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.
CDC recommends gatherings of 50-plus be canceled, postponed for 8 weeks amid coronavirus
CHICAGO — Officials across the country curtailed many elements of American life to fight the coronavirus outbreak on Sunday, March 15, with health officials recommending that groups of 50 or more don't get together and a government expert saying a 14-day national shutdown may be needed.Governors were closing restaurants, bars, and schools as the nation sank deeper into chaos over the crisis.
CHICAGO — Officials across the country curtailed many elements of American life to fight the coronavirus outbreak on Sunday, March 15, with health officials recommending that groups of 50 or more don't get together and a government expert saying a 14-day national shutdown may be needed.Governors were closing restaurants, bars, and schools as the nation sank deeper into chaos over the crisis.
Spokesman: Potawatomi 'not currently planning to make changes to operations' due to coronavirus
MILWAUKEE -- A spokesman with Potawatomi Hotel & Casino said Sunday, March 15, "Potawatomi Hotel & Casino is not currently planning to make changes to operations" amid concerns over the coronavirus.In a statement to FOX6 News, the Potawatomi spokesman added, "We continue to monitor the situation, follow the lead of local authorities and make decisions based in the best interests of our guests and the 2,700 employees that call Potawatomi their place of work."Gov.
MILWAUKEE -- A spokesman with Potawatomi Hotel & Casino said Sunday, March 15, "Potawatomi Hotel & Casino is not currently planning to make changes to operations" amid concerns over the coronavirus.In a statement to FOX6 News, the Potawatomi spokesman added, "We continue to monitor the situation, follow the lead of local authorities and make decisions based in the best interests of our guests and the 2,700 employees that call Potawatomi their place of work."Gov.
Wauwatosa Health Department reports positive case of COVID-19
WAUWATOSA -- The Wauwatosa Health Department on Sunday, March 15 reported a positive case of COVID-19.Health officials said this individual recently returned from international travel.
WAUWATOSA -- The Wauwatosa Health Department on Sunday, March 15 reported a positive case of COVID-19.Health officials said this individual recently returned from international travel.
Gov. Cuomo closes NYC schools, sending 1.1 million-plus kids home amid coronavirus
NEW YORK — New York City will close the nation's largest public school system as early as Tuesday, sending over 1.1 million children home in hopes of curbing the spread of coronavirus.Gov.
NEW YORK — New York City will close the nation's largest public school system as early as Tuesday, sending over 1.1 million children home in hopes of curbing the spread of coronavirus.Gov.