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Primary 2022: Walz, Jensen set for November showdown; Omar wins tight race
Check the results from all the main Minnesota and Wisconsin primary races here.
Inflation slowed in July, showing Fed's rate hikes are working
Consumer prices rose 8.5% over the past 12 months, marking a slowdown but still painfully high for millions of Americans.
Vikings release 1st unofficial depth chart of 2022 season
The Vikings have released their first unofficial depth chart of the season, and though things can and will change before the first game, fans now have some clarity regarding positional battles.
$1.5M settlement for correctional officers of color prohibited from guarding Derek Chauvin
Ramsey County approved a nearly $1.5 million settlement on Tuesday for eight correctional officers of color who were told they were not permitted to have any contact with Derek Chauvin when he arrived at the county's adult detention facility in May of 2020.
Stranger steps up to help Mpls. business owner after vandal's destruction
A stranger has stepped up to help the owner of a Minneapolis business that was severely damaged by a vandal.
Man killed in downtown Mpls. apartment shooting ID'd as Ahmed Elsaied
Officials have identified the man who was fatally shot inside a downtown Minneapolis apartment Sunday night.
Hopkins house explosion that killed couple in their 80s caused by gas leak
Officials determined that a Hopkins house explosion that killed a husband and wife in their 80s was caused by a gas leak.
Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump spotted in Rochester, Minn.
Photojournalist Joe Ahlquist with the Post Bulletin took photos of Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump walking through downtown Rochester.
Minnesota Zoo's tiger cubs make their debut
Three tiger cubs are out and about, exploring their habitat at the Minnesota Zoo!
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Next Weather: Warm, dry Wednesday ahead
Wednesday will be warm and mostly sunny, with dew points falling throughout the day.
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WCCO's Next Weather team are always looking for what's next in Minnesota's rapidly-changing weather environments.
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In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
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Stranger steps up to help Mpls. business owner after vandal smashes windows
A stranger has stepped up to help the owner of a Minneapolis business that was severely damaged by a vandal.
Next Weather: 9:30 a.m. report
Wednesday will be another warm one, with dew points falling throughout the day.
First-time State Fair vendor Soul Bowl serves up Soulsicle
With just a couple of weeks until the fair starts, we're previewing one of the new vendors.
How parents can maintain relationships with kids in college
Dr. Michael Walker offers tips for releasing and re-establishing relationships with kids heading off to college.
Study shows spiders may dream
A new study out of Germany shows that spiders experience rapid eye movement sleep -- the kind of sleep when we dream.
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Vikings release 1st unofficial depth chart of 2022 season
The Vikings have released their first unofficial depth chart of the season, and though things can and will change before the first game, fans now have some clarity regarding positional battles.
MLS honors four Minnesota "Hometown Heroes"
Major League Soccer honored four Hometown Heroes Tuesday as part of All-Star Week.
Dodgers roll past Twins to boost win streak to nine
The defeat knocked the Twins into a first-place tie in the AL Central with the Cleveland Guardians, the first time they have not held sole possession of the top spot in the division since June 24.
MLS honors four Minnesota "Hometown Heroes"
Major League Soccer says it's not a coincidence that the first heroes are from Minnesota.
NFL owners approve Walton-Penner Group purchase of Denver Broncos
NFL owners gave their final stamp of approval to a new chapter in Denver Broncos' history Tuesday, approving the Walton-Penner group's $4.65 billion purchase of the team.
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What's leading to the early signs of fall colors?
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
Why aren't manholes flush with the street?
Those 205-pound covers are where they are for three main reasons.
How much water should we be drinking each day?
It's important to quench your thirst this week as temperatures soar, but no matter how hot it is outside, our bodies need to stay hydrated.
Who is determining gambling odds?
When it comes to predicting how well the Minnesota Vikings will perform this season, the oddsmakers in the gambling world have them as nothing more than average.
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"Hey Pretty" writer starts fundraising campaign to get more coloring books to Black girls
A follow up on this story: A north Minneapolis native is making sure all girls feel pretty. Maya Marchelle is using crayons and markers to pave the way for universal self-esteem.
"Creating positivity": Art gardens on Broadway and Lyndale seek to change the narrative
Volunteers from Love MPLS and Sanctuary Covenant Church dedicated the space during Saturday's "Flow Northside Art Crawl" event, giving onlookers a chance to see the project shaping the lot since mid-May.
Parole officer, former inmate forge unlikely friendship: "I am extremely proud of this guy"
"It's like he cared before I cared about myself," Micah Meline said. "He gave me chances that I didn't believe I was worthy of."
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Man killed in downtown Mpls. apartment shooting ID'd as Ahmed Elsaied
Officials have identified the man who was fatally shot inside a downtown Minneapolis apartment Sunday night.
Hopkins house explosion that killed couple in their 80s caused by gas leak
Officials determined that a Hopkins house explosion that killed a husband and wife in their 80s was caused by a gas leak.
Next Weather: Warm, dry Wednesday ahead
Wednesday will be warm and mostly sunny, with dew points falling throughout the day.
Firefighters rescue child, adult from apartment fire in north Minneapolis
Both were treated for smoke inhalation, and a third person needed help for a heart-related issue. All three are doing better.
What's leading to the early signs of fall colors?
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
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Next Weather: Warm, dry Wednesday ahead
Wednesday will be warm and mostly sunny, with dew points falling throughout the day.
What's leading to the early signs of fall colors?
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
Lakeville man Alexander Brott, registered predatory offender, facing a dozen child porn charges
A 25-year-old Lakeville man, who is a registered predatory offender, is facing more charges of child pornography.
