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Minnesota attorney general makes more clarifications to new SRO law
School resource officers have been pulled from nearly 40 districts since the law was amended.
Minneapolis gallery selling Bob Ross' 1st work from "Joy of Painting" for $10M
A Minneapolis art gallery is offering collectors the opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind piece by the late Bob Ross.
MDH: Stillwater Prison water poses no health risks, but water management plan needed
The Minnesota Department of Health announced Wednesday that an analysis of water samples collected from Stillwater Prison shows the water is safe to drink.
"Concerning messages" prompt Edina schools to close 3 campuses Wednesday
Officials with Edina Public Schools say three campuses are closed Wednesday after "concerning messages" were left on a school's voicemail.
When does daylight saving time end? What to know before clocks "fall back"
Daylight saving time for 2023 will end in early November with most Americans having to "fall back" for the biannual time change and turn their clocks back an hour.
To battle food waste, new app connects foodies to imperfect goodies from Minneapolis restaurants
Minneapolis foodies can now help cut back on food waste, by purchasing food from their favorite spots at a fraction of the price. It's thanks to a new app called Too Good To Go.
Steve Markey's family wants Hennepin Co. attorney to drop plea deal for Husayn Braveheart
"So my cousin's life is only worth probation?" said Kristin Derus Dore.
Fillmore County, offering fly fishing year 'round in Minnesota, is a nationwide destination for anglers
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
Teenage boy shot several times in St. Paul's North End neighborhood
The victim suffered gunshot wounds to his arm, leg and torso.
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Northern Lights alert: The aurora borealis may be visible in Minnesota this week
Though the northern lights are notoriously hard to predict, experts believe there's a good shot Minnesotans will be able to see them early this week — if weather conditions permit.
The leaves are already changing across Minnesota
The leaves are turning colors in northern Minnesota.
Many Minnesota lakes and rivers at historic low points with no end to drought in sight
With nearly 55% of the state now in severe drought, many Minnesota lakes and rivers are at historic low points.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report from Sept. 20, 2023
We'll climb back into the 80s Thursday and Friday, but get ready for a wet weekend.
Finding Minnesota: The Driftless Fly Fishing Company
Fishing can happen year-round in our state without using a boat or even drilling a hole through the ice. Thousands of years ago, glaciers that were drifting across the continent essentially stopped in the area, creating an anglers' paradise.
Too Good To Go connects foodies to imperfect goodies from Minneapolis restaurants
Minneapolis foodies can now help cut back on food waste, by purchasing food from their favorite spots at a fraction of the price.
Family wants Hennepin County attorney to drop plea deal in deadly carjacking
A man charged in a deadly carjacking could avoid doing any time behind bars — and the victim's family is furious.
The families left behind in Minnesota's fentanyl crisis
WCCO brought five families together to learn about the loss and the reality of the fentanyl epidemic.
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Sun end Lynx's season, advancing to their fifth straight semifinals
Alyssa Thomas tied a career-high with 28 points, DeWanna Bonner had 25 points and 10 rebounds, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Minnesota Lynx 90-75 on Wednesday night to advance to their fifth straight WNBA playoff semifinals.
Twins overcome Hunter Greene's 14 Ks, rally to beat Reds 5-3 and drop AL Central magic number to 1
Jorge Polanco capped a three-run ninth inning with a go-ahead single, helping the Minnesota Twins overcome Hunter Greene's 14 strikeouts to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3.
Report: Vikings trade for Rams' RB Cam Akers
Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell worked with Akers during his time in Los Angeles, and reportedly wanted to work with him again.
Twins' Royce Lewis "day-to-day" with tight left hamstring
Minnesota Twins rookie third baseman Royce Lewis is considered day-to-day after leaving Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds during with a tight left hamstring.
Castro homers, makes pair of spectacular catches to lead Twins over Reds 7-0
Willi Castro hit a two-run homer and made two spectacular catches, Kenta Maeda combined on a four-hitter and the Minnesota Twins beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-0 in another step toward their third AL Central title in five seasons.
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Fillmore County, offering fly fishing year 'round in Minnesota, is a nationwide destination for anglers
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
Meet the wrestler-turned-chainsaw artist whose been carving out magic for nearly 40 years
The average chainsaw artist lasts about three to five years in the business because it can be a grueling and dangerous occupation. But an Avon man has created intricate sculptures for 37 years, and counting.
Browns Valley retiree's pedal tractor collection now approaches 250 in number
Years ago, David Nigg found himself at a farm auction in Dyersville, Iowa, and he returned home with a little John Deere tractor. From there, things just started rolling.
