In an executive order Tuesday, Gov. Tim Walz lifted the temporary ban that he imposed seven weeks ago, which was part of an effort to save scarce masks and gowns for the COVID-19 fight. - Concern about PPE shortage remains MN moves to allow elective procedures - COVID-19 financial blow Hospitals cut pay, furlough workers Supporting MPR News is supporting your community, donate today.
The unpredictability of COVID-19 has many Minnesota high school seniors reconsidering plans to enroll in college this fall. Many schools are preparing for declining student enrollment and a financial fallout. - MPR News with Angela Davis How to decide your post-high school plans during a pandemic - 'You deserve to celebrate' A doctor's advice for teens and parents - Today’s grads Dreams of a bright future in a dim jobs market - 6 ways College might look different in the fall Supporting MPR News is supporting your community, donate today
We invited everyone across Minnesota and beyond to join us for Bring the Sing Home at 5:55 p.m. central Friday, May 8. Step outside your front door or open a window to join in on a mass rendition of "What a Wonderful World," which will be simulcast on Classical MPR, The Current and MPR News. Find Lyrics and information MPR Music programming is only possible with member support, give today
MPR News journalists are still reporting, mostly from home during the pandemic. Those who are parents are now doing that work, like so many others in Minnesota, with small children around. - Work and kids suddenly all home? Be flexible and patient, experts say - Coronavirus and parenting What you need to know now
Months ago, lawmakers were debating how to spend extra money. This week, state leaders learn if they’ll have to confront a deficit instead. - In April Minnesota bracing for possible budget deficit because of COVID-19 - In February Projected budget surplus grows slightly to $1.5B
The latest numbers come as the state lifts some restrictions on retailers that could put as many as 30,000 Minnesotans back on the job. Gov. Tim Walz and state health leaders are briefing reporters now. - Photos Protesters circle Minnesota Capitol to protest stay-at-home order - Curbside pickup or delivery Businesses scramble to lay plans for partial reopening
As part of the MPR News Life of an Essential Worker series, host Angela Davis talked with MPR News photojournalist Evan Frost about how his job has changed. - Photos: Life in a ‘new normal’ of COVID-19 - Zoom backgrounds 15 photos to show your love for Minnesota Support MPR News: Your donation has the power to keep MPR News strong and accessible to all during this crisis and beyond. Donate today.
Social distancing, face masks, take out and video chat have started to feel like an ever-evolving "new normal" more than a month into Minnesota's stay-at-home order. Here is a look at how all of our lives have changed since March 27. - Zoom backgrounds 15 photos to show your love for Minnesota - Tips for Staying resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic MPR News is only possible with member support. Donate today.
Our current situation is something few of us ever imagined. There are so many things that are out of our control. Changes to our lives and routines are coming at such a quick pace that it can be hard to keep up. Everything we’re dealing with can lead to a lot of additional stress and anxiety that is overwhelming. Dealing with this stress in a healthy way is essential. Turn to Call to Mind for resources for coping with stress and anxiety during coronavirus. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and MPR Mental Health Month.
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