COVID-19 in Minnesota: 11 more deaths, 338 newly confirmed cases reported Monday as hospitalizations decrease
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 11 more deaths from COVID-19 and 338 newly confirmed cases Monday bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,197 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 28,224.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 11 more deaths from COVID-19 and 338 newly confirmed cases Monday bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,197 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 28,224.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 646 deaths to date
The state of Wisconsin is reporting 646 deaths due to COVID-19 to date.
The state of Wisconsin is reporting 646 deaths due to COVID-19 to date.
Sheriff: Tree cut down to block Hwy. 61 on North Shore to keep visitors out amid COVID-19 pandemic
Authorities in northeastern Minnesota are investigating after they say it appears a tree was intentionally cut down to block Highway 61 in order to keep visitors away from the North Shore amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Authorities in northeastern Minnesota are investigating after they say it appears a tree was intentionally cut down to block Highway 61 in order to keep visitors away from the North Shore amid the coronavirus pandemic.
With recovery of last case, New Zealand has eradicated virus
New Zealand appears to have eradicated the coronavirus for now after health officials said the last known infected person has recovered.
New Zealand appears to have eradicated the coronavirus for now after health officials said the last known infected person has recovered.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 20,000 positive tests to date
The state of Wisconsin has reported more than 20,000 positive COVID-19 tests to date, according to new data from the Department of Health Services.
The state of Wisconsin has reported more than 20,000 positive COVID-19 tests to date, according to new data from the Department of Health Services.
St. Paul Public Schools Board Chair Marny Xiong, 31, dies after battle with COVID-19
St. Paul Public Schools Board Chair Marny Xiong died after battling COVID-19, family said Sunday.
St. Paul Public Schools Board Chair Marny Xiong died after battling COVID-19, family said Sunday.
Minnesota reports 16 more COVID-19 deaths, 388 new cases
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 16 more deaths from COVID-19 and 388 newly confirmed cases Sunday bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,186 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 27,886.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 16 more deaths from COVID-19 and 388 newly confirmed cases Sunday bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,186 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 27,886.
World reaches 400,000 virus deaths
The confirmed global death toll from the COVID-19 virus reached at least 400,000 fatalities on Sunday.
The confirmed global death toll from the COVID-19 virus reached at least 400,000 fatalities on Sunday.
‘Weee!’: Grandma rides mobility scooter in skate park to celebrate after months in quarantine
A grandma in Scotland celebrated being out of the house after months in quarantine by riding on her mobility scooter at a skate park.
A grandma in Scotland celebrated being out of the house after months in quarantine by riding on her mobility scooter at a skate park.
Trader Joe’s, Costco, Whole Foods have best coronavirus safety measures among grocery stores: Survey
Ipsos released its Consumer Health & Safety Index survey on Wednesday and found that the three companies excelled at proper face-covering usage, social distancing and other critical procedures that help customers minimize their chance of contracting COVID-19.
Ipsos released its Consumer Health & Safety Index survey on Wednesday and found that the three companies excelled at proper face-covering usage, social distancing and other critical procedures that help customers minimize their chance of contracting COVID-19.
Week of questions about long-term care COVID data leads to some answers
After a series of committee hearings and even a threat to obtain a legislative subpoena, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released detailed information about COVID 19 related issues in long-term care facilities.
After a series of committee hearings and even a threat to obtain a legislative subpoena, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released detailed information about COVID 19 related issues in long-term care facilities.
Minnesota reports 22 more COVID-19 deaths, 526 new cases
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 22 more deaths from COVID-19 and 526 newly confirmed cases Saturday, bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,170 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 27,501.
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 22 more deaths from COVID-19 and 526 newly confirmed cases Saturday, bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,170 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 27,501.
U of M president to recommend resuming in-person classes, reopening residence halls this fall
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel will recommend to the Board of Regents next week that the university resume in-person classes and reopen residence halls, dining facilities and other campus services for the fall semester, amid the coronavirus pandemic.
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel will recommend to the Board of Regents next week that the university resume in-person classes and reopen residence halls, dining facilities and other campus services for the fall semester, amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Gyms, fitness centers can reopen starting June 10
Gyms, fitness centers, yoga studios and martial arts in Minnesota can reopen starting next Wednesday.
Gyms, fitness centers, yoga studios and martial arts in Minnesota can reopen starting next Wednesday.
Faribault prison reports 56 new positive cases of COVID-19 but no serious illnesses
As Minnesota starts to reopen its economy, a state prison is seeing an outbreak of COVID-19.
As Minnesota starts to reopen its economy, a state prison is seeing an outbreak of COVID-19.
Mall of America set to reopen stores on Wednesday, June 10
On the same day, Minnesota is set to drop more restrictions put in place during the coronavirus pandemic, the Mall of America is set to reopen for the first time in months.
On the same day, Minnesota is set to drop more restrictions put in place during the coronavirus pandemic, the Mall of America is set to reopen for the first time in months.
Gov. Walz loosens coronavirus-related restrictions on restaurants, gyms, churches, entertainment venues
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday he is loosening more coronavirus-related restrictions on Minnesota businesses.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday he is loosening more coronavirus-related restrictions on Minnesota businesses.
Stay Safe MN plan Phase 3: What’s reopening, what's now allowed
The third phase of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s Stay Safe MN plan will begin on Wednesday, June 10 and allow for restaurants indoor dining, gyms, and entertainment venues to reopen as well as an increase in capacities for churches, salons and barbershops.
The third phase of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s Stay Safe MN plan will begin on Wednesday, June 10 and allow for restaurants indoor dining, gyms, and entertainment venues to reopen as well as an increase in capacities for churches, salons and barbershops.
Minnesota has hit 'kind of a plateau' with COVID-19 cases, health commissioner says
Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said Friday the state has hit "kind of a plateau" in coronavirus cases with "small waves within it."
Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said Friday the state has hit "kind of a plateau" in coronavirus cases with "small waves within it."
US unemployment drops unexpectedly to 13.3% amid outbreak
The U.S. unemployment rate fell unexpectedly in May to 13.3% — still on par with what the nation witnessed during the Great Depression — as states loosened their coronavirus lockdowns and businesses began recalling workers.
The U.S. unemployment rate fell unexpectedly in May to 13.3% — still on par with what the nation witnessed during the Great Depression — as states loosened their coronavirus lockdowns and businesses began recalling workers.