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Stories from April 12, 2020

Minnesota libraries offer contactless curbside pickup to serve readers

Minnesota libraries offer contactless curbside pickup to serve readers

Libraries across Minnesota remain closed to the public, but some have started offering contactless curbside pickup for patrons looking for a fresh influx of reading material.
by Emily Bright

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Largest one-day increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases in Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Health reported Sunday that the COVID-19 death toll in Minnesota has increased to 70, while the total number of confirmed cases saw its largest one-day increase so far in Minnesota. MPR News update for April 12, 2020. Hosted by Lauren Rosenthal.

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Impressive Sunday snow totals; cool start to the week, then temps rebound by Thursday

Sunday’s wet snow will melt within a few days. Details on who will see additional snow Sunday evening and overnight Sunday night, plus a look at the week ahead. We also have stats on the new Twin Cities Easter Sunday snowfall record.
by Ron Trenda

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Spring storm brings heavy snow to southern Minnesota

Spring storm brings heavy snow to southern Minnesota

Heavy snow caused treacherous driving conditions for those who had to travel in southern Minnesota on Sunday. The National Weather Service reported snow totals nearing a foot in parts of the region as of Sunday night.
by Andrew Krueger

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Snow and strong winds continue Sunday afternoon into Sunday evening

Snow and strong winds continue Sunday afternoon into Sunday evening

Snow and strong winds will be with us through Sunday afternoon and into Sunday evening. The snow will be heavy at times. We have the latest info on snow accumulations, plus a look at the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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April 12 update on COVID-19 in MN: Largest one-day increase in confirmed cases; death toll now 70

April 12 update on COVID-19 in MN: Largest one-day increase in confirmed cases; death toll now 70

The Minnesota Department of Health reported Sunday that the COVID-19 death toll in Minnesota has increased to 70, while the total number of confirmed cases saw its largest one-day increase so far in Minnesota.
by MPR News Staff

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UK PM Johnson out of the hospital, says staff saved his life

UK PM Johnson out of the hospital, says staff saved his life

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was discharged Sunday from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the coronavirus, as the U.K. became the fourth European country to surpass 10,000 virus-related deaths.
by The Associated Press

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Smithfield Foods announces indefinite closure of Sioux Falls plant amid COVID-19 outbreak

Smithfield Foods announces indefinite closure of Sioux Falls plant amid COVID-19 outbreak

Smithfield Foods announced Sunday that its massive pork processing plant in Sioux Falls, S.D., will close indefinitely amid a coronavirus outbreak. As of Saturday, more than 230 employees had tested positive for COVID-19, out of a workforce of about 3,700 people.
by MPR News Staff

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South Dakota officials ask Sioux Falls meatpacking plant to close for two weeks

South Dakota officials ask Sioux Falls meatpacking plant to close for two weeks

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem and Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken say they want Smithfield Foods to close its Sioux Falls meatpacking plant for two weeks. More than 230 COVID-19 cases have been identified among Smithfield employees.

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Kansas Supreme Court upholds governor's order limiting size of religious services

Kansas Supreme Court upholds governor's order limiting size of religious services

The Kansas Supreme Court ruled Saturday that a Republican-dominated legislative panel exceeded its authority when it tried to overturn the Democratic governor’s executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 people during the coronavirus pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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UMD hockey star Scott Perunovich wins Hobey Baker award

UMD hockey star Scott Perunovich wins Hobey Baker award

Minnesota Duluth defenseman Scott Perunovich won the Hobey Baker Memorial Award on Saturday night as college hockey’s top player, becoming the Bulldogs’ record sixth recipient of the honor.
by The Associated Press

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In Cesar Aira's latest, 'Artforum' has a magic beyond the page

In Cesar Aira's latest, 'Artforum' has a magic beyond the page

Aira's oddball new novella chronicles his love affair with the magazine “Artforum,” to which he ascribes almost magical qualities. It's a giddy, self-indulgent but delightful read.
by Kamil Ahsan

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