Former Howard guard Elijah Hawkins transferring to Minnesota
Former Howard guard Eljiah Hawkins has transferred to Minnesota with two seasons of eligibility left.
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Gopher Football players from the 2022 team that could make a splash in the NFL
Three Gophers were picked in the NFL Draft, and six players were signed as free agents.
2023 NFL Draft: University of Minnesota's John Michael Schmitz drafted by New York Giants
The Giants grabbed Schmitz of Minnesota in the second round.
2023 NFL Draft: Gophers who could hear their name called
The 2023 NFL Draft starts Thursday, and while it's unlikely any Minnesota Gophers will have their name called in round one, there are a few prospects who could be headed to the pros.
Wild sign defenseman Faber fresh from NCAA runner-up Gophers
The Minnesota Wild have signed defenseman Brock Faber to a standard three-year, entry-level contract.
Quinnipiac beats Minnesota 3-2 in OT, wins NCAA hockey title
Jacob Quillan scored 10 seconds into overtime to give Quinnipiac a 3-2 victory over Minnesota for its first NCAA hockey title.
Gophers score 4 goals in 3rd, advance past BU in Frozen Four
Freshman Luke Mittelstadt scored two third-period goals in two-and-a-half minutes and top-ranked Minnesota beat Boston University 6-2 in the opening game of the NCAA Frozen Four.
Jamison Battle announces transfer from Minnesota to Ohio St.
Minnesota's second-leading scorer Jamison Battle has decided to transfer to Ohio State for his final college season.
As Gophers prep for Frozen Four, Bob Motzko earns coach of the year award
The No. 1 Gophers take on No. 4 Boston University at 4 p.m. Thursday in Tampa, Florida.
Gopher men's track and field team off to good start, hope to win Big Ten
About a month into the outdoor season, the Gopher men's track and field team has six athletes among the top in their events.
Gopher volleyball to host Athletes Unlimited at the Pav, marking return of Taylor Reid
Gopher women's volleyball on Tuesday will host an exhibition match with Athletes Unlimited - an indoor professional volleyball league featuring former top college athletes.
Gophers gear up for Frozen 4, with title drought at 20 years
One of the most driven and talented teams to take the ice for Minnesota in decades is seeking to bring a national championship back to the program for the first time in 20 years.
New Gophers coach Plitzuweit has core freshmen 4 staying put
The four Minnesota freshmen recruited by Lindsay Whalen all decided their loyalty to the home-state program was stronger than the disappointment of seeing their leader - and Gophers legend - depart.
Dawn Plitzuweit named new Gophers women's basketball head coach
The Gophers have hired Dawn Plitzuweit as the university's new women's basketball head coach, replacing Lindsay Whalen.
Maryland ousts Minnesota in second round of Big Ten tourney
Donta Scott scored 16 of his 20 points in the first half, Jahmir Young scored 14 of his 15 in the second and Maryland defeated Minnesota 70-54 in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday night.
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Castro hits 2 of Minnesota's 4 home runs in 9-7 win over Toronto
Willi Castro had his first career multi-homer game, Matt Wallner homered amongst his career-high four hits, and the Minnesota Twins held off the Toronto Blue Jays 9-7 on Saturday.
Kiermaier, Bichette homer in Blue Jays' 3-1 win over Twins
Kevin Kiermaier and Bo Bichette homered in a three-run third, Kevin Gausman won for the first time in more than month and the slumping Toronto Blue Jays beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
Lynx fall to Phoenix Mercury led by Brittney Griner
Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury earned their first win of the WNBA season with a 90-81 victory against the Minnesota Lynx on Thursday night.
Hopkins middle school girls seize chance to play organized flag football
"I used to play football with my brother sometimes," said Hopkins 8th grade student Promise Hubbert. "I wanted to play on a team but they had no girls teams."
Green Bay-area legislators ask finance committee for $2M to support NFL draft
Green Bay-area lawmakers are asking the Wisconsin Legislature's budget committee to hand tourism officials $2 million to help stage the 2025 NFL draft at Lambeau Field.
Twins manager Rocco Baldelli, wife Allie expecting twins in September
Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli will be managing twins of a different kind come this fall.
New Vikings DC Brian Flores on "building an identity" for the defense
Vikings fans got a preview Wednesday of how the team's new defensive coordinator is overhauling his side of the ball.
Vikings' Keenan McCardell, Matt Daniels talk coaching diversity program
The relative lack of minority-race coaches in prominent leadership roles has been a long-running problem for the NFL.
