Smithsonian ends mask mandate at museums, National Zoo

The Smithsonian ended its policy requiring visitors to wear masks at its museums and the National Zoo. 

COVID remains dangerous for immunocompromised patients: UW Health

UW Health experts say while many Americans are celebrating the loosening of COVID-19 restrictions, there are millions of others with compromised immune systems for whom the pandemic is far from over.

China locks down city of 9 million amid new spike in COVID-19 cases

Residents of Changchun are required to remain home with one family member allowed to venture out to buy food and other necessities every two days.

When will COVID-19 end? Experts look to past pandemics for clues

One thing experts have learned is that it can be a long drawn-out process. This includes different types of endings that may not all occur at the same time.

US to ease nationwide mask mandate on planes, buses next month

The requirement, which extends to planes, buses, trains and transit hubs, had been set to expire on March 18, but was extended by a month to allow the public health agency time to develop new, more targeted policies.

California officials raided preschool, interviewed 2-year-olds over mask policies

California state regulators conducted an investigation at a Southern California preschool and privately interviewed children as young as 2 without their parents’ consent about their masking practices.

Which states have lifted mask mandates

With the omicron variant of COVID-19 waning and Americans eager to move beyond the virus, government and business leaders have been out ahead of the CDC in ending virus measures.

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra COVID policy: No masks required

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra will no longer require guests to wear masks and show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test.

Milwaukee County COVID updates, officials discuss

Milwaukee County leaders, including County Executive David Crowley, on Tuesday discussed the latest COVID-19 trends and information.

2nd round of free at-home COVID tests available now, White House says

If you ordered your free at-home COVID tests from the government earlier this year, the White House says you can now place another order for a set of four tests per household.

WHO says COVID-19 boosters are needed, reversing previous guidance

An expert group convened by the World Health Organization said it “strongly supports urgent and broad access” to coronavirus vaccines, including booster doses.

Taller people could be at higher risk for colorectal cancer, study suggests

Researchers found that the individuals who were taller had a 24% higher risk of developing colorectal cancer as opposed to their shorter counterparts.

The Great Return: More companies calling employees back to the office

The Bureau of Labor Statistics said teleworking due to the COVID-19 pandemic dropped in February as more companies reopen their offices.

Wisconsin Lutheran's Jordan Glenn overcomes cardiac issues for big comeback
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Every time Jordan Glenn takes the court for Wisconsin Lutheran, it?s a moment to give thanks. But on Jan. 9, 2021, he collapsed during a game at Menomonee Falls High School, suffering from cardiac arrest. That wasn't the first time it happened, but he's made an incredible comeback.

Mask guidance eased, Milwaukee County COVID level 'low'

Milwaukee County is considered in the "low" COVID-19 Community Level, per the CDCs guidelines, meaning masks inside are not necessary.

Katie Meyer's parents struggle for answers after daughter's death at Stanford

In an emotional interview, the parents of Stanford University soccer star Katie Meyer say they are struggling to understand why their daughter died by suicide this week.

Milwaukee COVID trends improve for 8th straight week

The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported declining trends to the COVID-19 case burden and positivity rate for an eighth consecutive week.