In a first, small step toward reopening the country, the Trump administration issued new guidelines to make it easier for essential workers who have been exposed to COVID-19 to get back to work if they do not have symptoms of the coronavirus.
The order applies to Minnesota even though the state has been under a stay-at-home order and North Dakota has not.
This week in Minnesota sports history: In the 651st game in franchise history, the Wolves clinched their first playoff berth. It was the start of eight consecutive playoff appearances, but success didn't stick.
The 2020 NHL draft was scheduled for June 26-27 in Montreal, but it was postponed because of ongoing uncertainty. The location, timing and format of the draft (and draft lottery) have yet to be announced.
Speed is of the essence if a federal relief program for small businesses is going to be effective in combating the damage wrought by the coronavirus lockdowns.
They could soon become a bigger part of the plan in Minnesota.
Spring is prime football recruiting season. But in response to the coronavirus pandemic, "everything has slowed way down," Farmington junior running back Zac Janz said.
Parks, trails, open spaces, dog parks and athletic fields will remain open, the city said.
As important as any moves Rick Spielman might make this year during the NFL draft is how coordinated the front office staff will be in making group decisions.
Gov. Tim Walz extended the state's stay-at-home order that keeps courses closed but modified it to allow turf maintenance during a crucial time in the growing season.
Families participate in Passover rituals during a stay at home order in Minnesota.
This one uses a skin-deep shot instead of the usual deeper jab.
Lower income Black communities are being hit extremely hard by COVID-19. The spread of the virus, coupled with inadequate access to health care, urban density, and high use of public transportation, puts our community at high risk said Nekima Levy Armstrong. Volunteers handed out masks and gloves to community members Wednesday April 8, 2020 in Minneapolis, MN.
President Donald Trump and Joe Biden have already drawn clear battle lines for the campaign.
The single-use masks can now be used up to six times as the nationwide shortage continues.
If voters are upset, they should vote out GOP lawmakers or Gov. Evers.
Tenants rights advocates held a virtual zoom news conference followed by a demonstration around U.S. Bank Plaza in Minneapolis, with protester in cars and plastered with signs. They are demanding legislation action to protect renters and mortgage holders during the pandemic.
Here's what you need to know about the changes in the order, Walz's most sweeping executive action.
The district is aiming to make limited new investments.
In a tightly pooled press conference, Minn. Governor Walz provided an update on the state's next steps to respond to COVID-19. He was joined by Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm, Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Steve Grove, and Homeland Security and Emergency Management Director Joe Kelly and other state officials.
In a tightly pooled press conference, Minn. Governor Walz provided an update on the state's next steps to respond to COVID-19. He was joined by Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm, Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Steve Grove, and Homeland Security and Emergency Management Director Joe Kelly and other state officials.
Even the experts don't know what they're talking about regarding solutions and protocols to follow. So who do we turn to?
Discerning what's fair amid a pandemic.
Suburban life is the opposite of benign as we become enslaved to our cars, costing time, money.
A more cohesive approach to stay-home orders would help.