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May 11, 2020 9:53 AM

Policast: The last week of the legislative session

It’s the last week of the legislative session, sort of

by Mike Mulcahy

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May 11, 2020 7:50 AM

Trump says more testing makes U.S. 'look bad,' but its availability remains a concern

In recent days, a top Senate Republican has said the coronavirus testing the United States has done so far is "not nearly enough."

by Domenico Montanaro

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May 11, 2020 7:25 AM

Lawmakers dash toward finish — or just to special session

The Legislature is supposed to be done by next Monday, but the coronavirus pandemic is sure to bring lawmakers back into a special session.

by Brian Bakst

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May 10, 2020 8:29 PM

Boris Johnson outlines plan to ease coronavirus restrictions in the U.K.

In an address to the nation on Sunday, the prime minister called on those who cannot do their jobs from home, such as construction and factory workers, to return to their workplaces.

by Hannah Hagemann

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May 10, 2020 5:38 PM

Pence spends weekend at home after exposure to aide with coronavirus

Vice President Mike Pence was self-isolating Sunday after an aide tested positive for the coronavirus last week, but he planned to return to the White House on Monday.

by The Associated Press

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May 10, 2020 8:59 AM

Anti-vaccination activists join stay-at-home order protesters

Protests over stay-at-home orders because of COVID-19 have become more common across the country. In California, a surprising group is behind some of them: those who oppose mandatory vaccinations.

by Katie Orr

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May 10, 2020 7:26 AM

The people flying during the pandemic - and how airlines are trying to protect them

Planes are carrying medical personnel, essential workers and people returning from abroad or visiting critically ill relatives. Airlines are blocking middle seats and taking other safety measures.

by David Schaper

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May 9, 2020 8:45 PM

Elon Musk says Tesla is suing California county, moving headquarters out of state

The company's CEO tweeted Saturday that the automaker is seeking legal action against Alameda County. The billionaire executive has been sharply critical of shelter-in-place orders in recent weeks.

by Jason Slotkin

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May 9, 2020 8:28 PM

3 members of White House virus task force in quarantine

Three members of the White House coronavirus task force, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, have placed themselves in quarantine after contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, another stark reminder that not even one of the nation’s most secure buildings is immune from the virus.

by The Associated Press

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May 9, 2020 4:57 PM

Minnesota House passes bill raising age to buy tobacco to 21

The Minnesota House approved legislation Saturday that raises the age for residents to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21.

by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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