Two Minnesotas: Stats Show Disparity Between Black And White Residents

A new survey finds Minneapolis and St. Paul among the worst places for black Americans to call home. Experts say one reason is that Minnesota has one of the highest attrition rates for black professionals. Many who come here for work leave within two years -- which is seen in the troubling statistic comparing median income. A typical black household in the Twin Cities has an income of $31,635 a year. That is just 40 percent of the average earnings at a white household.

• Nov 20, 2018

Police Patrols Are Increasing Ahead Of Holiday Weekend

This Thanksgiving, the Department of Public Safety wants you to crash at a friend's, not on the road. Starting tomorrow, there will be a statewide increase of DWI patrols all in an effort to keep drunk drivers off the road.

• Nov 20, 2018

Hudson Officer's Close Call A Reminder For Drivers To Slow Down

The return of winter weather serves as a reminder to slow down if you see flashing lights ahead.

• Nov 20, 2018

Doctors Teach Tent City Community Leaders How To Administer Narcan

Minneapolis police say at least four people have died from heroin overdoses at the homeless camp off Hiawatha Avenue.

• Nov 20, 2018

Pursuing Peace Of Mind: Changing The Conversation Around Social Media

WCCO is digging deeper into the role social media plays in our day-to-day happiness, and a local doctor has been studying the effects it has on our culture.

• Nov 20, 2018

Tent Fires At Hiawatha Homeless Encampment Ruled Accidental

Firefighters were called to the tent city on Monday afternoon on a report of tents on fire. Crews arrived to find 10 tents on fire.

• Nov 20, 2018

Black Friday 2018 Guide: The Best Deals And Where To Find Them

The countdown to the biggest shopping day of the year is on, as stores around the country prepare for mass crowds of Black Friday shoppers -- hungry for this years' hottest deals.But with so many Black Friday bargains, which ones are worth your time and where can you find them?

• Nov 20, 2018

Man Arrested & Extradited For Allegedly Faking Death For $2M Insurance Claim

A 54-year-old Plymouth man has been arrested and extradited to the United States for allegedly faking his own death – with the help of his wife and son – for a $2 million insurance claim payout.

• Nov 20, 2018

UMinn. Researchers Stop 'Sneaky' Cancer Cells In Their Tracks

University of Minnesota researchers have managed to stop cancer cells from moving and spreading even when the cells changed their movements, according to a new study.

• Nov 20, 2018

St. Thomas To Build 2 Residence Halls On St. Paul Campus

The University of St. Thomas in St. Paul is planning to build two new residence halls with underground parking in both buildings.

• Nov 20, 2018

Police: Group Disrupts Eden Prairie McDonald's; Person Displays Gun

Police in Eden Prairie are asking for the public's help after a disorderly conduct incident at a McDonald's Monday evening.

• Nov 20, 2018

$3M Reward Offered For Man Who Exported MN-Made Device Used In IEDs

Federal authorities are offering a $3 million reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a man wanted for illegally obtaining U.S. technology that was later used in improvised explosive devices in Iraq.

• Nov 20, 2018

Hundreds Of Giveaways, Deals Planned For Black Friday At MOA

The Mall of America is kicking off holiday shopping on Black Friday with giveaways, shopping deals, Santa appearances and more.

• Nov 20, 2018

Former Priest Charged With 3 Counts Of Sexual Assault

A former priest with several allegations of sexual abuse beginning in the 1980s was arrested Friday on sexual assault charges.

• Nov 20, 2018

Girl Scout Troop Leader Fired After Event For Crash Victims

A Girl Scout troop leader in Green Bay has lost her job in the wake of a fundraiser her troop held for families of victims of a fatal crash near Chippewa Falls.

• Nov 20, 2018

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