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Frey to run for another term as Minneapolis mayor
After a tumultuous 2020, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey Thursday launched a 2021 reelection effort.
Jan. 21 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death toll tops 6K; no post-holiday case surge
Minnesota appears to have dodged a major post-holiday spike in COVID-19 cases that officials had feared was coming, the state’s health commissioner said Thursday. The death toll, however, continues to climb.
Jan. 20 update on COVID-19 in MN: Active caseload lowest since mid-October
While the January numbers continue to look encouraging, public health leaders caution another COVID-19 wave is likely. They are also pleading with an increasingly frustrated public for patience with the vaccination rollout.
Prosecutors seek to try officers accused of killing Floyd together in summer
State prosecutors are enlisting the help of a prominent Minnesota epidemiologist as they seek to recombine the trials of four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the killing of George Floyd and delay the proceedings until summer.
Everything you need to know about getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Minnesota
As Minnesota’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues, the state has announced the next two priority groups can start getting vaccinated. While more options are available for finding a vaccine, the state is warning that the number of doses available will continue to be limited. Here’s what you need to know.
Jan. 19 update on COVID-19 in MN: 6 deaths; new cases below 1K
The January path remains encouraging following an awful November and December, but public health leaders still caution that another COVID-19 wave is likely.
Jan. 18 update on COVID-19 in MN: New pilot vaccination program expands those eligible for limited supply
Minnesota is launching a new pilot program to expedite COVID-19 vaccinations of Minnesotans age 65 and older at community vaccination sites across the state. The program also includes plans to distribute a share of the limited vaccines for child care and school staff.