Twin Cities metro hospitals add beds, prep for surge of COVID-19 patients
Twin Cities hospitals are preparing for an upcoming surge of patients in need of care due to the novel coronavirus outbreak.
American Heart Association moves annual Heart Walk online amid coronavirus concerns
Many charities are preparing for the impact the novel coronavirus pandemic will have on fundraising this spring. The American Heart Association in Minnesota is one of those charities having to adapt.
'I have no income': Amid closures, self-employed nail salon worker calls for relief
For 33 years, Pam Black has made her living doing manicures and pedicures for a loyal list of customers, but now her nail table is empty.
How Minnesota emergency crews are adapting response amid the pandemic
The novel coronavirus pandemic is changing the way some frontline emergency workers are doing their job in the name of health and safety.
Blood donors needed, but advised to make appointments first
The American Red Cross is getting an overwhelming response to its initial call for blood donations.
Walz orders organizations to inventory personal protective equipment
Governor Tim Walz is looking to address the shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) in hospitals amid the novel coronavirus pandemic by ordering organizations to complete an inventory of all PPE and prepare to donate their items.
Are Minnesotans social distancing well enough?
Social distancing recommendations have been shared far and wide amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but how well are people following these guidelines?
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: 416 confirmed cases, 5 deaths
There are now five deaths in Wisconsin linked to the novel coronavirus, according to an update Monday from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The state now has 416 confirmed cases of COVID-19, which is an increase of 135 cases from Sunday.
Coronavirus in Wisconsin: 380 cases, 4 deaths
The amount of confirmed novel coronavirus cases has reached more than 380, according to an update from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Edina closing playgrounds to help reduce spread of COVID-19
The City of Edina is closing of all its playgrounds on city parks in order to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, according to an update from the city.
Minnesota woman sews face masks to give to health care workers
The call for masks and personal protection is heard across the country as shortages impact medical workers. Among those stepping up to help is a Minnesota woman who says it’s the least she can do amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Model for COVID-19 spread in Twin Cities? Not enough data, yet
What does the future hold for Minnesota with the spread of the coronavirus?
Minnesota homeless face additional challenges amid coronavirus pandemic
There’s enough to be worried about when you don’t know where you’re going to sleep at night, but now with the novel coronavirus pandemic, there’s a new concern for those experiencing homelessness.
Minnesota Nurses Association calling for N95 face mask donations amid shortage
Due to a "drastic shortage" in Twin Cities hospitals, the Minnesota Nurses Association is calling for the public to donate N95 face masks.
Different kind of block party unites Minneapolis neighborhood amid pandemic
A neighborhood in south Minneapolis found a little slice of normalcy amid uncertain times due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
YMCA to provide care for school-age children of essential workers
The State of Minnesota and the YMCA are partnering to provide care for school-age children for essential workers and employees in the health field as schools remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
MNsure to hold special enrollment period starting Monday
In response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, there will be a special 30-day enrollment period for MNsure, allowing those who are uninsured to enroll for health insurance coverage.
Order limits in-person courthouse proceedings, puts hold on new jury trials
In the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a statewide order that puts a hold on new jury trials and causes nearly all proceedings to happen remotely instead of in the courtroom.
Minnesota grocery industry assures: No shortage on the horizon
The grocery store industry is assuring consumers that there is no supply chain issue, despite empty shelves at stores everywhere.
Wisconsin records first 2 deaths due to novel coronavirus
Two people have died from novel coronavirus in Wisconsin, marking the first deaths linked to the virus in the state.