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Over 1,000 New Cases, But Active Hospitalizations Drop
Testing continues to sag.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneJohnson’s Attacks on Unemployment Aid Lack Evidence
The pandemic, not unemployment insurance, is keeping people out of work.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerThis Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality, Racial Injustice
This weekend there is a mural unveiling and a bike ride to celebrate Black lives.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Graham KilmerBusinesses Struggle to Survive the Pandemic
Payroll Protection Program helped local businesses, but state should boost startup tax credits to reinvigorate the economy
Aug 14th, 2020 by John TorinusSenate Democrats Demand Postmaster Address Delays
The Senators urge the postmaster not to make it harder for people to vote.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin ExaminerWhen Will Milwaukee’s Presidential Election Results Come In?
The primary had voters waiting until 2:30 a.m. Next race could have three times the ballots.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneAre COVID-19 Deaths Higher Than We Think?
An epidemiological model suggests they could be.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerMask Mandate Applies to Trump Events
Gov. Evers said he expects residents to wear masks when the president visits.
Aug 14th, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonMilwaukee County Currently Suppressing COVID-19
New cases continue to go down as R-value is below 1.
Aug 13th, 2020 by Graham KilmerUnemployment Claims Below 1 Million Last Week
Though only by a little. 963,000 still filed new claims.
Aug 13th, 2020 by Graham KilmerBus Capacity Increasing to 15
The social distancing precautions and mask-mandate remain.
Aug 13th, 2020 by Graham KilmerUWM Professor Studying How To Improve Pandemic Communication
Researchers want to provide media and educators suggestions on how to better communicate health information.
Aug 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene