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April 13, 2020 3:00 PM

Trump and Fauci seek to present united front at coronavirus briefing

President Trump and the leading immunologist on the White House coronavirus task force attempted to present a united front Monday, following speculation of a shakeup within the federal pandemic response effort.

by Alana Wise

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April 13, 2020 2:16 PM

How to get your $1,200 emergency payment faster — But watch out for debt collectors

The federal government has begun sending $1,200 checks to millions of Americans. But some who need the money the most may have trouble actually getting it, and debt collectors may want it too.

by Chris Arnold

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April 13, 2020 1:39 PM

Is it ethical to shop during a pandemic?

We are buying almost everything online right now. And stores are encouraging this — to slow the spread of COVID-19. But they’re also offering sales and discounts in hopes that we buy more. Is it ethical to take advantage, knowing that workers packaging up your recent purchases in warehouses and people delivering those items to your home could be at risk of getting sick?

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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April 13, 2020 12:16 PM

The latest on the science of the novel coronavirus

As COVID-19 cases increase, researchers continue to chase down leads about how to improve treatment and find a vaccine. We spoke with two researchers to understand the latest on the novel coronavirus.

by Kerri Miller and Breann Schossow

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April 13, 2020 12:00 PM

Immigrant families face complex challenges with Minnesota’s distance learning

Many immigrant and refugee families are navigating distance learning while trying to find the right support needed to succeed online. Some have limited English proficiency, no formal education or internet access, and even lack the understanding of how to work on a computer.

by Hannah Yang

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April 13, 2020 11:46 AM

Community health centers fear extinction just as need rises

With 6 million jobless claims across America last week alone, federally-backed community health centers are bracing for a perfect storm of increased demand at a time when it’s uncertain if they’ll be able to keep the lights on.

by The Associated Press

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April 13, 2020 11:34 AM

How to be a science communicator during a pandemic

Information — both real and fake — is readily available, especially regarding the novel coronavirus. But how do you determine what’s real and how do you share information responsibly? We get advice from a science communicator.

by Kerri Miller and Breann Schossow

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April 13, 2020 6:31 AM

Fauci comments on U.S. virus response seem to draw Trump's ire

The United States' top infectious disease expert said that earlier mitigation could have saved lives but that knowing when to take such steps "is complicated." President Trump later reposted a tweet that referenced Fauci's comments and that said "Time to #FireFauci."

by The Associated Press

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April 13, 2020 6:08 AM

A month after emergency declaration, Trump's promises largely unfulfilled

On March 13, President Trump promised to mobilize private and public resources to respond to the coronavirus. NPR followed up on each promise and found little action had been taken.

by Joseph Shapiro, Robert Benincasa, Meg Anderson, Tim Mak, Sacha Pfeiffer, Huo Jingnan and Graham Smith

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April 13, 2020 6:00 AM

Local government goes virtual during pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic changes the definition of “business as usual” in Minnesota, local governments across the state are scrambling to keep essential services going, and find new ways to hold public meetings.

by Dan Gunderson

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