World Health Organization declares COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic

Expressing alarm both about mounting infections and slow government responses, the World Health Organization declared Wednesday that the global coronavirus crisis is now a pandemic but also said it’s not too late for countries to act.

University of Minnesota suspends in-person instruction amid coronavirus concerns

The University of Minnesota is implementing changes due to concerns over COVID-19. Though there are no known cases of COVID-19 in the university, officials are taking precautionary measures.

5 cases of COVID-19 now confirmed in Minnesota

There are now five confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Minnesota, state health officials confirmed Wednesday. 

World Health Organization declares COVID-19 outbreak as a pandemic

Expressing alarm both about mounting infections and slow government responses, the World Health Organization declared Wednesday that the global coronavirus crisis is now a pandemic but also said it's not too late for countries to act.

American Red Cross seeks healthy, eligible blood donors amid coronavirus outbreak

American blood banks are feeling the squeeze of the coronavirus outbreak, so the Red Cross is encouraging healthy individuals to donate blood to maintain the supply.

Chicago's St. Patrick's Day parades postponed amid coronavirus concerns

Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the city is working with organizers from Chicago’s downtown, South Side and Northwest Side parades, as well as the annual Dyeing of the Chicago River, to reschedule those events for a later date.

How to spot the difference between the flu and coronavirus

Minnesota health officials are still investigating the state’s third coronavirus case, this time in Anoka County. As the monitoring continues, many are wondering, what are the ways to spot coronavirus?

What we know about Minnesota's 3 coronavirus cases

Tuesday, the Minnesota Department of Health announced the state's third case of coronavirus, this time in Anoka County. The person is in their 30s and has no "glaringly apparent" underlying health conditions. Officials said the patient was likely exposed through contact with international travelers.

MGM Resorts shutting down Las Vegas buffets amid COVID-19 outbreak

MGM Resorts announced it would temporarily close its buffets at all of its Las Vegas properties as part of the company’s efforts to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus. 

Coronavirus in Wisconsin: Osceola schools to reopen Wednesday

Osceola Public Schools will be closed Tuesday after the district learned a person with a confirmed case of coronavirus visited the high school Saturday for an event.

Coronavirus: White House announces more availability of masks, tests, health insurance waivers

Vice President Mike Pence, flanked by his task force formed to respond to the novel coronavirus outbreak in the United States, discussed the latest actions and initiatives on the coronavirus in a White House press conference Tuesday. 

Wisconsin reports 3rd confirmed case of coronavirus in Dane County

Health officials in Wisconsin confirmed Tuesday that a third person in the state has tested positive for the new coronavirus. 

Wisconsin confirms 2nd coronavirus case is a Pierce County man

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced the state's second confirmed coronavirus case Monday. The person lives in Pierce County and was exposed while recently traveling within the U.S.