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What is the future of abortion rights in Minnesota?
Planned Parenthood North Central States is expecting a surge of patients from around the region coming to Minnesota for abortion services.
Thousands return to downtown Minneapolis for Twin Cities Pride march
Thousands flocked to Hennepin Avenue for the return of the Twin Cities Pride march through downtown Minneapolis Sunday afternoon.
4 shot near Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis
Officers from Minneapolis, the University of Minnesota and the Park Police arrived at a "chaotic scene" at Main Street and Sixth Avenue just after 11 p.m., according to police
Next Weather: Sunny skies, average temps on Monday
Temperatures will climb to right around average on Monday, and sunny skies and low humidity will make it a pleasant start to the work week.
Minneapolis's Uptown VFW celebrates Pride: "Your community sees you different when you represent everybody"
It's still not common to have a VFW post participate in a Pride event, but veterans in Post 246 say it's crucial to offer support.
4 hurt when car collides with Metro Transit bus in north Minneapolis
Metro Transit police say it happened at about 6 p.m. on Glenwood Avenue at North Girard Avenue.
Occupied vehicle shot multiple times in Brooklyn Park, none hurt
An unknown suspect shot at the vehicle at least 10 times, missing the occupants but damaging the rear bumper.
Drivers strikes, kills pedestrian crossing Highway 13 in Burnsville
A driver struck and killed a pedestrian in Burnsville early Sunday morning, the Minnesota State Patrol said.
Next Weather: Sunny, slightly warmer Monday
Monday will be mostly sunny with a high of 84, which is about 9-degrees warmer than Sunday.
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Next Weather: Sunny skies, average temps on Monday
Temperatures will climb to right around average on Monday, and sunny skies and low humidity will make it a pleasant start to the work week.
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WCCO Digital Update: Morning of June 27, 2022
A.J. Hilton has the latest headlines.
Next Weather: 4:30 a.m. report
We're going to heat up on Monday, but the humidity will stay low.
Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Monday will be mostly sunny, a few degrees warmer, and could bring light rain for parts of Minnesota.
Talking Points: What is the future of abortion rights in Minnesota?
Esme Murphy looks at the effort to keep women who travel to Minnesota for abortions, and those who help them, safe from both harm and prosecution.
Aurora FC Remain Undefeated In Season's Last Home Game
Minnesota Aurora FC have delivered a fantastic opening season in which nobody came to TCO Stadium and left with a win.
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Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson to exit for same job at LSU
Minnesota Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson has informed the club he will leave his job this week, reportedly for the same role at LSU.
Aurora FC Remain Undefeated In Season's Last Home Game
Minnesota Aurora FC have delivered a fantastic opening season in which nobody came to TCO Stadium and left with a win.
Buxton's RBI triple sparks Twins in 6-3 win vs. Rockies
Byron Buxton raced around the bases all afternoon Sunday, his worth-the-price-of-admission speed on full display for the Minnesota Twins.
Vandersloot's buzzer-beater gives Sky 88-85 win over Lynx
Courtney Vandersloot scored 18 points, including a buzzer-beating 3-pointer, to help the Chicago Sky edge the Minnesota Lynx 88-85 on Sunday.
Lake Pepin: The birthplace of water skiing
A few summers ago, Mike Binkley shared the story of daring teenager who was first to strap skis to his feet and glide across the water.
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Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
What is the purpose of the "#ShowYourStripes" campaign?
"Just that slightest shift in an average puts us into a whole new climate, really upping those chances for all of the extremes that we have to deal with," said Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Bernadette Woods Placky.
Why is the airline industry struggling? And how long will it be this way?
If last weekend was any indication, prepare for a tumultuous summer travel season.
What is a "bear market" and how long might it take to recover?
The S&P 500 tumbled even more Thursday, putting it firmly into a bear market.
How could a recession impact the job market?
According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, there were 214,000 job openings in the state at the end of last year. At the same time, there were 93,000 unemployed people.
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Historic substance recovery center in Minneapolis faces closure as funding fades
It's one of the oldest treatment centers in the world - and the Minneapolis AA house could have to close - unless something changes fast.
Trash cans and tempers spilling over in the Twin Cities
"We received over 2,800 complaints of missed pickups just in the first 10 days of this month alone, so clearly very unacceptable," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter.
West Broadway Block Party celebrates Juneteenth, makes push for Black economic development
Sunday's Juneteenth event in north Minneapolis celebrated multiple firsts.
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Next Weather: Sunny skies, average temps on Monday
Temperatures will climb to right around average on Monday, and sunny skies and low humidity will make it a pleasant start to the work week.
Minneapolis's Uptown VFW celebrates Pride: "Your community sees you different when you represent everybody"
It's still not common to have a VFW post participate in a Pride event, but veterans in Post 246 say it's crucial to offer support.
Thousands return to downtown Minneapolis for Twin Cities Pride march
Thousands flocked to Hennepin Avenue for the return of the Twin Cities Pride march through downtown Minneapolis Sunday afternoon.
Occupied vehicle shot multiple times in Brooklyn Park, none hurt
An unknown suspect shot at the vehicle at least 10 times, missing the occupants but damaging the rear bumper.
Drivers strikes, kills pedestrian crossing Highway 13 in Burnsville
A driver struck and killed a pedestrian in Burnsville early Sunday morning, the Minnesota State Patrol said.
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Next Weather: Sunny skies, average temps on Monday
Temperatures will climb to right around average on Monday, and sunny skies and low humidity will make it a pleasant start to the work week.
Next Weather: Sunny, slightly warmer Monday
Monday will be mostly sunny with a high of 84, which is about 9-degrees warmer than Sunday.
