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Minnesota COVID relief plan snagged on $500 payment to families

Dec 04, 2020 05:41AM ● By Editor

The proposal is not new. Lawmakers discussed a similar idea last spring, but they ultimately left it out of the state’s COVID-19 response bill that passed then. By Tim Pugmire of Minnesota Public Radio News - December 4, 2020

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Video: Traveling nurse opens up about sacrificing time with family to save lives in Minnesota

Dec 04, 2020 05:19AM ● By Editor

When the pandemic hit, Lasker Cruz made a decision to protect and support his family, but it meant leaving home for months. By Kent Erdahl of KARE 11 News - December 3, 2020

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Walz urges Minnesotans to apply for COVID-19 housing assistance before Monday deadline

Dec 04, 2020 05:09AM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Housing Assistance Program has over $30 million still available to dole out to those struggling to keep their homes or apartments. By Emily Haavik of KARE 11 News - December 3, 2020

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Video: Program connecting front line workers to mental health services seeing spike in demand

Dec 04, 2020 04:58AM ● By Editor

Health care workers can call, email or message her organization on social media to get started. The nonprofit will then take the individual's information and create a list of mental health services that are covered by their insurance. By Callan Gray of KSTP-TV Eyewitness News - December 3, 2020

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Video: Klobuchar discusses additional funding needed for COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Dec 04, 2020 04:44AM ● By Editor

Sen. Amy Klobuchar said we need funding from congress to help with proper storage and distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine once it becomes available. By Alejandra Palacios of WDIO-TV - December 3, 2020

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Video: Athletes, coaches react to MSHSL decision to uphold delay in winter sports

Dec 04, 2020 04:39AM ● By Editor

On Thursday, the Minnesota State High School League upheld its decision to delay the start of most winter sports. By Emily Ness of WDIO-TV - December 3, 2020

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Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Brutal November spills into December

Dec 04, 2020 04:29AM ● By Editor

After more than 1,100 deaths reported in November, December’s offering little relief. Nearly 200 deaths were reported in the first three days. By David H. Montgomery and MPR News Staff from Minnesota Public Radio News - December 4, 2020

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New report finds increase in 2020 overdose deaths in Minnesota

Dec 03, 2020 12:31PM ● By Editor

Minnesotans needing help are encouraged to pick up the phone or connect using a video platform and reach out to your community, however that looks for them. A list of recovery supports and resources can be found at Support for Addiction Recovery during COVID-19. From the Minnesota Department of Health - December 3, 2020

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Zup’s Food Markets purchases Ely Shopko building

Dec 03, 2020 09:42AM ● By Editor

From the Ely Echo - December 2, 2020

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Video: Safe, Distanced And Festive Holiday Activities Aplenty In Minnesota, Wisconsin

Dec 03, 2020 05:56AM ● By Editor

This year, more than ever, people are leaning on the magic of the season to make their spirits bright. By Marielle Mohs of WCCO-TV - December 2, 2020

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