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.

April 14 update on COVID-19 in MN: 79 dead; job losses falling hard on people of color
Updating reporters on efforts to ease the virus’ medical and economic damage, Gov. Tim Walz and other state leaders on Tuesday acknowledged the economic fallout from COVID-19 appeared to be falling disproportionately on people of color and on women.
Who will advise Trump on reopening the U.S.? White House to set new pandemic council
President Trump said he would announce on Tuesday who would help him decided when to ease up on social distancing guidelines meant to mitigate the public health impact of coronavirus. Watch Tuesday’s White House coronavirus task force briefing live around 4 p.m.
What we know about the silent spreaders of COVID-19
Some cases of the novel coronavirus are asymptomatic, presymptomatic or mildly symptomatic. Scientists are trying to determine their role in transmission of the disease.
Indie booksellers turn virtual in response to pandemic
Many small bookstores are being nimble during the pandemic as they try to serve customers, even as they try to keep their heads above water.
How long does it take to recover from COVID-19?
If you have COVID-19 or suspect you do, here's what doctors say about what to expect and when you can stop isolating.
A pound of flour to go? Restaurants are selling groceries now
Some restaurants are adding toilet paper, fresh vegetables and other staples to their menus. They rely on different supply chains than grocery stores, so there's still plenty of yeast to be had.