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Author Lawrence Wright on new novel, 'The End of October'

Author Lawrence Wright on new novel, 'The End of October'

In his latest book, author Lawrence Wright tells a fictional tale about a virus that sweeps around the world and the miscalculations that gave it a head start. We talk with the author about the novel and about literature in the time of the current pandemic.
by Kerri Miller and Breann Schossow

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Photos: Life in a ‘new normal’ of COVID-19

Photos: Life in a ‘new normal’ of COVID-19

Social distancing, face masks, takeout and video chat have started to feel like an ever-evolving "new normal" more than a month into Minnesota's stay-at-home order. Here is a look at how all of our lives have changed since March 27.
by Christine T. Nguyen, Evan Frost, Angela Jimenez and MPR News Staff

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Judge: Sherburne Co. ICE detainees should stay in jail

Judge: Sherburne Co. ICE detainees should stay in jail

A federal judge has recommended the denial of a petition for release by several dozen ICE detainees held in the Sherburne County Jail. 
by Brandt Williams

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COVID-19 tests that are supposed to be free can ring up surprising charges

A graduate student in West Virginia was concerned she had come down with COVID-19. But she couldn't get tested for it until her doctor ruled out other things, a process that cost a bundle.
by Carmen Heredia Rodriguez

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April 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: 319 deaths; Walz unveils next steps Thursday

April 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: 319 deaths; Walz unveils next steps Thursday

Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday will announce his next steps to restart parts of the economy while continuing to manage the spread of COVID-19. With his stay-at-home order set to expire Monday, officials say expect Walz to renew his call for people to stay close to home.
by MPR News Staff

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Poll: Half of Americans financially affected by coronavirus

Poll: Half of Americans financially affected by coronavirus

An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds 50 percent say they or someone in their household has lost hours or a job due to the pandemic. They also say their governors are doing a better job it than Trump.
by Domenico Montanaro

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Will long-term care facilities benefit from expanded testing?

Will long-term care facilities benefit from expanded testing?

As testing for the coronavirus expands, some question whether the extra capacity could help people living in long-term care facilities. 
by Peter Cox

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