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State’s FoodShare Program Has Decade-Old Barriers
Difficult application process, insufficient benefits, other problems limit its impact.
Aug 28th, 2022 by Joey Prestley and Sam Watson
Nonprofit Helps Homes Get Air Conditioned
36,500 Milwaukee homes lacked AC in 2019, mostly in low-income neighborhoods.
Aug 24th, 2022 by Samantha McCabe
Updated Guide to Free and Affordable Meals
Including food pantries, pay what you can, and free or low-cost food delivery.
Aug 24th, 2022 by Sam Woods
A Map of County’s Overdose Deaths
78% of deaths last year involved fentanyl. But use of new drug, Xylazine, rising.
Aug 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
State’s Suicide Hotline Gets 6k Calls in First Month
Department of Health Services launched suicide and crisis line July 16.
Aug 23rd, 2022 by Evan Casey
Milwaukee County Experiencing Record Overdose Deaths
2022 outpacing 2021, which saw a record number of overdose deaths.
Aug 23rd, 2022 by Evan Casey
Overdose Deaths From Fentanyl Laced Drugs Increasing
The number of fentanyl overdose deaths grew 97% from 2019 to 2021.
Aug 18th, 2022 by Hope Kirwan
State’s Democrats Warn More Federal Help Needed to Fight Monkeypox
Letter from Baldwin, others requests more vaccines and health care.
Aug 17th, 2022 by Hope Kirwan
Waukesha County Declares Fentanyl a ‘Health Crisis’
92 people died of overdoses in Waukesha County last year.
Aug 9th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Statewide Republican Candidates
Hotly-contested race for gubernatorial nomination is just the tip of the iceberg.
Aug 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
DNR Wants Water Utilities Notifying Customers of PFAS
DNR urges notice after EPA releases much stronger PFAS standards.
Aug 8th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
GOP Candidates For Governor Oppose Abortions For Child Sex Assault Victims
No exceptions means child rape or incest victims can’t get an abortion in Wisconsin.
Aug 3rd, 2022 by Henry Redman
State DNR Adds New PFAS Rules
Regulating 'forever chemicals' in drinking water, surface water and fire fighting foam.
Aug 2nd, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Public Awareness Campaign Seeks to Boost COVID-19 Vaccinations
Marketing campaign aims at increasing vaccinations among children and seniors.
Jul 28th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Nearly Half of State Has High COVID-19 Level
Masking recommended in 16 counties with 43% of population, including Milwaukee and Dane.
Jul 24th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Program Helps Spanish Speaking Families With Memory Loss
United Community Center offers caregiver training to families of Alzheimer's, dementia patients.
Jul 22nd, 2022 by Matt Martinez
State Job Growth Slowed in Early Summer
Between May and June job growth was slower than expected.
Jul 22nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Nursing Homes Struggle to Find Staff
New report finds state’s economy grew swiftly since pandemic, with some sectors trailing.
Jul 20th, 2022 by Leah Treidler
Federal Rules and Market Dominance Drove WI’s Baby Formula Shortage
Wisconsin contracts only with Abbott Nutrition, whose recall and plant shutdown jolted the market.
Jul 10th, 2022 by Hope Karnopp
Here’s What To Know About COVID-19 Vaccines for Young Children
Public health officials, pediatricians encourage vaccinations for children six months old and up.
Jul 6th, 2022 by O. Ricardo Pimentel
Wisconsin Has First Case of Monkeypox
400 cases in U.S. so far, but state health officials say risk to public remains low.
Jul 2nd, 2022 by Jenny Peek
State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay
Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Begins Vaccines For Youngest People
Children aged 6 months to 5 now eligible, as COVID-19 continues to spread across state.
Jun 22nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Coggs Building Could Be Razed
New analysis finds razing and then constructing new building the most feasible redevelopment option.
Jun 14th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Abortions Can Save Mothers’ Lives
Abortions can be medically necessary when pregnancies cause life-threatening complications.
Jun 10th, 2022 by Phoebe Petrovic
High Court Okays Release of COVID-19 Workplace Data
Health officials can identify employers having outbreaks, WI Supreme Court rules.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
‘Tangled Series’ of Abortion Laws Since 1849
Wisconsin has had many laws passed on abortion which could cause confusion if Roe overturned.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Phoebe Petrovic
Women of Color Would Be Most Impacted by Roe Reversal
Planned Parenthood data shows majority of abortions in Milwaukee County went to women of color.
Jun 6th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
DHS Ditching Coggs Center For Northwest Side
Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news
May 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Deb Andraca Ran To Change Gun Laws
Recent mass shootings a reminder that gun control laws have gone nowhere in Wisconsin.
May 26th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
DNR Planning New E. Coli Regulations
State business lobby concerned DNR will consider stricter PFAS standards too.
May 26th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Pandemic Benefits for Kids Under 6 Approved
Federal Pre-6 Pandemic program gives more FoodShare funding to 90,500 children in state.
