Milwaukee Health Department

City of Milwaukee COVID-19 Sites Closed on Tuesday, January 25

Individuals in need of COVID-19 services on Tuesday, January 25 should visit HealthyMKE.com for additional testing and vaccination locations available throughout the Milwaukee area.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

The disease burden in the City of Milwaukee this week is 1,240.7 new positive COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people over seven days and remains in the “extreme transmission” category.

Claim Your Free COVID-19 Tests

USPS will distribute four free tests per household.

Mask Mandate Anticipated To Go Into Effect Saturday

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs measure into law. Lasts until Mar. 1.

Milwaukee Enacts (Soft) Mask Mandate

Largely ceremonial rule applies to publicly-accessible buildings and businesses, ends March 1.

Tuesday’s City of Milwaukee Mask Ordinance Vote

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

The disease burden in the City of Milwaukee this week is 593.2 new positive COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people over seven days and remains in the “extreme transmission” category.

City Moving Toward Cash Vaccination Incentives, Free Rapid Tests

But first the city must figure out how it can purchase the tests.

Milwaukee Health Department Distributes Free N95 Masks

Masks will be available at Milwaukee Health Centers and Milwaukee Public Libraries

Milwaukee Public Schools to Partner with City of Milwaukee Health Department for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

La Escuela Fratney to host the walk-in clinic Thursday, January 13, 2022

COVID-19 Deaths Rising in Milwaukee

In Milwaukee County, 55 people died from COVID-19 during the past seven days.

Milwaukee Health Department to Offer Extended Use of Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines

Milwaukee Giving Away Free N95/KN95 Masks

More than 1% of all Milwaukee residents tested positive for COVID-19 this week.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Milwaukee Public Schools Extends Virtual Instruction

But Health Commissioner says health department had no role in decision, expresses concern about impact.

Council Moving To Institute Mask Mandate With No Enforcement

Would apply to all publicly-accessible, indoor businesses and organizations in the City of Milwaukee.

Police Will Monitor City’s Covid Testing Sites

Overcrowding, aggressive behavior lead to request for police presence.

Omicron Drives County’s Worst Pandemic Surge

'Staggering' surge in cases, hospitalizations 'unprecedented' for Milwaukee, official says.

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson Contracts COVID-19

Johnson is fully vaccinated and boosted.

Milwaukee Health Department COVID-19 Testing Hours for New Year’s Weekend

COVID Testing Surges, While Mayor Pleads For More Vaccinations

City testing sites operating at near max capacity while there is no wait for vaccinations.

Neighborhoods Drowning in Liquor Stores

There’s a clear connection to violence in those city neighborhoods.

City, County Struggle for Solutions to Overdose Deaths

South-side ZIP code hardest hit. A push for legislation to legalize test strips.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

County Will Expand Addiction Prevention, Treatment

Recent $71 million legal settlement provides funding for this.

MTEA Statement on Omicron Covid-19 Surge in City of Milwaukee

Dimitrijevic Offers Plan to Fight COVID-19

Mayoral candidate wants free at-home tests and $100 incentive to get vaccine and booster.

How to Stay COVID-Free For Holidays

6 things you can do to protect yourself and others.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

General City Workers Will Get 2% Raise

First raise for non-resident workers since 2008.

First Case of the Omicron Variant Identified in Wisconsin

Governor Evers, DHS urge vaccination and continued public health practices to reduce the spread of the Omicron variant

DHS Provides Update on Omicron Variant

No cases among Wisconsin residents have been identified at this time but investigation is ongoing

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Celebrate the holidays with Latino Arts, Inc. with Local Favorite, De la Buena, in Concert on Friday, December 3

Nonprofit Organization Dedicated to Providing Hispanic Cultural Arts Invites Public to Enjoy a Night of Latin Jazz

Get Vaccinated, Get Your Photo With Championship Trophy

And a chance for free Bucks tickets. Team partners on vaccine clinic Saturday.

Advisory from the City of Milwaukee Commissioner of Health

City of Milwaukee Health Department Seeks Input for Strategic Plan

MLK Community Center to Host Make a Family Smile 2021 Drive-Thru Turkey Drive

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Health Department Bringing Vaccine Clinics to Local Schools

Health department running clinics to vaccinate children ages five to 11.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Teams Up with Milwaukee Bucks to Vaccinate Children

State Could Get $800 Million For Water Systems

Federal infrastructure bill could help pay for replacing lead pipes, upgrading sewer systems and more.

Report Shows Slight Uptick in COVID-19

Though transmission rate stays below 1.0.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for Children Ages 5 to 11

Latinx Medical Students Doing COVID-19 Outreach

Going to south-side churches, fairs, festivals with information about the disease and vaccines.

