DOJ opens racial discrimination investigation against HCAO
The DOJ is investigating the Hennepin County Attorney's Office for a new policy that would take an individual's race into consideration when making plea deals.
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Gov. Tim Walz considers cutting taxpayer-funded subsidies for private schools
Part of Minnesota's taxpayer funding has gone towards funding private schools since 1969, but now with a looming budget deficit Gov. Tim Walz is considering cutting funds.
Highway 169 SB closed near Jordan due to serious crash
A stretch of highway southwest of the Twin Cities is closed Monday morning due to a serious crash, authorities said.
Suspect in deadly Park Tavern crash facing new charges
The man accused of driving drunk and killing two people at Park Tavern in St. Louis Park last September is now facing additional charges.
Timberwolves take on Warriors in round 2 of NBA playoffs
After a gentleman's sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round, the Minnesota Timberwolves have a matchup with the Golden State Warriors up next.
What is Cinco de Mayo? Here's a look at the celebration and its history
Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla.
Man shot at Lagoon Park in Jordan, police say
The victim was taken to a hospital. Police gave no word on his condition.
Shooting at Robbinsdale park leaves 2 injured
Two people were hurt in a shooting at a Twin Cities park Sunday night, according to police.
Minnetonka doctor taking prosthetics to amputees in Ukraine
A Minnetonka doctor isn't wavering in his commitment to help Ukrainian soldiers injured during the war with Russia.
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Minnesota closes out the weekend with a Top 10 Weather Day
Sunday will start chilly with temperatures in the 40s but will warm up into the upper 70s in the afternoon, which is why WCCO is declaring it a #Top10WeatherDay!
Beautiful weekend forecast on tap for Minnesota
High pressure will clear out most of Friday's clouds, setting us up for a bright, sunny start to the weekend.
Ahead of mosquito season, ticks are already out in Minnesota
While early predictions have warned of a potential surge in mosquito numbers this summer, some are sounding the alarm on a different bloodsucker – ticks are back in business in parts of Minnesota.
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NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report for Minnesota from May 5, 2025
Expect highs in the upper 70s for much of the state, with areas to the north and west climbing into the 80s.
New Tacos and More location in Minneapolis celebrates grand opening on Cinco de Mayo
Monday is Cinco De Mayo, and what better way to celebrate than with tacos?
Monday Motivation: Local man makes the most of his skills
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield has a story to get you going on this Monday morning.
DOJ investigating Hennepin County Attorney’s Office, and more headlines
The U.S. Justice Department is now investigating the Hennepin County Attorney's Office for alleged racial discrimination, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Serious crash closes stretch of Highway 169 near Jordan
A stretch of highway southwest of the Twin Cities is closed Monday morning due to a serious crash, authorities said.
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Timberwolves take on Warriors in round 2 of NBA playoffs
After a gentleman's sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round, the Minnesota Timberwolves have a matchup with the Golden State Warriors up next.
Minnesota Twins rally for 2nd straight road win to beat Red Sox 5-4
The Minnesota Twins took the weekend series against the Boston Red Sox with a 5-4 victory on Sunday.
How a Minneapolis teacher is providing opportunities for local hoopers
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Katie Ledecky breaks her own world record in the 800-meter freestyle
Katie Ledecky now has the top 10 performances all-time in the event, according to USA Swimming.
Kody Clemens leads Twins past Red Sox 4-3
Kody Clemens hit a two-run homer in his first game at Fenway Park - with his famous father in attendance - and the Minnesota Twins beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Saturday.
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Why are the first 100 days of a presidency important?
The first 100 days are a presidential milestone and a benchmark that dates back almost a century.
Why do tulips bloom early?
Tulip season is just beginning in Minnesota, a sign of incoming warmth.
What are the laws for work zones in Minnesota?
With road work back in full swing, enforcement of work zone laws is increasing, too.
Is Minnesota on pace for 100% clean energy in 15 years?
Electrical currents travel in an instant, but the effort to ensure that electricity is generated in a carbon-free way is a years-long journey.
How accurate are hospital TV shows like "The Pitt"?
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
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Minnesota woman creates app that celebrates motherhood
A Minnetonka woman is on a mission to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood: the sleepless nights, caring for a sick kiddo and the tantrum survival.
A Minneapolis church brings well-being sessions to its migrant ministry
A Lutheran church in Minneapolis is taking practical steps to help its mostly Latino immigrant congregation deal with the uncertainty and stress of a Trump administration crackdown.
Minneapolis police search for missing 13-year-old girl
Police are asking the public for help in finding a missing 13-year-old girl in Minneapolis.
Here's how a Minnesota man changed his life
From career criminal to college graduate, Rolando Ruiz escaped a world of drugs and crime to become an example of what turning your life around can look like.
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Gallery: Vietnam through the lens of Arthur Phillips Sr.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Gallery: The new Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
Minnesota severe weather gallery: April 28, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
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Shooting at Robbinsdale park leaves 2 injured
Two people were hurt in a shooting at a Twin Cities park Sunday night, according to police.
Gov. Tim Walz considers cutting taxpayer-funded subsidies for private schools
Part of Minnesota's taxpayer funding has gone towards funding private schools since 1969, but now with a looming budget deficit Gov. Tim Walz is considering cutting funds.
Minnetonka doctor taking prosthetics to amputees in Ukraine
A Minnetonka doctor isn't wavering in his commitment to help Ukrainian soldiers injured during the war with Russia.
Suspect in deadly Park Tavern crash facing new charges
The man accused of driving drunk and killing two people at Park Tavern in St. Louis Park last September is now facing additional charges.
