Hazelden Betty Ford CEO discusses alcoholism in women
Alcohol use disorder has heavily impacted men in the past, but recent data from the CDC shows deaths from excessive drinking are now climbing faster among women.
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Alcohol use disorder has heavily impacted men in the past, but recent data from the CDC shows deaths from excessive drinking are now climbing faster among women.
Lydia Burr from the Hazelden Betty Ford clinic in St. Paul talks about overindulging during the holidays and staying sober in the new year.
Allen's clean humor is focused on marriage and family, but he's also sharing how he once battled alcohol and cocaine addiction and how he got his biggest break in the business thanks to the internet.
According to data from the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, LGBTQ+ people are twice as likely as the general population to struggle with alcohol use disorder. Experts say it's tied to stigmas the community faces.
Matt Moberg said his journey hasn't been easy, but the difficult road has led to some beautiful creations and revelations.
A borg, or "blackout rage gallon," is a college drinking trend taking over TikTok. We spoke to experts about what you need to know.
"It sneaks up on them and then it becomes too late," one doctor said.
"Dry January actually has a ton of benefits — aside from the health benefits, you have cleaner skin, you'll sleep better, you'll also save money," said one sobriety coach.
According to the Journal of Addiction Medicine, during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown drinking among women increased by more than 50%.
It's only a matter of time before the leaves drop. You may think they shrivel up and fall in the wind, but that's not the whole story.
More than 350 people over the last year have enrolled in St. Cloud State University's cannabis certificate programs.
From 2016-2020, there were nearly 2,800 school bus crashes in the state.
Sam Darnold had a burden-free season with the San Francisco 49ers last year as the backup to Brock Purdy while continuing to learn the league, his position and himself.
Ratta Chann is suspected of heading toward Minneapolis-St. Paul, specifically the area of Dorothy Day Center or Union Gospel Mission.
From 2016-2020, there were nearly 2,800 school bus crashes in the state.
Ratta Chann is suspected of heading toward Minneapolis-St. Paul, specifically the area of Dorothy Day Center or Union Gospel Mission.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced Thursday that deputies were justified in using deadly force during a shootout in Minnetonka earlier this year.
A 40-year-old man is facing multiple assault charges after firing a gun inside a south Minneapolis apartment complex multiple times last weekend.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says some parts of the state could see more deer than in recent years, which is good news for archery hunters.
More than 350 people over the last year have enrolled in St. Cloud State University's cannabis certificate programs.
From 2016-2020, there were nearly 2,800 school bus crashes in the state.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says some parts of the state could see more deer than in recent years, which is good news for archery hunters.
Forty percent of lottery proceeds go to Minnesota's Environment and National Resources Trust Fund.
Mkeilah Saurer was last seen around 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday on the 200 block of Ninth Street South, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says.
One person is dead after a pickup truck crashed into a western Wisconsin apartment building on Friday.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court wrestled Tuesday with whether a Republican had standing to bring a lawsuit that challenges the use of a mobile voting van in 2022 and seeks to ban their use in any future election in the presidential battleground state.
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
A 66-year-old Minnesota man is dead after drowning at Kinnickinnic State Park in Wisconsin.
A 60-year-old man died on Friday evening after what officials believe was a drunken driving crash in western Wisconsin.
By all indications, St. Paul's Express Bike Shop lives up to its name, selling and repairing bikes, but there's so much more to what they do.
Every Wednesday, CLUES holds its weekly food shelter "Canasta Familiar," providing fresh produce, healthy and culturally appropriate food, primarily for Latino families.
A St. Paul nonprofit is providing fresh veggies in the city's food deserts, all while cultivating confidence and job skills.
Farming is one of the oldest professions in Minnesota with generations of families embedded in the land. But that can make it hard for newcomers, especially immigrant farmers, to set roots of their own.
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back-to-school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.
Forty percent of lottery proceeds go to Minnesota's Environment and National Resources Trust Fund.
