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Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

The Legacy Of The 1894 Smallpox Riots In Milwaukee

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Rob Ferrett
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The protests to reopen Wisconsin aren't the first time the state has seen a backlash to aggressive public health measures. UW-Madison professor emerita Judith Walzer Leavitt discusses the1894 smallpox riots in Milwaukee and the lessons that were learned from them.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

DHS: 10,902 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

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There are 10,902 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of May 13, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 291 cases from the day before.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Wisconsinites Are Produce More Trash, Use Less Electricity During The Pandemic

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Megan Hart
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Life has changed for Wisconsinites amid the coronavirus pandemic and the state's related stay-at-home order. Some of the small changes individuals are making are adding up to have a greater collective impact.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Noon Wednesday: The Future Of K-12 Schools In A COVID-19 World

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Marisa Wojcik
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The end of a preempted school year is approaching and many students, teachers and parents across the state have been navigating learning at home since March. Deputy State Superintendent Michael Thompson explains how districts are coping, as well as what the future holds for K-12 schools.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

As COVID-19 Testing Grows, So Does Contact Tracing

Brady Carlson
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As Wisconsin ramps up testing for COVID-19, state health officials are also looking to expand contact tracing.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

More Farmers Seek Mental Health Counseling As COVID-19 Hits Ag Industry

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Hope Kirwan
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More Wisconsin farmers are accepting mental health services as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt the agriculture industry.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

Report: Counties Could See $68M Loss In Sales Tax Revenues

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Danielle Kaeding
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Counties might see millions more in losses from sales tax revenues than previously thought, according to the estimates released from a research division of the Wisconsin Counties Association.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

COVID-19 Quarantine 'Magnifies' Depression, Mental Health Struggles

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Danielle Kaeding
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Many are trying to cope with stress, fear and anxiety stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations that work to connect people with mental health services in Wisconsin have been seeing a surge in calls for help.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

National Guard Helps Testing Efforts And Special Election Poll Staffing

Will Kenneally
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As the state continues to increase COVID-19 testing, the Wisconsin National Guard will provide 25 teams to help the effort. Guard members will also help fill a shortage of poll workers in the 7th Congressional District special election.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: May 2020

DNC Officials Move Forward With Contingency Plans For 2020 Convention

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Alana Watson
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The Democratic National Committee is moving forward with plans for an in-person nominating convention in Milwaukee this summer while taking steps to keep the public safe as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.