Here & Now

Some Schools Remain Closed After Break as Covid Cases Rise

Frederica Freyberg:

Several large school districts across the state delayed the return to the classroom as they faced rising infection numbers and staff shortages, including the Madison and Milwaukee districts. But late this week, Madison announced schools would be open in person as of Monday after securing additional personal protective equipment, testing and booster clinics. In a vote late Thursday, the Milwaukee Public School board decided to remain out of the classroom until January 18 but will stay with virtual instruction in the meantime.