Family and friends mourn 14-year-old hit, killed while riding bike
A car hit and killed Melanie Valencia as she biked to soccer practice in Northfield last week. Memorials for the teenager sit at the intersection where she was hit while riding her bike to soccer practice.
Camp counselor charged after shooting arrows at kids
A 19-year-old camp counselor has been charged after she allegedly shot arrows at a group of children, hitting a boy in the arm.
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Meet Caleb, the 7-year-old tour conductor at Wis. railroad museum
A Wisconsin boy who loves trains turned his passion into a summer job.
Voters in Minnesota, Wisconsin to decide secretary of state nominees
This year, races for secretary of state have drawn tremendous interest and money largely because of the 2020 election, when voting systems and processes came under attack by Trump and his supporters. There is no evidence of widespread fraud or manipulation of voting systems occurring in the 2020 election.
Wisconsin primary may shape elections in key battleground
Voters will choose a Republican nominee for Wisconsin governor on Tuesday who could reshape how elections are conducted in the marquee battleground, where former President Donald Trump is still pressing to overturn his 2020 loss and backing candidates he sees as allies.
GOP seeking power over elections in Wisconsin, Minnesota
Wisconsin's secretary of state has no role in elections, but that could change if Republicans are able to flip the seat this year and pass a law that would empower the office with far more responsibilities.
Man charged with stabbing tubers in Wisconsin says he's hired one of Kyle Rittenhouse's attorneys
The Minnesota man accused of killing a teenager in Wisconsin returned to court Friday, where he told the judge that he'd hired an attorney who defended Kyle Rittenhouse.
Politics
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Primary 2022: Results in Minnesota, Wisconsin races
Check the results from all the main Minnesota and Wisconsin primary races here.
Primary 2022: Latest on major races
There were no major surprises in the Minnesota and Wisconsin primaries, but one race was closer than expected
Primary 2022: Special election in Minnesota’s CD 1
Thousands of voters in southern Minnesota had double the decisions on this primary day.
Primary 2022: Samuels concedes to Omar in CD5; Davis wins for GOP
The battle to determine the Democrat on the November ballot for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District was a hard-fought one.
Minnesotans cast votes in Primary 2022
The WCCO team is tracking Tuesday night's decisions about who will face-off against each other in the November election.
Consumer News
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How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
Average gas price in Minnesota falls below $4 a gallon
It's $3.99 a gallon as of Sunday morning.
Minnesota revenue dept. reminds parents to claim back-to-school supplies
Buying school supplies like pens, notebooks, or even computer hardware, could save you money on your tax bill or qualify you for a larger refund.
Gas prices seeing a downward trend in Minnesota
Slowly but surely, some Minnesotans are starting to find gas under $4 a gallon.
MN State Fair's 46 new beverages include Fair Mullet, Olive Lager and more
The Minnesota State Fair announced Wednesday the addition of 46 new beverages premiering on the drink lineup this summer.
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Stranger steps up to help Mpls. business owner after vandal's destruction
A stranger has stepped up to help the owner of a Minneapolis business that was severely damaged by a vandal.
Man killed in downtown Mpls. apartment shooting ID'd as Ahmed Elsaied
Officials have identified the man who was fatally shot inside a downtown Minneapolis apartment Sunday night.
Minneapolis double shooting leaves 2 seriously hurt
The victims – a man in his 20s and a man in his 50s – were found wounded at the scene.
Woman seriously hurt in south Minneapolis shooting
Responding officers found the victim at the scene, suffering from a "potentially life-threatening gunshot wound," police say.
Boy, 14, shot in Minneapolis after "accidental discharge of gun" inside apartment
Police say a 14-year-old boy is hospitalized after suffering "a potentially life-threatening gunshot wound" after a gun was accidentally fired inside a north Minneapolis apartment early Tuesday evening.
Health
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Expert: Flu season could arrive earlier this year, be tougher on kids
It's our least favorite season. And this year, flu season may arrive faster than ever before.
Jury rules Minnesota pharmacist did not discriminate against woman when he denied her morning-after pill
A jury in Aitkin County found that a pharmacist did not discriminate against a woman when he refused her request in 2019 to fill a prescription for emergency contraception, citing his beliefs.
Wastewater data shows COVID-19 viral load decreasing in Twin Cities
Wastewater data from the Twin Cities area indicates that COVID-19 viral loads decreased in the last week.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 52 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
Prosecutor wants to intervene in Doe v. MN case
A Minnesota prosecutor wants the state Court of Appeals to reconsider a judge's ruling that many state abortion restrictions are unconstitutional.
Entertainment
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Remembering Olivia Newton-John's visit to Olivia, Minn.
A month after "Grease" opened in 1978, Olivia Newton-John chartered a jet at her own expense to be the grand marshal in the centennial parade in tiny Olivia.
Olivia Newton-John, "Grease" star and Grammy-winning singer, dies at 73
Newton-John burst onto the Hollywood scene with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta's Danny in the 1978 blockbuster, "Grease."
Woody Harrelson pens poem for baby girl who looks like him
Not only did the Oscar-nominated actor respond, he wrote the little girl a poem.
Minnesotans already seeing benefits from movies, TV shows filming in state
Since the Minnesota Legislature passed a tax credit program last year, six projects -- including two TV shows, three movies, and one commercial -- got the green light to film here.
Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura on 'Star Trek,' has died at 89
Nichelle Nichols, known for her role as Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek: The Original Series" has died at the age of 89.
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New foods at 2022 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has announced dozens of new foods and drinks for the 2022 event.
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."