Millions holed up at home as virus profoundly shifts US life
MINNEAPOLIS — Millions of Americans began their work week holed up at home against the coronavirus Monday as the escalating outbreak upended the nation’s daily routines in ways never before seen in U.S. history.With wide swaths of the economy shuddering to a halt, stocks nosedived more than 11% on Wall Street at one point in the morning, in a sell-off so steep it triggered an automatic 15-minute halt to trading.The best-case scenario for many investors now is that the economic shock will be steep but short, with growth recovering later this year as stores and businesses open back up.
MINNEAPOLIS — Millions of Americans began their work week holed up at home against the coronavirus Monday as the escalating outbreak upended the nation’s daily routines in ways never before seen in U.S. history.With wide swaths of the economy shuddering to a halt, stocks nosedived more than 11% on Wall Street at one point in the morning, in a sell-off so steep it triggered an automatic 15-minute halt to trading.The best-case scenario for many investors now is that the economic shock will be steep but short, with growth recovering later this year as stores and businesses open back up.
Coronavirus vaccine test opens as US volunteer gets 1st shot
SEATTLE — U.S. researchers gave the first shot to the first person in a test of an experimental coronavirus vaccine Monday -- leading off a worldwide hunt for protection even as the pandemic surges.With a careful jab in a healthy volunteer’s arm, scientists at the Kaiser Permanente Washington Research Institute in Seattle begin an anxiously awaited first-stage study of a potential COVID-19 vaccine developed in record time after the new virus exploded from China and fanned across the globe.“We’re team coronavirus now,” Kaiser Permanente study leader Dr.
SEATTLE — U.S. researchers gave the first shot to the first person in a test of an experimental coronavirus vaccine Monday -- leading off a worldwide hunt for protection even as the pandemic surges.With a careful jab in a healthy volunteer’s arm, scientists at the Kaiser Permanente Washington Research Institute in Seattle begin an anxiously awaited first-stage study of a potential COVID-19 vaccine developed in record time after the new virus exploded from China and fanned across the globe.“We’re team coronavirus now,” Kaiser Permanente study leader Dr.
Children's Wisconsin suspends all non-time-sensitive surgeries, clinic appointments
MILWAUKEE -- Beginning Tuesday, March 17, in accordance with the guidance from the CDC, Children’s Wisconsin is suspending all non-time-sensitive surgeries and clinic appointments.
MILWAUKEE -- Beginning Tuesday, March 17, in accordance with the guidance from the CDC, Children’s Wisconsin is suspending all non-time-sensitive surgeries and clinic appointments.
West Allis resident tests positive for coronavirus, recently returned to US from international travel
WEST ALLIS -- A West Allis resident has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19), according to the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services.Officials say the affected individual had recently returned to the United States from international travel.Upon returning to the United States, the individual was experiencing symptoms consistent with potential COVID-19 exposure and immediately went to a Milwaukee area hospital for evaluation.Following testing, the individual returned directly home and has remained under self-quarantine.To prevent the spread of illness, the West Allis Health Department is conducting a contact investigation to identify and follow-up with any people who had close contact with this individual.
WEST ALLIS -- A West Allis resident has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19), according to the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services.Officials say the affected individual had recently returned to the United States from international travel.Upon returning to the United States, the individual was experiencing symptoms consistent with potential COVID-19 exposure and immediately went to a Milwaukee area hospital for evaluation.Following testing, the individual returned directly home and has remained under self-quarantine.To prevent the spread of illness, the West Allis Health Department is conducting a contact investigation to identify and follow-up with any people who had close contact with this individual.
Don’t call 911 if you run out of toilet paper, police say
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — People in Oregon are being asked not to call 911 if they’ve run out of toilet paper.Over the past week, hordes of shoppers flooded stores across the nation looking to stockpile the household staple.
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — People in Oregon are being asked not to call 911 if they’ve run out of toilet paper.Over the past week, hordes of shoppers flooded stores across the nation looking to stockpile the household staple.
DMV services: Don't stand in line when you can go online
MADISON -- The Wisconsin DMV reminds customers that the majority of people do not need to visit a DMV for vehicle services.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin DMV reminds customers that the majority of people do not need to visit a DMV for vehicle services.
April NFL draft on schedule, no public events in Las Vegas
NEW YORK — The NFL will proceed with its draft but without public events next month in Las Vegas.
NEW YORK — The NFL will proceed with its draft but without public events next month in Las Vegas.
Wisconsin-based resorts close due to coronavirus concerns
WISCONSIN DELLS — The Wisconsin-based Great Wolf Lodge has closed its 19 resorts in 13 states because of concerns over the coronavirus.The hospitality company says there have been no cases of COVID-19 at any of the resorts, it's simply following the guidance from federal and state officials over larger gatherings.The closings come during the busy spring break season.
WISCONSIN DELLS — The Wisconsin-based Great Wolf Lodge has closed its 19 resorts in 13 states because of concerns over the coronavirus.The hospitality company says there have been no cases of COVID-19 at any of the resorts, it's simply following the guidance from federal and state officials over larger gatherings.The closings come during the busy spring break season.
