Anoka-Hennepin educators, school district reach tentative agreement
The Anoka-Hennepin School District said Wednesday morning it has reached a tentative agreement with educators, averting a strike.
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House committee to hold hearing on Minnesota fraud
The House Oversight Committee is holding a hearing Wednesday on a series of multimillion-dollar pandemic fraud schemes in Minnesota, with testimony from state lawmakers who House Republicans say "sounded the alarm."
Walz says he has no intention of resigning, lashes out at Trump after ending reelection bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday reversed course by dropping out of the 2026 gubernatorial race amid intense scrutiny of his handling of the state's fraud scandal.
Noem in metro amid what DHS dubs "largest immigration operation ever"
The immigration crackdown continues Tuesday in Minnesota as Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem returned to the Twin Cities to tag along as federal agents made more arrests.
Man who allegedly stalked Wis. Supreme Court chief justice gets probation
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Communities impacted by polluters offer support to Eagan neighborhood group
Neighbors living around Gopher Resource in Eagan, Minnesota, are the latest group to form after the plant exceeded lead emissions, putting their health at risk.
Community organizers say ICE handcuffed patient to bed without warrant
Community organizers and health care workers are expressing outrage after they say U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were allowed inside a Minneapolis hospital for more than 24 hours.
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Schools in Minn., Wis. announce delays, closures amid wet weather
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
After 2025's northern lights showcases, will the new year bring more activity?
Not only did we witness some big storms on Earth in 2025, but the sun also put on a show for the country, fuelling a number of solar storms throughout the year.
Minnesota's 2025 in weather: Big storms, above-average temps, dry months
From severe weather to extreme heat and everything in between, 2025 was a year full of big swings and big storms across Minnesota.
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4 things to know from Jan. 7, 2026
ICE Agents have arrested more than 150 people as part of a new federal immigration surge in Minnesota, the White House says it’s setting its sights on Greenland and more.
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Wednesday will bring early fog and a warm-up to parts of Minnesota.
Federal focus on Minnesota fraud intensifies, and more headlines
Minnesota’s fraud crisis will take center stage at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Strike averted as Anoka-Hennepin district, educators come to tentative agreement
The Anoka-Hennepin School District said Wednesday morning it has reached a tentative agreement with educators, averting a strike.
Trump posts plans for Venezuelan oil, wants to acquire Greenland
With the future of U.S. involvement in Venezuela still a question, the White House says the Trump administration is now discussing ways to acquire Greenland.
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Timberwolves beat Heat 122-94
Anthony Edwards scored 26 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Miami Heat for the second time in four days, 122-94.
Gophers hold off No. 19 Iowa 70-67
Langston Reynolds scored 22 points and Cade Tyson added 16 and Minnesota held off a rally to defeat No. 19 Iowa 70-67.
Kuzmenko has goal and assist as Kings beat Wild 4-2
Andrei Kuzmenko had a goal and an assist, and the Los Angeles Kings held on to beat the Minnesota Wild 4-2.
Do the Minnesota Vikings know if McCarthy is worth committing to?
The Minnesota Vikings lost their bet this season that they could develop J.J. McCarthy and still win at the same time, with a roster strong enough to withstand the typical inconsistencies of a young quarterback in his debut.
Vikings home and away opponents for 2026 regular season released
The Minnesota Vikings now know the teams they'll be playing during the 2026 regular season.
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Why are so many businesses going cashless?
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
How many kids in Minnesota play hockey?
From the frozen ponds and lakes to the packed indoor rinks serving as community hubs, hockey is uniquely celebrated and cherished in Minnesota like no other state in the country.
How do actors memorize their lines?
Have you ever wondered how the actors memorize so many lines? A neurologist says everyone could strengthen their memories by taking cues from actors.
What is microneedling? And why is it so popular?
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
How eggnog came to be a holiday tradition
According to the Smithsonian Magazine and Britannica, eggnog has British roots.
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After his partner died, MACV helped get this veteran's life back on track
Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
Food Bank Eatery working to provide free meals to children in need
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
How north metro firefighters are spreading holiday cheer
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
Strangers help after trailer full of sled dogs turns over on icy highway
It was a scary moment in the Twin Cities over the weekend, as a trailer hauling sled dogs turned over on Interstate 494 in Minnetonka.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Northern lights seen over Minnesota: Nov. 11, 2025
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
Astra the Polar Bear
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
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Anoka-Hennepin educators, school district reach tentative agreement
The Anoka-Hennepin School District said Wednesday morning it has reached a tentative agreement with educators, averting a strike.
U.S. citizen says encounter with ICE landed him in the hospital
Emmanuel Sackie, a Liberian-born, naturalized citizen, says he was stopped in the parking lot of Family Dollar in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, on Monday afternoon.
Community organizers say ICE handcuffed patient to bed without warrant
Community organizers and health care workers are expressing outrage after they say U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were allowed inside a Minneapolis hospital for more than 24 hours.
