How to tell if the beef you're buying came from the U.S.
If you're buying ground beef at the grocery store, there's a good chance that part of it came from a country outside the United States.
How do you repair your lawn during a drought?
It's the fifth time in six years that Minnesotans are approaching fall during a drought. The time of year is right when homeowners typically start repairing their yards. Is it worth fighting back now or simply waiting until spring?
Anoka County firefighters mark 9/11 with annual flag display
Minnesotans on Friday marked 25 years since the 9/11 attacks turned a bright September morning into one of America's darkest days. A group of firefighters in Anoka County is making sure neighbors in their community never forget.
Students and educators share tips for a strong school year
The first days of school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. New teachers, new classes, maybe even a new building. It can be a lot to manage without a plan.
How many alarms should you set to wake up?
A school night usually means earlier bedtimes and setting multiple alarms. WCCO spoke with a sleep medicine physician about how many alarms you should set to wake up.
Frontier Saloon at Minnesota State Fair to close its doors
It's the end of an era for a country music hot spot at the Minnesota State Fair.
What happens behind the scenes in the Minnesota State Fair's livestock barns?
Behind the fried foods and thrilling rides, farming remains at the heart of the Minnesota State Fair, where farm families work around the clock to get their animals ribbon-ready.
How does the Minnesota State Fair make money?
Visitors are spending tens of millions of dollars to experience all there is at the Minnesota State Fair. It's a 12-day production that costs tens of millions of dollars to put on.
Which food booths make the most money at the Minnesota State Fair?
There's more than 300 vendors keeping people fed at the Minnesota State Fair. That's a lot of competition for your cash and the limited space in your stomach.
Here's where the corn from the Minnesota State Fair comes from
The corn goes from a farm field west of the Twin Cities to the busy ovens on the fairgrounds.
Elderly couple injured in Annunciation shooting still attend mass every week
The story of Sue and Ron Wilson's life together, happily spanning 60 years, adorns their apartment.
Why is the Minnesota State Fair 12 days?
There's a buzz at the fairgrounds as vendors, exhibitors and 4-H families get ready to welcome millions of people across a very specific stretch of time. Why is the Minnesota State Fair 12 days? Good Question.
Ragweed season is starting up. Here's how you can prevent allergies
While our summer has been dry, many can't say the same for their nose or eyes. Ragweed allergies are picking up steam.
Minnesota hemp farmer sees potential in industry, despite looming federal ban
A Minnesota hemp farmer won't let a looming federal ban cut down his efforts to create family fun.
What are the "August blues"?
Maybe you've experienced the "Sunday scaries" which is when you worry about the looming work week or wish you could have accomplished more over the weekend. The "August blues" create similar feelings, one being regret.