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Minnesota reaches milestone of 20,000 daily COVID-19 test capacity

The state has completed a total of 592,955 tests to date.

June 29, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Minnesota has reached its goal of completing 20,000 COVID-19 tests daily. Gov. Tim Walz announced the milestone during a press conference on Monday. Walz also said the state has completed a total of 592,955 tests to date. The Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota were major components to reaching the goal. Both sites are not able to…

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Walz to highlight importance of police accountability and reform during press conference at 10 a.m.

June 18, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz is holding a press conference to discuss passing strong police reform and accountability measures during Minnesota’s special legislative session. The press conference is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday. Walz will be joined by Lt. Gov. Peggy flanagan, Attorney General Keith Ellison, legislators and public safety officials. KVRR will stream the conference on…

Governor Walz approves $62 million for small businesses impacted by COVID-19

Businesses with 50 or less employees can apply for up to $10,000.

June 17, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill on Tuesday approving $62 million in grants for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The bill includes $60 million from the federal CARES Act and $2.5 million from DEED’s Emergency Loan Program. Half of the funding will go to Greater Minnesota businesses, at least $10 million will go to minority-owned businesses, $2.5 million…

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Walz to discuss Local Jobs and Projects Plan at 2 p.m.

June 16, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz is holding a press conference at 2 p.m. Tuesday to discuss the Local Jobs and Projects Plan. The plan consists of four packages aimed at creating affordable housing options for Minnesotans. Walz will be joined by Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan who said, “Every Minnesotan deserves a place to call home. That’s why our Local Jobs…

Governor Walz extends peacetime emergency

The extended declaration will last until July 13.

June 12, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz has extended the COVID-19 peacetime emergency. The peacetime emergency declaration allows the state to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic strategically. According to Gov. Walz, the declaration will protect Minnesotans against evictions and wage garnishments, provide expedited PPE shipments and will protect workers from unsafe conditions. “Minnesotans’ health and safety is our top priority, and the…

WATCH LIVE: Minnesota governor, legislative leaders to roll out police reform bill in response to George Floyd’s death at 3 p.m.

June 11, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9)–On Thursday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders will roll out a police reform bill that will be the focus of the special session that starts Friday. The proposed changes to policing include use of force, funding for alternatives to policing and greater police oversight. The bill was drafted in response to the killing of George Floyd,…

WATCH LIVE: Governor Walz to discuss police accountability and Minnesota’s economic recovery at 3 p.m.

June 10, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz is holding a press conference to discuss police accountability and Minnesota’s economic recovery on Wednesday. The press conference is expected to begin at 3 p.m. Walz will be joined by Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan. KVRR will stream the press conference on KVRR.com and our Facebook page. Categories: Minnesota News Tags: economy, GOV. TIM WALZ, police…

Governor Tim Walz orders moment of silence for George Floyd

The moment of silence will begin at 11 a.m.

June 9, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz is asking Minnesotans to spend eight minutes and 46 seconds in silence to honor George Floyd on Tuesday. The moment of silence will begin at 11 a.m. to mark the start of Floyd’s funeral service in Texas. Walz said, “The world watched in horror as George Floyd’s humanity was taken away from him. We will…

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Walz to discuss Minnesota’s response to George Floyd’s Death at 2 p.m.

June 2, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz is hosting a press conference to discuss Minnesota’s response to George Floyd’s death. Walz will be joined by Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, Department of Human Rights Commissioner Rebecca Lucero, Department of Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington and Major General Jon A. Jensen. The press conference will begin at 2 p.m. KVRR will stream the conference…

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Walz to provide update on Minnesota’s response to protests at 11:30 a.m.

June 1, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz is holding a news conference to provide updates on Minnesota’s response to the protests over George Floyd’s death. Walz will also address the public safety concerns that have occurred since the protests have started. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, Department of Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington and Major General Jon A….