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'I just can't do this.' Harried parents forgo home school
The frustration of parents is mounting as more families across the U.S. enter their second or even third week of total distance learning. And some say it will be their last.
Virus researchers cast doubt on theory of coronavirus lab accident
The Trump administration is investigating the theory that the virus leaked from a lab. Scientists who work with viruses say that's virtually impossible and point to transmission from an animal.
26 million jobs lost in just 5 weeks
The number of people forced out of work during the coronavirus lockdown keeps soaring. Last week, 4.4 million people filed for jobless benefits, boosting the total since last month to 26 million.
April 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: 200 dead; more firms to reopen; State Fair doubts
As many as 100,000 manufacturing, industrial and office workers could be back on the job as soon as Monday, but public school buildings will stay closed — and there is serious doubt about this year’s Minnesota State Fair. Those were the key takeaways Thursday from Gov. Tim Walz.
Minnesota's expanded testing plan: What you need to know
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced a statewide testing strategy Wednesday that he says is critical to reopening the state and protecting its most vulnerable.
Patients weigh seeking care for conditions other than COVID-19
Thousands of Minnesotans have delayed surgeries and procedures because of COVID-19’s toll on the hospital system. But health officials are reminding Minnesotans they shouldn’t feel afraid to seek medical care.
Community alliance reassembles to battle COVID-19 fallout in north Minneapolis
The pandemic poses different challenges than the devastating tornado that inspired the formation of the Northside Community Response Team in 2011. African American community leaders say the crisis has forced them to figure out new ways of keeping their community connected, safe and healthy.