University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee cancels commencement, closes most student housing
MILWAUKEE -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced on Friday, March 20 canceled its May commencement in line with Wisconsin Gov.
MILWAUKEE -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced on Friday, March 20 canceled its May commencement in line with Wisconsin Gov.
MCTS bus operator tests positive for the coronavirus, health department alerted
MILWAUKEE -- An employee of the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) was tested for the coronavirus and it came back positive on Friday, March 20.Officials say the employee was a bus operator.
MILWAUKEE -- An employee of the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) was tested for the coronavirus and it came back positive on Friday, March 20.Officials say the employee was a bus operator.
Europeans sing health workers’ praises nightly from windows
PARIS (AP) — At a time of isolation, people in many European cities hit hard by the new coronavirus are taking at least a minute each night to come together in gratitude.They stand at open windows or on balconies in Rome, Madrid, Paris, Athens and Amsterdam, singing, cheering and applauding even though they know their intended audience is too busy to listen.The adulation is for the doctors, nurses and other health care workers putting themselves at risk on the front lines of the pandemic that is forcing most residents to stay home.
PARIS (AP) — At a time of isolation, people in many European cities hit hard by the new coronavirus are taking at least a minute each night to come together in gratitude.They stand at open windows or on balconies in Rome, Madrid, Paris, Athens and Amsterdam, singing, cheering and applauding even though they know their intended audience is too busy to listen.The adulation is for the doctors, nurses and other health care workers putting themselves at risk on the front lines of the pandemic that is forcing most residents to stay home.
Senate working on bill to help Americans financially throughout pandemic
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) ─ The U.S. Senate must move quickly to financially support Americans crippled by the coronavirus pandemic, according to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.“Senate Republicans want to put cash in Americans hands,” McConnell, R-Kentucky, said.McConnell recently unveiled the Senate Republicans’ plan to do just that – legislation that would target Americans making less than $75,000 per year.The legislation would provide up to $1,200 for individual adults and up to $2,400 for married couples, with an additional $500 per child.“This infusion of money would provide a little more certainty in this very uncertain moment,” McConnell explained.But Senate Democrats want to go bigger and bolder with how much money Americans will receive.“I’m for an even more massive program, $2,000 payments right away, $1,500 this summer and then another $1,000 if necessary, according to economic triggers coming in the fall,” Sen.
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) ─ The U.S. Senate must move quickly to financially support Americans crippled by the coronavirus pandemic, according to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.“Senate Republicans want to put cash in Americans hands,” McConnell, R-Kentucky, said.McConnell recently unveiled the Senate Republicans’ plan to do just that – legislation that would target Americans making less than $75,000 per year.The legislation would provide up to $1,200 for individual adults and up to $2,400 for married couples, with an additional $500 per child.“This infusion of money would provide a little more certainty in this very uncertain moment,” McConnell explained.But Senate Democrats want to go bigger and bolder with how much money Americans will receive.“I’m for an even more massive program, $2,000 payments right away, $1,500 this summer and then another $1,000 if necessary, according to economic triggers coming in the fall,” Sen.
Illinois joins New York, California in ordering lockdowns to contain coronavirus
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Illinois and New York state joined California on Friday in ordering all residents to stay in their homes unless they have vital reasons to go out, restricting the movement of more than 70 million Americans in the most sweeping measures taken yet in the U.S. to contain the coronavirus.The governors of the three states acted in a bid to fend off the kind of onslaught that has caused the health system in southern Europe to buckle.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Illinois and New York state joined California on Friday in ordering all residents to stay in their homes unless they have vital reasons to go out, restricting the movement of more than 70 million Americans in the most sweeping measures taken yet in the U.S. to contain the coronavirus.The governors of the three states acted in a bid to fend off the kind of onslaught that has caused the health system in southern Europe to buckle.
Poll: Americans more concerned with finances than health amid coronavirus pandemic
DALLAS -- An exclusive, Nexstar Media poll of 1,100 people across the country found that most respondents are more concerned about their finances than their personal health during the current coronavirus pandemic.When asked about their personal finances, 42% of respondents said they were “very concerned” and another 36% said they were “somewhat concerned.” The issue of finances slightly outweighed personal medical concerns. 26% of respondents were “very concerned” about their personal health, while 41% are “somewhat concerned.”
