Nickelodeon Universe reopens at MOA with safety measures in place
After sitting idle for nearly five months, Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America opened up again on August 10.
After sitting idle for nearly five months, Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America opened up again on August 10.
New guidance for long-term care facilities outlines 2 levels of visits, activities amid COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota health officials released new guidance Monday to help long-term care facilities determine when and how to ease limitations on visits and activities for residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota health officials released new guidance Monday to help long-term care facilities determine when and how to ease limitations on visits and activities for residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: No new deaths reported for 1st time since July 24
The state of Wisconsin reported no new COVID-19 deaths for the first time since July 24 Monday.
The state of Wisconsin reported no new COVID-19 deaths for the first time since July 24 Monday.
School district says no pajamas for online classes
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
Minnesota reports 625 new COVID-19 cases, 3 more deaths Monday
Minnesota health officials reported 625 new COVID-19 cases and three more deaths Monday. The state has now seen 61,516 cases of COVID-19, with 54,364 patients no longer needing isolation. The death toll is 1,660.
Minnesota health officials reported 625 new COVID-19 cases and three more deaths Monday. The state has now seen 61,516 cases of COVID-19, with 54,364 patients no longer needing isolation. The death toll is 1,660.
Son believes prison sergeant contracted COVID-19 during botched Chino-to-San Quentin transfer
At 55 years old, Gilbert Polanco was a San Jose native who had wanted to become a prison guard after passing San Quentin on a ferry ride in middle school.
At 55 years old, Gilbert Polanco was a San Jose native who had wanted to become a prison guard after passing San Quentin on a ferry ride in middle school.
Paulding County school reports multiple COVID-19 cases after photo of packed hallways goes viral
The positive tests come amid the fallout over photos taken by a sophomore showing packed hallways at the school during the first week of classes.
The positive tests come amid the fallout over photos taken by a sophomore showing packed hallways at the school during the first week of classes.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 50,000 have recovered, 5,000 hospitalized to date
The state of Wisconsin has reported a total of 998 COVID-19 deaths since the pandemic began, according to state statistics.
The state of Wisconsin has reported a total of 998 COVID-19 deaths since the pandemic began, according to state statistics.
Minnesota reports 806 new COVID-19 cases, 9 more deaths Sunday
Minnesota health officials reported 806 new COVID-19 cases and nine more deaths Sunday. The state has now seen 60,898 cases of COVID-19, with 53,568 patients no longer needing isolation. The death toll is 1,657.
Minnesota health officials reported 806 new COVID-19 cases and nine more deaths Sunday. The state has now seen 60,898 cases of COVID-19, with 53,568 patients no longer needing isolation. The death toll is 1,657.
Rallies at the capitol recognize frontline workers, urge black voters to make voices heard
It was a busy afternoon at the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday as the steps became host to a number of different rallies, each focused on pandemic heroes to urging people to vote.
It was a busy afternoon at the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday as the steps became host to a number of different rallies, each focused on pandemic heroes to urging people to vote.
'Motorcycling is social distancing at 70 miles an hour': Minnesota bikers join crowds at Sturgis rally
The 80th annual motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota is now underway.
The 80th annual motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota is now underway.
Gone for good? Evidence signals many jobs aren't coming back after COVID-19 pandemic
As the coronavirus continues to transform a vast swath of the economy, it's becoming evident that millions of Americans face the prospect of a permanent job loss that will force some to seek work with new industries or in new occupations.
As the coronavirus continues to transform a vast swath of the economy, it's becoming evident that millions of Americans face the prospect of a permanent job loss that will force some to seek work with new industries or in new occupations.
Minnesota's COVID-19 count moves past 60,000 cases
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 924 new cases Saturday morning, bringing the state’s cumulative total to 60,101.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 924 new cases Saturday morning, bringing the state’s cumulative total to 60,101.
Still haven't received your first $1,200 stimulus check? What you need to do
While Congress is deadlocked on another coronavirus relief package that's widely expected to include a second stimulus check, millions of Americans are still awaiting the arrival of their first $1,200 cash payment.
While Congress is deadlocked on another coronavirus relief package that's widely expected to include a second stimulus check, millions of Americans are still awaiting the arrival of their first $1,200 cash payment.
Families create 'learning pods' amid uncertain school year
The pod phenomenon is new, arising from the chaos that many parents experienced in the spring trying to do their jobs while overseeing their children’s education after schools closed en masse in March as the coronavirus began its spread.
The pod phenomenon is new, arising from the chaos that many parents experienced in the spring trying to do their jobs while overseeing their children’s education after schools closed en masse in March as the coronavirus began its spread.
Free drive-thru and walk-up COVID-19 testing: Weekend times and locations
Free drive-thru and walk-up COVID-19 testing in Ramsey County begins this weekend at testing sites in Maplewood and St. Paul. The testing is free, and no insurance or ID is needed.
Free drive-thru and walk-up COVID-19 testing in Ramsey County begins this weekend at testing sites in Maplewood and St. Paul. The testing is free, and no insurance or ID is needed.
Las Vegas tourism plummets 71% in June
Casinos were closed for 78 days before reopening four days into the month.
Casinos were closed for 78 days before reopening four days into the month.
Trump says he may take executive action on evictions, student loans, payroll taxes if no aid agreement reached
Trump administration negotiators are heading back to the Capitol for last-ditch talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money.
Trump administration negotiators are heading back to the Capitol for last-ditch talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money.
4 US deaths tied to methanol-based hand sanitizers
Health officials reported this week that 15 adults were poisoned in Arizona and New Mexico in May and June after drinking hand sanitizer.
Health officials reported this week that 15 adults were poisoned in Arizona and New Mexico in May and June after drinking hand sanitizer.
16 Minneapolis parks identified to allow encampment, efforts ongoing for permit applications
Minneapolis Park Board and Recreation staff have identified 16 parks that either have permits or have been designated to accomodate temporary encampments.
Minneapolis Park Board and Recreation staff have identified 16 parks that either have permits or have been designated to accomodate temporary encampments.