Children of Melissa and Mark Hortman speak out following fatal shooting
Sophie and Colin Hortman are responding to the fatal shooting of their parents, Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman.
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Witness recounts spotting suspect in lawmaker shootings in rural area
People near the town of Green Isle, Minnesota, are reacting to an intense police search and manhunt that ultimately led to the arrest of one of their neighbors.
Vance Boelter went to other targets' homes the night he shot lawmakers, FBI says
Boelter is facing six charges in federal court, including stalking and murder.
Trump says he won't call Walz about lawmaker shootings
President Trump said Tuesday that he won't call Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz after the targeted shootings of two state lawmakers because it would "waste time."
Twin Cities food scene earns two James Beard Awards
Minnesota took home two James Beard Awards during Monday night's ceremony, earning some national recognition for its locally evangelized food scene.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem transported to hospital
Kristi Noem is "alert and recovering" after being hospitalized, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed.
Man who allegedly threatened deputies with crossbow arrested
A man responsible for dozens of 911 calls and complaints from neighbors has been arrested after Hennepin County deputies say he threatened them with a crossbow.
Tornado touches down in southern Minnesota, NWS says
A tornado touched down east of Nicollet on Monday night, according to the National Weather Service.
Ancient crop shows promise as sustainable jet fuel, researchers say
Every time we take flight, there's an environmental cost. Now, scientists are trying to grow a solution that could also be big business for Minnesota farmers.
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Tornado touches down in southern Minnesota, NWS says
A tornado touched down east of Nicollet on Monday night, according to the National Weather Service.
Warm Father's Day ahead, chances for storms push into next week
A warm front will make for a beautiful Father's Day, putting temperatures in the 70s. However, the chance for isolated showers and storms will continue into the work week.
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.
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Trump: I won't "waste time" calling Gov. Walz after Hortman's assassination
U.S. presidents often reach out to other elected officials at times of tragedy to offer their condolences. But President Trump said he won't call to console Gov. Tim Walz following the deadly political shootings that targeted Democratic Minnesota lawmakers.
NEXT Weather: Noon report on June 17, 2025
There will be some storm chances in southern Minnesota on Tuesday and Wednesday, and the temps this week will start to heat up.
Fact check: Did Gov. Tim Walz know the alleged killer of Rep. Melissa Hortman?
Under state law, the governor appoints hundreds of people to dozens, if not hundreds of boards across the state ranging in different topics. Beret Leone asks a political expert about the likelihood the alleged shooter knew Sen. John Hoffman and Gov. Tim Walz.
Tips for adding a dose of kindness to your day-to-day life
Lifestyles contributor Jasmine Stringer shares a few simple things you can do to make your daily life a little bit more kind.
It's the toughest topic for parents to talk about with kids. Tips for talking about money.
Dustin Smith, with Wealth Enhancement Group, shares some advice for talking to kids about money, at the various stages of their development.
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Vikings' 2025 training camp features joint practices with Patriots
The Minnesota Vikings announced their 2025 training camp schedule Tuesday, with a dozen practices open to fans and plenty of ancillary activities.
Trial date set for Vikings WR Jordan Addison's California DUI case
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is set to go to trial next month on a drunken driving charge in California.
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.
Gophers claim top two spots in NCAA hammer throw final
The Gopher men's hammer throwers are the best in the country. At the NCAA championships last week, they pulled off an improbable 1-2 finish.
Astros sweep 3-game series against Twins
Victor Caratini had a sacrifice fly in the ninth and Mauricio Dubón hit a walk-off single with two out in the 10th to help the Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 and sweep the three-game series.
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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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A fact check on Gov. Walz's appointment of Vance Boelter
About six years ago, Boelter was appointed to the Minnesota Governor's Workforce Development Board by Democratic Gov. Tim Walz. But what exactly does being appointed to that board mean?
