New COVID-19 test shows results like a pregnancy test
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results, which appear on a testing card with a similar design to some pregnancy tests.
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results, which appear on a testing card with a similar design to some pregnancy tests.
CDC changes testing guidance to exclude asymptomatic people exposed to COVID-19, bewildering experts
The CDC previously had advised local health departments to test people who have been within 6 feet of an infected person for more than 15 minutes.
The CDC previously had advised local health departments to test people who have been within 6 feet of an infected person for more than 15 minutes.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 7-day case increase average continues slow decline, death toll reaches 1,100
The 7-day new COVID-19 case increase average has declined steadily over the last two weeks in the state of Wisconsin, the state's Department of Health Services reported Wednesday.
The 7-day new COVID-19 case increase average has declined steadily over the last two weeks in the state of Wisconsin, the state's Department of Health Services reported Wednesday.
Minnesota health officials report 14 more COVID-19 deaths Wednesday, highest number in a week
Fourteen more people have died from COVID-19 in Minnesota and more than 500 new cases have been confirmed across the state, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Wednesday.
Fourteen more people have died from COVID-19 in Minnesota and more than 500 new cases have been confirmed across the state, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Wednesday.
Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Vikings to start season with no fans at U.S. Bank Stadium for first 2 home games
The first two Minnesota Vikings home games of the 2020 season will be played without any fans in attendance amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the team announced Tuesday.
The first two Minnesota Vikings home games of the 2020 season will be played without any fans in attendance amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the team announced Tuesday.
American Airlines plans 19,000 furloughs, layoffs when federal aid expires in October
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
'She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon': Mother of 6 dies from COVID-19
" She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon."
" She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon."
Costa Rica will begin allowing American tourists from 6 states to visit
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
Minnesota to get new COVID-19 saliva testing lab that will double state's testing capacity
The nation’s leading distributor of COVID-19 saliva testing is planning to establish a new saliva testing lab in Minnesota that will more than double the state’s current test processing capacity, Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday.
The nation’s leading distributor of COVID-19 saliva testing is planning to establish a new saliva testing lab in Minnesota that will more than double the state’s current test processing capacity, Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday.
Twin Cities private schools reopen without state-funded services like nurses and buses
Many private schools are returning to in-person learning in the coming weeks, but some are doing it without state-funded essential services because they are located in public school districts that have opted to remain all online.
Many private schools are returning to in-person learning in the coming weeks, but some are doing it without state-funded essential services because they are located in public school districts that have opted to remain all online.
Izzy's Ice Cream closing Minneapolis shop amid 'these challenging times'
Izzy's Ice Cream will be closing its Minneapolis shop near Gold Medal Park just months after the owners decided to permanently close their St. Paul location amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Izzy's Ice Cream will be closing its Minneapolis shop near Gold Medal Park just months after the owners decided to permanently close their St. Paul location amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minneapolis charter school takes steps to bring distance learners inside the classroom
A north Minneapolis charter school is taking steps to ensure that no child is left behind.
A north Minneapolis charter school is taking steps to ensure that no child is left behind.
Best Buy reports record second quarter, citing spike in online sales amid pandemic
Best Buy reported a spike in online sales as residents across the country shift to virtual learning and working from home.
Best Buy reported a spike in online sales as residents across the country shift to virtual learning and working from home.
Deadline approaching for Minnesotans to renew food or cash benefits
The deadline to renew eligibility for food or cash assistance is coming up at the end of the month for more than 20,000 Minnesotans.
The deadline to renew eligibility for food or cash assistance is coming up at the end of the month for more than 20,000 Minnesotans.
Experts say decline in new US COVID-19 cases is result of masks, insufficient testing
The number of Americans newly diagnosed with the coronavirus is falling — a development experts credit at least partly to increased wearing of masks — even as the outbreak continues to claim nearly 1,000 lives in the U.S. each day.
The number of Americans newly diagnosed with the coronavirus is falling — a development experts credit at least partly to increased wearing of masks — even as the outbreak continues to claim nearly 1,000 lives in the U.S. each day.
Minnesota health officials report 8 more COVID-19 deaths, 414 new cases Tuesday
Eight more people have died from COVID-19 in Minnesota and more than 400 new cases have been confirmed across the state, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Tuesday. The state has now seen 70,707 cases of COVID-19 and 1,779 deaths.
Eight more people have died from COVID-19 in Minnesota and more than 400 new cases have been confirmed across the state, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Tuesday. The state has now seen 70,707 cases of COVID-19 and 1,779 deaths.
35 COVID-19 cases in Minnesota linked to Sturgis motorcycle rally
There are now 35 cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota connected to the Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota, according to Minnesota Department of Health Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann.
There are now 35 cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota connected to the Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota, according to Minnesota Department of Health Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 13 new deaths reported after 2 days of zero
The state of Wisconsin reported 13 new deaths Tuesday after two consecutive days with zero reported.
The state of Wisconsin reported 13 new deaths Tuesday after two consecutive days with zero reported.
Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt tests positive for COVID-19
The 34-year-old retired sprinter won gold in the 100 and 200 meters at the last three Olympics.
The 34-year-old retired sprinter won gold in the 100 and 200 meters at the last three Olympics.