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CEO says Minnesota hospitals can't keep putting out the COVID fire much longer

CEO says Minnesota hospitals can't keep putting out the COVID fire much longer, pleads for people to take precautions and stem tide of illness. This is an evening update from MPR News hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Minnesota dials it back

As Minnesota’s COVID-19 cases continue to surge, Gov. Tim Walz has rolled out new curbs intended to stem the “uncontrolled community spread” of the disease over the next four weeks. This is an MPR News morning update for Thursday, November 19, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Minnesota will take a four week pause as COVID continues to accelerate

Minnesota will take a four week pause as COVID continues to accelerate and opposition gathers to hospitality and sports restrictions that run through mid December. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Walz to announce new measures to curb COVID-19

Gov. Tim Walz is scheduled to lay out his plan for countering an alarming spike in coronavirus cases today. Without sharing specifics, the governor's spokesperson said the new guidance will address bars, restaurants, fitness centers, gyms, youth sports and social gatherings. This is an MPR News morning update for November 18, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Minnesotans should expect new COVID restrictions to roll out Wednesday

Minnesotans should expect new COVID restrictions to roll out Wednesday, as other states like Ohio and Califorina close businesses and impose curfews. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Minnesota hurdles towards a healthcare crisis during darkest part of the pandemic

Gov. Tim Walz could level more restrictions on Minnesotans as coronavirus cases continue to rise. Nearly 30 percent of intensive care patients across the state now have COVID-19. This is an MPR News morning update for November 27, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music by Gary Meister.

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After a record weekend of COVID cases, officials warn more restrictions are coming

After a record weekend of COVID cases, officials warn more restrictions are coming, including a potential pause on high school and youth sports. This is an evening update from MPR New hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka tests positive for COVID-19

Gazelka is at least the third Senate Republican to test positive for the disease in the past week. He says he is not experiencing serious symptoms. This is an MPR News morning update for November 16, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Minneapolis City Council approves 911 help for its police department

The Minneapolis City Council voted Friday to allow officers from outside law enforcement agencies to help the city's police department respond to an uptick in crime. Also, the three deadliest COVID-19 reporting days occurred this week. This is an MPR News afternoon update for Nov. 13, 2020. Hosted by Nina Moini. Theme music by Gary Meister.
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New COVID-19 restrictions begin Friday night

Bars and restaurants will be required to end in-person service at 10 p.m., though they'll still be allowed to offer takeout and delivery after. Social gatherings will also be limited. The new rules are aimed at tamping down the spread of COVID-19. This is an MPR News morning update for November 13, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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