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Stories from March 22, 2020

Coronavirus aid bill in limbo after procedural vote fails

Democrats are calling for changes to the legislation, including further expansion of unemployment insurance and more restrictions on federal assistance provided to large corporations.
by NPR Staff

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COVID-19 spreading among health workers

Coronavirus continues to spread across the state and officials say there’s a need for blood donations. The latest on COVID-19 for March 22, 2020, hosted by Tim Nelson.

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March 22 update on COVID-19 in Minnesota: 169 confirmed cases, 28 counties, one death

March 22 update on COVID-19 in Minnesota: 169 confirmed cases, 28 counties, one death

Health officials warned Minnesotans that COVID-19 is widespread across the state, in the wake of Minnesota's first death linked to the new coronavirus. Efforts to get more masks and other protective equipment into the hands of medical personnel increased this weekend, as the governor activated the National Guard to help transport those supplies.
by MPR News Staff

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Scramble to prepare hospitals around the world as coronavirus death toll rises

Scramble to prepare hospitals around the world as coronavirus death toll rises

Italy, Iran and the United States reported soaring new death tolls as the coronavirus pandemic marched relentlessly around the globe Sunday, prompting a scramble in hard-hit regions to set up more hospital beds.
by The Associated Press

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A breezy Sunday; periods of snow northern Minnesota, chance rain/snow showers central and south

Northeastern Minnesota will see the most snow this Sunday. Parts of Minnesota will have a chance of snow showers and rain showers. Details on the precipitation, plus a look at temperature trends this coming week.
by Ron Trenda

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For some medical providers, P-P-E is being spelled D-I-Y

For some medical providers, P-P-E is being spelled D-I-Y

Health care providers are turning to the public to help restock dwindling supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) — including masks — as the coronavirus outbreak spreads and manufacturing can’t keep up.
by Tim Nelson

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With buildings closed, Minnesota faith leaders stay connected with congregations

With buildings closed, Minnesota faith leaders stay connected with congregations

Churches, mosques, temples and synagogues across Minnesota are closed to slow the spread of the coronavirus. That means people of faith are facing new routines this weekend — like online services, or drive-thru communion.
by Emily Bright

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Milder temps this afternoon; snow shower and rain shower chances for some areas

Our temperatures will rebound a bit Sunday afternoon, and some areas will see some snow showers and rain showers. Several inches of snow are possible in parts of the northeast.

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Graduation, financial aid, admissions — for this year's college-bound, the future is in turmoil

Graduation, financial aid, admissions — for this year's college-bound, the future is in turmoil

Colleges have extended deposit deadlines, the SAT and ACT are canceling testing dates and students and their families are navigating financial decisions amid the uncertainty.
by Elissa Nadworny

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Under the quirk, 'Hearts Of Oak' beats with a thoughtful pulse

Under the quirk, 'Hearts Of Oak' beats with a thoughtful pulse

Eddie Robson's slim but punchy new novel is set in an unnamed city, made mostly of wood. The city has a King. The King talks to a cat. It's a gem of offbeat weirdness — with a deeply thoughtful core.
by Jason Heller

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At least 38 test positive for coronavirus in New York City jails

At least 38 people have tested positive for coronavirus in New York City jails, including at the notorious Rikers Island jail complex, the board that oversees the city's jail system said Saturday.
by The Associated Press

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