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Minnesota reports 4 deaths, surge of COVID-19 cases
The state reported one of its biggest tallies in new cases since May.
Sitting all day might increase your risk of dying from cancer
Scientists also found adding exercise can lower risk of dying from the disease.
Live: Latest updates and what you need to know about COVID-19
As the novel coronavirus spreads across the world, we've answered reader question about what they most want to know about the outbreak.
The Latest: Florida doctors urge public to heed virus rules
A top Florida doctor says the state's rapidly increasing number of COVID-19 cases is turning Miami into the "epicenter of the pandemic."
Strong demand for virus testing services; snacking surges
The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Monday related to the national and…
Judge blocks federal executions; administration appeals
A U.S. district judge on Monday ordered a new delay in federal executions, hours before the first lethal injection was scheduled to be carried out at a federal prison in Indiana. The Trump administration immediately appealed to a higher court, asking that the executions move forward.
Victims' relatives most vocal opponents of man's execution
Family members of three people slain in Arkansas more than 20 years ago have been among the most vocal opponents to the federal government's plan to execute one of the men convicted of killing their loved ones.
Tennessee governor signs, court blocks, 6-week abortion ban
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee on Monday signed one of the strictest abortion bans in the country, and a federal judge quickly blocked the measure.
US grapples with pandemic as WHO warns 'no return to normal'
Tensions mounted over how the United States is grappling with a resurgent coronavirus outbreak Monday, as global health officials warned that the pandemic will only intensify worldwide unless officials adopt comprehensive strategies to combat it.
Judge: Women can get abortion pill without doctor visits
A federal judge agreed Monday to suspend a rule that requires women during the COVID-19 pandemic to visit a hospital, clinic or medical office to obtain an abortion pill.
Wisconsin congressman blames coughing fit on dry throat
A Wisconsin congressman whose coughing fit at the state Republican Party convention drew widespread attention because masks were not required at the event was suffering from nothing more than a dry throat, his campaign said Monday.
More than 200 schools back lawsuit over foreign student rule
More than 200 universities are backing a legal challenge to the Trump administration's new restrictions on international students, arguing that the policy jeopardizes students' safety and forces schools to reconsider fall plans they have spent months preparing.
Dip in daily cases as Walz weighs statewide mask order
Minnesota reported 499 newly confirmed cases of coronavirus on Monday, with a dip in the positivity rate, as Gov. Tim Walz continues weighing whether to impose a statewide mask requirement.
Millennials and boomers: Pandemic pain, by the generation
Millennials, you're taking a big hit — again. And you're not OK, either, boomers.
100,000 mail-in votes went uncounted in California's primary
More than 100,000 mail-in ballots were rejected by California election officials during the March presidential primary, according to data obtained by The Associated Press that highlights a glaring gap in the state's effort to ensure every vote is counted.
Court refuses to order Houston to host Texas GOP gathering
The Texas Supreme Court on Monday upheld Houston's refusal to allow the state Republican convention to hold in-person events in the city due to the coronavirus pandemic.
MN Senate GOP leader says deal close on bonding, tax bills
Legislative leaders have agreed on most details of a public construction package and a tax bill, the Minnesota Senate's top Republican said Monday, while discussions are continuing on whether a compromise is possible on police accountability in response to the death of George Floyd.
Fact check: Trump team's false comfort on schools, virus
President Donald Trump's aides are misrepresenting the record on kids and the coronavirus as they push for schools to reopen.
'Return to work' COVID antibody testing comes with warning
Health officials say the evidence backing test accuracy and protectiveness from antibodies is not yet strong enough. Even the lab companies and hospitals admit they can't offer "immunity certificates" to people who have the antibodies today.
Millennials and boomers: Pandemic pain, by the generation
Millennials, you're taking a big hit — again. And you're not OK, either, boomers.