Minnesota day cares brace for more compliance measures
Between 2020 and 2025, Minnesota officials say $2.4 million has been recovered in child care fraud, but a viral video by a conservative YouTuber put a national spotlight on the issue.
Construction bids due for Nicollet Ave Kmart site
After 50 years of listening to complaints, the city of Minneapolis is one deadline closer to changing what used to be the Kmart property in south Minneapolis.
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Schools in Minn., Wis. announce delays, closures amid wet weather
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
Minnesota leaders react after Walz announces he's ending reelection bid
Leaders in Minnesota are reacting Monday morning to Gov. Tim Walz's announcement that he is dropping his reelection bid.
Walz says he won't resign after ending reelection bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday reversed course by dropping out of the 2026 gubernatorial race amid intense scrutiny of his handling of the state's fraud scandal.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops out of 2026 gubernatorial race
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is dropping his reelection campaign amid increased criticism over his handling of fraud in the state.
Has Alexandria High School's football team become a kicker factory?
Alexandria's last two placekickers are now playing for D-1 programs, thanks in part to former University of Minnesota kicker Joel Monroe, the school's current kicking coach.
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Man who allegedly stalked Wis. Supreme Court chief justice gets probation
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Schools in Minn., Wis. announce delays, closures amid wet weather
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
River Falls bar celebrates forming NCAA championship team duo
A western Wisconsin town is reveling in the national spotlight.
When he's not playing safety, River Falls' Andre Hall hits the slopes
When he's not playing zone or man, Hall is carving it up at local hills. He has qualified for multiple professional snowboard competitions.
2 killed, 1 injured in crash on western Wisconsin highway
Two people were killed and another hurt in a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon.
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U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Watch Live: House Oversight Committee holds hearing on Minnesota fraud
The House Oversight Committee is holding a hearing on a series of multimillion-dollar pandemic fraud schemes in Minnesota, with testimony from state lawmakers.
Trump posts plans for Venezuelan oil, wants to acquire Greenland
With the future of U.S. involvement in Venezuela still a question, the White House says the Trump administration is now discussing ways to acquire Greenland.
Audit of behavioral health grant programs raises questions
In a new report, the Office of the Legislative Auditor found it "did not comply with most requirements we tested and did not have adequate internal controls over grant funds."
Audit of Minnesota DHS grant programs finds "widespread failures in oversight"
One auditor noted that several documents were created by the Behavioral Health Administration only after the audit began and had been backdated in response to document requests.
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Why are so many businesses going cashless?
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
Costs down compared to a year ago for food staples
WCCO gathered data on core staple items from Aldi in Apple Valley, Target in Fridley and Cub Foods in north Minneapolis.
Experts project gas prices to keep falling in 2026
Minnesota drivers have something to celebrate this holiday — a price drop at the pump.
Tips for making realistic financial resolutions in 2026
With costs still high and budgets stretched, getting smarter with money matters more than ever.
Hundreds of vehicle owners spending New Year's at Twin Cities impound lots
There were 584 vehicles towed during this week's snow emergency in Minneapolis. That number stands at 352 and counting in St. Paul, where parking restrictions are in place until 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.
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Man who allegedly stalked Wis. Supreme Court chief justice gets probation
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Noem in metro amid what DHS dubs "largest immigration operation ever"
The immigration crackdown continues Tuesday in Minnesota as Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem returned to the Twin Cities to tag along as federal agents made more arrests.
Gov. Tim Walz says Minnesota is "under attack" by Trump as ICE ramps up
Walz added that he believes Minnesota is "under assault like no other time in our state's history because of a petty, vile administration that doesn't care about the well-being of Minnesotans."
Man, 54, accused of hitting ICE officer with his car, biting another
A 54-year-old man has been charged after the U.S. Department of Justice said he hit a federal officer with his car and bit another officer's hand in St. Paul, Minnesota, last month.
Man shot in leg outside St. Paul's Skarda Bar, police say
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, are investigating after a man was shot in the upper thigh late Sunday night outside of a bar.
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Gov. Tim Walz touts state's "on time, under budget" paid family leave program
Just one day after dropping his bid for reelection, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the state's paid family leave program is one of the most transformational bills the state has ever passed.
Nearly 12,000 Minnesotans have applied for new paid family leave program
Roughly 12,000 Minnesotans have already applied for the state's new paid family leave program, according to an update by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
What is microneedling? And why is it so popular?
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
Tips for coping with the common holiday stressors
The clock is ticking to snag a few more gifts and prepare for that holiday trip to visit family. As the pressure builds, so does the stress.
What's contributing to Minnesota's high school athletic trainer shortage?
The Minnesota Athletic Trainers Association says of the middle and high schools they know of, only 49% have an athletic trainer providing some level of service.
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Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, dies after "short illness" at 65
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Taylor Swift donates $1 million to Feeding America, group says
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.