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Public health experts question Trump's ban on most travelers from Europe

Public health experts question Trump's ban on most travelers from Europe

A key medical adviser to the president on COVID-19 defends the travel restrictions as "the right public health call." But others dismiss the move as "remarkably pointless" or, potentially, dangerous.
by Jason Beaubien

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Minn. health plans say they will cover costs of COVID-19 tests

Minn. health plans say they will cover costs of COVID-19 tests

People concerned that they may have contracted the coronavirus may not have to worry about paying much, if anything, for tests. But they may see bills for office visit and other costs, depending on their insurer and plan.
by Martin Moylan

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NHL suspends season amid coronavirus concerns

NHL suspends season amid coronavirus concerns

NHL officials said they will “pause” the season starting with Thursday’s night’s games given the ongoing concerns about the spread of coronavirus, adding they hope to “resume play” when appropriate. The Minnesota Wild said it supported the move.
by MPR News Staff

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MN health: 9 COVID-19 cases now; no plans to close schools

MN health: 9 COVID-19 cases now; no plans to close schools

New cases surfaced in Hennepin, Dakota and Stearns counties. State health officials say that at this point they are not recommending closing Minnesota K-12 schools, but they are bracing the public for more significant changes to daily life.
by Tim Nelson

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Walz proposes slim budget as coronavirus situation worsens

Walz proposes slim budget as coronavirus situation worsens

The DFL governor suggests leaving most of the state’s projected budget surplus unspent with the global economy shaken by COVID-19. He also urged lawmakers to finish their work soon.
by Tim Pugmire and Brian Bakst

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