Aurora FC opens season with 5-0 win over Rochester FC: "We were ruthless"
Minnesota Aurora FC opened the 2023 season on Wednesday with a commanding win over Rochester FC.
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Students finding their rhythm in life with Rondo school's rap program
In the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, an out of the box lesson plan has turned into something really special.
Hourslong search for possible missing swimmer called off on Minneapolis' Lake Nokomis
The Minneapolis Fire Department says crews were called to Lake Nokomis early Saturday evening for "reports of a missing female presumed to be last seen in the lake."
Owamni by the Sioux Chef set to reopen in Minneapolis two months after electrical fire
A celebrated downtown Minneapolis restaurant will soon reopen after an electrical fire closed it down nearly two months ago.
Missing: Sophie Christina Gant, 18, last seen in Dinkytown
Sophie Christina Gant was last seen Friday near the intersection of University Avenue and 15th Avenue Southeast in Minneapolis' Dinkytown district.
"Warehouse District Live" aims to bring safety, more visitors to downtown Minneapolis
The city says there will be more than 1,800 events in downtown Minneapolis this summer, including major concerts like Taylor Swift and sporting events expected to bring in millions of visitors.
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MPCA issues air quality alert Sunday and Monday for central and SE Minnesota
Central and southeastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, will be under an air quality alert Sunday through Monday due to high levels of ground-level ozone.
With lower water levels, crews search along Mississippi River in Winona for Madeline Kingsbury
The search for a missing Minnesota mother continued Saturday, nearly two months after her disappearance.
Black bear seriously injures woman outside cabin in Nisswa
The DNR says the victim was staying at the cabin, and she was attacked when she went outside to check on her dog, who she had let out moments earlier.
BNSF train carrying rock derails near St. Cloud
Officials are investigating after a six-car train derailed Saturday near St. Cloud.
Red flag warning issued in northwestern, central Minnesota
A red flag warning has been issued in northwestern and central Minnesota due to low humidity and high winds.
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Protester involved in pulling down abolitionist's statue in Wisconsin gets 6 months in jail
A man who drove the car that helped pull down the statue of a Civil War hero and abolitionist outside of the Wisconsin state Capitol during a night of protests in 2020 has been sentenced to six months in jail.
Wisconsin trial over fake electors set to start just before 2024 presidential election
A jury trial in a lawsuit seeking $2.4 million in damages from Republicans who attempted to cast Wisconsin's 10 electoral votes for Donald Trump in 2020 even though he lost is scheduled to begin just two months before the 2024 presidential election.
Wisconsin budget committee rejects Evers' plan to make tax agents permanent
The Wisconsin Legislature's budget-writing committee has rejected Gov. Tony Evers' plan to make permanent nearly 40 revenue agent positions who are meant to enforce the state's tax laws.
Wisconsin lawmaker says his bar where overdose victims bought drugs isn't "bad establishment"
Police in Wisconsin say drugs laced with fentanyl that killed one person and caused three more to overdose were purchased at a bar owned by a state lawmaker.
Milwaukee faces bankruptcy, police cuts if aid deal can't be reached
Wisconsin state lawmakers are being warned that not reaching a deal on a massive bill increasing state aid to local governments will only increase the chances that Milwaukee runs out of money, forcing deep cuts to police and fire protection.
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Biden, McCarthy reach 11th-hour deal on raising debt ceiling
Republican lawmakers and the White House reached a deal Saturday evening on raising the nation's debt ceiling.
State rebate program could get Minnesotans up to $1,500 for e-bike purchase
Minnesotans who buy an e-bike could soon get a rebate of up to $1,500 due to a bill passed at the legislature this session.
Debt ceiling deadline is now June 5, Yellen says
Time is running short for House Republicans and the White House to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling to avoid default.
New South Carolina abortion law halted until state Supreme Court review
South Carolina's new six-week abortion ban was signed into law just about 24 hours before Judge Clifton Newman halted it.
"Elections have consequences": Obama praises MN's 2023 session accomplishments
Obama posted a thread on Twitter Friday morning, recapping the many DFL-backed initiatives that were signed into law over the course of just a few months.
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Boaters enjoying lower gas prices on Memorial Day weekend
As boaters prepare to fill up, they're finding some good news at the pumps – if they can even get to the pumps yet.
State rebate program could get Minnesotans up to $1,500 for e-bike purchase
Minnesotans who buy an e-bike could soon get a rebate of up to $1,500 due to a bill passed at the legislature this session.
