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Reports suggest many have had coronavirus with no symptoms

Reports suggest many have had coronavirus with no symptoms

New research suggests that far more people have had the coronavirus without any symptoms, fueling hope that it will turn out to be much less lethal than originally feared. While that's good news, it also means it's impossible to know who around you may be contagious. That complicates decisions about returning to work, school and normal life.
by The Associated Press

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April 20 update on COVID-19 in MN: 143 dead; Walz cites good talk with Trump

April 20 update on COVID-19 in MN: 143 dead; Walz cites good talk with Trump

Gov. Tim Walz fielded a wide range of COVID-19 questions Monday, from virus testing to food safety to a weekend talk with President Trump. His comments came hours after JBS, Worthington’s largest employer, said the virus is forcing it to temporarily shut its massive hog processing plant.
by MPR News Staff

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Small businesses race to get financial help amid pandemic — but will it be enough to survive?

Small businesses race to get financial help amid pandemic — but will it be enough to survive?

Small businesses across Minnesota have been approved for $9 billion dollars in paycheck protection plan loans. Now, they’re trying to figure out how they can best use the money to try to survive the COVID-19 crisis.
by Martin Moylan

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White House defends testing capacity as governors ask for more

White House defends testing capacity as governors ask for more

At a briefing of his task force Sunday, President Trump said his administration would have a call with governors and the Federal Emergency Management Agency on Monday to discuss how to increase coronavirus testing capacity in states.
by James Doubek

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Evolving coronavirus aid package offers billions for hospitals, testing

Evolving coronavirus aid package offers billions for hospitals, testing

The Trump administration and Congress are nearing an agreement as early as Sunday on an aid package of up to $450 billion to boost a small-business loan program that has run out of money and add funds for hospitals and COVID-19 testing.
by The Associated Press

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April 19 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death toll rises to 134

April 19 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death toll rises to 134

Minnesota health officials announced Sunday that 13 more people in the state have died from COVID-19, bringing the statewide death toll to 134. Meanwhile, 143 new confirmed cases were reported Sunday — the third consecutive day with at least 140 new cases.
by MPR News Staff

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