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St. Paul Police officers shoot person in Dayton's Bluff neighborhood
It happened just after 6 p.m. on the 1000 block of Hudson Road, in the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood.
"Major water main break" occurs in north Minneapolis
City officials say the break happened in the area of 2nd Street North between 26th and Lowry avenues.
MN Board of Pharmacy files lawsuit against Moorhead-based THC edibles manufacturers, retailers
The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy on Monday will announce the filing of a civil lawsuit against THC edibles manufacturers and retailers.
1-on-1 with outgoing Minnesota Health Commission Jan Malcolm
Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm is retiring next month after decades of public service, including the past few years helping to steer the state through a global pandemic.
How are lane line colors chosen? And what's done to make sure they're visible?
Commutes with caution have been plentiful over the past few weeks. It's a standard, but stressful experience this time of year, partly because the painted stripes that guide drivers disappear in the snow.
Pedestrian killed on Hwy. 13 in Burnsville, says state patrol
A pedestrian is dead after they were struck by a vehicle Monday in Burnsville.
Vikings defense: The extreme case of bending but not breaking
Their perfect record in nine games decided by eight points or fewer has been made possible by a defense that has taken the bend-not-break mantra to a whole new level.
Minneapolis schools, police join forces to relaunch after-school program
For decades, the Minneapolis Police Activities League took young people on a journey of discovery. Learning more than sports, PAL taught lessons that last a lifetime.
ATF National Response Team joins investigation into Minneapolis vacancy fire with disturbing past
A federal team has joined the investigation into a fire that destroyed an abandoned Minneapolis apartment building.
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Outgoing MDH Commissioner Jan Malcolm talks about the strained healthcare system
Jan Malcolm is heading into retirement at a time when healthcare in our state appears to be strained. Erin Hassanzadeh talks to her about the path ahead.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report
A winter weather advisory is in effect for northwestern Minnesota Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Good Question: How are lane line colors chosen?
Our start to winter weather has included several troublesome commutes. Rochelle from Blaine and Doug from Victoria both wondered why lane lines are painted white, making them especially hard to see during heavy snowfalls. Jeff Wagner got the answers from the folks at MnDOT.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center takes in 3 beavers in 1 day
Despite recent snow, 45% of the state is still too dry. More than four million Minnesotans are living in drought conditions. Beavers are living in it too, and they don't deal with it as well as humans do.
Major water main break floods north Minneapolis
Crews in Minneapolis are responding to a "major water main break" Monday night.
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Their perfect record in nine games decided by eight points or fewer has been made possible by a defense that has taken the bend-not-break mantra to a whole new level.
"Always optimistic" Vikings faithful ready to rock during historic season
The Minnesota Vikings have amassed 10 wins in their first 12 games for only the fifth time since 1970.
Colts-Vikings game in week 15 scheduled for Saturday
The game had been set for Sunday, Dec. 18, with a time unannounced. On Monday, the league said the game will kick off at noon on Saturday, Dec. 17.
Minneapolis Miracle II: New London-Spicer wins state championship with wild touchdown
A miracle finish to win a Minnesota state football title has the sports world buzzing.
Vikings fans brave cold ahead of winter stretch
Fans in the tailgate lots braved the elements ahead of Sunday's home matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Jets.
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How are lane line colors chosen? And what's done to make sure they're visible?
Commutes with caution have been plentiful over the past few weeks. It's a standard, but stressful experience this time of year, partly because the painted stripes that guide drivers disappear in the snow.
How do airlines get the bags from one city to the next?
This holiday season, one million pieces of checked luggage will come through Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Can you pass a snow plow?
MnDOT has about 100 plow crashes a year.
Why do we stress out over family gatherings?
Family gatherings can bring joy this time of year. But they can also carry a lot of stress, pressure and awkward moments.
How did Thanksgiving football traditions start?
The Minnesota Vikings will soon host their first Thanksgiving game at home. It will be the third of three NFL games that are always played on the holiday.
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Army veteran says MACV provided "life support" in escaping homelessness
Dawn Glaze is one of thousands of veterans who found the help she needed from MACV. The Army veteran had a sudden change in her job and housing status, which put her on the street.
Poinsettias return to Lynde's Greenhouse following deliberately-set fire
When fire severely damaged Lynde Greenhouse & Nursery in early October, the business got a goodwill response in a time of need. The flowering plants were rescued and relocated.
