Milwaukee County Has Record Year For Homicides

COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin are declining, with the seven-day average falling below 4000 for the first time in nearly a month. However, health officials caution that the situation is not yet under control, as community spread remains high. The pandemic has exacerbated violence in Milwaukee, leading to a record number of homicides in 2020, disproportionately affecting black and brown communities due to a lack of resources.

What trend is being observed in the number of cases in Wisconsin?

What was the seven-day average of new cases in Wisconsin this week?

What warnings are health officials giving regarding the current situation?

How has the pandemic affected violence in Milwaukee?

What disparities are highlighted in the impact of violence in Milwaukee County?