Child with COVID-19 received autograph from infected Jazz player, police say
WESTERLY, R.I. (WPRI) ─ Of the nine new presumptive positive cases of the coronavirus in Rhode Island, one of which included a child from Westerly who recently received an autograph from a Utah Jazz player with the virus, town officials confirmed Friday.Westerly Police Chief Shawn Lacey said two kids from Westerly tested positive: one is a 2nd grader at Springbrook Elementary School, the other, a toddler, lives in Westerly but attends preschool in Mystic, Connecticut.
WESTERLY, R.I. (WPRI) ─ Of the nine new presumptive positive cases of the coronavirus in Rhode Island, one of which included a child from Westerly who recently received an autograph from a Utah Jazz player with the virus, town officials confirmed Friday.Westerly Police Chief Shawn Lacey said two kids from Westerly tested positive: one is a 2nd grader at Springbrook Elementary School, the other, a toddler, lives in Westerly but attends preschool in Mystic, Connecticut.
Discovery World to close March 14, reopen April 1 due to COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- As a public health precaution due to COVID-19 coronavirus, Discovery World will close to the public starting Saturday, March 14 and intends to reopen Wednesday, April 1.
MILWAUKEE -- As a public health precaution due to COVID-19 coronavirus, Discovery World will close to the public starting Saturday, March 14 and intends to reopen Wednesday, April 1.
Oriental Theatre to close March 14 through April 9
MILWAUKEE -- Following confirmation from state health officials, the Oriental Theatre on Milwaukee's east side has decided to close for all public events starting Saturday, March 14.The closure will remain in effect through Thursday, April 9.
MILWAUKEE -- Following confirmation from state health officials, the Oriental Theatre on Milwaukee's east side has decided to close for all public events starting Saturday, March 14.The closure will remain in effect through Thursday, April 9.
Trump says top cruise ship companies stopping trips from US
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump tweeted on Friday that four major cruise ship companies have agreed to suspend trips from the U.S. for 30 days, effective at midnight.Trump said that Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and MSC Cruises all agreed to the suspensions.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump tweeted on Friday that four major cruise ship companies have agreed to suspend trips from the U.S. for 30 days, effective at midnight.Trump said that Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and MSC Cruises all agreed to the suspensions.
'We've heard a lot:' Health director debunks dangerous myths surrounding coronavirus pandemic
WEST BEND -- The U.S. State Department found roughly two million false coronavirus conspiracy tweets spread in just three weeks.Misinformation can be dangerous.
WEST BEND -- The U.S. State Department found roughly two million false coronavirus conspiracy tweets spread in just three weeks.Misinformation can be dangerous.
Military families together again after coronavirus concerns delay reunions
OSHKOSH -- The military is limiting access to its installations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
OSHKOSH -- The military is limiting access to its installations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Madison, Dane County ban all gatherings with more than 250 people
MADISON -- Madison and Dane County health officials issued a ban on all large gatherings starting this weekend as they continue to work to contain the coronavirus pandemic.The ban went into effect at 5 p.m., on Friday, March 13, and bars all gatherings of 250 or more people, Public Health Madison & Dane County announced in a statement shortly before the regulation went into effect.
MADISON -- Madison and Dane County health officials issued a ban on all large gatherings starting this weekend as they continue to work to contain the coronavirus pandemic.The ban went into effect at 5 p.m., on Friday, March 13, and bars all gatherings of 250 or more people, Public Health Madison & Dane County announced in a statement shortly before the regulation went into effect.
Schools scramble to feed students after coronavirus closures
ELK GROVE, Calif. — Kiyana Esco needs free school lunches and breakfasts to feed her six children.
ELK GROVE, Calif. — Kiyana Esco needs free school lunches and breakfasts to feed her six children.
Walmart to use portions of parking lots for drive-thru COVID-19 testing
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart will be using store parking lots to help expedite COVID-19 testing nationwide.CEO Doug McMillon addressed the nation from the White House Friday as part of President Donald Trump’s address declaring a national emergency.McMillon said portions of Walmart parking lots will be available in select locations to offer drive-thru testing for COVID-19.“When we got the call yesterday from the White House, we were eager to do our part to help serve the country.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart will be using store parking lots to help expedite COVID-19 testing nationwide.CEO Doug McMillon addressed the nation from the White House Friday as part of President Donald Trump’s address declaring a national emergency.McMillon said portions of Walmart parking lots will be available in select locations to offer drive-thru testing for COVID-19.“When we got the call yesterday from the White House, we were eager to do our part to help serve the country.
