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Sheriff: Evacuation underway for 100+ anglers after large ice chunk breaks free on Upper Red Lake
The Beltrami County Sheriff's Office says an evacuation is underway for anglers on Upper Red Lake after a large ice chunk broke free Monday.
Court: Jeronimo Yanez, cop who fatally shot Philando Castile, wrongly denied teaching license
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled Monday that a state board must reconsider its rejection of a substitute teaching license for the former police officer who shot and killed Philando Castile in 2016.
NEXT Weather Alert: Tuesday could bring 6-plus inches of snow to parts of MN
After above average highs on Monday, Tuesday will bring snow and a possible NEXT Weather Alert day.
Charges allege Aaron Le shot two at Bloomington restaurant because of jealousy over ex
Authorities allege a man accused of shooting two men inside a Bloomington restaurant last week did so because one of the men was seeing his ex-wife.
Metallica to play 2 shows at U.S. Bank Stadium in summer of 2024
Metallica's newly-announced world tour will stop in Minnesota in 2024.
Steph Curry visits Ladavionne Garrett Jr., Minnesota boy recovering from gunshot injury
"Birthday, Christmas, Thanksgiving. This is all wrapped in one for Junior," said grandmother Sharrie Jenkins. "This is a celebration."
Cyber Monday roundup: The best online deals and tips to avoid being scammed
Cyber Monday, the biggest online shopping day of the season, has arrived. To help you navigate savings – and avoid scams – we've collected the best parts of Cyber Monday.
Jim Pohlad handing "day-to-day Twins leadership responsibilities" to nephew Joe Pohlad
Jim Pohlad said he will "personally remain involved in Twins and Major League Baseball business as the Control Owner."
Minnesota Ice Maze moving from Stillwater to Vikings' HQ in Eagan
A massive ice maze previously on exhibit in Stillwater will move closer to the metro this winter season.
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NEXT Weather: Noon report
A NEXT Weather Alert has been issued for Tuesday due to potentially impactful snow.
How MnDOT is preparing for Tuesday's snowstorm
MnDOT is keeping a close eye on the incoming snow.
Food preview: Yoga Pops
A plant-based snack that fuels the body, mind, and soul. Chef Nalini Mehta is here to show off Yoga Pops.
NEXT Weather: 9 a.m. report
A NEXT Weather Alert has been issued for Tuesday due to heavy snow in the forecast.
Unique holiday gifts from Wild Witchery Co.
If you are looking for a unique holiday gift, why not a piece of jewelry that will last "forever?" Joining us is Hailey Houge with Wild Witchery Co. to talk about the Forever Jewelry trend.
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Jim Pohlad handing "day-to-day Twins leadership responsibilities" to nephew Joe Pohlad
Jim Pohlad said he will "personally remain involved in Twins and Major League Baseball business as the Control Owner."
Report: Vikings' rookie CB Andrew Booth Jr. to undergo knee surgery
Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. reportedly requires knee surgery and could miss the rest of the season.
Steph Curry visits Ladavionne Garrett Jr., Minnesota boy recovering from gunshot injury
"Birthday, Christmas, Thanksgiving. This is all wrapped in one for Junior," said grandmother Sharrie Jenkins. "This is a celebration."
Utes use depth to cruise past Tommies, win 95-66
Gabe Madsen scored 15 points and led five teammates into double-figure scoring as Utah cruised past St. Thomas-Minnesota, 95-66 on Saturday night.
Whalen, Peck lead Women's Basketball Hall of Fame class
Lindsay Whalen, who helped the Minnesota Lynx win four WNBA championships, will be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame next spring as part of a five-member class.
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Why do we stress out over family gatherings?
Family gatherings can bring joy this time of year. But they can also carry a lot of stress, pressure and awkward moments.
How did Thanksgiving football traditions start?
The Minnesota Vikings will soon host their first Thanksgiving game at home. It will be the third of three NFL games that are always played on the holiday.
What's the difference between a winter storm watch, warning and advisory?
The National Weather Service put out alerts to help us prepare. But what's the difference between a winter storm watch, warning and advisory? And how is WCCO making sure you know that message quickly?
When does the next election cycle begin?
As some of last week's votes are still being counted, rumblings of 2024 have already started - with candidates already testing the water on bids for the White House.
How did Minnesota sports teams get their colors?
With the Minnesota Vikings record of 7-1, lots of fans are buying into the purple and gold this season. But why those colors?
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Poinsettias return to Lynde's Greenhouse following deliberately-set fire
When fire severely damaged Lynde Greenhouse & Nursery in early October, the business got a goodwill response in a time of need. The flowering plants were rescued and relocated.
