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Northern lights likely visible throughout Minnesota Thursday night
Some Minnesotans may be in for a dazzling show in the night's sky Thursday.
At least 1 dead in South St. Paul home explosion; police say homeowner is "alive and well"
Neighbors tell WCCO they heard several "booms" before seeing the house engulfed in flames.
Vikings legend Jared Allen says team shouldn't bring back Kirk Cousins: "Nothing personal"
Legendary Vikings pass rusher Jared Allen isn't mincing words when it comes to quarterback Kirk Cousins' possible return to the team next season.
Chance north Minneapolis encounter leads to new family, outlook on life for young boy
Tyrone Fischer has a new mom and a new outlook on life after a chance encounter five years ago in a street in north Minneapolis.
Sen. Rand Paul performed Heimlich maneuver on choking Sen. Joni Ernst during GOP lunch
Sen. Joni Ernst, a Republican from Iowa, was choking on food during a luncheon when fellow Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky performed the Heimlich maneuver on her.
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
Collective bargaining ban in Wisconsin under attack by unions after Supreme Court majority flips
Seven unions representing teachers and other public workers in Wisconsin have filed a lawsuit attempting to end the state's near-total ban on collective bargaining for most public employees.
Guess which Minnesota burger spot made Yelp's Top 100 list
Consumer review website Yelp recently released its list of the 100 best burger spots in America, and you may be surprised to learn which Minnesota eatery made the list.
Inheritance money in dispute after death of Sioux Falls woman who made millions off T. rex sale
For years, the the massive mostly-intact dinosaur skeleton that came to be known as Sue the T-rex was at the center of a legal battle.
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Here's how to look for northern lights in Minnesota tonight
Some Minnesotans may be in for a dazzling show in the night's sky Thursday.
WCCO Weather Watcher files our 1 millionth report, ahead of WWN's 11th anniversary
Director of Meteorology and NEXT Weather Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak started the program in 2012, and it's been growing ever since. At last count, there are more than 2,000 volunteers who have contributed to the network.
A look at Thanksgiving weather extremes and Minnesota's fastest-warming season
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports on Thanksgiving weather extremes around Minnesota, the two November records that could fall this month, and how Thanksgiving and winter are warming faster than any other time of year.
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NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. report on Nov. 30, 2023
There's a chance you'll get to see the northern lights, especially between midnight and 3 a.m. Friday.
How one family was created by a chance encounter in north Minneapolis
There are nearly 1,100 kids in the foster care system, and Hennepin County has a great need for foster and adoptive parents.
Hamas frees more hostages hours before latest extension in cease-fire expired
Hamas freed more hostages on Thursday, hours before the latest extension in the cease-fire with Israel was about to expire.
MinnPost poll shows Biden leading Trump in Minnesota
A new poll shows the race for president in Minnesota is a toss up with the election now less than a year away.
Judge sentences Paul Harris to 40 years for killing pregnant girlfriend
Harris pleaded guilty to killing 21-year-old Gabriella Dehoyos in a drive-by shooting this March.
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The Vikings are relishing Brian Flores running their defense as long as they can
The Minnesota Vikings have survived an 0-3 start and a slew of injuries to maintain control of a spot in the playoffs with five games to go.
Vikings legend Jared Allen says team shouldn't bring back Kirk Cousins: "Nothing personal"
Legendary Vikings pass rusher Jared Allen isn't mincing words when it comes to quarterback Kirk Cousins' possible return to the team next season.
Gopher volleyball playing at highest level of the season as they enter first round of NCAA Tournament
The team has faced challenges this year — a coaching transition and some key losses to unranked teams in the middle of the season — but they're heating up at just the right time. That's the message Head Coach Keegan Cook is pushing: this team hasn't played their best volleyball yet.
Dallas police issue arrest warrant for Buffalo Bills LB Von Miller
Police say Miller got into a verbal argument with a pregnant woman that escalated to assault.
Following Adam Johnson's death, the UK hockey league and its many "import" players play on
"Import" hockey players in the United Kingdom don't earn big salaries but the lifestyle and perks are pretty good.
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This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
"The Mary Tyler Moore Show" continues to leave its mark on Minneapolis half a century later
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an iconic show from the 70s put Minneapolis on the map, and why this year marks a special anniversary in the show's history.
Finding Minnesota: For 4 decades, Dennis Foy has painted commemorative Vikings game footballs
For nearly 40 years, Dennis Foy has been on the receiving end of footballs from the Vikings. They send him dozens each season along with emails about whose name they want on the game ball, and what they want it to say.
