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Hennepin Co. Sheriff Hutchinson's license to be temporarily suspended
Embattled Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson's peace officer license will be suspended for 30 days.
Jamal Smith receives life sentence in fatal Hwy 169 road rage shooting
A Chicago man is about to learn his fate for murdering a father in a fit of road rage.
Loretta Lynn, country music icon, dies at 90
Loretta Lynn, the Kentucky coal miner's daughter who became a pillar of country music, has died at the age of 90.
George Floyd killing: Tou Thao and J Alexander Kueng to begin federal term Tuesday
J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao are scheduled to report to the U.S. Marshals Service on Tuesday morning.
M Health Fairview reaches tentative deal with mental health workers as Allina strike continues
More than 130 mental health workers at Allina Health will be back on the picket line Tuesday for the second day of their three-day strike for fair contracts.
Tupperware is now being sold at Target stores
For nearly 76 years, the popular food storage containers were primarily sold at in-home "Tupperware parties."
Dr. Scott Jensen claimed kids are using litter boxes in schools – it's an internet hoax
The Republican candidate for governor of Minnesota repeated last week a bizarre hoax claim which has been debunked that children are being told they can identify as anthropomorphic cats and are being allowed to use litter boxes to urinate in schools.
Frontline workers to begin receiving hundreds in "hero pay" this week
Gov. Tim Walz's office said 1,025,655 frontline workers will begin receiving payments of $487.45 on Wednesday.
Mother of Daunte Wright's son sues for funds raised through GoFundMe
The mother of the son of Daunte Wright, who was fatally shot during a traffic stop by former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter, has filed a lawsuit, saying that her son is entitled to half the money raised through GoFundMe donations.
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NEXT Weather: Mild weather continues Tuesday
Our stretch of mild weather continues Tuesday, with above average highs across the state and a partly sunny sky.
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In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
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Community turns out for pointsettia greenhouse following fire
Despite all the damage, Maple Grove firefighters saved much of the Garden Center, where poinsettias are growing for the upcoming holiday season.
NEXT Weather: Noon weather report
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says light rain moves in tonight and tomorrow, and temps will be falling throughout Thursday.
Scientists tout simple solution for methane emissions
A new climate report finds changing the way cities deal with waste could slash global emissions of planet-heating methane.
Trump's influence being felt up and down 2022 ballots
The latest CBS News battleground tracker poll shows Republicans poised to win the House. But since the summer, that number has continued to shrink as Democrats continue to gain momentum.
Jamal Smith receives life sentence in road rage fatal shooting
The Chicago man found guilty of murdering a man in a fit of road rage was officially sentenced to life in prison Tuesday.
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Cueto helps White Sox beat Twins after La Russa steps down
The Twins dropped to 9-19 in their last 28 games. Gio Urshela hit a two-run homer, and Bailey Ober pitched five innings of two-hit ball.
Vikings still winning despite offense's unfulfilling drives
The upside for the Minnesota Vikings is clear: They've finished the first quarter of their first season under new head coach Kevin O'Connell by managing to build a firm foundation with a 3-1 record.
T-wolves ease Towns back in after illness, hospitalization
Towns took part in non-contact drills with the team on Monday. He will not play in Minnesota's first exhibition game on Tuesday at Miami, coach Chris Finch said.
Latest NFL controversy underscores recent improvements in Minnesota youth football
The severe head injury sustained by Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa only exacerbated worries, especially as the third-year veteran appeared to have suffered another head injury a week before.
Vikings: Lewis Cine is in "great spirits," will remain in London following Tuesday surgery
The Minnesota Vikings released an official statement regarding rookie safety Lewis Cine, who was injured in Sunday's game in London.
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Good Question: What defines "second summers," and how often do we get them?
While the warmth is fleeting, it's almost always appreciated. The color bursts dangling in the wind tell us fall is in the air, but the air itself is forcing people to shed all those seasonal layers.
Why do we dream?
The average person dreams two hours per night. You might not remember it -- but that might be because you're not supposed to.
What is the ideal indoor temperature?
It's that time of year when we keep tweaking our thermostat in search for the "magic number."
When should kids be allowed to have a phone?
