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Walz has $3.2M, Jensen has $864K for final weeks of campaign
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz has $3.2 million in cash on hand heading into the final weeks of the campaign, while Republican challenger Scott Jensen has $864,000 left in the bank.
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Walz defends how Ed. Dept. handled food fraud allegations
Gov. Tim Walz spoke Wednesday for the first time since a rare rebuke from a judge presiding over a lawsuit from Feeding Our Future, the organization at the center of the $250 million pandemic fraud case.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
A preview of the District 2 rematch of Craig, Kistner
The 2nd District has about the same number of Democrats as it does Republicans.
Buckle up, America: The Fed wants to put you out of a job
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says curbing inflation will cause pain. Critics say putting millions out of work is unnecessary.
Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
Walz has $3.2M, Jensen has $864K for final weeks of campaign
DFL incumbent Gov. Tim Walz has more money in the bank than GOP nominee Dr. Scott Jensen in the final weeks before the election, new campaign finance reports show, and both campaigns are also ramping up spending in their last push to score voters' support.
EU official says Nord Stream pipeline damage was likely "a deliberate act"
Seismologists say explosions rattled the Baltic Sea before unusual leaks were discovered Tuesday on the two underwater pipelines running from Russia to Germany.
Wisconsin GOP files 2 open records lawsuits
The lawsuits were filed Tuesday and come the day after a conservative law firm, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, sued the state parole commission seeking records about paroles that have been granted.
Capitol rioter from Iowa, a "one-man wrecking ball," gets 7-year term
Kyle Young cried as he apologized to former D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone and said he wished he could take back his actions of that day.
Federal court finds 3rd Iowa ag-gag law unconstitutional
A federal judge has struck down the third attempt by the Iowa Legislature to stop animal welfare groups from secretly filming livestock abuse.
Oath Keepers founder, codefendants face jury in highest-profile Jan. 6 trial
Prosecutors allege Stewart Rhodes and his associates conspired to use force to halt the peaceful transition of power in support of former President Trump.
What you need to know about campaigning and voting in Minnesota
As of last Friday, voters already began casting their ballots for November's elections in Minnesota, which is tied for the longest early voting periods in the country at 46 days.
What campaigns can and can’t do to get your vote
It's crunch time for campaigns across Minnesota as Election Day looms. It's why you're going to see more campaign ads on TV, fliers in your mailbox and people knocking on your door asking for support.
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Live Updates: Hurricane Ian makes landfall in Florida
Southwestern Florida is reporting widespread power outages and flooding as Ian arrives.
NFL confirms Minneapolis as backup stadium if Bucs vs. Chiefs game moved due to Hurricane Ian
The matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers is still scheduled to take place in Florida on Sunday night, but the NFL says the game will take place in Minneapolis if it's forced to move because of Hurricane Ian.
Police: 1 shot in Minneapolis' North Loop
It happened just before 9:30 p.m. on the 700 block of North Washington Avenue.
Mattison perfect complement to Vikings' Cook
Through four NFL seasons, running back Alexander Mattison has started six games, serving as the understudy to Dalvin Cook's starring role with the Minnesota Vikings.
Part golf course, part pasture: Balhepburn in New York Mills offers golfing with sheep
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Balhepburn is anything but par for the course.
Woman and dog escape flaming car after deer collision near Princeton
A crash between a car and a deer led to a fiery aftermath north of the Twin Cities Wednesday morning.
Experimental Alzheimer's drug could be a potential breakthrough
There are more than 100,000 Minnesotans living with Alzheimer's disease, a number that's expected to triple over the next 20 years.
Minneapolis resident living near gang warzone installs bulletproof bed headboard: "I sleep very calmly"
Juliee Oden is one of eight north-side residents who filed a lawsuit in the summer of 2020, calling on the city to hire more police officers. Now she sleeps behind a bullet-proof headboard.
Lizzo plays James Madison's 200-year-old crystal flute at DC concert
"B****, I just twerked and played James Madison's crystal flute from the 1800s," she said to the crowd. "We just made history tonight!"
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U of M scientists uncover potential meteor crash site in Inver Grove Heights
Geologists believe a massive meteor crashed into what is now Inver Grove Heights about 500 million years ago.
Bus shelter drug use sparking concerns in Minneapolis
"It's a serious problem in the shelters ... it's really bad for the community and the neighborhoods and the ridership, but it's even worse because it's spilling into the buses and the trains," said ATU Local 1005 President Ryan Timlin.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
Xcel Energy smart meters are coming to your home, so here's what you need to know
It all started with a postcard in the mail that told Pam Pommer she'd soon be getting a new utility meter installed at her home.
Minnesotans raise awareness of sickle cell anemia
Sickle cell anemia is a painful condition that can make you feel like you are on fire.
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Part golf course, part pasture: Balhepburn in New York Mills offers golfing with sheep
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Balhepburn is anything but par for the course.
Woman and dog escape flaming car after deer collision near Princeton
A crash between a car and a deer led to a fiery aftermath north of the Twin Cities Wednesday morning.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
Xcel Energy smart meters are coming to your home, so here's what you need to know
It all started with a postcard in the mail that told Pam Pommer she'd soon be getting a new utility meter installed at her home.
