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.
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.
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.
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.
Minnesota's 'cold weather rule' goes into 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
COVID-19-related assaults on hospital staff prompt panic buttons
Nurses and hundreds of other staff members will soon begin wearing panic buttons at a Missouri hospital where assaults on workers tripled after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota healthcare workers ask judge to block COVID vaccine mandates
Nearly 200 Minnesota health care workers are suing their employers in federal court, asking a judge to block COVID-19 vaccine mandates from taking effect within days.
Fight breaks out at Eastern Carver County school board meeting on mask requirements
A fight broke out between two men at an Eastern Carver County school board meeting about mask requirements Monday night.
St. Paul building that was designated backup morgue is now for sale
Minnesota bought a warehouse last year as the state prepared for the worst case scenario with COVID-19 deaths. The multi-million dollar purchase would have served as a backup morgue in St. Paul, but now the building is for sale and has a potential buyer.
2 hosts of 'The View' say COVID-19 tests were false positives
The two co-hosts of “The View” who were abruptly pulled off the air last week before a planned interview with Vice President Kamala Harris say their tests were false positives.
Minnesota to start giving COVID-19 booster shots: Who is eligible
Minnesota will begin administrating Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots to those eligible to receive one, Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday afternoon. This comes a day after a federal guidance was issued from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
CDC endorses Pfizer booster for 65 and older, others at high risk
The CDC has endorsed COVID-19 booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.