'Taking all precautions:' Day care services continue during coronavirus pandemic
WAUKESHA -- La Casa de Esperanza's charter school is closed, but its day care services are still available.They're giving a discount to families of first responders and those working in the medical field and say they're following all guidelines to keep children safe inside.
WAUKESHA -- La Casa de Esperanza's charter school is closed, but its day care services are still available.They're giving a discount to families of first responders and those working in the medical field and say they're following all guidelines to keep children safe inside.
By appointment only: Drive-thru COVID-19 testing site established at Froedtert South
PLEASANT PRAIRIE -- Froedtert South in Pleasant Prairie has established a drive-thru testing site for coronavirus.
PLEASANT PRAIRIE -- Froedtert South in Pleasant Prairie has established a drive-thru testing site for coronavirus.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee employee tested positive for COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- A University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee employee tested positive for the coronavirus, UWM officials announced Tuesday, March 17.A UWM Foundation employee who was tested March 9 for COVID-19 at a Milwaukee-area hospital was negative for the virus, officials announced back on March 12.UWM officials noted in a news release posted on the university's website on Tuesday, March 17, confirming the positive case, "like all large institutions in Milwaukee, we expect to have more cases confirmed in the coming days."The campus was not closed Tuesday, but the university's website noted plans to close the university by Wednesday, March 18 at noon, limiting access to many areas to reduce exposure to COVID-19, including the Klotsche Center.
MILWAUKEE -- A University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee employee tested positive for the coronavirus, UWM officials announced Tuesday, March 17.A UWM Foundation employee who was tested March 9 for COVID-19 at a Milwaukee-area hospital was negative for the virus, officials announced back on March 12.UWM officials noted in a news release posted on the university's website on Tuesday, March 17, confirming the positive case, "like all large institutions in Milwaukee, we expect to have more cases confirmed in the coming days."The campus was not closed Tuesday, but the university's website noted plans to close the university by Wednesday, March 18 at noon, limiting access to many areas to reduce exposure to COVID-19, including the Klotsche Center.
Major retail stores closing, adjusting hours amid coronavirus outbreak
MILWAUKEE — Major retailers across the globe are temporarily closing their doors or adjusting their hours of operation to prevent further spread of COVID-19.Here is a list of stores that have issued operating changes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
MILWAUKEE — Major retailers across the globe are temporarily closing their doors or adjusting their hours of operation to prevent further spread of COVID-19.Here is a list of stores that have issued operating changes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Target stores will close by 9 p.m. daily amid coronavirus; 1st hour reserved for seniors
MILWAUKEE -- Target Chairman and CEO Brian Cornell announced Tuesday, March 17 plans to close all stores by 9 p.m. daily, and reserve the first hour of each shopping day for seniors.Cornell shared a message Tuesday on the company's website:
MILWAUKEE -- Target Chairman and CEO Brian Cornell announced Tuesday, March 17 plans to close all stores by 9 p.m. daily, and reserve the first hour of each shopping day for seniors.Cornell shared a message Tuesday on the company's website:
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NYC mayor urges residents to 'prepare for the possibility of a shelter-in-place order'
NEW YORK -- New York City residents should be prepared for the possibility of a shelter-in-place order within days, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday, March 17.De Blasio said no decision had been made yet, but he wants city and state officials to make a decision within 48 hours, given the fast spread of the coronavirus."New Yorkers should be prepared right now for the possibility of a shelter in place order,” de Blasio said at a news briefing.New York Gov.
NEW YORK -- New York City residents should be prepared for the possibility of a shelter-in-place order within days, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday, March 17.De Blasio said no decision had been made yet, but he wants city and state officials to make a decision within 48 hours, given the fast spread of the coronavirus."New Yorkers should be prepared right now for the possibility of a shelter in place order,” de Blasio said at a news briefing.New York Gov.
