Teen dies at haunted hayride in Stearns County, sheriff says
A 13-year-old boy is dead after being run over by a wagon being pulled by a tractor at a haunted hayride in St. Augusta, sheriff says.
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Photo shows once-in-a-lifetime comet streaking across Minnesota sky
People around the world were looking to the sky over the weekend, in search of a rare comet that's passing by Earth this month.
St. Paul police investigate city's third homicide in four days
This is the city's third homicide in just four days, with the last two just blocks apart.
Hennepin County celebrates big win in fight against veteran homelessness
Veteran homelessness is now considered rare, brief and non-reoccurring in Minnesota's most populous county.
Fall tourism spots have little regulation, investigation finds
Questions are being asked about how a 13-year-old boy tragically lost his life on a haunted hayride in central Minnesota.
St. Paul postal employee tried to kill co-worker in USPS office shooting, charges say
St. Paul police are investigating a shooting involving two postal workers on Sunday that left one with life-threatening injuries.
Married couple goes from teaching to owning a running store
Kate Eggers Leaf and her husband John have been lacing up to run since before high school.
After waiting 62 years, Twin Cities couple savor Gophers' Rose Bowl return
After 62 years of waiting, two Gopher football fans finally got the chance to cheer on their team at the Rose Bowl in Southern California.
Former Twin Cities teacher now a New York Times best-selling author
Matt Eicheldinger, a father of two, quit his job to follow his dream and waited in great anticipation as his book hit store shelves.
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How to prepare water systems, furnaces for cooler months ahead
The temperatures have finally dropped, giving Minnesotans their first taste of cold air and their first reminders of the checklist to protect their home and save money.
Fall cool down continues, scattered showers move in to the north
Another cool fall weekend is on tap for residents across Minnesota this weekend.
When we may see an end to our fall drought
Nearly 20% of Minnesota is facing severe drought conditions due to the jet stream and climate change, according to the National Weather Service.
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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota on Oct. 15, 2024
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow we will warm above average into the low 60s.
Voters bombarded with campaign texts ahead of Election Day
Tuesday marks exactly three weeks until the 2024 presidential election. You've seen the ads, the signs and the debates, but as Adam Duxter reports, many of us are sick of one way candidates are trying to reach us. (edited)
MPD's Third Precinct could become a center for democracy
Minneapolis leaders are ready to move forward with the future of the Police Precinct that burned down in 2020. It's stood vacant since then. The goal now is to transform it into a "Democracy Center," but as Caroline Cummings reports, some on the city council still have objections.
Lakeville man accused of murdering sister ruled competent to stand trial
A Twin Cities man accused of dismembering his pregnant sister in May has been deemed competent to stand trial.
Suspect charged in shooting of supervisor at St. Paul post office
There are new details about a postal worker accused of shooting his boss.
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Married couple goes from teaching to owning a running store
Kate Eggers Leaf and her husband John have been lacing up to run since before high school.
Home opener for PWHL champions Minnesota Frost set for Dec. 1
The Professional Women's Hockey League's second season is opening a month earlier than last year and features an expanded schedule.
Jets to acquire former Aaron Rodgers teammate Davante Adams
The NY Jets are finalizing a deal to acquire Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders, reuniting the wide receiver with Aaron Rodgers.
Metro Deaf School's athletic director is growing the game for her student-athletes
Audrey Kludtke is Metro Deaf School's athletic director. She is also a graduate who used to play basketball and volleyball. That's why she wants to give back to the school that gave her so much.
Wolves seek quick pivot from Towns trade to maintain last season's momentum
The Minnesota Timberwolves took a major step forward last season by posting the second-best record in franchise history at 56-26 and reaching the Western Conference finals.
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How do prescription cost-saving programs work?
Rising prescription drug prices can be tough to swallow, but apps and websites can help lower your pharmacy bill.
How important are expiration dates?
Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
Vikings fans: Here's what history says about NFL teams that start 5-0.
How successful are NFL teams that start 5-0? Good Question. Here's why Vikings fans should be both excited and cautious given the team's history.
How were the months named?
Calendars have long been debated — and modified — before getting to the 12 months we know today.
Why stair exercises may be your best bet for burning calories
The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building.
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Shiloh Cares Food Shelf hopes to create good environment
A local food shelf gets a huge renovation and hopes to intercept violence in Minneapolis.
Program helps moms struggling with addiction
In Minnesota, around 290,000 people are in need of treatment for addiction, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. Some of those people happen to be women who are pregnant.
Carver County nonprofit helps families in need build back their lives
These days, more and more families are struggling to make ends meet. A Carver County nonprofit — Love Inc, or Love in the Name of Christ — is working to alleviate day to day burdens so families can focus on financials.
Hopkins elementary school debuts accessible playground
Everywhere you look at Glen Lake Elementary School in Hopkins, Minnesota, love is in the air because of what is now on the ground.
Bus driver paying it forward after he says job offer saved his life
Hess knows first-hand how important it is to help others because it wasn't that long ago that feelings of isolation and despair overcame him.
Minneapolis mayor, advocates spar over handling of encampments
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is explaining his call for city staff to "expedite" encampment clearings, while preventing new encampments from forming.
Every Meal packs thousands of meals for kids
A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger.
Bunny's hosting fundraiser for Park Tavern crash victims
Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000.
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Northern lights in Minnesota: Oct. 10, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
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Northern lights spotted over Minnesota: Sept. 16, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Minnesota storm photos: Aug. 29, 2024
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
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Fall tourism spots have little regulation, investigation finds
Questions are being asked about how a 13-year-old boy tragically lost his life on a haunted hayride in central Minnesota.
Married couple goes from teaching to owning a running store
Kate Eggers Leaf and her husband John have been lacing up to run since before high school.
