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Former Medicare director on new podcast: We need '50% Winston Churchill, 50% Fred Rogers'

Andy Slavitt, who led the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services during the Obama administration, recently launched a podcast about the COVID-19 pandemic called “In the Bubble.”
by Cathy Wurzer

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Minnesota nurse checks in after first week in New York City

Tens of thousands of health workers have answered New York’s call for help as the city’s hospitals are increasingly overwhelmed, with medical staff falling sick. Elizabeth Shafer, of South St. Paul, is one of the many nurses who put their lives on hold to offer a hand.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Wisconsin moves forward with election despite virus concerns

Wisconsin moves forward with election despite virus concerns

Voters in Wisconsin are likely to face a choice Tuesday of participating in a presidential primary election or heeding warnings from public health officials to stay away from large crowds during the coronavirus pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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Tiger at NYC's Bronx Zoo tests positive for coronavirus

Tiger at NYC's Bronx Zoo tests positive for coronavirus

The 4-year-old Malayan tiger named Nadia — and six other tigers and lions that have also fallen ill — are believed to have been infected by a zoo employee who wasn't yet showing symptoms, the zoo said.
by The Associated Press

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April 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: 30 dead, 57 in ICU, Walz eyes extending restrictions

April 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: 30 dead, 57 in ICU, Walz eyes extending restrictions

As the count of cases, hospitalizations and deaths rose, Gov. Tim Walz said Monday afternoon that he's assessing his two-week stay-at-home order “sector-by-sector,” but he strongly indicated some restrictions will stay in place past Friday.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota bracing for possible budget deficit because of COVID-19

Minnesota bracing for possible budget deficit because of COVID-19

A simulation comparing now to the prior recession shows concern of a multi-billion dollar tax drop. The state’s finance agency plans to accelerate the next economic forecast to judge how bad things are and to free up use of reserves.
by Brian Bakst

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Is it safe — and ethical — to send your child to day care?

Is it safe — and ethical — to send your child to day care?

Parents of Minnesota’s littlest learners are facing a dilemma: Do they continue sending their kids to child care during the COVID-19 pandemic? Minnesota’s stay-at-home order does not prohibit families from taking their kids to day care, but officials note that the goal is to keep providers open specifically for the children of emergency workers.
by Riham Feshir

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Minn. nonprofits serving people with disabilities hustle to stay connected

Minn. nonprofits serving people with disabilities hustle to stay connected

Arts organizations that offer day programs to keep their clients with disabilities engaged have had to shutter their physical classrooms and spaces. But they’re working to find creative ways to reach out to their clients while fighting to keep their businesses alive.
by Marianne Combs

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