Candidates announce campaigns for Eichorn's vacant Minn. Senate seat
After a Minnesota state senator resigned this week over allegations he sought sex from a minor, candidates are announcing their intentions to run for his vacant seat.
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Nearly 600 Iron Range steelworkers to be laid off
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are speaking out after learning hundreds of people are losing their jobs on Minnesota's Iron Range.
Survivors still reckoning with Minnesota's deadliest school shooting
It was March 21, 2005, on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. A 16-year-old gunman killed seven people and wounded nine others before dying by suicide.
St. Paul, Wild seek nearly $400M from state to create new arena complex
The arena—home to the Minnesota Wild and host to several concerts and other events—is 25 years old.
Minn. boy receives groundbreaking muscular dystrophy treatment
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
Eden Prairie man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old boy
A 35-year-old Eden Prairie man is accused of sexually assaulting a boy and coercing him into sending graphic images.
George Foreman, boxing legend and entrepreneur, dies at 76
George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
North Minneapolis sees 10-year low in violent crime
In what city leaders are calling a major victory, Minneapolis has seen a remarkable turnaround in a part of town plagued by violence.
Charges filed in Twin Cities drug trafficking, kidnapping conspiracy
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota says the group of 11 people conspired to possess methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it.
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Weather officials warn against additional NOAA job cuts
One of the agency's partners, the American Meteorological Society, warned separately that "the consequences to the American people will be large and wide-ranging, including increased vulnerability to hazardous weather."
"Blood Worm Moon" may be visible in parts of Minnesota overnight. Maps show cloud coverage.
Despite a forecast that includes cloudy skies in Minnesota, you still may be able to see the total lunar eclipse in the overnight hours.
Southern Minnesota couple shares word of caution amid red flag warnings
Twenty-seven counties in Minnesota were under a red flag warning on Monday amid warm and dry conditions.
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WCCO digital update: Afternoon of March 21, 2025
Erin Hassanzadeh has the latest headlines and updates.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. forecast from March 21, 2025
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast, including what you can expect to come your way this weekend.
Officials say a cigarette may have been cause of apartment fire
A dramatic video of an apartment complex on fire in Robbinsdale has been making its round on social media. After further investigation, officials now say they think a cigarette may have been the culprit. WCCO's Jonah Kaplan has the story.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. report for Minnesota from March 21, 2025
Friday night will be a cool one, but we’ll warm back to average on Saturday.
Community fights back against St. Paul’s plan to cut down trees
In the Twin Cities, an "X" marks the spot where dozens of trees are set to be cut down. They all stand along one street in St. Paul where they have been part of the Como Park neighborhood for decades.
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George Foreman, boxing legend and entrepreneur, dies at 76
George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
Augsburg women's hockey to play in DIII NCAA Tournament for 1st time
The MIAC women's hockey champions are competing in the Division III NCAA tournament this week — for the first time in the program's 30-year history.
High School Sports Rally: Tartan coach reaches 700 wins
Hear from Tartan men's basketball coach Mark Klingsporn, who just won his 700th career game. Plus, see which boys hockey teams from Class AA have stamped their ticket to the state tournament.
Wisconsin back in March Madness win column as they beat Montana
The Badgers pulled away for their first March Madness win in three years.
Wild get three quick goals to start game, beat Kraken 4-0
Ryan Hartman, Matt Boldy and Liam Ohgren scored 1 minute, 42 seconds apart early in the first period and the Minnesota Wild beat the Seattle Kraken 4-0 on Wednesday night.
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Here's how potential Medicaid cuts could impact Minnesotans
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
Doctor shares best remedies for congestion, seasonal allergies
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
How do wildlife officials count the fish in Minnesota's lakes?
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
Why do schools have spring break?
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
What does "Made in America" mean?
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
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WCCO alum Caroline Lowe inducted into Minn. Broadcasters Hall of Fame
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Brothers to run Boston Marathon — pushing their dad with ALS the whole way
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Minnesotans reflect on COVID pandemic 5 years after lockdown
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Karen refugees reconnect on study abroad trip to Thailand
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Family back home after fulfilling final wish of son with rare disorder
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
World War II veteran shares stories from the frontlines
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
Men arrested in alleged sexual assault of St. Cloud college student
Two men accused of sexually assaulting a central Minnesota college student have been arrested.
Community comes together for firefighter battling cancer
A decades-long Minneapolis firefighter is now fighting another battle of his own. Six months ago, Mark Lakosky was diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
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Minnesota snowstorm gallery: March 5, 2025
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
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: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
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St. Paul residents angered by plans to cut down dozens of trees
Residents along Parkview Avenue in St. Paul are leveling a lawsuit against the city, claiming officials weren't transparent in their plans to tear down beloved trees.
