Como Zoo penguins take field trip to explore Spring Flower Show
Zookeepers at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota took a trio of African penguins on a field trip over the weekend while the zoo is closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Zookeepers at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota took a trio of African penguins on a field trip over the weekend while the zoo is closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Lupus community's concerns with hydroxychloroquine being used to treat COVID-19
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the drug hydroxychloroquine, a drug typically used to treat people with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, is being used to treat COVID-19 leading to some concerns about a possible shortage.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the drug hydroxychloroquine, a drug typically used to treat people with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, is being used to treat COVID-19 leading to some concerns about a possible shortage.
Fabric in high demand, DIY face masks on the rise
With masks in short supply, more and more people are learning to sew them at home.
With masks in short supply, more and more people are learning to sew them at home.
Asymptomatic coronavirus cases appear to be on the rise in China, report says
Chinese leaders have begun loosening tough travel restrictions that have kept many inside.
Chinese leaders have begun loosening tough travel restrictions that have kept many inside.
Cargill workers keeping shelves stocked as pandemic stresses food supply chain
Minnesota has many companies on the frontlines, providing goods and services desperately needed during the coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota has many companies on the frontlines, providing goods and services desperately needed during the coronavirus pandemic.
'The sun will shine': Gov. Walz assures Minnesota will make it through pandemic during address
The coronavirus pandemic has brought Minnesota to a grinding halt.
The coronavirus pandemic has brought Minnesota to a grinding halt.
Minnesota Somali refugee fashioning protective masks amid new CDC order
The CDC has recommended all Americans wear some type of mask while out in public, so several women in Minnesota’s Somali community are stepping up to find materials and make them.
The CDC has recommended all Americans wear some type of mask while out in public, so several women in Minnesota’s Somali community are stepping up to find materials and make them.
Disney waives monthly payments, offers refunds for annual passholders during COVID-19 crisis
Disney is offering to refund and waive payments for annual passholders while its amusement parks are closed during the COVID-19 crisis, according to the company's website.
Disney is offering to refund and waive payments for annual passholders while its amusement parks are closed during the COVID-19 crisis, according to the company's website.
Minneapolis Aquatennial 'moving forward' with plans for 2020 event but will monitor pandemic
As the coronavirus has brought a halt to most events in the Twin Cities, the Minneapolis Downtown Council says it is still hoping to host Aquatennial in 2020.
As the coronavirus has brought a halt to most events in the Twin Cities, the Minneapolis Downtown Council says it is still hoping to host Aquatennial in 2020.
Gov. Walz asks Pres. Trump to declare disaster for Minnesota due to coronavirus
In a letter, Governor Walz is requesting President Trump declare a major disaster for Minnesota, allowing for federal relief as the state responds to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a letter, Governor Walz is requesting President Trump declare a major disaster for Minnesota, allowing for federal relief as the state responds to the COVID-19 pandemic.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalized with virus
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who was diagnosed with the coronavirus more than a week ago, was admitted to a hospital Sunday for tests.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who was diagnosed with the coronavirus more than a week ago, was admitted to a hospital Sunday for tests.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 2,267 positive tests, 68 deaths
The state of Wisconsin confirmed 2,267 positive COVID-19 tests Sunday and announced 68 people have died from the virus.
The state of Wisconsin confirmed 2,267 positive COVID-19 tests Sunday and announced 68 people have died from the virus.
Inmate dies after collapsing in Moose Lake Correctional Facility
Authorities are investigating after an inmate collapsed and died Sunday at Minnesota Correctional Facility-Moose Lake.
Authorities are investigating after an inmate collapsed and died Sunday at Minnesota Correctional Facility-Moose Lake.
Central Florida church held in-person Sunday Service as stay-at-home order allows religious services
The Center Arena Church held its usual Sunday service, as the "stay-at-home" order allows them to. They are just one of several churches holding services in-person.
The Center Arena Church held its usual Sunday service, as the "stay-at-home" order allows them to. They are just one of several churches holding services in-person.
Positive Moments: Photos and videos that made us smile on April 5
Gwen Halverson, 12, and her siblings got crafty and clever during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gwen Halverson, 12, and her siblings got crafty and clever during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to deliver State of the State Sunday
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will deliver the annual State of the State Address at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 5. You can watch the speech on FOX 9 + or live online here.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will deliver the annual State of the State Address at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 5. You can watch the speech on FOX 9 + or live online here.
Half of people with coronavirus have no symptoms, data shows
Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.
Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.
Coronavirus in Minnesota: 29 deaths, 935 confirmed cases
Minnesota now has a reported 29 deaths attributed to COVID-19 and 935 confirmed cases. However, health officials say that number is still an undercount due to lack of widespread testing.
Minnesota now has a reported 29 deaths attributed to COVID-19 and 935 confirmed cases. However, health officials say that number is still an undercount due to lack of widespread testing.
US ‘wasted’ months before preparing for pandemic: AP investigation
A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.
A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.
Where will the bodies go? Morgues plan as coronavirus grows
In general, few morgues in the country can hold even 200 to 300 bodies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has asked the Defense Department for 100,000 body bags to prepare for the coronavirus pandemic.
In general, few morgues in the country can hold even 200 to 300 bodies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has asked the Defense Department for 100,000 body bags to prepare for the coronavirus pandemic.