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9 dead after semi, van collide in west-central Wisconsin
The crash happened about 50 miles east of Eau Claire in the Township of Dewhurst.
Minneapolis mayor vetoes minimum wage rideshare ordinance, calls for special session
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has once again vetoed an ordinance passed by the City Council that would guarantee a minimum wage for rideshare drivers. With the council expected to override the veto, he's also calling for a special session.
Police arrest 3 more students after Fridley melee that injured SRO
Authorities say a police officer is in stable condition after getting injured while responding to an incident at Fridley High School Thursday afternoon.
2 Texas men accused of stealing $20K in calculators from 7 Twin Cities Target stores in 1 day
Two Texas men are accused of stealing nearly $20,000 worth of calculators from several Twin Cities Target stores in a single day last month.
Changes to Minnesota's highly anticipated sports gambling bill would prohibit in-game bets
If the amendment is approved, lawmakers say Minnesota would have the safest sports gambling bill in the nation.
HCSO task force members surprised to find 9 with arrest warrants in Minneapolis home during raid
Law enforcement members targeting an individual in a recent drugs and weapons bust at a Minneapolis residence were surprised to find several others with arrest warrants on hand.
Minnesota's first cannabis growing facility is putting down roots near Grand Casino
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe hopes to boost its economy and provide jobs following the competition of the newly constructed 50,000-square-foot facility.
"I don't know why I said that": Minnesota senator calls female Delta pilot a "stewardess" during hearing
Sen. Gene Dornink referred to Delta pilot Laura Haynor as "stewardess" during a Sick and Safe time amendment hearing on Tuesday.
Two men accused of stealing calculators across seven stores, found with cooler carrying $5,000 worth of calculators
Two men are accused of stealing calculators from seven stores across the Minneapolis metro area. The men are believed to be from Texas, and apart of a much larger theft ring.
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Will our warm winter mean a worse-than-average insect summer?
Our record-warm start to the year has made it easy to get outside, but it could have much bigger impacts when it comes to insects as we head into spring and summer.
Red flag warning extended in southern Minnesota due to extreme fire risk
Strong winds and low relative humidity have prompted weather officials to issue a red flag warning due to "extreme fire risk" in southwestern and south-central Minnesota.
Minnesota's moose population officially stands at 3,470, down from 8,840 in 2006
Every year, biologists take flight to count moose in Minnesota, and now they've released their latest figures. The Minnesota moose population has stayed relatively stable, but it's a far cry from where it stood less than two decades ago.
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New changes to Minnesota's sports gambling bill calls in-game bets out of bounds
If the amendment is approved, lawmakers say Minnesota would have the safest sports gambling bill in the nation.
Fans from all over the country flock to Minnesota for the 2024 Big 10 Woman's Basketball Tournament
The NCAA Women's Big Ten Tournament is in full swing in Minneapolis and WCCO has the coverage.
Authorities uncover a stolen calculator ring spanning 7 local Target stores
Find out why stealing calculators will likely equal jail time for two Texas thieves.
9 killed after a deadly semi crash in west-central Wisconsin
A crash in on Highway 95 in Dewhurst, WI resulted in 9 deaths on Friday.
Massive cannabis growing facility near Grand Casino will be the largest on tribal land
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe hopes to boost the economy and provide jobs with the newly constructed 50,000-square-foot facility.
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Joel Eriksson Ek breaks 3rd-period tie in the Wild's 5-2 victory over the Coyotes
Joel Eriksson Ek broke a third-period tie with his 29th goal, Marc-Andre Fleury made 23 saves and the Minnesota Wild beat the Arizona Coyotes 5-2 on Thursday night.
Anthony Edwards scores 44, has spectacular last-second block as Wolves beat Pacers 113-111
Anthony Edwards matched his season high with 44 points, made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 1:11 remaining and came up with a spectacular block at the buzzer to give the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves a 113-111 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Jake Paul to fight Mike Tyson in July: "Time to put Iron Mike to sleep"
A short video trailer posted by Netflix shows Jake Paul getting off a helicopter on a rooftop and coming face to face with Mike Tyson.
Iditarod musher penalized for not properly gutting moose that he killed
Dallas Seavey, a five-time Iditarod champion, used a handgun to shoot and kill a moose that injured one of his dogs.
Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns has torn meniscus and will be out indefinitely
The Minnesota Timberwolves will reportedly be without one of their superstar players for the indefinite future.
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What would happen if daylight saving time was year-round?
This weekend we lose an hour of sleep as we spring forward into daylight saving time. The twice-a-year clock change has long been debated, and that might have you wondering: What would happen if daylight saving time was year-round?
Good Question: How popular have women's sports become?
It's safe to say women's sports are having a moment right now thanks to a record-breaking college athlete.
How should you vote if you don't like the candidates?
Dedication to duty is a trait of the North Star State with Minnesota regularly ranked number one overall in the country for voter turnout.
Good Question: With added service charges, when should customers tip at restaurants?
Going out to eat is getting a bit awkward in the Twin Cities. A growing number of restaurants are adding additional charges to bills, making it hard to determine when and when not to tip.
