MN cannabis regulators ditch initial lottery for early business licenses
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management will announce the next steps to legally sell marijuana in stores across the state on Wednesday morning.
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Duluth's Glensheen mansion makes stunning holiday transformation
Minnesota is home to one of USA Today's Best Holiday Historic Home Tours in the country, and it's just a short drive from the Twin Cities.
Veterans receive services and resources at special event put on by WCCO and MAC-V
For the eighth year, WCCO is partnering with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans in the fight to end veteran homelessness.
Concerns for homeless as bitter cold descends over Minnesota
The season's first blast of below zero temperatures settles in overnight. Some from a homeless encampment need a new place to shelter in the cold.
Behind the history of the watchtower at Duluth's Enger Park
Back in the day, it was called Lookout Mountain.
Naylor family taking one "last stand" with son Giacomo
"I've known for 18 years that I was going to outlive my kids" said single-mother Liz Naylor.
Minneapolis Public Schools parents push back on class sizes
A number of parents of Minneapolis Public Schools students pushed back against the district's staffing decisions during a board meeting Tuesday night.
Dangerous wind chills in Minnesota into Thursday morning
An overnight coating of snow could make the morning commute messy in the Twin Cities, and after that, an arctic blast arrives.
Hope Walz says Joe Rogan fandom is "red flag" in her dating "litmus test"
Hope Walz, daughter of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, took to social media to take a swipe at influential podcaster Joe Rogan and the men among his fanbase after the host cited the former Democratic vice presidential candidate's misstatements about his past for his backing of President-elect Donald Trump.
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Concerns for homeless as bitter cold descends over Minnesota
The season's first blast of below zero temperatures settles in overnight. Some from a homeless encampment need a new place to shelter in the cold.
Where you can find warming centers in Minneapolis, St. Paul
As arctic temperatures blow through Minnesota, here are places you can go to in the Twin Cities to stay out of the cold.
Winter storm hits northern Minnesota: Snow totals across the region
A winter storm that swept through northern Minnesota hit some communities with over 8 inches of snow.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. forecast for Wed. Dec. 11, 2024
We have hit zero for the first time this season. There are several cold weather alerts in place across the state. Thursday will feel similar with temps hitting a high in the single digits. We do warm up Friday. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks everything down.
85-year-old Enger Tower stands over Duluth
Over the years Duluth's Enger Tower has caught the attention of overseas royalty.
One last family vacation is Giacomo Naylor's final wish
Giacomo Naylor and his family are setting out on "G's Last Stand." A family road trip to places Giacomo wants visit.
34th "Red Bull" Infantry Division is back home after a 10 month deployment
The 34th "Red Bull" Infantry Division is back home after spending 10 months in the Middle East.
Dozens are in need of shelter after a fire at a homeless encampment
Propane tanks sparked a fire at a homeless encampment leading dozens to seek shelter as our temps drop below zero.
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Mankato women's soccer reaches DII semifinals for first time
"I think it's so awesome to do something that's never been done," said junior Jade Jackson.
2025 Gopher football schedule released
The Big Ten released the Gopher's 2025 schedule. First game of the season will be against Buffalo.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold named NFC Player of the Week
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's career-defining game against the Falcons on Sunday was enough to get a big nod from the NFL.
Matt Boldy scores only goal in shootout to send Wild past Utah 5-4
Matt Boldy was the only scorer in the shootout and lifted the Minnesota Wild to a 5-4 victory over the Utah Hockey Club.
New England Patriots sign kicker from Minnesota Vikings
The New England Patriots have added a kicker, signing John Parker Romo to the team's practice squad.
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Behind the history of the watchtower at Duluth's Enger Park
Back in the day, it was called Lookout Mountain.
Retreat in Sartell allows visitors to sleep under the night sky
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
Detroit Lakes art installation features 36-foot tall troll
"Thomas Dambo, he believes the trolls really help us kind of shine a light on how we can take better care of the environment and be better to each other," said Stearns.
How did the Minnesota town "Nimrod" get its name?
There are a lot of quirky town names in Minnesota: Embarrass, Nowthen, Clontarff, Kiester. But the people of Nimrod believe their name stands out from the rest.
