New omicron variant detected in Wisconsin; 1.5x more transmissible

The new omicron variant BA.2 has been detected in Wisconsin, according to a tweet from Dr. Ben Weston, Chief Health Policy Advisor for Milwaukee County.

Milwaukee's Dr. Lester Carter passes away, probable COVID death

Milwaukee is remembering the life of Dr. Lester Carter, a treasure to the city. Dr. Carter, a longtime pharmacist and trailblazer, passed away Monday, Jan. 31.

North Carolina man would rather 'die free' than get COVID vaccine needed for life-saving transplant

A man in need of a life-saving kidney transplant says his hospital refuses to do the surgery because he is unvaccinated against COVID-19. But Chad Carswell says he is willing to "die free" rather than comply with their mandate.

Black History Month 2022 to celebrate 'Black Health and Wellness'

Black History Month 2022 starts on Feb. 1, and this year’s theme aims to focus on the importance of “Black Health and Wellness.”

NYC offering free home delivery of COVID antiviral pills

New Yorkers who have tested positive for COVID-19 can contact their doctor to request a delivery of the antiviral pill or can call 212-COVID19.

4-day workweek proposal would mean 32 hours vs. 40

How does a four-day workweek sound? The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way many people work, and a California lawmaker has introduced a bill that could eventually make a shorter workweek a reality.

T-mobile vaccine mandate: Office employees must comply by April

T-mobile is the latest high-profile company to keep a vaccine mandate after the Supreme Court rejected Biden’s plan earlier this month.

Fernwood Montessori moves to virtual learning

Fernwood Montessori School will move to virtual learning starting Monday, Jan. 30, Milwaukee Public Schools announced Sunday.

Robot performs 1st abdominal surgery without human help

Soft-tissue can be tricky to operate on — for humans or a robot — because the subtle movements in the texture are unpredictable.

Packers player makes Alzheimer's awareness donation

Green Bay Packers defensive back Shemar Jean-Charles helped raise $14,000 and collect 300 blankets.

USPS worker helps save woman’s life after seeing mail pileup

U.S. Postal Service employee Kayla Berridge noticed her customer’s mail was piling up. Officers later found the elderly woman trapped inside her home for at least three days.

Free N95 masks in Milwaukee area: Where are they?

Part of a federal pharmacy program, thousands of N95 masks are available for free in the Milwaukee area, but they're going fast.

Companies allow people to opt-out of Valentine’s Day emails

As interest in celebrating Valentine’s Day gradually declines, companies are giving consumers a chance to opt-out of those marketing emails that seem to bombard your inbox any time a holiday approaches.

Milwaukee COVID cases burden, positivity decline for 3rd week

The Milwaukee Health Department reported declining trends to the COVID-19 case burden and positivity rate compared to the previous week.

St. Pete woman born with heart condition faces amputation after COVID-19 infection

Claire Bridges is 20, overall healthy, and vaccinated, but still got COVID-19. Although many recover, a congenital heart condition caused major complications and now, Claire may have to have both legs amputated.

N95 masks: How often can they be reused?

How many times can I reuse my N95 mask? Here's what you need to know.

iPhone Face ID with mask option now available for some with latest Apple update

The function identifies the top portion of a user’s face in order to unlock a device, making it potentially less secure which is why Apple is allowing consumers to opt-in or out to use it.

Marijuana smokers may be more impaired while driving than they think, study suggests

Participants in the study who were not given a placebo felt ready to drive an hour and a half after smoking marijuana, however, simulator data found reduced driving performance such as being unable to stay in their lane.

CDC adds 15 more destinations to ‘high risk’ travel list

According to the CDC, 15 new destinations were cited Monday as a level four — meaning “very high risk” — for Americans.