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COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

The latest news, resources, guides and tips to help you stay up to date on the coronavirus pandemic.

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Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings

Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings

The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer in the U.S. meant big crowds at beaches and warnings from authorities Sunday about people disregarding the coronavirus social-distancing rules.
by The Associated Press

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Hong Kong police fire tear gas as thousands protest planned security law

Hong Kong police fired tear gas, pepper spray and water cannons as thousands of protesters rallied against proposed security measures aimed at tightening Beijing's grip on the semi-autonomous territory.
by NPR Staff

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Memorial Day even more poignant as veterans die from coronavirus

Memorial Day even more poignant as veterans die from coronavirus

The toll of the coronavirus on military veterans has been particularly harsh. Many are older and have underlying health problems, and many reside in facilities that have been breeding grounds for the disease.
by The Associated Press

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May 24 update on COVID-19 in MN: Confirmed cases climb past 20,000

May 24 update on COVID-19 in MN: Confirmed cases climb past 20,000

“Even though we are slowly and carefully trying to open up opportunities for Minnesotans to resume activities that are so important ... this does not mean we're on the other side of this," State Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said.
by MPR News Staff

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From camping to dining out: Here's how experts rate the risks of 14 summer activities

From camping to dining out: Here's how experts rate the risks of 14 summer activities

The weather's warming up and public spaces are starting to reopen. How do you decide what's safe to do? We have guidance to help you compare and evaluate the risks.
by Allison Aubrey, Laurel Wamsley and Carmel Wroth

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North Dakota governor delivers plea against 'mask shaming'

North Dakota governor delivers plea against 'mask shaming'

"If someone is wearing a mask, they're not doing it to represent what political party they're in or what candidates they support. They might be doing it because they've got a 5-year-old child who's been going through cancer treatments,” North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum said.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Crowds line up for free COVID-19 testing at sites across Minnesota

Crowds line up for free COVID-19 testing at sites across Minnesota

"We are glad to see” the strong turnout, state Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said. “We're learning a lot from today's events that will help us to be even better at getting testing out into the community."
by MPR News Staff

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Walz: Houses of worship can open at 25% occupancy, includes weddings and funerals

Walz: Houses of worship can open at 25% occupancy, includes weddings and funerals

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Saturday that religious gatherings — including funerals and weddings — can reopen at 25 percent occupancy. The new order takes effect Wednesday.
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