American Cup gymnastics competition goes on at Fiserv Forum despite coronavirus concerns
MILWAUKEE -- The American Cup is the most prestigious international gymnastics competition in the U.S., and for the first time ever, it was held in Milwaukee on Saturday, March 7 at Fiserv Forum.
MILWAUKEE -- The American Cup is the most prestigious international gymnastics competition in the U.S., and for the first time ever, it was held in Milwaukee on Saturday, March 7 at Fiserv Forum.
Florida: 2 dead in the state who tested positive for coronavirus
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Two people who tested positive for the new coronavirus have died in Florida, marking the first deaths on the East Coast attributed to the outbreak in the U.S., health officials said Friday.Helen Aguirre Ferre, a spokeswoman for Florida Gov.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Two people who tested positive for the new coronavirus have died in Florida, marking the first deaths on the East Coast attributed to the outbreak in the U.S., health officials said Friday.Helen Aguirre Ferre, a spokeswoman for Florida Gov.
21 positive for coronavirus on cruise ship off California coast
SAN FRANCISCO — Twenty-one people aboard a mammoth cruise ship off the California coast tested positive for the new coronavirus and 19 of them are crew members, Vice President Mike Pence announced Friday, amid evidence the vessel was the breeding ground for a deadly cluster of more than 10 cases during its previous voyage.He said federal officials were working with California authorities on a plan to bring the ship to a non-commercial port.
SAN FRANCISCO — Twenty-one people aboard a mammoth cruise ship off the California coast tested positive for the new coronavirus and 19 of them are crew members, Vice President Mike Pence announced Friday, amid evidence the vessel was the breeding ground for a deadly cluster of more than 10 cases during its previous voyage.He said federal officials were working with California authorities on a plan to bring the ship to a non-commercial port.
President Trump, at CDC, offers scattershot defense of virus response
ATLANTA — President Donald Trump's visit to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday turned into a scattershot defense of his administration's handling of the growing coronavirus crisis, veering into political digs and detours.President Trump tried once more to quell growing alarm about the spread of the virus in America.
ATLANTA — President Donald Trump's visit to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday turned into a scattershot defense of his administration's handling of the growing coronavirus crisis, veering into political digs and detours.President Trump tried once more to quell growing alarm about the spread of the virus in America.
President Trump signs $8.3B bill to combat coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an $8.3 billion measure on Friday to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an $8.3 billion measure on Friday to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak.
14 coronavirus tests pending in Wisconsin, officials say
MADISON -- According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the number of pending tests for coronavirus in the state rose by eight from March 4 to March 5.
MADISON -- According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the number of pending tests for coronavirus in the state rose by eight from March 4 to March 5.
'React quickly:' Economic impact of coronavirus is still developing, impacting Wisconsin companies
MILWAUKEE -- China is a force unlike any other in the realms of manufacturing and economy.
MILWAUKEE -- China is a force unlike any other in the realms of manufacturing and economy.
Amid hand sanitizer shortages, Tito's Vodka says it doesn’t meet CDC requirements for homemade product
AUSTIN, Texas (KRON) – News of a hand sanitizer shortage nationwide amid the growing coronavirus outbreak has prompted numerous media reports on homemade sanitizer.A Google search brings up a slew of articles online touting recipes for the DIY cleanser.
AUSTIN, Texas (KRON) – News of a hand sanitizer shortage nationwide amid the growing coronavirus outbreak has prompted numerous media reports on homemade sanitizer.A Google search brings up a slew of articles online touting recipes for the DIY cleanser.
'Let them express themselves:' Experts share tips on discussing coronavirus with kids
MILWAUKEE -- There are concerns not easy for any parent to hear from their child.
MILWAUKEE -- There are concerns not easy for any parent to hear from their child.
Milwaukee health officials address coronavirus concerns: 'We are ready'
MILWAUKEE -- There are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Milwaukee County, and only one confirmed case in the state of Wisconsin -- a Dane County patient who is now considered recovered.But the Milwaukee Health Department is set up to test for the disease and isolate anyone who has it.The coronavirus is the latest outbreak to make headlines but preventing the spread of the disease is standard practice for the Milwaukee Health Department.
MILWAUKEE -- There are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Milwaukee County, and only one confirmed case in the state of Wisconsin -- a Dane County patient who is now considered recovered.But the Milwaukee Health Department is set up to test for the disease and isolate anyone who has it.The coronavirus is the latest outbreak to make headlines but preventing the spread of the disease is standard practice for the Milwaukee Health Department.
31 songs to wash your hands to while preventing spread of coronavirus
ATLANTA -- The best way to prevent transmission of the novel coronavirus is still with good old soap and water.The CDC advises that people wash their hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds, avoid touching their faces, cover their mouths when sneezing or coughing and regularly clean surfaces.We came up with a list of songs that have choruses that are at least 20 seconds long to help you enjoy your hand washing.
ATLANTA -- The best way to prevent transmission of the novel coronavirus is still with good old soap and water.The CDC advises that people wash their hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds, avoid touching their faces, cover their mouths when sneezing or coughing and regularly clean surfaces.We came up with a list of songs that have choruses that are at least 20 seconds long to help you enjoy your hand washing.
Cruise ship is held off California coast for virus testing
SAN FRANCISCO — Scrambling to keep the coronavirus at bay, officials ordered a cruise ship to hold off the California coast Thursday to await testing of those aboard, after a passenger on an earlier voyage died and at least one other became infected.A Coast Guard helicopter was expected to deliver test kits to the Grand Princess once it reached the waters off San Francisco later in the day.
SAN FRANCISCO — Scrambling to keep the coronavirus at bay, officials ordered a cruise ship to hold off the California coast Thursday to await testing of those aboard, after a passenger on an earlier voyage died and at least one other became infected.A Coast Guard helicopter was expected to deliver test kits to the Grand Princess once it reached the waters off San Francisco later in the day.
