Gov. Tim Walz today signed extended the COVID-19 peacetime emergency that gives the state flexibility in responding to rapidly-evolving issues stemming from COVID-19.
COVID-19 pandemic
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COVID-19 antigen tests are fast, easy and could help solve coronavirus
An antigen test for the coronavirus could be a huge help in expanding testing.
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MN DEED doing its part to help Communities of Color impacted by COVID-19
COVID-19 has impacted nearly everyone in Minnesota. But there has been a disparate impact on Minnesotans of color and Indigenous residents. Across state government, and within the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), we are working hard to address these disparities. The first step in addressing disparities is defining them. Since March 16, […]
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Gov. Walz announces plans for outdoor dining, limited occupancy salons
The governor also announced that salons and barbershops will be allowed to open June 1 at 25% occupancy to ensure the safety of both the employees and the customers inside.
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Media coverage of pandemic under close scrutiny
How the COVID-19 pandemic is reported is under scrutiny in light of the racial disparities that virus has exposed.
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Pandemic exposes deadly impact of disparities—now what?
Originally billed as a discussion on creating a post-COVID action plan, the NAACP weekly meetings mostly consisted of talking points rather than offering any concrete solutions.
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Detroit’s poor struggle to keep the water on amidst coronavirus crisis
When the coronavirus arrived, many of these households were simply unable to follow the oft-repeated directions to engage in regular hand washing.
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Healthcare industry bias portends trouble for Blacks during pandemic
‘Black people simply are not receiving the same quality of health care that their White counterparts are receiving.’
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One woman’s 21-day diary of how COVID 19 nearly destroyed her family
Ericka Gibson of Charlotte, NC shares her harrowing experience of contracting COVID-19.
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What you should know about testing for COVID-19 infections
There are presently three different testing options for the novel coronavirus.
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Twin Cities music scene rocked by closures but creativity abounds
It is a tragic reality that the artists, and businesses that both sustain and survive off of this vibrant legacy are bearing the tremendous weight of the COVID-19.
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Sidelined coaches crave that basketball fix
College coaches nationwide are dealing with a new normal.
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PHOTOS| I-35W Bridge, Mpls landmarks #LightItBlue to honor healthcare workers
The #LightItBlue initiative honors healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Coronavirus: No ‘new normal’ until August, says medical expert
An interview with Dr. David Hamlar (DH), assistant professor of the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Minnesota.
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Virus highlights internal contradictions of our system
The Corporate State proves daily that it cannot perform the basic function of protecting the lives of its citizens.
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Coronavirus: 1,154 positive cases, 39 deaths in Minnesota; Gov. Walz gives state address (updated)
The number of positive COVID-19 tests among Minnesota residents has risen to 986, with 30 deaths.
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Gov. Tim Walz announces emergency grants for child care providers
The grants will provide about $10 million per month over the next few months to support the basic infrastructure needed to keep child care capacity available.
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House passes $2 trillion stimulus package deal
The checks would be directly deposited into bank accounts if you included direct deposit information on your tax form.
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Pandemic impact more severe for People of Color
The COVID-19 pandemic is another stark reminder that the next administration must address wealth inequality and make asset security a top priority.
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State, federal tax filing deadline is now July 15 due to COVID-19 fallout
The new deadline of July 15 gives taxpayers three additional months to file taxes for the 2019 year without incurring interest or penalties.