Teenager pleads guilty after police confiscate machine guns, ghost guns
An 18-year-old man has pleaded guilty to owning a machine gun after an investigation at a St. Paul home in March recovered a cache of weapons, including a ghost gun.
Trump says he won't call Walz about lawmaker shootings
President Trump said Tuesday that he won't call Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz after the targeted shootings of two state lawmakers because it would "waste time."
Twin Cities food scene earns two James Beard Awards
Minnesota took home two James Beard Awards during Monday night's ceremony, earning some national recognition for its locally evangelized food scene.
Friends say man charged in lawmaker shootings was religious, conservative
The man accused of assassinating the top Democrat in the Minnesota House held deeply religious and politically conservative views, telling a congregation in Africa two years ago that the U.S. was in a "bad place" where most churches didn't oppose abortion.
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Ancient crop shows promise as sustainable jet fuel, researchers say
Every time we take flight, there's an environmental cost. Now, scientists are trying to grow a solution that could also be big business for Minnesota farmers.
Tornado touches down in southern Minnesota, NWS says
A tornado touched down east of Nicollet on Monday night, according to the National Weather Service.
Witness recounts spotting suspect in lawmaker shootings in rural area
People near the town of Green Isle, Minnesota, are reacting to an intense police search and manhunt that ultimately led to the arrest of one of their neighbors.
Trial of Sen. Nicole Mitchell postponed in response to lawmaker shootings
The burglary trial against Minnesota Sen. Nicole Mitchell has been delayed in response to the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
Vance Boelter's car found after lawmaker shootings in Minnesota
Residents of Sibley County are encouraged to lock their doors and secure their vehicles, adding that law enforcement will be going to area residences to ask to search properties.
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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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DHS Secretary Kristi Noem transported to hospital
Kristi Noem is "alert and recovering" after being hospitalized, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed.
A fact check on Gov. Walz's appointment of Vance Boelter
About six years ago, Boelter was appointed to the Minnesota Governor's Workforce Development Board by Democratic Gov. Tim Walz. But what exactly does being appointed to that board mean?
Fact check: Did Gov. Tim Walz know the alleged killer of Rep. Melissa Hortman?
Under state law, the governor appoints hundreds of people to dozens, if not hundreds of boards across the state ranging in different topics. Beret Leone asks a political expert about the likelihood the alleged shooter knew Sen. John Hoffman and Gov. Tim Walz.
NYC Comptroller Brad Lander arrested and released by ICE agents
NYC Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by ICE agents Tuesday at immigration court in Manhattan.
Minnesota lawmakers sound alarms concerning safety of elected officials
There has been discussion about safety around the state capitol for years, but the tragedy adds a new level of urgency. Several lawmakers told WCCO how the shootings shattered their sense of safety.
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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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Man who allegedly threatened deputies with crossbow arrested
A man responsible for dozens of 911 calls and complaints from neighbors has been arrested after Hennepin County deputies say he threatened them with a crossbow.
A fact check on Gov. Walz's appointment of Vance Boelter
About six years ago, Boelter was appointed to the Minnesota Governor's Workforce Development Board by Democratic Gov. Tim Walz. But what exactly does being appointed to that board mean?
Teenager pleads guilty after police confiscate machine guns, ghost guns
An 18-year-old man has pleaded guilty to owning a machine gun after an investigation at a St. Paul home in March recovered a cache of weapons, including a ghost gun.
R. Kelly hospitalized for overdose, claims murder plot in prison, lawyer says
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
Trial date set for Vikings WR Jordan Addison's California DUI case
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is set to go to trial next month on a drunken driving charge in California.
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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.
RFK Jr. taps allies, COVID vaccine critics for CDC advisory panel
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the previous roster of the CDC's vaccine advisers on Monday.
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.
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R. Kelly hospitalized for overdose, claims murder plot in prison, lawyer says
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
Twin Cities food scene earns two James Beard Awards
Minnesota took home two James Beard Awards during Monday night's ceremony, earning some national recognition for its locally evangelized food scene.
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.