COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

The latest news, resources, guides and tips to help you stay up to date on the coronavirus pandemic.

What 1919 teaches us about pent-up demand
A hundred years ago, a world war and a pandemic wreaked havoc on baseball and other industries. But pent-up demand helped them come roaring back.
Jan. 12 update on COVID-19 in MN: Feds urge expanded vaccination; officials ask where's the vaccine
Minnesota officials reacted with caution Tuesday to the federal government’s call for states to expand the pool of people who should get priority for COVID-19 vaccinations, saying the feds weren’t yet backing up those calls with more vaccine deliveries.
As Minn. rolls through first round of vaccinations, some providers worry about being left out
Minnesota is inching toward the last phase of its initial COVID-19 vaccinations. But some providers, like residential substance abuse treatment centers and mental health providers, say they’re still in the dark about when and where their staff will get the vaccine.
Humankind documentary about compassionate care provided by nurses
During this coronavirus pandemic, health care providers have been called on to do heroic duty for long hours, day after day and month after month. This hour, you'll hear a Humankind documentary, “Compassionate Nurses,” about the skill and compassion involved in being a nurse — even in the best of times.
2 gorillas in California contract the coronavirus
Gorillas at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park developed a cough last week. The apes were tested and found to have the virus. It may have come through a human staffer, despite precautions.
State Sen. Michelle Benson on vaccine rollout
The state passed a milestone last week, with more than 100,000 Minnesotans having received their first dose. But some say the process is not going quickly enough.
Minnesota's businesses reopen, again
On Monday, food, drink and entertainment venues were allowed to reopen with restrictions — again. How are business owners and employees feeling about the shifting of the rules? Plus, we look at the latest economic news with MPR News senior economic contributor Chris Farrell.
Oxygen, iPads and PPE: St. Cloud doctor treating COVID-19 patients recalls year of change
Central Minnesota, like much of the state, has edged close to crisis several times since the COVID-19 pandemic began, with hospital beds at a premium. Now, the pressure is beginning to ease, though health officials warn the state could swing quickly back into crisis.