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"A wall of fire": Neighbors say people lived in vacant Uptown apartment since it was condemned
Crews are battling a fire at an apartment building in Minneapolis on Saturday morning.
U.S. eliminated from World Cup after 3-1 loss to Netherlands
Captain Tyler Adams said ahead of Saturday's match the U.S. team was going to have to give it their all.
NEXT Weather Alert: Cold and icy roads, but temps warm up throughout weekend
WCCO has issued a Next Weather Alert because of the widespread icy roads and windblown snow.
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.
Burnsville father called hero after saving his kids from carjacker: "I'm a dad doing dad things"
Derek Gotchie chased down his stolen SUV that had his four children inside, all of them under the age of five.
New Metro D Line launches, connecting MOA to Brooklyn Center
At a time when budgets are stretched thin and the cost of transportation remains high, people in the Twin Cities have a new option to get around.
"There's not a lot of options": Metro homeless encampments grow as temperatures drop, shelters fill up
As temperatures drop to their lowest levels in quite some time, more concern is being raised about the homeless population in the metro area.
NBA star Chet Holmgren donates nearly 200 coats to Brooklyn Park Salvation Army
With the Oklahoma City Thunder in town taking on the Timberwolves, Chet Holmgren stopped by to help hand the coats out to families in need.
Wisconsin man arrested for fifth drunk driving offense
A western Wisconsin man is in custody Saturday after police say he drove drunk.
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Teams finish competing at Prep Bowl
The Prep Bowl wrapped today with three intense championship games at U.S. Bank Stadium.
NEXT Weather: Evening report
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says Sunday will be about 15 degrees warmer than Saturday with highs in the 30s.
Winter Carnival unveils 2023 button designs
Members of the St. Paul Winter Carnival Royal Family, the Vulcan Krewe, and Klondike Kates took turns unveiling each of the four designs Saturday evening at Union Depot.
Union Depot holds Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
This year's tree was generously provided by Dick Lang of Maplewood.
Christmas tree lighting in Anoka
Hundreds came out to the city hall river plaza for the official lighting of the city Christmas tree and fireworks show.
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Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder post physical win over T-Wolves
The Oklahoma City Thunder took advantage of Rudy Gobert's early ejection to post a chippy 135-128 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
Kirill Kaprizov leads Wild to 5-4 shootout win over Ducks
Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy scored in the shootout, helping the Minnesota Wild to a 5-4 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday.
U.S. takes on Netherlands as knockout stage of World Cup begins
Star forward Christian Pulisic has been cleared to play after a pelvic injury.
NBA star Chet Holmgren donates nearly 200 coats to Brooklyn Park Salvation Army
With the Oklahoma City Thunder in town taking on the Timberwolves, Chet Holmgren stopped by to help hand the coats out to families in need.
Prep Bowl kicks off in downtown Minneapolis
The Prep Bowl kicked off Friday morning at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
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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 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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New Metro D Line launches, connecting MOA to Brooklyn Center
At a time when budgets are stretched thin and the cost of transportation remains high, people in the Twin Cities have a new option to get around.
"There's not a lot of options": Metro homeless encampments grow as temperatures drop, shelters fill up
As temperatures drop to their lowest levels in quite some time, more concern is being raised about the homeless population in the metro area.
"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.
St. Paul Winter Carnival unveils 2023 button designs
The St. Paul Winter Carnival recruited artist Gene Okuk to create the 2023 button designs.
Crews battle fire at south Minneapolis apartment building
Crews are battling a fire at an apartment building in Minneapolis on Saturday morning.
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2 people killed in southeastern Minnesota crash
Two people died on Friday afternoon after a crash in southeastern Minnesota.
State Patrol reports over 4 dozen crashes Friday evening
The Minnesota State Patrol reported over 50 crashes as blowing snow and icy roads are making travel difficult Friday evening.
Tow truck operator sentenced to 12 years in prison for drug trafficking conspiracy
A northern Minnesota man was sentenced to 12 years in prison Thursday for his role in a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy.
Moorhead Police investigate woman's death, suspect in custody
Police say they were summoned to the house on the 3800 block of 32nd Street South at about 11 p.m. Thursday, and found the victim with traumatic injuries on her body.
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.
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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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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.
Jennifer Carnahan sues state GOP for allegedly violating separation agreement
Former Minnesota Republican Party chairperson Jennifer Carnahan is suing the state's GOP, alleging that members violated terms of a separation agreement.
President Biden greets Prince William in Boston
President Biden greeted Prince William as event brought them both to Boston on Friday.
DNC panel votes to recommend South Carolina go first in primary process
The DNC's Rules and Bylaws Committee gathered to approve recommendations by President Biden that included making South Carolina Democrats' first to hold its presidential primary contest.
Trump knew about company's alleged tax fraud scheme, prosecutor says
The prosecution rested its case, but first got permission to tell jurors a fraudulent practice "was known to Mr. Trump"
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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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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.
Man shot in south Minneapolis, no arrests made
A 21-year-old man is expected to recover after police say he was shot Friday evening in south Minneapolis.
Tow truck operator sentenced to 12 years in prison for drug trafficking conspiracy
A northern Minnesota man was sentenced to 12 years in prison Thursday for his role in a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy.
Burnsville father called hero after saving his kids from carjacker: "I'm a dad doing dad things"
Derek Gotchie chased down his stolen SUV that had his four children inside, all of them under the age of five.
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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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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.
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"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.
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
"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.