'There's no reason:' Pharmacy manager reports 'people are hoarding' supplies amid coronavirus
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News stopped at five stores in the Milwaukee area Wednesday, March 4 and found most had little to no stock of soap, sanitizer, or hand wipes -- a result of coronavirus concerns, according to one worker.At Hayat Pharmacy in Milwaukee, workers told FOX6 on Wednesday suppliers were having difficulty keeping up with how fast items were flying off the shelves."Three or four different wholesalers that we work with, everybody is out," said John Warzyn, manager at the North Avenue Hayat location, who noted face masks in high demand. "What we have on the shelves, which isn't much, is what we can get right now.
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News stopped at five stores in the Milwaukee area Wednesday, March 4 and found most had little to no stock of soap, sanitizer, or hand wipes -- a result of coronavirus concerns, according to one worker.At Hayat Pharmacy in Milwaukee, workers told FOX6 on Wednesday suppliers were having difficulty keeping up with how fast items were flying off the shelves."Three or four different wholesalers that we work with, everybody is out," said John Warzyn, manager at the North Avenue Hayat location, who noted face masks in high demand. "What we have on the shelves, which isn't much, is what we can get right now.
'It's serious:' NBA urges fist bumps vs. high 5s amid coronavirus; Bucks adding hand sanitizers
MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus climbed to 11 on Wednesday, March 4 with a patient succumbing in California — the first reported fatality outside Washington state — as federal authorities announced an investigation of the Seattle-area nursing home where most of the victims were stricken.Whether it's a Milwaukee Bucks game at Fiserv Forum or neighborhood shops, public places can be veritable Petri dishes, and officials at Fiserv Forum and elsewhere noted coronavirus to be top of mind.
MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus climbed to 11 on Wednesday, March 4 with a patient succumbing in California — the first reported fatality outside Washington state — as federal authorities announced an investigation of the Seattle-area nursing home where most of the victims were stricken.Whether it's a Milwaukee Bucks game at Fiserv Forum or neighborhood shops, public places can be veritable Petri dishes, and officials at Fiserv Forum and elsewhere noted coronavirus to be top of mind.
Froedtert doctor: 'Common sense' approach important in minimizing spread of coronavirus
MILWAUKEE -- It is already known that COVID-19, commonly referred to as coronavirus, is spread through person-to-person contact and respiratory droplets; however, with each death that is reported, fears surrounding the virus tend to heighten.FOX6 News spoke with an infectious disease specialist who says, right now, it's important to stay calm and be proactive.When it comes to an emerging and rapidly-evolving situation like the COVID-19 outbreak, questions are undoubtedly on the minds of many.
MILWAUKEE -- It is already known that COVID-19, commonly referred to as coronavirus, is spread through person-to-person contact and respiratory droplets; however, with each death that is reported, fears surrounding the virus tend to heighten.FOX6 News spoke with an infectious disease specialist who says, right now, it's important to stay calm and be proactive.When it comes to an emerging and rapidly-evolving situation like the COVID-19 outbreak, questions are undoubtedly on the minds of many.
Expert: Human trials for coronavirus vaccine will begin in ‘a month or so’
WASHINGTON ─ With more than 100 cases of coronavirus in the United States and at least 11 deaths, the U.S. National Institutes of Health is working tirelessly to limit the spread of the potentially deadly illness.Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Dr.
WASHINGTON ─ With more than 100 cases of coronavirus in the United States and at least 11 deaths, the U.S. National Institutes of Health is working tirelessly to limit the spread of the potentially deadly illness.Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Dr.
6 pending coronavirus tests in Wisconsin, risk remains low: 'Learning as we go'
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday, March 4, five new pending cases of coronavirus in the state.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday, March 4, five new pending cases of coronavirus in the state.
US health officials announce $1 million in funding to Wisconsin for coronavirus response
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Wednesday, March 4, through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, $1 million in initial funding to support Wisconsin's response to the COVID-19 coronavirus disease.“State and local governments are the backbone of our public health system.
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Wednesday, March 4, through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, $1 million in initial funding to support Wisconsin's response to the COVID-19 coronavirus disease.“State and local governments are the backbone of our public health system.
Airline CEOs head to White House amid coronavirus travel concerns
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump brought eight of the nation’s largest airline companies to the White House on Wednesday.“I want to thank you all, great executives,” President Trump told them.American Airlines CEO Doug Parker thanked the administration for its response to the coronavirus outbreak.“We appreciate the aggressive containment efforts that the United States has done to protect Americans,” Parker said.Starting this week, the administration says all passengers on direct flights from Italy and South Korea are being screened before boarding.In Wednesday’s meeting, industry CEOs said airlines are sanitizing planes between flights and each company is taking creative steps to protect its employees and passengers.“We’ve invented the corona bump at United where you’ll see us all bumping each other,” United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz said.The airlines asked the administration to assure Americans it is safe to travel and to not cancel their vacation plans.Dr.
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump brought eight of the nation’s largest airline companies to the White House on Wednesday.“I want to thank you all, great executives,” President Trump told them.American Airlines CEO Doug Parker thanked the administration for its response to the coronavirus outbreak.“We appreciate the aggressive containment efforts that the United States has done to protect Americans,” Parker said.Starting this week, the administration says all passengers on direct flights from Italy and South Korea are being screened before boarding.In Wednesday’s meeting, industry CEOs said airlines are sanitizing planes between flights and each company is taking creative steps to protect its employees and passengers.“We’ve invented the corona bump at United where you’ll see us all bumping each other,” United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz said.The airlines asked the administration to assure Americans it is safe to travel and to not cancel their vacation plans.Dr.