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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.

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Minn. health plans say they will cover costs of COVID-19 tests

Minn. health plans say they will cover costs of COVID-19 tests

People concerned that they may have contracted the coronavirus may not have to worry about paying much, if anything, for tests. But they may see bills for office visit and other costs, depending on their insurer and plan.
by Martin Moylan

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March Madness: NCAA Tournaments canceled due to coronavirus

March Madness: NCAA Tournaments canceled due to coronavirus

The NCAA has canceled its men's and women's basketball tournaments because of the spread of coronavirus, putting an abrupt end to the season less than a month before champions were to be crowned.
by The Associated Press

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NHL suspends season amid coronavirus concerns

NHL suspends season amid coronavirus concerns

NHL officials said they will “pause” the season starting with Thursday’s night’s games given the ongoing concerns about the spread of coronavirus, adding they hope to “resume play” when appropriate. The Minnesota Wild said it supported the move.
by MPR News Staff

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MN health: 9 COVID-19 cases now; no plans to close schools

MN health: 9 COVID-19 cases now; no plans to close schools

New cases surfaced in Hennepin, Dakota and Stearns counties. State health officials say that at this point they are not recommending closing Minnesota K-12 schools, but they are bracing the public for more significant changes to daily life.
by Tim Nelson

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Walz proposes slim budget as coronavirus situation worsens

Walz proposes slim budget as coronavirus situation worsens

The DFL governor suggests leaving most of the state’s projected budget surplus unspent with the global economy shaken by COVID-19. He also urged lawmakers to finish their work soon.
by Tim Pugmire and Brian Bakst

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MN health, elder care operations curb visitors in COVID-19 response

MN health, elder care operations curb visitors in COVID-19 response

On Thursday, CentraCare, which operates eight hospitals and 11 senior housing facilities in central Minnesota, announced a ban on visitors to its facilities as it tries to protect its clients from the spread of coronavirus. Other Minnesota facilities also announced restrictions.
by Peter Cox and Kirsti Marohn

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