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End of federal $600 unemployment benefit leaves Minnesotans anxious

End of federal $600 unemployment benefit leaves Minnesotans anxious

Tens of thousands of Minnesotans who have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic have relied on an extra $600 weekly unemployment payment from the federal government to make ends meet. But that extra cash benefit expires Friday.
by Dan Kraker

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Overwhelmed, stressed, scared: School nurses brace for the fall semester

Overwhelmed, stressed, scared: School nurses brace for the fall semester

As districts plan for a new school year in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, nurses are tasked with keeping students and staff healthy. Many want a stronger voice in decisions.
by Clare Lombardo

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Minnesota AG sues rodeo owner for violating COVID-19 order

Minnesota AG sues rodeo owner for violating COVID-19 order

Attorney General Keith Ellison’s action came after the state Department of Health announced Friday that one spectator at the North Star Stampede Rodeo July 25-27 in Effie has tested positive for COVID-19.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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For Minnesotans, Walz’s school plan brings more questions than answers

For Minnesotans, Walz’s school plan brings more questions than answers

With little more than guidance from the state government for how to handle the upcoming school year, many Minnesotans remain in limbo for how their lives will look in a month. 
by Cody Nelson, Kerri Miller and Angela Davis

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Minnesotans react after state releases fall guidance for schools

Minnesotans react after state releases fall guidance for schools

The Walz administration released its plan for how students, teachers and staff should return this fall. We spoke with Minnesota superintendents, principals — and listeners — about what to expect and how they’re feeling about the decision.
by Kerri Miller and MPR News Staff

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Fauci optimistic COVID-19 vaccine will be widely available

Fauci optimistic COVID-19 vaccine will be widely available

Once a coronavirus vaccine is approved as safe and effective, Americans should have widespread access within a reasonable time, Dr. Anthony Fauci assured lawmakers Friday.
by The Associated Press

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What's next for Minnesota schools?

What's next for Minnesota schools?

Many Minnesota school districts have yet to make a decision about how students will go back to school in a COVID-19 world. MPR News host Angela Davis continues a three-hour special unpacking the state’s guidelines.
by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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AP source: Cards-Brewers game off after St Louis positives

AP source: Cards-Brewers game off after St Louis positives

Friday's game between St. Louis and Milwaukee has been postponed after multiple Cardinals employees tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
by The Associated Press

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