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NEXT Weather Alert: More snow, heavy winds in parts of Minnesota
A wind advisory will be in effect Friday in western Minnesota, and a winter weather advisory will be in the northwest due to very strong winds and drifting snow.
Thousands of Minnesota nurses vote to authorize 2nd strike this year, up to 20 days
The Minnesota Nurses Association, which represents 15,000 nurses in the state, said its nurses voted to approve an unfair labor practices strike.
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.
2 people found dead inside Rochester home, police say
Investigators are working to determine their causes of death, but they've ruled out carbon monoxide poisoning.
Police: Teen used ghost gun to shoot, kill 17-year-old Syoka Siko
Brooklyn Park police say they've arrested two teenagers in connection with the death of a 17-year-old boy.
Police: Man kidnapped daughter in St. Paul, then crashed in Minneapolis during pursuit
Minneapolis and St. Paul police worked in tandem Thursday to catch a man who had kidnapped his own toddler, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase.
New data show decrease in downtown crime since beginning of Operation Endeavor
Minneapolis police say their efforts to combat crime and grow relationships in certain areas of the city is working.
How a pandemic pivot helped save Sun Country Airlines
Meet Jude Bricker, Sun Country's CEO -- which could stand for "Chief Enthusiasm Officer."
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.
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NEXT Weather alert: 5 a.m. weather forecast
WCCO meteorologist Riley O'Connor says that a wind advisory will be in effect Friday in western Minnesota, and a winter weather advisory will be in the northwest due to very strong winds and drifting snow.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of Dec. 2, 2022
A.J. Hilton shares the latest headlines and updates.
NEXT Weather Alert: 10 p.m. report
We'll kick off the weekend with another mild day, but more snow and bitter cold are on the way.
Good Question: 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. Delta Air Lines shows Heather Brown how it all works.
How a pandemic pivot helped save Sun Country Airlines
Frank Vascellaro talks with Sun Country CEO Jude Bricker about what the future holds, and how a major change made during lockdown may have saved the hometown carrier.
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Kaprizov's 3-point game leads Wild to 5-3 win over Oilers
Kirill Kaprizov had a goal and two assists to extend his career-best point streak to 10 games, and Joel Eriksson Ek added a goal and assist, leading the Minnesota Wild to a 5-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night.
Cousins-Jefferson connection strong for Vikes with Jets next
The long pass from Kirk Cousins up the left sideline landed in Justin Jefferson's arms in just the right spot in the fourth quarter of Minnesota's game with New England, a split second before two Patriots defensive backs slammed into the Vikings star.
College Football Playoff expanding in 2024
The College Football Playoff announced Thursday it will expand to a 12-team event starting in 2024.
Vikings' Justin Jefferson named NFC Offensive Player of the Month for November
After making a catch so good the NFL put his gloves in the Hall of Fame, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson has been named the NFC Offensive Player of the Month for November.
Edwards sparks Towns-less Wolves, 109-101 over Grizzlies
Anthony Edwards had 29 points, five steals and three blocks to lead Minnesota to a 109-101 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night in the first game of an extended absence for injured Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns.
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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.
What's the difference between a winter storm watch, warning and advisory?
The National Weather Service put out alerts to help us prepare. But what's the difference between a winter storm watch, warning and advisory? And how is WCCO making sure you know that message quickly?
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Army veteran says MAC-V provided "life support" in escaping homelessness
Dawn Glaze is one of thousands of veterans who found the help she needed from MAC-V. 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.
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?
Britain's royal line of succession
Immediately upon the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, her eldest son, Prince Charles, became the new king. Here is a look at who else is in line.
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NEXT Weather Alert: More snow, heavy winds in parts of Minnesota
A wind advisory will be in effect Friday in western Minnesota, and a winter weather advisory will be in the northwest due to very strong winds and drifting snow.
Police: Man kidnapped daughter in St. Paul, then crashed in Minneapolis during pursuit
Minneapolis and St. Paul police worked in tandem Thursday to catch a man who had kidnapped his own toddler, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase.
New data show decrease in downtown crime since beginning of Operation Endeavor
Minneapolis police say their efforts to combat crime and grow relationships in certain areas of the city is working.
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Thousands of Minnesota nurses vote to authorize 2nd strike this year, up to 20 days
The union representing 15,000 Minnesota nurses announced the health care workers voted "overwhelmingly" Wednesday to walk off the job for the second time this year. This time the potential strike would last much longer.
Police: Teen used ghost gun to shoot, kill 17-year-old Syoka Siko
Brooklyn Park police say they've arrested two teenagers in connection with the death of a 17-year-old boy.
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NEXT Weather Alert: More snow, heavy winds in parts of Minnesota
A wind advisory will be in effect Friday in western Minnesota, and a winter weather advisory will be in the northwest due to very strong winds and drifting snow.
