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Was it a success? Dinkytown safety pilot program wraps up its final weekend of street closures
Campus safety hoped they would see crime dip during the three-weekend trial, specifically drive-by shootings and drag racing.
1 treated for smoke inhalation after Minneapolis fire
Crews responded to a fire on the 3200 block of Thomas Avenue North. Crews saw smoke visibly emerging from the home, and found a resident attempting to put out a now-smoldering fire.
"Harvest a New North" event aims to change North Minneapolis narrative away from violence
A coalition of churches and community groups are working together, bringing community together to celebrate a new way of thinking.
Fargo School Board votes to halt recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
The school board in North Dakota's largest city decided to stop reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at their meetings, prompting a Republican lawmaker to vow to push for a voucher program that would allow public money to pay for private school tuition.
Minnesota's Voyageurs ranked among least-visited U.S. National Parks
Billed as a park of "water, islands and horizons," Voyageurs covers 218,055 acres -- 84,000 of which is water. There are more than 500 islands and four large lakes.
16-year-old passenger killed in Waconia car crash
The driver, who was in a Toyota Camry, collided with a payloader parked on the side of the road. Authorities say that it had been marked with a traffic cone, and the speed limit in the area is 30 mph.
Community members hold climate change circle to push for more city action
The circle was organized by Minneapolis locals. They're hoping to see city leaders take-up a People's Climate and Equity Plan.
Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has COVID, will miss Sunday's preseason game
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins will miss Sunday's preseason game after testing positive for COVID-19, the team confirmed Friday.
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NEXT Weather: Quiet, pleasant weekend ahead
It will be a tad muggy, but otherwise seasonable and pleasant all weekend long.
Meet the WCCO NEXT Weather team
WCCO's Next Weather team are always looking for what's next in Minnesota's rapidly-changing weather environments.
What is NEXT Weather?
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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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. weather report
WCCO's Katie Steiner says that temperatures are going to head up over the next few days.
Did U of M barricade pilot program curb crime?
Barricades went up on two blocks in the heart of Dinkytown. That created pedestrian-only areas. Campus safety hoped they would see crime dip during the three-week trial.
WCCO digital headlines: Evening of Aug. 13, 2022
Erin Hassanzadeh shares the latest headlines and updates.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. weather report
WCCO's Katie Steiner says we should see more sunshine tomorrow than we got today. It will be less sticky out there tomorrow as well.
Cutest puppy contest at Westonka's Dog Days
Erin Hassanzadeh had the honor of being a judge in the competition.
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Urshela, Mahle power Twins to 4-0 victory over Angels
Gio Urshela had his 11th home run of the season among his three hits, Tyler Mahle pitched three-hit ball over six innings and the Minnesota Twins defeated the Los Angeles Angels 4-0 Friday night.
Storm secure No. 4 seed, spoil Fowles' home finale for Lynx
The Seattle Storm secured the No. 4 seed in the WNBA playoffs with a 96-69 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Friday night, spoiling Sylvia Fowles' final regular-season home game.
Goal of the Year awarded to Aurora's Addy Symonds
Addison Symonds, a defender for the Minnesota Aurora, won the Goal of the Year for the 2022 inaugural USL W League season.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has COVID, will miss Sunday's preseason game
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins will miss Sunday's preseason game after testing positive for COVID-19, the team confirmed Friday.
Sylvia Fowles leaving on her own terms, with exit fueling Lynx's push for playoffs
Clarity about the end of her exceptional WNBA career came for Sylvia Fowles last year through a feeling of resistance familiar to everyone from elite athletes to average fans.
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Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
What's leading to the early signs of fall colors?
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
Why aren't manholes flush with the street?
Those 205-pound covers are where they are for three main reasons.
How much water should we be drinking each day?
It's important to quench your thirst this week as temperatures soar, but no matter how hot it is outside, our bodies need to stay hydrated.
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"Harvest a New North" event aims to change North Minneapolis narrative away from violence
A coalition of churches and community groups are working together, bringing community together to celebrate a new way of thinking.
Homeowners out money for backyard pool react to developments since WCCO launched investigation
The pool contractor at the center of a WCCO investigation is being sued by the Attorney General's office.
Help Minnesota teachers clear their wish lists of supplies needed to improve the learning experience
Kristin Vaillancourt is a third-generation teacher working with elementary-aged special education students in the St. Louis Public School District. She has an Amazon wish list, along with nearly 400 other Minnesota teachers.
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Was it a success? Dinkytown safety pilot program wraps up its final weekend of street closures
Campus safety hoped they would see crime dip during the three-weekend trial, specifically drive-by shootings and drag racing.
1 treated for smoke inhalation after Minneapolis fire
Crews responded to a fire on the 3200 block of Thomas Avenue North. Crews saw smoke visibly emerging from the home, and found a resident attempting to put out a now-smoldering fire.
