Joe Biden defeats Bernie Sanders as Wisconsin releases election results
MADISON — Joe Biden emerged victorious Monday, April 13 in Wisconsin’s Democratic presidential primary, a turbulent election far more significant for the struggle over whether it should have been held at all last week amid the coronavirus pandemic.The former vice president’s victory became academic after Vermont Sen.
MADISON — Joe Biden emerged victorious Monday, April 13 in Wisconsin’s Democratic presidential primary, a turbulent election far more significant for the struggle over whether it should have been held at all last week amid the coronavirus pandemic.The former vice president’s victory became academic after Vermont Sen.
'Flattening the curve:' DHS reports slowest 1-day increase in positive COVID-19 cases since March
MILWAUKEE -- Governor Tony Evers and officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services said Monday, April 13 the spread of the coronavirus is slowing -- and there are signs of hope on the horizon.
MILWAUKEE -- Governor Tony Evers and officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services said Monday, April 13 the spread of the coronavirus is slowing -- and there are signs of hope on the horizon.
Gov. Evers believes results of spring election will be decided by courts: 'It was a mess'
MADISON -- FOX6 News reached out to the Republican Party of Wisconsin to ask if the party planned to file any election lawsuits.
MADISON -- FOX6 News reached out to the Republican Party of Wisconsin to ask if the party planned to file any election lawsuits.
'Safer at Home' violation: Brown Deer police broke up baby shower near 51st and Wabash
BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police on Friday, April 10 broke up a baby shower -- being held in violation of Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order intended to stop the spread of the coronavirus.Police were called out to the area near 51st Street and Wabash Avenue around 5 p.m.Officers made contact with a 35-year-old Milwaukee woman who was hosting the baby shower.Police said she complied with escorting everyone from the property.It is up to local law enforcement to make sure people are obeying the restrictions, which took effect March 25.
BROWN DEER -- Brown Deer police on Friday, April 10 broke up a baby shower -- being held in violation of Governor Tony Evers' "Safer at Home" order intended to stop the spread of the coronavirus.Police were called out to the area near 51st Street and Wabash Avenue around 5 p.m.Officers made contact with a 35-year-old Milwaukee woman who was hosting the baby shower.Police said she complied with escorting everyone from the property.It is up to local law enforcement to make sure people are obeying the restrictions, which took effect March 25.
Bernie Sanders endorses former rival Joe Biden for president
WASHINGTON — Bernie Sanders endorsed his former rival Joe Biden for president on Monday, April 13 in a joint online appearance.“I am asking all Americans, I’m asking every Democrat, I’m asking every independent, I’m asking a lot of Republicans, to come together in this campaign to support your candidacy, which I endorse,” Sanders said.The backing is a crucial development for Biden, who must bridge the Democratic Party's ideological divide to unify voters against President Donald Trump in the fall.
WASHINGTON — Bernie Sanders endorsed his former rival Joe Biden for president on Monday, April 13 in a joint online appearance.“I am asking all Americans, I’m asking every Democrat, I’m asking every independent, I’m asking a lot of Republicans, to come together in this campaign to support your candidacy, which I endorse,” Sanders said.The backing is a crucial development for Biden, who must bridge the Democratic Party's ideological divide to unify voters against President Donald Trump in the fall.
President Trump says he'll decide on easing guidelines, not governors
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump asserted Monday that he is the ultimate decision-maker for determining how and when to relax the nation's social distancing guidelines as he grows anxious to reopen the coronavirus-stricken country as soon as possible.Governors and local leaders, who have instituted mandatory restrictions that have the force of law, have expressed concern that President Trump's plan to restore normalcy will cost lives and extend the duration of the outbreak.President Trump has pushed to reopen the economy, which has plummeted as businesses have shuttered, leaving millions of people out of work and struggling to obtain basic commodities.Taking to Twitter on Monday, President Trump said some are "saying that it is the Governors decision to open up the states, not that of the President of the United States & the Federal Government.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump asserted Monday that he is the ultimate decision-maker for determining how and when to relax the nation's social distancing guidelines as he grows anxious to reopen the coronavirus-stricken country as soon as possible.Governors and local leaders, who have instituted mandatory restrictions that have the force of law, have expressed concern that President Trump's plan to restore normalcy will cost lives and extend the duration of the outbreak.President Trump has pushed to reopen the economy, which has plummeted as businesses have shuttered, leaving millions of people out of work and struggling to obtain basic commodities.Taking to Twitter on Monday, President Trump said some are "saying that it is the Governors decision to open up the states, not that of the President of the United States & the Federal Government.
3rd Street Market delivers 1K Easter meals to staff at Froedtert Hospital
MILWAUKEE -- 3rd Street Market delivered 1,000 Easter meals to hospital staff at Froedtert on Saturday, April 11.The meals -- prepared by Milk Bottle Bakery, a future vendor at 3rd Street Market -- will be stored until Easter Sunday and staff will dig in once they complete their shifts in the morning.
MILWAUKEE -- 3rd Street Market delivered 1,000 Easter meals to hospital staff at Froedtert on Saturday, April 11.The meals -- prepared by Milk Bottle Bakery, a future vendor at 3rd Street Market -- will be stored until Easter Sunday and staff will dig in once they complete their shifts in the morning.
Biden beats Sanders to win Alaska Democratic primary
JUNEAU, Alaska — Joe Biden has won the Alaska Democrats' party-run presidential primary, beating Sen.