Tips to stay safe during Minnesota's boating season
Sunday's 80 degree temperatures drew many people to Minnesota's 10,000 lakes.
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Man shot at Lagoon Park in Jordan, police say
The victim was taken to a hospital. Police gave no word on his condition.
Highway 169 SB closed near Jordan due to serious crash
A stretch of highway southwest of the Twin Cities is closed Monday morning due to a serious crash, authorities said.
DOJ opens racial discrimination investigation against HCAO
U.S. Department of Justice is opening a racial discrimination investigation against the Hennepin County Attorney's Office for a new policy that would take an individual's race into consideration when making plea deals.
Teen falls into water without a life jacket, saved by Good Samaritan
A 15-year-old boy is doing okay after falling out of a boat Saturday afternoon.
Minnesota House passes a new bipartisan drunken driving bill
The Minnesota House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill to reform the state's DWI polices on Thursday, following a tragic drunk driving accident at a St. Louis Park restaurant last September.
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Wis. Gov. Evers: "I'm not afraid" as border czar suggests possible arrest
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers says every American should be concerned about "chilling" suggestions from President Donald Trump's top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents.
Wisconsin man snake-bitten hundreds of times, often on purpose
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
Police: Girl, 15, missing for nearly 2 weeks found safe
Police say the missing girl has been located safe and have canceled the missing person alert.
Wisconsin superintendent faces 2nd restraining order, officials say
A western Wisconsin teacher has been granted a restraining order against the school district's superintendent, making it the second restraining order filed against him this year.
Remains of woman last seen in 2016 found in Minnesota, police say
The remains of a woman who was last seen nearly nine years ago were found in St. Cloud, Minnesota, police say.
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Gov. Tim Walz considers cutting taxpayer-funded subsidies for private schools
Part of Minnesota's taxpayer funding has gone towards funding private schools since 1969, but now with a looming budget deficit Gov. Tim Walz is considering cutting funds.
Gov. Walz considers cutting taxpayer-funded subsidies for private schools
Part of Minnesota's taxpayer funding has gone towards funding private schools since 1969.
Trump says he will impose 100% tariffs on movies produced outside U.S.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
Trump says he's directing that Alcatraz prison be rebuilt and reopened
Alcatraz, a notorious former prison on an island in San Francisco Bay, once housed some famous gangsters like Al Capone and George "Machine-Gun" Kelly.
Trump: "I don't know" if everyone is entitled to due process
President Trump said he doesn't know if everyone in the U.S., citizens or non-citizens, is entitled to due process.
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Smurfit Westrock plant in St. Paul closing
Smurfit Westrock announced Wednesday that 189 employees at its St. Paul coated recycled board mill will be permanently laid off beginning June 30.
Nordic Ware accused of deceptive labeling in class action lawsuit
The plaintiff claims he would have never bought nearly $45 worth of Nordic Ware's product had he known the aluminium had not been sourced and manufactured in the USA.
How to assess your trees for damage after a strong storm
Hail and strong winds can wreak havoc on trees.
Health alert issued for pork carnitas sold at Aldi
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
On 4/20, frustrations continue over cannabis market slowdowns
While 4/20 is a celebratory time for her, My Little CBD Co., owner Lynn Bialick said she is surprised at how long it's taking just to set up a cannabis marketplace.
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Man shot at Lagoon Park in Jordan, police say
The victim was taken to a hospital. Police gave no word on his condition.
Shooting at Robbinsdale park leaves 2 injured
Two people were hurt in a shooting at a Twin Cities park Sunday night, according to police.
Suspect in deadly Park Tavern crash facing new charges
The man accused of driving drunk and killing two people at Park Tavern in St. Louis Park last September is now facing additional charges.
DOJ opens racial discrimination investigation against HCAO
U.S. Department of Justice is opening a racial discrimination investigation against the Hennepin County Attorney's Office for a new policy that would take an individual's race into consideration when making plea deals.
St. Paul police investigate homicide in Frogtown
Police in St. Paul are investigating a homicide Friday in the city's Frogtown neighborhood.
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Minnetonka doctor taking prosthetics to amputees in Ukraine
A Minnetonka doctor isn't wavering in his commitment to help Ukrainian soldiers injured during the war with Russia.
Minnesota twins diagnosed with a rare form of cancer
Raising twins is tough, and it gets harder when they have an identical health battle. That's the reality for a southern Minnesota family who says their twins were both diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia after birth.
Minnesota tightens oversight of autism and housing services providers
A Minnesota agency is cracking down on providers billing Medicaid for some autism and housing services.
Wisconsin man snake-bitten hundreds of times, often on purpose
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
SharkNinja recalls 1.8 million pressure cookers after burn injuries
The SharkNinja pressure cookers, sold at retailers including Walmart and Amazon, have sparked 26 lawsuits after reports of burn injuries.
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Trump says he will impose 100% tariffs on movies produced outside U.S.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
Brazilian police arrest 2 in thwarted bomb plot at Lady Gaga Rio concert
Organizers of a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro said the event drew more than 2 million to Copacabana Beach.
Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on TV's "Laugh-In," dies at age 88
Ruth Buzzi rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In."
Grand Theft Auto 6 release date punted to May 2026
Rockstar Games apologizes after announcing that Grand Theft Auto 6, its eagerly awaited video game, won't be released until next year.
Sean "Diddy" Combs rejects plea deal in sex trafficking, racketeering case
Sean "Diddy" Combs formally rejected a plea deal offer in court Thursday. It came during the final pre-trial hearing in his sex trafficking and racketeering case.