Wisconsin Dem congressional reps send letter to FEMA, say state's received no COVID testing materials
MADISON -- Democratic Wisconsin Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Ron Kind (WI-03) sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) questioning why Wisconsin has received none of the testing materials requested on March 28 and 29 -- specifically testing kits, test collection swabs and reagents.A news release Thursday, April 16 from Rep.
MADISON -- Democratic Wisconsin Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Ron Kind (WI-03) sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) questioning why Wisconsin has received none of the testing materials requested on March 28 and 29 -- specifically testing kits, test collection swabs and reagents.A news release Thursday, April 16 from Rep.
Gov. Evers directs DHS to extend 'Safer at Home' to May 26
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China foreign ministry: WHO found no evidence coronavirus started in lab
WUHAN, China -- China's foreign ministry Thursday, April 16 told reporters the World Health Organization has said there is no evidence the coronavirus outbreak came from a laboratory, according to a report.Spokesman Zhao Lijian was responding to a question about accusations the virus originated from a lab in Wuhan, China, according to Reuters.FOX News reported Wednesday that there is increasing confidence the COVID-19 outbreak likely started in a Wuhan laboratory.
WUHAN, China -- China's foreign ministry Thursday, April 16 told reporters the World Health Organization has said there is no evidence the coronavirus outbreak came from a laboratory, according to a report.Spokesman Zhao Lijian was responding to a question about accusations the virus originated from a lab in Wuhan, China, according to Reuters.FOX News reported Wednesday that there is increasing confidence the COVID-19 outbreak likely started in a Wuhan laboratory.
Gov. Evers tells President Trump Wisconsin faces $2 billion in losses
MADISON — Wisconsin faces $2 billion in revenue losses due to skyrocketing unemployment and other hits to the economy caused by the coronavirus, Gov.
MADISON — Wisconsin faces $2 billion in revenue losses due to skyrocketing unemployment and other hits to the economy caused by the coronavirus, Gov.
President Trump gives governors 3-phase plan to reopen economy
WASHINGTON — New White House guidelines outline a phased approach to restoring normal commerce and services, but only for places with strong testing and seeing a decrease in COVID-19 cases.President Donald Trump unveiled his administration's plans to ease social distancing requirements on a call Thursday with the nation's governors.The new guidelines are aimed at clearing the way for an easing of restrictions in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.Places with declining infections and strong testing would begin a three-phased gradual reopening of businesses and schools, which each phase lasting at least 14 days, meant to ensure that the virus outbreak doesn't accelerate again.Those most susceptible to the respiratory disease would be advised to remain sheltered in place until the final phase.
WASHINGTON — New White House guidelines outline a phased approach to restoring normal commerce and services, but only for places with strong testing and seeing a decrease in COVID-19 cases.President Donald Trump unveiled his administration's plans to ease social distancing requirements on a call Thursday with the nation's governors.The new guidelines are aimed at clearing the way for an easing of restrictions in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.Places with declining infections and strong testing would begin a three-phased gradual reopening of businesses and schools, which each phase lasting at least 14 days, meant to ensure that the virus outbreak doesn't accelerate again.Those most susceptible to the respiratory disease would be advised to remain sheltered in place until the final phase.
'Not a time for complacency:' Milw. Co. leaders say improvements needed in COVID-19 fight
MILWAUKEE -- It's the time of year that normally brings rebirth as we awaken from a winter haze.
MILWAUKEE -- It's the time of year that normally brings rebirth as we awaken from a winter haze.
VP Pence to visit GE Healthcare in Madison; highlight ventilator production amid COVID-19
MADISON -- Vice President Mike Pence is traveling to Wisconsin next week to highlight the production of ventilators during the coronavirus pandemic.His office said Pence will travel to Madison, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, April 21 to visit a GE Healthcare manufacturing facility.
MADISON -- Vice President Mike Pence is traveling to Wisconsin next week to highlight the production of ventilators during the coronavirus pandemic.His office said Pence will travel to Madison, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, April 21 to visit a GE Healthcare manufacturing facility.
Milwaukee County supervisor calls on Governor Evers to 'immediately rescind' 'Safer at Home' order
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County supervisor and Wisconsin state senator on Wednesday, April 15 called for the end to Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order amid the coronavirus pandemic.Gov.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County supervisor and Wisconsin state senator on Wednesday, April 15 called for the end to Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order amid the coronavirus pandemic.Gov.
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EU blasts President Trump's WHO funding cut, fears it worsens pandemic
GENEVA — Nations around the world reacted with alarm Wednesday after President Donald Trump announced a halt to the sizable funding the United States sends to the World Health Organization.
GENEVA — Nations around the world reacted with alarm Wednesday after President Donald Trump announced a halt to the sizable funding the United States sends to the World Health Organization.