JUNEAU, Alaska — Joe Biden has won the Alaska Democrats' party-run presidential primary, beating Sen.
'Extremely high' need for PPE as stockpiles dwindle; care facility build continues at Expo Center
WEST ALLIS -- Construction crews were at Wisconsin State Fair Park Saturday, April 11, working to convert the Exposition Center into a makeshift hospital for COVID-19 patients, if the need arises.
WEST ALLIS -- Construction crews were at Wisconsin State Fair Park Saturday, April 11, working to convert the Exposition Center into a makeshift hospital for COVID-19 patients, if the need arises.
White House points to hopeful signs as death toll keeps rising
WASHINGTON — At the end of a week officials had warned would be this generation's Pearl Harbor, White House officials pointed to hopeful signs that the spread of the coronavirus could be slowing, even as President Donald Trump insisted he would not move to reopen the country until it is safe.At the same time, President Trump said he would be announcing the launch of what he dubbed the “Opening our Country" task force, next Tuesday to work toward that goal.“I want to get it open as soon as possible," he said at a Good Friday briefing, while adding: “The facts are going to determine what I do.”With the economy reeling and job losses soaring, President Trump has been itching to reopen the country, drawing alarm from health experts who warn that doing so too quickly could spark a deadly resurgence that could undermine current distancing efforts.But President Trump, who had once set Easter Sunday as the date he hoped people in certain parts of the country might begin to return to work and pack church pews, said he would continue to listen to health experts like Drs.
WASHINGTON — At the end of a week officials had warned would be this generation's Pearl Harbor, White House officials pointed to hopeful signs that the spread of the coronavirus could be slowing, even as President Donald Trump insisted he would not move to reopen the country until it is safe.At the same time, President Trump said he would be announcing the launch of what he dubbed the “Opening our Country" task force, next Tuesday to work toward that goal.“I want to get it open as soon as possible," he said at a Good Friday briefing, while adding: “The facts are going to determine what I do.”With the economy reeling and job losses soaring, President Trump has been itching to reopen the country, drawing alarm from health experts who warn that doing so too quickly could spark a deadly resurgence that could undermine current distancing efforts.But President Trump, who had once set Easter Sunday as the date he hoped people in certain parts of the country might begin to return to work and pack church pews, said he would continue to listen to health experts like Drs.
Milwaukee leaders seek solutions as COVID-19 continues to hit African-American community hard
MILWAUKEE -- New numbers show the coronavirus is disproportionately affecting the African-American community.
MILWAUKEE -- New numbers show the coronavirus is disproportionately affecting the African-American community.
'Patience and sacrifice:' Milwaukee leaders urge canceling Easter plans, including at-home gatherings
MILWAUKEE -- The holidays are typically a time for family gatherings, but this Easter weekend is anything but typical.The Safer at Home order has been in effect now for more than two weeks, and a lot of people are struggling to stay away from friends and loved ones.
MILWAUKEE -- The holidays are typically a time for family gatherings, but this Easter weekend is anything but typical.The Safer at Home order has been in effect now for more than two weeks, and a lot of people are struggling to stay away from friends and loved ones.
Giannis Antetokounmpo donates headphones to Milwaukee children to aid virtual learning
MILWAUKEE -- With students continuing to adjust to virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, technological hurdles can present themselves.To help minimize some of those hurdles, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo intervened.In an Instagram post, Antetokounmpo announced that he is donating headphones to children in Milwaukee to help them adjust to the virtual classroom.
MILWAUKEE -- With students continuing to adjust to virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, technological hurdles can present themselves.To help minimize some of those hurdles, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo intervened.In an Instagram post, Antetokounmpo announced that he is donating headphones to children in Milwaukee to help them adjust to the virtual classroom.
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Gov. Evers might move date of May 12 special election
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Assembly plans virtual session for Tuesday, convening for 1st time since COVID-19 outbreak
MADISON — The state Assembly plans to convene next week for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak began in Wisconsin.Assembly leaders notified members Friday they they plan to call an extraordinary session beginning Tuesday morning.
MADISON — The state Assembly plans to convene next week for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak began in Wisconsin.Assembly leaders notified members Friday they they plan to call an extraordinary session beginning Tuesday morning.
Wisconsin courts turn to livestreaming to keep courts open, accessible
MADISON -- An increasing number of Wisconsin courts are taking advantage of online videoconferencing and live streaming services to keep courts operating and accessible to litigants and the public during the COVID-19 pandemic.The court system has issued Zoom online videoconferencing accounts to each of the state’s 249 circuit court branches and is encouraging judges to live stream their proceedings, according to Director of State Courts Randy R.
MADISON -- An increasing number of Wisconsin courts are taking advantage of online videoconferencing and live streaming services to keep courts operating and accessible to litigants and the public during the COVID-19 pandemic.The court system has issued Zoom online videoconferencing accounts to each of the state’s 249 circuit court branches and is encouraging judges to live stream their proceedings, according to Director of State Courts Randy R.
State Fair Park to turn into makeshift hospital during coronavirus pandemic
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Joe Biden's next big decision: Choosing a running mate
WASHINGTON -- Joe Biden faces the most important decision of his five-decade political career: choosing a vice president.The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee expects to name a committee to vet potential running mates next week, according to three Democrats with knowledge of the situation who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal plans.
WASHINGTON -- Joe Biden faces the most important decision of his five-decade political career: choosing a vice president.The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee expects to name a committee to vet potential running mates next week, according to three Democrats with knowledge of the situation who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal plans.
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