Meet the family who has owned the Minnesota State Fair's Space Tower for over 40 years
The Space Tower is an iconic attraction and landmark that you can see from pretty much anywhere on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Built in 1964, it's hundreds of feet of history.
100 years ago, the Minnesota State Fair hosted a camp for farm boys
Fairgoers aren't strangers to all the animals and attractions, the food and the fun. But tucked away, far on the north side of the fairgrounds, is an inconspicuous, little house that's chock-full of history.
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Woodbury therapists create "The Hmong Mental Health Podcast" to offer new way of support
The mental health therapists started the podcast as a way to correct misinformation on social media and to reach the younger Hmong generation to make them feel less alone.
Anthony Bradford, 22, is 1st recipient of Rondo Inheritance Fund
Construction of Interstate 94 tore through St. Paul's Rondo neighborhood, once the heart of the Black community in Minnesota's capitol city. Decades later, city leaders are trying to restore what some families lost: their property and a chance at building generational wealth.
Top Shipt shopper surpasses 20,000 deliveries, but always stops to make connections
It's not unusual to find a 21-year-old who loves shopping, but one young Minneapolis woman is all about shopping for others. She's set a record in the process.
"I'm lost without her": Puppy missing after family van stolen in St. Paul
Bebe, a 4-month-old Papillion was inside the family's van when it was stolen Wednesday afternoon from their alley.
Neighbors in Plymouth concerned over possible 70,000 square foot church
Land just off Chankahda Trail, just north of Wayzata Meadow Ridge Elementary School and a stones-throw from dozens of homes, could soon be the home of a 70,000 square-foot church.
Volunteers metro-wide pitch in to help out on Xcel Energy's 13th Day of Service
Volunteers from WCCO, Xcel Energy and throughout the Twin Cities came together today in Northeast Minneapolis. They met for Xcel's annual Day of Service, a chance for people to help others in need.
Minnesota animal shelters seeing increase in requests for out-of-state transfers of pets to their facilities
Twenty dogs from Alabama arrived with their crates perfectly packed inside the back of a van to find their forever homes in Minnesota.
Minnesota man runs into burning home to save those inside: "God put me in that position for a reason"
Matt Stewart and his fiancee were on their back porch in Buffalo on Wednesday when they heard a jarring boom. That, plus a bonfire smell, propelled Stewart into action from two doors down.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A view of 2023 Vikings training camp
Get a feel for 2023 Vikings training camp.
2023 Minnesota State Fair: New food, drinks and vendors
The Minnesota State Fair announced its new offerings for the 2023 edition.
Minnesotans share their bears
Between 12,000 and 16,000 black bears live in Minnesota, the Minnesota DNR says. For the past 20 years, the population has been growing and expanding further south and west. That means a lot of close encounters for Minnesotans.
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To battle food waste, new app connects foodies to imperfect goodies from Minneapolis restaurants
Minneapolis foodies can now help cut back on food waste, by purchasing food from their favorite spots at a fraction of the price. It's thanks to a new app called Too Good To Go.
Steve Markey's family wants Hennepin Co. attorney to drop plea deal for Husayn Braveheart
"So my cousin's life is only worth probation?" said Kristin Derus Dore.
Teenage boy shot several times in St. Paul's North End neighborhood
The victim suffered gunshot wounds to his arm, leg and torso.
How a Dakota County mentorship program changed a teen's life
A mentorship program in Dakota County is celebrating being a part of the lives of local youth in need of adult support.
Drought, heat make for unique fall color season
The Twin Cities are down roughly 11 inches of rain since the start of April – moreover, climatologists say the month of September is three degrees higher than average. The result: a fall colors season that's anything but typical.
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Fillmore County, offering fly fishing year 'round in Minnesota, is a nationwide destination for anglers
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
2 semi-trucks collide on SW Minnesota road, leaving 1 driver dead
One driver is dead and another is fighting for his life after two semi-trucks collided Wednesday morning in southwestern Minnesota.
Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy talks with two men who say they'll apply for the life-changing privilege.
Tettegouche State Park voted as top "hidden gem" to see fall foliage
A recent survey found that Tettegouche State Park is ranked as a top hidden gem to see fall foliage in Minnesota.
MDH: Stillwater Prison water poses no health risks, but water management plan needs to be implemented
The Minnesota Department of Health announced Wednesday that an analysis of water samples collected from Stillwater Prison shows the water is safe to drink.
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Alpaca from Wisconsin farm surprises baristas at Starbucks drive-thru
A Wisconsin farm is going viral after its owner and one of her alpacas visited a Starbucks drive-thru.
Sheriff: 2 arrested for stealing, damaging $300K worth of equipment from western WI sand plant
Two burglary suspects who authorities believe stole and damaged over $300,000 worth of equipment in western Wisconsin have been taken into custody.
