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Stories from November 23, 2020

Wintry mix Tuesday; mild bias overall into December?

Wintry mix Tuesday; mild bias overall into December?

November is running 5 degrees warmer than average in the Twin Cities. Medium-range forecast products continue to skew milder than average into December.
by Paul Huttner

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President-elect Biden to begin formal transition process after agency OK

President-elect Biden to begin formal transition process after agency OK

President Donald Trump, who still hasn't conceded, says he's "recommending" the GSA begin "initial protocols" to kick-start the transfer of power. The GSA chief says her decision was reached independently.
by Brian Naylor and Alana Wise

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A revamped Strategic National Stockpile still can't match the pandemic's latest surge

A revamped Strategic National Stockpile still can't match the pandemic's latest surge

The Strategic National Stockpile stores critical supplies. It fell short when the pandemic first hit. Now, a new effort is being implemented, but it's still not providing what the U.S. needs.
by Monika Evstatieva

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Minnesota turning to smartphones to help track down COVID transmission

Minnesota turning to smartphones to help track down COVID transmission, governor says it is private and secure with technology from Apple and Google. This is a MPR News evening update hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approves key Line 3 permit

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approves key Line 3 permit

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Monday approved one of the last remaining permits for Enbridge Energy's planned Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement across northern Minnesota, bringing the project a step closer to construction.
by Steve Karnowski, Associated Press

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Michigan certifies Joe Biden's election victory

Michigan certifies Joe Biden's election victory

The Michigan Board of State Canvassers on Monday voted to certify the state's election results, after weeks of attempts by President Donald Trump, the outgoing Republican nominee, to overturn his opponent's victory.
by Alana Wise

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Are Minnesota's new COVID-19 restrictions enough?

Are Minnesota's new COVID-19 restrictions enough?

Two MPR News reporters brought us up to speed on how the state is responding to a staggering number of new cases each day as well as the rising death count.
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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Biden picks Janet Yellen to be Treasury Secretary in historic appointment

Biden picks Janet Yellen to be Treasury Secretary in historic appointment

President-elect Joe Biden plans to nominate former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen to head the Treasury Department, a source close to the transition told NPR on Monday, marking the first time a woman would head the powerful agency.
by Scott Horsley and Franco Ordoñez

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Millions of Americans traveling for Thanksgiving, ignoring CDC advice

Millions of Americans traveling for Thanksgiving, ignoring CDC advice

More than 3 million people went through TSA airport security checkpoints this weekend. That's the most air travelers in one weekend since March, when the pandemic began.
by David Schaper

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American Airlines reverses policy that imposed weight limit on wheelchairs

American Airlines reverses policy that imposed weight limit on wheelchairs

American Airlines reversed a recent policy that banned wheelchairs weighing more than 300 pounds, which includes many power wheelchairs, from some of its regional jets following an NPR report.
by Joseph Shapiro

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Light wintry mix Tuesday

Light wintry mix Tuesday

Tuesday’s weak weather system may produce light snow and glaze ice, heavier snow possible in Wisconsin.
by Paul Huttner

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ChangeMakers: Tufawon, music as an art of resistance

ChangeMakers: Tufawon, music as an art of resistance

Dakota and Boricua hip-hop artist Rafael Gonzalez, known as Tufawon, wants to hear Indigenous music on heavy rotation on every station. His music blends his experiences growing up and his visions for the future of Indigenous people.
by Evan Frost

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Debunking pandemic myths

Debunking pandemic myths

Misinformation about COVID-19 is spreading along with the virus. How can you separate fact from falsehoods? 
by Kerri Miller

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Minnesota rolls out new app for COVID exposure alerts

Minnesota rolls out new app for COVID exposure alerts

The smartphone application is based on voluntary participation and is designed to alert people to potential exposure, although the technology is layered to avoid personally identifying users.
by Brian Bakst

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Pope Francis' book explores George Floyd, virus skeptics

Pope Francis' book explores George Floyd, virus skeptics

In a new book “Let Us Dream,” Pope Francis is supporting demands for racial justice in the wake of the U.S. police killing of George Floyd and is blasting COVID-19 skeptics and the media that spread their conspiracies.
by The Associated Press

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A messy storm targets Minnesota Tuesday

Travel turns tricky by Tuesday morning as a storm moves a mix of rain, snow and ice into Minnesota overnight. The remainder of the week stays much quieter.
by Nicole Mitchell

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'They've learned what resiliency is': Football season ends early with COVID dial-back — and a few lessons

'They've learned what resiliency is': Football season ends early with COVID dial-back — and a few lessons

