Coronavirus

Canine patient Willa licked veterinarian Kristi Flynn during an exam Nov. 17 at the University of Minnesota Lewis Small Animal Hospital in Falcon Heig

COVID pandemic takes a toll on Minnesota veterinary clinics

The COVID-19 pandemic, which has created shortages in everything from toilet paper to restaurant staff, also has taken a toll on Minnesota veterinary clinics, making it tough for many pet owners to find animal care.

Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller, R-Winona, wants permanent changes on how governors can use emergency powers in a future crisis.

Politics

Minnesota Republicans revive debate over governor's emergency powers

November 25

Democrats are pushing back, citing the ongoing pandemic and concerns about any future crisis.

Lauren Rymer and her son, Jack, after Jack received a COVID-19 vaccine in Lawrenceville, Ga., Nov. 15, 2021.

Nation

As young kids get vaccines, a 'huge weight' is lifted for families

November 25

A sense of relief has intensified with the holiday season.

Av Gordon, center, speaks to his daughter, Abbe Bernstein, about which gravy is vegetarian before Thanksgiving dinner was served Thursday at the home

Minnesotans cautiously resume Thanksgiving celebrations despite spike in COVID cases

November 25

The second Turkey Day during the pandemic showed we're not yet fully back to pre-pandemic holiday festivities.

As the holidays approach, is it safe to travel during the pandemic?

Nation

Is travel safe during the pandemic this holiday season?

November 22

Is travel safe during the pandemic this holiday season?

Air Force Airman 1st Class Shelby Matera, from left, and Capts. Aimee Clonts and Kimbrely Mason took part in an N95 mask fit check Tuesday at HCMC in

Coronavirus

COVID-19 hospitalizations set 2021 record again in Minnesota

November 23

Gov. Tim Walz outlined steps the state is taking to protect hospital capacity amid the latest pandemic surge that has the state facing a critical time.

“Name some things that start with the letter H,” Melissa Watson leaned forward to hear the “H” word, muffled by a mask, that was offered by a

Local

Burnsville schools will go to distance learning due to COVID-19 surge

November 23

Students will take classes at home Wednesday through Dec. 3.

West Metro

COVID-19 outbreak hits Hennepin County workhouse in Plymouth

November 23

The facility has strict protocols in place to prevent the virus.

Business

US to require vaccines for all border crossers in January

November 24

President Joe Biden will require essential, nonresident travelers crossing U.S. land borders, such as truck drivers, government and emergency response officials, to be fully vaccinated beginning on Jan. 22, the administration planned to announce.

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