Man in custody after Siren woman fatally stabbed while children were inside home, sheriff says
A man is in custody in connection to the stabbing death of a western Wisconsin mother.
2 dead, 3 injured in western Wisconsin crash
The Wisconsin State Patrol says it and the Polk County Sheriff's Office responded to a three-vehicle crash on Highway 8 at 33rd Street near Turtle Lake shortly around 5:46 p.m.
Wisconsin Republican leader asks former state Supreme Court justices to review impeachment
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader says he's created a panel to investigate the criteria for impeachment against a liberal state Supreme Court justice.
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16- and 17-year-olds in Minnesota now eligible to pre-register to vote
Minnesota teenagers will be the next generation of voters. And a new law aims to make it easier for them to make their voices heard.
New law makes it easier for teens to register to vote
Minnesota teenagers will be the next generation of voters.
Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy talks with two men who say they'll apply for the life-changing privilege.
Talking Points preview: Driver’s licenses for undocumented Minnesotans
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants live, work, and go to school in Minnesota. Starting Oct. 1, even though they don't have legal status, they will be able to apply for and get a Minnesota driver’s license.
Talking Points: Life-changing law for thousands of undocumented Minnesotans (part 3)
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Sen. John Jasinski of Faribault about his concerns regarding the law.
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Tettegouche State Park voted as top "hidden gem" to see fall foliage
A recent survey found that Tettegouche State Park is ranked as a top hidden gem to see fall foliage in Minnesota.
Minneapolis gallery selling Bob Ross' 1st work from "Joy of Painting" for $10M, plus shipping
A Minneapolis art gallery is offering collectors the opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind piece by the late Bob Ross.
Hennepin County approves 6.5% property tax levy increase for next year
If you live in Hennepin County, you may end up paying more in property taxes this coming year.
What goes into the cost of an oil change? And how can we save a few bucks on our next trip?
A common way to maintain your car's health is giving customers sticker shock.
Retailers like Target, Amazon, Macy's looking for thousands of workers for holiday help
It's not even officially fall yet, but the countdown to Christmas is on — at least for retailers. They're already looking for holiday help.
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Steve Markey's family wants Hennepin Co. attorney to drop plea deal for Husayn Braveheart
"So my cousin's life is only worth probation?" said Kristin Derus Dore.
Teenage boy shot several times in St. Paul's North End neighborhood
The victim suffered gunshot wounds to his arm, leg and torso.
Bloomington police: 14 men arrested in prostitution sting
Bloomington police have arrested more than a dozen people in connection to a prostitution sting.
Oklahoma man made hundreds of ghost guns for Mexican cartel
One of the first cases to expose the pipeline of guns from the United States to Mexican cartels involved an Oklahoma man smuggling ghost gun parts across the border through Laredo, Texas.
Owatonna police, SWAT team arrest suspect on firearms complaint
Owatonna city officials say an incident that prompted a SWAT response and street closure ended in an arrest Wednesday morning.
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Minnesota's Fentanyl crisis: The families left behind
WCCO brought five families together to learn about the loss and the reality of the fentanyl epidemic.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
More Minnesotans, including children, succumbing to fentanyl-related deaths
The fentanyl crisis doesn't discriminate. It touches the youngest Minnesotans and its hold spans across demographics.
Woodbury therapists create "The Hmong Mental Health Podcast" to offer new way of support
The mental health therapists started the podcast as a way to correct misinformation on social media and to reach the younger Hmong generation to make them feel less alone.
3 Minneapolis lakes experiencing late season blue-green algae bloom
The city of Minneapolis says algae is blooming on Powderhorn Lake, Lake Hiawatha and Lake Nokomis right now — and some of it can be dangerous.
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Behind the scenes of rhythmic, boisterous show "Cookin'" at Children's Theatre Company
An exciting show the entire family can enjoy will have audiences hungry for more!
Judge: Hamline professor dismissed over showing Islamic art can proceed with portion of lawsuit
An art professor can proceed with her lawsuit against a private Minnesota university that fired her for showing early Islamic art to at least one Muslim student in a class.
Russell Brand accused of sexual assault; comedian denies allegations
The allegations against Russell Brand were made by four women who knew him over a seven-year period, according to British news organizations.
Lifelong friends compete in absurd challenges on "Buddy Games"
Six teams of lifelong friends join host Josh Duhamel at a stunning lake house where they compete in absurd physical and mental challenges.
Olivia Rodrigo to bring "GUTS world tour" to St. Paul this March
Rising pop star and Grammy Award-winning singer Olivia Rodrigo is taking her 2024 "GUTS" world tour to St. Paul next year.