FTC warns of ‘large scale’ unemployment fraud scam amid coronavirus pandemic

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning of a “large-scale scam erupting in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic” involving impostors who are filing claims for unemployment benefits using the personal information of people who have not filed any claims. 

COVID-19 in Minnesota: 29 more Minnesotans die from coronavirus, 244 patients in ICU

The Minnesota Department of Health reported 29 more deaths from COVID-19 and 404 newly confirmed cases Thursday, bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,115 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 26,273.

COVID-19 risks for popular summer activities
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Should I be worried about going to the pool? What about eating out on the patio? Dr. Frank Rhame, an infectious disease specialist with Allina Health, joined the Buzz to break down the risks of COVID-19 for popular summer activities.

Kat Perkins on music amid the pandemic and the podcast supporting her fellow artists
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The music scene has been hit hard by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. A new podcast called "Songs for the Cities" is working to support local artists. One of the featured musicians, Kat Perkins, joined the Buzz to chat about what people can expect.

George Floyd autopsy report reveals he was coronavirus survivor

George Floyd had tested positive for COVID-19, but was an asymptomatic carrier without lung damage, according to a new report from the Hennepin County Medical Examiner.

US private sector lost 2.7M jobs in May

Private employers slashed 2.7 million jobs in May as the coronavirus-induced lockdown devastated the U.S. economy and labor market, according to the ADP National Employment Report released Wednesday.

COVID-19 in Minnesota: MDH reports 14 more deaths, 372 newly confirmed cases Wednesday

The Minnesota Department of Health reported 14 more deaths from COVID-19 and 372 newly confirmed cases Wednesday, bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,086 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 25,870. 

U of M working on new COVID-19 test that would take just hours for results
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Researchers at the U are working on a new test that would speed up COVID-19 testing and make it possible to have a test completed right in a doctor's office. Dr. Mark Osborn joined the Buzz to chat about the new test and how quickly it might be ready.

Judge reaffirms Stay Safe MN order, Shady's bar must remain closed to indoor dine-in service

A Stearns County, Minnesota judge ruled Gov. Tim Walz has the right to issue his executive order requiring bars and restaurants to shut down during the pandemic after an Albany, Minn. bar announced its intent to violate the order last month.

Carver County cat confirmed to have virus that causes COVID-19

A pet cat in Carver County, Minnesota was confirmed to be infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans, officials said Tuesday.

Epidemiologists call for widespread contact tracing ‘as soon as possible’ amid COVID-19 pandemic

A new report from the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, is calling for immediate expansion of contact tracing in the U.S. using a more “tailored approach” amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 in Minnesota: 22 more deaths, 310 newly confirmed cases reported Tuesday

The Minnesota Department of Health reported 22 more deaths from COVID-19 and 310 newly confirmed cases Tuesday, bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,072 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 25,508. 

As COVID-19 restrictions ease, customers flock to hair salons, restaurant patios

June 1 marked the day many restaurants and hair salons in Minnesota have been waiting for since closures due to COVID-19 went into effect more than two months ago. 

COVID-19 in Minnesota: 10 new deaths, 361 newly confirmed cases reported Monday

The Minnesota Department of Health reported 10 more deaths from COVID-19 and 361 newly confirmed cases Monday, bringing the state's death toll from the disease to 1,050 and the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 25,208.