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Since the beginning of the current record-breaking Powerball run, Minnesotans have bought $50 million worth of Powerball tickets. But, not all of that money goes to prizes. That's why Marlene, Lloyd, Deb and Robbie want to know: Where does all the money go? Good Question.
By mid-January, studies have shown about 30 percent of us have given up on our New Year's resolutions. Some people have probably even noticed the crowds starting to thin out at the gym.
This Wednesday's Powerball jackpot is worth a world-record $1.4 billion. That's the amount someone would win if they took annual payments over the next 30 years. But, if the winner took all the money right away, that sum adds up to $868 million.
Every Friday, Heather Brown takes a look at some of the burning questions that our viewers have sent. This week, we're looking at a few questions on this week's historic Powerball lottery jackpot of $700 million.
The Seahawks are coming to our town this weekend. Seattle is favored by five points, but can some subzero temperatures and a lot of SKOL give us an edge?
President Obama took a number of executive actions Tuesday regarding gun control, saying the gun lobby is holding Congress hostage. "There are actions within my legal authority that we can take to help reduce gun violence and save more lives," President Obama said.
It's hard to avoid the social media frenzy over Netflix's new documentary, "Making a Murderer." It's the story of a Wisconsin man allegedly framed for murder. The 10-hour series has generated plenty of anger, hate mail and even a petition to the White House.
Through the end of 2015, "Star Force: The Force Awakens" has sold 70 million tickets in the United States. So, Katie wants: What movie has sold the most tickets of all time? According to Box Office Mojo's list of ticket sales, "Gone With The Wind" takes the number-one spot in the United States with 202 million tickets sold.
More than half of us watch the New Year's Eve festivities in New York City's Times Square on TV. And the main attraction is the dropping of the 12,000-pound sparkly sphere, which is 12 feet in diameter and has 32,000 LED lights.
By spring, there's a good chance you're going to need more than your current Minnesota driver's license to get a on a plane – perhaps a U.S. passport or an enhanced Minnesota driver's license. So what are enhanced driver's licenses? Good Question.
It's a song that's synonymous with New Year's: Auld Lang Syne. Even if you don't know the words, you certainly know the tune. So, what does Auld Lang Syne mean? Good Question.
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" keeps shattering box-office records. The seventh episode of the saga has now brought in over $1 billion worldwide. So where do all of those box office dollars go? Good Question.
Every Friday, Heather Brown takes a look at some of the burning questions that our viewers have sent. This week, we're looking at fruitcakes, forks on peanut butter cookies, and hot dog buns.
This time of year, we see beautiful decorations in stores, in our homes, on our streets -- and two colors tend to dominate the decor. So, Debb from Hutchinson wants to know: Why are red and green the colors of Christmas? Good Question.
From the holidays, to political campaigns, to terrorism, we've been talking a lot about religion and faith these days. So, what religions are we in Minnesota? Good Question.
Firefighters are working to put out a blaze at a church in Rosemount, Minnesota, on Monday afternoon.
The Minnesota State Patrol and the Eagan Police Department responded to a report of a road rage incident on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive around 5:16 p.m., according to Eagan police.
Two people were injured when they jumped from a moving trailer after the pickup truck it was attached to was stolen Saturday morning in Minneapolis.
A judge sentenced a man to 10.5 years in prison in connection with a federal crackdown involving dozens of members of a major gang in Minneapolis.
The Plymouth police chief explained that there was an error when the license plate was first entered into a nationwide database in another state.
A man is dead after he collided with an SUV while riding an electric bike in Rochester, Minnesota, on Sunday afternoon.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness will close on Tuesday as wildfires burn amid an active heat wave in northern Minnesota.
The U.S. Forest Service closed 225,000 acres of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on Saturday due to multiple wildfires and continued dry conditions.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
Wright County, Minnesota, sheriff's deputies are investigating after a vehicle hit a man, injuring him and killing his dog Friday morning.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
Francesca Hong has not backed away from calls to defund and abolish the police, raise taxes on the wealthy, and create a state-owned bank — positions now facing voters in a state Trump has carried twice.
A former Wisconsin judge will soon learn her sentence for felony obstruction for helping an immigrant evade federal officers.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that guardianship records sought by the Wisconsin Voter Alliance to identify ineligible voters are not public records under state law.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams said President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS had been filed for an "improper purpose."
The top prosecutors of Minnesota and Hennepin County say federal investigators are now sharing evidence in connection to the shootings by immigration agents in the state amid Operation Metro Surge earlier this year in Minneapolis, including Renee Good's SUV.
Increased strikes come as Iran threatens not to hold up its end of the framework for peace if the U.S. doesn't uphold its commitments.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
The top prosecutors of Minnesota and Hennepin County say federal investigators are now sharing evidence in connection to the shootings by immigration agents in the state amid Operation Metro Surge earlier this year in Minneapolis, including Renee Good's SUV.
The Minnesota State Patrol and the Eagan Police Department responded to a report of a road rage incident on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive around 5:16 p.m., according to Eagan police.
Two people were injured when they jumped from a moving trailer after the pickup truck it was attached to was stolen Saturday morning in Minneapolis.
A judge sentenced a man to 10.5 years in prison in connection with a federal crackdown involving dozens of members of a major gang in Minneapolis.
The Plymouth police chief explained that there was an error when the license plate was first entered into a nationwide database in another state.
More than 75,000 Minnesotans have been approved for the state's paid family and medical leave program, which launched at the beginning of the year.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
Dozens of Twin Cities hospice workers are walking the picket line Monday in a one-day strike after nearly a year of negotiations for an inaugural union contract.
As Mayor Jacob Frey pledges a crackdown at open-air drug markets in Minneapolis, WCCO found brutal honesty about the situation from people who say they actively participate in the illicit trade.
Noah Walden says he didn't notice anything unusual while eating. About three days later, he began experiencing stomach pain that continued to worsen over the next several days.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, neighborhood that has struggled to keep businesses might be turning a corner.
It's another action-packed weekend here in Minnesota, featuring hot dogs, book fairs, community celebrations and more.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Trevor Larnach homered and drove in two runs, Ryan Jeffers added a two-run double and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-2 Sunday and have won eight of their last nine series heading into the All-Star break.
Royce Lewis hit a two-run homer and sparked the go-ahead rally with a seventh-inning double as the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3.
Kayla McBride scored 14 of her 25 points in the fourth quarter, Olivia Miles added 23 points after missing two games and the Minnesota Lynx edged the New York Liberty 90-85.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
The Minnesota Twins announced Friday that catcher Ryan Jeffers has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list after missing nearly two months with a left hamate bone fracture.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
In every corner of the metro, and across Minnesota, you'll find construction crews ripping up roads and rebuilding bridges. WCCO looks into whether the piles of rubble they create can get a second life.
Water beckons Minnesotans this time of year, especially our lakes. But something in it can turn us away, even if other animals and organisms need it.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in place through Thursday due to extreme heat.
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.
Which would you rather deal with: hot summer weather or winter cold and snow?
Highs will be in the 90s with heat index values near 100.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness will close on Tuesday as wildfires burn amid an active heat wave in northern Minnesota.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in place through Thursday due to extreme heat.
The top prosecutors of Minnesota and Hennepin County say federal investigators are now sharing evidence in connection to the shootings by immigration agents in the state amid Operation Metro Surge earlier this year in Minneapolis, including Renee Good's SUV.
There’s been an outpouring of support for the victims from Wabasha and the surrounding areas.
Wildfires in northern Minnesota have led to the closure of the entire Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Which would you rather deal with: hot summer weather or winter cold and snow?