Apple introduces hand-washing feature on Apple Watch with 20-second countdown timer
CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Proper hand-washing is pivotal in preventing the spread of germs, a point that’s become particularly highlighted amid the global coronavirus pandemic, and Apple wants to help with a gentle nudge of its wearable tech.A 2018 study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that most people don’t wash their hands correctly, including failing to wash for the necessary 20 seconds.Considering this fact, Apple announced a new feature on the Apple Watch which automatically detects hand-washing and initiates a 20-second countdown timer.The watch can pick up signs that the wearer is at a sink, based on motion sensors and the sound of water, according to the Washington Post.If the person finishes early, they’ll be prompted to keep washing.The new feature is part of WatchOS 7, a software update for Apple Watch users coming in the fall.
CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Proper hand-washing is pivotal in preventing the spread of germs, a point that’s become particularly highlighted amid the global coronavirus pandemic, and Apple wants to help with a gentle nudge of its wearable tech.A 2018 study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that most people don’t wash their hands correctly, including failing to wash for the necessary 20 seconds.Considering this fact, Apple announced a new feature on the Apple Watch which automatically detects hand-washing and initiates a 20-second countdown timer.The watch can pick up signs that the wearer is at a sink, based on motion sensors and the sound of water, according to the Washington Post.If the person finishes early, they’ll be prompted to keep washing.The new feature is part of WatchOS 7, a software update for Apple Watch users coming in the fall.
Google workers question police department ties: 'We’re disappointed'
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- More than 1,600 Google workers signed a letter to CEO Sundar Pichai, in a bid to prevent the company from continuing to sell products to police departments, according to a report from TechCrunch on Monday.“We’re disappointed to know that Google is still selling to police forces, and advertises its connection with police forces as somehow progressive, and seeks more expansive sales rather than severing ties with police and joining the millions who want to defang and defund these institutions,” the letter, viewed by the publication, stated.Employees specifically pointed out Google's public recognition of a partnership with the Clarkstown, New York, Police Department, which has been sued over claims it engaged in illegal surveillance practices in 2015, pertaining to Black Lives Matters protestors.A spokesperson for Google said workers have made more than 500 product suggestions throughout recent weeks, which are being reviewed.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- More than 1,600 Google workers signed a letter to CEO Sundar Pichai, in a bid to prevent the company from continuing to sell products to police departments, according to a report from TechCrunch on Monday.“We’re disappointed to know that Google is still selling to police forces, and advertises its connection with police forces as somehow progressive, and seeks more expansive sales rather than severing ties with police and joining the millions who want to defang and defund these institutions,” the letter, viewed by the publication, stated.Employees specifically pointed out Google's public recognition of a partnership with the Clarkstown, New York, Police Department, which has been sued over claims it engaged in illegal surveillance practices in 2015, pertaining to Black Lives Matters protestors.A spokesperson for Google said workers have made more than 500 product suggestions throughout recent weeks, which are being reviewed.
Police: Man shot, seriously injured near 60th and Green Tree
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened on the city's north side Tuesday morning, June 23.Authorities said a 32-year-old Milwaukee man was struck around 10:30 a.m. near 60th and Green Tree.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened on the city's north side Tuesday morning, June 23.Authorities said a 32-year-old Milwaukee man was struck around 10:30 a.m. near 60th and Green Tree.
MCSO: Photos of people killed in encounters with law enforcement found hanging from nooses in Riverside Park
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating after six laminated cards were found attached to a tree with nooses in Riverside Park Saturday, June 20.MCSO officials said in a news release Monday, June 22 "the cards depicted the photographs of Black men and women who have been killed in encounters with law enforcement or private citizens, as well as information describing each incident."An investigation was opened "immediately," and is ongoing, MCSO officials said, noting the investigation "has identified pertinent information."The Original Black Panthers of Milwaukee posted about the incident on social media Saturday:Anyone with information was asked to please contact MCSO at 414-278-4788.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating after six laminated cards were found attached to a tree with nooses in Riverside Park Saturday, June 20.MCSO officials said in a news release Monday, June 22 "the cards depicted the photographs of Black men and women who have been killed in encounters with law enforcement or private citizens, as well as information describing each incident."An investigation was opened "immediately," and is ongoing, MCSO officials said, noting the investigation "has identified pertinent information."The Original Black Panthers of Milwaukee posted about the incident on social media Saturday:Anyone with information was asked to please contact MCSO at 414-278-4788.
'Y'all don't deserve a life:' Burlington man accused of resisting, threatening deputies after pursuit
RACINE COUNTY -- A Burlington man faces multiple charges after prosecutors said he was involved in a high speed pursuit in the Village of Rochester in Racine County on June 15 -- and resisted and threatened deputies trying to arrest him.It happened on Monday, June 15 around 11:30 p.m.David Marshall Jr. 22, faces the following charges:
RACINE COUNTY -- A Burlington man faces multiple charges after prosecutors said he was involved in a high speed pursuit in the Village of Rochester in Racine County on June 15 -- and resisted and threatened deputies trying to arrest him.It happened on Monday, June 15 around 11:30 p.m.David Marshall Jr. 22, faces the following charges:
Fire crews called to house fire in Racine, 5 occupants displaced
RACINE -- Fire officials were called to a house fire near Row Avenue and Howland Avenue Monday afternoon, June 22.As crews arrived shortly after 4 p.m., they saw a man on a balcony who was attempting to contain the fire that started in the second-floor bedroom.
