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Champlin City Council votes to fly Minnesota state flag adopted in 1957

The Champlin City Council has voted to fly the Minnesota state flag that was adopted by the Legislature in 1957 on city property instead of the flag that has been displayed at state government buildings since May 2024, according to officials.

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Family of teen killed at Minneapolis birthday party rebukes plea deal

A teenager who has admitted to shooting and killing another teen in Minneapolis, for now, is not expected to spend any time in an adult prison. The family of the victim is distraught.

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Shooter killed man in Minneapolis over designer bag, charges say

A confrontation between several armed men and a man with a Louis Vuitton bag inside a Minneapolis apartment building resulted in a fatal shooting on Tuesday night, according to a criminal complaint.

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Leaders fighting hunger meet to discuss fallout of federal surge

On Friday, hundreds of leaders from Minnesota food banks and food shelves came together in Brooklyn Center. Their goal is to find the best ways to help hungry families in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, and while food prices remain high.

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Twin Cities saw record number of West Nile cases last year

The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District said there were 47 human cases of West Nile in the Twin Cities last year, much greater than the previous high of 28.

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Man arrested after 66-year-old Lakeville woman's death ruled a homicide

A 69-year-old man has been arrested after a Lakeville, Minnesota, woman's death was ruled a homicide, the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office said Friday.

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Police Car Stopped on a Road at Night with Emergency Lights

Stroller carrying infant, 2 women in Rochester crosswalk hit by truck

Two women and a stroller carrying an infant were hit by a truck while in a crosswalk in Rochester, Minnesota, on Thursday afternoon, according to police.

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Minnesota's latest economic forecast shows improvement, warning signs

Minnesota's state budget has improved in the few months since the last estimate from top officials, but there are still some warning signs in the future.

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Minnesota State Patrol seizes 50K fentanyl pills near Albert Lea

A State Patrol K-9 and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension assisted the trooper in recovering nine packages containing approximately 50,000 fentanyl pills.

Feb 26

Red Lake woman found guilty on 5 murder counts for killing 2 children

A northern Minnesota woman has been convicted on five federal counts of first-degree murder and one count of arson after authorities say she stabbed one of her children before setting her house on fire with another inside.

Feb 26

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Wis. man gets 16½ years for forging threats against Trump in deportation scheme

A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.

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Guests evacuated, 1 hurt after fire at hotel in Superior, Wisconsin

A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.

Feb 24

Birkebeiner track is holding up despite recent warm weather

Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.

Feb 20

Wis. GOP leader Robin Vos to leave office after reshaping state

The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.

Feb 19

Wis. poised to leave Ark. as only state without expanded Medicaid for new moms

Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.

Feb 19

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Protest For Immigrants And Against ICE In Minneapolis

Citizens from across U.S. come to Minn. to learn ICE resistance tactics

People from across the nation are traveling to the Twin Cities, but not as tourists. Many want to learn in person from Minnesota protestors to bring that knowledge back to their own cities.

Feb 26

Edina woman who went viral after Alex Pretti shooting reflects one month later

The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.

Feb 20

Crowd shows support for 3 women protesting after confrontation

Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.

Feb 18

Somali community hesitantly hopeful amid news of ICE drawdown

Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.

Feb 13

Minnesotans band together to cover rent for their immigrant neighbors

The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.

Feb 9

Politics

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Politics

Forecast shows Minnesota has a $3.7B budget surplus; lawmakers note caveats

The Minnesota state budget surplus is up to $3.7 billion. That's $1 billion more than they expected a few months ago. But that's only one piece of the state's financial future that officials laid out on Friday, and there are still some warning signs ahead. Caroline Cummings reports on the forecast and the big implications at the State Capitol.

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Judge extends order protecting refugees in Minnesota from being arrested, deported

A federal judge has extended his order protecting refugees in Minnesota who are lawfully in the U.S. from being arrested and deported.

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Wis. man gets 16½ years for forging threats against Trump in deportation scheme

A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.

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DOJ announces more charges in anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church

The Justice Department on Friday announced it is charging 30 more people for their roles in a January anti-ICE protest at Cities Church in St. Paul.

