COVID-19 in Wisconsin: State now testing more than 11,000 people per day

The state of Wisconsin is now testing more than 11,000 people for COVID-19 each day as the number of positive tests rises above 6,500. 

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: State reports 300th death

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says 300 Wisconsin residents have died from COVID-19. 

34 Wisconsin state parks, forests to reopen on May 1, admission fees required again

After closing nearly 40 Wisconsin state parks, forests and recreation areas earlier this month due unprecedented crowds and other issues, Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday the state will reopen some of those state parks and forests on May 1. 

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Brown County has highest rate of confirmed cases in the state

Brown County, which includes Green Bay, now has the highest rate of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state, according to an update Monday from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.  

Wisconsin sees another jump in COVID-19 cases as more testing is available

For the second day in a row, Wisconsin has reported its largest single-day increase of new COVID-19 cases as the state begins to ratchet up testing.

Father and son found dead after shooting in western Wisconsin

The Pierce County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a father and his son were found dead in a western Wisconsin home late Friday morning, according to Sheriff Nancy Hove.

Wisconsin governor unveils 'Badger Bounce Back' plan for reopening state

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced his “Badger Bounce Back” plan Monday, which outlines the criteria for the state to be able to reopen its economy in phases amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Nearly 4,500 positive tests to date

Nearly 4,500 Wisconsin residents have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Monday, according to the state's Department of Health Services. 

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 220 deaths, 1,190 hospitalizations

The state of Wisconsin says 220 people have died from COVID-19 as of Sunday, according to new statistics released Sunday. 

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 200 deaths due to coronavirus

There are now more than 200 deaths in Wisconsin connected to COVID-19, according to an update Friday from the Wisconsin Department of Human Services.

Minneapolis nonprofit helps isolated seniors stay connected with virtual visits

A college freshman in Minneapolis is finding a way to bring volunteers face to face with senior citizens, who are currently isolated in nursing homes. Within a month of launching, the newly formed nonprofit is expanding across the country.

Wisconsin governor extends Safer at Home order until May 26, closes schools for remainder of school year

Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday, April 16 directed Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to extend the Safer at Home order from April 24 to 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 26—or until a superseding order is issued.