2 people found dead inside Rochester home, police say
Investigators are working to determine their causes of death, but they've ruled out carbon monoxide poisoning.
Thousands of Minnesota nurses vote to authorize 2nd strike this year, up to 20 days
The union representing 15,000 Minnesota nurses announced the health care workers voted "overwhelmingly" Wednesday to walk off the job for the second time this year. This time the potential strike would last much longer.
Flu season continues ramping up as post holiday cases tally up
With 1,147 hospitalizations so far, that figure has already surpassed the number of flu hospitalizations from the last two flu seasons combined.
DEED sending $2.5M in grants to 17 child care organizations around Minnesota
Top state officials on Thursday announced that millions in funding will be going to more than a dozen child care organizations across Minnesota.
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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.
Wisconsin's fatal parade crash case an issue in Supreme Court race
The judge who oversaw the trial of a man convicted of killing six people when he drove his SUV through a Christmas parade last year says national exposure and encouragement she got for her handling of the case is not why she is running for a pivotal Wisconsin Supreme Court seat.
Wisconsin's 2022 gun deer hunting season comes to a close
You won't be seeing as much blaze orange across the border in the days ahead
AP source: Wisconsin negotiating with Cincinnati's Fickell to be next Badgers football coach
Wisconsin is negotiating a deal with Cincinnati's Luke Fickell to try to make him the Badgers' next head coach, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Sunday.
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Biden wants South Carolina to have first primary in 2024
The current order of nominating contests is Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina.
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.
Democrats hope to address debt ceiling before GOP takes over House
But Congressional leaders have neither scheduled nor planned a vote on the debt ceiling before the end of the year.
Minnesota Democrats: Now is the time to take action to prevent gun violence
The DFL is taking control of both chambers in the Minnesota State Capitol in January. In recent years, efforts to pass gun control measures have failed. But now, that could change.
Biden and Macron present united front against Russia in state visit
"The idea that Putin is ever going to defeat Ukraine is beyond comprehension," President Biden said.
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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.
Maplewood Mall to hit the auction block in 2023
If you're in the market for a shopping mall, read on!
Tired of being porch pirate prey? Protect your packages with these tips
"If America was to take this epidemic into their own hands, we can move the needle on porch pirates," said Minneapolis homeowner Chuck Freiberg.
Braham residents shocked to see enormous property tax hike
"It's a nice place to live. It was. We don't know if we're gonna want to stay around anymore if they have the taxes that high," said resident Kitty Haley.
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Police: Man kidnapped daughter in St. Paul, then crashed in Minneapolis during pursuit
Minneapolis and St. Paul police worked in tandem Thursday to catch a man who had kidnapped his own toddler, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase.
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.
New data show decrease in downtown crime since beginning of Operation Endeavor
Minneapolis police say their efforts to combat crime and grow relationships in certain areas of the city is working.
Police: Teen used ghost gun to shoot, kill 17-year-old Syoka Siko
Brooklyn Park police say they've arrested two teenagers in connection with the death of a 17-year-old boy.
Psychologist pleads guilty to defrauding Blue Cross, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux out of $550K
A Twin Cities psychologist pleaded guilty earlier this week to defrauding both a health insurance company and the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community.
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Thousands of Minnesota nurses vote to authorize 2nd strike this year, up to 20 days
The union representing 15,000 Minnesota nurses announced the health care workers voted "overwhelmingly" Wednesday to walk off the job for the second time this year. This time the potential strike would last much longer.
Flu season continues ramping up as post holiday cases tally up
With 1,147 hospitalizations so far, that figure has already surpassed the number of flu hospitalizations from the last two flu seasons combined.
FDA likely to end blanket ban on sexually active gay men donating blood
Under current federal rules, men cannot donate blood if they have had sex with another man in the last three months.
Report: FDA to allow gay men in monogamous relationships to donate blood
The Wall Street Journal is reporting the abstinence rule instituted during the pandemic will be dropped.
Minnesota's medical marijuana program adds IBS, OCD to qualifying conditions
The Minnesota Department of Health announced Wednesday that two more qualifying conditions will be added to the state's medical marijuana program.
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"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
Al Roker hospitalized again due to "complications" after being treated for blood clots
"He's resting and his doctors are keeping a close eye on him," "Today" co-host Hoda Kotb said of Roker.
Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer and keyboardist, dies at 79
"She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life," the band said in a statement.
Metallica to play 2 shows at U.S. Bank Stadium in summer of 2024
Metallica's newly-announced world tour will stop in Minnesota in 2024.
Irene Cara, Oscar-winning singer and actress, dies at 63
The cause of death is unknown and funeral services are pending.