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Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's AI technology

President Trump said he will give federal agencies six months to phase out their use of Anthropic's AI products.

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Leaders fighting hunger meet to discuss fallout of federal surge

On Friday, hundreds of leaders from Minnesota food banks and food shelves came together in Brooklyn Center. Their goal is to find the best ways to help hungry families in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, and while food prices remain high.

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Froot Loops Cling to Vivid Colors as Food Makers Face Dye Bans

Target to stop selling cereals with synthetic colors by late spring

Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.

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CPSC issues warnng for thousands of pressure cookers sold at Best Buy over burn risk

Consumers are urged to stop using the pressure cookers and dispose of them immediately.

Feb 25

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How Trump's renewed tariff fight will impact Minnesotans

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.

Feb 23

Mpls. restaurant workers lament losses from ICE surge, demand change

On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.

Feb 13

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Family of teen killed at Minneapolis birthday party rebukes plea deal

A teenager who has admitted to shooting and killing another teen in Minneapolis, for now, is not expected to spend any time in an adult prison. The family of the victim is distraught.

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Wis. man gets 16½ years for forging threats against Trump in deportation scheme

A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.

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Man arrested after 66-year-old Lakeville woman's death ruled a homicide

A 69-year-old man has been arrested after a Lakeville, Minnesota, woman's death was ruled a homicide, the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office said Friday.

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Shooter killed man in Minneapolis over designer bag, charges say

A confrontation between several armed men and a man with a Louis Vuitton bag inside a Minneapolis apartment building resulted in a fatal shooting on Tuesday night, according to a criminal complaint.

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Loved ones of Mpls. brothers killed by cousin say system, family failed them

The victims' sister says Eddie Duncan's family saw the warning signs and still bailed him out

Feb 26

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Target to stop selling cereals with synthetic colors by late spring

Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.

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Minnesota's measles cases have doubled in the past week

The Minnesota Department of Health said there have been 10 reported cases in the state so far this year. There were five cases as of the last update, which came on Feb. 19.

Feb 26

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Announces He's Ending His Reelection Bid

Walz unveils anti-fraud bill after feds halt $259M in Medicaid funding

Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz laid out his anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday, one day after the White House paused $259 million in federal Medicaid payments to the state until a comprehensive action plan is laid out to fight fraud.

Feb 26

Vance: Some Minnesota Medicaid funding will be halted over fraud

Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration will "temporarily halt" some Medicaid funding to the state of Minnesota over fraud concerns.

Feb 25

HCMC leaders urge lawmakers to pass 1-cent sales tax

Hennepin County leaders, along with top brass from Minneapolis' Hennepin County Medical Center, opened the books in front of a panel of Minnesota senators Wednesday.

Feb 26

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Author and illustrator inspired by Prince team up for children's book

As a musician and performer, Prince showed a generation that being different wasn't a liability. Now, an author and illustrator are telling the story of Prince's life in a new children's book.

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1890s short, thought lost, found in Michigan among decaying movie reels

A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.

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Bobby J. Brown, "The Wire" and "Law & Order: SUV" actor, dies at 62

Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.

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Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance

Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils "diverse list" of 2026 nominees

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.

Feb 25

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Sisters at Hill-Murray set sights on state basketball tournament

Sisters Mya and Ashlee Wilson lead the Hill-Murray girls basketball team in scoring, assists and rebounds. Head coach Betty Trull says they bring more than just strong statistics to the program.

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Edwards, Wolves outlast short-handed Clippers 94-88

Anthony Edwards scored 31 points, Donte DiVincenzo added 18 and the surging Minnesota Timberwolves beat Los Angeles Clippers 94-88 on Thursday night.

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Twins scratch Lewis as precaution with right side tightness

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis was scratched from the team's exhibition game lineup as a precaution because of tightness in his right side.

Feb 26

Anthony Edwards fined $25K for throwing ball into stands after halftime buzzer

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was fined $25,000 by the NBA for what the league described as "throwing the game ball with force into the spectator stands.".

Feb 26

Minneapolis boy featured in snowboarding magazine finds love for the sport

Eleven-year-old Mickey Watkins is no longer just the kid known for his make-shift snowboard.

