COVID-19 in Wisconsin: State reports 3rd straight day with 1,300+ new positive tests
The state of Wisconsin reported 1,353 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, another higher-than-normal total as the state as increased testing.
The state of Wisconsin reported 1,353 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, another higher-than-normal total as the state as increased testing.
Gophers star gymnast Shane Wiskus reacts to University of Minnesota's plan to cut men's program
Gophers gymnast and Team USA member Shane Wiskus is now facing dual disappointment this season as, months after learning the Olympics would be postponed, the University of Minnesota is now planning to cut his team.
Gophers gymnast and Team USA member Shane Wiskus is now facing dual disappointment this season as, months after learning the Olympics would be postponed, the University of Minnesota is now planning to cut his team.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 929 new cases, 9 more deaths reported Saturday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 929 new COVID-19 cases and nine more deaths Saturday.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 929 new COVID-19 cases and nine more deaths Saturday.
Oxford, AstraZeneca to resume coronavirus vaccine trial
Pauses in drug trials are commonplace.
Pauses in drug trials are commonplace.
Senate Republicans fire Minnesota commerce commissioner as Walz's emergency order is extended
Minnesota Senate Republicans fired another of Gov. Tim Walz's commissioners during a short but contentious special session Friday, after they were unable to end Walz's emergency powers over the coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota Senate Republicans fired another of Gov. Tim Walz's commissioners during a short but contentious special session Friday, after they were unable to end Walz's emergency powers over the coronavirus pandemic.
Free COVID-19 testing event to be held at Winona State University
The Minnesota Department of Health will be offering free COVID-19 testing next week at Winona State University following an outbreak of cases on the campus that led to school leaders ordering a self-imposed quarantine.
The Minnesota Department of Health will be offering free COVID-19 testing next week at Winona State University following an outbreak of cases on the campus that led to school leaders ordering a self-imposed quarantine.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 484 new cases, 13 new deaths reported Friday
Minnesota's latest numbers in the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
Minnesota's latest numbers in the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
Minnesota parents push for high school football to return this fall
Last month, the Minnesota State High School League voted to move the football season to the spring due to coronavirus concerns, but some parents are pushing for the games to return this fall.
Last month, the Minnesota State High School League voted to move the football season to the spring due to coronavirus concerns, but some parents are pushing for the games to return this fall.
In a year of social distancing, coronavirus pandemic alters Sept. 11, too
The coronavirus pandemic has reshaped how the U.S. is observing the anniversary of 9/11.
The coronavirus pandemic has reshaped how the U.S. is observing the anniversary of 9/11.
Minnesota priest pushes COVID-19 conspiracies during homily, warns against vaccines
A local priest is facing scrutiny over a recent homily and his stance on the coronavirus pandemic. In a homily delivered this past Sunday, Father Robert Altier spent 20 minutes explaining why he believes the COVID-19 virus was manufactured and spread on purpose.
A local priest is facing scrutiny over a recent homily and his stance on the coronavirus pandemic. In a homily delivered this past Sunday, Father Robert Altier spent 20 minutes explaining why he believes the COVID-19 virus was manufactured and spread on purpose.
Live event workers march in Minneapolis, call for financial help amid pandemic
Twin Cities behind-the-scenes workers in the live events industry were on center stage Thursday as they marched from the Orpheum Theatre to Peavey Plaza in downtown Minneapolis, while pushing road cases.
Twin Cities behind-the-scenes workers in the live events industry were on center stage Thursday as they marched from the Orpheum Theatre to Peavey Plaza in downtown Minneapolis, while pushing road cases.
As COVID-19 conditions improve at long-term care facilities, concern remains for community transmission
Minnesota health officials say the current outlook for long-term facilities in Minnesota has improved drastically compared to when the pandemic started, but continued vigilance of safety practices will be key to help keep residents at those facilities safe.
Minnesota health officials say the current outlook for long-term facilities in Minnesota has improved drastically compared to when the pandemic started, but continued vigilance of safety practices will be key to help keep residents at those facilities safe.
Walz: No promises GOP will spare commissioners
Gov. Tim Walz says he's gotten no promises from Minnesota Senate Republicans that they'll avoid firing any more of his commissioners during Friday's special session.
Gov. Tim Walz says he's gotten no promises from Minnesota Senate Republicans that they'll avoid firing any more of his commissioners during Friday's special session.
1 Minnesota county hits high enough COVID-19 case rate for state to recommend full distance learning
Waseca County is the only county in Minnesota with a COVID-19 case rate high enough for the state to recommend full distance learning for all students, according to the latest data released by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Waseca County is the only county in Minnesota with a COVID-19 case rate high enough for the state to recommend full distance learning for all students, according to the latest data released by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Minnesota sees low COVID-19 testing, case numbers for 3rd consecutive day due to Labor Day reporting delays
Minnesota reported a third consecutive day of low COVID-19 testing and a low number of new cases Thursday due to a delay in reporting over Labor Day weekend.
Minnesota reported a third consecutive day of low COVID-19 testing and a low number of new cases Thursday due to a delay in reporting over Labor Day weekend.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 1,547 new cases marks single-day record, 17.5% of tests return positive
The state of Wisconsin reported 1,547 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, making it the highest single-day case increase of the pandemic.
The state of Wisconsin reported 1,547 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, making it the highest single-day case increase of the pandemic.
Layoffs remain elevated as 884,000 Americans seek unemployment aid
The number of Americans applying for jobless aid was unchanged last week at 884,000.
The number of Americans applying for jobless aid was unchanged last week at 884,000.
How each of the Twin Cities metro area school districts are going back to school this fall
The school year has begun for many Twin Cities metro area school districts in what will be a year unlike any other.
The school year has begun for many Twin Cities metro area school districts in what will be a year unlike any other.
Officials find only about half of Minnesota bars, restaurants in compliance with COVID-19 safeguards
The Minnesota Department of Health reported Wednesday that during the most recent inspection of 167 bars and restaurants, barely over half were found to be in compliance with COVID-19 safeguards.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported Wednesday that during the most recent inspection of 167 bars and restaurants, barely over half were found to be in compliance with COVID-19 safeguards.
UW-Madison shuts down in-person classes, campus facilities for two weeks after COVID-19 spike
UW-Madison is shutting down all in-person gatherings, in-person classes, many campus facilities and quarantining two dormitories until Sept. 25, the University announced Wednesday night.
UW-Madison is shutting down all in-person gatherings, in-person classes, many campus facilities and quarantining two dormitories until Sept. 25, the University announced Wednesday night.