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Minnesota Senate passes bill that would protect abortion rights in state law
After more than 14 hours of debate, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation that would codify abortion rights in the state; it now heads to the governor's desk for signature.
Tyre Nichols' "creative soul" honored in wake of his violent death
Tyre Nichols described himself as an "aspiring photographer" and skateboarder that loved life.
NEXT Weather Alert: Bitter cold air moves in, snow in southern Minnesota
A wind chill alert has been issued in northern Minnesota until noon, and snow is expected in the south. It's the first day of a stretch of bitterly cold days, which is why WCCO has issued a NEXT Weather Alert.
"He's just a special person": Community shows support for custodian undergoing cancer treatment
He goes to school every day but never plays or coaches a game. Still, he's a big part of the Bemidji Athletic Department. His real name is Eric Nelson, but in Bemidji, it's just Big E, and he's special to the kids.
Man shot in both feet while interrupting suspected break-in
Police say an initial investigation revealed that the victim heard glass breaking and believes he interrupted people breaking into a vehicle.
Dozens of dogs compete for the title of cutest puppy, raise thousands of dollars
A local dog derby is using the power of puppies to bring in money for their race next week.
Trump kicks off 2024 presidential campaign in New Hampshire and South Carolina
Trump focused on the Biden administration's handling of foreign policy issues such as the war in Ukraine, the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan and immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Video of Tyre Nichols' violent arrest released by Memphis police
Four videos released by the city of Memphis show different angles of Tyre Nichols being pepper sprayed, kicked in the head while being restrained, punched and struck multiple times with a baton.
Community leaders react to death of Tyre Nichols, demand change
The video of Tyre Nichols' death was unwatchable for some members of the Minneapolis community. For others, it was a sickening reminder of a similar video taken in May 2020.
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How to keep your pets happy and safe during a cold snap
A snow and ice-filled dog park hasn't stopped many pups from having fun, but the dropping temperatures are another story.
Snowy conditions lead to massive pile-up in Southern Wisconsin
Snowy conditions led to a massive traffic pile-up in southern Wisconsin on Friday that left Interstate 39/90 blocked for hours, authorities said.
Despite cold snap, many ready to celebrate the season at St. Paul's Winter Carnival
The cold is part of what makes the Winter Carnival the Winter Carnival. After all, it's in January. So when visitors come here, they're prepared.
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21st Annual Winter Kite Festival held at Lake Harriet
Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors could be spotted throughout the sky around Lake Harriet Saturday.
Cutest Puppy Contest held in Spring Park
Organizers say more than two thousand people came out to the Cutest Puppy Contest today in Spring Park.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report
Saturday morning, it was 30 degrees colder than it was at the same time on Friday. The high temp on Saturday is expected to be 8 degrees, and snow is expected to fall in the south.
The Great Northern Sauna Village opens
Sauna-penuers from across Minnesota and Wisconsin have come together to help create The Great Northern’s first Sauna Village in the U.S. -- and it’s right here in Minneapolis.
Free ice fishing event for kids
Kids in Winona took to the ice Saturday at the annual kids’ ice fishing event at the McNally boat landing.
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Gaudreau secures shootout win as Wild beat Buffalo 3-2
Mats Zuccarello, Kirill Kaprizov and Freddy Gaudreau scored in the shootout, lifting the Minnesota Wild past the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 on Saturday night.
Northwestern beat Minnesota 81-61 for third straight win
Minnesota had a four-point lead six minutes into the game before Northwestern outscored the Gophers 29-7 over the next nine minutes.
Edwards scores 34, Timberwolves beat Kings 117-110
Anthony Edwards had 16 of his 34 points in the pivotal third quarter, D'Angelo Russell scored 25 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 117-110 win against the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night.
Twins, fans enjoy Correa jolt as spring training nears
Correa picked two other teams before returning to Minnesota after those agreements fell through, but his $200 million contract was still pretty sweet for a fan base weary of a two-decade wait since the last time the Twins won a playoff series.
Twins prepare for spring training in Fort Myers, still in hurricane recovery
"There's still debris, there's still trees piled up on the side of the highways," said Twins pitcher Chris Paddack. "You're always seeing semi-trucks with palm trees or trash or whatever it might be."
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Good Question: What are classified documents?
In the past few weeks, there has been a lot of talk about how sensitive information is stored in Washington.
Why do we use slang?
The English language is ever-evolving, thanks to new words or older ones getting new meanings. That informal type of speaking starts to become natural. So why do we use slang?
What exactly is ChatGPT?
"It's huge," said Loup Ventures' Gene Munster. "It's hard to understate how big ChatGPT can be."