Shiloh Cares Food Shelf hopes to create good environment
A local food shelf gets a huge renovation and hopes to intercept violence in Minneapolis.
Former Chick-fil-A manager sentenced for embezzlement
On Tuesday, Timothy Hill Jr. of Woodbury was convicted of one count of wire fraud for embezzling more than $144,000 over 13 months.
Man accused of dismembering pregnant sister ruled competent to stand trial
A Twin Cities man accused of dismembering his pregnant sister in May has been deemed competent to stand trial.
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St. Cloud says Trump still owes $200,000+ for rally
Local officials say former President Donald Trump's campaign still owes a central Minnesota city nearly $209,000 for services related to a July campaign rally.
How to prepare water systems, furnaces for cooler months ahead
The temperatures have finally dropped, giving Minnesotans their first taste of cold air and their first reminders of the checklist to protect their home and save money.
Teen dies at haunted hayride in Stearns County, sheriff says
A 13-year-old boy is dead after being run over by a wagon being pulled by a tractor at a haunted hayride in St. Augusta, sheriff says.
Photos, timelapse show rare comet streaking across Minnesota sky
People around the world were looking to the sky over the weekend, in search of a rare comet that's passing by Earth this month.
Two trucks loaded with beets involved in separate crashes in Minnesota
Two semi-truck drivers were injured in separate crashes after their trucks, each filled with sugar beets, rolled in central Minnesota.
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Kamala Harris to campaign in Wisconsin on Thursday
With less than three weeks left until Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Wisconsin on Thursday for the sixth time since she began her campaign.
Republicans pour money into Wisconsin Senate race
Republicans are sensing an opportunity in Wisconsin's closely watched Senate race.
JD Vance stops by Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct during fundraiser visit
The fight to sway undecided voters is heating up in Minnesota and western Wisconsin with Election Day now just three weeks away.
Wisconsin Supreme Court wrangles with Gov. Evers' "crazy" 400-year veto
Justices on the Wisconsin Supreme Court say that Gov_ Tony Evers' creative use of his expansive veto power in an attempt to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years appeared to be "extreme" and "crazy.".
Trump visits Wisconsin for fourth time in eight days as GOP's swing state worries grow
Donald Trump on Sunday visited Wisconsin for the fourth time in eight days as his campaign showers attention on a pivotal state where Republicans fret about his ability to match Democrats' enthusiasm and turnout machine.
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Kamala Harris to campaign in Wisconsin on Thursday
With less than three weeks left until Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Wisconsin on Thursday for the sixth time since she began her campaign.
Trump cuts short his town hall Q&A in favor of songs from rally playlist
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign seized on the moment with a social media post saying the former president looked "confused."
Minneapolis invites public to view voting machine testing
Minneapolis city leaders will show the public how they test their voting machines on Tuesday to ensure everything runs smoothly on Election Day.
Minneapolis invites public to view voting machine testing
Minneapolis city leaders will show the public how they test the voting machines on Tuesday to ensure everything runs smoothly on Election Day.
Presidential campaign heating up with 3 weeks til Election Day
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are swinging through several battleground states on Tuesday. This comes a day after both candidates made a rare same-day appearance in the same state.
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How do prescription cost-saving programs work?
Rising prescription drug prices can be tough to swallow, but apps and websites can help lower your pharmacy bill.
Krispy Kreme plans return to Twin Cities in 2025
Years after Krispy Kreme vanished from Minnesota following a much-ballyhooed opening blitz, the doughnut chain is planning to return to the state.
How important are expiration dates?
Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
St. Paul group helping homeless move into permanent housing
An organization in St. Paul is working to get people from tents and shelters into permanent homes.
Lunds and Byerlys recalls Lone Star Dip over mold concern
Lunds and Byerlys is recalling around 500 containers of their Lone Star Dip because of potential mold contamination.
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Man charged with murder of Loring Park grocery store worker found incompetent
The man accused of using a golf club to fatally impale a grocery store worker has been found incompetent to stand trial.
Former Chick-fil-A manager sentenced for embezzlement
On Tuesday, Timothy Hill Jr. of Woodbury was convicted of one count of wire fraud for embezzling more than $144,000 over 13 months.
Man accused of dismembering pregnant sister ruled competent to stand trial
A Twin Cities man accused of dismembering his pregnant sister in May has been deemed competent to stand trial.
St. Paul police investigate city's third homicide in four days
A man is dead after a shooting late Monday night in St. Paul's North End neighborhood, marking the city's 22nd homicide of the year and the third in just four days.
Man, 19, seriously injured after crashing stolen car in Minneapolis, state patrol says
A 19-year-old man is in the hospital after crashing a stolen car on Interstate 35 in Minneapolis.
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Married couple goes from teaching to owning a running store
Kate Eggers Leaf and her husband John have been lacing up to run since before high school.
Boar's Head recall sparks USDA watchdog probe into handling of listeria outbreak
Sen. Richard Blumenthal had urged a probe into the USDA's handling of the Boar's Head plant, calling it an "abject failure."
Kroger, Trader Joe's foods are part of BrucePac meat recall for listeria
BrucePac recalled nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products used in popular products at Trader Joe's, Kroger and more.
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over next 3 years
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.
How do prescription cost-saving programs work?
Rising prescription drug prices can be tough to swallow, but apps and websites can help lower your pharmacy bill.
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New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
Al Pacino on becoming Al Pacino
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
How a Twin Cities event connects the BIPOC community to the film industry
An event designed to get more people of color involved in the film and television industry is connecting Minnesotans to career expanding opportunities.
CBS announces its 2024-25 prime-time schedule
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
MLB will broadcast Twins' local games next season
Major League Baseball announced Tuesday it will produce and distribute local broadcasts for the Minnesota Twins, Cleveland Guardians and Milwaukee Brewers next year.