Microsoft, Oracle, Salesforce join effort to develop COVID-19 vaccination digital passport
The technology would allow individuals to obtain a copy of their immunization records through a digital wallet of their choice, such as Apple Wallet or Google Pay, while those without smartphones would receive paper printed with QR codes containing verifiable credentials.
The technology would allow individuals to obtain a copy of their immunization records through a digital wallet of their choice, such as Apple Wallet or Google Pay, while those without smartphones would receive paper printed with QR codes containing verifiable credentials.
'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond diagnosed with cancer
The actor's spokesman told Fox News Thursday that Diamond is facing a "severe" diagnosis, though could not yet confirm the stage.
The actor's spokesman told Fox News Thursday that Diamond is facing a "severe" diagnosis, though could not yet confirm the stage.
US intelligence agencies ordered to report what they know about UFOs thanks to latest COVID-19 relief law
When Donald Trump signed the second coronavirus stimulus bill into law in December last year, he set off a countdown requiring U.S. intelligence agencies to report what they know about UFOs and whether or not they pose a threat.
When Donald Trump signed the second coronavirus stimulus bill into law in December last year, he set off a countdown requiring U.S. intelligence agencies to report what they know about UFOs and whether or not they pose a threat.
$15 an hour minimum wage: Biden pushes for urgent increase amid COVID-19 pandemic
During his announcement of the “American Rescue Plan,” President-elect Joe Biden pushed for the minimum wage in the United States to be raised to at least $15 an hour.
During his announcement of the “American Rescue Plan,” President-elect Joe Biden pushed for the minimum wage in the United States to be raised to at least $15 an hour.
Biden unveils $1.9T COVID plan, including $1,400 checks
President-elect Joe Biden unveiled a $1.9 trillion coronavirus plan Thursday to turn the tide on the pandemic.
President-elect Joe Biden unveiled a $1.9 trillion coronavirus plan Thursday to turn the tide on the pandemic.
Wisconsin DHS adds features to COVID-19 vaccine data web page
The DHS has added two new tools to its reporting of COVID-19 vaccine data online, including county-by-county breakdowns.
The DHS has added two new tools to its reporting of COVID-19 vaccine data online, including county-by-county breakdowns.
GOP panel grills Evers administration over vaccine pace
Assembly Republicans grilled health officials with Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' administration Thursday about the slow pace of COVID-19 vaccinations in Wisconsin, saying the process is a cumbersome mess. The Assembly's health committee held a hearing to learn more about the state's distribution process. The committee's chairman, Rep. Joe Sanfelippo, began the proceeding by telling Lisa Olson, an assistant deputy secretary at the Department of Health Services, that lawmakers don't know what to tell constituents who are desperate for a shot.
Assembly Republicans grilled health officials with Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' administration Thursday about the slow pace of COVID-19 vaccinations in Wisconsin, saying the process is a cumbersome mess. The Assembly's health committee held a hearing to learn more about the state's distribution process. The committee's chairman, Rep. Joe Sanfelippo, began the proceeding by telling Lisa Olson, an assistant deputy secretary at the Department of Health Services, that lawmakers don't know what to tell constituents who are desperate for a shot.
Delta puts 880 passengers on no-fly list over mask refusal, disorderly behavior after Capitol riot
Delta Air Lines has put 880 people on its no-fly list in the wake of lawmakers being harassed on flights over the U.S. election and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Delta Air Lines has put 880 people on its no-fly list in the wake of lawmakers being harassed on flights over the U.S. election and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Salt Awareness Week: Best practices for salt use this winter
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Wisconsin Salt Wise are wrapping up the first Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Wisconsin Salt Wise are wrapping up the first Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week.
COVID-19 cases in children rise, parallel trends seen among adults, CDC report says
A new report shows that cases in children and young adults have increased since summer 2020 with trends among younger age groups paralleling those among adults.
A new report shows that cases in children and young adults have increased since summer 2020 with trends among younger age groups paralleling those among adults.
Dr. Pothof explains the new coronavirus variant found in Wisconsin
We've learned a new variant of the coronavirus, which is spread more easily, has popped up in Wisconsin. UW Health's Chief Quality Officer Dr. Jeff Pothof explains more.
We've learned a new variant of the coronavirus, which is spread more easily, has popped up in Wisconsin. UW Health's Chief Quality Officer Dr. Jeff Pothof explains more.
Wisconsin awards nearly $9M for drug treatment services
In southeastern Wisconsin, just over $3.3 million in funding was awarded to seven county health agencies.
In southeastern Wisconsin, just over $3.3 million in funding was awarded to seven county health agencies.
Kemp proposes school supplement money for teachers, employees
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and state education officials announced plans to send every Georgia school district one-time $1000 supplements per teacher and school staff member during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and state education officials announced plans to send every Georgia school district one-time $1000 supplements per teacher and school staff member during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Oxygen shortage forces mass COVID patient transfer in Amazon rainforest
Doctors in Manaus, Brazil, a city of 2 million, are choosing which patients to treat and at least one of the city’s cemeteries asks mourners to line up to enter and bury their dead.
Doctors in Manaus, Brazil, a city of 2 million, are choosing which patients to treat and at least one of the city’s cemeteries asks mourners to line up to enter and bury their dead.
COVID-19 vaccines: Rollout in US sparks new set of problems
The rapid expansion of COVID-19 vaccinations to senior citizens across the U.S. has led to bottlenecks, system crashes and hard feelings in many states because of overwhelming demand for the shots.
The rapid expansion of COVID-19 vaccinations to senior citizens across the U.S. has led to bottlenecks, system crashes and hard feelings in many states because of overwhelming demand for the shots.
Wisconsin DHS: Coronavirus cases up 2,712; deaths up 42
As for the coronavirus vaccine, state health officials announced Thursday, Jan. 14, that 195,152 doses have been administered.
As for the coronavirus vaccine, state health officials announced Thursday, Jan. 14, that 195,152 doses have been administered.
Companies offer financial incentives to encourage COVID-19 vaccination
Dollar General is one of the first major companies to announce extra pay for workers who get vaccinated.
Dollar General is one of the first major companies to announce extra pay for workers who get vaccinated.
Mayor appoints new Milwaukee health commissioner
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has appointed Kirsten Johnson, former director of the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department, as Milwaukee's newest health commissioner.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has appointed Kirsten Johnson, former director of the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department, as Milwaukee's newest health commissioner.
UFC won't punish fighters for marijuana use in policy change
Marijuana and other cannabinoids derived naturally from it are no longer prohibited substances in UFC.
Marijuana and other cannabinoids derived naturally from it are no longer prohibited substances in UFC.
Trump's Mar-a-Lago warned over COVID mask violations after NYE bash
Mar-a-Lago's manager received a letter stating future coronavirus mask violations could result in fines up to $15,000 per violation.
Mar-a-Lago's manager received a letter stating future coronavirus mask violations could result in fines up to $15,000 per violation.