How to watch: 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Breakfast
A breakfast will honor a pioneer in the Civil Rights Movement and inspire attendees to live out his message of unity.
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Dangerous cold prompts school closings across Minnesota
There are a number of schools closings across Minnesota on Monday amid dangerous cold.
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Trump set to return to power with inauguration set for today
Donald Trump will become the 47th president of the United States at noon today. Follow live coverage and watch a live stream of the inauguration here.
Trump to sign flurry of executive actions on Day 1
Donald Trump plans to sign roughly 200 executive actions, memoranda and proclamations upon taking office Monday.
Recall elections for DFL members boycotting start of session possible
A boycott, an alleged coup, multiple lawsuits — they're all part of the confusion and chaos at the Minnesota legislature.
UMN assistant professor named to Forbes' "30 Under 30" list
Angeline Dukes is working to help young Black kids know they can go into the field and to show everyone that neuroscientists can look like her.
Minnesota Supreme Court voids House Jan. 28 special election
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Friday cancelled the special election for a metro House race later this month, finding Gov. Tim Walz set the date before state law requires.
Missing Apple Valley pizza delivery driver's car found in Wisconsin
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo out indefinitely with toe sprain
DiVincenzo, 27, suffered a Grade 3 left great toe sprain in Wednesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors.
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Dangerous cold prompts school closings across Minnesota
There are a number of schools closings across Minnesota on Monday amid dangerous cold.
Why some dogs enjoy the cold winter weather
This bitter cold weather makes a lot of people hunker down, opting to stay inside — but not everyone.
Cold weather advisories in place across Minnesota through Tuesday
An Arctic air mass causes wind chills on Saturday morning to drop, ranging between -5° around the metro and -25° in parts of northern Minnesota.
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Fundraiser honors longtime St. Paul police officer who died of cancer
St. Paul police officer Shawn Filiowich passed away earlier this month after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report for Minnesota from Jan. 20, 2025
Extreme cold warnings are in effect across northern Minnesota through noon on Tuesday, while the rest of the state is under cold weather advisories for the same time frame.
What you need to know about Trump’s inauguration on Monday
CBS Mornings is live in D.C. with a look at President-elect Trump’s inauguration.
Monday Motivation: Community uplifts coach after crash
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield has a story to get you going on this Monday morning.
Man hospitalized after shooting in St. Paul
Police say a man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after being shot multiple times.
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HSSR: Jan 17, 2025
It was a battle of north vs. south in boys hockey Friday night as Grand Rapids and White Bear Lake battled on the ice. Plus, a former University of Minnesota hockey player is feeling thankful amid his battle with a life-altering disease.
Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo out indefinitely with toe sprain
DiVincenzo, 27, suffered a Grade 3 left great toe sprain in Wednesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Minnesota women beat Northwestern 87-82
Grace Grocholski matched her career high with 27 points and No. 24 Minnesota overcame a 16-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat Northwestern 87-82.
NBA-leading Cavaliers seize control in the 2nd half and beat Timberwolves 124-117
Donovan Mitchell scored 36 points, Darius Garland added 29 and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers took control in the second half and beat the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 124-117.
Forsberg's two goals, two assists lead Predators over Wild 6-2
Filip Forsberg had two goals and two assists to lead the Nashville Predators to their third consecutive victory, 6-2 over the Minnesota Wild.
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How should we prepare for an evacuation?
Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare.
Why do eyes water in the cold?
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
FBI gives warning on copycat crimes. Here's what they are.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
Why do our homes make noise in cold weather?
Here's an explanation of why people may hear creaks and trembles in their homes during cold months.
How are changing dairy habits in the U.S. impacting our health?
More Americans are drinking less milk, but eating more cheese. So what does that all mean?
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Community rallies around soccer coach injured in car crash
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
Pet-friendly shelter opens for domestic abuse survivors
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
Minneapolis esthetician helps restore dignity to elderly and disabled clients
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
Milestone for Kobi Co. as it celebrates 2 years at brick-and-mortar location
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Granddaughter of Vietnam veteran helps veterans experiencing homelessness
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
App provides resources, comfort for people with ALS
After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
Firefighter collecting donations to help first responders in Ukraine
When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Svetlana Vold immediately thought of her mom's teachings and looked to give back to her old Ukrainian neighbors who were suffering.
Union Gospel Mission serves free Christmas meals
Volunteers at St. Paul's Union Gospel Mission served up hundreds of Christmas Day meals during a free lunch on Wednesday.
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Gallery: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
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's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Northern lights in Minnesota: Oct. 10, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
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Missing Apple Valley pizza delivery driver's car found in Wisconsin
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
Teen in critical condition after shooting in Brooklyn Park
A 17-year-old boy is in critical condition and police are searching for several suspects after a shooting in Brooklyn Park Sunday night.
How to watch: 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Breakfast
A breakfast will honor a pioneer in the Civil Rights Movement and inspire attendees to live out his message of unity.
Man shot multiple times in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood
A man is gravely injured after a shooting in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood Sunday night, police say.
