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Thinking of heading to a cabin to wait out the coronavirus? Here are a few things to consider

Thinking of heading to a cabin to wait out the coronavirus? Here are a few things to consider

With the state under a two-week stay-at-home order starting at midnight Friday, people with the option might be thinking of packing up and heading out of town for the next few weeks. But state officials ask that you consider that decision carefully.
by Kirsti Marohn

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From Louis Erdrich to Kurt Vonnegut, a reading list for social distancing

From Louis Erdrich to Kurt Vonnegut, a reading list for social distancing

In a time of change and turmoil, many listeners are turning to books for entertainment and comfort. Listeners and book experts nominated their favorites during a recent conversation on MPR News with Kerri Miller.
by Breann Schossow

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States and stores are banning reusable bags during COVID-19 pandemic. Is it safe to use them?

States and stores are banning reusable bags during COVID-19 pandemic. Is it safe to use them?

The governors of Massachusetts and New Hampshire have temporarily ordered the use of disposable bags in stores around their states as a way to tamp down the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. And grocery stores around the country, including some in Minnesota, are putting restrictions on them. But are the fears warranted?
by Dan Kraker

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4 dead aboard cruise ship with COVID-19 cases

4 dead aboard cruise ship with COVID-19 cases

More than 140 others are sick aboard a cruise ship holding off the coast of Panama. The cruise line Holland America wants to move the ill coronavirus patients to the United States.
by Greg Allen

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Musicians move their shows online, but it's not a living

Musicians move their shows online, but it's not a living

In the days since Minnesota bars and concert halls and other performance venues were ordered to close, many artists have moved their shows online. They offer livestreamed house concerts, pop-up performances and other opportunities for people to enjoy their talent via the internet.
by Marianne Combs

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The ethics of how we respond to the spread of the new coronavirus

The ethics of how we respond to the spread of the new coronavirus

The uptick of COVID-19 cases isn’t just challenging our economy and our health systems. It’s also requiring medical workers, government officials and our communities to make difficult choices. We look at the ethical questions raised by the spread of coronavirus.
by Kerri Miller and Breann Schossow

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