New tool stops spread of fire at Twin Cities metro apartment complex
Five people have been displaced as a result of Thursday's fire, police say.
St. Paul residents may see trash collection interrupted over dispute
Residents in St. Paul may not have their trash picked up starting on April 1 after the City Council delayed a proposal from a garbage contractor.
Walz's revised budget cuts hundreds of millions with deficit looming
Weeks after budget forecasters predicted a precipitous drop in Minnesota's surplus, Gov. Tim Walz has released a revised budget that his office says cuts hundreds of millions of dollars in spending in the coming years to fend off an impending deficit.
2 years later, Disney arts program at a Twin Cities school is thriving
Two years ago, WCCO introduced audiences to a program that is helping Twin Cities area public elementary schools create a culture of musical theater. Derek James returned to one of the schools taking part to see the progress.
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Conservationists react to executive order lifting mining restrictions
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
Survivors still reckoning with Minnesota's deadliest school shooting
It was March 21, 2005, on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. A 16-year-old gunman killed seven people and wounded nine others before dying by suicide.
Minn. boy receives groundbreaking muscular dystrophy treatment
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
Walz's revised budget cuts hundreds of millions with deficit looming
Weeks after budget forecasters predicted a precipitous drop in Minnesota's surplus, Gov. Tim Walz has released a revised budget that his office says cuts hundreds of millions of dollars in spending in the coming years to fend off an impending deficit.
Dangerous Man Brewing Co. to fully cease operations at end of month
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
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Early voting in Wis. Supreme Court race tests enthusiasm on both sides
Wisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
Wisconsin men, Iowa women highlight local NCAA Tournament selections
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
Minneapolis woman arrested in Wisconsin for an OWI while driving with a child
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls now offers a cheesemaking course
University of Wisconsin-River Falls debuts it a cheesemaking course at its on-campus dairy plant.
Wis. voters whose ballots were not counted in election seek damages
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
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Conservationists react to executive order lifting mining restrictions
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
St. Paul, Minnesota Wild seek state funding to overhaul Xcel Energy Center complex
The Minnesota Wild and St. Paul city leaders want the state to help renovate the Xcel Energy Center complex.
Trump’s executive order on mining has Boundary Waters advocates fearing the worst
Some who love the Boundary Waters are fearing the worst after President Trump lifted mining restrictions across the U.S.
U.S. to revoke legal status of more than a half-million migrants
A total of 532,000 migrants from from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela entered the U.S. under the CHNV policy.
Walz's revised budget cuts hundreds of millions with deficit looming
Weeks after budget forecasters predicted a precipitous drop in Minnesota's surplus, Gov. Tim Walz has released a revised budget that his office says cuts hundreds of millions of dollars in spending in the coming years to fend off an impending deficit.
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Dangerous Man Brewing Co. to fully cease operations at end of month
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
Iron Door Pub isn't the only business leaving a popular Minneapolis neighborhood
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
Minneapolis renters demand action from Utah-based property managers
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
Legislators plot food insecurity solutions amid federal funding cuts
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
What does "Made in America" mean?
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
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Eden Prairie man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old boy
A 35-year-old Eden Prairie man is accused of sexually assaulting a boy and coercing him into sending graphic images.
Charges filed in Twin Cities drug trafficking, kidnapping conspiracy
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota says the group of 11 people conspired to possess methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it.
Trial begins for 4 accused in torture of drug cartel debtor in St. Paul
The jury trial is underway for the four people accused of kidnapping and torturing a man in St. Paul, Minnesota, over alleged drug debts to a Mexican cartel.
Threats pour into Justin Eichorn's family business after criminal charges
A Grand Rapids store owned by the uncle of former Minnesota state Sen. Justin Eichorn is now receiving threatening phone calls.
North Minneapolis sees 10-year low in violent crime
In what city leaders are calling a major victory, Minneapolis has seen a remarkable turnaround in a part of town plagued by violence.
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Minn. boy receives groundbreaking muscular dystrophy treatment
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
Here's how potential Medicaid cuts could impact Minnesotans
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
Doctor shares best remedies for congestion, seasonal allergies
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in infant formula, RFK Jr. says
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Federal focus on deportation worries those who help Minn. refugees
As the federal government ramps up deportation efforts, an area organization says those efforts are striking fear into the wrong hearts.
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Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
How to watch the NCAA March Madness 2025 tournament live
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Steve Miller Band set to play Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
Iconic classic rock band Steve Miller Band is taking a jet airliner to the Twin Cities this summer.
Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Minneapolis' Outta Wax is keeping vinyl alive and well
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.