10 apps to help you deal with stress and anxiety during COVID-19 outbreak
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Apps for dealing with stress have grown more popular with the rise of the smartphone, many of which have exercises or guides to help you de-stress.
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Apps for dealing with stress have grown more popular with the rise of the smartphone, many of which have exercises or guides to help you de-stress.
Funeral homes adapting to coronavirus emergency with ‘virtual funerals’
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – Doing things online has become a normality, whether it be shopping, gaming or even watching movies.
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – Doing things online has become a normality, whether it be shopping, gaming or even watching movies.
Flame arrival faces rising tension Tokyo Olympics be delayed
TOKYO — The Olympic flame from Greece is set to arrive in Japan even as the opening of the Tokyo Games in four months is in doubt with more voices suggesting the event should be postponed or canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.The flame touches down Friday aboard a white aircraft painted with the inscription “Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay” along its side, and “Hope Lights Our Way” stenciled near the tail section.Everything about the arrival ceremony at the Matsushima airbase in northern Japan will be subdued.
TOKYO — The Olympic flame from Greece is set to arrive in Japan even as the opening of the Tokyo Games in four months is in doubt with more voices suggesting the event should be postponed or canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.The flame touches down Friday aboard a white aircraft painted with the inscription “Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay” along its side, and “Hope Lights Our Way” stenciled near the tail section.Everything about the arrival ceremony at the Matsushima airbase in northern Japan will be subdued.
Jobless claims jump by 70,000 as virus starts to take hold
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits surged last week by 70,000, indicating that the impact of the coronavirus was starting to be felt in rising layoffs in the job market.The Labor Department reported Thursday that applications for benefits, a good proxy for layoffs, rose by 70,000 to a seasonally adjusted 281,000 last week.Both the one-week rise and the total number of applications were far above the levels seen over the past year as the country’s unemployment rate fell to a half-century low of 3.5%.Economists are predicting a surge in layoffs as efforts to contain the spreading coronavirus result in people losing jobs in a variety of industries from restaurants and bars to airlines and hotels.There have been a number of states such as Ohio reporting huge jumps in unemployment applications already.
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits surged last week by 70,000, indicating that the impact of the coronavirus was starting to be felt in rising layoffs in the job market.The Labor Department reported Thursday that applications for benefits, a good proxy for layoffs, rose by 70,000 to a seasonally adjusted 281,000 last week.Both the one-week rise and the total number of applications were far above the levels seen over the past year as the country’s unemployment rate fell to a half-century low of 3.5%.Economists are predicting a surge in layoffs as efforts to contain the spreading coronavirus result in people losing jobs in a variety of industries from restaurants and bars to airlines and hotels.There have been a number of states such as Ohio reporting huge jumps in unemployment applications already.
Florida pizza shop offering free slices to kids while schools are closed
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – As soon as Sean Marsiglia heard Florida schools would be closed due to the coronavirus, the owner of Three Brothers New York Pizza came up with an idea.“We decided to give out two free cheese slices for any kid who comes through the door up until 3 o’clock,” said Marsiglia.Three Brothers Odessa and Palm Harbor locations plan to run the promotion Monday through Friday until 3 p.m. for the next two weeks.“I know a lot of the parents are having a hard time when it comes to financials, especially if they don’t have a job or if they are told to stay home.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – As soon as Sean Marsiglia heard Florida schools would be closed due to the coronavirus, the owner of Three Brothers New York Pizza came up with an idea.“We decided to give out two free cheese slices for any kid who comes through the door up until 3 o’clock,” said Marsiglia.Three Brothers Odessa and Palm Harbor locations plan to run the promotion Monday through Friday until 3 p.m. for the next two weeks.“I know a lot of the parents are having a hard time when it comes to financials, especially if they don’t have a job or if they are told to stay home.