Donkeys at New Germany's Hee-Haw Hallow building close bonds with humans, animals alike
Did you know that donkeys are fast, smart and can build life-long bonds with other animals and people? It's believed that donkeys are smarter than most dogs.
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Naylor family taking one "last stand" with son Giacomo
"I've known for 18 years that I was going to outlive my kids" said single-mother Liz Naylor.
Woman runs successful jewelry business 2 years after heart transplant
Katie White had just received a new heart when she started making jewelry from her Mayo Clinic room.
Outdoor Latino Minnesota is teaching skiing to a whole new community
Outdoor spaces in Minnesota have suffered from a lack of diversity. Outdoor Latino Minnesota is working to change that, by offering ski lessons.
Minnesota families become best friends after meeting in the NICU
One month into his stay at the NICU at M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital, Cooper got a neighbor, Raghu, who weighed even less than him. The parents quickly connected.
A high school hockey team remembers longtime teammate who passed away from cancer
A Twin Cities high school hockey team hit the ice for the first time Friday night since losing a teammate to a long battle with cancer. Max Akerson died earlier this week.
The Battis-Bohen family keeps the "Turkey Bowl" tradition going after 91 years
The Battis-Bohen bowl tradition is alive and well after 91 consecutive Thanksgivings.
2 killed in northern Minnesota crash, including Red Lake officer
A Red Lake Department of Public Safety officer was one of two people killed in a crash in the northern Minnesota community Wednesday morning.
St. Paul group giving out Thanksgiving meal kits
The cost of Thanksgiving dinner is still nearly 20% higher than pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Union Gospel Mission is lightening the load by welcoming 10,000 families through their meal kit pick-up.
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Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
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.
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.
Northern lights spotted over Minnesota: Sept. 16, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
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Concerns for homeless as bitter cold descends over Minnesota
The season's first blast of below zero temperatures settles in overnight. Some from a homeless encampment need a new place to shelter in the cold.
Naylor family taking one "last stand" with son Giacomo
"I've known for 18 years that I was going to outlive my kids" said single-mother Liz Naylor.
After a 10 month deployment, the 34th "Red Bull" Infantry Division returns home
More than 550 Minnesota National Guard soldiers are returning home this week after a 10 month deployment in Kuwait.
Veterans receive services and resources at special event put on by WCCO and MAC-V
For the eighth year, WCCO is partnering with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans in the fight to end veteran homelessness.
Metro Transit to use multi-million dollar investment for safety improvements
Metro Transit buses and trains will soon get a multi-million dollar investment in safety improvements.
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Behind the history of the watchtower at Duluth's Enger Park
Back in the day, it was called Lookout Mountain.
Mankato women's soccer reaches DII semifinals for first time
"I think it's so awesome to do something that's never been done," said junior Jade Jackson.
Duluth's Glensheen mansion makes stunning holiday transformation
Minnesota is home to one of USA Today's Best Holiday Historic Home Tours in the country, and it's just a short drive from the Twin Cities.
Dangerous wind chills in Minnesota into Thursday morning
Cold weather advisories are in effect for northern Minnesota from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning for dangerous wind chills around minus 35 degrees.
Driver cited for rear-ending school bus
Deputies cited a driver in southern Minnesota after they rear-ended a school bus full of children on Monday morning.
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Wisconsin schools targeted by false threats, officials say
A false bomb threat targeting a Wisconsin high school was one of several such incidents on Monday, officials said.
SCOTUS rejects Wis. parents' challenge to guidance for trans students
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Wisconsin parents who wanted to challenge a school district's guidance for supporting transgender students.
Federal prison facilities in Duluth, central Wisconsin being deactivated
Federal prison facilities in Duluth and central Wisconsin are facing deactivation due to staff shortages and crumbling infrastructure, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Nate Bargatze to play several shows in Minnesota, Wisconsin in 2025
Nate Bargatze, one of the hottest stand-up comedians in the U.S., will make three stops each in Minnesota and Wisconsin next year on his "Big Dumb Eyes" tour.
