DHS: 296 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI, 3 new deaths
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 296 Monday, March 29, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 576,044.
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 296 Monday, March 29, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 576,044.
Meijer pharmacies now providing COVID-19 vaccine at every store
Meijer has now been identified by the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program as a partner to directly receive and administer doses of the vaccine.
Meijer has now been identified by the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program as a partner to directly receive and administer doses of the vaccine.
Gov. Evers reveals spending plan for CARES Act money
Gov. Tony Evers unveiled on Monday, March 29 his plan for investing the $3.2 billion in federal funding Wisconsin received from President Biden's American Rescue Plan.
Gov. Tony Evers unveiled on Monday, March 29 his plan for investing the $3.2 billion in federal funding Wisconsin received from President Biden's American Rescue Plan.
Gov. Evers unveils plan to invest American Rescue Plan funds in small businesses, families, and communities
Gov. Evers unveils his plan to invest American Rescue Plan funds in small businesses, families, and communities in Wisconsin.
Gov. Evers unveils his plan to invest American Rescue Plan funds in small businesses, families, and communities in Wisconsin.
WHO report says animals likely source of COVID-19, lab leak 'extremely unlikely'
A joint WHO-China study says that transmission of the virus from bats to humans through another animal is the most likely scenario, according to a copy obtained by the Associated Press.
A joint WHO-China study says that transmission of the virus from bats to humans through another animal is the most likely scenario, according to a copy obtained by the Associated Press.
Vaccination efforts expanding in Milwaukee, new clinics opening this week
Some Milwaukee landmarks are transforming into COVID-19 vaccine clinics this week.
Some Milwaukee landmarks are transforming into COVID-19 vaccine clinics this week.
Pinwheel garden honors 131 children abused in Racine County in 2020
In 2020, there were 131 confirmed cases of child abuse in Racine County, a nearly 30% decrease from 2019, which may sound like good news, but the coronavirus pandemic has played a role.
In 2020, there were 131 confirmed cases of child abuse in Racine County, a nearly 30% decrease from 2019, which may sound like good news, but the coronavirus pandemic has played a role.
Wisconsin virtual school sees 'more enrollment' amid COVID, nurse shortage
Health experts project a shortage of at least 1 million nurses in less than a decade, and Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin is preparing the next generation of frontline workers.
Health experts project a shortage of at least 1 million nurses in less than a decade, and Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin is preparing the next generation of frontline workers.
MS Run the US: Milwaukee women joining 16 runners in MS awareness
Like many major fundraising events, the MS Run the U.S. ultra-relay, which spans coast to coast, wasn't the same in 2020 because of COVID-19, but it's back in 2021.
Like many major fundraising events, the MS Run the U.S. ultra-relay, which spans coast to coast, wasn't the same in 2020 because of COVID-19, but it's back in 2021.
Experts: Colon cancer screenings fell 86% as pandemic began
Health care providers say that's particularly troubling for colon cancer. Over the last 10 to 15 years, colorectal cancer rates for young adults between 20 and 49 years are going up.
Health care providers say that's particularly troubling for colon cancer. Over the last 10 to 15 years, colorectal cancer rates for young adults between 20 and 49 years are going up.
MS Run the US: Milwaukee women tackle ultra relay for MS awareness
Like many major fundraising events, the MS Run the U.S. ultra-relay, which spans coast to coast, wasn't the same in 2020 because of COVID-19, but it's back in 2021, and runners from across the nation -- including two local women -- are raising money for a cause that hits close to home.
Like many major fundraising events, the MS Run the U.S. ultra-relay, which spans coast to coast, wasn't the same in 2020 because of COVID-19, but it's back in 2021, and runners from across the nation -- including two local women -- are raising money for a cause that hits close to home.
Pinwheel garden honors 131 children abused in Racine County in 2020
In 2020, there were 131 confirmed cases of child abuse in Racine County, a nearly 30% decrease from 2019, which may sound like good news, but the coronavirus pandemic has played a role.
In 2020, there were 131 confirmed cases of child abuse in Racine County, a nearly 30% decrease from 2019, which may sound like good news, but the coronavirus pandemic has played a role.
Experts: Colon cancer screenings fell 86% as pandemic began
Health care providers say that's particularly troubling for colon cancer. Over the last 10 to 15 years, colorectal cancer rates for young adults between 20 and 49 years are going up.
Health care providers say that's particularly troubling for colon cancer. Over the last 10 to 15 years, colorectal cancer rates for young adults between 20 and 49 years are going up.
Running Lake Michigan: 1,100-mile+ quest for Alzheimer's awareness
Lee Thornquist set out on a quest to run over 1,100 miles around Lake Michigan in 36 days to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association in honor of his late grandmother, Harriett.
Lee Thornquist set out on a quest to run over 1,100 miles around Lake Michigan in 36 days to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association in honor of his late grandmother, Harriett.
Wisconsin virtual school sees 'more enrollment' amid COVID, nurse shortage
Health experts project a shortage of at least 1 million nurses in less than a decade, and Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin is preparing the next generation of frontline workers.
Health experts project a shortage of at least 1 million nurses in less than a decade, and Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin is preparing the next generation of frontline workers.
Biden administration working on vaccine passports to pave way for travel
The Biden administration is working to develop credentials – referred to as passports, health certificates or travel passes – showing proof of vaccination as individuals and businesses emerge from lockdown.
The Biden administration is working to develop credentials – referred to as passports, health certificates or travel passes – showing proof of vaccination as individuals and businesses emerge from lockdown.
Biden administration working with industry to develop COVID-19 'passports' as vaccinations progress
Passports offer a glimpse of a future that many are longing for after months of COVID-19 restrictions.
Passports offer a glimpse of a future that many are longing for after months of COVID-19 restrictions.
Colleges weigh mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for students
As more Americans get vaccinated, colleges are considering mandatory vaccines for students before returning to campus.
As more Americans get vaccinated, colleges are considering mandatory vaccines for students before returning to campus.
Anti-smoking hotline sees biggest decrease in a decade amid COVID-19
Fewer smokers called quit-smoking hotlines last year and some smoked more, contributing to an unusual bump in cigarette sales — all in the middle of the stress, anxiety and uncertainty from COVID-19.
Fewer smokers called quit-smoking hotlines last year and some smoked more, contributing to an unusual bump in cigarette sales — all in the middle of the stress, anxiety and uncertainty from COVID-19.
Biden to push another coronavirus recovery bill on top of $1.9T package: Psaki
Biden is expected to detail an infrastructure package on Wednesday.
Biden is expected to detail an infrastructure package on Wednesday.