Nearly half of Twitter accounts discussing coronavirus are likely bots, researchers say
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University analyzed more than 200 million tweets discussing coronavirus or COVID-19 since January.
Google, Apple release coronavirus contact-tracing technology for apps
Apple and Google on Wednesday released long-awaited smartphone technology to automatically notify people if they might have been exposed to the coronavirus.
Minnesota GOP convention postponed after 'potentially malicious' activity on servers
The Republican Party of Minnesota postponed its state convention Saturday afternoon after an abnormal, “potentially malicious” spike in activity on the party’s voting servers, according to GOP Charirwoman Jennifer Carnahan.
Microsoft, UnitedHealth offer app for companies to screen employees for COVID-19 as they return to work
The app is among a rush of new technologies aiming to help companies bring people back to work safely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Star Tribune investigating potential subscriber data breach
The Star Tribune says it is working to verify if its website was part of a hack that targeted a large group of websites Monday morning.
Minnesota schools shifting graduation ceremony plans following new guidelines
With the state of Minnesota banning in-person graduation ceremonies, school districts are now changing their plans on how to best honor the Class of 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota lawmakers push for increased broadband for distance learning amid COVID-19 pandemic
Across every corner of the state, school kids are trying to wrap up the semester from home with computers, but not every home has an internet connection. At the state Capitol, lawmakers are plugging in.
'It feels like I'm in a weird TV series': Minnesota comedian details shift to virtual shows
A little bit of laughter can go a long way, which is why a Minnesota comedian is finding ways to keep the jokes coming amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
How parents can monitor online risks including predators, cyber-bulling
Whether it's for fun, work or school, we are all taking part in a lot more screen time amid this pandemic.
Facebook to warn users who 'liked' coronavirus hoaxes
The social media company says it's going to notify users if they liked, reacted or commented on harmful misinformation removed from Facebook's news feed.
Internet slowing down? Here's some tips on how to speed it up
With millions of Americans now working from home and students around the country learning online, you may be noticing your internet slowing down. Luckily, there are some ways to fix that.
'Zoom-bombing': FBI warns some teleconferences, online classrooms vulnerable to hackers
Hackers have been intruding on Zoom teleconferences, according to the FBI.
Internet providers offering help to low-income families
Three million children in the United States do not have home internet access, according to the Associated Press.
Medtronic ramps up ventilator production to meet global demand
Private companies like Minnesota's Medtronic are boosting production in order to build equipment to fight COVID-19.
Austin couple gets married after making adjustments to follow coronavirus guidelines
Ben and Ashley Pedretti weren't going to let coronavirus COVID-19 restrictions keep them from walking down the aisle. It wasn't exactly the wedding they'd planned but Ashley's mom Karen May says the couple, and the family, wouldn't have changed a thing.
Uber, Lyft suspending shared ride options in response to coronavirus
Uber and Lyft announced on Tuesday that they would be suspending their respective pool and shared options in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Mom praised for parenting skills after making son do pushups in public bathroom in viral lesson on respect
A tough Texas mom is receiving messages of support from other mothers after a photo of her parenting skills in action went viral.
Photo of dog keeping boy company during time-out goes viral
“I couldn't be mad long because it was just so cute how Peyton wrapped his arm around Dash. When Peyton had to go to time-out, I think Dash knew he needed his buddy.”
Minnesota United uses heat lamp technology to help melt snow, prepare pitch at Allianz Field
The Allianz Field staff received assists from the warm sun and some heat lamps to melt the snow on the pitch before home matches in March.
California couple who just adopted newborn girl showered with love on Southwest flight
A couple who adopted a newborn daughter in Colorado was heading back home to California and had an unforgettable experience on a Southwest Airlines flight.