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National Guard Not Deployed To Enforce Quarantine
Rumors that guard units were deployed to enforce the stay at home order are unfounded.
Apr 3rd, 2020 by Alana Watson
GOP Lame-Duck Law Blocks COVID-19 Aid
State GOP was warned of unintended consequences to their law in 2018.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
1,730 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 869 in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County reports 20 deaths from disease, 17 were African Americans.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Resources for Senior Citizens During the Pandemic
Senior grocery shopping hours, food services and caregiver support.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Bridget Fogarty
1,550 COVID-19 Cases, Biggest One Day Increase
State reports 26 percent of individuals with confirmed cases are hospitalized.
Apr 1st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Races To Do More COVID-19 Testing
But faces problem: shortage of everything.
Apr 1st, 2020 by Will Cushman
Milwaukee Prepares for COVID-19 Surge
More hospital capacity, ventilators, protective equipment needed for coming onslaught.
Mar 31st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Trump Downplays Pandemic in Midwest
Reality: as one Wisconsin doctor put it, a COVID-19 “tsunami” is coming.
Mar 31st, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
1,351 Positive COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 674 in Milwaukee County
State working with private partners to double testing capacity.
Mar 31st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Urges Legislators to Convene
“We still need” state solutions to coming surge of COVID-19 patients, he warns.
Mar 31st, 2020 by Erik Gunn
State Has 1,221 COVID-19 Cases, Exploring Field Hospital Locations
State says data on hospitalization coming soon.
Mar 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers, Republicans Spar on Holding Election
Governor wants all vote-by-mail election, Fitzgerald blasts idea, "this is ridiculous.”
Mar 30th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Northwoods Counties Say Stay Out
Door County closes welcome center. Rural counties lack hospital beds to handle COVID-19 surge from visitors.
Mar 30th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Evers To Purchase Ventilators, Protective Equipment
Moves come after Republican lawmakers rejected a broad COVID-19 bill floated by Evers.
Mar 30th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
State’s COVID-19 Case Count Rises to 1,112
10 deaths in Milwaukee County as of Sunday morning, all African Americans older than 50.
Mar 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Why the 1918 Flu Pandemic Was So Huge
An estimated 50 to 100 million people lost their lives.
Mar 29th, 2020 by Samantha Nash
Study Projects 853 COVID-19 Deaths in Wisconsin, 81,114 Nationwide
Based on limited data, study predicts Wisconsin may not see its peak until May 22nd, last in the country.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Acts to Boost Healthcare Workforce
Relaxes rules to allow state’s 2,750-plus physician assistants to help provide pandemic care.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Jim Malewitz and Bram Sable-Smith
Over 1,000 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin
State reports over 2,000 tests processed in one day for the first time.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
842 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, “Crisis Within A Crisis” in Milwaukee
Evers acknowledges disparate racial impact in Milwaukee, says CDC is studying matter.
Mar 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Evers Blocks Evictions, Foreclosures During Pandemic
Emergency order in effect for 60 days.
Mar 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Are Many COVID-19 Tests Negative?
On average, 16 tests come back negative for every one positive, right now.
Mar 27th, 2020 by Megan Hart
Half of Wisconsin Counties Have COVID-19 Cases
Officials caution that it will be confirmed everywhere. 707 total cases in Wisconsin.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Has Biggest One-Day Jump in COVID-19 Cases
585 cases Wednesday, up from 457 Tuesday, and 7 deaths, as disease spreads.
Mar 25th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
We Need Paid Sick Leave Now!
Most of the many workers laid off have no paid leave. This is a crisis.
Mar 24th, 2020 by Linda Garcia Barnard and Matt Rothschild
State Reports 457 COVID-19 Cases, Up From 416
But officials say actual total is higher. "We have a limited window into the number of cases."
Mar 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Issues “Safer at Home” Order
Starting Wednesday no playdates or team sports. People must "start taking this seriously."
Mar 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Has One-Day Drop in COVID-19 Tests
For first time in a week, the growth rate of new cases, positive and negative, slows.
Mar 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Pandemic Forces State Prisons to Adapt
Evers halts admissions, DOC implements measures to minimize the risk.
Mar 23rd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
381 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 4 Deaths
"Stay at home," says Governor Tony Evers in simple message on how Wisconsinites can help.
Mar 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Residents Turn to Outdoors
To avoid going ‘stir crazy’ amid unprecedented social restrictions, many turn to parks, trails, fishing.
Mar 22nd, 2020 by Rich Kremer
Nurses Prepare for COVID-19 Onslaught
State’s hospitals short on beds, protective gear and staff, though some see reason to hope.
Mar 21st, 2020 by Parker Schorr and Bram Sable-Smith
281 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, Four Deaths
Case count is lagging indicator of effectiveness of social distancing, other measures.