May 25th, 2022 by Sam Woods
WI Health Department Urges Booster Shots for Ages 5 to 11
Following guidance of CDC, which is expanding recommendations for 2nd booster shot.
May 24th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
What You Need to Know About Infant Formula Shortage
What’s causing shortage, where to find supplies, how to keep your family safe.
May 22nd, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Gwen Moore Bill Adds Doulas, Midwives to Medicaid
Mamas First Act would require state Medicaid programs to cover doula, midwife services.
May 21st, 2022 by Matt Martinez
State Program Plans to Recruit, Train 3,000 New CNAs
Long-term care facilities face a shortage of workers. New nursing assistants would recieve on the job training.
May 19th, 2022 by Hope Kirwan
State’s COVID-19 Cases Up 66% in May
Racine and Kenosha among 7 counties with highest rates, residents urged to wear masks at indoor events.
May 17th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State Has About 6,400 Abortions Per Year
State’s rate per live births, just half that of the nation, may reflect restrictive laws.
May 8th, 2022 by Laurel White
COVID-19 Antibody Study Seeks Volunteers of Color
Study seeks to assess levels of immunity and extent of COVID-19 infection in local communities.
May 5th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Are COVID-19 Vaccines Still Free? Yes
Questions and answers on vaccines, including where to get them.
May 4th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Other Vaccinations For Kids Have Declined
Since pandemic state falling behind in vaccinations for measles, mumps, diphtheria, etc.
Apr 28th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State’s COVID-19 Cases Tripled in Last Month
Hospitalizations still low but numbers ‘concerning,’ and only 61% in state fully vaccinated.
Apr 26th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Marinette PFAS Cleanup Could Begin This Summer
PFAS polluters Johnson Controls and Tyco building system to clean up forever chemicals.
Apr 22nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
COVID-19 Rising Again in State
Numbers still “relatively low,” but percentage of positive tests doubled in last three weeks.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Madeline Fox
Evers Vetoes Another 22 GOP Bills
On MPS, voucher schools and parental bill of rights. That makes 126 vetoes this session.
Apr 16th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Judge Rules DNR Can’t Regulate PFAS
State agency lacks authority, Waukesha judge rules. Environmental advocates plan appeal.
Apr 13th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Evers Vetoes 43 GOP Proposals
Killing Republican bills on guns, election changes, COVID-19, but does sign 35 other bills.
Apr 9th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Report Details Opioid Addiction Solutions
After listening sessions, WI Department of Health Services recommends expanded treatment and attention to root causes.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
COVID-19 Levels Still Going Down
Weekly new cases of COVID-19 continue to drop.
Mar 25th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Peshtigo Residents Seek Superfund Designation for PFAS Pollution
Residents send petition to EPA after two of six city wells shut down for high PFAS levels.
Mar 25th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Lead Program Investigation Closed Without Criminal Charges
But investigation confirms program was mismanaged.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
COVID-19 Downward Trends Continue
But wastewater sampling is showing an uptick in the amount of virus present.
Mar 18th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Changes Coming to Medicaid Enrollment
Recipients can sign up for alerts to changes in their insurance plans.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Health Officials Urge Flu Shots After Child Deaths
Three children recently died from influenza. Less than 40% of state has received flu vaccine.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Wastewater Tests Show Uptick in COVID-19
Too early to tell but increases found in several cities, including Milwaukee.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
‘You Are Heroes,’ Evers Tells Workers
Governor kicks off statewide tour to thank health and front-line workers who helped battle pandemic.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
State High Court To Rule On Local Health Orders
WILL suit charges Dane County health director had no power to issue orders combatting COVID-19.
Mar 14th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Testing Kids For Lead Poisoning Declined During Pandemic
25% reduction in lead tests in state compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Mar 12th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Fentanyl Drives Record Overdoses in 2021
Milwaukee County Medical Examiner reported 643 drug overdoses in 2021.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
How Gov. Evers Responded to Pandemic
It will be an issue in the election: A review of his record shows a very active governor.
Mar 7th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Infant Formula Recall Worries Parents
Questions and answers, health concerns after recall of Similac, Alimentum and EleCare.
Mar 6th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Republicans Restrict Right To Vote
Ramming through 5 bills making it harder to vote and hog tying nonpartisan Wisconsin Elections Commission.
Mar 1st, 2022 by Matt Rothschild
Democrats Push Badger Care Public Option
Bill to expand Medicaid coverage, increase access to health care unlikely to pass.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Natural Resources Board Opts For Weaker PFAS Limits
Department of Health Services recommended stricter limits than those passed by board.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
City Has Most Cases of Syphilis in 20 Years
441 cases in 2021 versus 183 in 2020. Especially affecting women of child-bearing age.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Matt Martinez
State’s First Death From MIS-C Reported
Wisconsin has had 183 cases of rare inflammatory condition associated with COVID-19.
