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Trump wins North Carolina; speaks publicly for the first time since Biden's victory

Trump wins North Carolina; speaks publicly for the first time since Biden's victory

President Donald Trump has won North Carolina and its 15 electoral votes, staving off a hard-fought challenge by Democratic nominee Joe Biden and holding the battleground state for Republicans. The president is expected to give an update on the pandemic Friday afternoon, speaking for the first time since Joe Biden became president-elect.
by The Associated Press and NPR Staff

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The pandemic this week: 8 things to know about the surge

The pandemic this week: 8 things to know about the surge

With record cases and hospitalizations and newly rising deaths, experts wonder, will this surge ever slow down? Find out where the virus is hitting hardest and what is being done to stop it.
by Will Stone

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Overwhelmed by cases, health departments struggle to trace virus' spread

Overwhelmed by cases, health departments struggle to trace virus' spread

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, testing and tracing have been two key parts of the state's strategy for slowing the spread of the virus. Now, more people are getting tested than ever before. But as COVID-19 cases surge, the contact tracing side of that equation is getting overwhelmed.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota Hindus light up the dark days of COVID-19 with Diwali celebrations at home

Minnesota Hindus light up the dark days of COVID-19 with Diwali celebrations at home

The COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed the way people connect. This Diwali, Hindus in Minnesota are experimenting with technology to connect with their community and their traditions. The community’s hope: to keep the light shining in dark times.

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Vaccine could unlock trillions in spending, leading to 'Biden boom'

Vaccine could unlock trillions in spending, leading to 'Biden boom'

Pent-up demand from households that have been cooped up over the last eight months could drive a spending boom in the spring, providing a big boost to the economy.
by Scott Horsley

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Nov. 13 update on COVID-19 in MN: Cases, deaths climb; Walz signals more curbs coming

Nov. 13 update on COVID-19 in MN: Cases, deaths climb; Walz signals more curbs coming

Gov. Tim Walz indicated more restrictions on daily life may be needed as the pandemic continues to rage in Minnesota, with the worst still to come. “I think more changes will probably have to happen,” he said Friday.
by MPR News Staff

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COVID-19 crashes Minnesota wedding plans

COVID-19 crashes Minnesota wedding plans

As COVID-19 cases in Minnesota have climbed, Gov. Tim Walz has put into place new restrictions on large gatherings, including weddings. For Minnesotans who’ve been planning weddings, or who work in the industry, it’s one more change in an already tumultuous year.
by Peter Cox

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'You can see the regret': ICU nurse on patients who failed to take COVID precautions

'You can see the regret': ICU nurse on patients who failed to take COVID precautions

Lydia Mobley is a traveling ICU nurse who is currently working at a hospital in central Michigan. She describes how hard it's been treating patients during the current surge in coronavirus cases.
by Audie Cornish

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How to holiday: A guide to navigating Thanksgiving and COVID-19

How to holiday: A guide to navigating Thanksgiving and COVID-19

Minnesota is seeing its worst COVID-19 numbers since the start of the pandemic — just in time for the winter holiday season. As the state clamps down on large gatherings and social settings, many Minnesotans are wondering where that leaves their holiday traditions. 
by John Enger

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