How do you know whether you should visit the ER or urgent care?
Whether it's a winter-related injury or sickness around the holidays, health care facilities have been busy recently. The tricky part can be figuring out where to get help.
Is it OK to sleep with your pet?
According to the Academy of Sleep Medicine, almost half of Americans sleep with their pets.
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Survivors join Gov. Walz to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day
On Friday, Gabler was among those in attendance at Plymouth Congregational Church for a special program to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The event, co-hosted by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, also welcomed Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
How to mark the start of Lunar New Year in the Twin Cities
Countries across Asia including China, Vietnam, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and more celebrate the event as well as many communities across the United States.
Budger's in Maynard, one of Minnesota's last supper clubs, to close at year's end
A western Minnesota town is losing its only restaurant. Locals say Budger's Dinner House is more than just a place to eat in the town of Maynard.
After COVID moratoriums expire, registry of homeless veterans begins filling up
The growing number of tent cities across the state is proof there is a need for housing in Minnesota. Inside the scattered encampments, homeless veterans have found refuge. MACV sees a rise in veterans looking for help when temperatures drop.
To honor executed Dakota 38+2, memorial riders brave frigid cold to make their way to Mankato
Despite the extreme weather conditions across the state, a group of horse riders is making their way through southern Minnesota.
MACV helps longest-running homeless veteran arrive at a place to call home
This holiday season, too many veterans have no place to call home, but the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans is on a mission to change that.
Girl who once lost hair to cancer donates locks to kids in need
Nine-year-old Rose Evenson recently donated her hair to a nonprofit that provides wigs to kids in need. For her, it was a full-circle moment.
Frogtown's 5th grade football team makes it to nat'l 3rd place championship game
For the last number of weeks, WCCO's Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield has share updates on a youth football team from the Frogtown Community Center.
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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.
NEXT Weather: Snowstorms of 2022-2023
It's gonna be a long winter, but thanks to WCCO viewers' photo submissions, it's also going to be a pretty one!
Peeking into the homes of Santa Claus, his elves
We've seen it depicted in countless Christmas movies, but now we're getting an inside look at where Santa and his elves live.
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.
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Man shot in both feet while interrupting suspected break-in
Police say an initial investigation revealed that the victim heard glass breaking and believes he interrupted people breaking into a vehicle.
Dozens of dogs compete for the title of cutest puppy, raise thousands of dollars
A local dog derby is using the power of puppies to bring in money for their race next week.
Community leaders react to death of Tyre Nichols, demand change
The video of Tyre Nichols' death was unwatchable for some members of the Minneapolis community. For others, it was a sickening reminder of a similar video taken in May 2020.
"It's a challenge": 100 dive below White Bear Lake in world record attempt
White Bear Lake was the center of the ice scuba diving world Saturday, as hundreds from around the world set their sights on making history.
University of Minnesota law professors test if AI program ChatGPT can pass their final exams
Some University of Minnesota law professors wanted to find out if the artificial intelligence program ChatGPT could pass their final exams.
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"He's just a special person": Community shows support for custodian undergoing cancer treatment
He goes to school every day but never plays or coaches a game. Still, he's a big part of the Bemidji Athletic Department. His real name is Eric Nelson, but in Bemidji, it's just Big E, and he's special to the kids.
How to keep your pets happy and safe during a cold snap
A snow and ice-filled dog park hasn't stopped many pups from having fun, but the dropping temperatures are another story.
"It's going to be a good race": Mushers excited for John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
As temperatures dip down to below-zero, there's a group of athletes who can't wait to get into the fresh, crisp air.
BCA identifies suspect in McLeod County shooting that injured 2 deputies
Investigators say Caturia and Malz went to Paul's home to serve a warrant for possession of child pornography.
2,300 fentanyl pills seized during Waite Park drug bust
Law enforcement in central Minnesota learned from the U.S. Postal Inspector that a large shipment of fentanyl pills were being sent to an address on the 800 block of 7th Street South in Waite Park.The package allegedly contained 2,300 pills.
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Snowy conditions lead to massive pile-up in Southern Wisconsin
Snowy conditions led to a massive traffic pile-up in southern Wisconsin on Friday that left Interstate 39/90 blocked for hours, authorities said.
Feds sue Wisconsin military department over discrimination
The lawsuit alleges that Michelle Hartness applied for a supervisory position within Wisconsin Emergency Management, a WDMA division, in 2016 after earning stellar reviews as a state emergency management director over the previous five years.
Wisconsin judge mulls what constitutes an address for voting
A Wisconsin judge is considering whether to make clear that local election officials can accept absentee ballots missing parts of a witnesses address.