Dawson-area fathers, sons shave heads in solidarity with classmate with alopecia
Friends of 13-year-old Thatcher Johnson threw a head-shaving party, thinking a couple people would join in. But it turned into something much bigger.
How Minnesotans can help people in Somalia dealing with famine, drought
There's a dire situation on the other side of the world that's having a big impact on a community of Minnesotans. A drought is causing havoc in Somalia, the country of origin for about 70,000 Minnesotans.
Family accepts Purple Heart for late veteran Charles Shepherd, wounded in WWI
Thursday was a special day for the family of the late veteran Private Charles Shepherd.
Hopkins community mourns firefighter "Jimmy" Scanlon, who died in line of duty
His comrades came together Wednesday to celebrate his life and service to community, and Main Street was flanked with police squads, fire engines and trucks in honor of a man who served his community well.
Hindu Society of Minnesota stresses past and future, at one of largest U.S. temples
Maple Grove's Hindu temple draws people from across the Midwest. Some drive several hours through several states just to worship there.
Hennepin County adopts land and water acknowledgment statement
Hennepin County is marking the start of Native American Heritage Month with a historic statement: a land and water acknowledgement.
Hennepin County Board adopts Native land and water acknowledgement statement
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday afternoon voted to adopt a land and water acknowledgement statement.
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Notable Deaths in 2022
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
WCCO viewers share their holiday displays
We want to share the joy of the holidays with all of our viewers by sharing your festive displays. Here are some of your best and brightest holiday displays!
The No. 1 movie from the year you were born
Which movie was tops when you had your big premiere?
Britain's royal line of succession
Immediately upon the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, her eldest son, Prince Charles, became the new king. Here is a look at who else is in line.
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Court: Jeronimo Yanez, cop who fatally shot Philando Castile, wrongly denied teaching license
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled Monday that a state board must reconsider its rejection of a substitute teaching license for the former police officer who shot and killed Philando Castile in 2016.
Minnesota Ice Maze moving from Stillwater to Vikings' HQ in Eagan
A massive ice maze previously on exhibit in Stillwater will move closer to the metro this winter season.
Metallica to play 2 shows at U.S. Bank Stadium in summer of 2024
Metallica's newly-announced world tour will stop in Minnesota in 2024.
Charges allege Aaron Le shot two at Bloomington restaurant because of jealousy over ex
Authorities allege a man accused of shooting two men inside a Bloomington restaurant last week did so because one of the men was seeing his ex-wife.
Cyber Monday roundup: The best online deals and tips to avoid being scammed
Cyber Monday, the biggest online shopping day of the season, has arrived. To help you navigate savings – and avoid scams – we've collected the best parts of Cyber Monday.
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Sheriff: Evacuation underway for 100+ anglers after large ice chunk breaks free on Upper Red Lake
The Beltrami County Sheriff's Office says anglers needed to be evacuated on Upper Red Lake after a large ice chunk broke free Monday.
Man sentenced to nearly 50 years in prison for murdering Kristen Bicking
A Virginia, Minnesota man has been sentenced to nearly five decades in prison for the domestic violence killing of 32-year-old Kristen Bicking.
Cyber Monday roundup: The best online deals and tips to avoid being scammed
Cyber Monday, the biggest online shopping day of the season, has arrived. To help you navigate savings – and avoid scams – we've collected the best parts of Cyber Monday.
Attack inside east-central Minnesota home leaves 2 critically hurt; suspect also hospitalized
Two people are in critical condition after an attack early Sunday morning inside a rural Kanabec County residence.
Cold Spring community surpasses fundraising goal to memorialize fallen officers
"I miss him so much," Rosella Decker said. "He was just such a caring person, you know, and he helped me in so many ways."
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Wisconsin's 2022 gun deer hunting season comes to a close
You won't be seeing as much blaze orange across the border in the days ahead
AP source: Wisconsin negotiating with Cincinnati's Fickell to be next Badgers football coach
Wisconsin is negotiating a deal with Cincinnati's Luke Fickell to try to make him the Badgers' next head coach, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Sunday.
Woodworker, doctor team up to send gifts to children from Ukraine
Kale Kvistad is a woodworker who has made 200 wooden trucks for children forced to leave their homes because of the war with Russia.
Wisconsin GOP leaders to push for "long term" tax cuts
Wisconsin Republican legislative leaders said Tuesday they want to tap the state's projected record-high $6.6 billion budget surplus to make "transformational" and once-a-generation tax law changes.