Why do we cough when we get food stuck in our lungs?
Talking while eating isn't just poor manners. It can lead to a quick fit of coughing chaos if you're not careful. That person in distress might then say, "Wrong pipe!"
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What should happen to former Lake Street Kmart location? Minneapolis wants your input.
When the old Kmart opened decades ago, it closed the block of Nicollet from 29th to Lake Street. The city now admits that the move in the 1970s created a barrier that affected the south Minneapolis community.
Metro Transit ridership grows in 2023, but officials say they need help to continue the trend
Metro Transit says they saw a growth in ridership throughout 2023, but they need help to keep that trend going.
Chanhassen brewery partners with Feed My Starving Children to help feed hungry
The Twin Cities-based nonprofit has been around since 1987, and the meals get boxed up and sent to more than 70 countries around the world.
Wounded sergeant speaks at funeral for 3 fallen Burnsville first responders: "Rest easy, brothers"
A Burnsville police sergeant wounded in the same shooting that killed three first responders paid tribute to the men at their public memorial Wednesday.
Sub shop to feed police officers, firefighters at Wednesday's memorial for fallen Burnsville responders
Sitzmann owns Firehouse Subs in Richfield, and along with her teammates, are prepping 1,500 free meals for the police officers and firefighters attending Wednesday's funeral for Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Ruge and Adam Finseth.
"Dreaming Our Futures" exhibit at University of Minnesota showcases Indigenous artists
A vibrant and provocative art show is currently showing on the University of Minnesota campus in the Twin Cities.
DNR warns of ice ridges and other dangers out on the lakes
The ice fishing season is coming to an end, but for anyone who still wants to get one last day, be wary of dangers.
Two years on and Minnesotans are still standing with those in Ukraine
Saturday marks two years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion in Ukraine. Thousands of miles away here in Minneapolis, hundreds of people gathered at the Ukrainian American Community Center to show support.
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Gallery: Aftermath of large Waseca County wildfire
State fire officials say a grass fire near Waseca is contained Monday morning after burning more than 1,000 acres.
Photos: Burnsville first responders honored at memorial
The three Burnsville first responders who were killed in a shooting earlier this month were honored in a large public memorial on Wednesday.
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.
Super Bowl LVIII
The SF 49ers faced off against the Kansas City Chiefts in Super Bowl LVIII. Here are some of the top shots.
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Changes to Minnesota's highly anticipated sports gambling bill would prohibit in-game bets
If the amendment is approved, lawmakers say Minnesota would have the safest sports gambling bill in the nation.
Minnesota's first cannabis growing facility is putting down roots near Grand Casino
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe hopes to boost its economy and provide jobs following the competition of the newly constructed 50,000-square-foot facility.
Two men accused of stealing calculators across seven stores, found with cooler carrying $5,000 worth of calculators
Two men are accused of stealing calculators from seven stores across the Minneapolis metro area. The men are believed to be from Texas, and apart of a much larger theft ring.
Police arrest 3 more students after Fridley melee that injured SRO
Authorities say a police officer is in stable condition after getting injured while responding to an incident at Fridley High School Thursday afternoon.
HCSO task force members surprised to find 9 with arrest warrants in Minneapolis home during raid
Law enforcement members targeting an individual in a recent drugs and weapons bust at a Minneapolis residence were surprised to find several others with arrest warrants on hand.
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Minnesota's first cannabis growing facility is putting down roots near Grand Casino
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe hopes to boost its economy and provide jobs following the competition of the newly constructed 50,000-square-foot facility.
4800 fentanyl pills seized in central Minnesota narcotics investigation
An investigation into the sale of dangerous fentanyl pills led to a search that uncovered 4800 fentanyl pills in St. Cloud.
Meet Spencer, Minnesota's first robot health care worker
A Minnesota hospital is fighting workforce shortages by adding a robot to its staff.
Corn, soybeans already being planted in Minnesota thanks to warm winter
A farm near Waseca spent the latter part of February planting corn and soybeans. This typically doesn't happen until mid-April.
Woman charged with killing boyfriend in Credit River Township; victim's son reports ongoing abuse
Proseuctors say Jennifer Lieber shot and killed her boyfriend, David Nonovic, in Credit River Township earlier this week, after deputies on a welfare check found the victim dead.
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9 dead after semi, van collide in west-central Wisconsin
Nine people are dead after a crash between a semi and van shut down a stretch of Highway 95 Friday in west-central Wisconsin.
Additional child neglect charges filed against the mother of a missing Wisconsin boy
Prosecutors have filed additional child neglect charges against the mother of a 3-year-old Wisconsin boy who vanished last month.
Feds investigating suspected smuggling at Wisconsin prison, 11 workers suspended in probe
Federal authorities are investigating a possible smuggling ring at a Wisconsin prison that has resulted in the suspension of nearly a dozen employees.
Evers signs bill authorizing new UW building, dorms that were part of deal with GOP
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has signed a bill that authorizes spending nearly $700 million on Universities of Wisconsin construction projects, including a new engineering building at UW-Madison.
