NJ to require COVID vaccine or regular tests for all school employees
New Jersey will require all preschool through grade 12 teachers, staff and personnel for preschool through grade 12 to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by Oct. 18
Over 79K Minnesotans claim $100 reward in latest COVID-19 vaccine incentive push
Over 79,000 newly vaccinated Minnesotans signed up for the state’s $100 Visa gift card offer, Gov. Tim Walz’s office announced Monday.
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine gets full FDA approval
President Joe Biden called on Americans waiting for full FDA approval to get their COVID-19 vaccine after Monday’s FDA announcement of the Pfizer shot.
Vikings invite Dr. Michael Osterholm to talk to team about COVID-19 vaccine
The Minnesota Vikings invited University of Minnesota epidemiologist and infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Osterholm to speak to the team about the COVID-19 vaccine Monday as the team’s vaccination rate lags behind the rest of the NFL.
Vaccine, mask requirements: Minnesota colleges and universities' policies
The fall semester is about to begin for colleges and universities across Minnesota, and many students will be required to get the COVID-19 vaccine before arriving on campus.
Biden, first lady will get COVID-19 booster shots once eligible
President Joe Biden said he and first lady Jill Biden will receive their COVID-19 vaccine booster shots once they are available.
COVID-triggered ADEM disorder leaves girl unable to see, speak
A Bloomington mom is urging everyone to take steps to protect themselves from COVID-19 after her happy and healthy 8-year-old daughter developed a rare debilitating disorder from COVID-19
Why some shots, like the COVID-19 vaccine, need boosters
Health officials are directing people to receive a COVID-19 booster shot amid signs the vaccine’s effectiveness may wear off over time, which is not uncommon among certain vaccines.
‘We have the tools’: Biden says COVID-19 boosters could start in September
On Wednesday, the president outlined plans for booster shots for fully vaccinated Americans, which could begin as early as the week of Sept. 20.
Biden to require COVID-19 vaccines for nursing home staff or face losing federal funds
The Biden administration will move to require nursing home staff to be vaccinated as a condition for receiving federal funding.
Questions arise as officials expected to recommend COVID-19 booster shots
Federal health officials are expected to recommend a COVID-19 booster shot eight months after becoming fully vaccinated, raising many new questions.
MDH recommends students, staff get tested for COVID-19 weekly, offers schools free testing
The Minnesota Department of Health announced Tuesday it has updated the state's COVID-19 testing options in schools, and it recommends unvaccinated students and staff get tested weekly.
Border Patrol seizes over 3,800 fake COVID-19 vaccination cards in August
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said agents have seized thousands of fake COVID-19 vaccination cards from a China supplier.
COVID-19 vaccine booster shots likely to be recommended at 8 months
The U.S. is expected to recommend COVID-19 vaccine boosters for all Americans eight months after they received their second dose, AP sources say.
Chicago pharmacist charged with selling COVID-19 vaccination cards on eBay
A Chicago pharmacist has been charged with allegedly selling dozens of authentic vaccine cards on eBay.
2 Hawaii tourists arrested for using fake vaccine cards, officials say
Two tourists were recently arrested and charged for allegedly using fake COVID-19 vaccine cards to visit Hawaii, authorities said.
Atlanta Falcons first NFL team to have 100% of players vaccinated
The Atlanta Falcons are the first NFL team to have all of its players vaccinated against COVID-19, the team announced Monday.
Walz extending $100 COVID-19 vaccine incentive program until Aug. 22
The governor's office says 55,456 vaccinated Minnesotans have submitted rewards to get $100 for receiving their shots.
Minnesota will require state workers to be COVID-vaccinated or tested weekly starting Sept. 8
Starting Sept. 8, all Minnesota state employees who work outside their home must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or agree to be tested at least weekly.
U of M Board of Regents endorses COVID-19 vaccine requirement, pending FDA approval
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved the decision to require students to get the COVID-19 vaccine, pending the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval.