MDH Commissioner: 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases 'just the tip of the iceberg'
Minnesota’s Department of Health commissioner said the state’s 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases are “just the tip of the iceberg.”
Minnesota’s Department of Health commissioner said the state’s 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases are “just the tip of the iceberg.”
Coronavirus in Minnesota: 89 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of Thursday, 3038 people tested
Minnesota now has 89 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, in the state, though health officials have said the number is likely much higher but cannot be fully known because of a lack of testing. A total of 3038 people have been tested so far.
Minnesota now has 89 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, in the state, though health officials have said the number is likely much higher but cannot be fully known because of a lack of testing. A total of 3038 people have been tested so far.
Government works to make loans available as Minnesota small businesses struggle to survive
The closures and disruptions from the coronavirus containment are hammering small businesses across Minnesota and the United States.
The closures and disruptions from the coronavirus containment are hammering small businesses across Minnesota and the United States.
Twin Cities chefs, restaurant owners offer truckloads of fresh meals for those in need
Twin Cities restaurant owners and chefs brought in truckloads of fresh meals and produce to those in need for free Thursday.
Twin Cities restaurant owners and chefs brought in truckloads of fresh meals and produce to those in need for free Thursday.
Minnesota daycare centers grow increasingly nervous about staying open amid coronavirus crisis
The health department is again urging daycare centers and preschools to remain open, but the decision has left parents, educators and daycare providers with a tough call on what to do and how to keep kids and staff safe.
The health department is again urging daycare centers and preschools to remain open, but the decision has left parents, educators and daycare providers with a tough call on what to do and how to keep kids and staff safe.
Coronavirus social distancing 'going to be a little longer than what folks in the beginning were thinking'
The Minnesota Department of Health says "none of us have suggested community mitigation is for the short term" as the U.S. combats the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
The Minnesota Department of Health says "none of us have suggested community mitigation is for the short term" as the U.S. combats the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Closures due to COVID-19 pandemic causing mass layoffs across state
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting closures of bars, restaurants and other public gathering spaces in Minnesota is causing mass layoffs across the state.
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting closures of bars, restaurants and other public gathering spaces in Minnesota is causing mass layoffs across the state.
Hawaii asks visitors to postpone vacations ‘for at least the next 30-days’ to stop COVID-19 spread
Hawaii Gov. David Ige is urging visitors to postpone vacations to the island state amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hawaii Gov. David Ige is urging visitors to postpone vacations to the island state amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota distilleries producing, giving away house-made hand sanitizer
After their taprooms were forced to close earlier this week due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several distilleries in Minnesota have now pivoted to using their supplies to make hand sanitizer for their employees and their local communities.
After their taprooms were forced to close earlier this week due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several distilleries in Minnesota have now pivoted to using their supplies to make hand sanitizer for their employees and their local communities.
Coronavirus in Wisconsin: 155 cases as of Thursday
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers ordered a statewide ban on all gatherings of more than 10 people and closed all bars and restaurants, except for delivery and pickup orders, in an attempt to limit the spread of COVID-19. Public schools will also be closed for an extended period of time.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers ordered a statewide ban on all gatherings of more than 10 people and closed all bars and restaurants, except for delivery and pickup orders, in an attempt to limit the spread of COVID-19. Public schools will also be closed for an extended period of time.
Woman killed in Brooklyn Park school bus hit-and-run crash will have no memorial service due to the coronavirus
A 45-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a school bus Monday morning, but she will not have a memorial service due to the coronavirus.
A 45-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a school bus Monday morning, but she will not have a memorial service due to the coronavirus.
U.S. Department of State issues Level 4 Health Advisory, urges Americans not to travel internationally
The U.S. Department of State is advising that Americans avoid international travel.
The U.S. Department of State is advising that Americans avoid international travel.
'The Singing Space': Music educators post songs for children during 'uncertain times'
"The Singing Space" features videos of music educators singing songs to help bring joy to students stuck at home during the coronavirus crisis.
"The Singing Space" features videos of music educators singing songs to help bring joy to students stuck at home during the coronavirus crisis.
Twin Cities, Rochester YMCAs still have 500 openings for early childhood care
The Greater Twin Cities and Rochester area YMCAs have 500 openings for early childhood child care amid the coronavirus pandemic, the organization announced this week.
The Greater Twin Cities and Rochester area YMCAs have 500 openings for early childhood child care amid the coronavirus pandemic, the organization announced this week.
Minnesota governor classifies food distribution workers as emergency workers amid COVID-19 outbreak
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has classified food distribution workers including store clerks, stockers and others as Tier 2 Emergency workers amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Minnesota Grocers Association.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has classified food distribution workers including store clerks, stockers and others as Tier 2 Emergency workers amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Minnesota Grocers Association.
Unlikely friendships forming at Minnesota Zoo amid COVID-19 closure
During the temporary closure of the Minnesota Zoo, some unlikely friendships are forming among the animals.
During the temporary closure of the Minnesota Zoo, some unlikely friendships are forming among the animals.
Mnuchin says White House will send $1,000 checks to most Americans within 3 weeks
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Thursday the White House is working to send $1,000 checks to most adult Americans within three weeks.
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Thursday the White House is working to send $1,000 checks to most adult Americans within three weeks.
Otto Bremer Trust establishes $50 million emergency fund for nonprofits
The fears and precautions surrounding coronavirus are taking a toll on nonprofit organizations. Many nonprofits are already using emergency funding to stay open. One Saint Paul charitable organization, The Otto Bremer Trust, wants to lend a hand - they've created a $50 million fund to help other community-based groups. Trustee and co-CEO Brian Lipschultz joined the FOX 9 Morning News with the latest on the new resource.
The fears and precautions surrounding coronavirus are taking a toll on nonprofit organizations. Many nonprofits are already using emergency funding to stay open. One Saint Paul charitable organization, The Otto Bremer Trust, wants to lend a hand - they've created a $50 million fund to help other community-based groups. Trustee and co-CEO Brian Lipschultz joined the FOX 9 Morning News with the latest on the new resource.
Why NBA players get coronavirus tests despite scarce supplies
The NBA said Wednesday that public health concerns drove decisions by multiple teams to administer coronavirus tests to asymptomatic players, a trend which has drawn increasing criticism in recent days due to the scarcity of testing kits.
The NBA said Wednesday that public health concerns drove decisions by multiple teams to administer coronavirus tests to asymptomatic players, a trend which has drawn increasing criticism in recent days due to the scarcity of testing kits.
Animal Humane Society to close to the public through May
The Animal Humane Society has made the tough decision to close to help curb the spread of the coronavirus. They'll still be adopting out animals at select locations through Sunday. CEO Janelle Dixon updated the FOX 9 Morning News on their efforts to keep humans and all the furry friends safe and healthy.
The Animal Humane Society has made the tough decision to close to help curb the spread of the coronavirus. They'll still be adopting out animals at select locations through Sunday. CEO Janelle Dixon updated the FOX 9 Morning News on their efforts to keep humans and all the furry friends safe and healthy.