Schools work to expand student outreach amid distance learning equity challenges

With schools now closed for the rest of the school year, the Minnesota governor and lieutenant governor also putting a big focus on the impact the pandemic is having on education. 

Mayo Clinic doctors help New York colleagues navigate COVID-19 treatments

Doctors at one of New York City's largest hospitals have been getting a big assist from doctors in Minnesota as the pandemic has ravaged the city.

Turn the dial: Gov. Walz urges patience as Minnesota slowly moves backs towards normal

There was a bit of welcome news for businesses hoping to get employees back to work as Governor Walz opened up a little more this week on his plans to slowly open up the economy.

Walk the Dinosaur: South St. Paul woman's dress-up walks brighten spirits during pandemic

The isolation that comes with the COVID-19 pandemic response is tough on most everyone. Having limited and distant contact with friends, family, and loved ones is weighing heavy.

Minnesota launches COVID-19 testing center website, but many counties go without

Minnesota launched a new website directing people with coronavirus symptoms to their nearest testing center, but in many cases, the facility won't be near them at all.

No, don't inject disinfectant: Outcry over Trump's musing

The maker of Lysol and another disinfectant says its products should not be used as an internal treatment for the coronavirus.

Minnesota Corrections implementing new release policies amid COVID-19 outbreak

The Minnesota Department of Corrections will begin implementing temporary release policies for eligible inmates in the wake of a COVID-19 outbreak at the Moose Lake and Willow River prisons.

Navy recommends reinstatement of fired USS Theodore Roosevelt captain over virus warning

The Navy has recommended the reinstatement of Navy Capt. Brett Crozier fired for sending a fraught email to commanders pleading for faster action to protect his crew from a coronavirus outbreak.

Minnesota reports 21 more COVID-19 deaths as testing hits new single-day high

Minnesota reported 21 new deaths attributed to COVID-19 Friday—the second straight day to hit that mark, which is the daily high for deaths in the state. The state’s death toll from the disease is now 221. 

Jennie-O temporarily closing 2 facilities in Willmar amid COVID-19 outbreak

The Jennie-O Turkey Store will be temporarily closing both of its facilities in Willmar, Minnesota following a COVID-19 outbreak amongst its employees.

FDA warns against use of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 outside of hospitals, clinical trials

The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the antimalarial drugs after it became aware of reported heart risks. Both have been embraced by Trump and others as a potential COVID-19 treatment.

Minnesota starts making unemployment payments to self-employed, independent contractors

Minnesota is among the first states to start making unemployment payments to those who are self-employed, independent contractors and others eligible that normally wouldn't qualify for unemployment benefits.

Maryland, Delaware farms to destroy 2M chickens due to plant staffing shortages

Coronavirus-related staffing shortages at chicken processing plants will lead farms in Maryland and Delaware to destroy nearly 2 million chickens.

Nobles County surges to 258 COVID-19 cases Friday, 2nd most in Minnesota

Nobles County, home to the JBS pork plant in Worthington, surged to 258 confirmed cases of COVID-19 Friday, the second highest number of cases of any county in the state. 

Trump signs $484 billion measure to aid employers, hospitals

resident Donald Trump has signed a $484 billion bill that aids employers and hospitals under stress from the coronavirus pandemic.