If you have a child between 6 and 12, there's a good chance they've asked you for a cellphone.
Can a sudden change in temperature affect our health?
The temperature plunge can be tough mentally and physically, too, as some people complain of cold symptoms, headaches and feeling off-kilter.
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Local musicians find solidarity performing at George Floyd Square every week
A group of local musicians playing saxophone, trumpet, drums and more gather at the site of what once was a Speedway gas station across from where George Floyd was killed more than two years ago.
Donations from WCCO viewers boost scholarships for north Mpls. students
Donations are making a difference for north Minneapolis students. Since launching in 2018, Wilson's Image College scholarships have increased from $500 per student to $2,500.
Excavating the history of a Black church in Hastings burned down in early 1900s
It's a part of Hastings history that is just now being talked about: A Black church that was burned down in the early 1900s.
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Hennepin Co. Sheriff Hutchinson's license to be temporarily suspended
Embattled Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson's peace officer license will be suspended for 30 days.
Minn. Supreme Court orders Ramsey County to send corrected ballots after listing dead GOP candidate
The issue was discovered on the first day of early voting in Minnesota last month. Nearly 1,200 absentee ballots with the error had been issued before it was spotted, the county said.
George Floyd killing: Tou Thao and J Alexander Kueng to begin federal term Tuesday
J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao are scheduled to report to the U.S. Marshals Service on Tuesday morning.
Ed Sheeran coming to U.S. Bank Stadium next summer
Singer Ed Sheeran announced his new tour and it includes a stop here in the Twin Cities.
Jamal Smith receives life sentence in fatal Hwy 169 road rage shooting
The Chicago man found guilty of murdering a man in a fit of road rage was officially sentenced to life in prison Tuesday.
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Lakeville, Moorhead offering same-day ID services
Getting a new driver's license can be a long process, but two spots in Minnesota will have your new ID ready the very same day.
Voyageurs' cameras capture mom and cub wolves foraging for blueberries
Experts say it is the first footage of a mom and pup foraging for blueberries together that they're aware of.
Minnesota winemakers thriving due to near-perfect conditions for growing grapes
Drought last year and dry conditions this year have been challenging for farmers in many parts of the state. But there's a Minnesota crop that thrives in dry weather.
Latest NFL controversy underscores recent improvements in Minnesota youth football
The severe head injury sustained by Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa only exacerbated worries, especially as the third-year veteran appeared to have suffered another head injury a week before.
Plane was in air for less than 8 minutes before crash into house, killing 3
Thirty-two-year-old Alyssa Schmidt, her 31-year-old brother Matt Schmidt, and the pilot, 32-year-old Tyler Fretland, died in the Hermantown crash.
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Wisconsin parade suspect delays jury picks with disruptions
Before prospective jurors were led into the courtroom Monday morning, Darrell Brooks repeatedly interrupted Judge Jennifer Dorow, saying he didn't recognize the state of Wisconsin or Dorow as a judge.
Wisconsin fires Paul Chryst; names DC Leonhard interim coach
Wisconsin fired head coach Paul Chryst on Sunday after a 2-3 start to his eighth season leading the school where he played in the city where he grew up.
Defendant to represent himself in Wisconsin parade trial
Darrell Brooks plowed through the city's Christmas parade in his Ford Escape last year, killing six people and injuring dozens more, prosecutors allege. His trial opens Monday with jury selection and is expected to last at least a month.
AMBER Alert canceled for 15-year-old Wisconsin girl
Authorities in western Wisconsin Sunday night canceled an AMBER Alert sent out for a 15-year-old girl, saying she was found safe.
"Thanks for letting me make memories": 10-year-old boy donates allowance to hotel damaged by Hurricane Ian
Though people in the path of Hurricane Ian were hit hardest, many watched the effects from afar, including a 10-year-old from western Wisconsin.
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Minn. Supreme Court orders Ramsey County to send corrected ballots after listing dead GOP candidate
The issue was discovered on the first day of early voting in Minnesota last month. Nearly 1,200 absentee ballots with the error had been issued before it was spotted, the county said.
Supreme Court weighs high-stakes voting case
At issue is an Alabama congressional map that has only one majority-Black district out of seven, even though the state's population is 27% Black.
