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.

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.

Brewers home games: 100% capacity beginning 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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Wauwatosa hotel struggles during COVID

The coronavirus pandemic has taken a major toll on the hotel business; some not surviving due to the loss of guests but summer could be the answer for one inn in Wauwatosa.

Pfizer vaccine and kids: Wisconsin preps for new age group

Wisconsin health officials are preparing to administer the shots as soon as Thursday after the CDC recommended it for kids as young as age 12.

Wisconsin COVID cases up 558, deaths up 18: State officials

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) on Wednesday, May 12 reported an additional 558 COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of cases to 604,378.

Anticipating approval of Pfizer vaccine for adolescents
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Big news on the COVID vaccine front. We're close to having approval for adolescents to get the Pfizer COVID vaccine. More from UW Health.

Tribal leader: Increased drug abuse amid COVID pandemic

Native Americans in Wisconsin are struggling to overcome increased drug abuse related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Elmbrook School District mask debate

It's an issue that's being debated in just about every Wisconsin school district, sometimes more passionately than others. It's the question of how students can safely learn in person and for how long they need to wear masks to do so.

Hospitality industry faces labor shortage as COVID-19 fears linger

As states and cities reopen and ease pandemic-induced restrictions, the hospitality industry is having trouble keeping up with the customer influx due to a lack of workers.

COVID vaccine for kids: Info on newest age group
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Ahead of the CDC's anticipated approval of Pfizer's shots for kids ages 12 to 15, and following successful clinical trials, health leaders are recommending the vaccine for the next age group.