Rep. Ilhan Omar calls Trump "sad and miserable" as Minnesota leaders react to debate
Reaction is pouring in about Tuesday night's highly anticipated debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
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Panel to investigate 7 autopsies performed by former Ramsey Co. medical examiner
Several convictions linked to Michael McGee's reports and testimony have since been amended or thrown out.
Wayzata 9/11 memorial vandalized days before anniversary
The memorial is dedicated to a Minnesotan who lost his life in the attack on the Twin Towers as well as the nearly 3,000 other victims.
Smash-and-grabs being investigated for ties to Felony Lane Gang
There are at least eight victims across the Twin Cities metro of smash-and-grab thefts from cars and the forgery that follows.
Minnesotans could see the northern lights this week
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
Minneapolis to address homelessness differently in new ordinance
An amended version of the ordinance passed focuses on the cost of removing encampments and tracking the outcome of those displaced.
Analysts say Trump-Harris debate had clear winner
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Some analysts, including some Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win.
Extortion scheme uses public images of your home as blackmail
Michael Morimoto received the first email a few weeks ago. It included his name, address, phone number and a PDF document. In the document, there was an image of his home in Robbinsdale.
Park Tavern crash suspect now charged with murder, prosecutors say
Prosecutors allege Steven Bailey's BAC was more than four times the legal limit when he drove into Park Tavern's patio.
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Minnesotans could see the northern lights this week
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights this week. Thursday looks to be the greatest chance in the latest forecast.
What should we expected from 2024 fall colors in Minnesota?
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
Storms down 1,000 trees at Isanti faith retreat center
In its 36 years, Isanti's Pacem in Terris hasn't seen a storm like the one that rolled through on Monday. It took just 36 minutes, give or take a few, for its 240 acres to see more than 1,000 downed trees.
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Proposed ordinance looks to address homelessness in Minneapolis
The city of Minneapolis is making changes in the way it handles the unsheltered living in encampments. An ordinance was proposed that would provide more transparency when it comes to tracking where the encampments, resources offered to people living there and associated costs of the removal. Reg Chapman has more on the effort and how those impacted feel about it.
North Minneapolis program introduces kids to football early
In 2019. Shakeel Nelson started the Minneapolis Ducks, a youth football program in north Minneapolis that continues to grow and get younger, including a flag football league for boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 6.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota on Sept. 11, 2024
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Thursday will likely be the warmest day of the week, with highs nudging into the upper 80s.
360 Communities serving metro for 50+ years
As part of Xcel's day of service this Friday, we're highlighting local organizations that make a difference. Our Adam Duxter takes us to Burnsville where 360 Communities is using food to go much further.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. report on Sept. 11, 2024
Wildfire smoke will add to the haze, but temps should reach the 80s on Thursday.
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Adrian Peterson ordered to turn over assets to pay $12M debt
A Texas judge has ordered former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson to turn over personal assets to help pay a debt that has ballooned to more than $12 million.
Pablo López wins 4th straight start in Twins' 10-5 win over Angels
Kyle Farmer hit a three-run home run in the second inning to provide a well-timed jolt for a sputtering lineup, and Matt Wallner and Carlos Santana also went deep for the Minnesota Twins in a 10-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Lynx beat the Dream 76-64
Kayla McBride scored 12 of her 15 points in the third quarter, Napheesa Collier had 14 points and eight rebounds, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Atlanta Dream 76-64 on Tuesday night.
East Ridge's Luke Ryerse commits to Gopher football team
The East Ridge punter and kicker is a specialized weapon on the gridiron. On the diamond, the senior is a top prospect in the Class of 2025.
Gopher volleyball enters stretch of home matches with added motivation
After a pair of tough losses this weekend, Gopher volleyball is ready for a stretch of matches at home, still against opponents that are hungry for a win against a top-25 team.
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Study: Water bottles have more bacteria on them than toilet seats
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
How can parents deal with the effects of empty-nest syndrome?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Are mosquito-borne diseases becoming more common in Minnesota?
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
How vendors at the Minnesota State Fair compete for your cash
Stepping into the Grandstand is like navigating a maze of merchandise. Forget food on a stick, how about the tools to cut one? Everything is for sale in there — even the kitchen sink.
What are the traffic laws for school buses?
Minnesota law requires drivers to stop when they see a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
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Nonprofit gives Latino community healthy, culturally appropriate food
Every Wednesday, CLUES holds its weekly food shelter "Canasta Familiar," providing fresh produce, healthy and culturally appropriate food, primarily for Latino families.
St. Paul's Urban Roots is helping people grow food and job skills
A St. Paul nonprofit is providing fresh veggies in the city's food deserts, all while cultivating confidence and job skills.
The push to make farming accessible to the BIPOC community
Farming is one of the oldest professions in Minnesota with generations of families embedded in the land. But that can make it hard for newcomers, especially immigrant farmers, to set roots of their own.
PCs for People helps low-income families access affordable computers
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back-to-school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.
New Ojibwe-language dub of "Star Wars" gets its first screenings
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera "Star Wars: A New Hope" is getting its first showtimes this weekend.
Black Entrepreneur State Fair vendor tents damaged by severe storms
The second day of the fifth annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair ended in chaos when severe weather knocked down vendor tents and threw debris around.
Owatonna hosts summer camp to help children deal with grief
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
Searching for solutions on kids and crime in Minneapolis
Community groups are searching for solutions after four kids were shot inside a stolen vehicle in north Minneapolis over the weekend.
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Minnesota storm photos: Aug. 29, 2024
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
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.