The Onion files a (real) Supreme Court brief in defense of parody
The court filing doesn't entirely keep a straight face, calling the Supreme Court "total Latin dorks."
DOJ: Oath Keepers fought peaceful transfer of power "by any means necessary"
Stewart Rhodes and his codefendants are accused by the government of planning their Capitol attack for months. "Hogwash," said one defense attorney.
Herschel Walker denies paying for a girlfriend's abortion in 2009
The Daily Beast reports that he did. The GOP Georgia Senate candidate has been an adamant opponent of abortion rights, with no exceptions.
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Lakeville, Moorhead offering same-day ID services
Getting a new driver's license can be a long process, but two spots in Minnesota will have your new ID ready the very same day.
Analysts expect record turkey, egg prices ahead of Thanksgiving
Consumers can expect to pay more for their Thanksgiving turkey this year as inflation and bird flu continue to make an impact on the market.
Make a little extra cash by flipping items you already own
There are a lot of ways to make money doing a side hustle - and one way to get started is to flip some of the items you already own.
Xcel Energy smart meters are coming to your home, so here's what you need to know
It all started with a postcard in the mail that told Pam Pommer she'd soon be getting a new utility meter installed at her home.
University of Minnesota to refund students for lack of food in dining halls
Officials cite "ongoing staffing shortages" for the substandard dining experiences so far this school year.
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Hennepin Co. Sheriff Hutchinson's license to be temporarily suspended
Embattled Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson's peace officer license will be suspended for 30 days.
George Floyd killing: Tou Thao and J Alexander Kueng to begin federal term Tuesday
J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao are scheduled to report to the U.S. Marshals Service on Tuesday morning.
Jamal Smith receives life sentence in fatal Hwy 169 road rage shooting
The Chicago man found guilty of murdering a man in a fit of road rage was officially sentenced to life in prison Tuesday.
Sentencing Tuesday for man who killed youth baseball coach Jay Boughton
Jay Boughton was killed in the summer of 2021. The youth baseball coach was driving on Highway 169 in Plymouth with his 16-year-old son.
Wisconsin parade suspect delays jury picks with disruptions
Before prospective jurors were led into the courtroom Monday morning, Darrell Brooks repeatedly interrupted Judge Jennifer Dorow, saying he didn't recognize the state of Wisconsin or Dorow as a judge.
Health News
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M Health Fairview reaches tentative agreement with mental health workers as Allina strike continues
More than 130 mental health workers at Allina Health will be back on the picket line Tuesday for the second day of their three-day strike for fair contracts.
Judge who voided Minnesota abortion limits blocks appeal bid
A Minnesota judge who struck down key restrictions on abortion in the state has rejected a bid by a county prosecutor who hopes to appeal the ruling.
Allina mental health workers begin 3-day strike
More than a hundred mental health workers with Allina Health are on the picket line Monday.
Announcement on frontline worker "hero pay" expected Monday
Officials announced Monday that more than 1 million frontline workers in Minnesota will begin receiving hundreds of dollars in "hero pay" starting this week.
40 races, 40 finishes: Meet the 61-year-old who's never missed the Twin Cities Marathon
Knight grew up an athlete, but not necessarily a runner. Like many great stories, his marathon journey started with a bet from a friend.
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Will Smith's first movie since Oscars slap will be released in December
Smith posted a trailer of "Emancipation" and called it the "hardest movie I've ever made."
Loretta Lynn, country music icon, dies at 90
Loretta Lynn, the Kentucky coal miner's daughter who became a pillar of country music, has died at the age of 90.
Ed Sheeran coming to U.S. Bank Stadium next summer
Singer Ed Sheeran announced his new tour and it includes a stop here in the Twin Cities.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
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Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
Queen Elizabeth II through the years
A look at the extraordinary life of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest reigning monarch.
Pro football week 1: Packers at Vikings (Sept. 11, 2022)
The Minnesota Vikings are kicking off their 2022 season against the rival green Bay Packers. It was a match expected to draw tens of thousands to Downtown Minneapolis.
Minnesotans capture northern lights on Sept. 4, 2022
The northern lights glowed brightly in the skies over Minnesota Saturday night.