Facebook to remove false claims about COVID-19 vaccines
The social network said it will remove any Facebook or Instagram posts with false information about COVID-19 vaccines that have been debunked by public health experts.
The social network said it will remove any Facebook or Instagram posts with false information about COVID-19 vaccines that have been debunked by public health experts.
Justices order review of California virus rules for churches
The high court's unsigned order Thursday, with no noted dissent, leaves the California restrictions in place for now.
The high court's unsigned order Thursday, with no noted dissent, leaves the California restrictions in place for now.
California hits virus-case record; governor's staff tests positive
New cases have exploded in recent weeks to the point that the state is averaging 15,000 new cases a day and the infection rate has more than doubled.
New cases have exploded in recent weeks to the point that the state is averaging 15,000 new cases a day and the infection rate has more than doubled.
Unemployment claims remain high at 712,000 as COVID-19 pandemic escalates
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week to a still-high 712,000, the latest sign that the U.S. economy and job market remain under stress from the intensified viral outbreak.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week to a still-high 712,000, the latest sign that the U.S. economy and job market remain under stress from the intensified viral outbreak.
CVS to give free coronavirus antibody drug to eligible patients in pilot program
CVS was picked by the Department of Health and Human Services to give free doses of an antibody drug to eligible coronavirus patients either in their home or long-term care facilities.
CVS was picked by the Department of Health and Human Services to give free doses of an antibody drug to eligible coronavirus patients either in their home or long-term care facilities.
Minnesota first responders say they should be among first to be vaccinated
Two firefighter groups asked Gov. Tim Walz to overrule the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and include first responders in the first wave of Minnesotans who get coronavirus vaccines.
Two firefighter groups asked Gov. Tim Walz to overrule the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and include first responders in the first wave of Minnesotans who get coronavirus vaccines.
Dr. Osterholm discusses COVID-19 with U of M President Joan Gabel
A prominent Minnesota doctor met virtually with University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel Wednesday, telling her that the outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic is in our control.
A prominent Minnesota doctor met virtually with University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel Wednesday, telling her that the outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic is in our control.
'Help us help you': First responders call for Minnesotans to help limit COVID-19 spread
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz highlighted the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on first responders, who remain on the frontlines as community spread increases statewide and hospital ICU nears capacity in the Twin Cities metro area.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz highlighted the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on first responders, who remain on the frontlines as community spread increases statewide and hospital ICU nears capacity in the Twin Cities metro area.
More than 230,000 Minnesotans have downloaded COVIDaware app
More than 230,000 Minnesotans have downloaded COVIDaware, the COVID-19 exposure app, which launched just over a week ago, according to Governor Tim Walz.
More than 230,000 Minnesotans have downloaded COVIDaware, the COVID-19 exposure app, which launched just over a week ago, according to Governor Tim Walz.
Kirk Cousins confident Vikings QBs can avoid COVID-19 outbreak
Adam Thielen and Kyle Rudolph are the Vikings' emergency quarterbacks if Kirk Cousins, Sean Mannion, Jake Browning and Nate Stanley all have to miss a game due to COVID-19.
Adam Thielen and Kyle Rudolph are the Vikings' emergency quarterbacks if Kirk Cousins, Sean Mannion, Jake Browning and Nate Stanley all have to miss a game due to COVID-19.
Judge orders Plainview, Minn. gym to close after it remained open during COVID-19 pause
A judge has ordered the owner of a gym in Plainview, Minnesota to close its doors after the owners remained open during a COVID-19 pause issued by Governor Walz.
A judge has ordered the owner of a gym in Plainview, Minnesota to close its doors after the owners remained open during a COVID-19 pause issued by Governor Walz.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Test positivity rate rising, cases dropping
The 7-day COVID-19 test positivity average in the state of Wisconsin is rising again while the 7-day case increase average continues its decline.
The 7-day COVID-19 test positivity average in the state of Wisconsin is rising again while the 7-day case increase average continues its decline.
CDC shortens coronavirus exposure quarantine period
Officials said quarantine can now end after 10 days without a COVID-19 test, if the person reports no symptoms, or after seven days with a negative test result if the person reports no symptoms.
Officials said quarantine can now end after 10 days without a COVID-19 test, if the person reports no symptoms, or after seven days with a negative test result if the person reports no symptoms.
CDC urges Americans to stay home for holidays
Many Americans didn't follow CDC guidance against traveling over Thanksgiving so the agency announced the testing option during a Wednesday news briefing.
Many Americans didn't follow CDC guidance against traveling over Thanksgiving so the agency announced the testing option during a Wednesday news briefing.
Illinois reports highest single-day death toll from coronavirus
Illinois health officials on Wednesday announced 238 additional deaths from COVID-19 statewide, the highest number of single-day deaths during the entire pandemic.
Illinois health officials on Wednesday announced 238 additional deaths from COVID-19 statewide, the highest number of single-day deaths during the entire pandemic.
Minnesota reports 5,192 new COVID-19 cases, 77 more deaths Wednesday
Minnesota health officials reported 5,192 new cases of COVID-19 and 77 additional deaths from the disease Wednesday.
Minnesota health officials reported 5,192 new cases of COVID-19 and 77 additional deaths from the disease Wednesday.
Dr. Fauci among People magazine's '2020 People of the Year'
People magazine has named Regina King, Selena Gomez, Dr. Anthony Fauci and George Clooney as the “2020 People of the Year.”
People magazine has named Regina King, Selena Gomez, Dr. Anthony Fauci and George Clooney as the “2020 People of the Year.”
Oregon mink farm confirms presence of coronavirus
In the United States, Utah, Michigan and Wisconsin have already reported cases of SARS-CoV-2 in mink.
In the United States, Utah, Michigan and Wisconsin have already reported cases of SARS-CoV-2 in mink.
Rise in cases threatens California's health care system; state urges workers to get tested weekly
The California Department of Public Health sent hospitals a letter last week that “strongly recommends” they test their employees at least once a week.
The California Department of Public Health sent hospitals a letter last week that “strongly recommends” they test their employees at least once a week.
Dr. Anthony Fauci lays out timetable for when sports fans can return to packed stadiums, arenas
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, laid out a timetable on Monday for when sports teams will likely be able to pack stadiums and arenas again.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, laid out a timetable on Monday for when sports teams will likely be able to pack stadiums and arenas again.