9K fewer COVID tests at Miller Park from peak before Thanksgiving

A decrease in the number of people being tested for the coronavirus at the Miller Park COVID-19 testing site has Milwaukee officials concerned before Christmas.

Audit: UW System paid out $68.5M in student refunds

The University of Wisconsin System paid out nearly $70 million in coronavirus-related refunds to students last year, according to a report released Tuesday.

DHS: Record 120 new COVID-19 deaths in WI; 2,403 new positive cases

The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 2,403 on Tuesday, Dec. 22, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 461,015.

Coronavirus relief bill will make illegal streaming a felony

Studios have been trying to put a stop to piracy since 2012, and as part of the COVID-19 relief bill, illegal streaming could mean 10 years in prison.

WH virus coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx says she will retire

Before retirement, Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House COVID-19 coordinator, said she plans to help President-elect Joe Biden as needed.

DHS: Wisconsin now offers at-home COVID-19 testing option

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced a new contract that will add an additional tool to the Wisconsin COVID-19 testing toolbox.

Mayor Barrett urges public to use free COVID-19 testing sites

Mayor Barrett hosts a news conference Tuesday, Dec. 22 to discuss COVID-19 testing trends and the importance of testing to combat COVID-19 spread.

Medical College of Wisconsin experts combat 'vaccine hesitancy'

Medical College of Wisconsin experts worry mistrust could be a roadblock, while others are focused on making sure there's equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Medical College of Wisconsin experts combat 'vaccine hesitancy'
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Medical College of Wisconsin experts worry mistrust could be a roadblock, while others are focused on making sure there's equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Vatican says its 'morally acceptable' to get coronavirus vaccines using abortion cell lines

After drawing on Vatican pronouncements in past years about developing vaccines prepared from cells derived from aborted fetuses, the Vatican issued a statement on the COVID-19 vaccine following requests for "guidance."

Russia, AstraZeneca to test combination of COVID-19 shots

Developers of the Russian coronavirus vaccine announced an agreement with AstraZeneca to test a combination of the British drugmaker's COVID-19 shots and a component of the vaccine created in Moscow.

Wisconsin to receive 1st shipment of Moderna vaccine this week

The Department of Health Services announced Wisconsin is expecting shipments of the Moderna vaccine to begin arriving at hospitals and clinics this week.

Maskless Santa Claus tests positive for COVID-19, special needs children potentially exposed

A man who played Santa Claus at a sensory event for children with autism tested positive for COVID-19, potentially exposing the children and their families to the novel coronavirus.

FBI warns of potential COVID-19 vaccine scams as nationwide distribution gets underway

The FBI said signs of a scam can include being asked to pay out of pocket to get the coronavirus vaccine or being asked to pay to put your name on a vaccine waiting list.

President-elect Joe Biden receives first dose of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

President-elect Joe Biden received his first round of the COVID-19 vaccine on Monday and urged Americans to get the shot as it becomes available to them.

Mnuchin says $600 coronavirus stimulus checks could arrive next week

American adults who earn less than $75,000 will receive $600, while couples who earn less than $150,000 will receive $1,200 after Congress reached an agreement on a $900B COVID relief deal.

DHS: 1,435 new positive cases of COVID-19 in WI; 8 new deaths

The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose by 1,435 on Monday, Dec. 21, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported, for a total of 458,612.