Former U of M student among hundreds killed in Air India plane crash
A former University of Minnesota student and his sister were on the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
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"No Kings" protest set for St. Paul as part of nationwide movement
Protesters plan to march through Minnesota's capital city on Saturday as part of nationwide counterprogramming to President Trump's planned military parade in Washington, D.C.
Man on the run after threatening deputies with crossbow, sheriff's office says
For neighbors, it's the latest in a year-long saga of frustration, 911 calls and unanswered questions.
Vikings CB Isaiah Rodgers embracing fresh start in Minnesota
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers missed the 2023 NFL season because of a gambling suspension. Last season, he won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles. Now, Minnesota's newest cornerback is getting ready for a bigger role.
Minnesota Twins trounced by Houston Astros 10-3
Jose Altuve and rookie Jacob Melton drove in three runs each as the Houston Astros jumped on Chris Paddack early and cruised to a 10-3 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Minnesota National Guard celebrates U.S. Army's 250th anniversary
The Minnesota National Guard marked a significant milestone, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States Army with a ceremony at the headquarters of the 34th Infantry Division in Arden Hills.
Minnesota family involved in landmark Supreme Court ruling speaks out
The U.S. Supreme Court this week sided with a Minnesota family in providing an even playing field for disability lawsuits against school districts.
Vandals strike U of M regents' homes to protest aerospace facility
According to University President Rebecca Cunningham, the vandals oppose the sale of university property to the aerospace company North Wind.
Israeli airstrikes hit multiple Iran nuclear sites. Here's what we know about them.
The Israeli military targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, research scientists and senior military commanders in dozens of preemptive airstrikes.
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With flash flooding possible in the metro, stay safe with these tips
Minnesotans have seen plenty of rain this week, and more is on the way for parts of the state, bringing the risk of flash flooding.
Air quality alert extended until Thursday night
An air quality alert for central and southern Minnesota continues from Wednesday into Thursday until 11 p.m.
Sunday will start sunny, end rainy and windy
Sunday will start off sunny but end rainy and windy. The wind will pull down wildfire smoke from the northwest, placing Minnesota under an air quality alert until 11 p.m.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota from June 13, 2025
Temperatures on Saturday are expected to be in the upper 60s, with the exception of southern Minnesota where highs will reach near 80, according to meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
2 Minnesota boys raise money for veterans through lemonade stand
Two boys have raised over $30,000 for a Burnsville nonprofit supporting veterans through a lemonade stand. Mike Max introduces us to Noah and Cole.
Minneapolis and St. Paul schools tighten budgets to fight deficits
The Minneapolis school district says it's cutting 400 positions as it deals with a $75 million shortfall, and St. Paul Public Schools is using reserve funds and making budget cuts to deal with a $51.5 million deficit.
University of Minnesota graduate among hundreds dead in India plane crash
A man who graduated from the University of Minnesota and his sister were among the 241 people who died after an Air India passenger plane crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday, according to his friend and former classmate.
WCCO digital update: Afternoon of June 13, 2025
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Minnesota Twins trounced by Houston Astros 10-3
Jose Altuve and rookie Jacob Melton drove in three runs each as the Houston Astros jumped on Chris Paddack early and cruised to a 10-3 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Vikings CB Isaiah Rodgers embracing fresh start in Minnesota
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers missed the 2023 NFL season because of a gambling suspension. Last season, he won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles. Now, Minnesota's newest cornerback is getting ready for a bigger role.
How a Minneapolis teacher is providing opportunities for local hoopers
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Vikings' offensive trinity exudes confidence, chemistry after minicamp
It's neither hearsay nor heresy to say the future of the Minnesota Vikings rests in the hands of the triumvirate of head coach Kevin O'Connell, wide receiver Justin Jefferson and quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
Feds elevate investigation into into Minn. trans athlete policy
A June 3 complaint accuses the state of allowing males to compete in female sports and share facilities.
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What happens when we sneeze?
The sights of summer, like flowers and grass, can lead to the sound of sneezing. For some, it's constant, for others, it's sporadic, but we all know how it feels.
