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.

Coronavirus cases top 25 million globally as India emerges as a new epicenter
The milestone was reached on Sunday, fueled by a surge of more than 78,000 cases in India on Saturday. The spread of the virus in India has grown in recent weeks, with daily cases there now outpacing both the United States and Brazil.
Aug. 30 update on COVID-19 in MN: Number of cases climbs past 75,000
Minnesota health officials reported 934 more confirmed COVID-19 cases on Sunday — down from the previous day, but still among the highest single-day totals on record in the state.
Aug. 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: More than 1,000 new cases in the state
Minnesota health officials Saturday reported 1,032 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases — the second-highest daily increase on record and the second time in three days that the state’s new case count surpassed 1,000.
FDA removes top spokesperson after blood plasma blunder
Emily Miller was central in defending the FDA commissioner, Dr. Stephen Hahn, after he falsely said that blood plasma could lower the death rate from COVID-19 by more than a third.
Minnesota looks for additional $300 in weekly jobless aid
The money is available through a new federal program that replaced a larger assistance award, which expired in July.
How many coronavirus cases are happening in schools? This tracker keeps count
Alisha Morris, a Kansas theater teacher, created a database of COVID-19 cases in schools. Now maintained by the National Education Association, it shares data that some schools prefer to keep quiet.
More space, please: Home sales booming despite pandemic, recession
Despite high unemployment, a severe recession and economic uncertainty, the housing market is on a tear. Sales are booming and prices hit a record high. Low rates and remote work are driving factors.
Aug. 28 update on COVID-19 in MN: State increasing enforcement at bars, restaurants
State health officials announced that bars and restaurants across Minnesota will face increased scrutiny starting Friday over whether they're complying with COVID-19 guidelines. The state reported 862 new cases Friday, in keeping with the steady drumbeat of new cases all month.