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The International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota, will soon show off its two new wolf pups, and the public's help is needed to name the duo.
After back-to-back Starship upper stage failures, SpaceX on Tuesday again launched the world's most powerful rocket, but faced new problems.
The State Department said that it does not have an operating embassy or consulate in Venezuela and warned of "severe risks" there.
Even the NBA MVP needs a wingman. For the Thunder, Minnesota native Chet Holmgren is one for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. And he had a big game Monday night to put his team within one game of going to the NBA Finals.
The St. Cloud Police Department said charges are pending against a 22-year-old man and 16-year-old boy, whose primary graffiti tags are "BESH" and "VANISH," respectively.
Jury selection is underway on Tuesday in the trial of the son of a former Minnesota lawmaker who's accused of killing five young women in a 2023 crash in Minneapolis.
Kennedy's move appears to shortcut the CDC's outside vaccine advisers, dropping COVID vaccines from the list recommended for children and pregnant women.
A Delta Air Lines flight leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Sunday was briefly waylaid when two pigeons attempted a coup on the plane.
Trump's decision to delay the implementation of a 50% tariff on the EU sent stocks skyrocketing Tuesday.
Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton, who became the first U.S. woman to win gold in the individual all-around competition in 1986, received a DUI charge May 17.
Hospitality and tourism are a vital part of Minnesota's economy, but there's fear tariffs will take a toll as the state heads into its busy season.
President Trump signed an executive order in early May that seeks to end federal funds for NPR and PBS.
Southwest Airlines, which previously had a free checked bag policy, says it will start charging $35 for each first checked bag.
Passing showers are possible over the next couple of days in parts of Minnesota, but most areas should stay dry.
Jonathan Aranda hit a three-run homer and Danny Jansen added a two-run shot as the Tampa Bay Rays extended their winning streak to six games with a 7-2 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Initially, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension was slated to be part of the federal investigation into the shooting, but the FBI has since taken it over.
For early January standards, temperatures have been above normal, with temps on Thursday reaching the mid-30s.
President Trump weighed in on the deadly shooting involving an ICE officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.
Protesters are back in the streets of Minneapolis, Minnesota, to manifest against ICE raids in their communities. CBS News' Matt Gutman has more.
The Minnesota BCA is pulling out of the Renee Good killing investigation and says the FBI is restricting evidence.
The Minnesota State Patrol says at least one person was hurt early Tuesday morning in a crash on Interstate 494 in Bloomington.
Minnesota's Office of the Legislative Auditor will release a report Tuesday that looks into how some Medicaid fraud schemes were investigated in the state.
Leaders of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196 say all district schools are closed Tuesday "out of an abundance of caution" after "multiple schools received threats."
It's not uncommon to see Minnesotans lending a helping hand after a winter storm, but in some areas, neighbors can't keep up with the demand. The Saintly City Snow Angels and Fulton Snow Angels in the Twin Cities are working to bridge that gap.
The partial government shutdown and a snowstorm are leading to major travel troubles at airports nationwide, including Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Three townhomes in Lusten, Minnesota, were damaged in a fire on Monday afternoon, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office.
A 53-year-old man is in the hospital after he was stabbed in Scandia Valley Township, Minnesota, on Sunday morning.
A 22-year-old man died in a crash in Meeker County, Minnesota, early Saturday morning.
Minneapolis and St. Paul are among the Minnesota communities that have declared snow emergencies in the wake of this weekend's massive blizzard.
The word of the day Sunday in southern Minnesota was "challenging," with snow conditions making roads difficult to navigate.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
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.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
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.
Minnesota native and World War II veteran Les Schrenk died earlier this week. He was 102 years old.
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.
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.
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.
Minnesota's Office of the Legislative Auditor will release a report Tuesday that looks into how some Medicaid fraud schemes were investigated in the state.
The Office of the Legislative Auditor will release a report Tuesday that looks into how some Medicaid fraud schemes were investigated in Minnesota, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Two bills designed to protect students from grooming have been passed by a Minnesota Senate committee. They follow a WCCO Investigates series on the topic.
As fraud remains in focus in the Minnesota Legislature, the House on Monday unanimously approved a bill to repeal from state law a problematic program that prosecutors said was the target of a massive fraud scheme.
A bill to protect students from grooming made its way to a Minnesota Senate committee on Monday. It follows a WCCO Investigates series on the topic. Senior Investigative Reporter Jennifer Mayerle explains.
Xcel Energy wants to increase rates for 492,000 natural gas customers in Minnesota. Customers can weigh in on the proposal during public hearings in April and May.
