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Life of an essential worker: Photojournalists

May 4, 2020

MPR News photojournalist Evan Frost

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.

Photos: Life in a ‘new normal’ of COVID-19

May 3, 2020

A woman looks out through a window

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.

Call to Mind: Coping with Stress and Anxiety During Coronavirus

May 3, 2020

Call to Mind - COVID-19

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.

Tell MPR News about someone doing good in your community

May 2, 2020

Hands put together to form the shape of a heart

COVID-19 has impacted everyone's lives. Some of us are feeling overwhelmed and it can be difficult to see the bright spots. MPR News wants to find them, and we need your help. Share a story of how someone has helped you or someone you know get through this difficult time. Read stories about helpers and share the example of someone you know.

As this historical moment unfolds, Historical Society is taking notes

May 2, 2020

two women from different eras wearing face masks

The COVID-19 pandemic is destined to be part of history, and historians are collecting artifacts in real time. - COVID-19 How it compares with other diseases in 5 charts - ‘I don’t have the virus’ Asian Americans in MN confront COVID-19 backlash Support MPR News: Your donation has the power to keep MPR News strong and accessible to all during this crisis and beyond. Donate today.

Listen to 'Alone Together' with Cantus

May 1, 2020

Alone Together with Cantus

Join Cantus for 'Alone Together,' a special program highlighting mental health topics including depression and anxiety. The program is a collaboration with Call To Mind for Mental Health Month. MPR music programming is only possible with member support.

Bring the Sing Home: Join us for 'Here Comes the Sun' at 5:55 p.m. Friday

May 1, 2020

Anthony J. Cook

We're doing it again! We invite everyone across Minnesota — and even beyond — to join us for Bring the Sing Home, a moment of song, at 5:55 p.m. CDT today Friday, May 1. Thanks to community feedback and suggestions, we have a fresh song for Friday: the Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun"! At 5:55 p.m., "Here Comes the Sun" will be broadcast simultaneously on Classical MPR, The Current and MPR News, welcoming listeners everywhere to sing loud and proud. Find the lyrics online. MPR music programming is only possible with member support.

MPR News Minnesota Today podcast delivers daily essential COVID-19 local news

April 20, 2020

Minnesota Today podcast from MPR News

Information overload? Get the most important info on COVID-19 and its impact on Minnesota in under 10 minutes a day. Subscribe to the Minnesota Today podcast from MPR News and stay up to date on your schedule. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS More ways to stay up-to-date: Get the a.m. newsletter MPR News Guides and Tips: Stay-at-home order FAQ | Submit your questions | What you need to know | How to help | Parent tips | Share your experience

Call to Mind: Find help during the COVID-19 crisis

April 18, 2020

Call to Mind Coping with Coronavirus

We’re all going through COVID-19 together. You are not alone. If you need some real, virtual support, Call to Mind has a listing of online groups that could help you find your flock. Call to Mind: More COVID-19 Wellness