LATE NIGHT RULING: Supreme Court rejects challenge to limits on church services
The church argued that limits on how many people can attend their services violate constitutional…
CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE
US cuts World Health Organization ties over virus response
President Trump said the WHO failed to adequately…
Minnesota reports 29 more COVID-19 deaths, 590 more cases
A total of 23,531 people have tested positive for…
Tyson to temporarily close Iowa pork plant after outbreak
Meat processing plants across the country have…
Ahead of outdoor dining, local restaurant hopes for the best
Weather can also make it difficult for guests, as…
Boston Marathon canceled for 1st time in 124-year history
The race had originally been scheduled for April…
LIVE: Minnesota Department of Health provides COVID-19 updates (2 p.m.)
The Minnesota Department of Health is scheduled…
Minnesota reports 35 more COVID-19 deaths, 493 more cases
Health officials said a total of 22,947 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Minnesota, including 2,549 health care…
Iowa sees jump in number applying for unemployment
A report released Thursday the by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed 14,586 new claims filed between May 17 and May…
Parking meter enforcement to resume in Rochester on Monday
The City of Rochester will be reinstating downtown parking ordinances that were modified amid the COVID-19…
US layoffs climb to 41 million, despite business reopenings
The new numbers bring the running total since the coronavirus shutdowns took hold in mid-March to about 41…
Rochester City Council approves mayor’s executive order to help businesses reopen
The effects of the pandemic were still felt across the city and state today.…
HOUSES OF WORSHIP: How are Rochester churches planning to welcome back members?
They say a church is not a building, it’s…
Northwest Iowa county with meat plant sees coronavirus spike
A Tyson spokeswoman says the company is awaiting complete…
Minnesota reports 510 more coronavirus cases, 33 more deaths
MDH said 598 people were hospitalized as of Wednesday, up 28 from…
HELPING OUT: Restaurants without outdoor dining given green light to make their own
Restaurants can begin to finalize details with the city starting on Thursday.…
CROSSING THE RIVER: Minnesotans heading over the Mississippi for Wisconsin businesses
La Crosse is bustling with visitors from all over Minnesota.…
Rochester mayor signs order allowing expanded outdoor seating for local bars, restaurants
This comes after Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced that starting June 1, Minnesota bars and restaurants will be allowed to reopen for outdoor…
Iowa to remove ban on evictions, gatherings as state reopens
Reynolds also said she would also allow casinos, amusement parks, speedways, arcades and bowling alleys to reopen in the coming days.…
Minnesota reports 18 more COVID-19 deaths, 652 more cases
MDH said 21,960 positive cases have been recorded in Minnesota to date, including 2,427 health care…
2020 Olmsted County Fair canceled, ‘alternative options’ being pursued
The Olmsted County Fair has been canceled for 2020 due to the COVID-19…
Congress weighs choice: ‘Go big’ on virus aid or hit ‘pause’
As negotiations develop, the coronavirus response offers Congress an opportunity to shape the country’s post-pandemic future.…
WHO warns that 1st wave of pandemic not over
As Brazil and India struggle with surging coronavirus cases, a top health expert is warning that the world is still smack in the middle of the…
“Taps” across Rochester; A veteran’s observance
He’s been a bugler since the 5th…
Free mask giveaway Tuesday
The masks are intended for those who have not been able to obtain a mask to help protect themselves from the…
Iowa sees surge of COVID-19 deaths, confirmed cases
The state’s online dashboard showed more than 9,300 people had…
Some churches say services still too risky as cases grow
Gov. Tim Walz is allowing places of worship to reopen at 25% capacity…
Iowa reports 17,213 virus cases, 449 deaths tied to COVID-19
The new deaths were reported between Tuesday and Saturday.…
Minnesota tops 20,500 coronavirus cases, 17 new deaths
The actual number of infections is thought to be far…
CDC lays out guidelines for reopening of public gatherings among faith communities
The CDC released guidelines on…