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First 2 deaths in Wisconsin from COVID-19; cases soar

First 2 deaths in Wisconsin from COVID-19; cases soar

The news came as the number of confirmed cases continued to grow and the outbreak reached inside a state prison for the first time. Gov. Tony Evers said the dead were two men, one in his 50s.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota’s local officials try to balance public health and open government

Minnesota’s local officials try to balance public health and open government

Dozens of cities and counties across the state have declared emergencies to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. But some worry the measures make it easier for governments to close off access after the crisis ends.
by Brandt Williams

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Supermarkets add 'senior hours' for vulnerable shoppers

Supermarkets add 'senior hours' for vulnerable shoppers

Target, Safeway and others are restricting their opening hours, limiting purchases per each shopper and setting off time for seniors and other high-risk individuals to shop.
by Alina Selyukh

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Finding a silver lining: How Minnesotans are helping each other during a pandemic

Finding a silver lining: How Minnesotans are helping each other during a pandemic

Lots of people want to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic, but how can they do it safely? Two executive directors in the volunteerism field share their advice on giving back during the pandemic.
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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Parents balance home-schooling with work during health emergency

Parents balance home-schooling with work during health emergency

With the closure of K-12 schools across the state because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many parents have suddenly found themselves in charge of their children’s education. We share some advice for how to approach this challenge.
by Jim Bickal and Angela Davis

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