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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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March 28 update on COVID-19 in Minnesota: Death toll now 5; stay-at-home order takes effect

March 28 update on COVID-19 in Minnesota: Death toll now 5; stay-at-home order takes effect

A fifth person has died from COVID-19 in Minnesota, state health officials announced Saturday. Meanwhile the number of confirmed cases in the state increased to 441, up from 398 the day before.
by MPR News Staff

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Fact check: N.Y governor slams Trump ventilator claim as 'ignorant' and 'uninformed'

Fact check: N.Y governor slams Trump ventilator claim as 'ignorant' and 'uninformed'

The president said New York ignored ventilators sent by the federal government. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo fired back, saying the president's view was "incorrect and grossly uninformed."
by Bobby Allyn

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Thinking of heading to a cabin to wait out the coronavirus? Here are a few things to consider

Thinking of heading to a cabin to wait out the coronavirus? Here are a few things to consider

With the state under a two-week stay-at-home order starting at midnight Friday, people with the option might be thinking of packing up and heading out of town for the next few weeks. But state officials ask that you consider that decision carefully.
by Kirsti Marohn

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From Louis Erdrich to Kurt Vonnegut, a reading list for social distancing

From Louis Erdrich to Kurt Vonnegut, a reading list for social distancing

In a time of change and turmoil, many listeners are turning to books for entertainment and comfort. Listeners and book experts nominated their favorites during a recent conversation on MPR News with Kerri Miller.
by Breann Schossow

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States and stores are banning reusable bags during COVID-19 pandemic. Is it safe to use them?

States and stores are banning reusable bags during COVID-19 pandemic. Is it safe to use them?

The governors of Massachusetts and New Hampshire have temporarily ordered the use of disposable bags in stores around their states as a way to tamp down the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. And grocery stores around the country, including some in Minnesota, are putting restrictions on them. But are the fears warranted?
by Dan Kraker

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4 dead aboard cruise ship with COVID-19 cases

4 dead aboard cruise ship with COVID-19 cases

More than 140 others are sick aboard a cruise ship holding off the coast of Panama. The cruise line Holland America wants to move the ill coronavirus patients to the United States.
by Greg Allen

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