State officials revoke guidance that would've ended 'window visits' at nursing homes
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Board on Aging and Long Term Care quickly reversed guidance issued Monday, April 13 that so-called "window visits" would be prohibited at the state's nursing homes and long-term care facilities amid the coronavirus pandemic.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Board on Aging and Long Term Care quickly reversed guidance issued Monday, April 13 that so-called "window visits" would be prohibited at the state's nursing homes and long-term care facilities amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Officials: Wave of COVID-19 cases related to in-person voting still possible, 'too early to know'
MILWAUKEE -- Despite the lowest one-day increase in cases in the state Monday, Milwaukee County health officials said they are still expecting a formal peak in COVID-19 cases.Thousands lined up to vote last Tuesday, April 7.
MILWAUKEE -- Despite the lowest one-day increase in cases in the state Monday, Milwaukee County health officials said they are still expecting a formal peak in COVID-19 cases.Thousands lined up to vote last Tuesday, April 7.
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'Not going to be flipping a switch:' Gov. Evers, expert panel discuss paths to re-open economy
MILWAUKEE -- The big question on everyone's mind during the coronavirus pandemic: When will life get back to normal?
MILWAUKEE -- The big question on everyone's mind during the coronavirus pandemic: When will life get back to normal?
President Trump halts US payments to World Health Organization
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he has directed a halt to U.S. payments to the World Health Organization pending a review of its warnings about the coronavirus and China.President Trump says the outbreak could have been contained at its source and spared lives had the U.N. health agency done a better job investigating reports coming out of China.The president says the world depends on the World Health Organization to work with countries to make sure accurate information about health threats are shared in a timely manner.President Trump claims the organization failed to carry out its “basic duty” and must be held accountable.But Trump says the U.S. will continue to engage with the organization in pursuit of what he calls meaningful reforms.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he has directed a halt to U.S. payments to the World Health Organization pending a review of its warnings about the coronavirus and China.President Trump says the outbreak could have been contained at its source and spared lives had the U.N. health agency done a better job investigating reports coming out of China.The president says the world depends on the World Health Organization to work with countries to make sure accurate information about health threats are shared in a timely manner.President Trump claims the organization failed to carry out its “basic duty” and must be held accountable.But Trump says the U.S. will continue to engage with the organization in pursuit of what he calls meaningful reforms.
Wisconsin Assembly approves coronavirus recovery bill with 97-2 vote
MADISON — About two-thirds of the Wisconsin Assembly's 99 members participated remotely in a virtual session Tuesday to vote on a coronavirus response bill, the first time lawmakers have gathered since the pandemic.The session took place in the Assembly chamber as usual, but due to concerns about spreading the virus, many representatives attended via videoconference.
MADISON — About two-thirds of the Wisconsin Assembly's 99 members participated remotely in a virtual session Tuesday to vote on a coronavirus response bill, the first time lawmakers have gathered since the pandemic.The session took place in the Assembly chamber as usual, but due to concerns about spreading the virus, many representatives attended via videoconference.
While winter moratorium ends April 15, power cannot be shut off until COVID-19 orders lifted
MADISON -- The winter moratorium for disconnections of water, electric and natural gas service used for home heating as a result of non-payment is set to expire on Wednesday, April 15, but utilities cannot drop customers until Governor Tony Evers lifts his "Safer at Home" order issued in an effort to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.
MADISON -- The winter moratorium for disconnections of water, electric and natural gas service used for home heating as a result of non-payment is set to expire on Wednesday, April 15, but utilities cannot drop customers until Governor Tony Evers lifts his "Safer at Home" order issued in an effort to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Barack Obama endorses Joe Biden, says former VP has 'qualities we need'
WASHINGTON — Former President Barack Obama endorsed Joe Biden in a video on Tuesday, giving the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee a boost from the party’s biggest fundraiser and one of its most popular figures.“I believe Joe has all the qualities we need in a president right now,” Obama said in a nearly 12- minute video, touting him as a “close friend” and lauding him for his perseverance and compassion.Obama and Biden are close friends from their two terms in the White House, when Biden served as vice president.
WASHINGTON — Former President Barack Obama endorsed Joe Biden in a video on Tuesday, giving the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee a boost from the party’s biggest fundraiser and one of its most popular figures.“I believe Joe has all the qualities we need in a president right now,” Obama said in a nearly 12- minute video, touting him as a “close friend” and lauding him for his perseverance and compassion.Obama and Biden are close friends from their two terms in the White House, when Biden served as vice president.
New President Trump panel to explore path to reopening US economy
WASHINGTON — Every day, a team of public health officials turns up in the White House briefing room to lay out measures being taken to contain the coronavirus pandemic.
WASHINGTON — Every day, a team of public health officials turns up in the White House briefing room to lay out measures being taken to contain the coronavirus pandemic.
Tom Barrett easily earns 5th term as Milwaukee's mayor: 'It's really a thrill of a lifetime'
MILWAUKEE -- Tom Barrett earned another term as the mayor of Milwaukee -- by defeating State Sen.
MILWAUKEE -- Tom Barrett earned another term as the mayor of Milwaukee -- by defeating State Sen.