Federal health officials planning to get coronavirus shots to nursing homes
The nation has 15,000-16,000 nursing homes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There may be another 20,000-45,000 assisted living facilities and similar kinds of settings for elderly and disabled people.
The nation has 15,000-16,000 nursing homes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There may be another 20,000-45,000 assisted living facilities and similar kinds of settings for elderly and disabled people.
Man protects 300 dogs from Hurricane Delta by bringing them inside his home to keep them safe
As the dangerous Hurricane Delta closed in on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Ricardo Pimentel opened his home — to about 300 dogs. All survived the storm thanks to Pimentel and his animal rescue group.
As the dangerous Hurricane Delta closed in on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Ricardo Pimentel opened his home — to about 300 dogs. All survived the storm thanks to Pimentel and his animal rescue group.
Dispose of unwanted, unused medications on Drug Take Back Day
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that nearly 230 local law enforcement agencies will be participating in Drug Take Back Day.
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that nearly 230 local law enforcement agencies will be participating in Drug Take Back Day.
Global struggles continue as confirmed coronavirus cases reach 40 million
The world's number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 has surpassed 40 million.
The world's number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 has surpassed 40 million.
Mounting evidence ties blood type to COVID-19 risk, O may help, A may hurt
In two new studies, those with type A blood were more likely to have severe disease, while those with type O were less likely.
In two new studies, those with type A blood were more likely to have severe disease, while those with type O were less likely.
Trump calls Fauci a 'disaster,' says people are tired of hearing about COVID-19
President Donald Trump sought Monday to buck up his campaign staffers two weeks from Election Day, dismissing the cautionary coronavirus advice of his scientific experts as well as polling showing him trailing Democratic rival Joe Biden across key battleground states.
President Donald Trump sought Monday to buck up his campaign staffers two weeks from Election Day, dismissing the cautionary coronavirus advice of his scientific experts as well as polling showing him trailing Democratic rival Joe Biden across key battleground states.
Wisconsin judge reimposes order limiting capacity of indoor gatherings
A Wisconsin judge reimposed an order from Gov. Tony Evers limiting the number of people who can gather in bars, restaurants and other indoor places.
A Wisconsin judge reimposed an order from Gov. Tony Evers limiting the number of people who can gather in bars, restaurants and other indoor places.
Wales to implement 2-week 'firebreak' lockdown as COVID-19 cases spike
All non-essential retail, leisure, hospitality and tourism businesses in Wales will close for two weeks beginning Oct. 23 — a lockdown similar in scope to the U.K.-wide measures imposed in March.
All non-essential retail, leisure, hospitality and tourism businesses in Wales will close for two weeks beginning Oct. 23 — a lockdown similar in scope to the U.K.-wide measures imposed in March.
Wisconsin state park visits surge amid COVID-19 pandemic
More people are flocking to Wisconsin state parks amid the coronavirus pandemic.
More people are flocking to Wisconsin state parks amid the coronavirus pandemic.
China's economy accelerates as coronavirus recovery gains strength
China’s shaky economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic is gaining strength as consumers return to shopping malls and auto dealerships while the United States and Europe endure painful contractions.
China’s shaky economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic is gaining strength as consumers return to shopping malls and auto dealerships while the United States and Europe endure painful contractions.
Trump teases stepping in if Republicans oppose multi-trillion dollar stimulus package
President Trump hinted he might intervene if Republican senators don't support a second coronavirus stimulus package worth trillions of dollars, during an interview with Charles Benson of WTMJ4 Milwaukee on Saturday.
President Trump hinted he might intervene if Republican senators don't support a second coronavirus stimulus package worth trillions of dollars, during an interview with Charles Benson of WTMJ4 Milwaukee on Saturday.
Texas teen wins $25K for work on possible COVID-19 solution
14-year-old eighth-grader Anika Chebrolu of Frisco has won the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge for her study on COVID-19.
14-year-old eighth-grader Anika Chebrolu of Frisco has won the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge for her study on COVID-19.
Milwaukee group helps pregnant teenagers
Jessica Currie is working with eight clients, all expectant teen moms.
Jessica Currie is working with eight clients, all expectant teen moms.
School leaders face challenges in assessing students' progress
Testing has become a challenge to school leaders trying to work through the COVID-19 pandemic. This, as districts are going both in-person and virtual.
Testing has become a challenge to school leaders trying to work through the COVID-19 pandemic. This, as districts are going both in-person and virtual.
NARI Home Show goes on days after COVID-19 care facility opens
The NARI Home Show took place at the Products Pavilion at Wisconsin State Fair Park, just a few hundred feet from the COVID-19 alternate care facility.
The NARI Home Show took place at the Products Pavilion at Wisconsin State Fair Park, just a few hundred feet from the COVID-19 alternate care facility.
'We can't judge:' Milwaukee group helps teen moms-to-be
According to the most recent data from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, in 2018, 3.8% of births statewide were to teen moms. In Milwaukee County, it rises to 6% and in the city of Milwaukee, it's 7.7%.
According to the most recent data from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, in 2018, 3.8% of births statewide were to teen moms. In Milwaukee County, it rises to 6% and in the city of Milwaukee, it's 7.7%.
Pelosi sets 48-hour deadline to reach stimulus deal before Election Day
In terms of reaching a deal before Election Day, Nancy Pelosi reaffirmed that any chance of a breakthrough will "depend on the administration."
In terms of reaching a deal before Election Day, Nancy Pelosi reaffirmed that any chance of a breakthrough will "depend on the administration."
Dog takes no chances, donning mask while out in public amid rising COVID-19 cases
A dog in Ireland was seen donning a mask while out on a stroll with its owner.
A dog in Ireland was seen donning a mask while out on a stroll with its owner.
Disney World reveals hours for New Year's Eve
Disney World has revealed the operating hours for its various parks for the last week of December and the first two days of January.
Disney World has revealed the operating hours for its various parks for the last week of December and the first two days of January.
HHS Secretary Alex Azar urges Americans to keep masking up
Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar is urging Americans to stick with safeguards against COVID-19 such as mask-wearing.
Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar is urging Americans to stick with safeguards against COVID-19 such as mask-wearing.