Gov. Hochul adds 12,000 more COVID-related deaths to state count
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul acknowledged on her first day in office that the state has had nearly 12,000 more deaths from COVID-19 than Cuomo told the public.
Minnesota State Fair kickoff: Vendors excited for fair start despite COVID-19 trepidations
As they make their final preparations, vendors say they are happy and excited to be back at the Minnesota State Fair, despite the worries the recent surge in delta variant COVID-19 cases has caused.
COVID-19 origins report: Unclassified version of US review expected within 'days'
An unclassified version of a review on the COVID-19 origins sought by President Joe Biden is expected to be released within “several days.”
Delta Air Lines to charge unvaccinated employees monthly fee, CEO says
Delta says it is requiring all unvaccinated employees to get tested weekly for COVID-19 and will charge those on the company's healthcare plan $200 a month starting in November.
J&J COVID-19 booster shot generates 'robust' antibody response, company says
Johnson & Johnson said new data support a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine eight months after inoculation, showing a 9-fold antibody level increase.
MDH: Minnesota State Fair brings concerns of increased COVID-19 spread
The Minnesota State Fair is being billed as the "Great Minnesota Get Back Together," but there’s concern that fairgoers will get infected with COVID-19 together.
COVID-19 boosters available in Minnesota starting week of Sept. 20
COVID-19 booster shots will be available in Minnesota starting the week of Sept. 20, according to Minnesota Department of Health Infectious Disease Director Kris Ehresmann.
Tensions rise at Anoka-Hennepin school board meeting over masking decision
The Anoka-Hennepin School District approved its proposed mask policy during a school board meeting that drew a large crowd Monday night.
Minneapolis Public Schools asks parents to drive kids to school amid bus driver shortage
Minneapolis Public Schools is encouraging families who are able to transport students to school on their own as the school district faces a shortage of bus drivers.
Over 79K Minnesotans claim $100 reward in latest COVID-19 vaccine incentive push
Over 79,000 newly vaccinated Minnesotans signed up for the state’s $100 Visa gift card offer, Gov. Tim Walz’s office announced Monday.
Vikings invite Dr. Michael Osterholm to talk to team about COVID-19 vaccine
The Minnesota Vikings invited University of Minnesota epidemiologist and infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Osterholm to speak to the team about the COVID-19 vaccine Monday as the team’s vaccination rate lags behind the rest of the NFL.
Low Cut Connie pulls out of Minnesota State Fair Grandstand show over lack of mask, vaccine mandate
Low Cut Connie, one of the bands scheduled to perform at the grandstand at the Minnesota State Fair this weekend, has pulled out of the show over the fair’s COVID-19 policies.
Big Ten announces if team unable to play due to COVID-19, they forfeit
The Big Ten Conference announced Monday if a team is unable to play in a conference game or competition due to COVID-19 during the upcoming season, they will have to forfeit and the game will not be rescheduled.
Hospital bed availability a concern in Minnesota as COVID-19 delta variant spreads
New data from Minnesota health officials shows hospital beds in the intensive care units are close to capacity, concerning frontline healthcare workers.
Hard-hit states skyrocketing demand for COVID-19 antibody drugs
A photograph of people laying down on the floor in pain while waiting for antibody infusions at a treatment site in Jacksonville, Florida, has become a vivid illustration of the huge demand for COVID-19 drugs amid a surge in infections.
Basilica Block Party requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test to attend
Basilica Block Party will require all attendees to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to get into this year’s music festival.
Federal vaccination policy for nursing home staff draws labor shortage concerns
President Joe Biden announcing a new policy requiring all nursing home employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Facilities that don't comply could lose federal Medicare and Medicaid funding.
COVID-19 or RSV? Symptoms parents should watch for in kids
The symptoms related to both RSV and COVID-19 are similar, but there are a few that are distinctly different and can help parents better differentiate between the two.
COVID-triggered ADEM disorder leaves girl unable to see, speak
A Bloomington mom is urging everyone to take steps to protect themselves from COVID-19 after her happy and healthy 8-year-old daughter developed a rare debilitating disorder from COVID-19
US unemployment claims hit pandemic low as hiring strengthens
The U.S. Labor Department reported Thursday that unemployment claims fell last week for a fourth straight time to a pandemic low of 348,000.