As fraud remains in focus in the Minnesota Legislature, the House on Monday unanimously approved a bill to repeal from state law a problematic program that prosecutors said was the target of a massive fraud scheme.
Delta is canceling flights at Midwest airports, including its Minneapolis-St. Paul hub, ahead of expected significant snow and winds starting Saturday evening through Sunday, the airline said Friday.
Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark were murdered in their home in June 2025. On top of grieving the sudden, tragic loss of his parents, Colin Hortman says the cleanup of his childhood home was a headache.
Data show that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again in the Twin Cities.
Minnesota's Office of the Legislative Auditor will release a report Tuesday that looks into how some Medicaid fraud schemes were investigated in the state.
Leaders of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196 say all district schools are closed Tuesday "out of an abundance of caution" after "multiple schools received threats."
A Minnesota woman running for U.S. Senate, accused of throwing a live tarantula onto a staircase leading to where her then-tenant was staying, has been convicted in the 2024 incident, according to court records.
Minneapolis police are searching for the suspect or suspects in a fatal shooting in a parking lot overnight.
Ayman Mohamad Ghazali made two purchases at a Phantom Fireworks store in Livonia, Michigan. He told the store staff the fireworks were for the end of Ramadan.
The hit HBO Max series "The Pitt" is getting buzz for how real it feels, and there's a Minnesota doctor making sure it stays that way.
More than half-a-million taxpayer dollars meant to help Minnesotans was stolen, according to state investigators, who say a home health care provider took the money to buy flights, order food and take rides instead of helping the needy.
Can a quick workout and your phone reveal something about your heart health? Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School say yes, and they've built an app to prove it.
A new Iowa law bans local nondiscrimination protections on the basis of gender identity after the state became the first in the U.S. to roll back its civil rights code last year.
At a Minnesota State Capitol hearing Wednesday morning, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs unveiled its "Veteran Suicide Prevention Plan."
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
The hit HBO Max series "The Pitt" is getting buzz for how real it feels, and there's a Minnesota doctor making sure it stays that way.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The Northfield boys basketball team is set to play in their first state tournament in 94 years. The Raiders beat Austin 60-51 in the section final to earn their state berth
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander helped Oklahoma City beat Minnesota 116-103 as the Thunder won their eighth straight and he increased his record 20-point streak to 128 games.
Igor Shesterkin made 46 saves and Vladislav Gavrikov had a goal and two assists as the New York Rangers extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Wild.
Anthony Edwards scored 42 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors for a 127-117 win.
Rookie Peyton Anderson scored her first career goal to spark the Minnesota Frost to a 4-1 victory over the Seattle Torrent in the PWHL.
Talking Points is tracking a partisan push to end surveillance pricing this legislative session.
This session, a bipartisan bill to end surveillance pricing is moving forward at the Minnesota Capitol. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Minnesota DFL Rep. Erin Koegel about the push and how the ban could protection your personal data.
Minnesota Democratic Rep. Angie Craig, who is running for U.S. Senate, says she now regrets her vote in favor of the Laken Riley Act last year.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Grace Arnold, Department of Commerce commissioner about what's driving rising insurance premiums and what you should look from in home insurance coverage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Minnesota lakes remain frozen. The people walking on trails around them remain bundled up. After a warm start to March, the seasonal shift is sputtering as it often tends to do.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices when they pull up to gas stations. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
The military strikes against Iran have sparked intense debate in Congress. U.S. lawmakers are not only split on whether to support the operation but also on whether President Trump should have sought congressional approval in advance. WCCO investigates how the Constitution defines declarations of war.
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.
Tuesday gets off to a quiet start before snow develops in the afternoon and into the evening in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
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.
Tuesday gets off to a quiet start before snow develops in the afternoon and into the evening in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Tuesday gets off to a quiet start before snow develops in the afternoon and into the evening in the Twin Cities.
It's not uncommon to see Minnesotans lending a helping hand after a winter storm, but in some areas, neighbors can't keep up with the demand. The Saintly City Snow Angels and Fulton Snow Angels in the Twin Cities are working to bridge that gap.
Leaders of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196 say all district schools are closed Tuesday "out of an abundance of caution" after "multiple schools received threats."
Tuesday gets off to a quiet start before snow develops in the afternoon and into the evening in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
The Office of the Legislative Auditor will release a report Tuesday that looks into how some Medicaid fraud schemes were investigated in Minnesota, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Leaders of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196 say all district schools are closed Tuesday "out of an abundance of caution" after "multiple schools received threats."
Tuesday gets off to a quiet start before snow develops in the afternoon and into the evening in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.