RACINE -- Fire officials were called to a house fire near Row Avenue and Howland Avenue Monday afternoon, June 22.As crews arrived shortly after 4 p.m., they saw a man on a balcony who was attempting to contain the fire that started in the second-floor bedroom.
'The ambulance was taking too long:' Brother remembers man killed in crash after 5 shot
MILWAUKEE -- Five people were shot at a party near 28th Street and Ruby Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, June 21, according to police.
MILWAUKEE -- Five people were shot at a party near 28th Street and Ruby Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, June 21, according to police.
Racine County Sheriff’s Office: Child sex crimes investigation turns up pipe bombs
BURLINGTON, Wis. — The Racine County Sheriff’s Office says authorities who were investigating a man on allegations of child sex abuse found pipe bombs in a Burlington residence.A sheriff's office release says that 38-year-old Kyle Gustin is being held in the Racine County Jail on two counts of possession of improvised explosives and numerous counts of child sex crimes.
BURLINGTON, Wis. — The Racine County Sheriff’s Office says authorities who were investigating a man on allegations of child sex abuse found pipe bombs in a Burlington residence.A sheriff's office release says that 38-year-old Kyle Gustin is being held in the Racine County Jail on two counts of possession of improvised explosives and numerous counts of child sex crimes.
24-year-old injured in shooting near 32nd and Hampton, police say
MILWAUKEE -- Police say a 24-year-old man sustained non-life threatening injuries in a shooting around noon on Monday, June 22 near N. 32nd Street and W.
MILWAUKEE -- Police say a 24-year-old man sustained non-life threatening injuries in a shooting around noon on Monday, June 22 near N. 32nd Street and W.
Police investigate shots fired incident near Chase and Holt
MILWAUKEE -- Police say they are investigating a call of shots fired near S.
MILWAUKEE -- Police say they are investigating a call of shots fired near S.
Amazon delivery driver praised for following odd 'additional instructions' for package
MAGNOLIA, Del. -- An Amazon driver is being celebrated for delivering a little fun — and attention to detail — with her packages.Last week, Lynn Staffieri ordered something off of Amazon.
MAGNOLIA, Del. -- An Amazon driver is being celebrated for delivering a little fun — and attention to detail — with her packages.Last week, Lynn Staffieri ordered something off of Amazon.
MFD: No injuries in fire at linen supply company near 64th and Douglas
MILWAUKEE -- There were no injuries as firefighters battled a fire at a linen supply company near 64th Street and Douglas Avenue in Milwaukee Sunday evening, June 21.It happened around 7:30 p.m.Officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department said fire was coming from the back of the building in an loading dock area.
MILWAUKEE -- There were no injuries as firefighters battled a fire at a linen supply company near 64th Street and Douglas Avenue in Milwaukee Sunday evening, June 21.It happened around 7:30 p.m.Officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department said fire was coming from the back of the building in an loading dock area.
ME investigates 4 homicides, 2 fatal crashes, 6 probable ODs, 2 COVID-19 related deaths
MILWAUKEE — Fourteen separate shootings between Friday morning, June 19 and Sunday morning, June 21 left five people dead and 16 hurt.
MILWAUKEE — Fourteen separate shootings between Friday morning, June 19 and Sunday morning, June 21 left five people dead and 16 hurt.
Police: 5 shot at party near 28th and Ruby; man, woman killed in crash on the way to the hospital
MILWAUKEE -- Five people were shot at a party near 28th Street and Ruby Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, June 21, according to police.
MILWAUKEE -- Five people were shot at a party near 28th Street and Ruby Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, June 21, according to police.
Triple shooting near 5th and Center leaves 1 dead, 2 injured
MILWAUKEE -- Police said one man died and two others were injured in a shooting near 5th Street and Center Street Sunday, June 21 around 3:40 a.m.A 32-year-old Milwaukee man died from his injuries.
MILWAUKEE -- Police said one man died and two others were injured in a shooting near 5th Street and Center Street Sunday, June 21 around 3:40 a.m.A 32-year-old Milwaukee man died from his injuries.
Police: 31-year-old fatally shot near 32nd and Fairmount
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating a homicide that happened near 32nd Street and Fairmount Avenue shortly before 2:30 a.m. Sunday.Police say a 31-year-old Milwaukee man died of his injuries.
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating a homicide that happened near 32nd Street and Fairmount Avenue shortly before 2:30 a.m. Sunday.Police say a 31-year-old Milwaukee man died of his injuries.
'We want peace:' Pastors organize prayer demonstration to support Milwaukee police
MILWAUKEE -- While marches for police reform crisscrossed the city, a group of pastors came together to show support for Milwaukee police through prayer on Saturday, June 20.A small congregation sang its song at the corner of Vel Phillips and Locust.
MILWAUKEE -- While marches for police reform crisscrossed the city, a group of pastors came together to show support for Milwaukee police through prayer on Saturday, June 20.A small congregation sang its song at the corner of Vel Phillips and Locust.
MPD: 29-year-old shot, wounded near Washington Park
MILWAUKEE -- A 29-year-old Milwaukee man was shot and wounded near Washington Park on Saturday, June 20.Police said his injuries were non-life threatening and he was treated at the scene.
MILWAUKEE -- A 29-year-old Milwaukee man was shot and wounded near Washington Park on Saturday, June 20.Police said his injuries were non-life threatening and he was treated at the scene.