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December 3, 2020 10:52 AM

Smartphone data: Many Americans ignored Thanksgiving travel warnings from the CDC

NPR analyzed data by SafeGraph to determine the percentage of people who stayed at their "home" location for Thanksgiving as well as the percentage who traveled 31 miles or more.

by Ruth Talbot and Jess Eng

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December 3, 2020 7:06 AM

Obama, Bush, Clinton say they're willing to get coronavirus vaccine on camera

The former presidents' comments come as polls show many Americans would be hesitant to receive a vaccine once one becomes available.

by Jaclyn Diaz

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December 3, 2020 6:34 AM

Climate change is sickening people and leading to premature death, scientists warn

Heat waves, air pollution and extreme weather are making people sick and, increasingly, killing people. A key report by global physicians says fossil fuels are to blame.

by Rebecca Hersher

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December 3, 2020 6:16 AM

Top Democrats back off demands for larger COVID-19 bill

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are breaking from their demand for more than $2 trillion in coronavirus relief spending to move toward a compromise.

by Kelsey Snell

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December 3, 2020 5:00 AM

Think your health care costs are covered? Beware the 'junk' insurance plan

Whether you're looking for coverage online or through a broker, be sure to note the difference between a comprehensive health plan and a "junk" plan with limited benefits and coverage restrictions.

by Michelle Andrews

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December 3, 2020 5:00 AM

Dec. 3 update Latest on COVID-19 in MN: 92 more deaths add to grim 7-day toll

About 1 in 3 recent Minnesota deaths are tied to COVID-19. The latest numbers come as officials brace for another expected wave of cases, hospitalizations and deaths in coming weeks originating from Thanksgiving gatherings.

by MPR News Staff

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December 3, 2020 4:58 AM

U.S. hits 100,000 COVID-19 hospitalizations; more than 3,100 deaths

Data from the COVID Tracking Project show 100,226 people were hospitalized Wednesday, while Johns Hopkins reports 3,157 deaths — a new one-day record.

by Jaclyn Diaz

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December 3, 2020 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Pandemic portraits in Winona

Plus a new jazz album from the High School for Recording Arts and jewelry by St. Paul artisan Peter Mielech.

by Emily Bright

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December 2, 2020 5:16 PM

Grounded: Emotional support animals no longer guaranteed free flights

The Department of Transportation won't require airlines to accommodate animals other than legitimate service dogs. The decision comes after reports of fraudulent service animal claims.

by Dustin Jones