Coronavirus epicenter of Wuhan, China reports no new 'homegrown' cases
WUHAN, China -- China's health ministry said the virus epicenter of Wuhan and its surrounding Hubei province had reported no new virus cases on Thursday.The ministry said that results over the past 24 hours showed 34 new cases, all detected in people arriving from abroad.Eight new deaths were reported, all in Wuhan.Wuhan at the peak reported thousands of new cases of coronavirus infection daily, overwhelming its healthcare system.Medical teams deployed to Wuhan from across China have started their homeward journeys and as of Wednesday, a total of 2,364 medical staff have left Wuhan, China's Central Television reported.China has now recorded a total of 80,928 confirmed virus cases with 3,245 deaths.
WUHAN, China -- China's health ministry said the virus epicenter of Wuhan and its surrounding Hubei province had reported no new virus cases on Thursday.The ministry said that results over the past 24 hours showed 34 new cases, all detected in people arriving from abroad.Eight new deaths were reported, all in Wuhan.Wuhan at the peak reported thousands of new cases of coronavirus infection daily, overwhelming its healthcare system.Medical teams deployed to Wuhan from across China have started their homeward journeys and as of Wednesday, a total of 2,364 medical staff have left Wuhan, China's Central Television reported.China has now recorded a total of 80,928 confirmed virus cases with 3,245 deaths.
Florida COVID-19 patient fully recovers from virus, shares journey
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The first patient to test positive for COVID-19 in Hillsborough County, Florida says she has fully recovered from the virus.Kaelyn Sheedy is a Tampa sports therapist who contracted the coronavirus while traveling through Europe in mid-February.“When I tested positive, I was just like ‘Wow, what are the chances?'” she told WFLA via Facetime Wednesday.When she was in Europe, she says people there were not talking about the virus but she traveled with a mask just in case.“Tried to do my best to protect myself while on planes and traveling,” she explained.It was on the flight back to America when she said she began to show symptoms: fatigue, fever, and coughing up green mucus.
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The first patient to test positive for COVID-19 in Hillsborough County, Florida says she has fully recovered from the virus.Kaelyn Sheedy is a Tampa sports therapist who contracted the coronavirus while traveling through Europe in mid-February.“When I tested positive, I was just like ‘Wow, what are the chances?'” she told WFLA via Facetime Wednesday.When she was in Europe, she says people there were not talking about the virus but she traveled with a mask just in case.“Tried to do my best to protect myself while on planes and traveling,” she explained.It was on the flight back to America when she said she began to show symptoms: fatigue, fever, and coughing up green mucus.
H-D suspends US production due to COVID-19; Menomonee Falls employee positive
MILWAUKEE -- Harley-Davidson officials on Wednesday, March 18 announced the suspension of production in the United States as a result of the coronavirus.
MILWAUKEE -- Harley-Davidson officials on Wednesday, March 18 announced the suspension of production in the United States as a result of the coronavirus.
Economists: WI lawmakers need to act fast for coronavirus financial relief
MADISON - While there is no stopping the economic damage COVID-19 will leave, economists say Wisconsin state lawmakers can act now to cushion the blow.“I think the governor and the Republican leadership in the Assembly and Senate need to sit down, put their political differences aside, and say, 'What can we do now to respond to this crisis?'" said Steven Deller, University of Wisconsin-Madison economics professor. "And my fear is that they’re going to let politics get in the way.”
MADISON - While there is no stopping the economic damage COVID-19 will leave, economists say Wisconsin state lawmakers can act now to cushion the blow.“I think the governor and the Republican leadership in the Assembly and Senate need to sit down, put their political differences aside, and say, 'What can we do now to respond to this crisis?'" said Steven Deller, University of Wisconsin-Madison economics professor. "And my fear is that they’re going to let politics get in the way.”
Milwaukee DJ launches fundraiser 'to help others in the industry' amid COVID-19 closures
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee D.J. is doing his part to help people in the service industry during the coronavirus pandemic.Declan O'Connell, also known as "D.J. Dex", launched a GoFundMe.com fundraiser for those in need of help, with a goal of raising $50,000.O'Connell performs at various bars, restaurants, and clubs across Milwaukee, and says many of his friends in the service industry are out of work and hurting due to COVID-19.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee D.J. is doing his part to help people in the service industry during the coronavirus pandemic.Declan O'Connell, also known as "D.J. Dex", launched a GoFundMe.com fundraiser for those in need of help, with a goal of raising $50,000.O'Connell performs at various bars, restaurants, and clubs across Milwaukee, and says many of his friends in the service industry are out of work and hurting due to COVID-19.
