Northstar Neighbor program connects volunteers with senior citizens during pandemic
Once a week, Nick Ryan stops by Marlene Simonson’s house to drop off groceries at her front door. Even though they live about a mile apart, the two had never met before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Once a week, Nick Ryan stops by Marlene Simonson’s house to drop off groceries at her front door. Even though they live about a mile apart, the two had never met before the COVID-19 pandemic.
NYC to use more non-police 'ambassadors' to urge distancing
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is planning to double the ranks of non-police workers trying to persuade people to comply with social distancing after an outcry over racial disparities in the city's enforcement of the policy.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is planning to double the ranks of non-police workers trying to persuade people to comply with social distancing after an outcry over racial disparities in the city's enforcement of the policy.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 10,000 confirmed cases, 400 deaths
Wisconsin has now surpassed 10,000 positive cases and has reached 400 deaths related to COVID-19.
Wisconsin has now surpassed 10,000 positive cases and has reached 400 deaths related to COVID-19.
Coronavirus in Minnesota: State surpasses 11,000 cases as death toll reaches 578
The Minnesota Department of Health today announced the total number of COVID-19 cases has reached 11,271. The death toll has now reached 578.
The Minnesota Department of Health today announced the total number of COVID-19 cases has reached 11,271. The death toll has now reached 578.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in need of volunteers as COVID-19 brings more animals needing care
With Minnesota's stay-at-home order still in effect until at least May 18 and while Governor Walz has relaxed some rules for businesses, many are still spending more time at home and outdoors.
With Minnesota's stay-at-home order still in effect until at least May 18 and while Governor Walz has relaxed some rules for businesses, many are still spending more time at home and outdoors.
English girl beats leukemia, rings 'end of treatment bell' and celebrates in COVID-19 lockdown
A seven-year-old English girl celebrated the end of her leukemia treatments with her family in quarantine on May 4, ringing an ‘End of Treatment’ bell in her home – instead of at the hospital – to mark the occasion.
A seven-year-old English girl celebrated the end of her leukemia treatments with her family in quarantine on May 4, ringing an ‘End of Treatment’ bell in her home – instead of at the hospital – to mark the occasion.
Distinct possibility: ‘Temporary’ layoffs may be permanent
Call it realism or pessimism, but more employers are coming to a reluctant conclusion: Many of the employees they’ve had to lay off in the face of the coronavirus pandemic might not be returning to their old jobs anytime soon.
Call it realism or pessimism, but more employers are coming to a reluctant conclusion: Many of the employees they’ve had to lay off in the face of the coronavirus pandemic might not be returning to their old jobs anytime soon.
Unemployment 'could be' nearing Great Depression levels: Mnuchin
More than a decade of job gains were erased in April; the stunning job losses are more than double what the U.S. saw during the 2008 financial crisis.
More than a decade of job gains were erased in April; the stunning job losses are more than double what the U.S. saw during the 2008 financial crisis.
Shine On Minnesota to benefit local nonprofits, including Minnesota Central Kitchen
Liz Mullen with Minnesota Central Kitchen talked with FOX 9 Sunday morning to share how the organization is helping the restaurant industry tackle hunger and layoffs brought on by the pandemic.
Liz Mullen with Minnesota Central Kitchen talked with FOX 9 Sunday morning to share how the organization is helping the restaurant industry tackle hunger and layoffs brought on by the pandemic.
Minnesota American Legion cancels baseball season, citing health concerns during pandemic
The Minnesota American Legion's baseball league has joined the growing list of sports leagues cancelling their seasons due to the coronavirus.
The Minnesota American Legion's baseball league has joined the growing list of sports leagues cancelling their seasons due to the coronavirus.
Snow and pandemic don't stop Minnesota anglers from hitting water for fishing opener
It wasn't the picture-perfect start for the fishing season, but nothing could stop some anglers from getting out for the opening day.
It wasn't the picture-perfect start for the fishing season, but nothing could stop some anglers from getting out for the opening day.
Down Syndrome Association takes event online after COVID-19 cancels prom
When COVID-19 took away prom, the Down Syndrome Association made a switch to turn the dance into a virtual event.
When COVID-19 took away prom, the Down Syndrome Association made a switch to turn the dance into a virtual event.
Three members of White House task force, including Fauci, in quarantine after COVID-19 contact
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Robert Redfield and FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn are all in self-quarantine after coming into contact with someone who has coronavirus.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Robert Redfield and FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn are all in self-quarantine after coming into contact with someone who has coronavirus.
Chicago woman tests positive for COVID-19 after childbirth, is released and dies days later
Unique Clay, 31, gave birth on April 30, tested positive for coronavirus, and was sent home with her baby -- only to die days later.
Unique Clay, 31, gave birth on April 30, tested positive for coronavirus, and was sent home with her baby -- only to die days later.
More artists, guests announced for Shine On Minnesota
More artists and special guests have been announced for Shine On Minnesota, a broadcast event from FOX 9, in partnership with Minnesota Public Radio, featuring local musicians to benefit Minnesota nonprofits during the COVID-19 crisis.
More artists and special guests have been announced for Shine On Minnesota, a broadcast event from FOX 9, in partnership with Minnesota Public Radio, featuring local musicians to benefit Minnesota nonprofits during the COVID-19 crisis.
Coronavirus in Minnesota: Death toll reaches 558 as cases surpass 10,000
Minnesota has now reported 558 deaths attributed to COVID-19. Among those deaths, 449 were residents in long-term care or assisted living facilities.
Minnesota has now reported 558 deaths attributed to COVID-19. Among those deaths, 449 were residents in long-term care or assisted living facilities.
'Feeling of not finishing' as Minnesota cancels in-person graduation ceremonies
The Class of 2020 in Minnesota won't get to experience the moment they have been waiting on.
The Class of 2020 in Minnesota won't get to experience the moment they have been waiting on.
Hours-long waits and traffic plague drive-up DMV services in Minnesota during pandemic
These days, you can find of the biggest traffic jams not on the roads but at the DMV.
These days, you can find of the biggest traffic jams not on the roads but at the DMV.
Financial struggles hit nonprofit hotel run by workers with autism as COVID-19 slows business
Many of us are trying to envision what summer will look like. Even when people are allowed to venture away from home, plenty of them won't feel comfortable going far.
Many of us are trying to envision what summer will look like. Even when people are allowed to venture away from home, plenty of them won't feel comfortable going far.
'Signs of Support' raise money for local businesses and spread positivity in New Prague, Minn.
Over the past few weeks, homemade signs have popped up all over New Prague. They offer support amidst the COVID-19 crisis but the real purpose hopes to help keep local businesses afloat.
Over the past few weeks, homemade signs have popped up all over New Prague. They offer support amidst the COVID-19 crisis but the real purpose hopes to help keep local businesses afloat.