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Some Minnesota criminal defense attorneys say state court system 'unfair' during COVID-19 restrictions

A group of private Minnesota criminal defense attorneys asked the Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court to allow them to have the same remote access to computer court files as prosecutors and judges, but the group's request was denied...

Coronavirus Daily Briefing: Minnesota health plans waive COVID-19 costs; chance of in-person school this year 'slim'

Minnesota Department of Education Commissioner Heather Mueller said that they are hopeful that students will still go back to school and that there will be a way to honor students graduating in 2020. However, Walz called the chance of school being in-person "slim" ...

At least 1 dead in crash on border of Maplewood, Oakdale

Man killed, juvenile critically injured in South St. Paul shooting

Confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide top 1 million

Navigating weddings amid the coronavirus pandemic

Closings, disruptions due to COVID-19 outbreak

Local

Playgrounds open or closed? We try to sort out the confusion

Gov. Tim Walz’s "stay at home" order says Minnesotans may use public parks. But his website gets more specific ...

At least 1 dead in crash on border of Maplewood, Oakdale

According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a fatal crash took place on Southbound Highway 120 near 15th street on the border of Oakdale and Maplewood ...

MPRB beaches and pools to be closed this summer; programs canceled until at least Aug. 31

According to a release from the MPRB, beaches and pools will be closed all summer. In addition to those closures, all MPRB programs are canceled or postponed until at least August 31 ...

With COVID-19 restrictions, Twin Cities businesses turn to alternatives to support staff

Because of the order, fundraisers have been started for some businesses to help support their staff and keep the business afloat for the future ...

First responders join the front lines during pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic is a growing risk for first responders, yet some are still choosing to join the front lines ...

Minnesota Sports

Twins reliever Tyler Duffey talks to KSTP on Thursday from Texas, the day that was supposed to be the home opener.

Twins pitcher Tyler Duffey acknowledges weird feeling on what would've been home opener day

Timberwolves head coach Ryan Saunders, wife Hayley donate to assist Twin Cities community

Vikings' Dalvin Cook, Danielle Hunter donate to North Memorial; Adam Thielen Foundation donates $100K

'We'll all get through this together while we row the boat' P.J. Fleck thanks Minnesotans for their efforts of stopping COVID-19

Former Hopkins HS star Zeke Nnaji entering NBA Draft

Gophers' Carr to test NBA waters

NCAA to give spring sport athletes extra year of eligibility

Ex-Champlin Park HS star McKinley Wright reacts to decision to test NBA Draft process

Apple Valley's Tre Jones on entering NBA Draft, winning ACC Player of Year, and more

Politics

Wisconsin election still on, voting extended amid COVID-19 pandemic; officials see shortage of poll workers

Democrats to postpone convention amid COVID-19 concerns

Gov. Walz to deliver State of the State Sunday from the Governor's Residence

National News

Navy fires captain who sought help for virus-stricken ship

Memo: Some in US may not get stimulus checks until August

Confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide top 1 million

Trump admin moves toward promoting broader use of face masks

With US border work on track, rural towns fear an outbreak

Investigative

Lawsuit accuses ICE, Sherburne County of jailing and trying to deport US citizen

A Coon Rapids man is accusing a Minnesota county jail and the federal government of unlawfully detaining him for nearly a year even after an immigration judge ruled he was a United States citizen and should not be deported...

Business

Target limiting in-store customers, offers masks and gloves for employees

Additionally, Target announced it will be donating an additional two million KN95 respirator masks to the medical community...

Medical

MDH: 6 flu-related deaths last week, spread drops from regional to local

Just 27 flu-related hospitalizations were reported in the state last week, down from 86 the week prior ...

Technology

Facebook creates Community Help service for communities struggling during COVID-19 pandemic

Facebook announced Tuesday that it had created a Community Help page for the COVID-19 pandemic. It's a place for people to request or offer help to neighbors such as volunteering to deliver groceries or donating to local food pantries...

3D printer appeal to help health care providers amid coronavirus pandemic

Mark Westlake, a teacher at St. Thomas Academy, is reaching out to people across the country to help 3D print face shields for health care workers dealing with COVID-19 ...

