Vikings beat Giants 28-6 in first regular game of 2024 season
The Minnesota Vikings start the 2024 season on a high after beating the New York Giants 28-6 on Sunday.
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Man in custody after shot by police during standoff
Police have a man in custody following a standoff at an apartment complex near Minnehaha Avenue.
What should we expected from 2024 fall colors in Minnesota?
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
Shots reportedly fired at Northtown Mall
Police are investigating reports of shots being fired inside Northtown Mall in Blaine Sunday afternoon.
Pedestrian struck crossing Brooklyn Park highway
Brooklyn Park police say the crash happened shortly after 11:30 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 252 and Brookdale Drive North.
North Minneapolis duplex destroyed in fire
Crews responded to reports of a fire in a one-and-a-half-story double bungalow on the 3300 block of Lyndale Avenue North shortly after 7 p.m.
3 injured in Minneapolis stabbing
Minneapolis police are investigating a stabbing that injured three people on the city's southside Saturday night.
Royals top Twins 2-0 for series sweep
Michael Wacha pitched seven innings of four-hit ball, Garrett Hampson and Salvador Perez drove in runs and the Royals beat the Twins 2-0 on Sunday to complete a series sweep.
Minnesota National Guard honored for evacuation efforts in Afghanistan
A central Minnesota Army National Guard unit is being honored with the U.S. military's highest unit award.
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What should we expected from 2024 fall colors in Minnesota?
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
Storms down 1,000 trees at Isanti faith retreat center
In its 36 years, Isanti's Pacem in Terris hasn't seen a storm like the one that rolled through on Monday. It took just 36 minutes, give or take a few, for its 240 acres to see more than 1,000 downed trees.
NWS confirms tornadoes touched down in 3 Minnesota counties
There were several reports of tornadoes on Thursday in both Minnesota and Wisconsin, including one picked up on traffic cameras just off Interstate 94 in Baldwin.
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Sober climb club creates recovery community
Sobriety is a tough journey, but it doesn't have to be one you face alone. Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn introduces us to the Sober Climb Club.
Minneapolis Greek Festival wrapping up Sunday
If you want to enjoy that picture perfect weather, we've got an idea for you.
8th annual Battle of the Badges held in North Commons Park
The community building competition looks to see who reigns supreme in the realm of BBQ.
NEXT Weather: 11 p.m. report for Minnesota on Sept. 8, 2024
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says high pressure stays with us into the work week with highs even warmer into the mid-80s.
Here's what to expect during Tuesday's presidential debate
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump will face off for the first time on the debate stage Tuesday night. WCCO's Esme Murphy asked Democratic analyst Abou Amara and Republican analyst Amy Koch give their thoughts on the upcoming debate.
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Royals top Twins 2-0 for series sweep
Michael Wacha pitched seven innings of four-hit ball, Garrett Hampson and Salvador Perez drove in runs and the Royals beat the Twins 2-0 on Sunday to complete a series sweep.
Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Vikings beat Giants 28-6 in first regular game of 2024 season
The Minnesota Vikings start the 2024 season on a high after beating the New York Giants 28-6 on Sunday.
Witt's go-ahead single lifts Royals over Twins 4-2, KC opens 1 1/2-game lead for second AL wild card
Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking single in a four-run eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat Minnesota 4-2 to open a 1 1/2-game lead over the Twins for the second AL wild card.
Brosmer shines as Gophers dominate Rhode Island 48-0
Max Brosmer passed for 271 yards and two touchdowns in just three quarters as Minnesota routed FCS opponent Rhode Island 48-0.
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How can parents deal with the effects of empty-nest syndrome?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Are mosquito-borne diseases becoming more common in Minnesota?
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
How vendors at the Minnesota State Fair compete for your cash
Stepping into the Grandstand is like navigating a maze of merchandise. Forget food on a stick, how about the tools to cut one? Everything is for sale in there — even the kitchen sink.
What are the traffic laws for school buses?
Minnesota law requires drivers to stop when they see a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
How are election polls created?
Monday evening, the latest CBS News and YouGov poll showed Vice President Kamala Harris with a three-point lead nationally over former President Donald Trump.
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The push to make farming accessible to the BIPOC community
Farming is one of the oldest professions in Minnesota with generations of families embedded in the land. But that can make it hard for newcomers, especially immigrant farmers, to set roots of their own.
PCs for People helps low-income families access affordable computers
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back-to-school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.
New Ojibwe-language dub of "Star Wars" gets its first screenings
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera "Star Wars: A New Hope" is getting its first showtimes this weekend.
Black Entrepreneur State Fair vendor tents damaged by severe storms
The second day of the fifth annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair ended in chaos when severe weather knocked down vendor tents and threw debris around.
Owatonna hosts summer camp to help children deal with grief
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
Searching for solutions on kids and crime in Minneapolis
Community groups are searching for solutions after four kids were shot inside a stolen vehicle in north Minneapolis over the weekend.
Hope Street addition providing outfits, dignity for young homeless people
Hope Street is a 30-bed shelter for young adults ages 18 to 24 facing homelessness, but it provides more than just a place to rest their heads.
