Nonprofit Still Kickin’ raises money to buy winter gear for kids

With economic challenges for some families and the lack of coat drives because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is an even greater need to connect kids with winter clothing.

Long-term care facilities to be among first to receive COVID-19 vaccine

While Governor Tim Walz said the vaccine won't be available to the general public likely until late winter or early spring, those living in long-term care facilities could be getting it in a matter of weeks. 

Nurse: 'Stay home this Thanksgiving so you don't have to ring in the New Year with me'

Nurse Kelley Anaas joined Governor Tim Walz and health officials in giving the media an update on the COVID-19 situation in Minnesota, urging residents to keep following guidelines and consider staying home this Thanksgiving.

'Please Minnesota, stay home this Thanksgiving,' health care workers plead

State health officials and health care workers are pleading with Minnesotans to stay home this Thanksgiving to help slow the spread of COVID-19, saying that what we do over the next few weeks will determine what the next few months look like for the state. 

Indictment: Minnesota man used Federal CARES Act money to pay for pool

The Minnesota-based founder and CEO of a tech company has been arrested and indicted after he allegedly used federal Paycheck Protection Program money to build a pool and enrich himself.

Santa Claus to use plexiglass, face masks at malls across US as COVID-19 cases surge

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and the fact that Santa's age and weight put him at high risk for severe illness, mall owners are going ahead with plans to bring him back this year.

Minnesota reports 7,444 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths Monday

Minnesota health officials reported 7,444 new cases of COVID-19 and 12 additional deaths from the disease Monday. 

Whitmer administration issues new restrictions to slow spread of COVID-19

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced on Sunday that several new restrictions are in place to slow the skyrocketing cases of COVID-19.

Minnesota Senate GOP held large, in-person dinner party just before COVID outbreak 

Days before a coronavirus outbreak in the Minnesota Senate Republican caucus, the GOP held a large, in-person dinner party to celebrate their election results. 

Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka tests positive for COVID-19

Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka announced Sunday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and has been quarantining for several days.

Salvation Army sees spike in needs, now offers contactless ways to donate

The Salvation Army says requests for food since the pandemic started have increased significantly, and as Red Kettle season launches, Minnesotans are eager to help.

North Dakota governor changes tack and issues mask mandate

After months of resisting ordering the people of North Dakota to wear masks and limit the size of gatherings, the state's Republican governor relented in an effort to stem a coronavirus surge that is among the worst in the U.S. and that threatens to overwhelm the state's hospitals.