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Shortage of home care nurses keeping babies from going home with their parents
Jamie has been thriving thanks to a tracheotomy that's helping his breathing and development. In fact, he's been ready to go home since September.
Maple Grove police officer helps couple when they needed it most: "Thank you wasn't even enough"
It was a challenging time for the couple. Which is why the next day Diana was surprised to hear noises outside her front door. When she took a look, she found a man and a woman removing ice and snow from their driveway.
Former Twins scouting director Radcliff dies of cancer at 66
Mike Radcliff, who was scouting director for 14 of his 35 years evaluating prospects for the Minnesota Twins, died Friday at age 66 after a nearly four-year bout with pancreatic cancer.
Family of Amir Locke files civil lawsuit against city of Minneapolis
Just over a year after his death, family members of Amir Locke - who was killed by police during a no-knock raid in downtown Minneapolis - have filed a civil lawsuit against the city.
Vice President Kamala Harris to visit St. Cloud next week
The Office of the Vice President says Harris will go to St. Cloud on Feb. 9 to "highlight how the Administration's investments in electric vehicles are creating good-paying, union jobs."
Police identify victims in Bloomington murder-suicide
Dominick Dahmen, 25, and Dale Dahmen, 55, died from multiple gunshot wounds, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner determined. The two men from Buffalo were father and son.
Inside the history of the Minnesota Red Bulls
The Minnesota National Guard is the most deployed guard in the country.
Dog survives being tossed from car during wrong-way chase in north metro
The dog -- who deputies named him "Taho" -- was bloodied, beat up and has a broken leg, among other injuries – but is expected to recover.
Minnesota public safety committee approves four gun control bills
Debate Friday in the committee hearing lasted more than four hours with emotion and pain not limited to one side of the debate.
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How do weather balloons work?
The National Weather Service now has 92 sites where balloons are launched each day.
Bitterly cold temps impacting ice fishing traditions
This time of year, Lake Bemidji is normally filled with ice houses but this year other than just a few on the north and south ends, the lake is largely a ghost town.
How Camp Bow Wow in Eden Prairie protects pets during cold snaps
With single digit and sub-zero temperatures this week, you'll want to make sure you take extra care of your pets.
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New Life Academy one of top ranked boys basketball teams
The New Life Academy is one of the top-ranked boys basketball teams in Class 1-A. Ren Clayton went to Woodbury and learned that the Eagles are trying to strike while the iron is hot.
Two of the best girls hockey teams face off
Two of the best girls hockey teams in the state were snowed out earlier this season. They made it up Friday and we were there.
Playoff atmosphere in boys hockey
Mike Max and Frank Vascellaro look at this week’s happenings in high school winter sports.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says clouds will increase Saturday and temperatures will warm up near 30.
Kamala Harris to visit St. Cloud
Kamala Harris is headed to St. Cloud on Thursday. It’s one of several stops planned following next week’s State of the Union address.
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Magic beat Wolves 127-120 after fight
Cole Anthony had 20 points and fellow reserve Moritz Wagner scored 19 as Orlando's bench propelled the Magic to a 127-120 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Fight between Magic, Timberwolves leads to 5 players ejected
Minnesota guard Austin Rivers and Magic center Mo Bamba were the initial players involved, and it spilled over to include several others on the court.
Former Twins scouting director Radcliff dies of cancer at 66
Mike Radcliff, who was scouting director for 14 of his 35 years evaluating prospects for the Minnesota Twins, died Friday at age 66 after a nearly four-year bout with pancreatic cancer.
All-Star exclusion no sweat for Edwards: "I kind of knew"
"I started the season off bad, so I kind of knew I wasn't going to be an All-Star," Edwards said, later adding: "As long as we go to the playoffs, I don't care."
St. Cloud Crush dance team heads into sectionals, led by legendary Coach Sue Arnold
The dancers on the St. Cloud Crush give their all -- but they credit their success to someone else.
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Why do some people have great voices, and others don't?
Heather Brown visited Apple Valley High School to talk with some choir members headed to Carnegie Hall this spring.
How much first aid should we know? And are classes necessary?
"Emergencies can happen, anywhere, any time," said the American Red Cross' Carrie Carlson-Guest.
What are your rights if you're laid off?
In 2023 alone, more than 234 tech companies have laid off nearly 76,000 workers.
Good Question: What are classified documents?
In the past few weeks, there has been a lot of talk about how sensitive information is stored in Washington.
Why do we use slang?
The English language is ever-evolving, thanks to new words or older ones getting new meanings. That informal type of speaking starts to become natural. So why do we use slang?
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Events to mark Black History Month in Minnesota
There are many ways to celebrate Black History all month long in the Twin Cities, from museum gallery installations and discussions to musical performances, fashion shows and much more.