Dawson-area fathers, sons shave heads in solidarity with classmate with alopecia
Friends of 13-year-old Thatcher Johnson threw a head-shaving party, thinking a couple people would join in. But it turned into something much bigger.
How Minnesotans can help people in Somalia dealing with famine, drought
There's a dire situation on the other side of the world that's having a big impact on a community of Minnesotans. A drought is causing havoc in Somalia, the country of origin for about 70,000 Minnesotans.
Family accepts Purple Heart for late veteran Charles Shepherd, wounded in WWI
Thursday was a special day for the family of the late veteran Private Charles Shepherd.
Hopkins community mourns firefighter "Jimmy" Scanlon, who died in line of duty
His comrades came together Wednesday to celebrate his life and service to community, and Main Street was flanked with police squads, fire engines and trucks in honor of a man who served his community well.
Hindu Society of Minnesota stresses past and future, at one of largest U.S. temples
Maple Grove's Hindu temple draws people from across the Midwest. Some drive several hours through several states just to worship there.
Hennepin County adopts land and water acknowledgment statement
Hennepin County is marking the start of Native American Heritage Month with a historic statement: a land and water acknowledgement.
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Notable Deaths in 2022
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The 25 greatest movies ever
Every 10 years, the British film magazine Sight & Sound invites critics to submit lists of their top 10 movies of all time. These are the results of their poll for 2022.
WCCO viewers share their holiday displays
We want to share the joy of the holidays with all of our viewers by sharing your festive displays. Here are some of your best and brightest holiday displays!
The No. 1 movie from the year you were born
Which movie was tops when you had your big premiere?
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Pedestrian killed on Hwy. 13 in Burnsville, says state patrol
A pedestrian is dead after they were struck by a vehicle Monday in Burnsville.
St. Paul Police officers shoot person in Dayton's Bluff neighborhood
It happened just after 6 p.m. on the 1000 block of Hudson Road, in the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood.
"Major water main break" occurs in north Minneapolis
City officials say the break happened in the area of 2nd Street North between 26th and Lowry avenues.
Minneapolis schools, police join forces to relaunch after-school program
For decades, the Minneapolis Police Activities League took young people on a journey of discovery. Learning more than sports, PAL taught lessons that last a lifetime.
ATF National Response Team joins investigation into Minneapolis vacancy fire with disturbing past
A federal team has joined the investigation into a fire that destroyed an abandoned Minneapolis apartment building.
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MnDOT's "Name a snowplow" contest back for 3rd year
It's quickly becoming a winter tradition in Minnesota: The "Name a Snowplow" contest is back.
Human remains found in burned vehicle in Renville County
Authorities in Renville County said "suspected human remains" were found inside a burned vehicle Sunday afternoon.
MN Board of Pharmacy files lawsuit against companies selling THC products that "far exceed" legal limits
The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy on Monday announced the filing of a civil lawsuit against some Moorhead-based THC edibles manufacturers and retailers.
LGBTQ students wrestle with tensions at Christian colleges: "'Love your neighbor' has an asterisk"
To Sean Fisher, a senior who identifies as non-binary and helps lead QPLUS, its official recognition and funding by Saint John's and the College of Saint Benedict is welcome proof of the Catholic schools' "acknowledging queer students exist." But tensions endure here and at many of the hundreds of U.S. Catholic and Protestant universities.
Former foster child, now U of M med student, earns leadership award for helping kids like him
A University of Minnesota med student is getting a special award for mentoring young people.
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Wisconsin man arrested for fifth drunk driving offense
A western Wisconsin man is in custody Saturday after police say he drove drunk.
Prosecutors move to dismiss Wisconsin abortion ban challenge
A conservative prosecutor is asking a judge to toss out Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul's lawsuit challenging Wisconsin's 173-year-old ban on abortions.
Wisconsin woman to use sex trafficking as homicide defense
A woman charged in a Wisconsin murder plans to argue that she is not guilty because she was a coerced victim of human trafficking.
Judge orders Enbridge, Wisconsin tribe to form emergency pipeline plan
A federal judge has ordered energy company Enbridge Inc. and an American Indian tribe to come up with an emergency plan to prevent potential spills from an aging oil pipeline running across the tribe's reservation.