Wisconsin DNR: Opening weekend deer kill up 14% from 2021
The Department of Natural Resources released data that shows hunters registered 103,623 deer over the weekend. That compares with 90,023 deer during last year's opening weekend.
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Talking Points: Minnesota Republicans reckoning with midterm losses ahead of 2024
The election results were a disappointment for Minnesota Republicans, after they failed to capture any of the statewide races and they lost control of the Minnesota Senate.
Minnesota Republicans reckoning with midterm losses ahead of 2024
The election results were a disappointment for Minnesota Republicans after they failed to capture any of the statewide races and they lost control of the state Senate.
Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin discusses Democratic victories in midterms
The DFL won every statewide race and gained unexpected control of both chambers of the Minnesota Legislature and the Governor's Office.
Minnesota GOP Chair David Hann reflects on party's midterm performance
Almost three weeks after the midterm elections, there is a lot of second guessing for Republicans.
China protests spread amid calls for Xi to step down over COVID policies
Protests against China's strict "zero-COVID" policies resurfaced in Shanghai and Beijing on Sunday afternoon, continuing a round of demonstrations that have spread across the country.
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Cyber Monday roundup: The best online deals and tips to avoid being scammed
Cyber Monday, the biggest online shopping day of the season, has arrived. To help you navigate savings – and avoid scams – we've collected the best parts of Cyber Monday.
As holiday shopping season begins, BBB cracks down on online scams
The Better Business Bureau has launched a new scam tracking tool just in time for the biggest online shopping day of the season.
3M launches shipping materials made from recycled products
It's often called the most wonderful time of the year -- but it can also be the most wasteful.
BIPOC Holiday Extravaganza
Two local small businesses teamed up Sunday to host the first-ever holiday extravaganza in partnership with the BIPOC Project.
36,000 expected to pass through MSP Airport Sunday
Sunday marked the single busiest travel day of the Thanksgiving holiday season at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
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Court: Jeronimo Yanez, cop who fatally shot Philando Castile, wrongly denied teaching license
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled Monday that a state board must reconsider its rejection of a substitute teaching license for the former police officer who shot and killed Philando Castile in 2016.
Man sentenced to nearly 50 years in prison for murdering Kristen Bicking
A Virginia, Minnesota man has been sentenced to nearly five decades in prison for the domestic violence killing of 32-year-old Kristen Bicking.
Buffalo mass shooting suspect pleads guilty to murder, terror charges
Gendron, 19, faces an automatic life sentence in prison for murder and hate-motivated terrorism.
What happens when someone goes missing in Indian Country
One woman's family pushed for justice, but was left with more questions than answers about what happened to their sister.
Charges allege Aaron Le shot two at Bloomington restaurant because of jealousy over ex
Authorities allege a man accused of shooting two men inside a Bloomington restaurant last week did so because one of the men was seeing his ex-wife.
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CDC says it's now tracking a new COVID variant known as XBB
The XBB variant has climbed to 3.1% of new COVID cases nationwide, the CDC now estimates.
Health care workers and emergency responders on the job find their own way to celebrate Thanksgiving
Each EMS crew with Allina Health has a Thanksgiving meal to-go, and some brought their own apple pie and ice cream for a treat.
Augsburg football legend Jack Osberg opens up about life with wife's Alzheimer's disease
"Every night I say a prayer, and I ask the good Lord to watch over us, and get Nina some joy, some comfort, some peace," Jack Osberg said.
Parents, pediatricians lament medicine shortages as respiratory illnesses add stress to Thanksgiving
There may not be a shortage of food this Thanksgiving, but there is a shortage of critical medicines to help kids fight the flu and infections.
New Minnesota law boosts economic protections for living organ donors
A new Minnesota law prohibits providers of life, disability and long-term care insurance from charging higher premiums or refusing to cover living organ or bone marrow donors because of their donor status.
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Metallica to play 2 shows at U.S. Bank Stadium in summer of 2024
Metallica's newly-announced world tour will stop in Minnesota in 2024.
Irene Cara, Oscar-winning singer and actress, dies at 63
The cause of death is unknown and funeral services are pending.
"You can't beat it": Holidazzle returns to Loring Park, offers free fun for all
With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, the holiday season is now in full swing. Holidazzle made its return to Loring Park this evening.
When will "Rudolph" and "Frosty" be on TV? See the CBS holiday specials schedule for 2022
Ready to get in the holiday spirit?
Buyers of Bob Dylan's $599 "signed" book find replica autographs
Buyers received a letter confirming their $600 copy was "hand-signed by Bob Dylan." Then the publisher apologized, saying that wasn't the case.