What the Mall of America's massive cooling operation includes
The Mall of America in Bloomington is likely the most complicated place in the state to keep cool. WCCO got an exclusive look at the cooling system on the site's roof.
Meet a Twin Cities cheerleading team with an 80-year age gap
It may not be the first sport you think of, but cheerleading is definitely a sport. There are an estimated 4.5 million participants across 70 countries, with most in the U.S., where the sport originated.
The surprise treasure uncovered during Basilica of St. Mary's renovation
Preservationists made a dramatic discovery while restoring the breathtaking ceiling of the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis.
Divers clean up Big Island following July 4th weekend partying
Minnesota's busiest lake is wrapping up the busiest weekend of the year, with the clean-up underway Monday on Lake Minnetonka.
Minnesota golf club aims to help women find community, confidence
In the U.S., 72% of golfers are men and 28% are women, according to the National Golf Foundation. But women are now driving 60% of the growth in the industry. A Minnesota golfer who started a women's league is among those leading the charge.
St. Paul resident's special connection to the Declaration of Independence
As an author and law professor, Stephen Young knows a lot about U.S. history because for him, it's family history.
Hennepin County animal lover growing sheriff's office with dog donations
A Hennepin County woman has helped solve a K-9 shortage that's been dogging the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office.
Blaine woman with disability inspiring others through her fitness journey
A Blaine woman from Liberia calls herself an accidental inspiration. The busy wife and mother who runs a nonprofit helping children in Liberia started coming to Burn Boot Camp after an emotional slump.
St. Paul preparing for first Red, White and BOOM in 10 years
On July 4, the skies light up all over Minnesota, but this year, things will be very different in St. Paul.
Minnesota woman working to make women's golf more popular
The Optum executive and mom to three is chairing the KPMG Women's PGA Championship on the same course where the Ryder Cup has been played.
Woman allergic to sun to run marathon thanks to clinical trial
Emily Pearson has a rare genetic disorder that causes severe, painful reactions to sunlight.
Sen. John Hoffman reflects on lawmaker shootings one year later
A year ago, Sen. John Hoffman was shot nine times, his wife, Yvette, eight and their daughter, Hope, was hurled across the room. WCCO is looking back at how the family has spent the past year after their safety was shattered.
Hennepin Healthcare mapping out future of HCMC amid approval of $205M boost
HCMC in Minneapolis got what they wanted, a large financial boost from lawmakers, and now the leaders of Minnesota's busiest trauma hospital say they'll put their money where their mouths are and get to work restructuring finances.
Meet the woman who helped bring several major sports events to Minnesota
Imagine having these credits to your name: a Super Bowl, two Final Fours and the Olympic trials.
Families fight health insurance company over disability care cuts
Parents of Minnesota's most vulnerable children say lawmakers let them down, and now they're going to extremes to fight an insurance company that's denying coverage.