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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

Murphy’s Law

Republicans Risk Public Health With Election

Refusal of Vos and Fitzgerald to postpone election could cause more disease, deaths.

Apr 1st, 2020 by Bruce Murphy

State Unemployment System Overwhelmed

Callers can’t get through, 1.5 million calls last week to Department of Workforce Development.

Apr 1st, 2020 by Rob Mentzer

How to Prevent Evictions, Foreclosures

Can’t keep up with payments? Experts offer advice.

Apr 1st, 2020 by Allison Dikanovic

State Races To Do More COVID-19 Testing

But faces problem: shortage of everything.

Apr 1st, 2020 by Will Cushman

State Will Use Hotel As Isolation Facility

110-room Super 8 hotel near airport will be converted to facility for milder COVID-19 cases.

Mar 31st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Op Ed

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

Murphy’s Law

Will Trump Help State Get Medical Supplies?

Still won’t use Defense Production Act to ramp up production. Baldwin pushes for action.

Mar 31st, 2020 by Bruce Murphy

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

Should Police Enforce Stay-At-Home Order?

So far Milwaukee Police Chief Morales, other city police departments push voluntary compliance.

Mar 31st, 2020 by Alana Watson

Shut-Off Proposal Called ‘Dictator Like’

Ald. Rainey wants water, electric shut off for businesses violating shutdown. Mayor, governor disagree.

Mar 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

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

The State of Politics

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

Supreme Decision

Karofsky v. Kelly, stakes are high in state Supreme Court race.

Mar 29th, 2020 by Bill Lueders

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

Wisconsin Could Get $2.2 Billion Stimulus Funds

And Milwaukee in line for $102.7 million in direct aid from COVID-19 stimulus fund.

Mar 29th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson

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

Local Org Connecting People With Resources

Milwaukee Community Care and Mutual Aid helps those struggling to get what they need during the pandemic.

Mar 28th, 2020 by Allison Dikanovic

Governor Calls for Mail-In Election

Governor Tony Evers calls for all registered votes to be mailed ballots.

Mar 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Fourth Election Lawsuit Arguing for Postponement

This one filed by advocacy groups arguing that maintaining the election will disenfranchise minorities.

Mar 27th, 2020 by Laurel White

Eight COVID-19 Deaths in Milwaukee’s African American Community

In the City of Milwaukee, the African-American community is facing a crisis.

Mar 27th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess

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

City Will Accept Absentee Ballots, Serve as Required Witness at Five Sites

56,000 absentee ballots requested already. Lawsuits pending in court could change election.

Mar 26th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

GOP Holds Off Debate on Evers’ Emergency Powers

Despite adversarial relationship, GOP leaders say now isn't an appropriate time.

Mar 26th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson

State Cites Companies For Price Gouging

Sends cease-and-desist letters to 16 companies accused of price-gouging during pandemic.

Mar 25th, 2020 by Erik Gunn

Trump Can’t Lift Pandemic Restrictions

In a state of emergency local health officials have broad authority to maintain restrictions.

Mar 25th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer

Murphy’s Law

Will Legislature Delay Election?

Life-and-death issue poses the most danger for Milwaukee. Only the Legislature can act.

Mar 25th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy

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

Could Quarantine Cause More Domestic Violence?

Safer-at-Home not necessarily true for victims of child abuse.

Mar 25th, 2020 by Henry Redman

Op Ed

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

On 10th Anniversary, Affordable Care Act At Risk

Activists hold telephone rallies, cite Act's importance amid the pandemic.

Mar 24th, 2020 by Erik Gunn

Unemployment Claims Have Skyrocketed

Up 1200% in Wisconsin! And with more layoffs and filings likely to come.

Mar 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer

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

Barrett Calls for Mail-In Only Election, Delay

Calls on governor to move back election "or this issue is going to explode."

Mar 24th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

City Issues “Stay at Home” Order For Wednesday

"Essential" activity allowed is broadly defined, but message clear: please stay home.

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

The State of Politics

State Surplus Will Help in Crisis

Evers veto of Republican tax cut saves expected surplus, means less financial stress.

Mar 23rd, 2020 by Steven Walters

City Will Also Issue “Stay at Home” Order

The goal: to "send a message about how serious this is," said Mayor Barrett.

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

Evers Reverses Course, Announces “Stay at Home” Order

Will suspend non-essential, in-person business. Individuals still allowed to leave home.

Mar 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Milwaukee Cancels Early Voting

UPDATE: Barrett calls for election to be postponed or switched to mail-in only voting.

Mar 22nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Change Election Laws, Mayors Urge

Mayors of Green Bay, Appleton, Neenah, call for a vote-by-mail only April election.

Mar 22nd, 2020 by Henry Redman

State’s Schools Scramble to Teach Online

Uneven access to virtual classrooms, mixed results at MPS, other school districts.

