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Defense Production Act speeds up vaccine production -- though it's hard to track

Defense Production Act speeds up vaccine production -- though it's hard to track

A 1950 law allows the government to award contracts that take priority over all others for national defense. During the pandemic, the law has been used to defend the country against the coronavirus.
by Sydney Lupkin

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More U.S. travelers are flying again despite COVID-19 risks

More U.S. travelers are flying again despite COVID-19 risks

Friday marked the busiest day for the nation's airports since COVID-19 put the brakes on air travel almost a year ago. But the number of travelers remains far below 2019 levels.
by Jon Hamilton

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March 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace rises; uptick in active cases

March 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace rises; uptick in active cases

The pace of vaccinations in Minnesota increased on Sunday, to an average of more than 43,000 doses daily over the past week — the highest on record. At the same time, the number of active COVID-19 cases in Minnesota continued to rise.
by MPR News Staff

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Why America is moving: Money, space, family, lifestyle...

Why America is moving: Money, space, family, lifestyle...

2020 made moving a reality for millions. Some moved to be near family. Others achieved their pipe dreams of moving to distant locations in pursuit of a better lifestyle and cheaper cost of living.
by Adedayo Akala

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A story of youth, hope and loss — and the mystery of COVID-19

A story of youth, hope and loss — and the mystery of COVID-19

Audrey and Kelsey Ellis, twins born exactly 10 minutes apart, always made sure to spend their birthday together. Last year, on their 29th birthday, the celebration would be overwhelmed by illness.
by Dustin Jones

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Sanders: Americans care more about $1,400 checks from aid plan than lack of GOP votes

Sanders: Americans care more about $1,400 checks from aid plan than lack of GOP votes

Sen. Bernie Sanders, who helped shepherd the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan through Congress, says the package is "the most consequential piece of legislation for working families" in decades.
by Scott Simon

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March 13 update on COVID-19 in MN: 'Normalcy' finally within reach?

March 13 update on COVID-19 in MN: 'Normalcy' finally within reach?

If you’re a Minnesotan waiting for a COVID-19 vaccine shot and hoping for a return to pre-pandemic life, this was a pretty good week. Restrictions are easing. The vaccination pace is up and officials expect it will only accelerate.
by MPR News Staff

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IRS says new round of COVID relief payments on the way

IRS says new round of COVID relief payments on the way

Along with daylight saving time, this weekend could bring Americans fatter bank balances. Officials at the Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service say processing the new round of stimulus payments has already begun.
by The Associated Press

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Coronavirus FAQs: Can I drink between vaccine doses? What is 'vaccine efficacy'?

Coronavirus FAQs: Can I drink between vaccine doses? What is 'vaccine efficacy'?

People who've had dose one are wondering — “Can I have a few drinks before dose 2 or will that muck things up?” Also: Do you really understand the concept of "vaccine efficacy"? It's complicated!
by Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

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