State health leaders faced growing questions over Minnesota’s COVID-19 strategy and the toll it’s taken on religious services, graduations and other life rituals. They acknowledged the cost but cautioned that moving too quickly could worsen the pain.
Minnesota's Roman Catholic bishops said Wednesday that they will allow Masses to resume next week despite Gov. Tim Walz's continued prohibition on most religious gatherings.
Aside from the Boundary Waters and Voyageurs National Park, the only option for a night under the stars is dispersed camping in state forests. Here’s what that is and why it’s best for experienced campers.
Lawmakers can only approve or reject the contracts, not modify them, Walz’s administration said Wednesday in a move certain to rile GOP leaders who wanted a hold on raises they view as unaffordable in the COVID-19 era.
At a time when Asian Americans are reporting experiences with bigoted abuse because of COVID-19, they’re also reporting a surge in unemployment. The trend has created uncertainty about how Asian-owned businesses will survive.
In moves certain to see pushback, Gov. Tim Walz Wednesday unveiled plans to let bars and restaurants serve sit-down customers beginning June 1 — but only at outdoor tables. He loosened other curbs but wouldn’t put dates to when vital parts of daily life could resume.
State officials say the number of children entering foster care is down significantly since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, they say more Minnesotans are inquiring about becoming foster parents.
U.S. Senate candidate Jason Lewis, a Republican, sued Gov. Tim Walz over the state’s coronavirus restrictions. Lewis argues the curbs violate his right to campaign as he wishes.
Because the new coronavirus is especially dangerous for older adults and those with underlying health conditions, the need for services for those stuck in their homes has increased. Several nonprofits say more volunteers have come forward.