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March 31, 2020 2:24 PM

Do you know how to avoid coronavirus scammers?

As the new coronavirus has spread, so have pandemic-related scams. Bogus natural cures, fake charities, faulty medical masks — these scams and more have popped up all over the country.

by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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March 30, 2020 4:11 PM

Monday Economic Report: Unemployment claims and retirement savings

On this edition of Chris Farrell’s Monday Economic Report, we explore unemployment claims, retirement savings and the state of Minnesota businesses.

by Chris Farrell, Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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March 30, 2020 4:10 PM

What to cook during a pandemic

New York Times food writer Melissa Clark is back to tell us what to do with all the pasta, rice and canned beans we are hoarding. Plus, what you can and cannot freeze (Milk? Yes!)

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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March 27, 2020 2:35 PM

Politics Friday: Minnesota Department of Health commissioner answers COVID-19 questions

Just three weeks ago, the Minnesota Department of Health reported the state’s first case of coronavirus. Now, Minnesota’s numbers are up to 398 cases and four deaths.

by Mike Mulcahy and Katie Moritz

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March 27, 2020 12:05 PM

MN health commissioner: 'This is going to unfold over a year or 18 months'

At the center of Minnesota’s response to the health crisis is MDH Commissioner Jan Malcolm, who has been a regular at Gov. Tim Walz’s daily updates on the state of Minnesota’s health this week. She answered questions from Politics Friday host Mike Mulcahy and MPR News listeners about what we might expect from the rapidly changing situation.

by Mike Mulcahy and Katie Moritz

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March 26, 2020 1:41 PM

For struggling low-wage workers, pandemic makes things even worse

For workers already living paycheck to paycheck, the COVID-19 crisis means many of them are now unemployed or working fewer hours.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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March 25, 2020 3:18 PM

How the coronavirus will force teaching and learning to change

By order of Gov. Tim Walz, K-12 schools in Minnesota have been closed for a week to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus. When school starts up again, education will take place via distance learning. Teachers and administrators have been busy figuring out how that will work.

by Jim Bickal and Angela Davis

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March 24, 2020 2:33 PM

Tips for staying resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic

Scared? Worried? Anxious? These are normal feelings during this terrifying moment. But now is not the time to neglect your mental health. Here’s how you can stay resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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March 23, 2020 4:22 PM

How Minnesotans are faring as the pandemic rocks our economy

With so many businesses temporarily closing and sending workers home, many people are worried about money, finances and a recession. MPR’s senior economics contributor Chris Farrell joins Angela to talk about the economy.

by Angela Davis and Katie Moritz

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March 23, 2020 2:20 PM

MN Wild doctor ponders a hockey season put on ice

Like many of us, Dr. Joel Boyd’s routine came to a sudden halt in recent weeks. As an orthopedic surgeon at TRIA, he can no longer operate, and he is mostly checking with patients by phone. He also had to stop traveling and treating Minnesota Wild hockey players when the NHL put the current season on hold.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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