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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.

A college student is coming home. Should the whole family wear masks?

A college student is coming home. Should the whole family wear masks?

College students are preparing to travel home for Thanksgiving, but the coronavirus pandemic is making things complicated. Epidemiologists say there are things families can to do reduce the risk of infection.
by Elissa Nadworny and Yuki Noguchi

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North Dakota mandates masks, capacity limits as virus surges

North Dakota mandates masks, capacity limits as virus surges

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ordered a statewide mask mandate and imposed several business restrictions late Friday in an effort to contain the spread of the coronavirus that has stressed the state’s hospital capacity.
by The Associated Press

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Nov. 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record 8,703 new cases; 35 more deaths

Nov. 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record 8,703 new cases; 35 more deaths

Minnesota reported a record daily increase of 8,703 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, along with 35 more deaths in what’s been the state’s deadliest week of the pandemic. The spiking case count is a signal that hospitalizations and deaths will continue to climb.
by MPR News Staff

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Ways Minnesotans can help others during the holiday season

Ways Minnesotans can help others during the holiday season

COVID-19 cases are reaching new peaks in the state, and many Minnesotans are still unemployed. The pandemic is still affecting thousands of people. If you are looking for places to donate to, or are looking for help, here is a list of nonprofits and organizations working across the state.
by Darian Leddy

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A pandemic winter is a great time to start a new hobby

A pandemic winter is a great time to start a new hobby

Three people who have turned hobbies and crafts into careers joined host Angela Davis to talk about the benefits of indoor hobbies and how to get started if you want to try something new.
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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Trump wins North Carolina; speaks publicly for the first time since Biden's victory

Trump wins North Carolina; speaks publicly for the first time since Biden's victory

President Donald Trump has won North Carolina and its 15 electoral votes, staving off a hard-fought challenge by Democratic nominee Joe Biden and holding the battleground state for Republicans. The president is expected to give an update on the pandemic Friday afternoon, speaking for the first time since Joe Biden became president-elect.
by The Associated Press and NPR Staff

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Overwhelmed by cases, health departments struggle to trace virus' spread

Overwhelmed by cases, health departments struggle to trace virus' spread

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, testing and tracing have been two key parts of the state's strategy for slowing the spread of the virus. Now, more people are getting tested than ever before. But as COVID-19 cases surge, the contact tracing side of that equation is getting overwhelmed.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota Hindus light up the dark days of COVID-19 with Diwali celebrations at home

Minnesota Hindus light up the dark days of COVID-19 with Diwali celebrations at home

The COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed the way people connect. This Diwali, Hindus in Minnesota are experimenting with technology to connect with their community and their traditions. The community’s hope: to keep the light shining in dark times.

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