Feb 19th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Assembly Passes Unemployment, Medicaid Restrictions
One proposal limits access to unemployment insurance when the unemployment rate is low.
Feb 18th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Kaul, Planned Parenthood Oppose Abortion Ban
GOP bill almost identical to restrictive 6-week abortion ban passed in Texas.
Feb 14th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Wausau Wells Have Elevated PFAS Levels
All six city wells exceed the proposed state standards.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
GOP Election Bills Are Far Reaching
Restricting absentee voting, more power for Legislature, nursing home employees could face prison.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Will Lincoln Hills Youth Prison Finally Close?
And at what cost? Legislature debates the issue anew.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Two Medical Marijuana Bills Proposed
One by legislators from each party. 37 states, including Mississippi, now allow it.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Wastewater Testing Suggests COVID-19 Waning
Wisconsin one of 37 states using sewage analysis as early warning system.
Feb 8th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Public Health Officials Monitoring Omicron Subvariant
Fewer than five cases of the new variant have been detected in Wisconsin.
Feb 4th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
City Offering $100 Vaccine Incentive
Health Department offers $100 gift cards to any city resident getting first vaccination.
Feb 1st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Affordable Care Numbers Rebound in State
212,000 sign up for coverage using federal marketplace. State credits outreach efforts, new incentives.
Feb 1st, 2022 by Erik Gunn
City Sees Surge in Syphilis Cases
Number for 2021 higher than combined total for 2016 through 2019.
Jan 28th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
County Distributing 575,000 N95 Masks
Distributing masks to municipalities and community service organizations.
Jan 25th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
10 Health Centers Offering COVID-19 Tests
Many locations in city. No health insurance required.
Jan 24th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
Wisconsin Sees Record COVID-19 Cases
State health officials report highest ever seven-day-average of cases
Jan 20th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Mask Mandate Anticipated To Go Into Effect Saturday
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs measure into law. Lasts until Mar. 1.
Jan 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Bill Cuts Social Safety Net To Boost Hiring
Republican lawmakers would restrict access to healthcare, food assistance and unemployment insurance.
Jan 19th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Religious Leaders Urge Vaccinations
But Sen. Ron Johnson isn’t listening.
Jan 18th, 2022 by Bill Kaplan
Only 10% In State Get Enough Fruits, Vegetables
Survey finds 90% of Wisconsinites don’t get daily recommended value of fruits and vegetables.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
National Guard Deploying to Hospitals, Nursing Homes
Gov. Evers deploying 210 members in wake of COVID-19 surge.
Jan 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State Lawmakers Seek to Weaken Vaccine Mandates
GOP sponsored bill would make natural immunity a substitute for vaccination.
Jan 6th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Hospitals Overwhelmed By Unvaccinated Patients
As omicron surges in state, Advocate Aurora system struggles with staff shortages
Jan 4th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
Top 8 Capitol News Stories In 2021
And what a strange year it was.
Dec 27th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Dimitrijevic Offers Plan to Fight COVID-19
Mayoral candidate wants free at-home tests and $100 incentive to get vaccine and booster.
Dec 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Pressure Builds on State’s Hospitals
More than 95% of ICU beds are full, one-third of them patients with COVID-19.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Student Pandemic Benefits Approved for 2021-22
Students unable to attend school due to COVID-19 can get money through national school lunch program.
Dec 19th, 2021 by Sam Woods
Sen. Jacque Won’t Discuss Whether Getting COVID-19 Changed His Views
Prior to being hospitalized, he advocated against mask-wearing, vaccine mandates.
Dec 14th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan
Most Schools Want State COVID-19 Testing
75% of school districts join program, 120,000 tests given so far.
Dec 13th, 2021 by Madeline Fox
Many Older Teens Eligible for Booster Shots
State officials say those 16 or older who got the Pfizer vaccine should get booster shot.
Dec 13th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Rural Hospitals Lose Few Workers Due to Vaccine Mandates
Loss of 20% expected, but actual figure about 2%, survey of state hospitals finds.
Dec 12th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer
Health Care Providers in Limbo After Court Blocks Vaccine Mandate
More than a quarter of state’s nursing home staff haven’t been vaccinated.
Dec 6th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
87,000 Children In State Now Vaccinated
A minority of 500,000 kids aged 5-11 in Wisconsin. Many parents, even if vaccinated, are hesitant.
Dec 6th, 2021 by Madeline Fox
State Health Officials Await Data On Omicron
Monitoring the emergence of new COVID-19 variant as state hits 11-month high in cases.
Nov 30th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Pandemic Surging As Holidays Begin
Wisconsin sixth-worst in nation. Too many haven’t gotten COVID-19 vaccine, officials warn.
Nov 24th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Federal Funds Help Wisconsinites Get Health Coverage
$2 million ARPA funding to non-profit that helps people sign up for insurance through ACA.
Nov 20th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
