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Some businesses thrive despite pandemic

Some businesses thrive despite pandemic

Through skill or luck, they found ways to avoid the coronavirus crushing sales.
by Martin Moylan

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Poll: Most Minnesotans support stay-home measures, but state is divided

Poll: Most Minnesotans support stay-home measures, but state is divided

A majority of Minnesota voters support the restrictions on everyday life the state imposed to try to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new MPR News/Star Tribune/KARE 11 Minnesota Poll — but a solid minority feels the state has gone too far.
by David H. Montgomery and Riham Feshir

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After months of steep declines, air traffic is picking up

Despite a dismal spring travel season, there are signs that demand is beginning to tick up. In analyzing data from multiple sources, NPR found signs that more Americans are not just looking to book future trips, but they're also boarding planes and starting to fly again.
by NPR Staff

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Fear of public restrooms prompts creative solutions as some businesses reopen

Fear of public restrooms prompts creative solutions as some businesses reopen

Some people are afraid to use potentially germ-filled public restrooms as stay-at-home restrictions begin lifting. That's boosting sales of products that offer creative alternatives.
by Tovia Smith

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It was hailed as the 'Minnesota moonshot' — but why hasn’t antibody testing taken off?

It was hailed as the 'Minnesota moonshot' — but why hasn’t antibody testing taken off?

One reason state health officials say they have been reticent to suggest widespread testing is reliability. In addition to the Mayo and University of Minnesota tests, private companies have also developed their own antibody testing. State officials say there are tests on the market that don’t produce reliable results.
by Catharine Richert

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'We’re all one paycheck away': More Minnesotans flocking to food shelves

'We’re all one paycheck away': More Minnesotans flocking to food shelves

As more Minnesotans lose their jobs because of COVID-19, local food shelves are seeing a surge in first-time visitors needing emergency food services — and the demand doesn’t look like it’ll let up anytime soon. About 1 in 3 Minnesotans say they’re worried about affording groceries and healthy food.
by Hannah Yang

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Florida theme parks getting ready to reopen with anti-coronavirus measures

Florida theme parks getting ready to reopen with anti-coronavirus measures

Legoland and Universal have local approval for their plans, which involve taking temperatures and encouraging face masks. Disney World and SeaWorld haven't presented their plans yet.
by Greg Allen

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Restaurant, bar owners frustrated and resigned over slow pace of full reopening

Restaurant, bar owners frustrated and resigned over slow pace of full reopening

Some in the restaurant industry say they were shocked by the governor’s announcement Wednesday that they could serve customers outside only beginning June 1. They were in the middle of other plans.
by Jon Collins

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