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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.

How to be alone, but not lonely, despite the coronavirus

How to be alone, but not lonely, despite the coronavirus

As "social distancing" becomes common practice because of the new coronavirus, people are finding ways to stay connected and fight isolation.
by Sarah McCammon

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'Every step you take is prayer': As coronavirus spreads, women lead virtual dance for healing

'Every step you take is prayer': As coronavirus spreads, women lead virtual dance for healing

As the world continues to grapple with the rapid spread of COVID-19, a group of Indigenous women gathered over the weekend — separately — to dance for healing. The dance they shared has its roots in another global pandemic, a century ago.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota hospitals plan for 'stages' of COVID-19 patients, warn of a possible surge

Minnesota hospitals plan for 'stages' of COVID-19 patients, warn of a possible surge

The state's hospital systems are preparing for what they know will be a difficult test from the novel coronavirus. Hospital leaders say they anticipate a lot of need, but are worried about a surge in COVID-19 patients that could tax the equipment they need to do their jobs safely.
by Peter Cox

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Myth-busting: You won’t get COVID-19 from your tap water

Myth-busting: You won’t get COVID-19 from your tap water

As concern grows over the spread of COVID-19, many people across Minnesota and the U.S. have been stocking up on items like food, cleaning supplies and bottled water. But why water? We asked some experts about water and COVID-19, and here’s what we learned.
by Kirsti Marohn

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MLB delays opening day to mid-May at earliest due to virus

MLB delays opening day to mid-May at earliest due to virus

Major League Baseball has pushed back opening day until mid-May at the earliest because of the coronavirus. The move came Monday after the federal government recommended restricting events of more than 50 people for the next eight weeks.
by The Associated Press

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Workers affected by coronavirus can apply for unemployment

Workers affected by coronavirus can apply for unemployment

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is encouraging people who’ve lost work because of the novel coronavirus to apply for unemployment benefits promptly.
by Martin Moylan

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