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Live Updates: Hurricane Ian makes landfall in Florida
Millions of Floridians were under evacuation orders as wind and rain from the massive storm, which has left Cuba in the dark, started lashing the state.
NFL confirms Minneapolis as backup stadium if Bucs vs. Chiefs game moved due to Hurricane Ian
The matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers is still scheduled to take place in Florida on Sunday night, but the NFL says the game will take place in Minneapolis if it's forced to move because of Hurricane Ian.
Don Shelby takes WCCO for tour of almost no-waste, no-fossil fuels house
Shelby knows he's lucky to have been able to save up enough money to make this house happen, but he says doing small things to make your house more efficient will save you in the long run.
Sauk Rapids man, 21, pleads guilty to making, selling "ghost guns"
The U.S. Attorney's Office accuses Jay James Olson of "willfully engaging in the business of manufacturing firearms without a license."
Buckle up, America: The Fed wants to put you out of a job
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says curbing inflation will cause pain. Critics say putting millions out of work is unnecessary.
Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
Walz has $3.2M, Jensen has $864K for final weeks of campaign
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz has $3.2 million in cash on hand heading into the final weeks of the campaign, while Republican challenger Scott Jensen has $864,000 left in the bank.
Minneapolis resident living near gang warzone installs bulletproof bed headboard: "I sleep very calmly"
Juliee Oden is one of eight north-side residents who filed a lawsuit in the summer of 2020, calling on the city to hire more police officers. Now she sleeps behind a bullet-proof headboard.
Lizzo plays James Madison's 200-year-old crystal flute at DC concert
"B****, I just twerked and played James Madison's crystal flute from the 1800s," she said to the crowd. "We just made history tonight!"
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NEXT Weather: Frosty start to sunny Wednesday
Wednesday is off to a frosty start, and though we'll see plenty of sunshine later on, temperatures will stay below average.
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WCCO's NEXT Weather team are always looking for what's next in Minnesota's rapidly-changing weather environments.
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In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
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A preview of the District 2 rematch of Craig, Kistner
The 2nd District has about the same number of Democrats as it does Republicans.
Lesson in leadership at Civil Air Patrol
The nonprofit for youths is volunteer-based. It's been around since the 1940s.
NEXT Weather: 4 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that temperatures should rebound back into the 70s this weekend.
Minnesota volunteers pitch in as hurricane approaches
As millions of Floridians evacuated ahead of Hurricane Ian, volunteers from Minnesota are making their way down into the path of the storm.
A ground-level look from Tampa as Hurricane Ian moves in
Jason Allen with CBS News is standing by in Tampa, Florida as the storm unleashes on the sunshine state.
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NFL confirms Minneapolis as backup stadium if Bucs vs. Chiefs game moved due to Hurricane Ian
The matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers is still scheduled to take place in Florida on Sunday night, but the NFL says the game will take place in Minneapolis if it's forced to move because of Hurricane Ian.
Wallner, Ober highlight Twins' 4-0 victory over White Sox
Matt Wallner hit a two-run homer, Bailey Ober had a career-high 10 strikeouts and the Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago White Sox 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Twin Cities Marathon marks 40th year this weekend
You can expect to see a lot of runners in town for this Sunday's marathon. This is the 40th year for what's called the "most beautiful urban marathon in America."
Vikings' stadium could reportedly host Chiefs-Bucs game due to Hurricane Ian
The Minnesota Vikings are playing in London this weekend, but according to one report, U.S. Bank Stadium may still host a football game on Sunday.
Wolves' Edwards "working to be better" after homophobic post
Anthony Edwards said he's "willing to do whatever it takes to make it right" with the LBGTQ community and Minnesota Timberwolves fans following the homophobic remarks he recently made on social media.
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What is the ideal indoor temperature?
It's that time of year when we keep tweaking our thermostat in search for the "magic number."
When should kids be allowed to have a phone?
If you have a child between 6 and 12, there's a good chance they've asked you for a cellphone.
Can a sudden change in temperature affect our health?
The temperature plunge can be tough mentally and physically, too, as some people complain of cold symptoms, headaches and feeling off-kilter.
Is summer getting longer, or are other seasons getting shorter?