Home rental portal refund policies during COVID-19 pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- People across the country are canceling spring break vacations due to the coronavirus, but whether they're getting a full refund depends on who they booked their trip through.Tony Kaprelian's family trip to watch the New York Mets at spring training is off.
MILWAUKEE -- People across the country are canceling spring break vacations due to the coronavirus, but whether they're getting a full refund depends on who they booked their trip through.Tony Kaprelian's family trip to watch the New York Mets at spring training is off.
DHS limits COVID-19 testing to 'highest priority patients, health care workers' amid shortage
MILWAUKEE— Testing for the coronavirus is being limited to the highest priority patients and health care workers due to a national shortage of COVID-19 laboratory testing materials, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Tuesday, March 17.
MILWAUKEE— Testing for the coronavirus is being limited to the highest priority patients and health care workers due to a national shortage of COVID-19 laboratory testing materials, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Tuesday, March 17.
Top Wisconsin official: Spring election faces many problems
MADISON — Wisconsin could face a litany of problems if it holds its spring election amid the coronavirus crisis, including a possible disruption in mail service interfering with absentee voting, a lack of polling sites and the risk of exposing elderly poll workers and voters to the disease, the state's chief elections officer said Wednesday.The election is scheduled for April 7.
MADISON — Wisconsin could face a litany of problems if it holds its spring election amid the coronavirus crisis, including a possible disruption in mail service interfering with absentee voting, a lack of polling sites and the risk of exposing elderly poll workers and voters to the disease, the state's chief elections officer said Wednesday.The election is scheduled for April 7.
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'We were having a great season:' Former Badgers player self-quarantining after return from Italy
MADISON -- Former Wisconsin Badgers basketball player Ethan Happ is self-quarantining after returning to the U.S. from Italy where he'd been playing professional basketball for Vanoli Cremona in the Italian Lega Basket Serie A.Happ was there when the outbreak started and said he started taking precautions early.
MADISON -- Former Wisconsin Badgers basketball player Ethan Happ is self-quarantining after returning to the U.S. from Italy where he'd been playing professional basketball for Vanoli Cremona in the Italian Lega Basket Serie A.Happ was there when the outbreak started and said he started taking precautions early.
Walmart announces store changes to operating hours, special shopping hours, item limitations, and more
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart announces changes to hours of operation and special shopping hours as the COVID-19 pandemic changes the landscape of daily life across the country.Over the weekend Walmart stores adjusted its operating hours to help make it easier for associates to stock and perform enhanced cleaning and sanitizing.
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart announces changes to hours of operation and special shopping hours as the COVID-19 pandemic changes the landscape of daily life across the country.Over the weekend Walmart stores adjusted its operating hours to help make it easier for associates to stock and perform enhanced cleaning and sanitizing.
'Flooded with calls:' Unemployment applications surge as COVID-19 concerns shake US economy
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — In Ohio, more than 48,000 people applied for jobless benefits during the first two days of this week.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — In Ohio, more than 48,000 people applied for jobless benefits during the first two days of this week.
FDIC warns of scams saying banks are in trouble from coronavirus pandemic
NEW YORK — One of the nation's bank regulators is urging Americans not to withdraw large sums of cash and to beware of fraudsters claiming that banks are limiting customers' access to their money.The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued a statement Wednesday warning about an increase in scams trying to sow distrust in the U.S. financial system while the nation is dealing with the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.Many banks have shortened branch hours or are pushing customers to use online banking exclusively to avoid transmission of the virus.
NEW YORK — One of the nation's bank regulators is urging Americans not to withdraw large sums of cash and to beware of fraudsters claiming that banks are limiting customers' access to their money.The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued a statement Wednesday warning about an increase in scams trying to sow distrust in the U.S. financial system while the nation is dealing with the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.Many banks have shortened branch hours or are pushing customers to use online banking exclusively to avoid transmission of the virus.