Donations needed: United Way creates COVID-19 Urgent Needs Fund to support nonprofit partners
MILWAUKEE -- United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County announced on Friday, March 13 the creation of a COVID-19 Urgent Needs Fund to support their local nonprofit partners.
MILWAUKEE -- United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County announced on Friday, March 13 the creation of a COVID-19 Urgent Needs Fund to support their local nonprofit partners.
Former Gov. Walker in self-quarantine, spoke with someone who tested positive for COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- Former Wisconsin Gov.
MILWAUKEE -- Former Wisconsin Gov.
SE Wisconsin school closures due to COVID-19 concerns
MILWAUKEE -- Due to concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, school districts across southeast Wisconsin have announced canceled classes, alternative learning and postponed events for students, faculty and district families.
MILWAUKEE -- Due to concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, school districts across southeast Wisconsin have announced canceled classes, alternative learning and postponed events for students, faculty and district families.
'These are unprecedented times:' Brewers thank fans for their patience during COVID-19 crisis
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers released on Friday, March 13 an update on the 2020 season.The statement reads as follows:
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers released on Friday, March 13 an update on the 2020 season.The statement reads as follows:
'Try not to stress:' Health officials warn against excessive stockpiling amid coronavirus spread
MENOMONEE FALLS -- In stores across the nation, items are disappearing off the shelves faster than employees can re-stock them.
MENOMONEE FALLS -- In stores across the nation, items are disappearing off the shelves faster than employees can re-stock them.
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, others to close temporarily to slow spread of COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum announced Friday, March 13 that it will temporarily close to the public starting tomorrow, March 14, to support the efforts of public health officials to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).Museum Executive Director Brian King issued the following statement in a news release:
MILWAUKEE -- The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum announced Friday, March 13 that it will temporarily close to the public starting tomorrow, March 14, to support the efforts of public health officials to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).Museum Executive Director Brian King issued the following statement in a news release:
Milwaukee Marathon set for April 11 has been canceled due to COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Marathon set for April 11 has been canceled.In a news release, marathon organizers issued the following statement:
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Marathon set for April 11 has been canceled.In a news release, marathon organizers issued the following statement:
University of Wisconsin-Madison employee tests positive for coronavirus
MADISON -- A University of Wisconsin-Madison employee has tested positive for the coronavirus, the University confirmed late Friday, March 13.
MADISON -- A University of Wisconsin-Madison employee has tested positive for the coronavirus, the University confirmed late Friday, March 13.
Oconomowoc Area School District announces closures, plans for online instruction
OCONOMOWOC -- The Oconomowoc Area School District has announced Friday, March 13 a closure plan to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in schools.Starting Monday, March 16, all school and district building sites will be closed through Friday, March 20.
OCONOMOWOC -- The Oconomowoc Area School District has announced Friday, March 13 a closure plan to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in schools.Starting Monday, March 16, all school and district building sites will be closed through Friday, March 20.
Archbishop Listecki talks about dispensation from Sunday Mass obligation: 'Be reasonable'
MILWAUKEE -- Archbishop Jerome Listecki is asking worshippers on Friday, March 13 to hold onto their faith in these times of uncertainty.This week, the decision was made for Catholics not to feel obligated to attend Sunday Mass until March 29.There are also new guidelines to avoid the potential spread of coronavirus during Mass.
MILWAUKEE -- Archbishop Jerome Listecki is asking worshippers on Friday, March 13 to hold onto their faith in these times of uncertainty.This week, the decision was made for Catholics not to feel obligated to attend Sunday Mass until March 29.There are also new guidelines to avoid the potential spread of coronavirus during Mass.
Disneyland to donate excess food to California food bank during closure
ANAHEIM, Calif. (KTLA) – As Disney prepares to close both of its Anaheim theme parks over coronavirus concerns, the Disneyland Resort announced Friday that it will donate its excess food inventory to a local food bank.The donation, to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, will include dairy, fruit, vegetables, packaged goods and banquet meals, according to a post on the Disney Parks blog.Disney emphasized that food safety guidelines will be “closely followed” as its excess stores are supplied to the organization.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (KTLA) – As Disney prepares to close both of its Anaheim theme parks over coronavirus concerns, the Disneyland Resort announced Friday that it will donate its excess food inventory to a local food bank.The donation, to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, will include dairy, fruit, vegetables, packaged goods and banquet meals, according to a post on the Disney Parks blog.Disney emphasized that food safety guidelines will be “closely followed” as its excess stores are supplied to the organization.