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.

Minnesota coronavirus survivor stories
More than 180,000 Minnesotans have tested positive for COVID-19 since the pandemic began. Some have had mild symptoms, others much worse. We heard their stories. Plus, a doctor joined the program and answered your questions. 
More Minnesota schools halt in-person classes as COVID-19 cases rise
Schools across the state are beginning to suspend in-person learning as COVID-19 case rates rise. Duluth, Bloomington and Hopkins public schools have announced plans to transition their students to distance learning. 
Rock the Garden 2021 canceled
Organizers say they determined they could not do the event in its current form in a way that would guarantee the safety of community members and artists.
What you need to know about Minnesota's new limits on bars, restaurants, gatherings
It has been a difficult few weeks in Minnesota, as COVID-19 continues its rampant spread across the state, leaving record-smashing case numbers and a devastating toll of hospitalizations and deaths. Gov. Tim Walz announced an effort Tuesday to tamp down the spread, as he imposed new statewide restrictions on bars, restaurants and social gatherings.
Nov. 11 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record 56 deaths; hospitalizations climbing
Wednesday’s awful number puts Minnesota’s seven-day trend above 30 deaths a day for the first time in the pandemic. The record comes a day after Walz unveiled new restrictions on bars, restaurants and big events to try and stem the disease’s spread.
Asst. health commissioner: ‘We want everyone in the state to get tested’
The number of places where Minnesotans can get COVID-19 tests is growing — and taken together, the range of options can be dizzying. So how do you pick which COVID-19 test to get?