Minnesota State Fair tickets, on-site parking will cost more in 2025
It will be more expensive to attend the Minnesota State Fair this summer, officials announced on Sunday.
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Mankato photographer aiming to show unity with collages
Josh Madson is using his photography skills in an effort to bring the community together.
Polk County Sheriff's Office warns against travel amid blowing snow
Authorities in northwestern Minnesota are advising residents to stay off the roads Friday afternoon.
Over 2,000 DWI arrests made in Minnesota during 2024 holiday season
From Nov. 27 through Dec. 31, 2,079 people were arrested as part of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's DWI enforcement campaign.
Fire destroys Winona's Black Horse Bar & Grill
Fire destroyed Winona's Black Horse Bar & Grill early Friday morning, with several fire departments trucking in water to help fight the blaze.
Holy feast brings Minnesota migrant families hope amid immigration crackdown threat
Hundreds of Guatemalan faithful found the sounds and colors of their tropical homeland during the biggest-yet celebration of the Black Christ of Esquipulas in the heartland farming town of Worthington, Minnesota.
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Missing Apple Valley pizza delivery driver's car found in Wisconsin
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
Leinenkugel brothers offer to buy Chippewa Falls brewery
The famous Leinenkugel's brewery in Chippewa Falls hasn't been owned by a member of the Leinenkugel family since 1988, but some members of the family want to change that.
Wisconsin's governor creates new violence-prevention office in wake of school shooting
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
Wisconsin Legislature puts photo ID requirement on ballot
Wisconsin's photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Republican-controlled Assembly with no support from Democrats.
Woman who stabbed classmate for "Slender Man" can be released from custody
A Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed her sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please online horror character Slender Man will be released from a psychiatric hospital, a judge ordered on Thursday.
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Live inauguration 2025 coverage as Trump returns to power
Donald Trump is now the 47th president of the United States. Follow live coverage and watch a live stream of the inauguration events here.
Here's what Sen. Klobuchar said at President Trump's inauguration
Democratic Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, long an outspoken critic of President Trump, spoke before his inauguration at the U.S. Capitol on Monday.
Biden commutes sentence for Leonard Peltier
With just moments left before he leaves office, President Joe Biden commuted the sentence of indigenous activist Leonard Peltier, who was convicted in the 1975 killings of two FBI agents and is serving life in prison.
Trump to sign flurry of executive actions on Day 1
Donald Trump plans to sign roughly 200 executive actions, memoranda and proclamations upon taking office Monday.
What you need to know about Trump’s inauguration on Monday
CBS Mornings is live in D.C. with a look at President-elect Trump’s inauguration.
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Minnesota State Fair tickets, on-site parking will cost more in 2025
It will be more expensive to attend the Minnesota State Fair this summer, officials announced on Sunday.
Minn. businesses struggle with the economic impacts of snow's absence
The series of January cold snaps is helping some Minnesota resorts get back on track. Even with below-average snowfall, business is looking up.
Progresso debuts savory new "soup drops" for cold and flu season
The brand says the savory drops are available for a limited time in January for National Soup Month, and the peak of cold and flu season.
UnitedHealth posts better-than-expected 4Q profits in 2024
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
Is your Minnesota home properly insured?
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
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Man shot multiple times in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood
A man is gravely injured after a shooting in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood Sunday night, police say.
Threat made to murder victim was a joke, says suspect
Adam Fravel is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Maddi Kingsbury, the mother of their two children. He maintains his innocence.
Two arrested after carjacking lead to police chase
A car was taken in a strong-arm carjacking Friday. The car was then in a police pursuit overnight Saturday.
Woman, 18, shot on porch in Minneapolis
An 18-year-old woman may not survive an overnight shooting in Minneapolis, police say.
Brooklyn Park police investigate home burglary that left resident injured
Police are investigating an early morning armed burglary at a Brooklyn Park residence.
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Senior living facility quarantines patients to prevent spread of norovirus
As illness is spreading around the state, one patient says their senior living facility is keeping residents separated to prevent more people from getting sick.
Surgeon general's new warnings for drinking alcohol surprise many
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
UnitedHealth posts better-than-expected 4Q profits in 2024
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
Addiction specialists raise concerns about rise in overdoses
Mariah Southwick says her friends, Rachel Kretchmer and Michael Shulze, died one week ago after buying what they thought was cocaine — instead, it was fentanyl-laced cocaine.
Future doctor shortage could impact rural communities the most
There is real concern among health officials there won't be nearly enough doctors in the future, let alone for rural Minnesota in the near term.
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Who performed at the Trump 2025 inauguration? Here's the list of today's singers.
President-elect Donald Trump had one of the biggest names in country music performing at his swearing-in ceremony.
David Lynch, director of "Twin Peaks" and "Blue Velvet," dies at 78
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker, Brewers announcer known as "Mr. Baseball," dies at age 90
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Princess Kate announces she's in remission from cancer
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
Oscar-winning filmmaker's 9-hour Prince doc may never be shown
The Oscar-winning filmmaker behind "O.J.: Made in America" has made a nine-hour documentary about the life and achievements of Prince. However, it may never end up getting the audience it deserves.