Michigan AG sends cease and desist letter to Menards over price gouging complaints
EAU CLAIRE -- The Michigan attorney general on Wednesday, March 18 issued a cease and desist letter to Eau Claire-based Menards following the receipt of 18 complaints from consumers about face masks, bleach, and other products being sold at high prices.According to a news release, investigators from the AG’s office found that Menards "appears to be exploiting public fear about the coronavirus through a systematic effort of raising prices." Investigators discovered during the second week of March, prices for cleaning products like bleach had doubled, and the price of face masks was raised significantly as Menards tied the purchase to an in-store rebate.The release said the first complaint came from a customer at a store in South Haven, Michigan.“Big box stores are not immune to the Michigan Consumer Protection Act or the Governor’s Executive Order,” Attorney General Dana Nessel said in the release. “Large corporations must also play by the rules, and my office will work diligently to ensure this state’s consumers are treated fairly, and not abused by businesses seeking to unlawfully jack prices up to line their pockets with profits at the expense of the public during this time of great need.”The release noted 10 days for Menards officials to respond to the letter or the Michigan AG’s office will further investigate the matter and potentially take legal action.Menards and the state could also agree to an assurance of voluntary compliance.The release noted as of late Wednesday morning the Michigan AG's office had received 363 complaints -- with nearly 80% submitted since Friday afternoon, March 13.Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order Sunday, March 15 to specifically address price-gouging related to COVID-19, stating that no business or person can sell products grossly in excess of the purchase price at which they bought the product, and no products can be sold or offered at a price that’s more than 20% higher than what it was listed as of March 9 -- unless the seller can justify the higher price due to an increase in the cost of bringing the product to market.Meanwhile, legislation introduced in the Michigan Senate would create additional tools for investigators to rein in price-gouging.For the first time in Wisconsin history, a law against price gouging was triggered on March 12 — when Gov.
EAU CLAIRE -- The Michigan attorney general on Wednesday, March 18 issued a cease and desist letter to Eau Claire-based Menards following the receipt of 18 complaints from consumers about face masks, bleach, and other products being sold at high prices.According to a news release, investigators from the AG’s office found that Menards "appears to be exploiting public fear about the coronavirus through a systematic effort of raising prices." Investigators discovered during the second week of March, prices for cleaning products like bleach had doubled, and the price of face masks was raised significantly as Menards tied the purchase to an in-store rebate.The release said the first complaint came from a customer at a store in South Haven, Michigan.“Big box stores are not immune to the Michigan Consumer Protection Act or the Governor’s Executive Order,” Attorney General Dana Nessel said in the release. “Large corporations must also play by the rules, and my office will work diligently to ensure this state’s consumers are treated fairly, and not abused by businesses seeking to unlawfully jack prices up to line their pockets with profits at the expense of the public during this time of great need.”The release noted 10 days for Menards officials to respond to the letter or the Michigan AG’s office will further investigate the matter and potentially take legal action.Menards and the state could also agree to an assurance of voluntary compliance.The release noted as of late Wednesday morning the Michigan AG's office had received 363 complaints -- with nearly 80% submitted since Friday afternoon, March 13.Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order Sunday, March 15 to specifically address price-gouging related to COVID-19, stating that no business or person can sell products grossly in excess of the purchase price at which they bought the product, and no products can be sold or offered at a price that’s more than 20% higher than what it was listed as of March 9 -- unless the seller can justify the higher price due to an increase in the cost of bringing the product to market.Meanwhile, legislation introduced in the Michigan Senate would create additional tools for investigators to rein in price-gouging.For the first time in Wisconsin history, a law against price gouging was triggered on March 12 — when Gov.
Pres. Trump signs aid package guaranteeing sick leave for workers amid coronavirus pandemic
WASHINGTON — Describing himself as a “wartime president” fighting an invisible enemy, President Donald Trump on Wednesday, March 18 invoked rarely used emergency powers to marshal critical medical supplies against the coronavirus pandemic.
WASHINGTON — Describing himself as a “wartime president” fighting an invisible enemy, President Donald Trump on Wednesday, March 18 invoked rarely used emergency powers to marshal critical medical supplies against the coronavirus pandemic.