Minnesota drops from 'A' to 'D' on social distancing report card
A little more than a month after the state of Minnesota received an “A” grade in social distancing, the state has now been given a “D”.
A little more than a month after the state of Minnesota received an “A” grade in social distancing, the state has now been given a “D”.
Minneapolis shop selling traditional wood toy seeing a spike in interest during pandemic
As the response to the COVID-19 pandemic shuts down schools, playgrounds, youth sports, and other sources of entertainment for kids, an old school game is making a comeback.
As the response to the COVID-19 pandemic shuts down schools, playgrounds, youth sports, and other sources of entertainment for kids, an old school game is making a comeback.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz outlines 5-point plan to protect long-term care residents from COVID-19
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz outlined a five-point plan to protect residents of long-term care facilities Thursday, as he faces increasing pressure over the situation at nursing homes and other care centers.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz outlined a five-point plan to protect residents of long-term care facilities Thursday, as he faces increasing pressure over the situation at nursing homes and other care centers.
University of Minnesota leaders review dismal outlook for budget as COVID-19 disruption continues
University leaders presented a dismal outlook for the 2020-21 budget on Thursday.
University leaders presented a dismal outlook for the 2020-21 budget on Thursday.
35,000 lbs of pet food donated to help pet owners impacted by COVID-19
The Animal Humane Society has seen the need for free pet food rise in just the past month and a number of organizations are stepping up to meet the demand.
The Animal Humane Society has seen the need for free pet food rise in just the past month and a number of organizations are stepping up to meet the demand.
Only 3 counties in Minnesota without confirmed COVID-19 cases as Lake, Stevens report 1st cases
Lake County in northern Minnesota and Stevens County in west central Minnesota reported their first confirmed cases of COVID-19 Thursday. There are now only three counties in the state that have yet to report a case of the novel coronavirus.
Lake County in northern Minnesota and Stevens County in west central Minnesota reported their first confirmed cases of COVID-19 Thursday. There are now only three counties in the state that have yet to report a case of the novel coronavirus.
Minnesota leaders to provide guidelines for graduation ceremonies Friday
Minnesota state leaders will be announcing guidelines Friday morning for graduation ceremonies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release.
Minnesota state leaders will be announcing guidelines Friday morning for graduation ceremonies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release.
Minneapolis parkways will remain closed through the end of June for social distancing
Streets around some Minneapolis parks will remain closed through June as the city park board works to create more space for social distancing.
Streets around some Minneapolis parks will remain closed through June as the city park board works to create more space for social distancing.
Twin Cities churches, salons and other businesses sue Gov. Walz, AG and county attorneys over stay-at-home order
Some Twin Cities churches, salons, a mini golf course and a card and gift shop are collectively suing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison and the Anoka, Hennepin and Ramsey county attorneys over the stay-at-home order that has kept many businesses and large gathering places closed to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Some Twin Cities churches, salons, a mini golf course and a card and gift shop are collectively suing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison and the Anoka, Hennepin and Ramsey county attorneys over the stay-at-home order that has kept many businesses and large gathering places closed to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Rare inflammatory condition affects some kids with COVID-19
Dozens of U.S. children have been hospitalized with a serious inflammatory condition possibly linked with the coronavirus and first seen in Europe.
Dozens of U.S. children have been hospitalized with a serious inflammatory condition possibly linked with the coronavirus and first seen in Europe.
Nearly 3.2 million more workers seek jobless aid
Roughly 33.5 million people have now filed for jobless aid in the seven weeks since the coronavirus began forcing millions of companies to close their doors and slash their workforces.
Roughly 33.5 million people have now filed for jobless aid in the seven weeks since the coronavirus began forcing millions of companies to close their doors and slash their workforces.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 100,000 tested to date, 374 deaths
The state of Wisconsin has eclipsed the 100,000 tests mark, according to data released Thursday.
The state of Wisconsin has eclipsed the 100,000 tests mark, according to data released Thursday.
What should I do if I think my coronavirus stimulus check amount is wrong?
The IRS has sent millions of Americans their coronavirus stimulus payments, but some are not getting the amounts they expected. What should you do if you think your coronavirus stimulus check amount is wrong?
The IRS has sent millions of Americans their coronavirus stimulus payments, but some are not getting the amounts they expected. What should you do if you think your coronavirus stimulus check amount is wrong?
Rogue tourists arrested as Hawaii tries to curb coronavirus spread
A newlywed California couple left their Waikiki hotel room repeatedly, despite being warned by hotel staff, and were arrested.
A newlywed California couple left their Waikiki hotel room repeatedly, despite being warned by hotel staff, and were arrested.
Minnesota reports 23 new deaths attributed to COVID-19 Thursday as state's death toll surpasses 500
Minnesota has now surpassed 500 deaths attributed to COVID-19. The Minnesota Department of Health reported 23 new deaths Thursday, bringing the state's deaths toll from the disease to 508.
Minnesota has now surpassed 500 deaths attributed to COVID-19. The Minnesota Department of Health reported 23 new deaths Thursday, bringing the state's deaths toll from the disease to 508.
Trump administration shelves CDC's detailed guide to reopening country amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Trump administration has shelved a set of detailed documents created by the nation’s top disease investigators meant to give step-by-step advice to local leaders deciding when and how to reopen public places during the still-raging pandemic.
The Trump administration has shelved a set of detailed documents created by the nation’s top disease investigators meant to give step-by-step advice to local leaders deciding when and how to reopen public places during the still-raging pandemic.
One of President Trump's personal valets tests positive for coronavirus, report says
The president and Vice President Mike Pence have been tested regularly for the virus.
The president and Vice President Mike Pence have been tested regularly for the virus.
Minneapolis ICU nurse shares sobering look at 'extreme' impact of COVID-19
A nurse who works in the intensive care unit at Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis is sharing her view of the relentless impact of COVID-19.
A nurse who works in the intensive care unit at Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis is sharing her view of the relentless impact of COVID-19.
There's no do-over: High school seniors reflect on what they're missing in their final year
We know living through COVID-19 is difficult for all of us, but for high school seniors there is no do-over. Alix Kendall spoke with seniors in our area about what they're missing, and how this epidemic is preparing them for the future.
We know living through COVID-19 is difficult for all of us, but for high school seniors there is no do-over. Alix Kendall spoke with seniors in our area about what they're missing, and how this epidemic is preparing them for the future.
California governor to reveal guidelines for reopening
Since the stay-at-home order was issued on March 19, more than 4 million people have been thrown out of work in the nation’s most populous state.
Since the stay-at-home order was issued on March 19, more than 4 million people have been thrown out of work in the nation’s most populous state.