New U.S. census data shows the bulk of Minnesota’s population growth over the past decade took place in the Twin Cities metro, paralleled by an increase of Minnesotans of color. - Nationwide U.S. is diversifying, white population shrinking - What the new census data shows about race Depends on how you look at it
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The Minnesota Department of Health says the 5,599 cases of COVID-19 infection among vaccinated people represent a tiny fraction of the state’s immunized population. - Friday Caseloads, hospital needs edge up as summer swing continues - Shot incentive $100 is big vaccine draw in Minnesota - Delta is surging What you need to know to stay safe - Minnesota Where masks and vaccines are required
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With a scheduled open on Aug. 26, fair officials have not yet made decisions on restrictions or mask requirements, but there's growing concern among health experts about gatherings of large groups of people, even outdoors. - Delta is surging Here's what you need to know to stay safe
Cheering crowds lined both sides of a mile of White Bear Avenue in St. Paul on Sunday to celebrate their hometown Olympic champion. - Suni Lee's win Shining a bright light on the Hmong legacy - Tears and cheers Lee family reacts to Suni making gold - Timeline From St. Paul to stardom
An aptly timed documentary film called “Trusted Messenger” highlights efforts to build confidence among Black, Latino and Indigenous communities about vaccines. - Black Nurses Rock Black nurse volunteers give shots to Minnesota's most vulnerable - In Focus Disparities and distrust in BIPOC health care
The highly contagious delta variant is spreading fast across the country, leading to a flurry of reinstated mask rules and mandatory vaccination announcements. Here’s where you’ll need to mask up in Minnesota, and which colleges and employers are requiring vaccines. - Without emergency powers Local leaders respond to COVID - CDC Recommending indoor masking for many MN counties
The Gophers wrestling standout from Apple Valley defeated Georgia’s Geno Petriashvili 10-8 to claim wrestling gold in the men’s freestyle 125-kilogram class. Steveson, as is customary after his biggest wins, celebrated with a backflip. - Previously Steveson chases gold, pro wrestling dreams - Minnesota Olympians Meet the athletes competing in Tokyo
The highly contagious delta variant is spreading fast and causing a surge in new cases. Here's what you need to know about how to keep yourself and your family safe. - MPR News with Kerri Miller The latest on COVID-19 and the delta variant - Concerned about children and COVID variants? Your questions, answered