More than 120K US kids had primary caregivers die during pandemic
The number of U.S. children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic may be larger than previously estimated, a new study suggests.
The number of U.S. children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic may be larger than previously estimated, a new study suggests.
COVID-19 surge in rural Minnesota leaving ICU beds in short supply
Minnesota health officials are sounding the alarm, saying a deadly mix of the delta variant and low vaccination rates in rural Minnesota is causing a surge in COVID-19 cases out-state.
Minnesota health officials are sounding the alarm, saying a deadly mix of the delta variant and low vaccination rates in rural Minnesota is causing a surge in COVID-19 cases out-state.
MDH expands COVID testing in Mankato, Moorhead, St. Cloud, Winona
The state is expanding COVID-19 testing options to meet increased demand, particularly in areas like Mankato, Moorhead, Winona and St. Cloud.
The state is expanding COVID-19 testing options to meet increased demand, particularly in areas like Mankato, Moorhead, Winona and St. Cloud.
Walz seeks vaccine mandate for school staff, masking in schools. Here's why it's a long shot
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called on state lawmakers to create a vaccine mandate for school staff and nursing home workers while requiring masks in schools, though the Democratic governor acknowledged the ideas will go nowhere with legislative Republicans.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called on state lawmakers to create a vaccine mandate for school staff and nursing home workers while requiring masks in schools, though the Democratic governor acknowledged the ideas will go nowhere with legislative Republicans.
Warriors' Andrew Wiggins speaks out about finally getting vaccinated
"I guess to do certain stuff, to work and all that, I guess you don’t own your body," Warriors' Andrew Wiggins said. "That’s what it comes down to."
"I guess to do certain stuff, to work and all that, I guess you don’t own your body," Warriors' Andrew Wiggins said. "That’s what it comes down to."
Minnesota opens new clinic to expand metro access to COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatment
The Minnesota Department of Health opened a new clinic Tuesday in St. Paul to expand access to monoclonal antibody COVID-19 treatment in the Twin Cities metro area.
The Minnesota Department of Health opened a new clinic Tuesday in St. Paul to expand access to monoclonal antibody COVID-19 treatment in the Twin Cities metro area.
At-home COVID-19 test: FDA approves rapid, 30-minute antigen swab kit
The over-the-counter rapid COVID-19 test takes up to 30 minutes to show results.
The over-the-counter rapid COVID-19 test takes up to 30 minutes to show results.
US hospitals brace for next possible COVID-19 surge
The United States has reached its latest heartbreaking pandemic milestone, eclipsing 700,000 deaths from COVID-19 just as the surge from the delta variant is starting to slow down and give overwhelmed hospitals some relief.
The United States has reached its latest heartbreaking pandemic milestone, eclipsing 700,000 deaths from COVID-19 just as the surge from the delta variant is starting to slow down and give overwhelmed hospitals some relief.
Minnesota companies challenged by truck driver shortage
A nationwide truck driver shortage is having an impact on some local grocers, including fewer deliveries and more empty shelves.
A nationwide truck driver shortage is having an impact on some local grocers, including fewer deliveries and more empty shelves.
Southwest Airlines requiring all employees to get COVID-19 vaccine
Southwest Airlines said its employees must get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Dec. 8, 2021.
Southwest Airlines said its employees must get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Dec. 8, 2021.
Report: Former Timberwolves player arrested for using fake COVID-19 test results in Hawaii
A former Minnesota Timberwolves and Marquette basketball player is facing charges for allegedly using a fake COVID-19 test result while traveling to Hawaii, according to a report from Yahoo Sports.
A former Minnesota Timberwolves and Marquette basketball player is facing charges for allegedly using a fake COVID-19 test result while traveling to Hawaii, according to a report from Yahoo Sports.
Minnesota's 'cold weather rule' goes into effect Friday
The Minnesota Cold Weather Rule takes effect Friday.
The Minnesota Cold Weather Rule takes effect Friday.
Vikings hosting 2 COVID-19 vaccine clinics ahead of home games
Adults who get their shot on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, or the following weekend, will be entered into a drawing for tickets to the Vikings versus the Bears on January 9.
Adults who get their shot on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, or the following weekend, will be entered into a drawing for tickets to the Vikings versus the Bears on January 9.
Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh tests positive for COVID-19
Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh has tested positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms and has been fully vaccinated since January.
Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh has tested positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms and has been fully vaccinated since January.
COVID-19 testing numbers in Minnesota reach highs not seen since last year
COVID-19 testing numbers in Minnesota are reaching highs not seen since the peak of the pandemic last winter.
COVID-19 testing numbers in Minnesota are reaching highs not seen since the peak of the pandemic last winter.
Pfizer booster shots available at Mall of America vaccination site
The state's community vaccination site at the Mall of America is now accepting appointments and walk-ins for free Pfizer booster doses.
The state's community vaccination site at the Mall of America is now accepting appointments and walk-ins for free Pfizer booster doses.
COVID-19 lockdowns, crowded cargo ports leading to holiday shortages
Retail experts suggest Americans should start their holiday shopping early since the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain.
Retail experts suggest Americans should start their holiday shopping early since the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain.
2 Minneapolis theaters set to reopen for first time since start of pandemic
After 18 months with no shows, two Minneapolis theaters are set to open doors for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
After 18 months with no shows, two Minneapolis theaters are set to open doors for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota health systems weigh terminations as vaccine mandates loom
For months, the union representing Minnesota nurses has begged the public to wear masks and get vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the strain on hospital workers.
For months, the union representing Minnesota nurses has begged the public to wear masks and get vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the strain on hospital workers.
Twin Cities nonprofit provides meals to kids facing food insecurity
A local organization is stepping up to ensure no child goes hungry as COVID-19 outbreaks force some schools to shift to temporary distance learning.
A local organization is stepping up to ensure no child goes hungry as COVID-19 outbreaks force some schools to shift to temporary distance learning.