'Reopen Minnesota': Organizers looking for ways to loosen COVID-19 restrictions
The pressure is building in Minnesota to reopen the state’s economy, and while the Governor has said he wants that too, it might not be happening as quickly as some would like.
The pressure is building in Minnesota to reopen the state’s economy, and while the Governor has said he wants that too, it might not be happening as quickly as some would like.
Minnesota governor says 5,000 COVID-19 tests a day is possible by May 4
While recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows a drop in COVID-19 testing, Governor Tim Walz says it's still possible to be doing 5,000 COVID-19 diagnostic tests per day by May 4, the day his stay-at-home order is scheduled to expire.
While recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows a drop in COVID-19 testing, Governor Tim Walz says it's still possible to be doing 5,000 COVID-19 diagnostic tests per day by May 4, the day his stay-at-home order is scheduled to expire.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area to close Wednesday until May 4
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is closed until May 4, the Forest Service announced Wednesday.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is closed until May 4, the Forest Service announced Wednesday.
South Dakota governor defends decision not to issue stay-at-home order despite rise in cases
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defended her decision not to issue a stay-home order Wednesday, despite a worrisome rise in the number of coronavirus cases and an outbreak forcing the closure of the Smithfield pork plant in Sioux Falls.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defended her decision not to issue a stay-home order Wednesday, despite a worrisome rise in the number of coronavirus cases and an outbreak forcing the closure of the Smithfield pork plant in Sioux Falls.
'It is done': Gov. Walz signs long-awaited emergency insulin bill into law
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed Alec Smith Insulin Affordability Act into law Wednesday, establishing an emergency insulin program for the state.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed Alec Smith Insulin Affordability Act into law Wednesday, establishing an emergency insulin program for the state.
Minnesota governor extends peacetime emergency through May 13
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has ordered his peacetime emergency be extended through May 13 to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has ordered his peacetime emergency be extended through May 13 to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
Minnesota governor, agency commissioners take 10% pay cuts
Gov. Tim Walz and his appointed commissioners will take pay cuts due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gov. Tim Walz and his appointed commissioners will take pay cuts due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Majority Leader Gazelka opposes Gov. Walz extension of Minnesota's stay-at-home extension: 'We have to get on with our lives'
Minnesota’s top ranking GOP leader is against the governor’s stay-at-home order, saying, “We have to get on with our lives.”
Minnesota’s top ranking GOP leader is against the governor’s stay-at-home order, saying, “We have to get on with our lives.”
Who can return to work under Minnesota's revised stay-at-home order?
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced an extension of the stay-at-home order Wednesday, April 8, with new exemptions for certain industries. The extended order will go through May 4. The statewide bar, restaurant and school closures are matched up to the stay-at-home extension, so they will all remain closed until May 4.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced an extension of the stay-at-home order Wednesday, April 8, with new exemptions for certain industries. The extended order will go through May 4. The statewide bar, restaurant and school closures are matched up to the stay-at-home extension, so they will all remain closed until May 4.
Gov. Walz extends Minnesota's stay-at-home order to May 4, includes exemptions
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz extended his stay-at-home order through May 4, forcing thousands of businesses to remain closed for three additional weeks as state health officials warned that the peak of the coronavirus pandemic was soon to hit.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz extended his stay-at-home order through May 4, forcing thousands of businesses to remain closed for three additional weeks as state health officials warned that the peak of the coronavirus pandemic was soon to hit.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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 Governor Tim Walz unveiled a new online dashboard providing data regarding COVID-19 testing, supplies and more.