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COVID-19 awareness campaign targets northern Minnesota county
It took months for COVID-19 to gain a foothold in Roseau County, on Minnesota's northern border. But now the virus is spreading rapidly and this week county officials are starting a comprehensive public campaign to convince residents to take the threat seriously.
President-elect Biden to begin formal transition process after agency OK
President Donald Trump, who still hasn't conceded, says he's "recommending" the GSA begin "initial protocols" to kick-start the transfer of power. The GSA chief says her decision was reached independently.
A revamped Strategic National Stockpile still can't match the pandemic's latest surge
The Strategic National Stockpile stores critical supplies. It fell short when the pandemic first hit. Now, a new effort is being implemented, but it's still not providing what the U.S. needs.
Michigan certifies Joe Biden's election victory
The Michigan Board of State Canvassers on Monday voted to certify the state's election results, after weeks of attempts by President Donald Trump, the outgoing Republican nominee, to overturn his opponent's victory.
Biden picks Janet Yellen to be Treasury Secretary in historic appointment
President-elect Joe Biden plans to nominate former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen to head the Treasury Department, a source close to the transition told NPR on Monday, marking the first time a woman would head the powerful agency.