Minnesota couple sells home, hits the road to capture humans' stories
Many of us have felt the heaviness of the past few years. It was enough for one Minnesota couple to take action the only way they knew how. They sold their home and hit the road.
Community seeks to buy land to keep Maplewood garden for immigrants going
A community garden in Maplewood is trying to buy the land that they currently lease, to ensure they don't lose it. Under drifts of snow Rice Street Gardens lays dormant.
Twin Cities woman bakes 100 cakes, donates all to neighbors and strangers
Her neighbors received the first cake after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the couple to cancel their wedding.
Survivors join Gov. Walz to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day
On Friday, Gabler was among those in attendance at Plymouth Congregational Church for a special program to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The event, co-hosted by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, also welcomed Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
How to mark the start of Lunar New Year in the Twin Cities
Countries across Asia including China, Vietnam, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and more celebrate the event as well as many communities across the United States.
Budger's in Maynard, one of Minnesota's last supper clubs, to close at year's end
A western Minnesota town is losing its only restaurant. Locals say Budger's Dinner House is more than just a place to eat in the town of Maynard.
After COVID moratoriums expire, registry of homeless veterans begins filling up
The growing number of tent cities across the state is proof there is a need for housing in Minnesota. Inside the scattered encampments, homeless veterans have found refuge. MACV sees a rise in veterans looking for help when temperatures drop.
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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.
NEXT Weather: Snowstorms of 2022-2023
It's gonna be a long winter, but thanks to WCCO viewers' photo submissions, it's also going to be a pretty one!
Peeking into the homes of Santa Claus, his elves
We've seen it depicted in countless Christmas movies, but now we're getting an inside look at where Santa and his elves live.
The 25 greatest movies ever
Every 10 years, the British film magazine Sight & Sound invites critics to submit lists of their top 10 movies of all time. These are the results of their poll for 2022.
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Shortage of home care nurses keeping babies from going home with their parents
Jamie has been thriving thanks to a tracheotomy that's helping his breathing and development. In fact, he's been ready to go home since September.
Former Twins scouting director Radcliff dies of cancer at 66
Mike Radcliff, who was scouting director for 14 of his 35 years evaluating prospects for the Minnesota Twins, died Friday at age 66 after a nearly four-year bout with pancreatic cancer.
Police identify victims in Bloomington murder-suicide
Dominick Dahmen, 25, and Dale Dahmen, 55, died from multiple gunshot wounds, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner determined. The two men from Buffalo were father and son.
Maple Grove police officer helps couple when they needed it most: "Thank you wasn't even enough"
It was a challenging time for the couple. Which is why the next day Diana was surprised to hear noises outside her front door. When she took a look, she found a man and a woman removing ice and snow from their driveway.
Minnesota public safety committee approves four gun control bills
Debate Friday in the committee hearing lasted more than four hours with emotion and pain not limited to one side of the debate.
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Vice President Kamala Harris to visit St. Cloud next week
The Office of the Vice President says Harris will go to St. Cloud on Feb. 9 to "highlight how the Administration's investments in electric vehicles are creating good-paying, union jobs."
Minnesota public safety committee approves four gun control bills
Debate Friday in the committee hearing lasted more than four hours with emotion and pain not limited to one side of the debate.
NEXT Weather Alert: Another dose of dangerous cold Friday morning
A NEXT Weather Alert has been issued due to dangerous temperatures, which could bring us the coldest overnight so far this season.
Bitterly cold temps impacting ice fishing traditions
This time of year, Lake Bemidji is normally filled with ice houses but this year other than just a few on the north and south ends, the lake is largely a ghost town.
Minnesota Senate passes "100 Percent by 2040" energy bill
The Minnesota Senate overnight passed a bill setting new climate goals for Minnesota. It will require all utilities to offer 100% clean energy by 2040. Supporters say it's important to help curb climate change, but opponents argue it's too costly and unreliable.
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Wisconsin lawmaker: PFAS pollution seems "insurmountable"
University of Wisconsin-Madison environmental engineering expert Christy Remucal said researchers have not found a way to destroy the chemicals or remove them from the environment on a large scale.
Spending in Wisconsin governor's race shatters record
The total amount spent on the race, which was a national priority for both Republicans and Democrats, topped the previous high of $93 million set in Evers' first win in 2018. It was double the amount spent in the 2014 race.
Snowy conditions lead to massive pile-up in Southern Wisconsin
Snowy conditions led to a massive traffic pile-up in southern Wisconsin on Friday that left Interstate 39/90 blocked for hours, authorities said.
