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New Poll Shows Half Of Americans Would Get COVID-19 Vaccine, Half Unsure Or Would Refuse

May 29, 2020 - 4:30pm

Medical professional preparing a vaccine

A new poll from AP-NORC shows about half of Americans surveyed said they will get a coronavirus vaccine once it's ready for the public, but the other half said they were either unsure or would refuse a vaccine. We talk to a public health expert about why, and what those...

How JCPenney Bankruptcy Can Affect America's Shopping Malls

May 29, 2020 - 4:15pm

Customers walk in and out of a J.C. Penny store

Earlier this month the department store JCPenney filed for bankruptcy. Department stores make up 30 percent of total mall square-footage. We examine the ripple effects large retailers’ bankruptcy can have on America's shopping malls.

Twitter 'Fact-Checks' President Trump's Tweets

May 29, 2020 - 3:45pm

On Wednesday, Twitter added fact-checking links to two tweets from President Trump, where he made false claims about mail-in ballots. We talk to a journalism professor about the move, and the fallout since.

Corrections Officials Confirm More Than 200 Inmates Test Positive For COVID-19 At Waupun Prison

May 29, 2020 - 4:35pm

At least 213 inmates have tested positive for coronavirus at Waupun Correctional Institution out of more than 1,500 staff and inmates tested, according to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections.

DHS: 17,707 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

May 29, 2020 - 2:30pm

There are 17,707 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of Friday, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 733 cases from the day before.

Wisconsin Believed To Have Several Cases Of Rare COVID-19 Complication In Children

May 29, 2020 - 1:00pm

Wisconsin may have its first known cases of an inflammatory condition which affects children and is linked to the coronavirus. Two children remain hospitalized in good condition; five others have been discharged from Children's Hospital of Wisconsin.

Demonstrators Gather In Milwaukee To Protest George Floyd, Joel Acevedo Killings

May 29, 2020 - 12:30pm

Demonstrators marched in Milwaukee Friday afternoon to demand justice for George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by police while in custody.

One-Third Of COVID-19 Cases In Milwaukee Are Among Hispanic Residents

May 29, 2020 - 11:00am

One-third of all confirmed coronavirus cases in Milwaukee County are Hispanic or Latino patients, according to county health leaders.

After Crowds Drew Unwanted Attention, Lake Geneva Grapples With Way Forward

May 29, 2020 - 7:15am

Leaders in Lake Geneva are grappling with how to respond after images of large crowds there over Memorial Day weekend attracted unwanted national attention.

Wisconsin Cities Explore Options To Expand Outdoor Dining

May 29, 2020 - 6:30am

As restaurants across the state reopen, some people are still concerned about the safety of indoor dining. Now, several cities are making it easier for restaurants to expand outdoor seating.

'Pop-Up' Drive-In Theaters Providing Safe Entertainment During Pandemic

May 29, 2020 - 5:55am

"Pop-up" drive in movie theaters are bring safe family fun during the pandemic. Milwaukee is getting its first pop-up drive-in theatre Friday

Hospitals Urge People Not To Put Off Care During Pandemic

May 29, 2020 - 5:05am

The Wisconsin Hospital Association is running a public service announcement featuring former state governor and U.S. health official Tommy Thompson urging people who need medical attention to get it.

Annual Amphibian Migration Amid A Pandemic

May 28, 2020 - 4:15pm

Each spring many of Wisconsin's salamanders make their annual journey to the pond to lay eggs. Heavy car traffic can negatively influence this migration and harm the future of entire species. We discuss what we know about these migrations with a DNR amphibian expert and learn how humans can help.

Fans Will Return To Road America In June With Added Safety Precautions

May 28, 2020 - 4:10pm

Professional baseball and basketball are still exploring options for returning to play amid the coronavirus pandemic, but at least one Wisconsin venue is confident it can safely host large-scale sporting events this summer. Road America in Sheboygan County is holding televised motorcycle racing this weekend without fans in attendance. It...

UW System Administration Office Announces Dozens Of Layoffs Due To COVID-19

May 28, 2020 - 2:40pm

UW System President Ray Cross has announced 40 layoffs in the central office's UW-Shared Services division.

DHS: 16,974 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

May 28, 2020 - 2:00pm

There are 16,974 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of Thursday, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 512 cases from the day before.

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New Poll Shows Half Of Americans Would Get COVID-19 Vaccine, Half Unsure Or Would Refuse

How JCPenney Bankruptcy Can Affect America's Shopping Malls

Twitter 'Fact-Checks' President Trump's Tweets

Corrections Officials Confirm More Than 200 Inmates Test Positive For COVID-19 At Waupun Prison

DHS: 17,707 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

Wisconsin Believed To Have Several Cases Of Rare COVID-19 Complication In Children

Demonstrators Gather In Milwaukee To Protest George Floyd, Joel Acevedo Killings

One-Third Of COVID-19 Cases In Milwaukee Are Among Hispanic Residents

After Crowds Drew Unwanted Attention, Lake Geneva Grapples With Way Forward

Wisconsin Cities Explore Options To Expand Outdoor Dining

'Pop-Up' Drive-In Theaters Providing Safe Entertainment During Pandemic

Hospitals Urge People Not To Put Off Care During Pandemic

Annual Amphibian Migration Amid A Pandemic

Fans Will Return To Road America In June With Added Safety Precautions

UW System Administration Office Announces Dozens Of Layoffs Due To COVID-19

DHS: 16,974 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

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