Too close for contagion?

Six feet is supposed to be the new social distancing norm, but is it far enough?  

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Death total rises to 111

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services now says 111 people have died from COVID-19 statewide, marking the first time the death total has eclipsed 100. 

Minnesota attorney general warns businesses that violate stay at home order could face fines

As Governor Walz extends Minnesota's stay at home order into May, the state's attorney general is warning businesses he will take action if they don't comply with the order.

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 29% of confirmed patients have been hospitalized

Nearly 30 percent of postive COVID-19 patients in Wisconsin have been hospitalized as of Tuesday, according to state health data. 

Minnesota lawmakers set to vote on compensation bill for front lines COVID-19 workers

Tuesday, lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol are scheduled to vote on a bill that would offer some help to people working on the front lines against COVID-19 if they do get sick and are out of work.

Walz appears likely to extend stay-home order, but with changes

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said Monday he is likely to extend the state's stay-home order through April amid the coronavirus pandemic, but hinted at changes that would allow some businesses to reopen.

Minnesota launches helpline to report incidents of bias, discrimination as result of COVID-19 pandemic

Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan launched a helpline Monday for people to report incidents of bias or discrimination resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic to the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. 

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 9 more deaths reported, totaling 77

Nine more people died from COVID-19 in Wisconsin between Sunday and Monday, according to the state's health department.

Gov. Walz asks Pres. Trump to declare disaster for Minnesota due to coronavirus

In a letter, Governor Walz is requesting President Trump declare a major disaster for Minnesota, allowing for federal relief as the state responds to the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 2,267 positive tests, 68 deaths

The state of Wisconsin confirmed 2,267 positive COVID-19 tests Sunday and announced 68 people have died from the virus. 

Minnesota nurse heads to New York City to answer call for help

Health professionals from across the country are now heading to New York City to join the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Among them is a nurse from Minnesota.