New York barber who 'illicitly' cut hair for weeks has coronavirus
A New York barber who cut hair over the past few weeks amid the state's coronavirus restrictions has tested positive for the virus, according to health officials on Wednesday.
A New York barber who cut hair over the past few weeks amid the state's coronavirus restrictions has tested positive for the virus, according to health officials on Wednesday.
West St. Paul woman, who was once homeless, now delivering food to families in need
The pandemic has forced many families on the brink to choose whether they pay the rent or put food on the table.
The pandemic has forced many families on the brink to choose whether they pay the rent or put food on the table.
Businesses in Hudson prepare for re-opening after order's extension struck down
While the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down the extension to the governor's Safer at Home order, some businesses in Hudson are taking a slower approach to reopening.
While the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down the extension to the governor's Safer at Home order, some businesses in Hudson are taking a slower approach to reopening.
Minnesota schools can offer mix of in-school and distance learning this summer, order says
An executive order signed by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will allow schools to provide a hybrid of distance and in-school learning over the summer.
An executive order signed by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will allow schools to provide a hybrid of distance and in-school learning over the summer.
11-year-old boy set to earn associate degree in math, likely the youngest ever in Minnesota
At just 11 years old, a St. Louis Park boy is believed to be the youngest person in the state to earn an associate degree.
At just 11 years old, a St. Louis Park boy is believed to be the youngest person in the state to earn an associate degree.
COVID-19 'cluster' linked to Wright County business
Wright County Public Health has determined its first workplace-associated "cluster" of COVID-19 cases, according to a press release.
Wright County Public Health has determined its first workplace-associated "cluster" of COVID-19 cases, according to a press release.
'Stay Safe' order opens up more opportunities for campers
Governor Tim Walz is allowing for some more camping and outdoor opportunities, but some wish that dial would have turned just a little bit further.
Governor Tim Walz is allowing for some more camping and outdoor opportunities, but some wish that dial would have turned just a little bit further.
Minnesota Nurses Association worried hospitals aren’t prepared for a surge in COVID-19 patients
While the state moves to reopen, Minnesota nurses are sounding the alarm about a continued shortage of protective equipment for health care workers.
While the state moves to reopen, Minnesota nurses are sounding the alarm about a continued shortage of protective equipment for health care workers.
American Medical Association cautions physicians, public about COVID-19 antibody test limitations
The association cautions physicians and the general public about using these to determine COVID-19 immunity and warns that people should not stop social distancing on the basis of antibody test results.
The association cautions physicians and the general public about using these to determine COVID-19 immunity and warns that people should not stop social distancing on the basis of antibody test results.
Minnesota shops and malls work to reopen and set up measures to protect customers
Minnesota retailers are getting prepped and ready to reopen on Monday. With the governor giving the green light to open with a safety plan in place. But, not every store will have their doors open that soon.
Minnesota retailers are getting prepped and ready to reopen on Monday. With the governor giving the green light to open with a safety plan in place. But, not every store will have their doors open that soon.
Adorable 4-year-old gives COVID-19 advice: Only leave home ‘to count the rainbows’
Speaking from what looks to be a makeshift cardboard news station, Freya Beggs delivered the advice in a video.
Speaking from what looks to be a makeshift cardboard news station, Freya Beggs delivered the advice in a video.
Census survey: Most small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 pandemic
The new Small Business Pulse Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau highlighted the impact COVID-19 is having on small U.S. stores, retailers and businesses.
The new Small Business Pulse Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau highlighted the impact COVID-19 is having on small U.S. stores, retailers and businesses.
3 million more US layoffs intensify fears of lasting damage
Roughly 36 million people have now sought jobless aid in just the two months since the coronavirus first forced businesses to close down and shrink their workforces, the government said Thursday.
Roughly 36 million people have now sought jobless aid in just the two months since the coronavirus first forced businesses to close down and shrink their workforces, the government said Thursday.
Wisconsin governor warns of ‘massive confusion’ after Supreme Court ruling on 'Safer at Home' order
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers warned Thursday of “massive confusion” after the the state Supreme Court tossed out the Democrat’s stay-at-home order and Republicans said they may leave it up to local governments to enact their own unique rules for combating the coronavirus pandemic.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers warned Thursday of “massive confusion” after the the state Supreme Court tossed out the Democrat’s stay-at-home order and Republicans said they may leave it up to local governments to enact their own unique rules for combating the coronavirus pandemic.
Underlying health conditions linked to 98.8% of COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota
State health officials say 98.8 percent of the Minnesotans who have died of COVID-19 had underlying health conditions.
State health officials say 98.8 percent of the Minnesotans who have died of COVID-19 had underlying health conditions.
Virus whistleblower tells lawmakers US lacks vaccine plan
Bright alleges he was ousted from a high-level scientific post after warning the Trump administration to prepare for the pandemic.
Bright alleges he was ousted from a high-level scientific post after warning the Trump administration to prepare for the pandemic.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 11,000 cases, 434 deaths to date
More than 11,000 positive COVID-19 cases have been reported in Wisconsin as of Thursday afternoon, including 434 deaths.
More than 11,000 positive COVID-19 cases have been reported in Wisconsin as of Thursday afternoon, including 434 deaths.
36 million have sought US unemployment aid since virus hit
Nearly 3 million laid-off workers applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week as the viral outbreak led more companies to slash jobs even though most states have begun to let some businesses reopen under certain restrictions.
Nearly 3 million laid-off workers applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week as the viral outbreak led more companies to slash jobs even though most states have begun to let some businesses reopen under certain restrictions.
Wisconsin bars flooded with patrons hours after state Supreme Court ends coronavirus stay-at-home order
Several bars across Wisconsin were flooded with patrons just hours after the state Supreme Court issued a ruling striking down an extension of Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order that had been in effect since mid-March to limit the effect of the coronavirus.
Several bars across Wisconsin were flooded with patrons just hours after the state Supreme Court issued a ruling striking down an extension of Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order that had been in effect since mid-March to limit the effect of the coronavirus.
Coronavirus deaths top 300,000 worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins
There are more than 4.3 million confirmed cases across the globe, including nearly 1.4 million in the U.S., Johns Hopkins’ data shows.
There are more than 4.3 million confirmed cases across the globe, including nearly 1.4 million in the U.S., Johns Hopkins’ data shows.