St. Thomas Academy Innovation Center Director Mark Westlake is producing face shield visors using a 3D printer, pictured at left.

Robotics students teaming up to make face shields for health care workers

Using 3D printing technology, students on robotics teams around the state are teaming up with Stratasys and Dunwoody College to make face shields ...

Face shield visors are produced using a 3D printer.

Entertainment

In this Feb. 9, 2020, file photo, Leonardo DiCaprio arrives at the Oscars in Los Angeles. DiCaprio is helping to launch the $12 million America’s Food Fund aimed at helping low-income families, the elderly and those whose jobs have been disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. Among those teaming up for the launch are philanthropist Laurene Powell Jobs, Apple and the Ford Foundation.

DiCaprio, others launch $12M COVID-19 relief food fund

The organization said Thursday that the funds will be aimed to help low-income families, the elderly, individuals facing job disruptions and children who rely on school lunch programs ...

Emmy-winning musician Adam Schlesinger dies from coronavirus

This Sept. 14, 2019 file photo shows Adam Schlesinger, winner of the awards for outstanding original music and lyrics for

'The Last Dance' look at Jordan's last title starts April 19

Elton John-led concert raises $8M; Rihanna ups aid

FILE - In this Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, file photo, Elton John appears after performing his nominated song,

Florida sheriff wants new leads following Netflix series, 'Tiger King'

This notice posted on the Twitter account of Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister on Monday, March 30, 2020, seeks the public's help for new leads in the disappearance of Jack

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A plow and semi run off the road due to icy roads in Kittson County on April 2, 2020.

Inclement weather leads to slick roads, several crashes in western Minnesota

According to KSTP Meteorologist Jonathan Yuhas, that mix of bad weather is expected to make its way across the rest of the state Friday, likely making for unpleasant road conditions in parts of the state ...

First weekend closure of the season: I-94 shuts down in St. Paul for road work

Turkey flies through windshield in Eagan, truck driver and bird OK

2 killed in Scott County crash involving semi

Driver killed in UTV crash in northern Minnesota

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KSTPKindness: Red Wing bakery, coffee shop owner asks residents to share positive posts about city

Bill Hanisch, owner of Hanisch Bakery and Coffee Shop, addressed the hard times businesses are going through and mentioned some Red Wing businesses that he loves the most...

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office staff save 2 eagles

VIDEO: Officers surprise Mankato boy for his birthday

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At Issue: March 29 — Government responds to COVID-19 pandemic with bills, package

This week on “At Issue with Tom Hauser,” the coronavirus pandemic continues to require government response ...

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Inside Your Health: How coronavirus makes you sick

In this week's segment, KSTP Medical Expert Dr. Archele Georgiou goes inside your health to tell you exactly how SARS CoV-2 gets you sick ...

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Closings, disruptions due to COVID-19 outbreak

Twins pitcher Tyler Duffey acknowledges weird feeling on what would've been home opener day

Timberwolves head coach Ryan Saunders, wife Hayley donate to assist Twin Cities community

Vikings' Dalvin Cook, Danielle Hunter donate to North Memorial; Adam Thielen Foundation donates $100K

'We'll all get through this together while we row the boat' P.J. Fleck thanks Minnesotans for their efforts of stopping COVID-19

Former Hopkins HS star Zeke Nnaji entering NBA Draft

Gophers' Carr to test NBA waters

NCAA to give spring sport athletes extra year of eligibility

Ex-Champlin Park HS star McKinley Wright reacts to decision to test NBA Draft process

Apple Valley's Tre Jones on entering NBA Draft, winning ACC Player of Year, and more

Navy fires captain who sought help for virus-stricken ship

Memo: Some in US may not get stimulus checks until August

Confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide top 1 million

Trump admin moves toward promoting broader use of face masks

With US border work on track, rural towns fear an outbreak

Lawsuit accuses ICE, Sherburne County of jailing and trying to deport US citizen

Target limiting in-store customers, offers masks and gloves for employees

MDH: 6 flu-related deaths last week, spread drops from regional to local

KSTPKindness: Red Wing bakery, coffee shop owner asks residents to share positive posts about city

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office staff save 2 eagles

VIDEO: Officers surprise Mankato boy for his birthday

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