New daily train line between Twin Cities and Duluth is set for construction
The captivating beauty of Minnesota's North Shore is set to become even more accessible with the Northern Lights Express. The line goes from the Twin Cities to the Twin Ports, with stops in Minneapolis, Coon Rapids, Cambridge, Hinckley, and Superior, Wisconsin.
Walz orders flags to half-staff for Memorial Day, as holiday travel heats up
Whether it's driving to the cabin or hitting the skies for a faraway destination, Minnesotans are on the move for the holiday weekend. The number of those traveling is moving in an upward direction.
As Dairy Queen nixes cherry-dipped cone, a look back at other lost DQ treats
We reflect on other nixed treats after Dairy Queen announces they will discontinue cherry-dipped soft serve ice cream cones.
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Florida man at center of fatal human smuggling case pleads not guilty in Minnesota
A Florida man charged with human smuggling related to the deaths last year of four immigrants near the Canadian border has pleaded not guilty to the federal charges.
Red Wing man charged with manslaughter in 2-month-old baby's death
A 27-year-old Red Wing man faces a set of manslaughter charges for his alleged role in the death of an 8-week-old baby boy.
"We are devastated": 2 hurt, 2 arrested in stabbing at Washburn High School
Investigators say that preliminary information indicates a large fight occurred after the stabbing, with the crowd scattering once officers arrived.
Protester involved in pulling down abolitionist's statue in Wisconsin gets 6 months in jail
A man who drove the car that helped pull down the statue of a Civil War hero and abolitionist outside of the Wisconsin state Capitol during a night of protests in 2020 has been sentenced to six months in jail.
Video: Suspect flees on foot after crashing during police chase in east metro
A chase came to a crashing end Wednesday on Interstate 694 in Oakdale, but that did not stop the driver from trying to escape police.
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Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Leukemia survivor Alexa Score, of Spring Lake, surfs to save others' lives
Score graduated high school early, and at 17, moved to Florida with her older sister. At 21, she turned pro. Score spent six years in the sport, earning a top 10 ranking among female professional wakeboarders in the world.
What will Minnesota lawmakers do for an encore in 2024 after momentous 2023 legislative session?
House Speaker Melissa Hortman, of Brooklyn Park, said that Democrats came into the session with seven big issues that they had developed over the previous three election cycles: education, health care, an economy that works for everyone, climate action, reproductive freedom, preventing gun violence and protecting democracy.
Rice County officials warn of health effects from landfill fire
Officials in southern Minnesota say a fire at a landfill may cause adverse effects to the health of both residents and the environment.
Minnesota fire captain battling lung disease vows to advocate for fellow firefighters
A firefighter who's spent more than a decade helping others is facing a battle of his own.
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Students finding their rhythm in life with Rondo school's rap program
In the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, an out of the box lesson plan has turned into something really special.
Yacht rock season is here: WCCO's favorite tunes for smooth sailing into summer
With the arrival of the Memorial Day weekend and, with it, the unofficial start of the summer season in Minnesota, we thought it best to don our captain's hat and set sail.
Sole "Survivor" Yam Yam Arocho reflects on tough competition
The 44th season of Survivor came to a close Wednesday night and one of the three finalists is from Minnesota.
Tina Turner opened up about her kidney health 2 months before her death
Two months prior to her death, Tina Turner opened up about putting herself "in great danger" by not taking action for her kidney health sooner.
Minnesotans dominated Wednesday's "Wheel of Fortune"
Minnesotans made up four of the six contestants on "Wheel of Fortune."
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Castro hits 2 of Minnesota's 4 home runs in 9-7 win over Toronto
Willi Castro had his first career multi-homer game, Matt Wallner homered amongst his career-high four hits, and the Minnesota Twins held off the Toronto Blue Jays 9-7 on Saturday.
Kiermaier, Bichette homer in Blue Jays' 3-1 win over Twins
Kevin Kiermaier and Bo Bichette homered in a three-run third, Kevin Gausman won for the first time in more than month and the slumping Toronto Blue Jays beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
Lynx fall to Phoenix Mercury led by Brittney Griner
Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury earned their first win of the WNBA season with a 90-81 victory against the Minnesota Lynx on Thursday night.
Hopkins middle school girls seize chance to play organized flag football
"I used to play football with my brother sometimes," said Hopkins 8th grade student Promise Hubbert. "I wanted to play on a team but they had no girls teams."
Green Bay-area legislators ask finance committee for $2M to support NFL draft
Green Bay-area lawmakers are asking the Wisconsin Legislature's budget committee to hand tourism officials $2 million to help stage the 2025 NFL draft at Lambeau Field.
