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Stories from March 26, 2020

With COVID-19, desire for fast internet connections accelerates

With COVID-19, desire for fast internet connections accelerates

Many people are working at home now in an effort to halt the spread of the novel coronavirus. Speed, capacity and reliability of internet connections determine how well remote-working goes. Some telecommuters zip along in the fast lane, others not so much.
by Martin Moylan

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U.S. surpasses China in cases of coronavirus

U.S. surpasses China in cases of coronavirus

The U.S. with about 82,000 cases passed China with about 81,000. The cases being detected in the U.S. have risen as more tests have become available, although the wait for tests can still be long.
by Joe Neel

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Gov. Walz orders Minnesotans to stay at home — what about those who don't have homes?

Gov. Walz orders Minnesotans to stay at home — what about those who don't have homes?

Hennepin County is moving homeless seniors and others in high-risk groups to hotels to isolate. Night shelters are preparing to stay open 24 hours a day, but it’s a heavy lift.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Minnesota schools are closed until early May: Here are 9 things you need to know

Minnesota schools are closed until early May: Here are 9 things you need to know

Starting Monday, teachers will activate their “distance learning” plans — teaching their K-12 students who are at home, regardless if those children have access to the internet or a computer. The state is ordering Minnesota schools to remain closed through May 4 as it grapples with the COVID-19 outbreak.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Tension over how long social distancing will last

March 26, 2020. Evening update hosted by Tim Nelson.

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Trump administration says data will drive 'next phase' of coronavirus guidelines

Trump administration says data will drive 'next phase' of coronavirus guidelines

The White House briefing took place on the same day that official statistics indicated the U.S. has recorded more coronavirus cases than China. President Trump said his administration is working on publishing guidelines for state and local governments to use to determine whether to increase or relax social distancing rules.
by Barbara Sprunt and Philip Ewing

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Bethesda Hospital readied in days to accept COVID-19 patients

Bethesda Hospital readied in days to accept COVID-19 patients

In a flurry of construction, most of it over 72 hours, Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul has become a specialty center for the most severe COVID-19 cases. The first patients are expected to arrive from other M Health Fairview facilities beginning Thursday afternoon.
by Peter Cox

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Tougher ID requirements for domestic flights postponed to 2021

Tougher ID requirements for domestic flights postponed to 2021

The Dept. of Homeland Security has pushed back the enforcement deadline for Real ID from Oct. 1, 2020 to Oct. 1, 2021 in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
by Merrit Kennedy

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Can a 'Health Weather Map' detect COVID-19 trends?

Can a 'Health Weather Map' detect COVID-19 trends?

A company that produces internet-connected digital thermometers may be detecting data trends between fevers and COVID-19 cases across the country.
by Paul Huttner

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Minnesota lawmakers send $330M COVID-19 bill to Walz

Minnesota lawmakers send $330M COVID-19 bill to Walz

The plan responds to some immediate needs and some that could arise as Minnesota confronts COVID-19.
by Brian Bakst

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Life during stay-at-home orders

Life during stay-at-home orders

For two weeks, Minnesota should stay at home, says Gov. Tim Walz. For a glimpse at what that means, we look at California, which has been under a stay-at-home order since March 19.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Flood risk continues to fall along Red River at Fargo-Moorhead

Flood risk continues to fall along Red River at Fargo-Moorhead

A slow, gentle spring melt with little precipitation has significantly reduced the flood threat along the Red River in the Fargo-Moorhead area.
by Dan Gunderson

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What to read in a time of isolation

What to read in a time of isolation

In times of isolation, a good book may be your closest companion. We explore fiction to turn to during challenging and isolating times.
by Kerri Miller, Marcheta Fornoff and Breann Schossow

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Weekend forecast: Wet and windy Saturday, nicer Sunday

Sunday looks like the nicer day of the weekend. We have details about Saturday’s rain and high winds, and which areas may see some flakes.
by Ron Trenda

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Is loss of smell and taste a symptom of COVID-19? Doctors want to find out

Is loss of smell and taste a symptom of COVID-19? Doctors want to find out

They have seen patients who presented with these symptoms — then tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Now they're gathering data to see if they can prove that there is indeed a connection.
by Maria Godoy, Allison Aubrey and Emily Kwong

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A strong storm brings soaking rain by Saturday

Thursday brings a chance for sprinkles under mostly cloudy skies, then a stronger storm brings widespread rain the first half of the weekend.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Daily dose of sweetness: Mayo Clinic docs go viral with 'Imagine'

Daily dose of sweetness: Mayo Clinic docs go viral with 'Imagine'

From acts of kindness, sweet gestures to inspirational signs, here are some of the ways people are lifting one another up during the coronavirus pandemic.
by Nancy Yang

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Policast: Gov. Walz issues a ‘stay at home’ order

Gov. Walz issues a ‘stay at home’ order; some lawmakers question the governor’s use of his emergency powers
by Mike Mulcahy

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Veterans, VA brace for COVID-19 impact

Veterans, VA brace for COVID-19 impact

About half of U.S. veterans are over the age of 65, and many have underlying health complications, making them especially vulnerable to the new coronavirus. Those statistics have led to concerns about whether the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is ready with enough hospital beds, staff and medical equipment.
by Kirsti Marohn

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March 26 update on COVID-19 in MN: More deaths expected; too soon to say on State Fair

March 26 update on COVID-19 in MN: More deaths expected; too soon to say on State Fair

“We know we’ll be reporting more deaths in the days to come,” health chief Jan Malcolm said as she and Gov. Walz delivered the latest update, including news of a second state death. Will the pandemic affect the State Fair? Walz said it was too early to know.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota legislature back in session today

March 26, 2020. Morning update hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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'Tigers, Not Daughters' is haunting — with or without a ghost

'Tigers, Not Daughters' is haunting — with or without a ghost

In Samantha Mabry's new novel, three prickly sisters are haunted, maybe literally, by their fourth, who's died in an accident. She has a message for them, but they may be too sunk in grief to hear it.
by Caitlyn Paxson

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Don't dash for cash: Authorities say there's no need to empty the ATM

Don't dash for cash: Authorities say there's no need to empty the ATM

Regulators urge consumers not to drain their bank accounts, after reports of large withdrawals by some customers worried about the coronavirus. The FDIC reminds us the public accounts are insured.
by Scott Horsley

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Walz's stay-at-home order permits many 'critical' workers to venture out; distancing urged

Walz's stay-at-home order permits many 'critical' workers to venture out; distancing urged

As most Minnesotans prepare to stay in their homes for two weeks under Gov. Tim Walz’s latest executive order, health officials and others hope the move will relieve pressure on hospitals and testing labs ahead of an expected surge of critical COVID-19 patients.
by Matt Sepic

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Clinics shifting as much as possible to telemedicine

Clinics shifting as much as possible to telemedicine

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, kids and adults are still getting infections and other maladies that have nothing to do with COVID-19. Health care providers are urging people to seek care if they need it, but whenever possible, they’re using telemedicine visits to treat patients.
by Mark Zdechlik

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More soaking rains Saturday; 60 degrees by Monday?

We come up for air with two drier days. Then another stronger weather system arrives Saturday.
by Paul Huttner

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Minnesota public defender 'gratified' after reinstatement

Minnesota public defender 'gratified' after reinstatement

One of Minnesota’s top public defenders was reinstated Wednesday after being placed on paid leave pending an investigation into her performance. Mary Moriarty welcomed the decision, saying she will continue to be an outspoken advocate for racial justice and marginalized communities.
by The Associated Press

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