Wisconsin boy accused of killing mother over VR headset charged as an adult
A 10-year-old Milwaukee, Wisconsin boy intentionally aimed a gun at his mother, then shot and killed her, because she would not buy him a virtual reality headset, prosecutors said.
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Hand-counts find no problems with Minnesota vote tabulators
Election officials said they found no problems with vote-counting machines in Minnesota when they conducted a series of hand counts to verify that the machines accurately reflected how people voted.
Supreme Court appears sympathetic to Colorado designer in free speech dispute
The court heard arguments in a case about a Christian business owner who says her religious beliefs prevent her from creating custom websites for a same-sex wedding.
Real ID deadline for air travelers extended by 2 years
DHS is giving Americans more time to obtain a Real ID for air travel because of delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
OPEC maintains oil targets amid uncertainty over Russian sanctions
The OPEC oil cartel and allied producers including Russia aren't changing their targets for shipping oil to the global economy.
Warnock, Walker make final pitches to Georgia voters in Senate runoff
More than 1.8 million voters have already cast their ballots in the high-stakes runoff.
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Time to plan ahead to save money on tax changes
As families complete their holiday shopping, financial planners and tax advisors are urging folks to start budgeting for a potential "refund shock" or "refund whiplash."
Minneapolis ranks among top 10 U.S. cities to find love; St. Paul, not so much
The survey compared more than 180 U.S. cities to make the overall list, considering factors like the share of population that's single, the number of online-dating opportunities and the average price of a meal for two.
Taxpayers can expect "refund shock" when they file 2022 tax returns
It's called "refund shock," and many taxpayers can expect to see it when they file their 2022 tax returns.
How a pandemic pivot helped save Sun Country Airlines
Meet Jude Bricker, Sun Country's CEO -- which could stand for "Chief Enthusiasm Officer."
After years of stalemate, Democrats see opportunity for gun control measures with total control of Minnesota government
With a newfound trifecta in state government, Democrats see an opportunity next session to pass gun control measures that have stalled in recent years because of pushback from Republicans in the Senate.
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St. Paul Police officers shoot person in Dayton's Bluff neighborhood
It happened just after 6 p.m. on the 1000 block of Hudson Road, in the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood.
Bail set for man charged in fatal Bloomington restaurant shooting
Bail has been set for a man accused of shooting and killing another man inside a Bloomington restaurant last month.
Man fatally shot inside Spring Street Tavern in northeast Minneapolis
A deadly shooting inside a popular neighborhood bar in northeast Minneapolis has left many people shaken, as they try to process the events of Saturday night.
Wisconsin man arrested for fifth drunk driving offense
A western Wisconsin man is in custody Saturday after police say he drove drunk.
Police: Man shot while driving in north Minneapolis
Officials say that around 5 a.m., the man was driving near 3rd Street and Lowry Avenue North. The man said he heard a gunshot and then felt pain.
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Outgoing Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm on being villainized during pandemic, and the road ahead
Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm is retiring next month after decades of public service, including the past few years helping to steer the state through a global pandemic.
Former foster child, now U of M med student, earns leadership award for helping kids like him
A University of Minnesota med student is getting a special award for mentoring young people.
Teen gets second chance at life after heart transplant at Children's Minnesota
A Fargo teen is recovering at Children's Minnesota in Minneapolis after doctors successfully gave him a new heart.
Hospitals get creative to treat surge of patients
Hospitals and clinics say they are pulling out all the stops to maintain patient care at a time when there's a strain on the system.
Amount of SARS-CoV-2 virus in St. Paul wastewater highest since July
The quantity of the viral load has been steadily increasing for several weeks.
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"Hamilton" returning to Minneapolis' Orpheum Theatre in April
The mega-popular musical "Hamilton" will be returning to Minneapolis in April.
Red Hot Chili Peppers announce another global tour, with U.S. Bank Stadium stop
It seems the Chili Peppers can't stop and are addicted to the shindig, because they announced a 2023 global tour on Monday, with a stop at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on April 8.
"Beauty & The Beast": The Ordway produces its first musical since 2019
The Ordway in St. Paul is back with the first musical it has produced since 2019.
The 25 greatest movies ever
Every 10 years, the British film magazine Sight & Sound invites critics to submit lists of their top 10 movies of all time. These are the results of their poll for 2022.
Have you received a marriage proposal over text? You're not alone; new survey shows surprising texting trends in the U.S.
Infobip's survey shows that SMS texting is here to stay in the U.S.