Black people are being infected and dying of COVID-19 at higher rates. Here’s what Milwaukee is doing about it — and why governments need to start releasing data on the race of COVID-19 patients.
COVID-19
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The great mask debate—an expert sorts through the confusion
Pretty soon we may all be asked to wear these when we go to public places even if we aren’t coughing or sneezing.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured
Coronavirus stimulus checks are coming soon: Here’s what to expect
Coronavirus stimulus payments to workers could start going out in the next three weeks.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
‘Response Team’ forms to help North Side through COVID-19
The mission of the committee is triage and intervention to keep and create employment in the African American community during these uncertain times.
Posted inFeatured, Health + Wellness
Coronavirus: social distancing may offer a chance to get our sleep patterns closer to what nature intended
Besides connecting with those closest to us, many of us can sleep in and organize lives in ways that suit our biological ticker.
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‘Tell the people you love that you love them’: an interview with Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan
Minnesota Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan on the state lockdown, the pandemic’s impact on people of color and the loss of her brother to COVID-19.
Posted inOpinion
Renters need a bailout, too
We need to rethink the system that brought us here in the first place.
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Cosby lawyers to seek early release because of pandemic
Lawyers for Bill Cosby are preparing to petition the court for his release amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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State of the Union under pandemic shut-downs
The U.S. government’s uneven response to the virus led by President Donald Trump, seems to fluctuate in seriousness.
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Minnesota nurses spearhead drive for protective equipment
The MNA aimed to help make an impact in the hospitals around the state of Minnesota through getting the life-saving materials to the nurses on the front lines.
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Attorney General Ellison warns of potential for COVID-19 charity scams
Attorney General Keith Ellison is warning Minnesotans to do their homework to avoid COVID-19 scams.
Posted inOpinion
Dear Black people: Coronavirus will kill you
For the record, people in 19 African countries have tested positive for coronavirus.
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Minnesota lawmakers impacted by the coronavirus
A number of Minnesota lawmakers are feeling the brunt of the coronavirus.
Posted inArts + Culture, Music
Rihanna donates $5 million to help fight the coronavirus
It was recently announced that through her Clara Lionel Foundation, singer/beauty mogul Rihanna is donating $5 million to aid marginalized communities in the United States, the Caribbean, and Africa.
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Combating the pandemic, sports leads the way with drastic measures
Eliminate your habits—we are in for the challenge of our lives. We are in the early stages of a pandemic.
Posted inCOVID-19, Health + Wellness
COVID-19 treatment might already exist in old drugs
With most of the world on lockdown and the looming threat of millions of deaths, researchers need to find an effective drug much faster.
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Twin Cities United Way opens COVID-19 response and recovery fund
Greater Twin Cities United Way last week started a Greater Twin Cities COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund and expanded its 211 Resource Helpline Service.
Posted inBusiness
Four coronavirus money tips from experts
The time is now to start protecting yourself from the inevitable financial fallout from the coronavirus.
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Tuesday primaries criticized for risking the exposure of COVID-19 to voters
Tuesday’s vote took place amid dire warnings by the CDC and health departments around the nation asking people to keep social distance, avoid crowds and avoid going out as much as possible.
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Social distancing comes with social side effects – here’s how to stay connected
Now is the time to reach out to friends and family and connect with them however you can. Let people know how much you care about them.