Abortion front and center in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
A liberal judge running in a pivotal race to determine control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court touts her support for abortion rights. The winner of the April 4 election will determine whether the court remains under control of conservative justices or flips to a liberal majority.
Wisconsin's estimated budget surplus tops $7 billion
Wisconsin's projected state budget surplus is now forecast to reach $7.1 billion by July, up more than half a billion dollars from the previous estimate two months ago.
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Trump kicks off 2024 presidential campaign in New Hampshire and South Carolina
Trump focused on the Biden administration's handling of foreign policy issues such as the war in Ukraine, the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan and immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Community leaders react to death of Tyre Nichols, demand change
The video of Tyre Nichols' death was unwatchable for some members of the Minneapolis community. For others, it was a sickening reminder of a similar video taken in May 2020.
Minnesota Senate passes PRO Act
The Senate debated for several hours before officially passing a bill which would guarantee a right to an abortion in the state.
Margaret Brennan on documents found at former president and vice presidents’ homes
Margaret Brennan from Face the Nation sat down with top senators overseeing the intelligence committee.
Ronna McDaniel reelected RNC chair
Ronna McDaniel won a fourth term, despite her challenger getting a last-minute boost from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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Tips to help you save hundreds on your spring break trips
If you're hoping to escape the Minnesota freeze with the best deal in mind, some travel experts say to book your flight before anything else.
How wage theft drains millions of dollars from Minnesota families – and what's being done to stop it.
A CBS News Investigation dug into the data on reported wage thefts from state departments of labor, and found the total value of known cash withheld by employers is roughly $1.5 billion.
Take control of your money with these budgeting tips
"People worry about doing it right," Grant Meyer, a CPA with Financial Planning Association of Minnesota (FPA of Minnesota), said. "I would say the best thing is to do something because something is better than nothing."
Court reverses class action decision in Wisconsin Burger King lawsuit
A group of managers at Burger King filed a lawsuit in November 2019, alleging that they have to work more than 40 hours a week and spend most of their time doing the same work as nonexecutive employees at the restaurants.
Don't miss "Lake Chipotle's" polar plunge this Saturday
Facebook event advertising polar plunge at "Lake Chipotle" garners 1.6K responses from users.
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Man shot in both feet while interrupting suspected break-in
Police say an initial investigation revealed that the victim heard glass breaking and believes he interrupted people breaking into a vehicle.
Video of Tyre Nichols' violent arrest released by Memphis police
Four videos released by the city of Memphis show different angles of Tyre Nichols being pepper sprayed, kicked in the head while being restrained, punched and struck multiple times with a baton.
Community leaders react to death of Tyre Nichols, demand change
The video of Tyre Nichols' death was unwatchable for some members of the Minneapolis community. For others, it was a sickening reminder of a similar video taken in May 2020.
Police: 15-year-old shot in the neck in St. Paul
Police in St. Paul say a teenager is in the hospital Friday night after he was shot in the neck.
BCA identifies suspect in McLeod County shooting that injured 2 deputies
Investigators say Caturia and Malz went to Paul's home to serve a warrant for possession of child pornography.
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Gay and bisexual men would be able to donate blood under rule change
Potential donors would be screened with a questionnaire that evaluates their individual risks for HIV based on sexual behavior, recent partners and other factors.
Minnesota Senate passes bill that would protect abortion rights in state law
After more than 14 hours of debate, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation that would codify abortion rights in the state; it now heads to the governor's desk for signature.
VA urges millions of veterans exposed to burn pits to file claims
The PACT Act takes the burden of proof off veterans, automatically linking asthma, some cancers and other illnesses to burn pit exposure.
"Safe Spaces" offers lifeline to human trafficking, abuse victims in Hennepin County
A new pilot program in the heart of the Twin Cities is offering a lifeline to victims of human trafficking and abuse.
Conjoined twins successfully separated at Texas hospital
The procedure, involving a team of 25 medical professionals, marked a surgical first for the Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth.
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Jeremy Renner was run over by snowplow while trying to protect nephew
Jeremy Renner said he broke more than 30 bones in the accident.
John Mayer coming to the Xcel Center this spring
John Mayer announces North American spring tour, stopping at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center on April 1.
First round of performers announced for 65th Annual Grammy Awards
Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Steve Lacy, Lizzo, Kim Petras and Sam Smith will take the stage on "Music's Biggest Night."
Paris Hilton announces birth of first baby
You are already loved beyond words," Hilton wrote.
Australia could deny rapper Ye an entry visa over his antisemitism
Australia's Migration Act sets security and character requirements for non-citizens to enter the country.