Milwaukee mask mandate ends Tuesday after 10 months

The Milwaukee Common Council unanimously approved the mask mandate in July 2020. More than 10 months later, it ends Tuesday, June 1.

Milwaukee church offers COVID vaccine
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A Milwaukee church brought the COVID-19 vaccine to the people, hosting a clinic with a concert.

Fewer workers at Wisconsin Dells attractions

One of Wisconsin's major tourist attractions is making due during Memorial Day weekend with fewer workers, hoping that more will arrive during the summer.

Why it's so hard to fill jobs in certain states

The labor-market recovery after the coronavirus pandemic and related shutdowns is playing out unevenly across the U.S., from states where there are five openings for every unemployed worker to several where historically high jobless rates persist.

Bipartisan lawmakers introduce bill to roll back '3-martini lunch' tax break

Former President Donald Trump signed the "three martini-lunch" tax break into temporary law in December, saying it would drum up business for pandemic-stricken restaurants.

Wisconsin prison COVID vaccinations near 50%

Nearly half of the people in custody in Wisconsin prisons and youth facilities are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Wisconsin Center FEMA COVID vaccine site closes

The FEMA mass COVID-19 vaccination site at the Wisconsin Center closed Friday, May 28. Opening on Jan. 12, it provided more than 140,000 doses.

CDC loosens COVID-19 mask guidance for summer campers

The guidance is the first in a wave of updates that will incorporate the CDC's recent decisions on masks and social distancing.

Memorial Day weekend COVID precautions to consider

Health experts say Memorial Day weekend gatherings are once again safe as coronavirus vaccinations climb and cases fall.

Wisconsin may lose school aid, Feds warn

The Department of Education warned Wisconsin's state superintendent of schools it could lose $1.5 billion in federal funding if a Republican education plan becomes law.

Racine buildings reopen to public June 2

The City of Racine announced its city buildings will reopen to the public starting Wednesday, June 2.

Milwaukee County Zoo mask policy changes June 1

As organizations across Wisconsin and the U.S. change their mask policies in light of updated CDC guidance, the Milwaukee County Zoo has followed suit.

Milwaukee city facilities to reopen June 21, masks still required

Mayor Tom Barrett announced that Monday, June 21 will be the date for a reopening of Milwaukee City Hall and the other city buildings where the public interacts with municipal offices.

Summerfest vaccination clinic: Get COVID shot, ticket to Big Gig

The Milwaukee Health Department is teaming up with Summerfest to host drive-thru vaccination clinics on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 in the Maier Festival Park parking lots.

CVS launches sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, offering cruises, Super Bowl VIP tickets

CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.

Masks optional at Brewers games June 1
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Starting June 1, fully vaccinated baseball fans will no longer have to wear masks at American Family Field.