Fluctuating COVID-19 data factors in as school districts determine learning models
One factor in those decisions is the weekly numbers released by the Department of Health, which school districts have been directed to use as guide when determining their learning model this year.
COVID-19 cases among kids on the rise as schools consider whether to return to classes
Minnesota is seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases among kids and teens, just as some districts are preparing to reopen in-person classes.
'I'm a teacher and I'm scared:' Walz hears concerns about school reopening
Ellen Gurrola hadn't planned to take her concerns about reopening schools straight to Gov. Tim Walz.
Minneapolis private school lets parents decide between in-person or distance learning
As the beginning of the school year nears, learning plans amid the pandemic are still taking shape.
Wayzata schools plan for hybrid model of learning for fall
School officials in Wayzata are set to go with a hybrid learning model return to classes, that will include some students at school and some using distance learning depending on the day of the week.
Ramsey County to offer free COVID-19 testing on weekends in August
Free COVID-19 testing will be offered in Ramsey County over the next four weekends in August, according to county officials. Testing will start on Saturday, August 8.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 867 new positive cases, 7 more deaths reported Thursday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 867 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Thursday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 56,640 and the death toll from the disease to 1,636.
All 14 Minnesota bars, restaurants in compliance after receiving warnings for COVID-19 safety violations
All 14 establishments that received warning letters for violations of the state's COVID-19 safety guidelines are now in compliance, according to the Department of Public Safety Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement.
Visiting restrictions loosen at long-term care facilities as Essential Caregiver programs begin
Visiting restrictions are loosening for some long-term care facilities in Minnesota as their Essential Caregiver programs begin.
Care facilities already stretched thin by COVID-19 say staffing shortages biggest threat to industry
A group home in North Branch, Minnesota got some attention this week when a copy of its COVID-19 preparedness policy was posted on social media.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 629 new positive cases, 9 more deaths reported Wednesday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 629 new cases of COVID-19 and nine more deaths Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 57,779 and the death toll from the disease to 1,629.
Schools across Minnesota grapple with pandemic concerns as fall draws near
As fall draws near, residents and school administrators in both rural and urban Minnesota are grappling with concerns over the pandemic.
A whole new ballgame: St. Paul Saints play first game at CHS Field since pandemic started
The St. Paul Saints are back in action in downtown St. Paul for the first time this season, and even though there were some changes because of the coronavirus, fans couldn't be happier.
Minnesota high school football players, coaches react to delayed season
While some Minnesota high school sports will continue to be played this fall, volleyball and football will be moved to the spring amid concerns for COVID-19.
Valleyfair to remain closed for the rest of the year due to pandemic
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Valleyfair will remain closed for the rest of the year, according to an update released Tuesday.
Minnesota voter group files lawsuit to block mask mandate at polling places
A group of Minnesota voters filed a federal lawsuit against state and local leaders, including Governor Tim Walz, over concerns the statewide mask mandate creates a legal conflict that will cause them to break the law when voting in-person.
MSHSL votes to push back high school football, volleyball to spring of 2021 amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Minnesota State High School League met Tuesday morning to determine what the options are for the high school fall sports season amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Minnesota reports 606 new COVID-19 cases, 4 more deaths Tuesday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 606 new cases of COVID-19 and four more deaths Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 57,162 and the death toll from the disease to 1,620.
Minnesota woman who lost husband to COVID-19 remains hopeful for vaccine
As health officials discuss efforts to find a COVID-19 vaccine, FOX 9 caught up with one Minnesota woman who lost her husband to the virus back in April.
Minnesota 1 of 4 states in pilot group to plan roll out of COVID-19 vaccine
Minnesota is one of four states selected by the federal government to be part of a pilot group looking at how to roll out a COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available, state health officials said Monday.