COVID-19 has killed as many Americans as 1918 Spanish flu

COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.

US to require incoming foreign travelers to be vaccinated against COVID-19

Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.

Vaccination rates on UW-System campuses vary widely

University of Wisconsin officials say student vaccination rates for COVID-19 vary widely among the system's campuses.

Amid vaccine mandates, COVID testing company works with employers

Get vaccinated or get tested for COVID-19 at work. More than a week after President Joe Biden announced new vaccine mandates, employers are trying to figure out what it means for them.

Make-A-Wish Milwaukee Yacht Club fundraiser aimed at granting more wishes
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Thirty-one "Make-A-Wish" families got to spend some time Sunday cruising around Milwaukee's lakefront in style on a huge yacht, and all that fun will help make more wishes come true.

FOX News poll: Majorities favor mask and vaccine mandates as pandemic worries increase

Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.

Milwaukee Walk to End Alzheimer's aims for a cure

The Wisconsin chapter of the Alzheimer's Association hosted its annual Walk to End Alzheimer's Sunday, Sept. 19. Hundreds of people showed up on the Summerfest grounds to walk for a cure.

Pennsylvania liquor stores put 2-bottle limit on some booze

Pennsylvania's state-run liquor system will begin rationing sales of a few dozen products on Friday in response to what it describes as supply shortages beyond its control.

CDC study: Moderna vaccine most effective at preventing hospitalization

A CDC study comparing the three vaccines authorized in the U.S. found that Moderna’s is most effective at preventing hospitalization due to COVID-19.

Fox News Poll: Majorities favor mask and vaccine mandates as pandemic worries increase

Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.

COVID vaccine information, myths as boosters considered

The president of the American Academy of Family Physicians said now is an important opportunity to reiterate the vaccine's safety and effectiveness.

Packers' COVID protocols: Assistant coach out for Lions game

Green Bay Packers defensive line coach Jerry Montgomery won’t be with the team for its home opener with the Detroit Lions due to COVID-19 protocols.

CDC report: One third of COVID-19 patients report long-term symptoms

A recent CDC report found that a third of COVID-19 patients reported long-term symptoms nearly two months after testing positive for the virus.

CDC: Health care-associated infections up amid COVID-19 pandemic

Last week, the CDC published data from more than 3,000 hospitals showing that infections people contracted while in hospitals went up in 2020, after going down for several years in a row.

Wisconsin Center District: COVID vaccine required for workers

Wisconsin Center District employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Nov. 1, the CEO during a board meeting.

Milwaukee COVID positivity rises, now 'high'

The Milwaukee Health Department on Friday reported slight increases to COVID-19 trends for the preceding week.

Biden to convene virtual COVID-19 summit amid UN General Assembly

President Joe Biden will convene a virtual summit Wednesday on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly, the White House said on Friday.