Every time you play the lottery in Minnesota, a share of that money helps protect our parks and environment. But should it stay that way? Voters will get to decide in the November election.
Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee dropped 2 counts in former President Donald Trump's Georgia election interference case.
Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he won't debate Vice President Kamala Harris again, saying, "THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!"
A state judge has struck down North Dakota's abortion ban, saying that the state constitution creates a fundamental right to access abortions.
A scheme is hitting email inboxes across the country that uses public images of people's homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
The average wholesale price for a dozen large Grade A eggs is now over $4.
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
A 40-year-old man is facing multiple assault charges after firing a gun inside a south Minneapolis apartment complex multiple times last weekend.
The 24-year-old man from Miami is charged with one count of identity theft and three counts of theft, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday in Hennepin County.
Police say a shooting early Tuesday morning in Minneapolis left a man with possibly life-threatening injuries.
Police are investigating after a teenager was shot while walking home with his friends on Wednesday evening.
A grand jury has indicted Harvey Weinstein, prosecutors said in court Thursday. The details of the indictment were not unsealed.
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Minneapolis residents will soon be able to get discounted vaccines for their pets to protect against bat-borne rabies.
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
Abortion rights supporters in South Dakota say doctors can't rely on a new video from the state and mandated by a law that its Republican prime sponsor said gives clear guidance to physicians for life-threatening situations.
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
"You think 'Back to the Future,' you can't do it. It can't be done (on stage)," said actor Don Stephenson." And yet, they figured out ways to do to that are amazing and so pleasing to the audience."
Legendary R&B singer and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly has passed away, his family announced on Instagram Wednesday.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
A Michigan judge on Monday ordered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a man currently in prison who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him at an afterparty in 1997.
A Minnesotan is composing outdoor symphonies inspired by local ecology, history and geography.
Sam Darnold had a burden-free season with the San Francisco 49ers last year as the backup to Brock Purdy while continuing to learn the league, his position and himself.
The 1-0 Minnesota Vikings host the NFC favorites this weekend in their first home game of the season.
The Minnesota Twins activated outfielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list Thursday, in time for him to play in Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds.
Matt Wallner homered for the second straight game, Brooks Lee snapped an 0-for-19 stretch with a go-ahead, two-run double and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-4.
A Texas judge has ordered former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson to turn over personal assets to help pay a debt that has ballooned to more than $12 million.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Some analysts, including some Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is history. And many analysts say there was a clear winner.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
Small towns in rural America often get overlooked. As their population shrinks, their history can fade. But you could say Arco remains rock solid in western Minnesota.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
It's estimated that at least half of all fairgoers visit the Miracle of Birth Center, making it one of the most popular exhibits at the fair—and one of the most educational.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
It's only a matter of time before the leaves drop. You may think they shrivel up and fall in the wind, but that's not the whole story.
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
Stepping into the Grandstand is like navigating a maze of merchandise. Forget food on a stick, how about the tools to cut one? Everything is for sale in there — even the kitchen sink.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be similar to today with sunshine and highs in the mid-80s.
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.
Tomorrow will also be in the 80s, but there's a chance of rain come Saturday.
We’ll stay hot on Friday as the haze continues to thin, and rain is possible over the weekend.
It'll be a warm day in the 80s on Friday, and the haze will continue to thin.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be similar to today with sunshine and highs in the mid-80s.
The latest map shows fall colors are just starting to emerge across parts of northern and southern Minnesota. That means it's only a matter of time before the leaves drop. You may think they shrivel up and blow away but that's not the whole story.
A family’s hearts are full tonight after a stunning discovery in the sewer outside their home.
A new lawsuit claims Mike Lindell's company MyPillow is way behind on its bills.
Hundreds of students at St. Cloud State University have high hopes for the future of legal weed. They've enrolled in cannabis courses that we first told you about last summer. As Caroline Cummings reports, the classes offered are growing.