Sauk Rapids man, 21, pleads guilty to making, selling "ghost guns"
The U.S. Attorney's Office accuses Jay James Olson of "willfully engaging in the business of manufacturing firearms without a license."
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Wisconsin GOP files 2 open records lawsuits
The lawsuits were filed Tuesday and come the day after a conservative law firm, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, sued the state parole commission seeking records about paroles that have been granted.
Darrell Brooks Jr. wants to defend himself in fatal Wisconsin parade attack
A man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens of others by driving an SUV through a Christmas parade in Wisconsin last year wants to represent himself in a trial that is scheduled to begin in a little more than a week.
Kamala Harris talks abortion, makes appeal to voters in Wisconsin
Harris also spoke at a meeting of the Democratic Attorneys General Association, urging them to "fight back" for abortion rights and against those she called "extremist, so-called leaders" who were attempting to make it harder to vote.
Wisconsin agent charged in nonfatal shooting of unarmed man
The charge stems from the Feb. 3 shooting of Quadren Wilson, who survived. Wilson is Black and Wagner is white, and Wilson's family has said they believe race was a factor in the shooting.
"We didn't really expect it": Cleaning up after late summer hail storm
River Falls was hit hard with massive baseball-sized hail. There's anything from dents and dings to shattered windshields on some cars that were parked outside during Tuesday's storms.
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Walz has $3.2M, Jensen has $864K for final weeks of campaign
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz has $3.2 million in cash on hand heading into the final weeks of the campaign, while Republican challenger Scott Jensen has $864,000 left in the bank.
Walz defends how Ed. Dept. handled food fraud allegations
Gov. Tim Walz spoke Wednesday for the first time since a rare rebuke from a judge presiding over a lawsuit from Feeding Our Future, the organization at the center of the $250 million pandemic fraud case.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
A preview of the District 2 rematch of Craig, Kistner
The 2nd District has about the same number of Democrats as it does Republicans.
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Xcel Energy smart meters are coming to your home, so here's what you need to know
It all started with a postcard in the mail that told Pam Pommer she'd soon be getting a new utility meter installed at her home.
University of Minnesota to refund students for lack of food in dining halls
Officials cite "ongoing staffing shortages" for the substandard dining experiences so far this school year.
Viral video of rodent dining in Minneapolis restaurant puts work of health inspectors in focus
Health inspectors are busy this time of year as colder weather prompts mice to move inside restaurants and stores.
Ex-police officer hopes device he invented, Top Kontrol, curbs carjackings
If the doors open while the car is running, the Top Kontrol device assumes a carjacking is taking place. The thief can drive the vehicle for about 15 seconds before it shuts down and an alarm goes off.
Federal Reserve Bank rep says expect higher unemployment in 2023, more interest rate hikes
Abigail Wozniak says the fed is hoping inflation might make some significant budging by the end of next year through 2024. We have a ways to go, and there will be short-term pain to get inflation down.
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Police: 1 shot in Minneapolis' North Loop
It happened just before 9:30 p.m. on the 700 block of North Washington Avenue.
Bus shelter drug use sparking concerns in Minneapolis
"It's a serious problem in the shelters ... it's really bad for the community and the neighborhoods and the ridership, but it's even worse because it's spilling into the buses and the trains," said ATU Local 1005 President Ryan Timlin.
Sauk Rapids man, 21, pleads guilty to making, selling "ghost guns"
The U.S. Attorney's Office accuses Jay James Olson of "willfully engaging in the business of manufacturing firearms without a license."
Blaine PD: Carjacking suspect shot at a father who was trying to protect daughter
Blaine police are asking for the public's help in identifying an armed carjacking suspect.
1 of 2 boys arrested in Richfield H.S. football game shooting charged
Over the weekend, a 15-year-old and 16-year-old boy were taken into custody. One of them has since been released.
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Experimental Alzheimer's drug could be a potential breakthrough
There are more than 100,000 Minnesotans living with Alzheimer's disease, a number that's expected to triple over the next 20 years.
Minnesotans raise awareness of sickle cell anemia
Sickle cell anemia is a painful condition that can make you feel like you are on fire.
What is the ideal indoor temperature?
It's that time of year when we keep tweaking our thermostat in search for the "magic number."
Connor Erickson transferred to Mayo rehab program following head injury
The Brainerd high school football player was injured Sept. 9 during a game against Moorhead.
Viral video of rodent dining in Minneapolis restaurant puts work of health inspectors in focus
Health inspectors are busy this time of year as colder weather prompts mice to move inside restaurants and stores.
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Part golf course, part pasture: Balhepburn in New York Mills offers golfing with sheep
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Balhepburn is anything but par for the course.
Lizzo plays James Madison's 200-year-old crystal flute at DC concert
"B****, I just twerked and played James Madison's crystal flute from the 1800s," she said to the crowd. "We just made history tonight!"
Rock The Garden music festival in Minneapolis won't return next year
A longtime summer favorite in Minneapolis will not be returning next year.
