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36.5 million have filed for unemployment in 8 weeks

36.5 million have filed for unemployment in 8 weeks

Nearly 3 million people filed for unemployment benefits last week, the Labor Department said. It's the latest grim sign of the economic damage from the coronavirus crisis.
by Avie Schneider

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Businesses want to reopen, but how to do it safely?

Businesses want to reopen, but how to do it safely?

More businesses see relief as Gov. Tim Walz’ stay-at-home order lapses on Monday. For the rest, bars, restaurants and salons among them, a possible restart date of June 1 offers some hope, but how exactly business will be conducted is still a question.
by Nina Moini

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History Forum: The history of fake news in the U.S.

History Forum: The history of fake news in the U.S.

History professor Michelle Nickerson speaks at the Minnesota Historical Society’s “History Forum” about “The History of Fake News in America.”

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MPR cuts jobs due to funding crunch amid pandemic

MPR cuts jobs due to funding crunch amid pandemic

Fourteen employees of Minnesota Public Radio’s parent company, American Public Media Group, are voluntarily leaving the company, as it contends with the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. 
by Dan Kraker

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Coronavirus reset: How to get health insurance now

Coronavirus reset: How to get health insurance now

At least 27 million Americans who lost their jobs in recent weeks also lost their health insurance, a new report finds. Others lacked a health plan even before COVID-19 hit. Here's how to find help.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Frustration and uncertainty as workers wait on unemployment pay

Frustration and uncertainty as workers wait on unemployment pay

As demand for unemployment benefits has skyrocketed, some workers are anxiously awaiting news of whether they’ll receive benefits from the state. 
by Jon Collins

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Fed chief says more relief spending may be 'costly, but worth it'

Fed chief says more relief spending may be 'costly, but worth it'

Jerome Powell said the economy should recover once the coronavirus is under control. But the central bank chief cautioned that without more help, many small businesses may not survive that long.
by Scott Horsley

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