Health
Holding the Election Could Kill People
Vos and Fitzgerald must wake up. There's overwhelming evidence that people gathering for election will spread disease.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Tom NelsonHow to Enjoy State Parks Safely
Visit parks and natural areas, DNR Secretary says, but keep your distance.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Mary Kate McCoy, Wisconsin Public RadioCOVID-19 Coverage Recap
Articles you might have missed over the past week.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Urban MilwaukeeWisconsin Reports 2,267 COVID-19 Cases, 624 Hospitalizations
Death total has risen to 68. 1,148 cases in Milwaukee County.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneChange Lame Duck Law, Baldwin Urges Legislators
Republican law passed to limit governor’s power prevents him from getting federal funding for COVID-19.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin ExaminerCounty Overdose Deaths Up 50% in 2020
Medical Examiner warns current pace would result in 640 deaths in 2020.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Graham KilmerWho Will Be Denied Medical Resources?
State’s disability groups call for equal treatment should life-saving supplies need to be rationed.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerState Prisons Seek More Protective Gear
Corrections department also releases holds on 1,148 nonviolent misdemeanor offenders to reduce spread of disease.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioEssential Workers Tell Their COVID-19 Stories
“Any moment you can catch it,” says one. "We are treated like garbage,” says another.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceWisconsin Reports 2,122 Positive COVID-19 Cases, 56 Deaths
Despite record increases, officials believe curve is flattening, "safer at home" working.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneHouse of Correction Has Confirmed COVID-19 Case
One inmate has confirmed case, several others showing symptoms. Nurse that works at jail also tests positive.
Apr 3rd, 2020 by Graham KilmerResist Spring Fever
Practice social distancing, avoid leaving home when possible.
Apr 3rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene