More than 2 dozen NJ lifeguards test positive for coronavirus
Authorities say more than two dozen lifeguards from two New Jersey beach towns have tested positive for the coronavirus after having been together socially.
Authorities say more than two dozen lifeguards from two New Jersey beach towns have tested positive for the coronavirus after having been together socially.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 871 new cases, 3 more deaths
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 871 new cases of COVID-19 and three more deaths Sunday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 51,153 and the death toll from the disease to 1,574.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 871 new cases of COVID-19 and three more deaths Sunday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 51,153 and the death toll from the disease to 1,574.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 953 new cases, 13 more deaths Saturday
The state of Wisconsin reported 953 new confirmed COVID-19 cases Saturday and 13 more deaths.
The state of Wisconsin reported 953 new confirmed COVID-19 cases Saturday and 13 more deaths.
Mask mandate takes effect in Minnesota
Saturday marked the first day of Minnesota's mask mandate, put into effect by Governor Walz to combat the COVID-19 outbreak.
Saturday marked the first day of Minnesota's mask mandate, put into effect by Governor Walz to combat the COVID-19 outbreak.
Advocates call on Minneapolis leaders to do more to help people facing homelessness
Marchers called on Mayor Frey and other city leaders Saturday to take steps to deal with the growing population of people facing homelessness in Minneapolis.
Marchers called on Mayor Frey and other city leaders Saturday to take steps to deal with the growing population of people facing homelessness in Minneapolis.
Many Americans should be getting $1,200 checks in August, Treasury Secretary says
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says that many Americans will be getting another $1,200 stimulus check in August. But, he says that the GOP is determined to cut down the $600/week in extra federal unemployment benefits that millions have been getting for months.
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says that many Americans will be getting another $1,200 stimulus check in August. But, he says that the GOP is determined to cut down the $600/week in extra federal unemployment benefits that millions have been getting for months.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 805 new cases, 5 more deaths
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 805 new cases of COVID-19 and five more deaths Saturday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 50,291 and the death toll from the disease to 1,571.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 805 new cases of COVID-19 and five more deaths Saturday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to 50,291 and the death toll from the disease to 1,571.
Minnesota governor issues mandate requiring masks to be worn inside businesses, public indoor spaces
Gov. Tim Walz issued an executive order Wednesday requiring Minnesotans to wear masks indoors as he tries to avoid a surge in coronavirus cases here.
Gov. Tim Walz issued an executive order Wednesday requiring Minnesotans to wear masks indoors as he tries to avoid a surge in coronavirus cases here.
Teachers rally at Minnesota governor’s residence, call for caution before returning to in-person teaching
Twin Cities teachers again expressed worries about a return to the classroom this fall as concerns over the coronavirus continue.
Twin Cities teachers again expressed worries about a return to the classroom this fall as concerns over the coronavirus continue.
Save Our Stages Act could give much-needed help to struggling music venues
This week, U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced legislation set to give relief to music venues that have been shuttered since the pandemic.
This week, U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced legislation set to give relief to music venues that have been shuttered since the pandemic.
No virus bill yet: White House, GOP at odds over jobless aid
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sent senators home, promising a Republican proposal would be ready on Monday.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sent senators home, promising a Republican proposal would be ready on Monday.
Twins fans cheer on team from afar as players takes field for opening day amid a pandemic
Friday was the day Minnesota baseball fans were waiting for. For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic put their season on pause, the Minnesota Twins will step on a baseball diamond.
Friday was the day Minnesota baseball fans were waiting for. For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic put their season on pause, the Minnesota Twins will step on a baseball diamond.
Young adults urged to consider their workplaces when making social plans amid pandemic
As young adults make up the largest age group with confirmed COVID-19 cases in Minnesota, health officials are urging them to "consider all your roles" before making social plans.
As young adults make up the largest age group with confirmed COVID-19 cases in Minnesota, health officials are urging them to "consider all your roles" before making social plans.
14 family members contract COVID-19 after backyard barbecue
A family is mourning and hoping for healing after 14 family members were infected by the virus.
A family is mourning and hoping for healing after 14 family members were infected by the virus.
Health officials, law enforcement warn of COVID-19 contact tracing scams in Minnesota
State health officials and law enforcement are warning Minnesotans about contact tracing scams that have cropped up lately amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
State health officials and law enforcement are warning Minnesotans about contact tracing scams that have cropped up lately amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 1,018 confirmed cases, no deaths reported Friday
The state of Wisconsin reported more than 1,000 new confirmed COVID-19 cases Friday for the third time in four days.
The state of Wisconsin reported more than 1,000 new confirmed COVID-19 cases Friday for the third time in four days.
Going shopping? Here are the major retailers that are requiring customers to wear masks
Amid the sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in many states across the U.S., more national retailers have rolled out new policies that will require customers to wear facial coverings while shopping in stores.
Amid the sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in many states across the U.S., more national retailers have rolled out new policies that will require customers to wear facial coverings while shopping in stores.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 773 new positive cases, five more deaths reported Friday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 773 new cases of COVID-19 and five more deaths Friday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to date to 49,488 and the death toll from the disease to 1,566.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 773 new cases of COVID-19 and five more deaths Friday, bringing the total number of cases the state has seen to date to 49,488 and the death toll from the disease to 1,566.
CDC releases updated guidelines calling the reopening of schools 'critically important'
The updated guidance urged school leaders to work with local officials on decisions about the fall, taking into account the virus's rate of transmission in the area.
The updated guidance urged school leaders to work with local officials on decisions about the fall, taking into account the virus's rate of transmission in the area.
Survey: Most Minnesota teachers aren't ready to return to the classroom in fall
Most teachers in Minnesota do not feel safe returning to the classroom this fall, according to a survey from Education Minnesota, the union representing the largest number of teachers across the state.
Most teachers in Minnesota do not feel safe returning to the classroom this fall, according to a survey from Education Minnesota, the union representing the largest number of teachers across the state.