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A new study found some Starbucks favorites are filled with all the added sugar we should eat in a day -- and then some. For example, a large white chocolate mocha has 74 sugary grams, and a large hot chocolate has 60 grams of sugar.
Minnesota's health insurance exchange has more to worry about than just politics. Data released Wednesday from the latest round of open enrollment shows its enrollees are getting older.
Along with a new baby comes a long list of big decisions. Where the newest family member will sleep can be one of the most controversial. About 15 percent of parents say they share sleep space with their child regularly. More than half have done it at some point. It's been billed as both dangerous and beneficial.
Health officials at the University of Minnesota say condom use is at an all-time low among the university's students -- and sexually transmitted infections are on the rise.
Something new at a Twin Cities hospital: A photo project showing us that even through life's toughest times, happy moments exist.
Top Republican leaders Monday called on Governor Mark Dayton to halt a statewide election now underway on whether to form a child care union. Some in-home child care providers who oppose the union say they did not receive voting ballots.
A 9-year-old Milwaukee boy has died after undergoing a surgery to have his tonsils removed. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office says Solomon Womack was pronounced dead on Friday.
This week's Kylies Kid is a high school senior getting ready for what comes after graduation. But Spirit has had to do some of her planning from the hospital room.
A new study from Stanford and Time Magazine finds 77 percent of us want to live to 100, but aren't putting in the work to get there. We always hear we should eat well and exercise, but what does that mean?
Minnesota health officials are reviewing their water quality testing after discovering they evaluated samples at temperatures too hot to detect some chemical contaminants.
State officials are celebrating a marked drop in the number of uninsured Minnesota children after the federal health overhaul.
According to the Department of Health, last flu season more than 4,000 Minnesotans had to be hospitalized. So far this flu season, there have only been 92.
It's been one year since Mayo Clinic researchers got the go-ahead on a potential game-changer. A test that people could take at home that screens for the second-most deadly type of cancer: Colon cancer.
A 91-year-old St. Paul grandmother who says she never wins anything hit a mini-jackpot this weekend. This is Mary Pat behind her shiny new adult-sized, motorized tricycle.
While many Americans just learned of Zika virus within the last few weeks, it has spread fast to 29 countries. Fifty Americans have returned to the U.S. infected with the virus.
Arrest warrants are out for two Oklahoma-based bounty hunters in connection to separate incidents involving the use of replica firearms to threaten people in Minneapolis earlier this month.
A toddler is in critical condition after falling from the second-floor window of a home in St. Paul, Minnesota, Tuesday evening, police said.
Police found the stolen car near the 1500 block of Bryant Avenue North around 9:20 p.m. The baby was safe inside the car.
Police in a northern Minneapolis suburb are looking for information about two dogs that killed a third on Sunday.
Wildlife experts say sightings are normal this time of year, with mating season from January to the end of March.
A South Dakota man was killed in a crash south of the Twin Cities Tuesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The Moorhead Police Department says Colton Long Jr. was last seen on Feb. 23 wearing a black coat, blue sweatshirt and dark blue jeans.
Authorities are investigating after a man and a child were found dead of gunshot wounds inside a northwestern Minnesota residence Monday afternoon.
Around 2,000 acres at Camp Ripley in north-central Minnesota have burned due to a wildfire that broke out in the area on Sunday, officials with the military training center said.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
A Wisconsin legislator has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct in connection with a bitter feud with her caucus over resolutions honoring Hispanics.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
President Trump is expected to provide an update on the war in a special address.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
The data shows agents arrested about 3,800 people between Dec. 1, 2025, and March 10.
The federal government says they were after the "worst of the worst," but less than a quarter of the people arrested during the Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota were convicted criminals.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
With the national average for gas prices around $4, the timing is especially concerning for the floral industry amid the height of Easter and Passover preparations.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Arrest warrants are out for two Oklahoma-based bounty hunters in connection to separate incidents involving the use of replica firearms to threaten people in Minneapolis earlier this month.
Law enforcement officials are launching a monthlong campaign to crack down on distracted driving in Minnesota.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Police found the stolen car near the 1500 block of Bryant Avenue North around 9:20 p.m. The baby was safe inside the car.
Police in a northern Minneapolis suburb are looking for information about two dogs that killed a third on Sunday.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
The Supreme Court's 8-1 ruling siding with a Colorado counselor who claimed the state's restriction unconstitutionally censored her conversations with young patients does not immediately strike down Minnesota's law.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
Sacramento-based Sutter Health announced plans to acquire Minneapolis-based Allina Health, promising a $2 billion investment in Minnesota and Wisconsin, but healthcare unions say workers weren't consulted.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Three of the most iconic '90s music groups are joining forces at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
The Minnesota Vikings may not have a general manager for the 2026 NFL draft, but with three picks in the top 100 and nine overall, they're well-equipped to add some impactful talent.
Get your taste buds ready for another season of Twins baseball. The home opener is Friday, but on Tuesday, the team revealed its new foods.
For many, the Minnesota Vikings' signing of Kyler Murray signaled a premature end to the team's quarterback competition. But head coach Kevin O'Connell isn't ready to publicly crown anyone yet.
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
The Minnesota Twins will take on the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday for their 2026 home opener, with a new manager and plenty of accompanying fanfare.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
With the DFL nominating convention just eight weeks away, polls that have come out show Peggy Flanagan in the lead for U.S. Senate over Angie Craig.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Young mothers working as Minnesota state senators are trying to change a system that was never designed to include them, saying their workplace is not allowing them time and space to breastfeed their infants.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
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.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A mix of snow and sleet on Wednesday night into Thursday could make for a messy morning commute.
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.
There is a winter weather advisory for most of Minnesota, including the metro, for the potential of slick roads due to snow, sleet and ice, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
NEXT Weather Alerts are in place for Wednesday and Thursday, and much of the state will be under a winter weather advisory starting Wednesday night.
A couple of rounds of messy weather, including rain, slush, ice and snow, are set to hit Minnesota in the coming days.
A mix of snow and sleet on Wednesday night into Thursday could make for a messy morning commute.
This year’s crackdown has an emotional and personal message for those involved.
Minneapolis police say a man stole a vehicle with a baby inside Tuesday evening, and the baby was found an hour later and reunited with their mother.
Police in a northern Minneapolis suburb are looking for information about two dogs that killed a third on Sunday.
Esther's Table in downtown Minneapolis is gearing up for both Easter and Passover meals, explain Chef Keven Kvalsten and owner Susan Capp.