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COVID-19 Precautions Have Cut The Spread Of Other Illnesses In Schools. What Can That Teach Us Going Forward?

March 22, 2021 - 5:00am

Non-COVID illnesses were down substantially this year because of strategies to limit the spread of disease — which has experts wondering what strategies should continue after the pandemic.

7-Day Average Of COVID-19 Cases Around 400 Per Day

March 21, 2021 - 2:05pm

There were 420 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Sunday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were no new deaths.

Nearly Half Of Wisconsinites Age 65+ Have Been Fully Vaccinated Against COVD-19

March 20, 2021 - 2:30pm

There were 402 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Saturday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 14 new deaths.

Cheesy Tofu Quiche With Spinach

March 20, 2021 - 8:00am

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a large pan, sauté the onion, broccoli, mushrooms, and garlic in the olive oil, covered, for about 8 minutes.

Wisconsin Colleges, Universities Expected To Get $565M From Latest Stimulus

March 19, 2021 - 4:30pm

Wisconsin colleges and universities are expected to get more than $565 million in federal aid from the American Rescue Plan Act passed by Congress this month.

Zorba Paster: Eat Your Broccoli, It Could Save Your Life

March 19, 2021 - 2:35pm

Eat your veggies, says Dr. Zorba Paster. Find some cruciferous ones to eat regularly and make them a superfood part of your diet.

4 New Pharmacies Added To Federal Vaccine Distribution Program In Wisconsin

March 19, 2021 - 2:05pm

There were 390 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Friday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were six new deaths.

New Peer-Run Respite Home For Veterans Opens In Pewaukee

March 19, 2021 - 1:00pm

A new peer-run respite home in southeastern Wisconsin is helping veterans experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.

Bad River Community Grieving The Loss Of Tribal Elder Joe 'Moka'ang Giizis' Rose To COVID-19

March 19, 2021 - 5:55am

Native Americans make up just under 1 percent of Wisconsin’s population, but they’re dying at higher rates from COVID-19. The Bad River community is grieving the recent loss of tribal elder Joe Martin Rose — better known to some by his Ojibwe name Moka'ang Giizis or Rising Sun.

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COVID-19 Precautions Have Cut The Spread Of Other Illnesses In Schools. What Can That Teach Us Going Forward?

7-Day Average Of COVID-19 Cases Around 400 Per Day

Nearly Half Of Wisconsinites Age 65+ Have Been Fully Vaccinated Against COVD-19

Cheesy Tofu Quiche With Spinach

Wisconsin Colleges, Universities Expected To Get $565M From Latest Stimulus

Zorba Paster: Eat Your Broccoli, It Could Save Your Life

4 New Pharmacies Added To Federal Vaccine Distribution Program In Wisconsin

New Peer-Run Respite Home For Veterans Opens In Pewaukee

Bad River Community Grieving The Loss Of Tribal Elder Joe 'Moka'ang Giizis' Rose To COVID-19

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