Nonprofit gives out 3,000 backpacks to kids for free
In Brooklyn Park, a grassroots effort by community members is helping relieve that financial strain off parents while providing a little fun for kids.
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Minnesota storm photos: Aug. 29, 2024
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
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.
Minnesota State Fair storm damage: Aug. 27, 2024
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
Storms bring colorful skies, rainbows to Twin Cities area
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
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Shots reportedly fired at Northtown Mall
Police are investigating reports of shots being fired inside Northtown Mall in Blaine Sunday afternoon.
Pedestrian struck crossing Brooklyn Park highway
Brooklyn Park police say the crash happened shortly after 11:30 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 252 and Brookdale Drive North.
North Minneapolis duplex destroyed in fire
Crews responded to reports of a fire in a one-and-a-half-story double bungalow on the 3300 block of Lyndale Avenue North shortly after 7 p.m.
3 injured in Minneapolis stabbing
Minneapolis police are investigating a stabbing that injured three people on the city's southside Saturday night.
Domestic assault suspect crashes, dies during police chase
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
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Minnesota National Guard honored for evacuation efforts in Afghanistan
A central Minnesota Army National Guard unit is being honored with the U.S. military's highest unit award.
What should we expected from 2024 fall colors in Minnesota?
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
Man airlifted to hospital after hit-and-run in northern MN
A 26-year-old man is in the hospital with serious injuries after a hit-and-run incident in northern Minnesota Thursday afternoon.
Minnesotan's expertise helps lead to record $1.7 million Wilt Chamberlain rookie card sale
A sports card collector from Minnesota just helped make the sale of a lifetime.
Minnesota facing growing number of measles cases
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
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Wisconsin poultry farm recalls eggs amid salmonella outbreak
Two Wisconsin agencies are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs from a poultry farm.
Wis. DNR urging ATV riders to put safety first as fatalities soar
Wisconsin officials say 26 people have died so far this year in ATV-related crashes, putting 2024 on pace to be even deadlier on state roads and trails.
Miniature pony with dwarfism has permanent home thanks to rescue
Richard was taken in by Coco's Heart Dog Rescue due to a hoarding situation.
21-year-old Wisconsin gymnastics champion shot dead; suspect, 23, in custody
A suspect has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a national gymnastics champion in an apartment near the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus.
Tim Walz attends Laborfest in Milwaukee as part of push for union vote
Gov. Tim Walz spent Labor Day on the campaign trail talking to union workers.
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Harris-Trump poll finds Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin tight ahead of debate
More think Kamala Harris has the cognitive health to serve as president. Inflation concerns are bolstering Trump.
Pro-Palestinian "uncommitted" voters hope Harris campaign does more before election day
Uncommitted voters are hoping the Harris campaign does more and sits down with the Palestinian families before the election in November.
Judge delays sentencing in Trump's N.Y. criminal case until after election
Trump was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in relation to a "hush money" payment to an adult film star before the 2016 election.
Judge in Trump's 2020 election case sides with special counsel on next steps
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan issued an order mostly siding with a timeline proposed by special counsel Jack Smith.
Iowa lieutenant governor resigns to take over banker lobby group
Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg is resigning after serving more than seven years in office to take the helm of the state's bankers association.
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With harvest season approaching, farmers lament summer flooding
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
Why is the cost of homeowners insurance going up in Minnesota?
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
Price gap shrinking between urban, suburban apartment rentals
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
Target's car seat trade-in program returns Sept. 15
Target's popular car seat trade-in event is set to return later this month.
First round of e-bike rebates will expire soon
The deadline is fast approaching for the first wave of recipients to redeem their e-bike rebate.
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Shots reportedly fired at Northtown Mall
Police are investigating reports of shots being fired inside Northtown Mall in Blaine Sunday afternoon.
3 injured in Minneapolis stabbing
Minneapolis police are investigating a stabbing that injured three people on the city's southside Saturday night.
Domestic assault suspect crashes, dies during police chase
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
Manhunt underway after 5 people wounded in Kentucky highway shooting
Authorities consider a "person of interest" to be armed and dangerous, and they cautioned members of the public who might spot him not to approach him.
Shooting suspect high on PCP had been suspicious of victim
The suspect charged with the fatal shooting of De'Jaun Hall was high on PCP when he shot him, per the criminal complaint.
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Boar's Head faces multiple lawsuits after deadly listeria outbreak
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
How can parents deal with the effects of empty-nest syndrome?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesota facing growing number of measles cases
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
Twin Cities police department uplifts new recruit after breast cancer diagnosis
The Crystal Police Department rallies around one of their newest officers as she battles breast cancer.
Are mosquito-borne diseases becoming more common in Minnesota?
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
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Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
NBNL Festival in North Loop abruptly canceled
A music festival in the North Loop has been canceled three days before it was set to take place.
James Darren, "Gidget" actor, singer and director, dies at 88
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
DirecTV customers suddenly can't get ESPN and Disney shows. Here's why.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.