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Some schools remain closed after break as covid cases rise

By Will Kenneally, Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

January 7, 2022 • Southeast Region

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Multiple large school districts in Wisconsin, including the Madison and Milwaukee districts, temporarily moved back to virtual instruction after winter break due to record spread of COVID-19 and staffing shortages.

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