AP: Publicly traded firms get $300M in small-business loans
The Paycheck Protection Program was supposed to help small businesses, which typically have less access to quick cash and credit.
The Paycheck Protection Program was supposed to help small businesses, which typically have less access to quick cash and credit.
Nurses protest at White House to call attention to lack of PPE; honor those who died from COVID-19
Nurses from around the nation held a protest in front of the White House Tuesday to call attention to health care workers nationwide who have become infected with COVID-19 and to highlight the shortage of personal protective equipment their industry is facing.
Nurses from around the nation held a protest in front of the White House Tuesday to call attention to health care workers nationwide who have become infected with COVID-19 and to highlight the shortage of personal protective equipment their industry is facing.
Congress’ $300B package for small businesses may only last days: report
Bank officials have reportedly warned that the $450 billion package to replenish the earlier small business emergency fund will likely run out of money in just a few days.
Bank officials have reportedly warned that the $450 billion package to replenish the earlier small business emergency fund will likely run out of money in just a few days.
'It feels like I'm in a weird TV series': Minnesota comedian details shift to virtual shows
A little bit of laughter can go a long way, which is why a Minnesota comedian is finding ways to keep the jokes coming amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
A little bit of laughter can go a long way, which is why a Minnesota comedian is finding ways to keep the jokes coming amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tips for keeping your mental health in check amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Many of us may be experiencing some mental health issues right now without even realizing it. We've been thrust into unfamiliar territory, and experts say it's important to recognize it and know when to ask for help.
Many of us may be experiencing some mental health issues right now without even realizing it. We've been thrust into unfamiliar territory, and experts say it's important to recognize it and know when to ask for help.
Positive Moments: Photos, videos that made us smile on April 20
Do you have a cute sing along, a funny distance learning moment or something else positive to share right now?
Do you have a cute sing along, a funny distance learning moment or something else positive to share right now?
Half a million out-of-work Minnesotans apply for unemployment
More than 500,000 Minnesotans have now lost their jobs over the past five weeks and it has left a lot of people wondering what’s next.
More than 500,000 Minnesotans have now lost their jobs over the past five weeks and it has left a lot of people wondering what’s next.
Mayo Clinic leads research on 'encouraging' plasma treatment for COVID-19
As more people become infected with the coronavirus, one of the therapies the FDA is exploring is the use of convalescent blood plasma from people who have already recovered. The Mayo Clinic is leading the research on behalf of the FDA and, so far, the results are encouraging.
As more people become infected with the coronavirus, one of the therapies the FDA is exploring is the use of convalescent blood plasma from people who have already recovered. The Mayo Clinic is leading the research on behalf of the FDA and, so far, the results are encouraging.
JBS voluntarily closing Worthington, Minnesota pork plant indefinitely due to COVID-19 cases
JBS USA has announced the indefinite closure of its Worthington, Minnesota pork production facility due to an outbreak of COVID-19 cases at the plant.
JBS USA has announced the indefinite closure of its Worthington, Minnesota pork production facility due to an outbreak of COVID-19 cases at the plant.
Dad creates stunning Disney sidewalk art to brighten Lutz neighborhood
Even though Walt Disney World has been closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 lockdown, a local artist brought Disney characters to his neighborhood, creating portraits of Ariel, Lady and the Tramp, and others with sidewalk chalk.
Even though Walt Disney World has been closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 lockdown, a local artist brought Disney characters to his neighborhood, creating portraits of Ariel, Lady and the Tramp, and others with sidewalk chalk.
What's open, what's closed: Updated guide to Minnesota's stay-at-home order
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' office released an updated Frequently Asked Questions form Monday in an effort to further clarify the state's stay-at-home order.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' office released an updated Frequently Asked Questions form Monday in an effort to further clarify the state's stay-at-home order.
'We are aligned:' Walz, Trump clear the air after stay-home protest
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he and President Donald Trump cleared the air this weekend after Trump egged on a protest outside the governor's mansion Friday over Walz's stay-home order.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he and President Donald Trump cleared the air this weekend after Trump egged on a protest outside the governor's mansion Friday over Walz's stay-home order.
Massage business in Blaine struggling to receive government assistance
Struggling to stay afloat, many small business owners are waiting on money to help them keep their doors open.
Struggling to stay afloat, many small business owners are waiting on money to help them keep their doors open.
Family on COVID-19 lockdown gets creative for dinner with DIY sushi train
The family spent 90 minutes setting up the toy train and testing to see if it could actually balance food.
The family spent 90 minutes setting up the toy train and testing to see if it could actually balance food.
Trump, Congress near deal on small business, hospital aid
The Trump administration and Congress expect an agreement Monday on a coronavirus aid package of up to $450 billion.
The Trump administration and Congress expect an agreement Monday on a coronavirus aid package of up to $450 billion.
Wisconsin governor unveils 'Badger Bounce Back' plan for reopening state
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced his “Badger Bounce Back” plan Monday, which outlines the criteria for the state to be able to reopen its economy in phases amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced his “Badger Bounce Back” plan Monday, which outlines the criteria for the state to be able to reopen its economy in phases amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
President Trump tweets he had 'very nice' phone call from Minnesota governor
President Donald Trump tweeted Monday morning that he had a “very nice” phone call from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and that the federal government is working on getting the state the “all he needs, and fast.”
President Donald Trump tweeted Monday morning that he had a “very nice” phone call from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and that the federal government is working on getting the state the “all he needs, and fast.”
Minnesota Governor: Retailers expect a shift in consumer behavior for next 18 months
Gov. Tim Walz said Minnesota retailers will likely have to change the way they do business for the next 18 months.
Gov. Tim Walz said Minnesota retailers will likely have to change the way they do business for the next 18 months.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Nearly 4,500 positive tests to date
Nearly 4,500 Wisconsin residents have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Monday, according to the state's Department of Health Services.
Nearly 4,500 Wisconsin residents have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Monday, according to the state's Department of Health Services.
'That doesn't feel very good': Man records himself being tested for COVID-19
A Canadian man recorded himself undergoing a COVID-19 test.
A Canadian man recorded himself undergoing a COVID-19 test.