4 States See Record Increases In Daily COVID Deaths

A Reuters analysis highlights a rise in daily COVID-19 death totals in several states, with Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Kansas, and Wisconsin experiencing record one-day increases. The Midwest and Great Plains, including North Dakota, are seeing a surge in cases. North Dakota has the highest per capita rate of COVID-19 infections in the U.S., according to the COVID tracking project.

List the states mentioned in the text that are experiencing increases in daily deaths.

What project is referenced for tracking COVID-19 infections?