Wisconsin unemployment: Republicans urge pandemic bonus end
A group of Wisconsin Republican congressmen, led by Sen. Ron Johnson, is urging Gov. Tony Evers to end the weekly federal unemployment bonus.
A group of Wisconsin Republican congressmen, led by Sen. Ron Johnson, is urging Gov. Tony Evers to end the weekly federal unemployment bonus.
Wisconsin COVID cases up 513, deaths up 1: State officials
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Friday, May 14 reported an additional 513 COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases to 605,376.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Friday, May 14 reported an additional 513 COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases to 605,376.
Milwaukee Public Schools: Masks required in schools despite CDC guidance
Milwaukee Public Schools tweeted on Friday, May 14 that it will continue to require face coverings in all schools and buildings.
Milwaukee Public Schools tweeted on Friday, May 14 that it will continue to require face coverings in all schools and buildings.
Wisconsin governor praises mask guidelines by CDC
Gov. Tony Evers on Friday praised new federal guidelines that relaxed mask restrictions for people who have been vaccinated for COVID-19, and he said his administration will review whether it is safe for state workers to return to their offices.
Gov. Tony Evers on Friday praised new federal guidelines that relaxed mask restrictions for people who have been vaccinated for COVID-19, and he said his administration will review whether it is safe for state workers to return to their offices.
Racine ends mask ordinance following CDC recommendations
The City of Racine ended its mask ordinance – effective noon on Friday, May 14 – Mayor Cory Mason announced.
The City of Racine ended its mask ordinance – effective noon on Friday, May 14 – Mayor Cory Mason announced.
Lawsuit over tax cuts: Wisconsin GOP leaders join multi-state effort
Republican legislative leaders have decided to join a multi-state lawsuit seeking a ruling that federal pandemic relief money can cover tax cuts.
Republican legislative leaders have decided to join a multi-state lawsuit seeking a ruling that federal pandemic relief money can cover tax cuts.
Masks at Milwaukee, Waukesha businesses; new guidance prompts pivot
The CDC is easing indoor mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people. While it gives us a welcome glimpse at getting back to normal, some business owners are proceeding with caution.
The CDC is easing indoor mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people. While it gives us a welcome glimpse at getting back to normal, some business owners are proceeding with caution.
NIH report details how severe forms of COVID-19 cause lung failure and death
A recent report from the National Institutes of Health details how more severe forms of COVID-19 have caused some to have lung failure and even die from the disease.
A recent report from the National Institutes of Health details how more severe forms of COVID-19 have caused some to have lung failure and even die from the disease.
Kegel's Inn receives national grant for historic restaurants
Kegel's Inn is one of 25 restaurants across the U.S. to receive $40,000 of funding through the “Backing Historic Small Restaurants” grant program.
Kegel's Inn is one of 25 restaurants across the U.S. to receive $40,000 of funding through the “Backing Historic Small Restaurants” grant program.
Feeding America COVID food cliff warning
As we take steps towards overcoming the coronavirus pandemic, relief programs developed to help those impacted are nearing their end, in particular, when it comes to food assistance. A return to some pre-pandemic practices may not be a good thing.
As we take steps towards overcoming the coronavirus pandemic, relief programs developed to help those impacted are nearing their end, in particular, when it comes to food assistance. A return to some pre-pandemic practices may not be a good thing.
CDC says fully vaccinated can stop wearing masks indoors and outdoors in most settings
The CDC on Thursday eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
The CDC on Thursday eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
India's coronavirus doctors report 'black fungus' infections among some patients
India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.
India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.
Brewers home games: 100% capacity beginning June 25
Baseball fans can look forward to 100% capacity at Milwaukee Brewers games starting June 25.
Baseball fans can look forward to 100% capacity at Milwaukee Brewers games starting June 25.
Wisconsin COVID cases up 485, deaths up 18: State officials
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Thursday, May 13 reported an additional 485 COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases to 604,863.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Thursday, May 13 reported an additional 485 COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases to 604,863.
Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
Milwaukee COVID restrictions eased June 15, emphasis on vaccinations
Beginning Tuesday, June 15, the City of Milwaukee will transition out of Phase 6 – and away from many COVID-19 restrictions.
Beginning Tuesday, June 15, the City of Milwaukee will transition out of Phase 6 – and away from many COVID-19 restrictions.
Milwaukee to ease COVID restrictions beginning June 15
The City of Milwaukee will be easing COVID restrictions beginning June 15.
The City of Milwaukee will be easing COVID restrictions beginning June 15.
COVID protocol changes, Waukesha schools
The Board of Education approved several motions that will impact day-to-day activities for the remainder of the school year and summer school through the month of July as related to COVID-19 mitigation
The Board of Education approved several motions that will impact day-to-day activities for the remainder of the school year and summer school through the month of July as related to COVID-19 mitigation
Pfizer vaccine approved for children ages 12-15 in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced that children 12-15 years old are now eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine and vaccinations can begin starting Thursday, May 13.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced that children 12-15 years old are now eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine and vaccinations can begin starting Thursday, May 13.
Ohio to award $1M each to 5 adults who received at least 1 COVID-19 vaccine dose
Governor Mike DeWine announced five adults will be randomly selected to win one million dollars if they’ve received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Governor Mike DeWine announced five adults will be randomly selected to win one million dollars if they’ve received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.