This month, temperatures have been above average for 12 out of 19 days in the Twin Cities.
Is the traditional "snow day" a thing of the past?
As students get into the swing of things at school, they're getting a tough reminder that a surprise day off might not be there.
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Donations from WCCO viewers boost scholarships for north Mpls. students
Donations are making a difference for north Minneapolis students. Since launching in 2018, Wilson's Image College scholarships have increased from $500 per student to $2,500.
Excavating the history of a Black church in Hastings burned down in early 1900s
It's a part of Hastings history that is just now being talked about: A Black church that was burned down in the early 1900s.
New children's book looks at George Floyd protests through the eyes of young girl
The marching, the chanting, the passion. Over the past few years, it's become part of the become part of the Minnesota landscape, and it's not just adults who are watching
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Blaine PD: Carjacking suspect shot at a father who was trying to protect daughter
Blaine police are asking for the public's help in identifying an armed carjacking suspect.
1 of 2 boys arrested in Richfield H.S. football game shooting charged
Over the weekend, a 15-year-old and 16-year-old boy were taken into custody. One of them has since been released.
NFL confirms Minneapolis as backup stadium if Bucs vs. Chiefs game moved due to Hurricane Ian
The matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers is still scheduled to take place in Florida on Sunday night, but the NFL says the game will take place in Minneapolis if it's forced to move because of Hurricane Ian.
Minnesotans with Florida ties brace for Hurricane Ian's impact
Minnesotans with connections to Florida might be far from the hurricane, but they're watching it closely.
Rock The Garden music festival in Minneapolis won't return next year
A longtime summer favorite in Minneapolis will not be returning next year.
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Sauk Rapids man, 21, pleads guilty to making, selling "ghost guns"
The U.S. Attorney's Office accuses Jay James Olson of "willfully engaging in the business of manufacturing firearms without a license."
70-year-old on tractor killed in southern Minnesota crash
Authorities say a 70-year-old man driving a tractor was killed in a crash in southern Minnesota Tuesday night.
2 people and 2 dogs found dead inside northern Minnesota home
A woman, man and two dogs were found dead inside a northern Minnesota residence Tuesday morning.
Minnesota "snowbirds" brace for Hurricane Ian to hit Florida
With so many Minnesotans living in Florida part-time, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety issued a warning on Tuesday, encouraging to people to reach out to their loved ones in Florida to make sure they have an emergency preparedness plan.
Red Cross volunteers from Minnesota, Dakotas, head to Florida to aid with Hurricane Ian relief
As Hurricane Ian quickly approaches Florida, Red Cross volunteers from Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota are traveling to the region to be ready to assist when the storm hits.
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Wisconsin GOP files 2 open records lawsuits
The lawsuits were filed Tuesday and come the day after a conservative law firm, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, sued the state parole commission seeking records about paroles that have been granted.
Darrell Brooks Jr. wants to defend himself in fatal Wisconsin parade attack
A man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens of others by driving an SUV through a Christmas parade in Wisconsin last year wants to represent himself in a trial that is scheduled to begin in a little more than a week.
Kamala Harris talks abortion, makes appeal to voters in Wisconsin
Harris also spoke at a meeting of the Democratic Attorneys General Association, urging them to "fight back" for abortion rights and against those she called "extremist, so-called leaders" who were attempting to make it harder to vote.
Wisconsin agent charged in nonfatal shooting of unarmed man
The charge stems from the Feb. 3 shooting of Quadren Wilson, who survived. Wilson is Black and Wagner is white, and Wilson's family has said they believe race was a factor in the shooting.
"We didn't really expect it": Cleaning up after late summer hail storm
River Falls was hit hard with massive baseball-sized hail. There's anything from dents and dings to shattered windshields on some cars that were parked outside during Tuesday's storms.
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A preview of the District 2 rematch of Craig, Kistner
The 2nd District has about the same number of Democrats as it does Republicans.
Buckle up, America: The Fed wants to put you out of a job
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says curbing inflation will cause pain. Critics say putting millions out of work is unnecessary.
Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
Walz has $3.2M, Jensen has $864K for final weeks of campaign
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz has $3.2 million in cash on hand heading into the final weeks of the campaign, while Republican challenger Scott Jensen has $864,000 left in the bank.