Jasper man's old-school windmill collection draws visitors from across the country
In 1999, Terry Rodman built a windmill for his wife, from scratch. Then, to balance things out, he put up a farm windmill — and people around Jasper, took notice.
Mother-daughter duo turns 98-year-old Mobil station into Airbnb
Peterson, Minnesota in Fillmore County is known for bluffs, bike trails and a nearly 100-year-old gas station that now serves a new purpose.
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Chance north Minneapolis encounter leads to new family, outlook on life for young boy
Tyrone Fischer has a new mom and a new outlook on life after a chance encounter five years ago in a street in north Minneapolis.
This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
New Fort Snelling exhibit showcases Minnesota's diverse history
A two-year rehabilitation and improvement project features a final piece — a new exhibit called "Many Voices, Many Stories, One Place."
Smith Foundry president believes pollution concerns will be cleared up after more EPA testing
The president admits when they took over, there were problems with record keeping and some equipment not working properly, and points to a misinterpretation of their reports.
"Be a Santa to a Senior" program aims to make sure no one is left forgotten this holiday season
The program allows shoppers to brighten the holiday for those in need by picking up personalized gifts for older adults, who they adopt through displays at local stores.
Minnesota should avoid record low snow for November
An overnight influx of snow is a rarity for November
Minnesota's Hmong population celebrates New Year
The annual Minnesota Hmong New Year celebration kicked off in St. Paul
The Man-Up club is opening its doors with the aim to mentor youth
The new Man-Up club has opened its doors. Their hope is to be a safe place for youth in the community.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Items sold at "The Fashion of Prince" auction
Here's a look at some of the hot items on auction at "The Fashion of Prince."
Minnesota state flag and seal submissions: The good, the bad, and the loony
Minnesota leaders tasked the state's residents with helping to reimagine the state's flag and emblem. The citizenry has delivered, with designs running the gamut of reverent to just plain ridiculous.
Halloween NICU Babies
Lots of people will be out in costumes on Tuesday night, but these babies who are dressed up in the NICU might be the cutest of them all.
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Chance north Minneapolis encounter leads to new family, outlook on life for young boy
Tyrone Fischer has a new mom and a new outlook on life after a chance encounter five years ago in a street in north Minneapolis.
Clyde Lee III charged with murder in fatal February shooting near Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Court documents accuse Lee of shooting 25-year-old Deveall McClendon on Feb. 6 near Lyndale Avenue South and Vineland Place.
Biden's Candidates For SCOTUS Vacancy Include Minnesota's Wilhelmina Wright
Wright has held the position since 2016, after serving as a state district court judge, an appellate court judge and a justice on the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Gopher volleyball playing at highest level of the season as they enter first round of NCAA Tournament
The team has faced challenges this year — a coaching transition and some key losses to unranked teams in the middle of the season — but they're heating up at just the right time. That's the message Head Coach Keegan Cook is pushing: this team hasn't played their best volleyball yet.
Eden Prairie marking infected ash trees across city, with plans to remove some
Beginning this winter, the city of Eden Prairie will mark, and later remove, trees on private and public property that are infected with Emerald Ash Borer.
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Biden's Candidates For SCOTUS Vacancy Include Minnesota's Wilhelmina Wright
Wright has held the position since 2016, after serving as a state district court judge, an appellate court judge and a justice on the Minnesota Supreme Court.
This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
2 dead, 1 injured in Kandiyohi County crash late Wednesday morning
The 83-year-old driver of the Chrysler as well as a 76-year-old passenger, both from Blomkest, died from their injuries.
"You can really tell that they care,": Minnesota veteran gets support from local nonprofit
Far too many Minnesota veterans don't have a safe place to call home or are on the brink of homelessness. The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans is trying to change that.
Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand
The ads for diabetes drugs are impossible to escape. Their side effect of major weight loss continues to make them surge in popularity. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into the other side effects and the staggering out-of-pocket costs.
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Western Wisconsin barn fire kills 150+ animals, causes $225K in damage
More than 150 animals were killed in a blaze at a western Wisconsin barn Wednesday morning.
Official who posted "ballot selfie" in Wisconsin has felony charge dismissed
A local Wisconsin official who posted a selfie with his marked ballot on Facebook during the April 2022 election has had a felony charge against him dropped.
