Mardi Gras 2021: Bars closed, Bourbon Street barricaded amid COVID-19 pandemic
Parades and parties on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) and the days leading up to the annual pre-Lenten bash were canceled and bars were ordered closed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Parades and parties on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) and the days leading up to the annual pre-Lenten bash were canceled and bars were ordered closed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Wayzata freshman holds virtual concerts for long-term care facilities
A Minnesota high schooler is connecting with senior citizens virtually with music amid the isolating pandemic.
A Minnesota high schooler is connecting with senior citizens virtually with music amid the isolating pandemic.
Minneapolis VA offers walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations for veterans who are frontline workers
The Minneapolis VA hosted a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination session Monday for veterans of any age who are considered essential, frontline workers.
The Minneapolis VA hosted a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination session Monday for veterans of any age who are considered essential, frontline workers.
Rural health leaders in Minnesota say they're facing struggles in COVID-19 vaccines rollout
As more Minnesotans get their vaccines, health care facilities in rural areas want to make sure they’re not getting left behind.
As more Minnesotans get their vaccines, health care facilities in rural areas want to make sure they’re not getting left behind.
Minnesota reports 611 new COVID-19 cases, 2 more deaths Monday
State health officials reported 611 new cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths Monday.
State health officials reported 611 new cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths Monday.
Did you get the right stimulus check amount? Why you need to know before filing your tax return
Americans who have not received their coronavirus stimulus check payments, or who received the incorrect amount, have an opportunity to claim the missing money now that the 2020 tax season is officially underway.
Americans who have not received their coronavirus stimulus check payments, or who received the incorrect amount, have an opportunity to claim the missing money now that the 2020 tax season is officially underway.
Minnesota reports 779 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths Sunday
State health officials reported 779 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Sunday.
State health officials reported 779 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Sunday.
Restaurants have hope for future as COVID-19 restrictions ease in Minnesota
Starting Saturday, some COVID-19 restrictions were eased at restaurants, bars, indoor entertainment venues, private events, and gyms in Minnesota.
Starting Saturday, some COVID-19 restrictions were eased at restaurants, bars, indoor entertainment venues, private events, and gyms in Minnesota.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: COVID-19 cases, deaths, hospitalizations continue to decline
Key metrics tracking the spread and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin are continuing to trend down as more vulnerable Americans are vaccinated.
Key metrics tracking the spread and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin are continuing to trend down as more vulnerable Americans are vaccinated.
Minnesota reports 964 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths Saturday
State health officials reported 964 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Saturday.
State health officials reported 964 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths Saturday.
Seward soup kitchen enduring pandemic on 7th anniversary
A soup kitchen in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood is proving a little can go a long way, even in a pandemic.
A soup kitchen in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood is proving a little can go a long way, even in a pandemic.
Minnesota couple separated after Hawaii refuses to accept negative Mayo Clinic COVID-19 test
Hawaii is the dream vacation offering lots of sun, beaches, and warm weather.
Hawaii is the dream vacation offering lots of sun, beaches, and warm weather.
Over 30% of Minnesota seniors have at least 1st COVID-19 vaccine dose
Over 30% of people age 65 and older in Minnesota have now received at least the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Over 30% of people age 65 and older in Minnesota have now received at least the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Dedicated volunteers deliver meals to those in need during extreme cold in Minnesota
Despite the extreme cold in Minnesota, a group of dedicated individuals is braving the freezing temps to not only make sure they are fed but also that they are healthy.
Despite the extreme cold in Minnesota, a group of dedicated individuals is braving the freezing temps to not only make sure they are fed but also that they are healthy.
Walz raises capacity limits at private parties, restaurants amid decreasing COVID-19 rates
Gov. Tim Walz is loosening restrictions on capacity limits for Minnesota restaurants and indoor venues as coronavirus infections tumble, though he was criticized Friday for not outlining his plans earlier.
Gov. Tim Walz is loosening restrictions on capacity limits for Minnesota restaurants and indoor venues as coronavirus infections tumble, though he was criticized Friday for not outlining his plans earlier.
CDC says strong evidence in-person schooling can be done safely
The CDC on Friday provided a roadmap for reopening schools in the middle of a pandemic, emphasizing mask wearing and social distancing and saying vaccination of teachers is important but not a prerequisite for reopening.
The CDC on Friday provided a roadmap for reopening schools in the middle of a pandemic, emphasizing mask wearing and social distancing and saying vaccination of teachers is important but not a prerequisite for reopening.
South Korea offers free COVID-19 tests for pet cats and dogs
South Korea’s capital says it will give free coronavirus tests to pet dogs and cats if they come into contact with infected humans and show symptoms.
South Korea’s capital says it will give free coronavirus tests to pet dogs and cats if they come into contact with infected humans and show symptoms.
House panel advances partial COVID-19 relief bill including $1,400 stimulus checks
The panel on Thursday evening approved its $940 billion piece of Biden's proposal on a 25-18 party-line vote
The panel on Thursday evening approved its $940 billion piece of Biden's proposal on a 25-18 party-line vote
Movie theaters hope brighter days are ahead as industry emerges from pandemic stall
Like music venues and other performance centers, movie theaters have been among the hardest-hit industries during the pandemic.
Like music venues and other performance centers, movie theaters have been among the hardest-hit industries during the pandemic.
Walz: No lifting of business restrictions imminent, despite improving COVID numbers
Gov. Tim Walz is giving no indication that he'll move to lift Minnesota's coronavirus-related business restrictions soon, even as virus metrics plummet to their lowest levels in months.
Gov. Tim Walz is giving no indication that he'll move to lift Minnesota's coronavirus-related business restrictions soon, even as virus metrics plummet to their lowest levels in months.