ST. PAUL, MINN. – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is planning to announce new COVID-19 restrictions that will shut down indoor dining at bars and restaurants, close gyms and fitness centers, and put organized indoor youth sports on hold for four weeks. Bars and restaurants will still be allowed to offer takeout during the four-week pause. Walz is scheduled to make…
SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Governor Tim Walz says he will announce restrictions on sports in Minnesota on Wednesday. Walz expects to pause all high school and club games for fall and winter seasons. That would mean football and volleyball, which are in the playoffs, could see an early end to their seasons. Walz says he’s seen the same spread of…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Health reported 26 additional deaths Tuesday from COVID-19. There are currently 10,022 active cases in the state, that’s down 878 active cases since Monday North Dakota has 304 people hospitalized with COVID-19. BY THE NUMBERS 8,749 – Total Tests from Yesterday* 1,022,763 – Total tests completed since the pandemic began 1,091 – Positive Individuals from Yesterday***** …
FARGO (KVRR) – The U.S. Marshals Service says 26 people in North Dakota and Minnesota were taken into custody during a one-month enforcement operation targeting domestic violence and abuse fugitives. “Operation Sanctuary” focused on fugitives with arrest warrants for crimes such as child neglect, aggravated domestic assault, and violation of court orders related to domestic violence offenses. Studies conducted by…
MINNESOTA – The Minnesota Department of Health is trying a new method for COVID-19 contact tracing and case investigation. It will send a text to those who have tested positive and their close contacts. Itwill say a case worker from a state, local or tribal health department will be calling to discuss COVID test results or potential exposure. It will…
FARGO (KVRR) – The Fargo Public Schools COVID-19 Instructional Plan Committee has modified its plan to phase-in full time in-person learning for both elementary and secondary students. Instead of bringing more students back for in-person instruction, the current instructional levels will remain in place for the remainder of the first semester. The changes are as follows: Elementary Schools: Level 4…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – More than 80 North Dakota doctors have written a letter, thanking Gov. Doug Burgum for enacting a statewide mask mandate. The doctors say taking these steps could mean a flattening of the curve within about four weeks. They said they know these restrictions mean significant sacrifices, but they say this will help keep healthcare providers and…
FARGO, N.D.- With COVID-19 cases on the rise in the state, Governor Doug Burgum has now issued a statewide mask mandate. Governor Burgum made the announcement late Friday night through social media. “The State Health Officer with my full support has issued an order requiring face coverings to be worn in all indoor businesses and public settings and outdoor public…
BISMARCK, N.D. — At a nursing home in the small town of Bottineau, North Dakota, Cathy Jose was one of 18 people who lost their battle with COVID-19 in the span of two and a half weeks. “I think that wherever she is, she would say that she’s proud of what we’re doing,” says her son Carl Young. Born out…
(FOX 9) – Minnesota health officials reported 7,559 new COVID-19 cases and 31 more deaths Sunday. The 31 new deaths range from age 50-100+ and include 18 people who lived in assisted living facilities. On Saturday, the state reported the most cases in a single day with 8,703 new cases. Minnesota has now seen a total of 2,905 deaths attributed to COVID-19. To date, the state has seen…