Report: Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers used alternate email under name of Hall of Fame pitcher
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers used an alternative state email account using the name of Hall of Fame Milwaukee Braves pitcher Warren Spahn.
Animal welfare advocates file lawsuit challenging Wisconsin's new wolf management plan
Animal welfare advocates are suing to stop Wisconsin's new wolf management plan.
Wisconsin Dems urge state's highest court to overturn Republican-drawn legislative maps
Democrats are urging the Wisconsin Supreme Court to overturn Republican-drawn legislative maps.
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Sen. Rand Paul performed Heimlich maneuver on choking Sen. Joni Ernst during GOP lunch
Sen. Joni Ernst, a Republican from Iowa, was choking on food during a luncheon when fellow Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky performed the Heimlich maneuver on her.
Collective bargaining ban in Wisconsin under attack by unions after Supreme Court majority flips
Seven unions representing teachers and other public workers in Wisconsin have filed a lawsuit attempting to end the state's near-total ban on collective bargaining for most public employees.
Biden's Candidates For SCOTUS Vacancy Include Minnesota's Wilhelmina Wright
Wright has held the position since 2016, after serving as a state district court judge, an appellate court judge and a justice on the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Senate panel votes to subpoena key GOP figures in Supreme Court ethics probe
All 11 Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee voted to approve subpoenas for Harlan Crow and Leonard Leo.
Govs. Ron DeSantis, Gavin Newsom to face off in unusual debate today
Florida's Ron DeSantis, a GOP presidential candidate, is taking on California's Gavin Newsom, who is a Biden surrogate and not a 2024 candidate, in a debate moderated by Fox's Sean Hannity.
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Report: Inflation impacting Minnesotans more than national average
New numbers from the federal government show the average American needs nearly $11,500 in additional funds just to maintain the same standard of living they enjoyed in 2021.
This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
When will MSP get renewable aviation fuel, which could cut emissions by 80% or more?
Sustainable aviation fuel is a combination of cooking oil, non-food crops, solid waste and industrial waste gasses from processes like steel making. The beauty is it can be used in existing planes and we can transport it through existing pipelines.
Thousands of syringes containing "vaginal tightening gel" seized at MSP Airport, CBP says
CBP officials say the individually wrapped pink packages have an estimated resale value of more than $19,000.
Tips for protecting your packages from porch pirates this holiday season
More than 71 million Americans are expected to shop Cyber Monday sales according to the National Retail Federation. That means millions of packages delivered to homes across the country and millions of targets for porch pirates.
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Clyde Lee III charged with murder in fatal February shooting near Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Court documents accuse Lee of shooting 25-year-old Deveall McClendon on Feb. 6 near Lyndale Avenue South and Vineland Place.
Paul Harris sentenced in fatal drive-by shooting of pregnant woman in St. Paul
A 24-year-old man has been sentenced for fatally shooting a pregnant woman in St. Paul earlier this year.
Violent Minneapolis carjacking victim struggles in the aftermath: "My life could have been over"
She was attacked, carjacked and concussed, and a woman said what's happened since then is just adding to her headache.
MPD: 3 teens lead police on chase after backing into squad car
Three teens were arrested in Minneapolis after backing into a squad car and leading police on a chase Tuesday evening.
Cup Foods sues Minneapolis, Mayor Frey over loss of business at George Floyd Square
Area business owners say they "have suffered tremendous economic hardships as well as threats and actual harm to the physical well-being of its owners and tenants."
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Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand
The ads for diabetes drugs are impossible to escape. Their side effect of major weight loss continues to make them surge in popularity. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into the other side effects and the staggering out-of-pocket costs.
Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
Recalled Burn Boot Camp snacks were sold at locations run by gym franchises throughout the U.S.
Hennepin Healthcare nurses vote "no confidence" in CEO ahead of 2024 budget decision
The Hennepin Healthcare board of directors tells us they were able to minimize the negative impacts of benefit changes, and will continue to offer competitive pay and pension plans, stating they currently have a 90% retention rate.
Mayo Clinic announces $5 billion expansion of Minnesota campus
Mayo will add five new buildings with 2.4 million square feet of space as part of the project. They'll be designed so their spaces can be easily converted to new uses when needs change, such as from patient rooms to operating rooms.
Thousands of syringes containing "vaginal tightening gel" seized at MSP Airport, CBP says
CBP officials say the individually wrapped pink packages have an estimated resale value of more than $19,000.
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Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
Sever's Holiday Light Show returns to Shakopee
A holiday tradition is once again shining brightly in Shakopee.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.