A high school football season that was first postponed until the spring, and then restarted late this fall, came to a sudden close on Friday. The state high school league squeezed in more than 80 games in the hours before new statewide restrictions meant to slow the spread of COVID-19 took effect.
by Dan Kraker and Derek Montgomery

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‘Vaccinations are the endgame’: State prepares to roll out first rounds of COVID-19 vaccines

‘Vaccinations are the endgame’: State prepares to roll out first rounds of COVID-19 vaccines

As two COVID-19 vaccines approach approval from the Food and Drug Administration, state officials ready their plan to distribute vaccines. They say getting most people the vaccine will be critical to snuffing out a virus that has killed thousands of Minnesotans.
by Catharine Richert

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Mostly sunny skies for Monday

Monday stays relatively quiet with sunshine and seasonable temperatures. However, changes late in the day set the stage for a messy Tuesday.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Mask mandates work to slow spread of coronavirus, Kansas study finds

Mask mandates work to slow spread of coronavirus, Kansas study finds

When the state of Kansas issued a mask mandate, 81 counties opted out. Researchers found coronavirus infection rates rose sharply in the opt-out counties, while falling in those that required masks.
by Jane Greenhalgh

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3rd major COVID-19 vaccine shown to be effective and cheaper

3rd major COVID-19 vaccine shown to be effective and cheaper

Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca says that late-stage trials showed its coronavirus vaccine was up to 90 percent effective, giving public health officials hope they may soon have access to a vaccine that is cheaper and easier to distribute than some of its rivals.
by The Associated Press

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Pandemic pet therapy: What's so special about a critter friend?

Pandemic pet therapy: What's so special about a critter friend?

"Relationships with animals are simple," notes one researcher. In a year when life feels fraught, pets have been healers, helping human companions get exercise, quell anxiety and make new friends.
by Patti Neighmond

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Nov. 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: Walz readies new package to aid businesses hurt by curbs

Nov. 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: Walz readies new package to aid businesses hurt by curbs

Gov. Tim Walz said Monday he’s proposing financial help for restaurant and bar owners and workers hurt by the current COVID-19 restrictions. He also rolled out an app for COVID-19 exposure alerts. Officials reported more than 6,000 new cases of the disease, and 24 deaths.
by MPR News Staff

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For second day, number of newly confirmed COVID-19 cases drop

Minnesota health officials reported another 7,219 COVID-19 cases and 40 more deaths on Sunday, on a record volume of more than 67,000 test results. But for the second straight day, there was a positive sign elsewhere in the new numbers from the state health department. Looking back over the past week, the average daily number of newly confirmed cases ticked downward again. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, November 23, 2020. Hosted by Phil Picardi. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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A medical haven for Latino immigrants in rural Minnesota

A medical haven for Latino immigrants in rural Minnesota

Latinos in the United States are more likely to work essential jobs during the pandemic and be exposed to the coronavirus. They are also three times more likely to die from COVID-19 than white Americans. A free clinic in central Minnesota is helping connect community members to quality health care.
by Riham Feshir

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Ice Bucket Challenge co-creator dies at 37

Ice Bucket Challenge co-creator dies at 37

Patrick Quinn, who helped turn the Ice Bucket Challenge into a global phenomenon in 2014, died after a seven-year fight with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
by Jaclyn Diaz

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Minneapolis, St. Paul lower speed limits on residential streets

Minneapolis, St. Paul lower speed limits on residential streets

The cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have both lowered speed limits on residential streets. Minneapolis completed the process of installing 1,400 new speed limit signs last week.
by Jon Collins

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APM Reports investigation: 'Youth were abused here'

APM Reports investigation: 'Youth were abused here'

An APM Reports investigation about the treatment of vulnerable kids at a facility run by the for-profit company, Sequel.
by MPR News Staff

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Streak stop: Dalton's 3 TDs lift Cowboys past Vikings 31-28

Andy Dalton returned from a two-game absence to throw three touchdown passes, hitting Dalton Schultz for a 2-yard score with 1:37 left to lift the Cowboys over the Vikings 31-28 on Sunday to stop their four-game losing streak.
by The Associated Press

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Molino, Minnesota United beat Rapids for first playoff win

Molino, Minnesota United beat Rapids for first playoff win

Kevin Molino scored two goals, Robin Lod added another and Minnesota United beat the Colorado Rapids 3-0 on Sunday night for the first playoff victory in franchise history.
by The Associated Press

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Survey of bankers shows concern about farm debt and low income 

A fall survey of ag lenders shows concern about farm income and debt levels, but most bankers expect credit will be available to farmers next year.
by Dan Gunderson

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