Feds sue Wisconsin military department over discrimination
The lawsuit alleges that Michelle Hartness applied for a supervisory position within Wisconsin Emergency Management, a WDMA division, in 2016 after earning stellar reviews as a state emergency management director over the previous five years.
Wisconsin judge mulls what constitutes an address for voting
A Wisconsin judge is considering whether to make clear that local election officials can accept absentee ballots missing parts of a witnesses address.
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Vice President Kamala Harris to visit St. Cloud next week
The Office of the Vice President says Harris will go to St. Cloud on Feb. 9 to "highlight how the Administration's investments in electric vehicles are creating good-paying, union jobs."
Minnesota public safety committee approves four gun control bills
Debate Friday in the committee hearing lasted more than four hours with emotion and pain not limited to one side of the debate.
Biden aides, writers to go to Camp David to work on State of the Union speech
Author Jon Meacham, chief White House speechwriter Vinay Reddy and longtime aides Anita Dunn, Bruce Reed and Mike Donilon will join Biden.
Walz signs bill making Juneteenth a state holiday
Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill on Friday morning making Juneteenth an official state holiday.
Blinken postpones trip to China as balloon flies over U.S.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has postponed a planned high-stakes weekend diplomatic trip to China.
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THC beverage makers worried about being left out of Minnesota's new cannabis bill
East Lake Craft Brewery has seen a surge in sales from their THC drink "High & Dry." But the current Cannabis Bill has language that could leave the business behind.
Minnesota's favorite Valentine's Day candy is ...
February is here, so you may be shopping for Valentine's Day. If you're planning to buy candy, the Candy Store is out with its most popular Valentine's candy by state.
Minnesota lawmakers once again taking up proposal for legal sports betting
Minnesota State Sen. Jeremy Miller, who authored the bill, pointed out that 36 states, and the District of Columbia, all have legalized sports betting, and every other state in the region allows it.
Minnesota appeals court rules "clean car" standards are constitutional
The ruling comes following a challenge by the Minnesota Auto Dealers' Association. That organization argued that the standards would "violate article I of the Minnesota Constitution."
What to check now in order to keep your car running during this cold snap
Mechanics normally change out 30 dead car batteries in a given week during the winter months but this past weekend they changed out 25 dead batteries in a day and a half.
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Police identify victims in Bloomington murder-suicide
Dominick Dahmen, 25, and Dale Dahmen, 55, died from multiple gunshot wounds, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner determined. The two men from Buffalo were father and son.
Woman pleads guilty for shooting death of Inver Grove Heights man following "erotic massage"
Fotini West, 25, told police in September she went to 43-year-old Lee's house so she could give him an "erotic massage" for money.
Police: 700 cars were stolen in Minneapolis in January
Police in Minneapolis say 700 cars were stolen in January, most of which were taken while the car was still running and a key or fob was left inside.
Colleen Larson, charged in MPD forensic scientist shooting, pleads guilty
A woman charged in the shooting of a Minneapolis Police Department forensic scientist has pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting first-degree attempted murder, two days after her partner-in-crime was sentenced to 18 years in prison.
Charges: 16-year-old boy took gun to school, posted about it on social media
A 16-year-old boy was arrested and charged after he allegedly took a loaded handgun to school.
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Shortage of home care nurses keeping babies from going home with their parents
Jamie has been thriving thanks to a tracheotomy that's helping his breathing and development. In fact, he's been ready to go home since September.
Minneapolis offering free COVID, flu vaccinations
Grab some greens and a vaccine at the Mill City Farmers Market Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Or if you're busy, there are more free clinics throughout the month around the city.
Nonprofit aims to bring therapy dogs to every Minnesota middle school
Derek James introduces us to a therapy pup and her partner who are making sure kids at Monticello Middle School have support, community and a sense of belonging.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
Talking Points: Testing strips legalized in effort to combat fentanyl overdoses
In 2021, Minnesota lost 1,286 lives, while the country lost more than 107,000 to drug overdoses. Esme Murphy took a look at a newly legalized tool in the battle against fentanyl: slim testing strips.
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How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
"What are you listening to?": A simple question, with a universe of possible answers
Music's biggest night is about to be celebrated, as the 65th annual Grammy Award are right around the corner. That got our resident music fanatic A.J. Hilton wondering what's on people's playlists.
Trevor Noah on preparing to host the Grammy Awards: "A crazy journey"
You can watch the Grammy Awards on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Sunday.
Why do some people have great voices, and others don't?
Heather Brown visited Apple Valley High School to talk with some choir members headed to Carnegie Hall this spring.
Beyoncé is going on tour; Will Ticketmaster be able to handle it?
"Hey @Ticketmaster you better have your servers ready!!!" one person tweeted. "Don't screw this up," said another.