Mar 22nd, 2020 by Terry Falk

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

Op Ed

We Urge Release of Aged, Infirm Inmates

Advocacy groups urge Evers, DOC to expand compassionate release during outbreak.

Mar 22nd, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt

How to Grocery Shop During Pandemic

Food supply is solid, top industry leader says, if people don’t panic.

Mar 21st, 2020 by Judith Siers-Poisson

Last Call for Corner Bars?

Some are doing carryouts. Many have shut down.

Mar 21st, 2020 by Edgar Mendez

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

Online Voter Registration Reinstated by Federal Judge

You still have time to register to vote absentee. Republican Party sought to have suit dismissed.

Mar 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Governor Evers Doesn’t Want Election Rescheduled

Governor said he's open to mail-in only voting. Encourages everyone to request absentee ballots.

Mar 20th, 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

Don’s Diner is Now [Temporarily] A Grocery Store

The grocery formerly known as Don's Diner & Cocktails is now selling toilet paper, hand sanitizer, takeout food and spiked milkshakes.

Mar 20th, 2020 by Michael Holloway

State Treasurer Surveys COVID-19 Economic Fallout

Supports federal proposal for a Universal Basic Income.

Mar 20th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff

First City of Milwaukee COVID-19 Death Reported

Case is Milwaukee County's first death, third in the state.

Mar 20th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Will April Election be Postponed?

Preparation for election raises health concerns due to COVID-19.

Mar 19th, 2020 by Laurel White

COVID-19 Testing Supplies Running Low

State and local officials prioritizing tests for worst cases, so results understate spread of disease.

Mar 18th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer

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

Voters Wanting Absentee Ballot Must be Registered by March 18th

But the deadline for registered voters to request absentee ballots is April 2nd.

Mar 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

City Hall

Common Council Transforms Meetings

For social distancing: no full council meetings, remote voting allowed, no media on site.

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

Will State Legislature Take Action?

Fitzgerald cancels Senate session, but Republicans expect extraordinary session later this spring.

Mar 18th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin

State’s Hospitals Face a Blood Shortage

“I’ve never seen anything like it.” 75 blood drives cancelled due to COVID-19.

Mar 18th, 2020 by Megan Hart

Taverns

Insurer Denies Claims From Taverns

Coverage for "Civil Authority" shutdowns has exclusion for "loss due to virus."

Mar 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Art Scene

Not Every One Is Shut Down

The art museums are closed but some art galleries are still open.

Mar 17th, 2020 by Michael Holloway

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

Op Ed

Flood Prevention Laws Needed

State’s annual rainfall up by 7 inches and "100-year floods" now happen routinely.

Mar 17th, 2020 by State Sen. Jeff Smith

Your Right to Know

Opee Awards For Open Records Leaders

Plaudits for Abrahamson, others. A “Nopee” for secretive state Legislature.

Mar 16th, 2020 by Bill Lueders

Dining

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

Health

Women’s History Month

City Hall

Milwaukee Preparing for the Arrival of Coronavirus

Scale of virus outbreak in Wisconsin doubles during press conference as Barrett asks Evers to declare statewide emergency.

Mar 11th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene

Data Wonk

Why The MPS Referendum Is Needed

The data shows MPS trails other metro area districts in per-pupil spending.

Mar 11th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson

Campaign Cash

Law Cuts Notice Time for Insurance Premium Hikes

Insurance industry gave generously to legislators, Evers, Walker.

Mar 11th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign

Survey Shows Support for Health Care Changes

4 of 5 respondents in state survey worry they won’t be able to afford health care in the future.

Mar 10th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff

Op Ed

The Foxconn Road to Ruin

$630 million for roads and infrastructure for Foxconn while highways across state fall apart.

Mar 9th, 2020 by James Rowen

Campaign Cash

Shipbuilder Donates, Gets State Grant

Marinette Marine gives $45,000 to Democratic Governors; Evers awards $29 million grant.

Mar 9th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign

The State of Politics

How Will State Party Pick DNC Delegates?

Complicated formula to assure geographic, gender, racial balance for 84 delegates.

Mar 9th, 2020 by Steven Walters

Some ‘Tougher on Crime’ Bills Passed

Gov. Evers vetoed most, but signed a few.

Mar 9th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes

Op Ed

Transportation

Evers Announces $75 Million in Transportation Funding

Milwaukee County Transit System gets $1 million grant.

Mar 5th, 2020 by Erik Gunn

Data Wonk

State Regulators at Issue in High Court Race

Justice Dan Kelly seems to side with those out to destroy the “administrative state.”

Mar 4th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson

Murphy’s Law

Foxconn Contract Has Huge Loophole?

“Ironclad” contract may allow company to count seasonal employees for tax credits.

Mar 3rd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy

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