Discovery of cocaine, chickens leads to closure of Milwaukee bar
A Milwaukee bar is permanently closed after police found cocaine, bullets and chickens on the premises.
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Congressman Pete Stauber hopes Trump, GOP trifecta open northern Minnesota to mining
Esme Murphy talks with Congressman Pete Stauber, who hopes to see President Biden’s 20-year moratorium on new mining near the Boundary Waters reversed by President-elect Donald Trump.
Minnesota Congressman Pete Stauber hopes GOP trifecta ushers in mining in northern Minnesota
President-elect Donald Trump said he plans to reverse President Biden's 20-year moratorium on new mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on his first day in office.
Wray to resign as FBI director before Trump's inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump announced in November that he intended to name Kash Patel to replace Cristopher Wray as FBI director.
Minnesota cannabis office drops early business license lottery
After a judge halted a planned lottery for cannabis license "preapproval" last month, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management said it was skipping past that process entirely and focusing on a standard licensing period in late spring and early summer of 2025.
Hope Walz says Joe Rogan fandom is "red flag" in her dating "litmus test"
Hope Walz, daughter of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, took a swipe at influential podcaster Joe Rogan and the men among his fanbase after the host said he supported President-elect Donald Trump due to misstatements the former Democratic vice presidential candidate made about his past.
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Environmentally friendly ways to dispose of holiday waste
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans produce 25% more trash from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day.
Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurants set to return 20 years after bankruptcy
The Minnesota-born Mexican restaurant chain Chi-Chi's is making a comeback 20 years after ending its "celebration of food."
Some Cyber Monday deals may be too good to be true, BBB warns
While there are many Cyber Monday deals out there from legitimate websites, the BBB's Bao Vang says online-buyer beware.
Black Friday shopping traditions live on at Mall of America
The mall is expecting tens of thousands of shoppers for Black Friday with plenty of deals.
Black Friday deals have Minnesotans camping out
Great deals means Minnesotans are camping out on Black Friday Eve
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Woman, 18, pleads guilty to violent carjacking in Minneapolis
An 18-year-old Richfield woman has pleaded guilty in connection to a violent carjacking of a metro business owner.
Shell casings, prints match UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect, NYPD says
The gun found on the suspect in last week's killing of United Healthcare's CEO matched shell casings found at the site of the shooting, the NYPD said Wednesday.
Man accused in Park Tavern fatal crash pleads not guilty
Steven Bailey, 56, was charged with two counts of third-degree murder and two counts of criminal vehicular homicide along with nine other counts related to criminal vehicular operation in the September crash.
Funding announced to support MN law enforcement recruitment, training
Top state leaders announced millions in funding Tuesday to support law enforcement recruitment and training across Minnesota.
Wisconsin schools targeted by false threats, officials say
A false bomb threat targeting a Wisconsin high school was one of several such incidents on Monday, officials said.
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Minnesota DHS overpaid $40M to Medicaid providers, audit finds
The Minnesota Department of Human Services' "internal control weakness" has led to more than $40 million in overpayments to Medicaid providers, according to a report released on Tuesday by state auditors.
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
Reworking Resolutions: Tips for making and keeping fitness goals in 2025
Twin Cities-area strength coach Carl Champion offers expert advice for setting and sticking to fitness goals next year.
2,000+ cases of whooping cough reported in Minnesota
The agency says it hasn't seen a rise in cases of this magnitude since 2012, but says it's not unexpected since the illness cycles every three to five years. During that year, 4,144 cases of whooping cough were reported.
Randy Moss stepping away from ESPN to deal with health issue
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
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Hope Walz says Joe Rogan fandom is "red flag" in her dating "litmus test"
Hope Walz, daughter of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, took a swipe at influential podcaster Joe Rogan and the men among his fanbase after the host said he supported President-elect Donald Trump due to misstatements the former Democratic vice presidential candidate made about his past.
Live Nation to manage 19,000-seat Shakopee amphitheater
One of the world's biggest concert promoters is set to run Shakopee's yet-to-be-named 19,000-seat amphitheater.
Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Kennedy Center honors Coppola, Sandoval, Raitt, Grateful Dead
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
2025 Golden Globes nominations announced
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.