DALLAS -- An exclusive, Nexstar Media poll of 1,100 people across the country found that most respondents are more concerned about their finances than their personal health during the current coronavirus pandemic.When asked about their personal finances, 42% of respondents said they were “very concerned” and another 36% said they were “somewhat concerned.” The issue of finances slightly outweighed personal medical concerns. 26% of respondents were “very concerned” about their personal health, while 41% are “somewhat concerned.”
MCTS reducing weekday bus service in response to coronavirus spread
MILWAUKEE — As part of its ongoing response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is reducing the amount of bus service offered on weekdays.As an increasing number of businesses have closed or allowed employees to work from home, MCTS is seeing a significant decrease in ridership.
MILWAUKEE — As part of its ongoing response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is reducing the amount of bus service offered on weekdays.As an increasing number of businesses have closed or allowed employees to work from home, MCTS is seeing a significant decrease in ridership.
Milwaukee County Zoo welcomes 3 new lionesses, amid closure
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Zoo has welcomed three new lionesses to the den -- a mother and her two daughters.A webcam has been set up on their website to watch Patty Sharptooth, 5, and her daughters Eloise and Amira, both 2.5 years old.The three came from Sedgwick County Zoo in Kansas at the end of February and are doing well, according to Milwaukee's big cat zookeepers."It takes a village to make sure we can settle them into their new home to the best of our ability, through the closure ," Jennifer Dilibeti-Shea said. "We hope it brings smiles to our visitors -- virtually."
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Zoo has welcomed three new lionesses to the den -- a mother and her two daughters.A webcam has been set up on their website to watch Patty Sharptooth, 5, and her daughters Eloise and Amira, both 2.5 years old.The three came from Sedgwick County Zoo in Kansas at the end of February and are doing well, according to Milwaukee's big cat zookeepers."It takes a village to make sure we can settle them into their new home to the best of our ability, through the closure ," Jennifer Dilibeti-Shea said. "We hope it brings smiles to our visitors -- virtually."
Officials: 216 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state; 3,455 negative tests
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services and local officials announced on Friday, March 20 there are now 216 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the state.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services and local officials announced on Friday, March 20 there are now 216 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the state.
Open Record Special Edition: COVID-19 breaks into prison
MILWAUKEE — Typically, Open Record is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of FOX6 Investigative reports.
MILWAUKEE — Typically, Open Record is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of FOX6 Investigative reports.
'One Shining Moment' in UW men's basketball season that was cut short
MADISON -- The University of Wisconsin men's basketball team was destined to do well in the NCAA tournament this year after being crowned Big Ten champions, but as March Madness was canceled indefinitely due to coronavirus concerns, the Badgers were left to think of the what-ifs.On Twitter Friday, the team posted their version of "One Shining Moment" -- a video montage that the NCAA puts together for the team that wins the National Championship.
MADISON -- The University of Wisconsin men's basketball team was destined to do well in the NCAA tournament this year after being crowned Big Ten champions, but as March Madness was canceled indefinitely due to coronavirus concerns, the Badgers were left to think of the what-ifs.On Twitter Friday, the team posted their version of "One Shining Moment" -- a video montage that the NCAA puts together for the team that wins the National Championship.
Woman gives birth in toilet paper aisle at Walmart
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Amid the empty shelves and store closures, a Springfield, Missouri, Walmart had its own commotion going Wednesday afternoon.A baby was born in the toilet paper aisle.“We were like, oh my gosh, is this actually going to happen,” said store manager Jessica Hinkle.Hinkle said the woman warned store associates that her last child came in just 30 minutes.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Amid the empty shelves and store closures, a Springfield, Missouri, Walmart had its own commotion going Wednesday afternoon.A baby was born in the toilet paper aisle.“We were like, oh my gosh, is this actually going to happen,” said store manager Jessica Hinkle.Hinkle said the woman warned store associates that her last child came in just 30 minutes.