Fundraising to move North Dakota abortion clinic to Minnesota tops $500K
A fundraising campaign to help North Dakota's sole abortion clinic move a few miles away to Minnesota has raised more than half a million dollars in two days.
Elected officials detail plans to protect abortion in Minnesota
Between rallies from the two opposing groups, elected officials detailed their plans to keep abortion legal in the state as neighboring states outlaw the practice.
Body recovered from Minnesota River in Shakopee
The Scott County Sheriff's Office received a report of a body that was found upstream from The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park in Shakopee at 10:59 a.m.
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Wisconsin's Tony Evers looks for boost from anger over abortion
Wisconsin's Democratic Gov. Tony Evers hopes to translate anger over the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade into votes this fall as he vows to fight a 173-year-old state abortion ban in any way he can.
Hearing set for Wisconsin teen accused of killing girl
Chippewa County Circuit Judge Benjamin Lane on Friday scheduled a Sept. 1 preliminary hearing for the 14-year-old boy, identified in court documents as C.T.P.-B.
Wisconsin doctors suspend abortion services
The president and CEO of Wisconsin's Planned Parenthood, Tanya Atkinson, says they will still help patients navigate to states where abortion remains legal.
"How dare they?": Minnesota leaders react to abortion ruling
The decision to undo nearly 50 years of precedent will have sweeping ramifications for tens of millions of women across the country as abortion rights are curtailed and lead to a patchwork of laws absent the constitutional protection.
Woman committed over "Slender Man" stabbing seeks her release
The second of two Wisconsin women who were sent to a state mental health facility after a 2014 stabbing attack on a sixth-grade classmate that they claimed was to appease the horror character Slender Man is petitioning for her release.
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Talking Points: What is the future of abortion rights in Minnesota?
Esme Murphy looks at the effort to keep women who travel to Minnesota for abortions, and those who help them, safe from both harm and prosecution.
What is the future of abortion rights in Minnesota?
Planned Parenthood North Central States is expecting a surge of patients from around the region coming to Minnesota for abortion services.
SCOTUS abortion ruling sparks rallies from both sides of issue
Those who oppose abortion rights and those who support abortion rights both spent Saturday voicing their opinion on the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling regarding Roe v. Wade.
Fundraising to move North Dakota abortion clinic to Minnesota tops $500K
A fundraising campaign to help North Dakota's sole abortion clinic move a few miles away to Minnesota has raised more than half a million dollars in two days.
Truck drives through abortion rights protesters in Iowa
Lyz Lenz, a local journalist and author, told The Associated Press that she saw the driver swerve around another car and hit two women on a crosswalk in downtown Cedar Rapids around 7:15 p.m.
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As gas prices continue to surge ahead of summer holidays, Minnesota marinas navigate pain at the pump
As Minnesota's average price for gasoline maintains a price near $4.75 a gallon heading into the heart of summer, marinas along the St. Croix River are averaging prices up to $2 more.
High expectations ahead for new Minnesota law on THC foods taking effect July 1
There are high expectations ahead as a new law will soon take effect that for the first time regulates the use of cannabinoids in food and beverages in Minnesota.
Sun Country flight cancelation leaves dozens stranded in Canada
Sun Country Airlines recently announced their new flight to Vancouver from Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport. But the inaugural return flight didn't go as planned.
AAA predicting record number of July 4th drivers
Travel group predicts 42 million Americans will take a road trip of 50 miles or more.
Simple ways to save on home energy costs
Getting a home energy audit is a great way to know where money is falling through the cracks in your home.
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Occupied vehicle shot multiple times in Brooklyn Park, none hurt
An unknown suspect shot at the vehicle at least 10 times, missing the occupants but damaging the rear bumper.
4 shot near Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis
"Clearly, we are having an issue with gun violence in Minneapolis," said MPD Public Information Officer Garrett Parten.
Body recovered from Minnesota River in Shakopee
The Scott County Sheriff's Office received a report of a body that was found upstream from The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park in Shakopee at 10:59 a.m.
Woman arrested after shooting near Loring Park; none hurt
Officers responded to a report of a woman shooting a gun at people on 15th Street West.
Man critically wounded after shooting in downtown Minneapolis parking ramp
The Minneapolis Police Department says the shooting happened around 3:20 a.m. on the 24 block of 8th Street South. Responding officers found a 27-year-old man lying outside a vehicle in a parking ramp.
Health
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Dozens rally in St. Paul for more group home funding
Many people with disabilities are not getting the adequate care they need as more than 170 group homes have closed across the state since October, ACR Group Homes said.
Wisconsin doctors suspend abortion services
The president and CEO of Wisconsin's Planned Parenthood, Tanya Atkinson, says they will still help patients navigate to states where abortion remains legal.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
COVID In Minnesota: MDH reports 4,587 cases, 19 deaths
The Minnesota Department of Health's latest update includes data from the past weekend, which was delayed in reporting due to the Juneteenth holiday.
Minneapolis's Lake Hiawatha Beach closed due to high E. coli level
Expect a popular Minneapolis beach to be closed for several days due to excessive levels of E. coli in the water.
Entertainment
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These are the most popular game consoles in each state
In a single uninterrupted battle for supremacy of the living room, the console wars have given gamers such legendary installments as the Nintendo 64 and the PlayStation 2 and such cautionary tales as the Nokia N-Gage and the Ouya.
After 27 years, professional wrestling returns to Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro." In September, professional wrestling will return to the mall.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Long-awaited, modernized 'Emma' makes debut at Guthrie Theater
The adaptation by playwright Kate Hamill honors the 1815 novel while using lots of humor, modern-day clothing, and pop music, similar to "Bridgerton."
2 Minnesota teens to compete in national musical theater awards
The winners of the Jimmy Awards often punch their ticket to Broadway, and in some cases, Hollywood.
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Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.