Wisconsin appeals court says regulators must develop PFAS restrictions before mandating clean-up
A state appeals court says environmental regulators can't force landowners to clean up pollution from so-called forever chemicals without first implementing specific limits on contamination.
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Changes to Minnesota's highly anticipated sports gambling bill would prohibit in-game bets
If the amendment is approved, lawmakers say Minnesota would have the safest sports gambling bill in the nation.
Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey vetoes rideshare ordinance, calls for special session
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has once again vetoed an ordinance passed by the City Council that would guarantee a minimum wage for rideshare drivers.
State labor department's rideshare analysis recommends minimum pay standard
Among the report's findings: rideshare drivers in the Twin Cities metro area earned an average of just shy of $14.50 per hour in 2022, taking into consideration such things as time spent without an active passenger, and other expenses.
Minneapolis mayor vetoes minimum wage rideshare ordinance, calls for special session
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has once again vetoed an ordinance passed by the City Council that would guarantee a minimum wage for rideshare drivers. With the council expected to override the veto, he's also calling for a special session.
Senate passes first government funding package to avoid shutdown
The six-bill package funds parts of the federal government through September.
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State labor department's rideshare analysis recommends minimum pay standard
Among the report's findings: rideshare drivers in the Twin Cities metro area earned an average of just shy of $14.50 per hour in 2022, taking into consideration such things as time spent without an active passenger, and other expenses.
Jackson Hewitt rolls out "Brewitt" trucks for tax help, coffee and snacks
Jackson Hewitt is brewing up a new way to help people tackle their taxes.
Will rideshare companies leave Minneapolis? Experts say not so fast
"I've seen these threats before and they're still driving In Seattle, and they're still going across the state of Washington," said Kerry Harwin with the Drivers Union in Seattle.
If Uber, Lyft leave Minneapolis, taxi services say they have the technology to keep fares happy
Uber and Lyft say that they intend to pull out of servicing Minneapolis if the rideshare ordinance passed by the Minneapolis City Council Thursday morning goes into effect.
Downtown Minneapolis buzzing from big events, returning workers
Downtown Minneapolis is buzzing this week, with the Big Ten Women's tournament in town and some workers back at the office.
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Two men accused of stealing calculators across seven stores, found with cooler carrying $5,000 worth of calculators
Two men are accused of stealing calculators from seven stores across the Minneapolis metro area. The men are believed to be from Texas, and apart of a much larger theft ring.
4800 fentanyl pills seized in central Minnesota narcotics investigation
An investigation into the sale of dangerous fentanyl pills led to a search that uncovered 4800 fentanyl pills in St. Cloud.
Police arrest 3 more students after Fridley melee that injured SRO
Authorities say a police officer is in stable condition after getting injured while responding to an incident at Fridley High School Thursday afternoon.
HCSO task force members surprised to find 9 with arrest warrants in Minneapolis home during raid
Law enforcement members targeting an individual in a recent drugs and weapons bust at a Minneapolis residence were surprised to find several others with arrest warrants on hand.
2 Texas men accused of stealing $20K in calculators from 7 Twin Cities Target stores in 1 day
Two Texas men are accused of stealing nearly $20,000 worth of calculators from several Twin Cities Target stores in a single day last month.
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Minnesota's first cannabis growing facility is putting down roots near Grand Casino
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe hopes to boost its economy and provide jobs following the competition of the newly constructed 50,000-square-foot facility.
Lilly's new ad says weight-loss drugs shouldn't be used out of vanity
In a new ad that nods to the 2024 Oscars, the pharmaceutical firm discourages people from using drugs like Mounjaro for cosmetic weight loss.
Meet Spencer, Minnesota's first robot health care worker
A Minnesota hospital is fighting workforce shortages by adding a robot to its staff.
Cheese recall due to listeria outbreak impacts Sargento
A nationwide food recall is causing headaches for some of the county's biggest cheese distributors.
Man's best friend used to fight dentist's office anxiety
At J&D Dental in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis, 4-year-old Ollie the labradoodle is reporting for duty. His exact position within the office: Usually right on top of patients.
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Lilly's new ad says weight-loss drugs shouldn't be used out of vanity
In a new ad that nods to the 2024 Oscars, the pharmaceutical firm discourages people from using drugs like Mounjaro for cosmetic weight loss.
Behind the scenes with the best actress Oscar nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated in the category of best actress at the 2024 Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the Oscar nominees.
"Cabaret," "Midsummer Night's Dream" headline Guthrie's 2024-25 season
The Guthrie Theater released their 2024-2025 season slate on Thursday. The line-up includes beloved classics amongst an array of new work.
Jake Paul to fight Mike Tyson in July: "Time to put Iron Mike to sleep"
A short video trailer posted by Netflix shows Jake Paul getting off a helicopter on a rooftop and coming face to face with Mike Tyson.
Behind the scenes with the best supporting actor Oscar nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated in the category of best supporting actor at the 2024 Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the Oscar nominees.