Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin To Hold Virtual Event
We Need Help With The Dishes is Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin’s virtual event on supporting the mission to end hunger in the community
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wisconsin: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Wisconsin are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Waukesha, WI|News|
Food Bank Distribution Skyrockets In, Near Waukesha County
Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin has seen a significant increase in need during the coronavirus pandemic.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Food Bank Distribution Skyrockets In, Near Milwaukee County
Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin has seen a significant increase in need during the coronavirus pandemic.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha County's Blessings In A Backpack Awarded $5K Donation
The 2021 Make More Happen Award provides a chance a to double the amount to $10,000 that will directly benefit Blessings In A Backpack.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Rising Grocery Prices In Wisconsin Place Strain On Hungry
As National Make Lunch Count Day approaches, trips to the grocery store are getting more expensive, a new USDA report says.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Vaccine Passports In WI? An Overwhelming No From Patch Readers
Wisconsin Patch readers shared their thoughts around the idea of a statewide vaccine passport. See what they had to say.
Feroze Dhanoa, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
5 Wisconsin Early-Childhood Orgs Awarded No Kid Hungry Grants
No Kid Hungry invests $3 million in early-childhood organizations.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wauwatosa Common Council Extends Face Mask Ordinance
The mask ordinance, which was set to expire Wednesday, is now in effect until June 16 in Wauwatosa.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Do You Support A Vaccine Passport In Wisconsin? Take Our Survey
Are you in favor of or against requiring individuals to show that they have been vaccinated against or have tested negative for COVID-19?
Feroze Dhanoa, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin To Lose $50 Million A Month In Food Aid
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's decision Wednesday will result in a loss of tens of millions in food help for Wisconsinites.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha County Will Not Issue A Local Mask Order
Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow announced on Wednesday that the county will not issue a local mask order.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin Mask Mandate Struck Down By Supreme Court
The court ruled any public health emergency issued by Evers is valid for just 60 days and can’t be extended without legislative approval.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
All Wisconsinites 16+ Will Be Eligible For Vaccines Next Week
Vaccine providers will prioritize anyone previously eligible such as public-facing essential workers and people with medical conditions.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Big Changes On Bluemound Road In Brookfield
Honey Berry Pancakes and Café is now open at 17915 W. Bluemound Rd. Office Depot and Dick's Sporting Goods Warehouse are closing.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Fighting Hunger: How To Apply For Food Stamps In Wisconsin
Close to 42 million Americans are expected to be food insecure in 2021. Here’s what you should know about the federal SNAP program.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Community-Based Vaccine Clinic In Marathon County Opens April 6
Three other community-vaccination clinics are located in Rock County, La Crosse County and Racine County.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha County Updates Recommendations For Indoor Gatherings
Indoor venues may host events with no capacity limits with a focus on social distancing, separation of groups, and mask-wearing.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Dentists Can Start Administering COVID-19 Vaccines In Wisconsin
A bill signed by Gov. Tony Evers on Monday allows dentists to administer the vaccine under certain circumstances.
Feroze Dhanoa, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin Gov. Evers Bumps Up COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility A Week
Residents 16 and older with certain medical conditions can get a shot March 22 as state continues to be a "national leader," governor says.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Wisconsinites Headed Outside In Record Numbers To Escape Pandemic
A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum shows a surge of residents turning to outdoor recreation to escape the COVID-19 pandemic.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Scales Back COVID-19 Testing At American Family Field
The city said it will allocate more resources to vaccination sites as new coronavirus infections continue to drop around the area.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
WI Coronavirus Vaccine Hub: Where, Who And How To Get Immunized
Find the latest information here on who is eligible to be vaccinate in Wisconsin and how to schedule an appointment.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Officially Announces Location In Waukesha
The newest restaurant, coming Fall 2021, is currently under construction at 2720 N. Grandview Blvd.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Wisconsin Teachers To Receive Coronavirus Vaccine Starting Monday
Four more community coronavirus vaccination clinics are set to open in Wisconsin in the next two months, Gov. Tony Evers said.
Payton Potter, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
No New Deaths From COVID-19 Reported For 2nd Day In A Row
Wisconsin's Department of Health Services announced the news during its daily coronavirus updated on Monday.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Evers Vetoes COVID-19 Bill, Calling Rejected Compromise A ‘Missed Opportunity’
GOP leaders lash back; Assembly Dems offer mask mandate legislation.
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
WI Senator Urges Wauwatosa Schools To Go Back In-Person
Sen. Kooyenga says he will advocate to direct state funding to schools that return to in-person learning.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha Florist Advises To Shop Local This Valentine's Day
Cammy Mantanona, owner of Flowers by Cammy at 2120 E. Moreland Blvd., encourages customers to use their local florists.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha County Expo Center To Serve As Vaccination Clinic
Waukesha County will expand operations at the location in March, with a goal of administering 1,500 vaccines per day.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
How WI Is Weathering Pandemic: See New Weekly Virus Data
The Biden Administration has begun releasing weekly updates on each state, including how that state tacks up against the country at large.
Feroze Dhanoa, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Brookfield Chick-Fil-A Requests Heated Huts For Drive-Thru
The dining area is closed due to the pandemic and extra labor is needed for the drive-thru.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
New Berlin, WI|News|
Give Your Dog A Spa Day At New Berlin's Spa Paw & Tail
Spa Paw & Tail, 5055 S Emmer Dr. was nominated by New Berlin Patch readers as a "Business of the Year."
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wauwatosa Group Starts Petition In Support Of In-Person Learning
An online petition was started in support of the Wauwatosa School District to transition students to five day in-person learning.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Brookfield Jewelry Store Brings Together 3 Generations
Craig Husar Fine Diamonds & Jewelry Designs welcomed 16-year-old Aidan Husar, who joins his father and grandfather at the business.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Milwaukee Woman Creates 'Totally '80s' Christmas Tree
As she was recovering from the coronavirus, Eva Welch decided to use her collection of '80s memorabilia as a theme for her Christmas tree.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Life Time In Brookfield Is 'Rolling With The Punches'
Life Time, located at 17585 Golf Pkwy, was nominated for Brookfield Patch's Business of the Year.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Most In WI Plan Thanksgiving Within Own Household: Patch Survey
Here's how Wisconsin Patch readers say their Thanksgiving plans have changed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Feroze Dhanoa, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Gov. Evers: Wisconsin Has Shipped One Millionth N95 Mask
The distribution was part of ongoing efforts to ensure frontline workers have access to the critical personal protective equipment.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Wisconsin Mask Mandate Formally Extended
Gov. Evers issued two new orders that aim to reduce hospital bed and staff shortages by requiring face coverings.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Small Business Saturday 2020: Help Them Stay Afloat In Brookfield
Small Business Saturday — it’s on Nov. 28 this year — helps local businesses in Brookfield overcome pandemic hardships.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
