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The marquee at the Uptown Theater makes it clear it isn't open Friday, March 27, 2020, in Minneapolis. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz issued a stay-at-home order effective at midnight Friday to help stop the spread of the coronavirus in the state. Outdoor activities such as walking are permitted. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

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Minnesota hunkers down at home while COVID-19 deaths hit 4
March 27, 2020 5:18 p.m.

Minnesota hunkers down at home while COVID-19 deaths hit 4

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A stay-at-home order takes effect at midnight Friday as Minnesota tries to prevent the COVID-19 pandemic, which is expected to peak in the coming weeks, from overloading the state's health care system.