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April 17, 2020 4:12 PM

`LIBERATE!': Trump pushes states to lift virus restrictions

“LIBERATE MINNESOTA!” “LIBERATE MICHIGAN!” “LIBERATE VIRGINIA,” the president said in a tweet-storm in which he also lashed out at New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for criticizing the federal response. Cuomo “should spend more time `doing' and less time `complaining,'” the president said.

by The Associated Press

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April 17, 2020 3:03 PM

Trump defends testing capacity despite experts' warnings

President Trump on Friday said states are well equipped to adequately test for COVID-19, a position that has been contradicted by state leaders and health care experts.

by Alana Wise

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April 17, 2020 2:43 PM

A primer on protective masks

In an effort to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, lots of people are busy making masks. 3M is trying to keep up with the demand for the N95 respirator mask. The University of Minnesota is designing and planning to manufacture an alternative to the N95. And ordinary citizens are making their own homemade masks.

by Jim Bickal and Angela Davis

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April 17, 2020 2:30 PM

The power of music during challenging times

Music is one tool people are using to connect during social distancing. We explore the power of music and talk with listeners to create the ultimate playlist.

by Kerri Miller, Marcheta Fornoff and Breann Schossow

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April 17, 2020 2:19 PM

Giving, saving, bills: How Minnesotans are spending their stimulus checks

MPR News asked Minnesotans what they’re going to do with their federal coronavirus stimulus money, and you responded in droves — we received well over 100 replies to queries on our website and on Twitter.

by Mark Zdechlik

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April 17, 2020 11:30 AM

Walz OKs golfing, boating at safe distance

With the weather warming and pressure rising to allow more outdoor activities, Gov. Tim Walz Friday eased back on the state’s COVID-19 stay-at-home restrictions to let Minnesotans go golfing and hit the lakes — starting this weekend.

by MPR News Staff

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April 17, 2020 11:30 AM

COVID-19 cases confirmed at SW Minn. pork processing plant

The JBS Pork processing plant is Worthington’s largest employer, with a workforce of more than 2,000. State officials said that at least seven people with confirmed cases of COVID-19 are associated with the plant.

by MPRNews Staff and Hannah Yang

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April 17, 2020 5:57 AM

Singing surgeon: Mayo's Dr. Elvis cuts EP to aid COVID-19 fund

Two years after becoming an unlikely singing sensation, the 34-year-old doctor with a golden voice is releasing his first-ever EP on Friday and all the proceeds will be donated to The Center of Disaster Philanthropy COVID-19 Response Fund.

by The Associated Press

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April 17, 2020 5:15 AM

April 17 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths rise to 111; Walz eases some outdoor curbs

Gov. Walz mixed optimism with vigilance Friday, urging Minnesotans to enjoy more outdoor activities but warning against a false sense of security about the disease as he confirmed new cases tied to a massive pork processing plant in Worthington.

by MPR News Staff