Alphabet’s Verily launches coronavirus testing website
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – Google’s sister company Verily has launched a website for some people in the Bay Area to determine their eligibility for a coronavirus testing program.Verily, a subsidiary of Alphabet and sister company to Google, said the screening is limited for now to residents in Santa Clara County and San Mateo County.The online tool allows people residing in the two counties to take online screener surveys to see if they should go to testing sites in either county for exams.Verily said it worked with the federal government to build the online tool to perform risk screening and testing of people at high risk of contracting the coronavirus.In a news conference on Sunday afternoon, Governor Gavin Newsom said the tool is meant for people with mild symptoms, as well as those at high risk, including seniors.
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – Google’s sister company Verily has launched a website for some people in the Bay Area to determine their eligibility for a coronavirus testing program.Verily, a subsidiary of Alphabet and sister company to Google, said the screening is limited for now to residents in Santa Clara County and San Mateo County.The online tool allows people residing in the two counties to take online screener surveys to see if they should go to testing sites in either county for exams.Verily said it worked with the federal government to build the online tool to perform risk screening and testing of people at high risk of contracting the coronavirus.In a news conference on Sunday afternoon, Governor Gavin Newsom said the tool is meant for people with mild symptoms, as well as those at high risk, including seniors.
Elton John postpones portion of tour due to coronavirus, including show at Fiserv Forum
MILWAUKEE -- Elton John announced Monday, March 16 that he will postpone a portion of his Farewell Brick Road tour from March 26 through May 2 -- which includes his stop at the Fiserv Forum on April 28.The May 22 through July 8 performances remain as scheduled.Ticketholders of the postponed performances will receive new event information shortly and all original tickets will be honored at the rescheduled performances."This tough decision has been made with the safety and well-being of his fans put to the fore, at a time when health services are under increased pressure and with the concern that these gatherings risk accelerating the spread of the Coronavirus ."The ELTON JOHN FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD TOUR dates being rescheduled are as follows:March 26 Indianapolis, IN Bankers Life FieldhouseMarch 28-29 Toronto, ON Scotiabank ArenaApril 2-3 Montreal, QC Bell CentreApril 6-7 New York City, NY Madison Square GardenApril 10-11 Brooklyn, NY Barclays CenterApril 15 Newark, NJ Prudential CenterApril 17-18 Long Island, NY NYCB Live’s Nassau ColiseumApril 20 Hershey, PA GIANT CenterApril 23 Grand Rapids, MI Van Andel ArenaApril 25 Columbus, OH Schottenstein CenterApril 26 Louisville, KY KFC Yum!
MILWAUKEE -- Elton John announced Monday, March 16 that he will postpone a portion of his Farewell Brick Road tour from March 26 through May 2 -- which includes his stop at the Fiserv Forum on April 28.The May 22 through July 8 performances remain as scheduled.Ticketholders of the postponed performances will receive new event information shortly and all original tickets will be honored at the rescheduled performances."This tough decision has been made with the safety and well-being of his fans put to the fore, at a time when health services are under increased pressure and with the concern that these gatherings risk accelerating the spread of the Coronavirus ."The ELTON JOHN FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD TOUR dates being rescheduled are as follows:March 26 Indianapolis, IN Bankers Life FieldhouseMarch 28-29 Toronto, ON Scotiabank ArenaApril 2-3 Montreal, QC Bell CentreApril 6-7 New York City, NY Madison Square GardenApril 10-11 Brooklyn, NY Barclays CenterApril 15 Newark, NJ Prudential CenterApril 17-18 Long Island, NY NYCB Live’s Nassau ColiseumApril 20 Hershey, PA GIANT CenterApril 23 Grand Rapids, MI Van Andel ArenaApril 25 Columbus, OH Schottenstein CenterApril 26 Louisville, KY KFC Yum!
Ohio jail releases hundreds of inmates due to coronavirus concerns
CLEVELAND (WJW) — Hundreds of inmates were released from the Cuyahoga County jail in Ohio Saturday morning due to coronavirus concerns.Cuyahoga County Court judges are concerned about COVID-19 spreading through the jail.Judges held a special Saturday morning session to settle cases with guilty pleas, release inmates, send them to prison or release them on house arrest.Administrative Judge Brendan Sheehan said earlier this week that inmates are already in poor health and it wouldn’t take much for the coronavirus to spread wildly behind bars.Sheehan also said almost any kind of inmate was considered.“You gotta remember, the goal of this is to protect the community and the safety of the inmates.
CLEVELAND (WJW) — Hundreds of inmates were released from the Cuyahoga County jail in Ohio Saturday morning due to coronavirus concerns.Cuyahoga County Court judges are concerned about COVID-19 spreading through the jail.Judges held a special Saturday morning session to settle cases with guilty pleas, release inmates, send them to prison or release them on house arrest.Administrative Judge Brendan Sheehan said earlier this week that inmates are already in poor health and it wouldn’t take much for the coronavirus to spread wildly behind bars.Sheehan also said almost any kind of inmate was considered.“You gotta remember, the goal of this is to protect the community and the safety of the inmates.