What does it mean to "contain" a wildfire?
The latest wildfire updates from northern Minnesota remain promising, but the fight is far from finished.
How have tariffs impacted fireworks prices?
Our nation's birthday is just about a month away, and the cost for a key element to the fun is now "up in the air."
Why do we struggle to spell certain words?
The 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee wrapped up this week with participants navigating words the average person likely never heard of, let alone could spell.
Are sunburns a good base for a tan? Debunking common summer myths.
There are many pearls of wisdom we've all been fed about the impending summer season, but what's hearsay and what's true?
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MACV's Summer Salute connects veterans with lifesaving resources
Hundreds of veterans were connected to lifesaving resources at the third annual Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans' Summer Salute at CHS Field.
First-of-its-kind garden at Minnesota Zoo aims to help pollinators thrive
Minnesota is home to thousands of pollinators, but they face challenges like habitat loss, pesticides and climate change. Now, a new first-of-its-kind pollinator garden aims to help pollinators thrive.
From a foster home to a doctor's office: How a Minn. man defied the odds
WCCO caught up with Michael Kelly, a man whose experience as a foster child helped shape him into the person he is today: a doctor.
Minnesota veteran aims to bike in 50-mile ride after recovering from illness
Carpenter joined the military after 9/11. He was on active duty in Iraq and in the Middle East and returned home after serving his country. But a few years ago, he contracted Guillain-Barre Syndrome which attacked his nervous system and began shutting down his organs.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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.
Gallery: Vietnam through the lens of Arthur Phillips Sr.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
Gallery: The new Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
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Minnesota family involved in landmark Supreme Court ruling speaks out
The U.S. Supreme Court this week sided with a Minnesota family in providing an even playing field for disability lawsuits against school districts.
Minneapolis, St. Paul schools making budget cuts to curb shortfalls
The Minneapolis school district says it's cutting 400 positions, including approximately 116 teachers, as it deals with a $75 million shortfall.
With flash flooding possible in the metro, stay safe with these tips
Minnesotans have seen plenty of rain this week, and more is on the way for parts of the state, bringing the risk of flash flooding.
Vandals strike U of M regents' homes to protest aerospace facility
According to University President Rebecca Cunningham, the vandals oppose the sale of university property to the aerospace company North Wind.
Motorist strikes, injures 3 St. Paul officers during traffic stop
A motorist who struck and hurt three officers during a traffic stop late Thursday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, is now in custody, police say.
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Minnesota family involved in landmark Supreme Court ruling speaks out
The U.S. Supreme Court this week sided with a Minnesota family in providing an even playing field for disability lawsuits against school districts.
With flash flooding possible in the metro, stay safe with these tips
Minnesotans have seen plenty of rain this week, and more is on the way for parts of the state, bringing the risk of flash flooding.
Rapidan Dam store reopens in Mankato a year after flooding
Nearly a year ago, flooding at the Rapidan Dam destroyed a family's home and shut down their long-time restaurant. Now, they're starting over in a new location.
Air quality alert extended until Thursday night
An air quality alert for central and southern Minnesota continues from Wednesday into Thursday until 11 p.m.
How 140 animals from around the world ended up in Brainerd
Growing up in southern Minnesota, Kevin Vogel developed a love for animals by watching nature shows. Then, for 20 years, he and his family had a traveling zoo. But in 2014, they found a permanent home in Brainerd.
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Migrant framed with penning threatening Trump letters released on bond
Ramón Morales Reyes, 54, was accused of writing a letter threatening Trump in a social media post by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that got widespread national coverage.
Wis. lawsuit seeks to ban Elon Musk from offering $1M checks to voters
A government watchdog group in Wisconsin has filed a lawsuit seeking to prohibit billionaire Elon Musk from ever again offering cash payments to voters in the battleground state like he did in this spring's hotly contested Supreme Court race.
Migrant falsely accused of threatening Trump can be released on bond
Judge Carla Espinoza set Ramón Morales Reyes' bond at $7,500 during a brief hearing at immigration court in Chicago.
