WIldfire smoke health impacts; what you need to know
Dr. Mark Moss, a pediatric allergist from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk on Friday, July 17 to talk about the very serious impacts of wildfire smoke blanketing the region.
Dr. Mark Moss, a pediatric allergist from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk on Friday, July 17 to talk about the very serious impacts of wildfire smoke blanketing the region.
Kentucky family awarded record settlement against gun dealer
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.
Map: Milwaukee air quality remains hazardous due to wildfire smoke
Air quality in the Milwaukee area remains hazardous as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota continue to blanket the area Friday.
Air quality in the Milwaukee area remains hazardous as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota continue to blanket the area Friday.
Taco Bell responds to fans after pulling lettuce following cyclospora outbreak
Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.
Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.
Wildfire smoke in Milwaukee, people deal with the terrible air quality
Most of this week – heat and humidity were the enemies of comfort. But this smoke is a whole different level of annoyance and concern.
Most of this week – heat and humidity were the enemies of comfort. But this smoke is a whole different level of annoyance and concern.
Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin; outdoor activities cancel, pivot
Wildfire smoke forced many outdoor activities to either cancel or pivot on Thursday, from pools and beer gardens to events and camps.
Wildfire smoke forced many outdoor activities to either cancel or pivot on Thursday, from pools and beer gardens to events and camps.
Cyclospora outbreak possibly linked to lettuce from Taco Bell supplier: Report
The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.
The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.
Cyclosporiasis in Wisconsin: 61 cases reported from May 1 to July 15
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the number of cases of cyclosporiasis to 61 from May 1 to July 15, 2026.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the number of cases of cyclosporiasis to 61 from May 1 to July 15, 2026.
Wildfire smoke poses serious hazards to health
Wildfire smoke from Canada is wafting into Wisconsin, and could pose serious health issues for many. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with Dr. Vivek Balasubramaniam from UW Health about what you need to know.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is wafting into Wisconsin, and could pose serious health issues for many. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with Dr. Vivek Balasubramaniam from UW Health about what you need to know.
Hegseth announces annual testosterone deficiency screenings for service members
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced annual testosterone deficiency screenings for service members.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced annual testosterone deficiency screenings for service members.
Blood test could help identify people at high risk for Alzheimer's, study suggests
A blood test may help predict whether healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms within five to 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday.
A blood test may help predict whether healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms within five to 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday.
Wildfire smoke hits Wisconsin; poor air quality, hazy skies
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota will spread across Wisconsin through Thursday, creating hazy skies and unhealthy air quality.
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota will spread across Wisconsin through Thursday, creating hazy skies and unhealthy air quality.
Tylenol autism lawsuits revived by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has revived more than 500 lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenvue, ruling that a lower court improperly excluded expert testimony in cases.
A federal appeals court has revived more than 500 lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenvue, ruling that a lower court improperly excluded expert testimony in cases.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: More states reporting cases of diarrheal illness
According to CDC data, 34 states are reporting a combined 1,645 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 15, but local and state health data show at least 6,756 cases in 38 states.
According to CDC data, 34 states are reporting a combined 1,645 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 15, but local and state health data show at least 6,756 cases in 38 states.
Taco Bell investigated as lettuce emerges as possible source of cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
American Red Cross needs blood donations amid emergency shortage declaration
With more traumas and fewer blood donations, the American Red Cross says they have now declared an emergency shortage, asking community members to donate if they can.
With more traumas and fewer blood donations, the American Red Cross says they have now declared an emergency shortage, asking community members to donate if they can.
Notable figures who died from the same heart condition linked to Lindsey Graham's death
Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death has thrown new attention on a rare but often deadly cardiovascular emergency known as aortic dissection.
Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death has thrown new attention on a rare but often deadly cardiovascular emergency known as aortic dissection.
West Nile virus: Wisconsin DHS confirms 1st signs of year
Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County tested positive for West Nile virus, which the Wisconsin DHS said is part of the first virus activity in the state this year.
Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County tested positive for West Nile virus, which the Wisconsin DHS said is part of the first virus activity in the state this year.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly tied to salad greens, lettuce, MDHHS says
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Heart condition tied to Lindsey Graham's death can strike without warning — what to know
Preliminary findings in the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham cite aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Preliminary findings in the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham cite aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease



















