Minnesota reports 33 new COVID-19 deaths, 260 ICU patients

The Minnesota Department of Health reported 510 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases and 33 new deaths Tuesday--tying the daily high for number of deaths. The total number of positive cases the state the state has seen so far is now 22,464 and the death toll has risen to 932. 

Epidemiologists urge creation of ‘smart testing’ system in US to minimize climbing COVID-19 deaths

A report published on May 20 by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) is calling for greater coordination by state and federal agencies in developing a more accessible and functional coronavirus testing infrastructure across the U.S.

Appeals court tosses small businesses' lawsuit against Gov. Walz

The Minnesota Court of Appeals has thrown out a lawsuit against Gov. Tim Walz over forced business closures, but a federal lawsuit filed by a group of churches continues.

Minneapolis, Bloomington will let restaurants reopen June 1 with parking lot, sidewalk dining

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has signed an emergency regulation allowing the city’s restaurants to expand outdoor dining into parking lots, sidewalks and other areas when restaurants are allowed to reopen statewide June 1.

Proposed recall petition filed against Governor Walz

Conservative activists have filed a proposed recall petition against Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, accusing him of malfeasance in office over his handling of the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 in Minnesota: Number of patients in ICU tops 250 for 1st time Tuesday

The Minnesota Department of Health reported 652 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases and 18 new deaths Tuesday, bringing the total number of positive cases the state has seen so far to 21,960 and the death toll to 899. 

Minneapolis company behind thermal cameras that can check for a fever in half a second
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As companies work to find ways to protect employees and guests from COVID-19, some are turning to thermal cameras that can screen people for a fever. VenueScreen President Zarir Erani joined the Buzz to chat about how the technology works and where it could be used in the future.

Canceled Minnesota State Fair puts a damper on summer for 4-H programs

The State Fair's announcement that the show won't go on this summer has hit Minnesota hard. That includes thousands of 4-H kids who work all year long to compete and earn scholarships.

COVID-19 test collection at Minnesota National Guard sites may surpass goal

After a large turnout, the Minnesota National Guard has concluded its free testing over the holiday weekend for anyone who wanted to know if they had COVID-19.

Mask donation drive held in Minneapolis day before required mask policy takes effect

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Cty of Minneapolis kicked off a donation drive Monday to collect homemade face masks at fire stations across the city.

Deadline approaching for laid-off workers to get health insurance

Taxpayer-subsidized health insurance is available for a modest cost — sometimes even free — across the country, but few people seem to know how to find it.

Ft. Snelling Memorial Day traditions adapt amid COVID-19 pandemic

Nearly 50,000 people typically visit Fort Snelling National Cemetery for Memorial Day weekend, but due to the pandemic this year was a bit different.