Fears of the Fourth
The newest counts come amid worry over new outbreaks if people ease up on safety measures over the July Fourth holiday weekend.
Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm and others are imploring groups gathering over the Fourth of July to meet outdoors instead of inside and to wear masks and social distance even when outside.
This is an MPR News update for Friday, July 3, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.
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