Betty White memorabilia auction rakes in $4 million
The top selling item was a piece from "The Golden Girls" set, which earned 76 times its original estimate.
Rihanna to headline Super Bowl halftime show
The Super Bowl will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12.
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Mattison perfect complement to Vikings' Cook
Through four NFL seasons, running back Alexander Mattison has started six games, serving as the understudy to Dalvin Cook's starring role with the Minnesota Vikings.
Wallner's 3 RBIs help Twins send Sox to 8th straight loss
Minnesota rookie Matt Wallner drove in a career-high three runs and Gio Urshela and Jake Cave each had three hits as the Twins beat Chicago 7-4 on Wednesday night, sending the White Sox to their eighth straight loss.
Back with Wild, Fleury welcomes big workload as clear No. 1
"They say, 'You play,' I play, unless maybe I'm hurt or something," Fleury said. "But other than that, I like playing."
NFL confirms Minneapolis as backup stadium if Bucs vs. Chiefs game moved due to Hurricane Ian
The matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers is still scheduled to take place in Florida on Sunday night, but the NFL says the game will take place in Minneapolis if it's forced to move because of Hurricane Ian.
Wallner, Ober highlight Twins' 4-0 victory over White Sox
Matt Wallner hit a two-run homer, Bailey Ober had a career-high 10 strikeouts and the Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago White Sox 4-0 on Wednesday night.
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Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
Rematch between Rep. Angie Craig, Tyler Kistner could cost more than $11M
A lot of the money is coming from outside the state. Why? It is one of a handful of tossup districts in the country that could determine who controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
A preview of the District 2 rematch of Craig, Kistner
The 2nd District has about the same number of Democrats as it does Republicans.
Talking Points: Battle for the 2nd Congressional District
The most closely-watched Congressional race in Minnesota is the contest between Democrat Rep. Angie Craig and Republican challenger Tyler Kistner.
Talking Points: Battle for the legislature
In the Minnesota governor's race, there have been three different polls in less than a month with vastly different results. WCCO's Esme Murphy breaks down the credibility of those polls and looks at the battle for the Capitol.
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Part golf course, part pasture: Balhepburn in New York Mills offers golfing with sheep
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Balhepburn is anything but par for the course.
Finding Minnesota: Where better to go rock climbing than Minnesota's Rock County?
In this week's Finding Minnesota, see why people come from across the country to scale the cliffs at Blue Mounds State Park.
How a ghost town was turned into a Minnesota state park
It's a state park that's full of scenic trails and waterfalls, but it also used to be the site of a town.
The Old American Bike Barn: Take a motorcycle ride back in time in Ortonville
John Lauritsen takes us to a place in western Minnesota where vintage motorcycles still rule the road.
Minnesota was once poised to be the third largest state
Land-wise, Minnesota is the twelfth-largest state. But had politicians in the 1850s gotten their way, we would be much bigger.
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What is the ideal indoor temperature?
It's that time of year when we keep tweaking our thermostat in search for the "magic number."
When should kids be allowed to have a phone?
If you have a child between 6 and 12, there's a good chance they've asked you for a cellphone.
Can a sudden change in temperature affect our health?
The temperature plunge can be tough mentally and physically, too, as some people complain of cold symptoms, headaches and feeling off-kilter.
Is summer getting longer, or are other seasons getting shorter?
This month, temperatures have been above average for 12 out of 19 days in the Twin Cities.
Is the traditional "snow day" a thing of the past?
As students get into the swing of things at school, they're getting a tough reminder that a surprise day off might not be there.
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Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
Pro football week 1: Packers at Vikings (Sept. 11, 2022)
The Minnesota Vikings are kicking off their 2022 season against the rival green Bay Packers. It was a match expected to draw tens of thousands to Downtown Minneapolis.
Minnesotans capture northern lights on Sept. 4, 2022
The northern lights glowed brightly in the skies over Minnesota Saturday night.
Taliban marks "Victory Day" a year after Afghan takeover
While many Afghans have little to celebrate, the country's Taliban rulers were happy to show off their control of Kabul's streets.
New foods at 2022 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has announced dozens of new foods and drinks for the 2022 event.
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We'll start a multi-day warmup Thursday.
Minnesotans living in Florida mobilizing to help hurricane-ravaged communities
David Schuman shares how Minnesotans are holding up through the historic hurricane.
Hurricane Ian one of strongest storms to ever hit U.S.
Southwest Florida communities are being decimated by Hurricane Ian Wednesday evening.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report
We'll start a multi-day warmup Thursday.
Finding Minnesota: Golfing with sheep in New York Mills
In New York Mills, there’s a place that’s part golf course, part pasture. In this week’s Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Balhepburn is anything but par for the course.
Experimental Alzheimer's drug could be a potential breakthrough
Doctors say new clinical trial results for a new, experimental drug to treat Alzheimer's disease are showing impressive results.
Woman and dog escape flaming car after deer collision near Princeton
A crash between a car and a deer led to a fiery aftermath north of the Twin Cities Wednesday morning.
Construction worker killed in downtown St. Paul
Investigators say a work truck hit and killed a 61-year-old employee Wednesday afternoon in downtown St. Paul.