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As COVID-19 takes dire turn, Minn. lawmakers avoid clash

As COVID-19 takes dire turn, Minn. lawmakers avoid clash

The Legislature convened and adjourned a special session without taking a vote to reel back Gov. Tim Walz’s executive powers. It followed news of another record day of COVID-19 infections.
by Brian Bakst and Tim Pugmire

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Fever, symptom screening misses many coronavirus cases

Fever, symptom screening misses many coronavirus cases

New research confirms that temperature and symptom checks miss many coronavirus infections. The work has implications for colleges, prisons, meatpacking plants and and other places that rely on symptom screening. Doctors say more COVID-19 testing is needed, especially in younger people who often don't develop symptoms.
by The Associated Press

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Virus surge: Schools abandon classes, states retreat

Virus surge: Schools abandon classes, states retreat

School systems in Detroit, Indianapolis, Philadelphia and suburban Minneapolis are giving up on in-person classes, and some governors, including Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, are reimposing restrictions on bars and restaurants or getting more serious about masks.
by The Associated Press

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Can local music venues keep on rocking through the pandemic?

Can local music venues keep on rocking through the pandemic?

Across the country, music venues are closing, shuttered due to the financial pressures and social distancing requirements of the pandemic. So what’s next for Minnesota’s local music venues — including the iconic First Avenue? How have they pivoted to endure the pandemic? Guest host and MPR News reporter Brandt Williams talks with two guests with insight into the industry.
by Brandt Williams and Katie Moritz

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Michael Osterholm speaks at St. Olaf College on facing winter of 'COVID hell'

Michael Osterholm speaks at St. Olaf College on facing winter of 'COVID hell'

Michael Osterholm, director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, took questions from staff, students and alumni of St. Olaf College during a virtual event on Tuesday.
by MPR News Staff

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Mike Osterholm speaks at St. Olaf College on facing winter of 'COVID hell'

Mike Osterholm speaks at St. Olaf College on facing winter of 'COVID hell'

Mike Osterholm, director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, took questions from staff, students and alumni of St. Olaf College during a virtual event on Tuesday.
by MPR News Staff

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Virus surge engulfs U.S. with millions of new cases

Virus surge engulfs U.S. with millions of new cases

Across the U.S., over 10.3 million cases have been recorded. Cases per day are now on the rise in 49 states, and deaths per day are climbing in 39.
by The Associated Press

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Is it safe yet to fly during the pandemic?

Is it safe yet to fly during the pandemic?

Public health experts say staying home is best to keep yourself and others safe from infection. But if you're thinking about flying for the holidays, you should know what to expect. Flights are getting more crowded and more airlines plan to stop blocking seats to accommodate the growing number of people taking to the skies again.
by The Associated Press

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