Minnesota reports 3rd child death from COVID-19
A child under 10 years old from southwestern Minnesota has died from COVID-19 complications, the Minnesota Department of Health reported Monday. It is believed to be the third pediatric death from COVID-19 in Minnesota.
New COVID-19 cases in Minnesota continue to decline week over week
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,197 new COVID-19 cases and zero deaths Monday.
How to make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Minnesota
All Minnesotans 16 years old and older are eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Here are some options for scheduling a vaccine appointment.
US pledges aid 'immediately' to India amid devastating COVID-19 surge
For the fourth straight day, India on Sunday set a global daily record of new coronavirus infections - nearly 350,000 cases, spurred by an insidious new variant that emerged there.
Minnesota reports 1,569 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths Sunday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 1,569 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Sunday.
Minnesota reports 2,104 new COVID-19 cases, 8 more deaths Saturday
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 2,104 new cases of COVID-19 and eight more deaths Saturday.
Macalester College to require COVID-19 vaccine this fall
Macalester College in St. Paul will be requiring all students and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before the start of the fall semester.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine: CDC lifts suspension amid blood clot concerns
Advisers to the CDC said Friday that it’s time to resume use of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine, despite a very rare risk of blood clots.
ICU COVID-19 cases rising in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health reported 2,167 new COVID-19 cases and 10 more deaths Friday.
Several Minnesota counties with higher COVID case growth have low vaccination rates
Minnesota's growing spread of COVID-19 infections over the past month wasn't evenly distributed across the state, and the push to get vaccines into arms appears to have made an impact.
Mental health experts notice new phenomenon: Anxiety about life after COVID-19
Mental health experts are noticing a new phenomenon: anxiety about life after COVID-19. As restrictions are lifted and activities resume, normal may not feel so "normal" anymore.
With Olympics 3 months away, Japan issues 3rd coronavirus emergency in Tokyo, Osaka
Japan has issued a third state of emergency for Tokyo and three western prefectures to curb a surge in the coronavirus just three months ahead of the Olympics.
Outdoor athletes not required to wear masks during play, health officials say
The Minnesota Department of Health now says that athletes playing outdoor sports can remove their masks while actively playing on the field or court.
From the brink of death, Minnesota man makes miraculous COVID-19 recovery
Since the start of the pandemic, Minnesota has lost more than 7,000 lives to COVID-19, as the pandemic has hit the state hard. In January, doctors thought Chris Tabor would be among that death toll. So much so, they called his family in to visit for a chance say goodbye.
COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Minnesota becoming easier to find
Cases of COVID-19 are rising among all age groups in Minnesota, as health officials say there is an abundance of vaccines available.
COVID-19 cases up among all age groups in Minnesota, especially children and younger adults
COVID-19 cases are going up in all age groups in Minnesota, especially among children and younger adults, Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said Thursday.
Unemployment claims fall to 547,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid fell last week to 547,000, a new low since the pandemic struck and a further encouraging sign that layoffs are slowing on the strength of an improving job market.
Minnesota launches COVID-19 vaccination bus clinics
Minnesota is launching a fleet of buses to hold COVID-19 vaccination clinics that will reach underserved communities statewide in order to create more equitable access to the vaccine.