Walz to announce reopening plan for Minnesota Thursday
Gov. Tim Walz says he will announce a reopening plan for Minnesota on Thursday.
Minnesota reports less than 1,000 COVID-19 cases in single day for 1st time since March
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 998 new cases of COVID-19 and 11 more deaths Tuesday. It is the first time since late March the state has reported fewer than 1,000 new cases in a single day.
Owner of Alibi Drinkery, who flouted COVID-19 shutdown, now selling bars
The owner of Lakeville’s Alibi Drinkery, which publicly flouted state COVID-19 restrictions by opening for in-person dining, says the business is now for sale.
Minnesotans pitch in to help coronavirus situation in India
The coronavirus situation in India is getting worse as hospitals turn away patients due to lack of beds and oxygen.
Minnesota county fairs plan for return after 2020 cancellations
Canceled by COVID-19 in 2020, county fairs across the Minnesota are preparing to return. One of the first events is happening near the end of June in Norman County, located in northern Minnesota.
Walz to lay out COVID reopening plan, GOP links it to budget talks
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is planning to announce later this week a timeline for easing his COVID-19 economic restrictions, a decision that looms over state budget talks.
MDH: Minnesota marching bands can play in parades this summer
The Minnesota Department of Health now says marching bands can perform during parades on public streets after a FOX 9 story highlighted the uncertainty facing high school bands this summer.
Minnesota reports 1,105 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths Monday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,105 new cases of COVID-19 and three more deaths Monday.
Thousands attend music festival without masks, social distancing as part of UK COVID-19 research project
The music festival is just one of several research efforts the UK government is offering as a way to test whether such events spread the coronavirus.
Demand for bicycles remains high after pandemic sparks renewed interest
Bike shop owners say the demand they have seen over the last year is unprecedented, and not showing any signs of letting up. That’s because, while the pandemic has forced many people indoors, it’s forced other to look for new ways to get outdoors.
Minnesota reports 1,713 new COVID-19 cases, 6 more deaths Sunday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,713 new cases of COVID-19 and six more deaths Sunday.
Minnesota reports 1,723 new COVID-19 cases, 10 more deaths Saturday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,723 new cases of COVID-19 and 10 more deaths Saturday.
Walz: Minnesota State Fair should be 'pretty close' to normal
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says the Minnesota State Fair should be "pretty close" to normal this year as long as current COVID-19 projections continue.
Minnesota launches $375 million rent help program, finally
Minnesota housing officials have launched a $375 million federally-backed rental assistance program after several weeks of bureaucratic delays.
US to restrict travel from India starting May 4 over COVID-19 surge
The U.S. will restrict travel from India starting on May 4, the White House said Friday, citing a devastating rise in COVID-19 cases and the emergence of dangerous variants.
Minnesota reports 1,877 new COVID-19 cases, 16 deaths Friday as 7-day average positivity rate drops
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,877 new cases of COVID-19 and 16 more deaths Friday as the state’s seven-day rolling average positivity rate continues to drop.
Mall of America community vaccination site prioritizing teens for COVID-19 vaccines
The state-run community vaccination site at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota is prioritizing 16 and 17 year olds this week to get the Pfizer vaccine, the state Department of Education says.
Doctors: You should still get vaccinated even if you already beat COVID-19 once
Minnesota health leaders are urging everyone who is eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine -- even if you have already beat the virus once.
HealthPartners unveils digital proof of vaccination card
Some venues and businesses are requiring vaccinations, so new efforts are afoot to help people prove their vaccination status.
22 COVID-19 cases linked to Daunte Wright shooting protests
Nearly two dozen COVID-19 cases have been linked to demonstrations following the deadly police shooting of Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, according to Minnesota health officials.