16-year-old passenger killed in Waconia car crash
The driver, who was in a Toyota Camry, collided with a payloader parked on the side of the road. Authorities say that it had been marked with a traffic cone, and the speed limit in the area is 30 mph.
Community members hold climate change circle to push for more city action
The circle was organized by Minneapolis locals. They're hoping to see city leaders take-up a People's Climate and Equity Plan.
"Harvest a New North" event aims to change North Minneapolis narrative away from violence
A coalition of churches and community groups are working together, bringing community together to celebrate a new way of thinking.
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Fargo School Board votes to halt recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
The school board in North Dakota's largest city decided to stop reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at their meetings, prompting a Republican lawmaker to vow to push for a voucher program that would allow public money to pay for private school tuition.
Minnesota's Voyageurs ranked among least-visited U.S. National Parks
Billed as a park of "water, islands and horizons," Voyageurs covers 218,055 acres -- 84,000 of which is water. There are more than 500 islands and four large lakes.
Alcohol believed to be major factor in crash that killed 39-year-old woman
Officers say alcohol was a major factor in a fatal crash late Friday night on Highway 21.
Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Police say passengers weren't wearing seat belts in fatal I-35 crash near Wyoming
Minnesota State Patrol say a Chevrolet truck was traveling south on I-35, near Viking Boulevard early this afternoon when it hit a guardrail and rolled into the left median.
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Police shoot and kill Wisconsin man after domestic dispute
The shooting happened after officers were confronted by an armed man when they were called to a home in Appleton on Friday night, the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation said in a news release.
Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
Camp Breakaway is game changer for children battling disease
These kids are sharing more than a good time - they share the burden of bad health too. The campers or their siblings have life-threatening blood disorders.
Bond set at $1 million for Nicolae Miu, accused of stabbing 5 on Apple River
Bond was set at $1 million for Nicolae Miu, 52, who allegedly stabbed five and killed one person on the Apple River last month.
Politics
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Fargo School Board votes to halt recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
The school board in North Dakota's largest city decided to stop reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at their meetings, prompting a Republican lawmaker to vow to push for a voucher program that would allow public money to pay for private school tuition.
What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Consumer News
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Best Buy trims jobs after it cuts sales and profit outlook
Best Buy, the nation's largest consumer electronics chain, is trimming jobs in an effort to adjust to new changes in consumer behavior as the virus wanes.
Attorney general's office sues pool contractor following WCCO investigation
"Mr. Workman is going to have to answer, he's going to have to compensate his victims, he's going to be held accountable," Attorney General Keith Ellison said.
The number of factors leading to turkey meat shortage
If you noticed that turkey is hit or miss at some delis and restaurants, you're not alone.
With inflation rising, Mike's Discount Foods seeing bump in business
Family-owned grocery chain Mike's Discount Foods is seeing a bump in business as inflation continues to have food prices climbing month over month.
How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
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Was it a success? Dinkytown safety pilot program wraps up its final weekend of street closures
Campus safety hoped they would see crime dip during the three-weekend trial, specifically drive-by shootings and drag racing.
Police shoot and kill Wisconsin man after domestic dispute
The shooting happened after officers were confronted by an armed man when they were called to a home in Appleton on Friday night, the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation said in a news release.
Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Alcohol believed to be major factor in crash that killed 39-year-old woman
Officers say alcohol was a major factor in a fatal crash late Friday night on Highway 21.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
Health
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Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
EyeBOX: Minneapolis neurosurgeon invents game-changing concussion test
The start of football season brings the return of that important topic: Concussions. There's a new test that was approved by the FDA in December that could change the game, and its creator is from Minneapolis.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Minnesota Nurses Association announces strike vote next week
Calling for "patients over profits," the Minnesota Nurses Association on Thursday announced its plan to vote on a strike next week.
COVID in MN: Cases over time, hospitalization rate continue to hold in plateau
Minnesota health officials on Thursday released a weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic in the state, showing that some key metrics continue to hold in a plateau.
Entertainment
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Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Steve Martin says he won't "seek" new TV, movie work: "This is, weirdly, it"
The actor hinted at a possible retirement in an interview published Wednesday.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John's visit to Olivia, Minn.
A month after "Grease" opened in 1978, Olivia Newton-John chartered a jet at her own expense to be the grand marshal in the centennial parade in tiny Olivia.
Olivia Newton-John, "Grease" star and Grammy-winning singer, dies at 73
Newton-John burst onto the Hollywood scene with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta's Danny in the 1978 blockbuster, "Grease."
Woody Harrelson pens poem for baby girl who looks like him
Not only did the Oscar-nominated actor respond, he wrote the little girl a poem.
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New foods at 2022 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has announced dozens of new foods and drinks for the 2022 event.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."