and businesses.” In an announcement posted Saturday, Google said the information comes from trusted sources like the CDC and WHO.The new website features a global map highlighting confirmed cases and videos in ASL.Earlier this week, the company Verily, which works with Google, launched a site for the Bay Area.
DALLAS (NEXSTAR) — The Google website President Donald Trump said would be a screening site for the coronavirus has launched — and it’s not exactly what the president touted.The website google.com/covid19 features various resources including, “state-based information, safety and prevention tips, search trends related to COVID-19, and further resources for individuals, educators and businesses.” In an announcement posted Saturday, Google said the information comes from trusted sources like the CDC and WHO.The new website features a global map highlighting confirmed cases and videos in ASL.Earlier this week, the company Verily, which works with Google, launched a site for the Bay Area.
Scam Alert: Government relief checks trigger latest coronavirus scam
MILWAUKEE -- Scammers have wasted no time taking advantage of the proposed federal stimulus package President Trump announced this week.
MILWAUKEE -- Scammers have wasted no time taking advantage of the proposed federal stimulus package President Trump announced this week.
Ohio man trying to protect his parents by self-quarantining in tent
MAHONING CO., Ohio (WKBN) – This global pandemic has forced everyone to take precautions.
MAHONING CO., Ohio (WKBN) – This global pandemic has forced everyone to take precautions.
Tijuana: ‘Miracle drugs’ fly off shelves in hopes of fighting off coronavirus
TIJUANA — Pharmacies in Tijuana have been overwhelmed with people seeking two medications that are being called “miracle drugs.”The meds are Chloroquine and Nivaquine, anti-bacterial drugs used to combat malaria and other infections.
TIJUANA — Pharmacies in Tijuana have been overwhelmed with people seeking two medications that are being called “miracle drugs.”The meds are Chloroquine and Nivaquine, anti-bacterial drugs used to combat malaria and other infections.
Despite lockdowns cases keep rising, straining hospitals
BERLIN — Streets, squares and highways were deserted in large parts of the world Saturday, March 21 as curfews and lockdowns multiplied in the face of a rapidly advancing virus that is severely straining many health systems.Three American states with a combined population of 70 million are moving to restrict residents to their homes to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.
BERLIN — Streets, squares and highways were deserted in large parts of the world Saturday, March 21 as curfews and lockdowns multiplied in the face of a rapidly advancing virus that is severely straining many health systems.Three American states with a combined population of 70 million are moving to restrict residents to their homes to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.
Enjoyable at a distance, holiday lights brighten dark times
CONCORD, N.H. — At a time of great uncertainty, even the seasons seem scrambled.
CONCORD, N.H. — At a time of great uncertainty, even the seasons seem scrambled.
WI National Guard dropping off supplies to Grafton long-term care facility
GRAFTON – On Friday, March 20, a National Guard medical unit was dispatched to Grafton to assist with the healthcare needs of Village Pointe Commons residents and staff, the Village of Grafton announced on Facebook.
GRAFTON – On Friday, March 20, a National Guard medical unit was dispatched to Grafton to assist with the healthcare needs of Village Pointe Commons residents and staff, the Village of Grafton announced on Facebook.
The drive-in, relic of yesterday, finds itself suited to now
NEW YORK — The drive-in theater, long a dwindling nostalgia act in a multiplex world, is experiencing a momentary return to prominence.With nearly all of the nation’s movie theaters shuttered due to the coronavirus pandemic, some drive-in owners think they’re in a unique position to give moviegoers a chance to do something out of the house while keeping distance from others.
NEW YORK — The drive-in theater, long a dwindling nostalgia act in a multiplex world, is experiencing a momentary return to prominence.With nearly all of the nation’s movie theaters shuttered due to the coronavirus pandemic, some drive-in owners think they’re in a unique position to give moviegoers a chance to do something out of the house while keeping distance from others.
Confined by virus, Frenchman runs marathon on his balcony
PARIS — In the age of confinement, Elisha Nochomovitz figured out a way to run a marathon anyway – back and forth on his balcony.That’s right.
PARIS — In the age of confinement, Elisha Nochomovitz figured out a way to run a marathon anyway – back and forth on his balcony.That’s right.
National Guard dispatched to long-term care facility where Ozaukee Co. man died from COVID-19
GRAFTON -- An Ozaukee County man in his 90s died as a result of the coronavirus Thursday, March 19.
GRAFTON -- An Ozaukee County man in his 90s died as a result of the coronavirus Thursday, March 19.
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'You are safer at home:' Milwaukee County officials stress need for 'social distancing'
MILWAUKEE -- With three deaths in Wisconsin and a growing number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Milwaukee County, officials stressed the importance of maintaining social distancing, the importance of isolation, and avoiding all non-essential contact with others.As of Friday afternoon, March 20, there are 95 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Milwaukee County.
MILWAUKEE -- With three deaths in Wisconsin and a growing number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Milwaukee County, officials stressed the importance of maintaining social distancing, the importance of isolation, and avoiding all non-essential contact with others.As of Friday afternoon, March 20, there are 95 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Milwaukee County.
66-year-old Milwaukee man dies from COVID-19, 1st death in Milwaukee County
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's office on Friday, March 20 said they are investigating the death of a 66-year-old man from complications of COVID-19.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's office on Friday, March 20 said they are investigating the death of a 66-year-old man from complications of COVID-19.
Pleasant Prairie offering drive-thru absentee voting for April primary
PLEASANT PRAIRIE -- The Village of Pleasant Prairie is asking residents to vote using an absentee ballot for the spring election and presidential preference primary scheduled for April 7.The village will host in-person, drive-thru absentee voting, starting Monday, March 23 through Friday, April 3.
PLEASANT PRAIRIE -- The Village of Pleasant Prairie is asking residents to vote using an absentee ballot for the spring election and presidential preference primary scheduled for April 7.The village will host in-person, drive-thru absentee voting, starting Monday, March 23 through Friday, April 3.
How to protect yourself, others during COVID-19 pandemic
SOUTH MILWAUKEE -- What happens when you fall ill and fear you may have COVID-19?
SOUTH MILWAUKEE -- What happens when you fall ill and fear you may have COVID-19?