EU official says Nord Stream pipeline damage was likely "a deliberate act"
Seismologists say explosions rattled the Baltic Sea before unusual leaks were discovered Tuesday on the two underwater pipelines running from Russia to Germany.
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University of Minnesota to refund students for lack of food in dining halls
Officials cite "ongoing staffing shortages" for the substandard dining experiences so far this school year.
Viral video of rodent dining in Minneapolis restaurant puts work of health inspectors in focus
Health inspectors are busy this time of year as colder weather prompts mice to move inside restaurants and stores.
Ex-police officer hopes device he invented, Top Kontrol, curbs carjackings
If the doors open while the car is running, the Top Kontrol device assumes a carjacking is taking place. The thief can drive the vehicle for about 15 seconds before it shuts down and an alarm goes off.
Federal Reserve Bank rep says expect higher unemployment in 2023, more interest rate hikes
Abigail Wozniak says the fed is hoping inflation might make some significant budging by the end of next year through 2024. We have a ways to go, and there will be short-term pain to get inflation down.
"Cold weather rule" goes into effect earlier than usual, on Oct. 1
Customers who may have difficulty paying their heating bill are encouraged to take advantage of energy assistance and make a payment plan.
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Sauk Rapids man, 21, pleads guilty to making, selling "ghost guns"
The U.S. Attorney's Office accuses Jay James Olson of "willfully engaging in the business of manufacturing firearms without a license."
Blaine PD: Carjacking suspect shot at a father who was trying to protect daughter
Blaine police are asking for the public's help in identifying an armed carjacking suspect.
1 of 2 boys arrested in Richfield H.S. football game shooting charged
Over the weekend, a 15-year-old and 16-year-old boy were taken into custody. One of them has since been released.
Capitol rioter from Iowa, a "one-man wrecking ball," gets 7-year term
Kyle Young cried as he apologized to former D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone and said he wished he could take back his actions of that day.
Judge finds mother charged with murdering her son competent to stand trial
Orono police found the body of Eli Hart in the trunk of Julissa Thaler's car back in May.
Health News
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What is the ideal indoor temperature?
It's that time of year when we keep tweaking our thermostat in search for the "magic number."
Connor Erickson transferred to Mayo rehab program following head injury
The Brainerd high school football player was injured Sept. 9 during a game against Moorhead.
Viral video of rodent dining in Minneapolis restaurant puts work of health inspectors in focus
Health inspectors are busy this time of year as colder weather prompts mice to move inside restaurants and stores.
Ethan Glynn making steady improvement, eyes treatment at Colorado hospital
Family members say Ethan Glynn, the high school student who was paralyzed while playing football earlier this month, is steadily improving and could soon move to Colorado for treatment.
Family: Connor Erickson, injured in football game, shows improvement
Things are looking up for Conner Erickson, who suffered a serious head injury during a high school football game.
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Lizzo plays James Madison's 200-year-old crystal flute at DC concert
"B****, I just twerked and played James Madison's crystal flute from the 1800s," she said to the crowd. "We just made history tonight!"
Rock The Garden music festival in Minneapolis won't return next year
A longtime summer favorite in Minneapolis will not be returning next year.
Betty White memorabilia auction rakes in $4 million
The top selling item was a piece from "The Golden Girls" set, which earned 76 times its original estimate.
Rihanna to headline Super Bowl halftime show
The Super Bowl will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12.
Twin Cities Film Fest 2022 lineup includes "Till," "Empire of Light," "She Said"
The Twin Cities Film Fest has unveiled its lineup for the 2022 festival and, as it often does, it contains a number of films tipped for this year's Oscars and year-end top 10 lists.
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Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
Queen Elizabeth II through the years
A look at the extraordinary life of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest reigning monarch.
Pro football week 1: Packers at Vikings (Sept. 11, 2022)
The Minnesota Vikings are kicking off their 2022 season against the rival green Bay Packers. It was a match expected to draw tens of thousands to Downtown Minneapolis.
Minnesotans capture northern lights on Sept. 4, 2022
The northern lights glowed brightly in the skies over Minnesota Saturday night.