Health

GOP Legislators Refuse Special Session on Medicaid Expansion

GOP Legislators Refuse Special Session on Medicaid Expansion

The Republican-controlled Senate and Assembly both adjourn sessions without debate or votes.

Transportation: MCTS Coats Air Filters With COVID-19 Fighting Spray
Transportation

MCTS Coats Air Filters With COVID-19 Fighting Spray

County Executive David Crowley hopes treatment will provide more security for bus riders

WI Daily: 151 New COVID-19 Cases Reported
WI Daily

151 New COVID-19 Cases Reported

DHS reported 1 COVID-19 death.

State’s New Top Doc Will Prioritize Communication

State’s New Top Doc Will Prioritize Communication

Dr. Jasmine Zapata wants to be receptive to community needs, promote health programs.

WI Daily: 147 New COVID-19 Cases Reported
WI Daily

147 New COVID-19 Cases Reported

DHS reported no COVID-19 deaths.

WI Daily: 293 New COVID-19 Cases Reported
WI Daily

293 New COVID-19 Cases Reported

DHS reported 3 COVID-19 deaths.

MKE County: Board Approves Dontre Hamilton Memorial
MKE County

Board Approves Dontre Hamilton Memorial

Memorial bench and plaque in Red Arrow Park to honor man killed by a police officer.

WI Daily: 406 New COVID-19 Cases Reported
WI Daily

406 New COVID-19 Cases Reported

DHS reported 8 COVID-19 deaths.

MKE County: COVID-19 Declining in Milwaukee
MKE County

COVID-19 Declining in Milwaukee

Local data shows declining cases and community suppression of COVID-19.

Baldwin Pushes Abortion Rights Bill

Baldwin Pushes Abortion Rights Bill

Federal legislation guarantees equal access to abortion services throughout the U.S.

Black Drug Overdose Death Rate Spikes

Black Drug Overdose Death Rate Spikes

Deaths in county up in 2021, but up the most for African Americans.

Children’s Vaccinations Vary By County

Children’s Vaccinations Vary By County

In Dane County, 29% of those aged 12 to 15 have had first dose, in Clark County just 1%.