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Talking Points: What's changed since George Floyd's murder
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020.
George Floyd murdered 3 years ago this week
Floyd's death under the knee of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin not only changed our community but it changed the nation.
Talking Points: Breaking down the state election results (part 3)
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. Murphy asked Local civil rights attorney and activist Nekima Levy Armstrong if she's seen change and asked what still needs to be done. Murphy also checked in with Floyd's long-time girlfriend Courteney Ross.
Talking Points: What's changed since George Floyd's murder (part 2)
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. George Floyd's brother, Philonise Floyd, testified and sat through every hearing vowing justice for his family.
Talking Points: What's changed since George Floyd's murder (part 1)
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison won prosecutions for murder and manslaughter against all four officers.
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Two mansions of Minnesota lumber barons a popular destination for reunions, weddings
Imagine spending the night in a turn-of-the-century lumber baron's mansion. Well, now you can do exactly that.
Iron ore and baseball celebrated at Chisholm's Minnesota Museum of Mining
"Chisholm is kind of one of those amazing places that believes in itself no matter what. And they never say die," said Carol Borich.
The awe-inspiring Minneapolis water tower protected by 8-ton stone guardians
Minnesota has plenty of wacky water towers. But there's one in Minneapolis that's all about architecture and art.
Finding Minnesota: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & the Big Bopper live on in Montevideo
In the late 1950s, there were no bigger names in music than Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens. So when the teen idols announced they were coming to Montevideo as part of their Winter Dance tour, locals were gearing up.
Minnesota's landlocked town of Willernie once drew gangsters, funseekers
If you've never heard of the town of Willernie, you're not alone, even though it's located in the middle of Washington County. But between famous gangsters and a famous amusement park, Willernie has quite the history.
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Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Why is loneliness bad for our health? And how can we help ourselves and others?
As the country navigates the end of a pandemic, the U.S. surgeon general said Americans are suffering from an epidemic: Loneliness.
How does AAA calculate travel projections?
AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend, which is a very specific number.
Twin Cities rush hour more unpredictable than it was pre-pandemic
The pandemic changed just about everything in our lives, including traffic. Marie from Little Canada wanted to know, "when is the actual rush hour these days?" Good Question.
How should we clean a grill? And how often should we do it?
Jeff Wagner gets his hands dirty for this one.
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Minnesota Fishing Opener 2023
Many WCCO viewers across the state Saturday took part in the unofficial start to Minnesota summer -- the fishing opener.
Gallery: Joe Kapp, former Vikings QB who led team to first Super Bowl, dies at 85
Joe Kapp, the quarterback who led the Minnesota Vikings to their first Super Bowl appearance, has reportedly died. Kapp played three seasons with the Vikings, amassing a 23-12-3 record. He captained the Vikings to Super Bowl IV, which they lost 23-7 to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Former President Trump's arraignment draws protesters, heightened security in NYC
Crowds gathered both to support and protest against former President Donald Trump as he was expected to surrender to authorities in appear in court in Lower Manhattan for the first time to face criminal charges, a historic first .
New foods unveiled at Target Field
The first home game of the Twins season is almost here. For the 2023 season, the Twins have eight local vendors serving food at Target Field this year as part of their Minnesota Made program.
Northern Lights over Minnesota: March 23, 2023
Many WCCO viewers shared stunning photos of Thursday night's Northern Lights, which could be seen practically across the entire state of Minnesota.
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NEXT Weather: 7:30 a.m. report from May 28, 2023
Sunday looks warm and mostly sunny, and it's going to get hotter this week.
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In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report from May 27, 2023
Memorial Day will feature more above-average heat and more sunshine.
MPCA issues air quality alert Sunday and Monday for central and SE Minnesota
Central and southeastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, will be under an air quality alert Sunday through Monday due to high levels of ground-level ozone.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report from May 27, 2023
Memorial Day will feature above-average temps and partly-sunny skies.
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4 things to know from May 28, 2023
A bear attack near Nisswa, there is a deal to raise the nation's debt limit, and more.
Students finding their rhythm in life with rap program at St. Paul's High School for Recording Arts
In the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, an out of the box lesson plan has turned into something really special.
How to navigate the transition to summer
Summer brings change for a lot of families. Here are some tips to make that change a little easier.
NEXT Weather: 7:30 a.m. report from May 28, 2023
Sunday looks warm and mostly sunny, and it's going to get hotter this week.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of May 28, 2023
Esme Murphy has the latest headlines.