Mar 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Doesn’t Believe Wisconsin Will Need “Shelter in Place” Order
COVID-19 cases rising exponentially, now at 206, state working on supply shortages
Mar 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Tom Barrett Exposed to COVID-19, In Self-Quarantine
Barrett will continue to work from home for the next 14 days.
Mar 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Releases Interactive Map of COVID-19 Outbreak
64 cases confirmed in Milwaukee County. Tracker allows public to better monitor outbreak.
Mar 19th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
State Rep. Brostoff Quarantining After Coronavirus Exposure
Brostoff, the latest Wisconsin politico to be exposed to the virus, is "keeping a cool head".
Mar 19th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
155 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 50% More Counties Affected
One-day increase exceeds Thursday's total number of cases.
Mar 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Launches Programs To Aid Business
Loan and grant programs intended to provide bridge for businesses hurt by pandemic.
Mar 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
106 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
Cases continue to grow, as does the rate of growth.
Mar 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State’s Day Care Centers Still Open
Top state health official says need to keep centers open outweighs medical reasons to close.
Mar 18th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
40 COVID-19 Cases in Milwaukee County
Up 67% since yesterday. Abele favors moving back the spring election.
Mar 17th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
72 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
And state closes all bars and restaurants. "Stay home if you can," says Gov. Evers.
Mar 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Says State Bars, Restaurants Can Stay Open
But must operate at 50 percent of their fire code capacity or 50 people maximum.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
47 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
One had recovered and 504 negative tests. Cases and testing resources continue to grow.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
33 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
On Sunday, officials confirm five more cases Fond du Lac County, one more in Milwaukee County.
Mar 15th, 2020 by WPR Staff
Legislators Take No Action on Pandemic
Some states passing laws, funding, Vos and Fitzgerald say "no need" for Wisconsin Legislature to meet.
Mar 14th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
27 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
Six in Milwaukee County. State’s total up to 27 as of Saturday afternoon.
Mar 14th, 2020 by WPR Staff
19 Cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin
Two in Milwaukee County. State’s total up to 19 as of Friday
Mar 14th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Gov. Evers Mandates Closing All K-12 Schools
Governor expects to reopen schools on April 6.
Mar 14th, 2020 by WPR Staff
Milwaukee Preparing for COVID-19 Outbreak
Local officials, healthcare providers are discussing, readying the city's capacity to treat those infected by Coronavirus.
Mar 13th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
How You Can Prevent Spread of COVID-19
Preparation, not panic, is key to dealing with this pandemic.
Mar 13th, 2020 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Evers Addresses COVID-19 in Wisconsin
Governor declares state of emergency, urges closure of large events.
Mar 13th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
UWM Employee Tested for Coronavirus
University extending spring break a week, transitioning to online courses.
Mar 11th, 2020 by Alana Watson
Wisconsin Ginseng Festival Cancelled
Coronavirus cited for cancelling Wausau event that attracts 2,000 international visitors.
Mar 10th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Coronavirus Could Hit State Economy Harder
Wisconsin more dependent on trade than most states, could face bigger downturn.
Mar 10th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Coronavirus Risk Remains Low in State
Just one confirmed case in Dane County and person has recovered.
Mar 3rd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Johnson Controls Must Expand Inspection of PFAS Pollution
DNR requiring the company to look further for pollution from forever chemicals.
Feb 22nd, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Bipartisan Water Quality Bills Pass
Though, they do not make it through the sharply divide legislature without some disagreement.
Feb 20th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Coronavirus and When to Wear Masks
As the disease spreads, what do public health officials advise?
Feb 16th, 2020 by Will Cushman
Flu Hospitalizations Spike in Wisconsin
State saw 100 hospitalizations in half a day.
Feb 15th, 2020 by Alana Watson
How State May Handle Coronavirus
How isolation and quarantine authority are used In Wisconsin
Feb 9th, 2020 by Will Cushman
Confirmed Coronavirus Case in Wisconsin
Wisconsin resident recently traveled to China, becomes 12th case in US.
Feb 6th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
What Are PFAS Chemicals?
And why so harmful? About those ‘forever chemicals” getting so much attention.
Jan 15th, 2020 by Christy Remucal
Clean Water Becomes Hot Political Issue
Gov. Evers and legislators in both parties call for action. Will they work together?
Jan 13th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Senate Debates PFAS in Firefighting Foam
Republican plan to ban it far too narrow in scope, Democrats argue.
Jan 9th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
City’s Minorities Depend On Catholic Hospitals
But that can mean less access to reproductive care for women.
Jan 3rd, 2020 by Parker Schorr and Rikha Sharma Rani
How to Pass Expanded Medicaid Bill
Evers needs to be more strategic with Republicans.
