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MN nursing home residents and their families deal with restrictions

MN nursing home residents and their families deal with restrictions

Across Minnesota, nursing homes have closed their doors to visitors in all but the most dire circumstances — to keep the coronavirus away from those most in danger of dying from the respiratory illness.
by Peter Cox

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Wisconsin pushes forward with April 7 primary despite coronavirus

Wisconsin pushes forward with April 7 primary despite coronavirus

Many other states have delayed elections but Wisconsin leaders are sticking with the date. In part, it's because local and state offices are also on the ballot.
by Maayan Silver

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U.S. Olympics officials say 2020 Games should be postponed because of coronavirus

U.S. Olympics officials say 2020 Games should be postponed because of coronavirus

The top leaders of the U.S. organization say postponement from the planned July 24 opening is best, and international officials should ensure that conditions are safe and fair for all competitors.
by Russell Lewis, Barbara Campbell and Merrit Kennedy

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How Minnesotans are faring as the pandemic rocks our economy

How Minnesotans are faring as the pandemic rocks our economy

With so many businesses temporarily closing and sending workers home, many people are worried about money, finances and a recession. MPR’s senior economics contributor Chris Farrell joins Angela to talk about the economy.
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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Travelers from Minnesota still trying to get home after countries impose COVID-19 limits

Travelers from Minnesota still trying to get home after countries impose COVID-19 limits

As of Friday, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities reported nearly 1,000 students had already returned from their study abroad programs, but 239 were still overseas. By Tuesday, the number of students still abroad was down to 18.
by Nina Moini

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