Minnesota State Fair storm damage: Aug. 27, 2024
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
Storms bring colorful skies, rainbows to Twin Cities area
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
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Minneapolis to address homelessness differently in new ordinance
An amended version of the ordinance passed focuses on the cost of removing encampments and tracking the outcome of those displaced.
360 Communities food shelves seek volunteers, donations as demand explodes
In its 50-plus years, 360 Communities has been serving others. And president and CEO Jeff Mortenson says things are only getting busier.
Tim Walz makes rare public appearance at 9/11 event
Walz took a detour from the campaign trail to greet volunteers packaging meals for local food shelves in honor of the National Day of Service and Remembrance marking 23 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Upper Harbor site aims to be hub for art, recreation, affordable housing
It's described as a once-in-a-generation project, and it's happening on the Mississippi Riverfront.
In Minneapolis, the city could help cover the cost of home weatherization
For five years, Laudert and her husband dealt with their drafty home the best they could. Then last year they discovered the city could help cover some of the cost for improvements.
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Former Faribault prison guard accused of smuggling drugs to inmate
A correctional officer at a southern Minnesota prison is accused of smuggling drugs to one of the inmates earlier this month, authorities announced Wednesday.
"Gus Walz effect" helping neurodivergence grow in public consciousness
The son of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who has a non-verbal learning disorder, started a big conversation on neurodivergence. And some are still feeling the "Guz Walz effect."
Minnesotans could see the northern lights this week
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights this week. Thursday looks to be the greatest chance in the latest forecast.
Man dead in rollover crash in Becker County
A 74-year-old man is dead after rolling his vehicle and hitting a power pole.
Minnesota National Guard honored for evacuation efforts in Afghanistan
A central Minnesota Army National Guard unit is being honored with the U.S. military's highest unit award.
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Truck smashes into apartment in Siren, Wisconsin, killing resident inside
One person is dead after a pickup truck crashed into a western Wisconsin apartment building on Friday.
Wisconsin Supreme Court weighs the use of mobile voting vans
The Wisconsin Supreme Court wrestled Tuesday with whether a Republican had standing to bring a lawsuit that challenges the use of a mobile voting van in 2022 and seeks to ban their use in any future election in the presidential battleground state.
Minnesotan killed, another hurt when motorcycles collide on western Wisconsin highway
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
Cottage Grove man dead after drowning at Wisconsin state park
A 66-year-old Minnesota man is dead after drowning at Kinnickinnic State Park in Wisconsin.
Man, 60, dead in head-on crash in western Wisconsin
A 60-year-old man died on Friday evening after what officials believe was a drunken driving crash in western Wisconsin.
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Analysts say Trump-Harris debate had clear winner
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Some analysts, including some Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win.
Tim Walz makes rare public appearance at 9/11 event
Walz took a detour from the campaign trail to greet volunteers packaging meals for local food shelves in honor of the National Day of Service and Remembrance marking 23 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Analysts weigh in on Trump-Harris debate (part 3)
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
No, Haitian immigrants aren’t eating pets in Ohio
During an exchange about immigration and a border security bill during Tuesday’s presidential debate, former President Donald Trump made the unfounded claim that Haitian immigrants are eating family pets.
What impact will Harris-Trump debate have on the election?
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is history. And many analysts say there was a clear winner.
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Extortion scheme uses public images of your home as blackmail
A scheme is hitting email inboxes across the country that uses public images of people's homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
Egg prices rising again amid lingering bird flu, shifting farm costs
The average wholesale price for a dozen large Grade A eggs is now over $4.
With harvest season approaching, farmers lament summer flooding
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
Why is the cost of homeowners insurance going up in Minnesota?
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
Price gap shrinking between urban, suburban apartment rentals
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
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Man sentenced for city hall bathroom sexual assault
A judge on Tuesday sentenced a 35-year-old man to nearly two years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman inside a Minneapolis City Hall bathroom earlier this year.
Justin Timberlake to agree to a plea deal in DWI arrest, sources say
Justin Timberlake is poised to agree to a plea deal in his DWI case in Sag Harbor, Long Island, sources tell CBS News New York.
Former Faribault prison guard accused of smuggling drugs to inmate
A correctional officer at a southern Minnesota prison is accused of smuggling drugs to one of the inmates earlier this month, authorities announced Wednesday.
Former substitute teacher accused of having sex with 17-year-old sentenced
A former part-time substitute teacher who was accused of having sex with a 17-year-old student in a St. Paul charter school learned her sentence on Wednesday.
Minneapolis man sentenced to 30 years for murder of trans woman
The Minneapolis man convicted in last fall's murder of a trans woman was sentenced to over 30 years in prison on Wednesday.
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Study: Water bottles have more bacteria on them than toilet seats
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
Abortion rights supporters in S.D. blast state's video of abortion laws
Abortion rights supporters in South Dakota say doctors can't rely on a new video from the state and mandated by a law that its Republican prime sponsor said gives clear guidance to physicians for life-threatening situations.
Boar's Head faces multiple lawsuits after deadly listeria outbreak
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
How can parents deal with the effects of empty-nest syndrome?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesota facing growing number of measles cases
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
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Frankie Beverly, R&B singer and Philadelphia native, dies at 77
Legendary R&B singer and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly has passed away, his family announced on Instagram Wednesday.
Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris in post signed "Childless Cat Lady"
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Judge orders Sean "Diddy" Combs to pay man $100M in sexual assault case
A Michigan judge on Monday ordered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a man currently in prison who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him at an afterparty in 1997.
James Everest creates interactive outdoor symphonies with "Sound Gardens"
A Minnesotan is composing outdoor symphonies inspired by local ecology, history and geography.
James Earl Jones, Tony-winning actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at age 93
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.