Economists and epidemiologists work to find a balance amid pandemic
Economists and state health leaders are working together in Minnesota to find a balance between public safety and keeping the economy going.
Economists and state health leaders are working together in Minnesota to find a balance between public safety and keeping the economy going.
University of Minnesota to hold virtual graduation ceremony in May
The University of Minnesota will be holding a virtual graduation in May and graduates will also be honored in an on-campus ceremony this fall, according to an update from university president Joan Gabel.
The University of Minnesota will be holding a virtual graduation in May and graduates will also be honored in an on-campus ceremony this fall, according to an update from university president Joan Gabel.
2 in hospital, driver in custody after wrong-way crash near University of Minnesota campus
Two people are in the hospital and another is in custody after a crash involving a wrong-way driver overnight Thursday near the University of Minnesota.
Two people are in the hospital and another is in custody after a crash involving a wrong-way driver overnight Thursday near the University of Minnesota.
Can't sleep? Ways to fight off tossing & turning during the pandemic
If you have been experiencing trouble getting a good night's rest, you are not alone. Extra tossing and turning at night may be your body's reaction to heightened stress during the pandemic. University of Minnesota sleep expert Dr. Michael Howell joined the FOX 9 Morning News with tips to ensure a better night of rest.
If you have been experiencing trouble getting a good night's rest, you are not alone. Extra tossing and turning at night may be your body's reaction to heightened stress during the pandemic. University of Minnesota sleep expert Dr. Michael Howell joined the FOX 9 Morning News with tips to ensure a better night of rest.
University of Minnesota faces potential $315 million loss due to COVID-19 pandemic
University of Minnesota leaders say the COVID-19 pandemic could cost the university $315 million.
University of Minnesota leaders say the COVID-19 pandemic could cost the university $315 million.
University of Minnesota researchers unveil first-of-its-kind national COVID-19 hospitalization tracker
Researchers at the University of Minnesota unveiled a state-by-state COVID-19 hospitalization tracker Tuesday that analyzes hospital bed and ICU capacity from 37 participating states.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota unveiled a state-by-state COVID-19 hospitalization tracker Tuesday that analyzes hospital bed and ICU capacity from 37 participating states.
University of Minnesota summer classes to take place in alternative formats due to COVID-19
Summer courses at the University of Minnesota will be conducted in alternative formats, school officials announced Monday.
Summer courses at the University of Minnesota will be conducted in alternative formats, school officials announced Monday.
University of Minnesota refunding students for some spring semester expenses, fees
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved a plan Friday to refund certain fees and expenses for students in light of the changes to university operations resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and the governor’s stay-at-home order.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved a plan Friday to refund certain fees and expenses for students in light of the changes to university operations resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and the governor’s stay-at-home order.
University of Minnesota president proposes refunding student fees in light of COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Minnesota is considering refunding some student fees after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the university to move all classes online for the remainder of the spring semester and ask students not to return to campus if they had a safe place to go.
The University of Minnesota is considering refunding some student fees after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the university to move all classes online for the remainder of the spring semester and ask students not to return to campus if they had a safe place to go.
Mayo Clinic helping fast-track COVID-19 immunity test and treatment
The Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota are part of a nationwide effort to begin using old-school medicine to treat this modern pandemic.
The Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota are part of a nationwide effort to begin using old-school medicine to treat this modern pandemic.
University of Minnesota researchers identify mutations in novel coronavirus that allowed it to spread faster
Researchers at the University of Minnesota studied how mutations made the novel coronavirus attach more strongly to human cells, allowing it to infect and spread faster than similar viruses before it.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota studied how mutations made the novel coronavirus attach more strongly to human cells, allowing it to infect and spread faster than similar viruses before it.
COVID-19 clinical trial launches at U of M; researchers hope to find new use for old malaria drug
The race to find new treatment for COVID-19 is underway at the University of Minnesota. Researchers are taking a close look at a drug that has received a lot of attention in the last few weeks, hydroxychloroquine. One of the co-investigators of the clinical trial joined FOX 9 to explain the potential the drug might have, and a warning for those who may try to use the drug without a prescription.
The race to find new treatment for COVID-19 is underway at the University of Minnesota. Researchers are taking a close look at a drug that has received a lot of attention in the last few weeks, hydroxychloroquine. One of the co-investigators of the clinical trial joined FOX 9 to explain the potential the drug might have, and a warning for those who may try to use the drug without a prescription.
COVID-19 clinical trials at University of Minnesota, study participants needed
Medical researchers at the University of Minnesota are in the fast lane testing existing drugs that could help people who are exposed or get infected with the COVID-19 virus.
Medical researchers at the University of Minnesota are in the fast lane testing existing drugs that could help people who are exposed or get infected with the COVID-19 virus.
How to avoid the biggest pitfalls of working from home
The coronavirus is forcing a new trend in the workplace... or more like... out of the workplace. It can be tricky to make working from home work for you. Phyllis Moen, a professor of sociology at the University of Minnesota, is an expert on workplaces - she gave us some tips on the pitfalls to avoid while working at home.
The coronavirus is forcing a new trend in the workplace... or more like... out of the workplace. It can be tricky to make working from home work for you. Phyllis Moen, a professor of sociology at the University of Minnesota, is an expert on workplaces - she gave us some tips on the pitfalls to avoid while working at home.
Study: COVID-19 can potentially live on surfaces for days
An initial study released Tuesday from the National Institutes of Health showed COVID-19 can live on surfaces.
An initial study released Tuesday from the National Institutes of Health showed COVID-19 can live on surfaces.
How to help Minnesota's small businesses survive the coronavirus crisis
Small businesses are preparing to take a hit while waiting out coronavirus concerns.
Small businesses are preparing to take a hit while waiting out coronavirus concerns.
U of M medical students offer free childcare to health care workers on front lines of coronavirus
University of Minnesota medical students are stepping up to help after nurses, doctors and hospital workers all over the state realized they didn’t have anyone to care for their children after the Governor closed schools earlier this week.
University of Minnesota medical students are stepping up to help after nurses, doctors and hospital workers all over the state realized they didn’t have anyone to care for their children after the Governor closed schools earlier this week.
University of Minnesota changes decision to cancel graduation ceremonies, announces postponement
A day after announcing the cancellation of the University of Minnesota's graduation ceremonies systemwide due to the coronavirus pandemic, President Joan Gabel has instead decided to postpone the ceremonies.
A day after announcing the cancellation of the University of Minnesota's graduation ceremonies systemwide due to the coronavirus pandemic, President Joan Gabel has instead decided to postpone the ceremonies.
Gopher All-American senior pitcher Amber Fiser evaluates future after cancelled season
At a time when softball season should be in full swing, the pings of the bat and pitches hitting the mitt are replaced with silence at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.
At a time when softball season should be in full swing, the pings of the bat and pitches hitting the mitt are replaced with silence at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium.
University of Minnesota suspends in-person classes for rest of the semester, graduation ceremonies cancelled
There will be no more in-person classes at University of Minnesota for the rest of the semester, and graduation ceremonies have been cancelled, according to an update from U of M President Joan Gabel.
There will be no more in-person classes at University of Minnesota for the rest of the semester, and graduation ceremonies have been cancelled, according to an update from U of M President Joan Gabel.