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New state website tracks disease spread, medical supplies

Governor Tim Walz announced a new state website today, allowing the public to track COVID-19 cases as well as available medical supplies and ICU beds. MPR News evening update for April 3, 2020. Hosted by Nina Moini and Britta Greene.

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Unemployment claims in Minnesota leveling off

DEED Commissioner Steve Grove says that Minnesota is one of only four states to see fewer claims this week than last week. MPR News morning update for April 3, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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Schools unlikely to reopen this spring

Governor Tim Walz said today it's unlikely public and charter K-12 schools will be resuming this spring. Instead, Minnesota students will continue with distance learning through the end of the semester. MPR News evening update for April 2, 2020. Hosted by Tim Nelson and Britta Greene.

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Concerns rise around testing, protective equipment

Supplies for COVID-19 tests in Minnesota are backordered, and Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says the state’s pleas to federal health officials have gone unanswered. MPR News evening update for April 1, 2020. Hosted by Tim Nelson.

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Five sites identified for overflow beds

State officials say they’ve identified five different sites to build out overflow hospital capacity. The goal is to open existing hospital beds for COVID-19 patients. MPR News morning update for April 1, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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Teachers hitting glitches online

It’s the second day of distance learning across the state, and districts are running into challenges. MPR News morning update for March 31, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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'Ship of fools'

Two Minnesotans are among those feeling sick aboard the Zaandam cruise ship, which is waiting for approval to dock in Florida. MPR News evening update for March 30, 2020. Hosted by Tim Nelson.

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