Walz to announce new measures to curb COVID-19

Gov. Tim Walz is scheduled to lay out his plan for countering an alarming spike in coronavirus cases today. Without sharing specifics, the governor's spokesperson said the new guidance will address bars, restaurants, fitness centers, gyms, youth sports and social gatherings.

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