Rise in Dengue Fever cases prompts health alert for popular spring break spots
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
MPS lead hazards: State orders improved cleaning practices
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' office sent MPS a letter this week, ordering the school district to improve how it cleans schools with high levels of lead.
UW Health using A.I.
Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 to talk about a variety of health topics including a rise in ADHD prescriptions for adults and UW health using A.I. for health care.
Lead in Milwaukee schools; testing underway, district's maintenance plan due
Milwaukee Public Schools has just two days left to figure out a long-term plan for lead issues that closed several of the district's buildings.
MPS lead exposure; student screening clinics as doctors warn of decline
Doctors are warning of a drop in child lead testing as Milwaukee Public Schools closed several buildings due to unsafe levels of lead.
MPS lead hazards: 3 more schools closed, leaders urge testing
The new superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, Brenda Cassellius, said on Monday, March 17 that her number one priority is dealing with the dangers of lead in school buildings.
MPS lead hazards: Bradley Tech testing clinic opens to families
The Milwaukee Health Department held a blood lead level testing clinic for MPS students and families at Bradley Tech High School on Saturday, March 15.
MPS lead hazards: 3 more schools to close
The Milwaukee Public Schools lead problem continues to grow as three more schools will shut their doors on Monday, March 17.
MPS lead hazards: EPA, CDC help requested for investigations
The Milwaukee Public Schools lead problem continues to grow as three more schools will shut their doors on Monday, March 17.
MPS lead exposure; 3 more schools closing
Starms Early Childhood Center, Fernwood Montessori School and LaFollette School are all temporarily closing, effective Monday, March 17.
More measles cases in the U.S.
There are now more than 250 cases of the measles in the U.S. And so far, two unvaccinated people have died from measles-related causes. Doctors are warning people about the potential long-term complications of the virus. Dr. Bill Hartman from UW Health joined FOX6 News to explain.
Open Record: Once in a Century
The FOX6 Investigators reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic five years later.
Bird flu solution: Vaccinate chickens or slaughter every infected flock?
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
MPS lead exposure; Trowbridge School to reopen
Trowbridge Street School passed its clearance check following the latest round of lead hazard remediation and cleaning, allowing the school to reopen.
RFK Jr. seeks to eliminate FDA’s GRAS 'loophole' to improve food ingredient safety
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
Bucks' Junior Bridgeman dead after medical emergency: reports
Milwaukee Bucks minority owner and former player Junior Bridgeman has died after he suffered a medical emergency at a public event on Tuesday.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Milwaukee lead exposure, free testing clinic held Saturday
Milwaukee Public Schools' ongoing lead crisis has caused concern and confusion among families. A free testing clinic was held on Saturday.
Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.