White House urges court not to dismiss case against Wisconsin judge
The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse.
Wisconsin inmate convicted of killing cellmate for being Black, gay
A Wisconsin man doing time for trying to kill his mother was convicted Wednesday of strangling his cellmate to death.
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What to expect at St. Paul’s “No Kings” protest, according to organizers
Protesters plan to march through Minnesota's capital city on Saturday as part of nationwide counterprogramming to President Trump's planned military parade in Washington, D.C. WCCO’s Jason Rantala spoke with the event’s organizers about what they’re demanding and what to expect.
Trump clears U.S. Steel sale to Nippon Steel, but details of merger still unclear
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
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Trump planning to visit Iowa State Fairgrounds this summer
President Trump plans to go the Iowa State Fairgrounds this summer, according to sources familiar with the plan.
Feds elevate investigation into into Minn. trans athlete policy
A June 3 complaint accuses the state of allowing males to compete in female sports and share facilities.
U.S. Department of Education upgrades investigation into Minnesota's trans athlete policy
The U.S. Department of Education announced Thursday it is elevating investigations into Minnesota's policy on transgender athletes.
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The numbers are in for REAL ID's Minnesota rollout
The rush to DMV locations across Minnesota is calming since the REAL ID deadline passed a little more than a month ago, but it remains much busier than usual.
Cub pharmcies filling prescriptions again after cyberattack
A cyberattack at food distributor United Natural Foods Incorporated has caused problems for its customers, which include Cub Foods, Whole Foods, and some co-ops.
Nearly $400K in lottery prizes won this weekend in Minnesota
Some Minnesota lottery players won nearly $400,000 this weekend.
Consumers feeling the pinch of rising insurance costs
Consumers have seen insurance rates climb over the past few years, and those increases are expected to continue in part due to President Trump's tariffs.
What popular items at Twin Cities grocery stores cost compared to three months ago
Last fall, more than 80% of voters said the economy and inflation drove them to the polls. That includes the rising price of gas and groceries.
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Migrant framed with penning threatening Trump letters released on bond
Ramón Morales Reyes, 54, was accused of writing a letter threatening Trump in a social media post by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that got widespread national coverage.
Vandals strike U of M regents' homes to protest aerospace facility
According to University President Rebecca Cunningham, the vandals oppose the sale of university property to the aerospace company North Wind.
Motorist strikes, injures 3 St. Paul officers during traffic stop
A motorist who struck and hurt three officers during a traffic stop late Thursday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, is now in custody, police say.
Somali community leaders look to solve youth violence crisis
Community members held meetings across the metro in response to a wave of violence that has left the Somali community shaken and ready for solutions.
Forensics professor teaches Jeanie Childs murder case
It's been 32 years since the brutal murder of Jeanie Childs in Minneapolis. The case went unsolved for decades until DNA and new technology led cold case investigators to her killer. It also caught the attention of college professor Lisa Andrews.
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Data shows most suicides in Minnesota occur in June
In a release last month, the Minnesota Department of Health says the state's suicide rate stayed about the same in 2024 when compared to 2023.
Cub pharmcies filling prescriptions again after cyberattack
A cyberattack at food distributor United Natural Foods Incorporated has caused problems for its customers, which include Cub Foods, Whole Foods, and some co-ops.
What happens when we sneeze?
The sights of summer, like flowers and grass, can lead to the sound of sneezing. For some, it's constant, for others, it's sporadic, but we all know how it feels.
Lawmakers vote to cut Undocumented adults from Minnesota health program
The change was a sticking point during negotiations between Democrats and Republicans, for whom repealing that law was a top priority in the divided Legislature.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
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Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Harvey Weinstein guilty of criminal sexual assault as jury reaches partial verdict
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys visionary leader, dies at age 82
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Group of senior singers celebrate 10th anniversary with concert
Vintage Voices singers from Minneapolis, St. Paul and Plymouth meet for 12 weeks separately, then perform a free concert together.