‘Cold weather kills coronavirus’ and 13 other COVID-19 myths
SPRINGFIELD, Mass (WWLP) – The COVID-19 outbreak is a global pandemic, and with that comes a lot of false information on the internet.There are many myths about COVID-19 that have been circulating through social media.
SPRINGFIELD, Mass (WWLP) – The COVID-19 outbreak is a global pandemic, and with that comes a lot of false information on the internet.There are many myths about COVID-19 that have been circulating through social media.
More Milwaukee County communities to limit sale of food, beverages to carryout, delivery
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- More Milwaukee County communities have announced they are limiting the sale of food and beverages to carryout and delivery only.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- More Milwaukee County communities have announced they are limiting the sale of food and beverages to carryout and delivery only.
UW-Madison will not resume in-person classes this semester: 'I share the disappointment of students'
MADISON -- The University of Wisconsin Madison students will not be returning to the classroom this semester.On Tuesday, March 17, university officials announced that ban on in-person teaching will extend through the rest of the academic year, including for final exams.They are also asking all students who went somewhere over Spring Break "to carefully consider whether they need to return to Madison" or if they will be able to complete their studies from home.The University plans to follow up with students with guidance about how they will complete their classwork for the rest of the year.Chancellor Rebecca Blank issued the following statement in a news release:
MADISON -- The University of Wisconsin Madison students will not be returning to the classroom this semester.On Tuesday, March 17, university officials announced that ban on in-person teaching will extend through the rest of the academic year, including for final exams.They are also asking all students who went somewhere over Spring Break "to carefully consider whether they need to return to Madison" or if they will be able to complete their studies from home.The University plans to follow up with students with guidance about how they will complete their classwork for the rest of the year.Chancellor Rebecca Blank issued the following statement in a news release:
Trump administration announces 90-day delay for many tax payments
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration says individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their 2019 tax bills for 90 days past the usual April 15 deadline.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration says individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their 2019 tax bills for 90 days past the usual April 15 deadline.
'Unprecedented situation:' DoorDash waives fees for restaurants, hires restaurant staff as Dashers
MILWAUKEE -- Food delivery company DoorDash is waiving fees for restaurants, hiring out-of-work waiters, and delivering food to the needy as the new coronavirus radically changes the restaurant industry.The San Francisco company will allow independent restaurants to sign up for its delivery service for free through the end of April.Tony Xu, CEO and co-founder of DoorDash issued the below information in a news release on Tuesday, March 17:Today, we find ourselves in an unprecedented situation, one that requires all of us to take measures above and beyond what we previously could have imagined.
MILWAUKEE -- Food delivery company DoorDash is waiving fees for restaurants, hiring out-of-work waiters, and delivering food to the needy as the new coronavirus radically changes the restaurant industry.The San Francisco company will allow independent restaurants to sign up for its delivery service for free through the end of April.Tony Xu, CEO and co-founder of DoorDash issued the below information in a news release on Tuesday, March 17:Today, we find ourselves in an unprecedented situation, one that requires all of us to take measures above and beyond what we previously could have imagined.
Taxpayers asked to use DOR's online services instead of in-person visits
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Revenue is now asking its customers to use its many online tax and other service tools at revenue.wi.gov rather than in-person visits to its customer service centers -- and it is because of the coronavirus pandemic.To help Wisconsin taxpayers fulfill their DOR business needs during this unique time, the agency has compiled a list of "quick links" to complete needed tax tasks without the need for an in-person visit.Tax refund status
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Revenue is now asking its customers to use its many online tax and other service tools at revenue.wi.gov rather than in-person visits to its customer service centers -- and it is because of the coronavirus pandemic.To help Wisconsin taxpayers fulfill their DOR business needs during this unique time, the agency has compiled a list of "quick links" to complete needed tax tasks without the need for an in-person visit.Tax refund status
Stocks jump as Pres. Trump promises to 'go big' on aid for economy
NEW YORK — Stocks jumped Tuesday, March 17 as President Donald Trump promised he's “going big” with plans to blunt the economic pain caused by the coronavirus outbreak.Markets around the world remain highly volatile as traders see a recession growing more likely if it hasn't begun already.
