Best Buy to furlough 51,000 store employees nationwide amid COVID-19 pandemic
Best Buy announced Wednesday it will furlough approximately 51,000 employees in the U.S. as its stores remain closed nationwide aside from curbside pickup during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Best Buy announced Wednesday it will furlough approximately 51,000 employees in the U.S. as its stores remain closed nationwide aside from curbside pickup during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota governor says 5,000 COVID-19 tests a day is possible by May 4
While recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows a drop in COVID-19 testing, Governor Tim Walz says it's still possible to be doing 5,000 COVID-19 diagnostic tests per day by May 4, the day his stay-at-home order is scheduled to expire.
While recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows a drop in COVID-19 testing, Governor Tim Walz says it's still possible to be doing 5,000 COVID-19 diagnostic tests per day by May 4, the day his stay-at-home order is scheduled to expire.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area to close Wednesday until May 4
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is closed until May 4, the Forest Service announced Wednesday.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is closed until May 4, the Forest Service announced Wednesday.
Positive Moments: Photos, videos that made us smile on April 15
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?
HealthPartners announces new method to disinfect N95 masks up to 10 times
HealthPartners says it has developed a way to disinfect N95 masks so they can be reused by healthcare professionals on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
HealthPartners says it has developed a way to disinfect N95 masks so they can be reused by healthcare professionals on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Online banking outages reported on same day millions of Americans receive stimulus payment
Many users on Twitter reported having trouble accessing their online bank accounts on the same day that millions of Americans were expected to receive stimulus money.
Many users on Twitter reported having trouble accessing their online bank accounts on the same day that millions of Americans were expected to receive stimulus money.
Year after Notre Dame fire, restoration stalled by coronavirus
Ever since the French landmark was engulfed in flames that destroyed much of the structure's roof and felled its spire on April 15 last year, construction workers have toiled tirelessly to save the 13th-century relic by President Emmanuel Macron's promised five-year timeline.
Ever since the French landmark was engulfed in flames that destroyed much of the structure's roof and felled its spire on April 15 last year, construction workers have toiled tirelessly to save the 13th-century relic by President Emmanuel Macron's promised five-year timeline.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: More than 1,000 hospitalized to date
More than 1,000 people in Wisconsin have been hospitalized with COVID-19, state health officials announced Wednesday.
More than 1,000 people in Wisconsin have been hospitalized with COVID-19, state health officials announced Wednesday.
Florida animal shelter's kennels empty 'for the first time in history' after every dog adopted
For the first time in its history, a Florida animal shelter's kennels were completely emptied after all of the dogs were adopted.
For the first time in its history, a Florida animal shelter's kennels were completely emptied after all of the dogs were adopted.
South Dakota governor defends decision not to issue stay-at-home order despite rise in cases
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defended her decision not to issue a stay-home order Wednesday, despite a worrisome rise in the number of coronavirus cases and an outbreak forcing the closure of the Smithfield pork plant in Sioux Falls.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defended her decision not to issue a stay-home order Wednesday, despite a worrisome rise in the number of coronavirus cases and an outbreak forcing the closure of the Smithfield pork plant in Sioux Falls.
Proposed plan would send Americans $2,000 a month until employment returns to pre-coronavirus levels
The Emergency Money for the People Act would give at least $2,000 a month to every American age 16 or older and making less than $130,000 a year.
The Emergency Money for the People Act would give at least $2,000 a month to every American age 16 or older and making less than $130,000 a year.
Toys for Tots distributing some toys early due to COVID-19
The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program collects and distributes millions of toys to deserving children each year during the holiday season. During this pandemic, the organization decided it didn’t want to wait until the holidays to provide support.
The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program collects and distributes millions of toys to deserving children each year during the holiday season. During this pandemic, the organization decided it didn’t want to wait until the holidays to provide support.
Coronavirus in Minnesota: 114 new COVID-19 cases, 8 more deaths reported Wednesday
Minnesota reported 114 new cases of COVID-19 and eight more deaths from the virus Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases in the state to 1,809 and deaths to 87. However, health officials say the number of confirmed cases is still considered to be an undercount due to a lack of widespread testing.
Minnesota reported 114 new cases of COVID-19 and eight more deaths from the virus Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases in the state to 1,809 and deaths to 87. However, health officials say the number of confirmed cases is still considered to be an undercount due to a lack of widespread testing.
FDA authorizes first-of-its-kind low-cost ventilator developed by U of M researchers
The U.S . Food and Drug Administration has authorized the production of a low-cost ventilator developed and designed by University of Minnesota researchers.
The U.S . Food and Drug Administration has authorized the production of a low-cost ventilator developed and designed by University of Minnesota researchers.
Dentists, specialty practices turn to technology amid COVID-19 pandemic
As much of the focus remains on health care workers tackling COVID-19, medical professionals of all kinds are still coping with the effects of the virus.
As much of the focus remains on health care workers tackling COVID-19, medical professionals of all kinds are still coping with the effects of the virus.
Didn't get your stimulus check? IRS launches tracking tool
The IRS has launched a tracking tool to allow taxpayers a way to see when their stimulus money will arrive and confirm how they want to be paid.
The IRS has launched a tracking tool to allow taxpayers a way to see when their stimulus money will arrive and confirm how they want to be paid.
Millions of Americans to receive stimulus checks Wednesday
Most Americans can expect to see a payment of $1,200 and up -- but experts say we're more likely to fall victim to scammers trying to steal our money.
Most Americans can expect to see a payment of $1,200 and up -- but experts say we're more likely to fall victim to scammers trying to steal our money.
Positioning, not ventilation could be key to COVID-19 treatment
From the beginning, it has been one of the tell-tale signs of COVID-19: extremely low blood oxygen saturation levels. It may also be a clue to an effective treatment.
From the beginning, it has been one of the tell-tale signs of COVID-19: extremely low blood oxygen saturation levels. It may also be a clue to an effective treatment.
When to expect your $1,200 stimulus check and how to make sure you get it
Minnesotans are checking their bank accounts looking for the first batch of stimulus checks from the federal government.
Minnesotans are checking their bank accounts looking for the first batch of stimulus checks from the federal government.
Out of a job? These companies are currently hiring
While many businesses have been ordered to temporarily close amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, some Minnesota businesses are not only staying open—they are also hiring.
While many businesses have been ordered to temporarily close amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, some Minnesota businesses are not only staying open—they are also hiring.