4th at-home COVID-19 test gets emergency use authorization from FDA

The FDA gave approval for the QuickVue At-Home COVID-19 Test, allowing certain consumers to rapidly test themselves for the coronavirus.

Minimum wage hike in COVID relief bill in trouble

It squeaked by the house and now the Senate will decide if the latest COVID-relief bill is worth the price tag: $1.9 trillion. Inside that bill is $1,400 for eligible Americans, unemployment benefits and billions for state and local governments, but the minimum wage hike is in trouble.

Johnson & Johnson promises 100 million vaccine doses by June

Another tool in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic is on the way as Johnson & Johnson becomes the third company to gain emergency use authorization in the United States for its COVID-19 vaccine.

Marquette University reveals in-person plans for fall 2021 semester

Marquette University is planning for a return to an in-person academic and residential campus experience for students for the fall 2021 semester.

Kenosha County sees 1st case of UK variant of COVID-19

Lab results received over the weekend confirmed that B.1.1.7, known as the U.K. variant of COVID-19, has made its first known appearance in Kenosha County

WI COVID-19 vaccination registry set to launch by end of March 1

A state-run COVID-19 vaccine registry touted as a one-stop-shop for people seeking vaccinations in Wisconsin was set to launch by the end of the day Monday, March 1.

DHS: 308 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; no new deaths

The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 308 Monday, March 1, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 564,268.

US begins distribution of single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

Nearly 4 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine were shipped Sunday night and could be used for injections as early as Tuesday, officials said.

VISIT Milwaukee launches Hotel Month, offers exclusive packages

VISIT Milwaukee launched on Monday, March 1 a solution to help people escape their homes amid the pandemic -- Milwaukee Hotel Month.

Those with chronic conditions wait for vaccine in Wisconsin

The state has departed from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance by not prioritizing individuals with chronic health conditions as it rolls out coronavirus vaccines in Wisconsin.

COVID-19 vaccine doses stolen, 2 children wrongly vaccinated, Tennessee officials say

Tennessee health officials say coronavirus vaccine doses were allegedly stolen and two children were improperly vaccinated in Shelby County. The state is also investigating how 2,400 vaccine doses were wasted.

Some WI pharmacies vaccinating thousands, others have yet to start

As Wisconsin prepares to vaccinate educators, supply at local pharmacies is going up. However, not all pharmacies are offering the vaccine just yet.

'Zoom fatigue:' Professor notes 4 reasons why it exhausts us
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Whether it's a phone call, meeting or distance learning, video chatting and conferencing have been so popular during the pandemic. It’s leaving some folks feeling anxious and tired. 

Some WI pharmacies vaccinating thousands, others have yet to start
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As Wisconsin prepares to vaccinate educators, supply at local pharmacies is going up. However, not all pharmacies are offering the vaccine just yet.

Tandem takeover helps Bay View's Goodkind 'weather the winter'

In Bay View, the concept of paying it forward is helping to lift more than a financial burden. It's lifting spirits, too.

'Vaccine jealousy' among the mental health struggles caused by COVID
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Between working from home, becoming a part-time teacher for your kids and not being able to do things as freely as we once did during the coronavirus pandemic, it's no wonder so many people are feeling stressed and depressed.

'Grandpa needs a kidney:' River Hills man hopes I-43 sign stands out
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Taking a need for a kidney transplant to new heights, a River Hills man has put up billboards in his desperate search to find a donor.