MPS seeks input on relief fund allocation
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As school districts plan their fall re-opening, addressing the impact and fallout from COVID-19 is still very much at the forefront.

Facebook responds to Biden’s criticism over COVID-19 information

Facebook has responded to the White House's claim that the company isn't doing enough to stop the spread of COVID-19 misinformation.

Community listening sessions aid MPS in relief money allocation

Community members in Milwaukee are being asked to help prioritize relief dollars to help kids get the safe and high-quality education that is needed at Milwaukee Public Schools.

Thousands protest vaccine, COVID passes in France

Thousands of people marched around France on Saturday to protest mandatory vaccinations for health care workers and COVID-19 passes that will be required to enter restaurants and other venues.

Canada closing in on US’ COVID-19 vaccination rate

Canada’s current vaccination rate continues to accelerate, while efforts here in the U.S. have stalled.

Giants minor leaguer who attempted suicide last year joining front office

"Over the last year I've promoted self-love and self-care and the Giants are offering me the opportunity to transition to a role as a mental-health advocate," wrote San Francisco Giants minor leaguer Drew Robinson.

‘Long COVID-19’: Study finds more than 200 symptoms associated with virus

A recent study published in the medical journal Lancet found more than 200 symptoms affecting 10 organ systems associated with the novel coronavirus.

Olivia Rodrigo reads vaccine tweets with Dr. Fauci

Video shared by the White House shows “Drivers License” singer Olivia Rodrigo and Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, reading vaccine tweets aloud.

Biden: Social media 'killing people' with misinformation

President Joe Biden says social media companies are “killing people” by failing to police misinformation on their platforms about the COVID-19 vaccines.

COVID-19 vaccines for children under 12 likely approved later this year, FDA says

During an FDA stakeholder meeting on July 6, experts say approval for COVID-19 vaccines in children younger than 12 will likely not happen until later this year, citing safety precautions take longer than for older age groups.

COVID-19 cases among unvaccinated Americans putting pressure on hospitals

The COVID-19 comeback across the U.S. is putting pressure on hospitals at a time when some of them are busy just trying to catch up on surgeries and other procedures that were put on hold during the pandemic.

What is Monkeypox? What are Monkeypox symptoms? Answers about a rare disease

What is Monkeypox and what are the signs or symptoms of this rare disease? The CDC provides answers as a Dallas resident has tested positive.

COVID-19 becoming ‘pandemic of the unvaccinated’, CDC director says

During a White House briefing, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said cases in the U.S. were up about 70% over the last week, hospital admissions were up 36% and deaths rose by 26%.

Free hand sanitizer: Roundy's customers can pick up at checkout

Roundy’s Supermarkets, Inc., announced on Friday, July 16 they will be donating hand sanitizer to customers at their Pick ‘n Save and Metro Market stores throughout the State of Wisconsin effective immediately.

Blue-green algae: Tips to stay safe for humans, pets

The Wisconsin DNR is reminding beachgoers and their pets to watch for blue-green algae and know the risks. 

NFL awards UW researchers $4M for hamstring injuries study

Researchers led by the UW School of Medicine and Public Health teamed up with the NFL to study the prevention and treatment of hamstring injuries.

WHO says it was 'premature' to rule out lab leak as COVID-19 origin

The head of the World Health Organization has acknowledged it was premature to rule out a potential link between the COVID-19 pandemic and a laboratory leak.