Dec 17th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Evers Signs ‘Telehealth’ Bill
Medicaid patients who get health care delivered long-distance now qualify for coverage.
Nov 26th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
How Local Doctors Discovered Vaping Illness
Medical College of Wisconsin doctors led the way to discovering some 1,300 vaping related cases in North America.
Nov 10th, 2019 by Lauren Weber
Everyone Deserves Clean Water
Evers, Democrats back a comprehensive agenda. We want to work with Republicans on this.
Nov 4th, 2019 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Paging 402,000 People Lacking Health Care
Evers administration urges enrollment in state health insurance marketplace. You have until December 15.
Nov 2nd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Lead Exposure Linked to Gun Violence
UWM study finds kids exposed to lead are more likely to later commit gun violence.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
State Resists Immunizations
Wisconsin ranks 35th in percent of immunized children, yet bipartisan bill to address problem is stalled in committee.
Oct 20th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Evers Pushes Action on Water Quality
After 13 public hearings across state, water quality policy proposals are being drafted.
Oct 20th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
State’s Meth Cases Up By 450%
Methamphetamine crisis quietly grows in Wisconsin while all attention on opioid epidemic.
Oct 18th, 2019 by Parker Schorr
Police Seize Almost $1 Million From THC Vaping Operation
Department looking for a connection to the outbreak of vaping-related lung disease.
Oct 11th, 2019 by Alana Watson
FDA Testing Vapes for Link to Lung Damage
The Wisconsin DHS is tracking 69 possible cases of vaping-related lung disease.
Oct 8th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Bipartisan Bill Would Legalize Medical Marijuana
But Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald strongly opposes the bill.
Oct 3rd, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Too Many Wisconsinites Without Health Insurance
Evers' Health Secretary funding effort to increase number of insured.
Oct 2nd, 2019 by Shamane Mills
77% Of E-Cigarette Illness Involved THC Cartridges
Federal officials say most cases involved THC cartridges, but still no information on what exactly is causing the damage.
Sep 30th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Evers, Governors Push Congress on PFAS
15 governors call for tougher standards, more protections on PFAS chemicals.
Sep 20th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin and Susan J. Demas
Committee Approves Loans for Lead Laterals
$550,000 loan program for any resident, regardless of income, to replace lead laterals.
Sep 10th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Vaping-Related Lung Diseases Surging
450 suspected cases of lung disease in 33 states, including 46 in Wisconsin.
Sep 9th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
More Could Lose SNAP Food Benefits
Study shows new proposal could cut off 18 percent of SNAP recipients in state.
Sep 7th, 2019 by Alana Watson
Vaping-Related Diseases Traced to THC
State health officials warn against THC vaping products as state, national investigations grow.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Evers Expands Effort Against “Forever” Chemicals
Directs DNR to create standards for drinking, surface water on PFAS chemicals.
Aug 29th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
State Agencies Give Zero Days for Comment
Evers Administration uses lame duck law to make policy changes with no chance for public comments.
Aug 14th, 2019 by Bill Lueders
Mysterious Disease Caused By Vaping
State health officials confirm 12 cases of vaping-related lung disease.
Aug 12th, 2019 by Alana Watson
DHS Takes Coordinated Approach to Dealing with Opioid Addiction
Treatment program will operate in two rural communities and one urban area.
Aug 9th, 2019 by Brady Carlson
Evers Wants State Health “Lead Czar”
Also supports bill to provide $40 million in loans for home owners to replace lead laterals.
Jul 30th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
City May Sue Opioid Manufacturers
Murphy wants city attorney to consider suit for damages from opioid epidemic.
Jul 26th, 2019 by Alana Watson
25,000 Could Lose Food Share Benefits
Proposed change in federal SNAP program would cut off 25,000 state recipients.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
Clean Drinking Water Effort Falls Short
$40 million state funding to replace lead laterals cut from budget by Republicans.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
DNR Wants Local Tests for PFAS
Asks 125 wastewater treatment plants to test for chemicals linked to health problems.
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
New DNR Head Has Agenda of Change
Climate change, lead laterals and CAFO-polluted private wells are top concerns.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Steven Walters
New DNR Staff Will Probe Pollution
Added scientists will look at impact of “forever chemicals” contamination by Tyco company.
Jul 15th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Bill Addresses “Staggering” Cost of Diabetes
Estimated $5.5 billion annual cost for state, 40% of residents projected to get disease.
Jul 12th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Healthy Economy Buys New State Spending
Which helps explain budget victory being claimed by both parties.
Jul 8th, 2019 by Steven Walters
What’s Happening With State’s Youth Prisons?
Three key developments affecting Wisconsin’s troubled youth correctional facilities.
Jul 4th, 2019 by Allison Dikanovic