From under the sea, to your living room, Georgia Aquarium brings the animals to you
ATLANTA -- As most zoos and aquariums across the country have shuttered their doors to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta has decided to bring the sights to you.Offering nine different webcams, you and your family can see how the animals are doing through all of this.
ATLANTA -- As most zoos and aquariums across the country have shuttered their doors to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta has decided to bring the sights to you.Offering nine different webcams, you and your family can see how the animals are doing through all of this.
Garth Brooks plans Facebook Live concert next week, he's taking requests
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Garth Brooks knows you’ve been stuck in your house and can’t attend a concert – so he’s doing one online next week.The country star revealed on his “Inside Studio G” show that he’s planning an all-acoustic performance featuring himself and wife Trisha Yearwood.The 30-minute set is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET Monday and Brooks says he’ll be accepting song requests.The idea came from a fan who sent Brooks a question via Twitter, Boston’s FOX 25 reported.“Let’s do that!
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Garth Brooks knows you’ve been stuck in your house and can’t attend a concert – so he’s doing one online next week.The country star revealed on his “Inside Studio G” show that he’s planning an all-acoustic performance featuring himself and wife Trisha Yearwood.The 30-minute set is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET Monday and Brooks says he’ll be accepting song requests.The idea came from a fan who sent Brooks a question via Twitter, Boston’s FOX 25 reported.“Let’s do that!
Coronavirus Coverage: California under lock down; COVID-19 patient sends strong message
(KARK/NEXSTAR) – There have been approximately over 4,500 new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. over the last 24 hours.
(KARK/NEXSTAR) – There have been approximately over 4,500 new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. over the last 24 hours.
You do the decorating: Jen's Sweet Treats sells cupcake kits for the family
CUDAHY -- Now this is thinking outside of the box!Jen's Sweet Treats in Cudahy is offering a cupcake kit that comes complete with undecorated cupcakes, frosting and lots of toppings.
CUDAHY -- Now this is thinking outside of the box!Jen's Sweet Treats in Cudahy is offering a cupcake kit that comes complete with undecorated cupcakes, frosting and lots of toppings.
Social distancing also applies to pets during coronavirus pandemic, veterinarian says
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KTLA) -- As the world is adapting to the new restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, a veterinarian says people should also be taking precautions when it comes to pets.While there is belief that COVID-19 mutated from an animal — likely a bat — the virus is species-specific, according to Los Angeles-based veterinarian Dr.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KTLA) -- As the world is adapting to the new restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, a veterinarian says people should also be taking precautions when it comes to pets.While there is belief that COVID-19 mutated from an animal — likely a bat — the virus is species-specific, according to Los Angeles-based veterinarian Dr.
FOX6 to present Catholic Mass on-air twice on Sundays beginning March 22
MILWAUKEE -- Many churches in southeast Wisconsin have stopped Sunday services -- and that includes all of the Milwaukee Archdiocese.Beginning this Sunday, March 22, FOX6 will air Catholic Mass twice on Sundays.
MILWAUKEE -- Many churches in southeast Wisconsin have stopped Sunday services -- and that includes all of the Milwaukee Archdiocese.Beginning this Sunday, March 22, FOX6 will air Catholic Mass twice on Sundays.
Soap manufacturer helping America wash their hands
CHICAGO (WGN) — Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, public health officials have consistently said a simple step can save lives — washing your hands.However, as the routine hygiene practice becomes more and more critical to public health, so do the supplies of soap.Some of the most important products used across the country are made in the Chicago area.Madeleine McNally is the executive vice president of Xttrium Laboratories.
CHICAGO (WGN) — Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, public health officials have consistently said a simple step can save lives — washing your hands.However, as the routine hygiene practice becomes more and more critical to public health, so do the supplies of soap.Some of the most important products used across the country are made in the Chicago area.Madeleine McNally is the executive vice president of Xttrium Laboratories.
1st confirmed case of COVID-19 in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY -- Health officials on Friday, March 20 announced that there is one person with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Jefferson County.
JEFFERSON COUNTY -- Health officials on Friday, March 20 announced that there is one person with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Jefferson County.