Ex-Minnesota senator charged with soliciting minor released to halfway home
The judge said Justin Eichorn doesn't have a criminal record, he isn't a flight risk and has "strong ties to the community."
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State employees must work in office at least 50% of the time, Walz says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
The Atlantic posts more texts from Signal group chat showing Hegseth provided detailed attack plans
The Trump White House has said "these were NOT war plans that were discussed."
Tesla suing to open dealerships in Wisconsin
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Gov. Walz touts "unified front" in Minnesota's bird flu fight
Walz seeks $4 million in state funding for response efforts, while the U of M just got a $1.5 million USDA grant.
Mom goes on quest for answers when teen son develops mystery illness
When a 17-year-old Minnesota boy got sick with a mysterious illness, his mom went on a quest for answers.
Wis. Supreme Court race the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
Student calls EMS from bus radio as driver has medical emergency
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
How fewer NWS balloon launches could impact forecasts
Staffing shortages at nearly a dozen National Weather Service offices will mean fewer weather balloon launches.
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How fewer NWS balloon launches could impact forecasts
Staffing shortages at nearly a dozen National Weather Service offices will mean fewer weather balloon launches.
Cold, quiet Saturday gives way to a wet and windy Sunday
A cooler and quiet start to the weekend will give way to a wet and windy beginning of the week.
Weather officials warn against additional NOAA job cuts
One of the agency's partners, the American Meteorological Society, warned separately that "the consequences to the American people will be large and wide-ranging, including increased vulnerability to hazardous weather."
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This Korean War veteran goes to the same American Legion for 75 years
Delmar Liestman, a Korean War veteran, received an award to celebrate 75 years of membership to Princeton's American Legion. WCCO photojournalist Tony Peterson has the story.
Minnesota Twins debuts new "ticketless" entry technology ahead of season opener
New security features at Target Field include the "GoAhead" Technology, where your face becomes your ticket, ahead of opening day. WCCO's Adam Duxter shows us how the technology works.
City leaders and federal employees feel differently about Gov. Tim Walz's call back to work order
Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Tim Walz has ordered federal employees back to the office at least 50% of the time. Feelings are mixed between business owners, city leaders and employees themselves. WCCO's Jason Rantala has more.
How Trump's cuts could impact weather balloon launches
Staffing shortages at nearly a dozen National Weather Service offices will mean fewer weather balloon launches. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso explains how that could impact your weather forecast.
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Your ticket? Your face. Minnesota Twins unveil "GoAhead" entry at Target Field
New security features at Target Field include the "GoAhead" Technology, where your face becomes your ticket, ahead of opening day.
Muba Nour makes history as first Somali-American player on MNUFC2
From playing on local fields to making history on the professional stage, Mubashir "Muba" Nour is proving that no dream is too big, and no goal is too far out of reach.
High School Sports Rally: St. Paul basketball team wraps up big season
The Harding High School boys’ basketball team just finished a historic season with their first-ever state tournament appearance, and it shares extra special meaning for head coach Stephen Solaja.
Wild lose to Golden Knights 5-1
Jack Eichel scored three goals for his fifth career hat trick as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-1.
J.J. McCarthy says Vikings haven't yet handed him No. 1 QB job
With Sam Darnold joining the Seattle Seahawks and a brief dalliance with Aaron Rodgers seemingly ended — or at least on pause — the assumption is the Minnesota Vikings will enter next season with J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback. According to McCarthy himself, though, that's not a sure thing.
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How to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
Do sleep trackers help you get better sleep?
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
Here's how potential Medicaid cuts could impact Minnesotans
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
Doctor shares best remedies for congestion, seasonal allergies
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
How do wildlife officials count the fish in Minnesota's lakes?
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
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Student calls EMS from bus radio as driver has medical emergency
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
Bethel University students help small town rebuild after Hurricane Helene
Eleven college students from Bethel University in Minnesota ditched their traditional spring break trips to a North Carolina community in crisis.
WCCO alum Caroline Lowe inducted into Minn. Broadcasters Hall of Fame
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Brothers to run Boston Marathon — pushing their dad with ALS the whole way
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Minnesotans reflect on COVID pandemic 5 years after lockdown
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Karen refugees reconnect on study abroad trip to Thailand
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Family back home after fulfilling final wish of son with rare disorder
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
World War II veteran shares stories from the frontlines
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
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Minnesota snowstorm gallery: March 5, 2025
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
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Gallery: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
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Justin Eichorn's wife accused of trying to retrieve laptop from apartment
The wife of Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator federally charged with attempting to solicit sex from a minor, faces allegations from federal prosecutors that she helped try to conceal evidence for him.
Your ticket? Your face. Minnesota Twins unveil "GoAhead" entry at Target Field
New security features at Target Field include the "GoAhead" Technology, where your face becomes your ticket, ahead of opening day.
Ex-Minnesota senator charged with soliciting minor released to halfway home
Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator who resigned last week after being charged with soliciting a minor for sex, was ordered to be released from a county jail and into a halfway home on Wednesday as he awaits his trial.
Gov. Walz touts "unified front" in Minnesota's bird flu fight
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says there is a "unified front" in the state's fight against bird flu, which was recently detected in a Stearns County dairy herd.
State workers must be in office at least 50% of workdays, Walz says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
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Student calls EMS from bus radio as driver has medical emergency
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
Ex-Minnesota senator charged with soliciting minor released to halfway home
Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator who resigned last week after being charged with soliciting a minor for sex, was ordered to be released from a county jail and into a halfway home on Wednesday as he awaits his trial.
Gov. Walz touts "unified front" in Minnesota's bird flu fight
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says there is a "unified front" in the state's fight against bird flu, which was recently detected in a Stearns County dairy herd.
State workers must be in office at least 50% of workdays, Walz says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
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Tesla suing to open dealerships in Wisconsin
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Minnesota bill targets cash incentives to sign election petitions
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Abortion expected to play a key role in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
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Early voting in Wis. Supreme Court race tests enthusiasm on both sides
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How Trump's cuts could impact weather balloon launches
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AGs unite in lawsuit against Trump’s citzenship voter ID executive order
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Lawmakers aim to cut down car insurance premium hikes
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Ex-Minnesota state Sen. Eichorn released to halfway house amid teen sex scandal
Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator who resigned last week after being charged with soliciting a minor for sex, was ordered to be released from a county jail and into a halfway home on Wednesday as he awaits his trial.
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Minnesota lawmakers considering low-cost car insurance program
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Galleria Edina's floral display offers escape for the winter-weary
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Minnesota one step closer to launching recreational marijuana market
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Dangerous Man Brewing Co. to fully cease operations at end of month
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Iron Door Pub isn't the only business leaving a popular Minneapolis neighborhood
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Justin Eichorn's wife accused of trying to retrieve laptop from apartment
The wife of Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator federally charged with attempting to solicit sex from a minor, faces allegations from federal prosecutors that she helped try to conceal evidence for him.
Ex-Minnesota senator charged with soliciting minor released to halfway home
Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator who resigned last week after being charged with soliciting a minor for sex, was ordered to be released from a county jail and into a halfway home on Wednesday as he awaits his trial.
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A 21-year-old Minneapolis man is accused of committing multiple thefts across the Twin Cities metro, totalling tens of thousands of dollars.
Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
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Michigan resident dies from rabies after contracting virus during medical care
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a transplanted organ in Ohio, county health officials say.
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AEW Dynamite set to take over Roy Wilkins Auditorium
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Students collab with Mixed Blood to merge theater, climate activism
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Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
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