Clinic Helps Kids With Behavioral Issues

Partnership between Penfield Children’s Center and Marquette University provides psychiatric services to children.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

MATC and City of Milwaukee Health Department Hold Vaccine Walk-in Clinic at MATC Education Center at Walker’s Square Oct. 28

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Milwaukee Rolls Out Vaccination Promotion For Second Shot

City will pay $25 to 1,000 people to get second shot. More than 23,000 people are currently eligible.

COVID-19 Second Dose Vaccine Incentive Program to Launch October 21

Get your flu shot today!

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 20, 2021

ARPA Funding May Delay City’s Fiscal Cliff Says Policy Forum

Non-partisan organization reinforces need for state support to address Milwaukee's structural financial issues.

Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation

Housing, lead abatement, child care, police recruits, violence prevention, a new MLK library and more.

Committee recommends approval of ARPA omnibus proposal

Includes funding for public safety and crime prevention, housing, lead abatement, continued COVID response and more

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

New COVID-19 Mass Testing Site Opens in Menomonee Valley

New site at a former WisDOT emissions testing site. It replaces American Family Field testing site.

Street Angels Say Milwaukee Homeless Population Rising

Outreach organization says the population is often undercounted by local officials.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

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Milwaukee Bucks to Require Fans Seated Within 15 Feet of Court to Show Proof of COVID-19 Vaccine or Negative COVID-19 Test Upon Entry to Fiserv Forum

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

MATC, City of Milwaukee Health Dept. Hold Vaccine Clinic Oct. 6 at MATC Education Center at Walker’s Square

Vaccination of North Side Youth Lags Behind County Average

High school students discuss the vaccine, hesitancy and school during COVID-19.

The Battle For New City Mask Mandate

As COVID-19 cases surge, teachers union and 11 other groups demand restored mandate, which many businesses oppose.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Milwaukee Marathon Canceled Second Year In A Row

The event was struggling with permitting for the course and security.

City Offers $100 Vaccination Incentive

Health department will pay up to 1,000 people to get their first COVID-19 vaccination.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Milwaukee Health Department excusing inaction with insufficient data, right-wing talking points

MTEA renews call for citywide indoor mask requirement, other increased protections

UWM reaches 70% vaccination rate goal, pushes for more

American Family Field COVID-19 Testing Site Closing

Brewers playoff run requires team to use parking lot.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Milwaukee Planning Its Own COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive

New program will replace expiring state effort. Employer mandates expected to boost interest.

More Than 660 Street Trees Lost in August Storm

City officials debating how to get ready for next big storm as they await bill from "unprecedented" event.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Memorial Remembers Victims of Opioid Addiction

Event held downtown in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day.

Council Delays Action On ARPA Funds

City has $193 million in the bank. But how to spend it still being debated.

COVID-19 Holding At High Levels

243 people hospitalized in county, hospital beds at 95% capacity, staff shortages an issue.

Milwaukee Performing Arts Organizations Require Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID-19 Test for Audiences

Florentine Opera, Marcus Performing Arts Center, Milwaukee Ballet, Milwaukee Repertory Theater and Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra among organizations announcing COVID audience screening

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Vaccination rates continue to slowly increase at a rate of approximately 0.5% each week

Mayor Tom Barrett Announces COVID Vaccination Will Be Required for General City Employees

Get Vaccinated, Get $100 From State

Gov. Evers announces incentive payment. And FDA issues full authorization for Pfizer's vaccine.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Health Care Providers Preparing For COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots

Booster of Pfizer and Moderna will likely be available by late September.

Immunocompromised People Eligible for Third Dose of COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine

New Grant Funds Free Condom Program

414ALL has distributed 1 million condoms since 2014, but faces funding challenge.

How Does The Eviction Moratorium Work?

Latest order only covers areas with substantial or high COVID-19 transmission. That includes Milwaukee, for now.

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

Milwaukee Cleans Up From Storm, Braces For Another Difficult Night

Tens of thousands of Milwaukee residents remain without power Wednesday afternoon.

Milwaukee Cooling Centers Available Amidst High Temperatures

Wild Space Dance Company presents Flipside/Lakeside at Milwaukee Art Museum

Neil Albrecht Joins Charles Allis / Villa Terrace as Interim Executive Director

Summerfest Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination or Negative Test

Music festival is first major outdoor event in Milwaukee area to implement requirement.

COVID-19 Cases Rapidly Increasing

The county's weekly case rate is 18 times higher than one month ago.

Milwaukee Health Care Systems Mandating COVID-19 Vaccination

Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin, Advocate Aurora, Ascension and Children's Wisconsin are all instituting vaccine requirements for personnel.

Deer District Linked To Nearly 500 COVID-19 Cases

But correlation is not causation. Many Bucks fans went to other places on those nights.

Milwaukee Sees ‘Extreme’ COVID-19 Transmission

Hospitalizations statewide have quadrupled over the past month.

COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Hours to Change

Beginning August 2, health centers will adjust hours to include some evenings and weekends

Will Bucks Celebrations Hike COVID-19 Cases?

Health officials fear a spike could come. Half of county residents are not vaccinated.