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Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Signs of a possible peak; 11K pandemic deaths
Minnesota’s newest COVID-19 data remains muddled by post-holiday reporting lags, but Tuesday’s report offers reasons to be hopeful the surge in cases and hospitalizations may be ready to ebb. Deaths, however, continue to mount.
Costs for COVID-19 hospitalization are changing. Here's why
With vaccines proven to keep people out of the hospital, more and more insurance companies are requiring enrollees to share the cost of COVID-19 treatments. Vaccines and tests remain free, though.
Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Bad numbers accelerate as pandemic digs in
Minnesota continues to struggle with a massive COVID-19 surge that began in the Twin Cities metro area but is swamping much of the state now. The newest data shows more than 67,000 known, active cases, the highest point in the entire pandemic.
How a weather forecast can cut emissions and save companies money
Aviation and shipping companies are among the fastest growing emitters in the transportation sector. Even small tweaks to their routes can cut emissions and save money.
Rapid omicron spread closes Minn. schools on short notice
The swift onslaught of omicron cases is sending teachers and students home in Minnesota. The exponential rise in absences has forced many districts to pause in-person classes and implement a variety of distance-learning plans for much of the rest of January. 
Twin Cities tightening COVID bar, restaurant rules as cases climb
With the virus spreading rapidly, Minneapolis and St. Paul will soon require proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID test to enter places serving food and drink. Some worry the plan will spark new confrontations with patrons.
COVID-19 in MN: Active cases hit new high; Mpls., St. Paul tighten eatery regs
Minnesota continues to get whacked by a post-holiday COVID surge driven by the omicron mutation. Minneapolis and St. Paul will soon temporarily require either a proof of vaccine or recent negative COVID test for bar and restaurant customers.
Freeway fighter: A vision to replace I-35 in Duluth gains momentum
What started as one student's seemingly far-fetched idea to remove Interstate 35 from downtown Duluth is picking up momentum. The plan is part of a growing nationwide movement to convert freeways into urban boulevards.