Feb 26

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Talking Points

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Minnesota lawmakers want it to be easier to sue federal government

In the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, a bill to make it easier for someone to sue the federal government is advancing at the Minnesota Capitol.

Feb 26

Dueling priorities in Minnesota Legislature as 2026 session continues

Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.

Feb 23
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Two Minnesota State Legislators And Spouses Shot In Targeted Attacks

Minnesota DFL, GOP have dueling priorities for 2026 legislative session

The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.

Feb 23

How Minnesota's ICE surge could impact November's election

The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country.

Feb 19

How will Operation Metro Surge impact the Midterm Elections?

The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Abou Amara, a Democratic analyst, and Amy Frederiksen, a Republican analyst, about the political impact.

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Finding Minnesota

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Pavek museum houses century-old technology that can still be used

In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.

Feb 25

Minneapolis Ski Club celebrates 100 years

One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.

Feb 19

Minnesota family offers nostalgic and quirky sweets at candy store

Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.

Feb 12

Frosty's got nothing on Jeffery the snowman

John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.

Feb 4

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Forest ice skating trail in Baxter is a hit with winter enthusiasts

Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.

Jan 28

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Good Question

What does travel insurance cover?

Traveling is already stressful, especially flying, but the deadly conflict south of the border might have some travelers second-guessing their upcoming trips.

Feb 24

The best ways to protect yourself from car theft

Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.

Feb 24

How do AI security checkpoints work?

On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.

Feb 17

Understanding contagiousness following recovery from a virus

From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.

Feb 16

Border Czar Tom Homan Speaks To The Press In Minneapolis

Fact check: Did feds find thousands of missing kids in Minn. during ICE surge?

White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.

Feb 13

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Solar Storm Lights Up Wisconsin Farmland In Rare Aurora Spectacle

Northern lights seen over Minnesota: Nov. 11, 2025

Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.

Nov 11, 2025
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Astra the Polar Bear

A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.

Oct 10, 2025
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Gallery: WCCO Community Relations

From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.

Oct 6, 2025
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Every new food, drink and vendor at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.

Jul 9, 2025
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder

A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.

Jun 1, 2025
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Weather

NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota from Feb. 27, 2026

NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the Twin Cities could see up to 3 inches of snow by Saturday evening.

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What is NEXT Weather?

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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NEXT Weather: Noon report for Minnesota from Feb. 27, 2026

A winter storm is headed for southern Minnesota and possibly parts of the Twin Cities on Saturday.

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4 p.m. Minnesota forecast from Feb. 27, 2026 | NEXT Weather

The weekend brings with it some chance for snow, but next week is looking warmer, WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports.

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NEXT Weather: Noon report for Minnesota from Feb. 27, 2026

Friday brings us one more mild day before some weekend chill.

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Latest Videos

How sisters at Hill-Murray are pushing the girls basketball team forward

Hill Murray's girls basketball team is set to play Mahtomedi in the Section 4AAA semifinal on Saturday, hoping to make a state tournament appearance for the first time since 2011. Marielle Mohs introduces two sisters on their squad who are leading the pack.

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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota from Feb. 27, 2026

NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the Twin Cities could see up to 3 inches of snow by Saturday evening.

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Children's book about Prince explores individual expression

As a musician and performer, Prince showed a generation that being different wasn’t a liability. Photojournalist Ray Campos and Jeff Wagner introduce the author and illustrator of a new children's book based on Prince’s life.

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Family of teen fatally shot at Minneapolis party unhappy with plea deal

A teenager is avoiding adult prison time for killing another teen in Minneapolis. The victim's family is distraught. A 16-year-old shot and killed 15 year old Aundre Loyd at a birthday party last November. As Conor Wight reports, Loyd's family is frustrated over the plea deal.

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Forecast shows Minnesota has a $3.7B budget surplus; lawmakers note caveats

The Minnesota state budget surplus is up to $3.7 billion. That's $1 billion more than they expected a few months ago. But that's only one piece of the state's financial future that officials laid out on Friday, and there are still some warning signs ahead. Caroline Cummings reports on the forecast and the big implications at the State Capitol.

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