City of La Crosse can issue mask mandate, health leaders say
City of La Crosse can issue mask mandate, health leaders say
CORONAVIRUS
Doctors continue to see odd long-term impacts on health in COVID-19 patients
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT)-- We continue to learn more about the ongoing effects of COVID-19, long after the person is initially sick. Sometimes the conditions are odd, like memory issues or confusion and even behavioral changes. But others are potentially…
International students face potential deportation, local university takes steps to prevent it
When school begins in the fall, some international students in the U.S. may be at risk of deportation if their universities switch to online class only. This is due to new modifications announced by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,…
New community initiative created for businesses to 'Check the Spread' of COVID-19
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The La Crosse County Health Department (LCHD), along with community partners, is launching a new initiative inviting businesses to Check the Spread of COVID-19. The Weber Group, Downtown Main Street Inc., La Crosse Area Chamber…
WATCH LIVE: La Crosse County gives COVID-19 update
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The La Crosse County Health Department will give an update on COVID-19 case numbers, address mask orders in neighboring communities and will welcome Libby Weber from The Weber Group as a guest to discuss a…
Trump threatens to cut federal aid if schools don't reopen
President Donald Trump is threatening to withhold federal money if schools don’t reopen in the fall. He says the guidelines his own federal health officials have created for schools to reopen are impractical and expensive. Trump isn't saying what funds…
Johnson cleared to race after 2 negative coronavirus tests
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson has twice tested negative for the coronavirus and has been cleared to race Sunday at Kentucky Speedway. Johnson missed the first race of his Cup career when he tested positive last…
UK creates discount scheme for people to eat out in August
LONDON (AP) — The British government has unveiled a package of measures that it hopes will kick-start the economy and limit the anticipated spike in unemployment as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Treasury chief Rishi Sunak outlined a series…
Onalaska's city clerk transitions leadership while handling elections and COVID-19
In a year full of changes the city of Onalaska is entering a new beginning at City Hall.
Winona State announces more plans for fall semester
Winona, Minn. (WKBT) - Winona State is announcing more details of their plan to return to classes this fall. Online only courses will be a little more than…
