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Wisconsin Residents Turn To Outdoors Amid COVID-19 Lockdown

March 21, 2020 - 3:50pm

As Wisconsin enters its first week of unprecedented social restrictions aimed at containing the spread of the new coronavirus, some Wisconsinites are heading outdoors to avoid going "stir crazy."

DHS: 4 Deaths, 281 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

March 21, 2020 - 2:00pm

Four deaths and 281 cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin were confirmed Saturday by state health officials.

Live: What To Know March 21 About COVID-19 In Wisconsin

March 21, 2020 - 11:20am

In the last several days stores have shut their doors, communities have come together to support one another, and the Evers administration has taken several steps to attempt to stop the spread of the new coronavirus. Here's what's new today.

Grocery Industry Leader: How To Shop During The Coronavirus Outbreak

March 21, 2020 - 9:00am

While shoppers may see some empty shelves in their grocery stores, the head of the grocery industry association in Wisconsin is confident that suppliers and retailers will weather this crisis, with help from consumers.

Federal Judge Extends Wisconsin's Online Registration Deadline

March 20, 2020 - 9:50pm

A federal judge has granted a request by Democrats to extend online voter registration in Wisconsin until March 30 in light of the public health crisis brought on by the new coronavirus.

Wisconsin Hospitals Increasing Capacity For Potential Surge In COVID-19 Patients

March 20, 2020 - 4:55pm

Hospitals around Wisconsin are preparing for a possible surge in COVID-19 patients by increasing the bed capacity at their facilities.

Top US Health Official Rips Ron Johnson's Coronavirus Comments

March 20, 2020 - 4:25pm

One of the nation's top public health officials leading the fight against the new coronavirus said Friday that recent comments from Wisconsin Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson were "way out."

Health Workers Concerned Over Protective Gear As Co-Worker, Patients Test Positive

March 20, 2020 - 3:55pm

As the new coronavirus continues to spread in Wisconsin, and health care workers begin to test positive along with their patients, medical providers are expressing concern about supplies of protective equipment needed to stay healthy.

Evers Says He's Not Planning To Issue Shelter-In-Place Order

March 20, 2020 - 3:35pm

Gov. Tony Evers said if Wisconsinites continue good practices, he won't issue shelter-in-place order.

Barred From Clinic During The Pandemic, Nursing Students Find A Way To Help

March 20, 2020 - 2:40pm

Nursing students who are unable to help patients are turning to helping health care workers by offering to help with child care.

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Wisconsin Residents Turn To Outdoors Amid COVID-19 Lockdown

DHS: 4 Deaths, 281 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

Live: What To Know March 21 About COVID-19 In Wisconsin

Grocery Industry Leader: How To Shop During The Coronavirus Outbreak

Federal Judge Extends Wisconsin's Online Registration Deadline

Wisconsin Hospitals Increasing Capacity For Potential Surge In COVID-19 Patients

Top US Health Official Rips Ron Johnson's Coronavirus Comments

Health Workers Concerned Over Protective Gear As Co-Worker, Patients Test Positive

Evers Says He's Not Planning To Issue Shelter-In-Place Order

Barred From Clinic During The Pandemic, Nursing Students Find A Way To Help

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