Unemployment claims fall to 553,000
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 13,000 last week to 553,000, the lowest level since the pandemic hit last March and another sign the economy is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
Minnesota reports 1,921 new COVID-19 cases, 15 more deaths Thursday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,921 new cases of COVID-19 and 15 more deaths Thursday. Minnesota has seen 573,938 COVID-19 cases and 7,128 deaths since the pandemic began.
Former stage managers find a new stage directing COVID-19 vaccinations
They say all the world's a stage. For three former stage managers they've found a new one coordinating COVID-19 vaccinations at MOA.
US economy grew at a robust 6.4% rate last quarter
The U.S. economy grew at a brisk 6.4% annual rate last quarter — a show of strength fueled by government aid and declining viral cases that could drive further gains as the nation rebounds with unusual speed from the pandemic recession.
Minnesota budget negotiations start with mask concerns, technology issue
Before Minnesota lawmakers could get started with negotiations over the $52 billion state budget Wednesday, they had to answer a simple, yet politically charged question: to mask or not to mask?
Minnesota reports 22 more COVID-19 deaths Wednesday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,514 new COVID-19 cases and 22 more deaths Wednesday, the most deaths reported in a single day since late February.
Experts say COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12-15 could be available by early May
Right now COVID19 vaccines are approved for kids ages 16 and older but researchers say the Pfizer vaccine could be available to children ages 12 to 15 by early May.
Nashville COVID ICU nurses give patient a spa day
A woman battling with COVID-19 after being on a ventilator for weeks got tender loving care from frontline workers in Nashville, who treated her to a 'spa day.'
India’s COVID-19 death toll crosses 200,000 with many more likely uncounted
India's daily deaths have nearly tripled in the past three weeks, crossing the 200,000 mark this week. But the true death toll is actually believed to be far higher.
Europe will reach herd immunity by August at the latest, BioNTech CEO says
The head of German pharmaceutical company BioNTech says Europe can achieve herd immunity against the coronavirus within the next four months.
Marching bands in Minnesota seek guidance as parade season nears
As COVID-19 restrictions continue to loosen in the state and around the country, high school marching bands want to make sure they are not forgotten when it comes to their upcoming summer parade circuit.
Child traveling with fully vaccinated parents becomes Hawaii’s 1st pediatric COVID-19 death
A child traveling with his vaccinated parents became Hawaii’s first pediatric COVID-19 death, the Hawaii Department of Health announced on Tuesday.
CDC: Many COVID-19 patients who suffered mild illness being diagnosed with new ailments months later
A recent study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that two-thirds of coronavirus patients who suffered mild illness were diagnosed with a new health condition as late as five months after their initial COVID-19 diagnosis.
Walz to announce easing of some COVID-19 restrictions within the next week, including capacity limits
Gov. Tim Walz said Tuesday that he will soon ease Minnesota’s COVID-19 restrictions as the state moves beyond a spring surge in infections and hospitalizations.
Pfizer CEO says oral antiviral pill to treat COVID-19 could be ready by end of year
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla said a drug the company is testing to treat COVID-19 showed promising signs and could be available to the public by the end of this year.
Minnesota reports 1,088 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths Tuesday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,088 new COVID-19 cases and 12 more deaths Tuesday.
Alaska senator drives, takes ferry in 2-day trip to work after airline suspension over mask policy
Alaska state Sen. Lora Reinbold drove through part of Canada and took a ferry to reach the state's capital over the weekend after Alaska Airlines suspended her from its flights for her “continued refusal” to follow mask requirements.
Minnesotans express hope, excitement as COVID-19 vaccinations increase
Each day, more than 3,000 people come through the line at the Minnesota state fairgrounds to get vaccinated against COVID-19, according to organizers. Those who passed through the line Monday said they are full of hope for the future.
Critics of Minnesota's COVID sports restrictions raise new concerns
Critics of Minnesota's COVID-19 restrictions on youth and school sports are raising new concerns about last fall's shutdown.