Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz issues statewide stay-at-home order amid COVID-19 pandemic
UPDATE: The stay-at-home order has been extended to May 4.
Governor says he expects to extend, but change Minnesota's stay-at-home order Wednesday
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he expects to extend and change his stay-at-home order Wednesday to continue to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Minnesota governor stresses no large gatherings as Easter, Passover approach
Upcoming religious holidays, like Easter and Passover, will look different this year under Minnesota's stay-at-home order and social distancing guidelines due to COVID-19.
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.
$6.2 million in $1,000 grants now available to qualified Minnesota veterans
The state of Minnesota is offering grant money to veterans who qualify for financial assistance due to COVID-19.
'The sun will shine': Gov. Walz assures Minnesota will make it through pandemic during address
The coronavirus pandemic has brought Minnesota to a grinding halt.
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.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to deliver State of the State Sunday
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will deliver the annual State of the State Address at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 5. You can watch the speech on FOX 9 + or live online here.
Minnesota governor launches COVID-19 dashboard detailing supplies, testing data
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz unveiled a new online dashboard providing data regarding COVID-19 testing, supplies and more.
Minnesota stay-home order likely to be extended, governor says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said Friday that he is likely to extend his stay-home order through the end of April, though no decision will be finalized until next week.
Minnesota will identify nursing homes with COVID-19 cases as pandemic spreads to 47 facilities
As soon as Friday, Minnesota will begin identifying nursing homes and other facilities that have seen COVID-19 cases, as the coronavirus has now spread to 47 different care facilities.
Gov. Walz: 'Strong possibility' that Minnesota students won't return to classrooms this school year
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says there is a "strong possibility" that in-person classes will be canceled for the rest of the school year.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's bodyguard has recovered from coronavirus
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is self-quarantining and working from home for 14 days after a member of his security detail tested positive for the coronavirus, but that State Trooper has now recovered, the Governor announced Thursday.
Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener postponed to 2021
The 2020 Minnesota governor's fishing opener has been postponed to next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota hopes to have 5,000 hospital beds for COVID-19 peak
Minnesota officials are trying to manage a complicated supply-chain to support hospitals as they anticipate the peak of the pandemic, when resources like masks, respirators, and ventilators will be in short supply.
Minnesota does not have enough PPE for infection peak, Walz says
Governor Tim Walz says the pressure is on to get more equipment for health care workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 crisis as the country faces a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Minnesota students, educators see some 'glitches' on first day of distance learning
Many students started distance learning in kitchens and living rooms across Minnesota Monday, but absent the typical classroom environment, some faced complications.
How well are Minnesotans following the stay at home order?
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, several states have issued stay at home orders and urged residents to maintain social distancing guidelines.
Minnesota Governor: Two-thirds of police calls were domestic violence-related during 1st weekend of stay-at-home order
Two-thirds of police calls in Minnesota were domestic violence-related, Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signs $330 million COVID-19 relief bill
Saturday morning, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a bill to allocate $330 million in COVID-19 aid in Minnesota, bringing the state’s total response to more than $550 million to manage the COVID-19 pandemic.