Fake coronavirus tests kits seized at LAX
LOS ANGELES -- Customs officials at LAX seized a stash of fake coronavirus test kits.CBP officers discovered the bags containing vials filled with a white liquid and labeled as Covid-19 test kits on Thursday, March 12.Officials say after the virus outbreak in China, opportunists tried selling fake kits before being shut down by the Chinese government.They're warning consumers to avoid home test kits altogether.
LOS ANGELES -- Customs officials at LAX seized a stash of fake coronavirus test kits.CBP officers discovered the bags containing vials filled with a white liquid and labeled as Covid-19 test kits on Thursday, March 12.Officials say after the virus outbreak in China, opportunists tried selling fake kits before being shut down by the Chinese government.They're warning consumers to avoid home test kits altogether.
Starbucks implementing 'to go' model amid coronavirus outbreak
SEATTLE -- Starbucks is taking precautionary measures to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
SEATTLE -- Starbucks is taking precautionary measures to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
Can the coronavirus live on your mail?
NEW YORK -- Reports the coronavirus can live on surfaces for up to three days have many people concerned about the mail and packages they order online.But experts say while the virus can survive on steel surfaces for up to three days, it can only live on cardboard for up to 24 hours.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says because the virus is spread primarily through respiratory droplets, it's unlikely your mail will get you infected.The CDC adds there have not been any cases of Covid-19 in the United States brought here by packages shipped from outside the country.Nonetheless, the CDC says if you're concerned, wipe down all mail and packages with disinfectant wipes before you open them.And keep the recommended six feet between yourself and the person delivering the packages or mail - just to be on the safe side.
NEW YORK -- Reports the coronavirus can live on surfaces for up to three days have many people concerned about the mail and packages they order online.But experts say while the virus can survive on steel surfaces for up to three days, it can only live on cardboard for up to 24 hours.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says because the virus is spread primarily through respiratory droplets, it's unlikely your mail will get you infected.The CDC adds there have not been any cases of Covid-19 in the United States brought here by packages shipped from outside the country.Nonetheless, the CDC says if you're concerned, wipe down all mail and packages with disinfectant wipes before you open them.And keep the recommended six feet between yourself and the person delivering the packages or mail - just to be on the safe side.
Here's how hackers are using your coronavirus fears to steal your info
NEW YORK -- New concerns for consumers searching for the latest news about the coronavirus -- especially if you're looking for information on where the coronavirus concentrates.Cybersecurity Firm Reason Labs says hackers are using maps and dashboards showing the Covid-19 spread to insert computer malware.That malware is accessing user info such as browser history, cookies, ID's or passwords to ultimately get at the bank account or social media information.Info in the maps or dashboards isn't necessarily false but the links in them could be lures to activate the malware.Searchers for coronavirus information should go only to trusted sites and not run any "execute" programs, or if it asks for Flash or Java.
NEW YORK -- New concerns for consumers searching for the latest news about the coronavirus -- especially if you're looking for information on where the coronavirus concentrates.Cybersecurity Firm Reason Labs says hackers are using maps and dashboards showing the Covid-19 spread to insert computer malware.That malware is accessing user info such as browser history, cookies, ID's or passwords to ultimately get at the bank account or social media information.Info in the maps or dashboards isn't necessarily false but the links in them could be lures to activate the malware.Searchers for coronavirus information should go only to trusted sites and not run any "execute" programs, or if it asks for Flash or Java.
'Tendency to trust things online when we shouldn't:' Contact 6 with online shopping advice
MILWAUKEE -- Shopping online can be like the wild wild west.
MILWAUKEE -- Shopping online can be like the wild wild west.
For 1st time in state history, law against price gouging is triggered by public health emergency
MADISON -- For the first time in Wisconsin history, a law against price gouging is in effect.
MADISON -- For the first time in Wisconsin history, a law against price gouging is in effect.
State health officials: 33 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Wisconsin; 313 negative
MADISON -- Five new cases of the coronavirus were confirmed Sunday, March 15 by officials with the Fond du Lac County Health Department, as state health officials updated the statewide total of positive cases to 33.
MADISON -- Five new cases of the coronavirus were confirmed Sunday, March 15 by officials with the Fond du Lac County Health Department, as state health officials updated the statewide total of positive cases to 33.
Wood County Health Department reports positive case of COVID-19
WISCONSIN RAPIDS -- Officials with the Wood County Health Department on Sunday, March 15 reported a positive case of COVID-19.Health officials said this person tested positive for the novel coronavirus after recently returning from a cruise, noting the patient was doing well -- isolated at home.
WISCONSIN RAPIDS -- Officials with the Wood County Health Department on Sunday, March 15 reported a positive case of COVID-19.Health officials said this person tested positive for the novel coronavirus after recently returning from a cruise, noting the patient was doing well -- isolated at home.