DHS: 1,802 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; 24 new deaths

The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 1,802 Thursday, Jan. 28, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 538,348.

OC health care worker dies after receiving 2nd COVID-19 vaccine shot; official cause of death pending

Tim Zook's final Facebook post shared his excitement about getting his second COVID-19 vaccine shot. His widow now thinks he may have suffered a fatal reaction to it. His official cause of death is still pending.

Tampa temporarily expands mask mandate to include outdoor areas during Super Bowl events

In addition to the stadium, Ybor City, the Riverwalk, and SoHo are among the areas where Tampa has expanded its mask mandate. Masks are now required outdoors in locations that will likely see crowds during Super Bowl week.

9-year-old dies in Fort Worth hospital because of COVID-19

A 9-year-old boy who was healthy enough to go to class on Friday died because of COVID-19 Tuesday at Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth.

Gov. Evers' statewide mask mandate could soon be repealed
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The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Assembly was poised Thursday to repeal Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ mask mandate. FOX6's Jason Calvi offers a preview of a contentious vote.

Oregon health workers vaccinate drivers while stranded by snow

Oregon health workers who got stuck in a snowstorm on their way back from a COVID-19 vaccination event went car to car injecting stranded drivers before several of the doses expired.

Controversy over Novato school superintendent getting vaccine at teacher event

Towards the end of the event,  200 perishable vaccine doses were left, so, the doses were given to school superintendent  Kris Cosca and others.

No deal, no delivery? Contact 6 investigates food delivery platforms

Restaurants are making deals with delivery service providers to survive the pandemic. But as Contact 6 found out, having no deal doesn’t always mean no delivery.

Doctor: Most 'probably won't' have long-term lung scarring after COVID

Some still experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 have been dubbed "long-haulers." While post-COVID lung damage is something doctors are studying, it's not clear-cut just yet how severe it might be.

State allowed drug-stealing nurse to keep practicing
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A drug-addicted nurse caught stealing medications twice is allowed to keep her license for nearly four years.

State allowed drug-stealing nurse to keep practicing

A drug-addicted nurse caught stealing medications twice is allowed to keep her license for nearly four years.

Wisconsin-based study links few COVID-19 cases to classroom
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In a study published by the CDC, a pediatrician found that when there is near perfect mask-wearing and social distancing, the risk of COVID-19 spreading in Wood County schools was low.

Wisconsin-based study links few COVID-19 cases to classroom

In a study published by the CDC, a pediatrician found that when there is near perfect mask-wearing and social distancing, the risk of COVID-19 spreading in Wood County schools was low.

Double mask: Fauci says wearing 2 masks may offer more protection from COVID-19

Some medical experts, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, have said wearing two masks makes “common sense” and could offer more protection from COVID-19. Here’s what the data shows.

Bureau of Prisons withheld info on COVID-19 diagnosis of journalists who witnessed executions

At least two journalists tested positive for coronavirus after witnessing the Trump administration's final three federal executions, but the Bureau of Prisons knowingly withheld the diagnoses from other media witnesses and did not perform any contact tracing, The Associated Press has learned.

'Impromptu clinic:' Health workers stuck in snow give drivers vaccine

Oregon health officials said the “impromptu vaccine clinic” took place after about 20 employees were stopped in traffic on a highway after a vaccination clinic.

'A real struggle': 74-year-old COVID-19 survivor released after 70 days hospitalized

Exactly 70 days after being admitted to Regions Hospital in St. Paul for severe COVID-19 symptoms, 74-year-old Glenn Verling is finally back with his family. His battle with the coronavirus, however, isn’t over yet.

'What took so long?' GOP questions governor's $90M unemployment plan

The Wisconsin Assembly and Senate immediately adjourned a special session on unemployment -- with lawmakers questioning the price tag on Governor Tony Evers's plan.