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In Michigan, undocumented immigrants form learning pod so they won't lose their jobs

In Michigan, undocumented immigrants form learning pod so they won't lose their jobs

For the past six weeks, 24 students have been doing their virtual classwork in a learning pod at a Michigan church. Their parents feared losing their jobs if they stayed home to help their children navigate virtual schooling.
by Michelle Jokisch Polo

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Minnesota GOP senators had COVID, but GOP caucus didn’t tell DFLers

Minnesota GOP senators had COVID, but GOP caucus didn’t tell DFLers

Senate DFL leader Susan Kent called the lack of notification "outrageous and completely unacceptable." Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka fired back, saying no one was put at risk.
by Brian Bakst

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U.S. adds more than 184,000 coronavirus cases in one day

U.S. adds more than 184,000 coronavirus cases in one day

The U.S. added more than 184,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases on Friday, the fourth day in a row that the country has set a record for newly reported infections.
by Matthew S. Schwartz

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A college student is coming home. Should the whole family wear masks?

A college student is coming home. Should the whole family wear masks?

College students are preparing to travel home for Thanksgiving, but the coronavirus pandemic is making things complicated. Epidemiologists say there are things families can to do reduce the risk of infection.
by Elissa Nadworny and Yuki Noguchi

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North Dakota mandates masks, capacity limits as virus surges

North Dakota mandates masks, capacity limits as virus surges

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ordered a statewide mask mandate and imposed several business restrictions late Friday in an effort to contain the spread of the coronavirus that has stressed the state’s hospital capacity.
by The Associated Press

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Nov. 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record 8,703 new cases; 35 more deaths

Nov. 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record 8,703 new cases; 35 more deaths

Minnesota reported a record daily increase of 8,703 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, along with 35 more deaths in what’s been the state’s deadliest week of the pandemic. The spiking case count is a signal that hospitalizations and deaths will continue to climb.
by MPR News Staff

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Ways Minnesotans can help others during the holiday season

Ways Minnesotans can help others during the holiday season

COVID-19 cases are reaching new peaks in the state, and many Minnesotans are still unemployed. The pandemic is still affecting thousands of people. If you are looking for places to donate to, or are looking for help, here is a list of nonprofits and organizations working across the state.
by Darian Leddy

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A pandemic winter is a great time to start a new hobby

A pandemic winter is a great time to start a new hobby

Three people who have turned hobbies and crafts into careers joined host Angela Davis to talk about the benefits of indoor hobbies and how to get started if you want to try something new.
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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