NEW YORK — Stocks jumped Tuesday, March 17 as President Donald Trump promised he's “going big” with plans to blunt the economic pain caused by the coronavirus outbreak.Markets around the world remain highly volatile as traders see a recession growing more likely if it hasn't begun already.
President Trump's economic aid could approach $1T, senators say
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is asking Congress to unleash a torrent of emergency economic aid — including direct checks to Americans — an effort unseen since the Great Recession to shore up households and the economy amid the coronavirus crisis.President Trump wants checks out to the public within two weeks as part of what officials said could approach a $1 trillion package.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is asking Congress to unleash a torrent of emergency economic aid — including direct checks to Americans — an effort unseen since the Great Recession to shore up households and the economy amid the coronavirus crisis.President Trump wants checks out to the public within two weeks as part of what officials said could approach a $1 trillion package.
Gov. Evers orders bars, restaurants to close; bans gatherings of more than 10 people
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White House seeks $850B economic stimulus for virus response
WASHINGTON -- The White House was asking Congress on Tuesday to approve a sweeping emergency stimulus package to help businesses and taxpayers cope with the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.
WASHINGTON -- The White House was asking Congress on Tuesday to approve a sweeping emergency stimulus package to help businesses and taxpayers cope with the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.
Deaths in Spain hit 491, infections up to 11,178
SPAIN -- The Latest on the world's coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 183,000 people and killed more than 7,100.
SPAIN -- The Latest on the world's coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 183,000 people and killed more than 7,100.
With social distancing and self-quarantines, a look at popular movies and series streaming right now
NEW YORK -- During this time of social distancing, many may be seeking out at-home entertainment, and there are plenty of options.Popular streaming titles include Mark Wahlberg's action-comedy "Spenser Confidential," which started the week number one on the Netflix top ten movies.Leading the TV top ten was coming-of-age high school drama, "On My Block." The second TV spot went to the much talked about the reality show "Love Is Blind."Amazon is one place to find "in case you missed it" award-season films, including "Parasite."Popular originals include award-winning comedy, "Fleabag," and anti-hero superhero series, "The Boys."On Hulu, there's "FX on Hulu" now, which includes hit series like "The Americans." There's also the book-to-stream "little fires everywhere" with Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington starting March 18.Other platforms include Disney Plus, where you can find what people are calling baby Yoda in "The Mandalorian."Audiences can catch up on popular programming from the eight seasons of "Game of Thrones" to the five seasons of "Breaking Bad," discover or rewatch classic series like "The Sopranos" and "Sex and the City," all of which offer hours of binge-watching.Or, even head over to on-demand for network shows to binge before new episodes air.
NEW YORK -- During this time of social distancing, many may be seeking out at-home entertainment, and there are plenty of options.Popular streaming titles include Mark Wahlberg's action-comedy "Spenser Confidential," which started the week number one on the Netflix top ten movies.Leading the TV top ten was coming-of-age high school drama, "On My Block." The second TV spot went to the much talked about the reality show "Love Is Blind."Amazon is one place to find "in case you missed it" award-season films, including "Parasite."Popular originals include award-winning comedy, "Fleabag," and anti-hero superhero series, "The Boys."On Hulu, there's "FX on Hulu" now, which includes hit series like "The Americans." There's also the book-to-stream "little fires everywhere" with Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington starting March 18.Other platforms include Disney Plus, where you can find what people are calling baby Yoda in "The Mandalorian."Audiences can catch up on popular programming from the eight seasons of "Game of Thrones" to the five seasons of "Breaking Bad," discover or rewatch classic series like "The Sopranos" and "Sex and the City," all of which offer hours of binge-watching.Or, even head over to on-demand for network shows to binge before new episodes air.