Longtime WCCO Reporter Bill Hudson Presented With Special Honor At Midwest Emmy Awards
Longtime WCCO-TV reporter Bill Hudson was presented a special honor Saturday night at the Midwest Emmy Awards.
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Longtime WCCO-TV reporter Bill Hudson was presented a special honor Saturday night at the Midwest Emmy Awards.
This week we are saying goodbye to one of the best storytellers ever to work in the Twin Cities. Bill Hudson's been a part of WCCO for more than 30 years.
Among the thousands of stories WCCO's Bill Hudson has told in his career, he recalls a Christmas trip to Bosnia in 2003.
After 31 years of sharing stories with us, our Bill Hudson is retiring. There have been so many beautifully written and photographed pieces, it's hard to choose just one.
Gov. Tim Walz has announced an extra $300 in new weekly unemployment benefits, to be funded by money from the CARES Act.
After what many called a rocky city and state response to the George Floyd protests and rioting, Gov. Tim Walz said there were lessons learned.
The previous position was testing should be done on anyone who was in close contact with someone who had tested positive. It's now saying if you're not medically vulnerable and have no symptoms,you should self-monitor.
Iron Workers' Union Local 512 represents more than 2,200 union members across Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. But uncertainties of COVID-19 are resulting in project delays and cancellations, and a long-lost summer.
Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for Americans. That's why a Twin Cities company is promoting a new approach to reduce our cardiac risks.
In North Minneapolis, a large food distribution effort is going on to provide good nutrition to families in need. It's the second of three large distribution efforts.
Five long months since COVID-19 closed its doors, AMC's mega movie theaters are welcoming customers back.
Small businesses struggling to survive can now receive grants from the Coon Rapids Business Relief Grant Program. The money is part of the $1.6 million the city received from the Federal CARES Act.
According to data from the Minneapolis Federal Reserve, statewide dining table seating is off 46% from a year ago.
Anger was palpable as Gov. Tim Walz reacted to Senate Republicans' rejection of Nancy Leppink as his commissioner of Labor and Industry.
When factories making asphalt shingles were shuttered by coronavirus lockdowns, it led to some supply chain problems.
Dr. Charles Crutchfield, the Twins' consulting dermatologist, is asking the Pohlad family, which owns the Twins, to update the iconic logo, which was made in 1961.
A Department of Natural Resources map records confirmed sightings outside the normal bear habitat. In 2019, the number jumped to 370 sightings. So far in 2020, there have been 189 reported in the seven-county metro.
From deep fried to something-on-a-stick, the Minnesota State Fair had foods of all types. So when pandemic brought the fair's 2020 cancellation, food junkies were in a quandary.
For many, it is the lifeblood of a vibrant downtown. Live music, performances and comedy acts packed into small, independent establishments like First Avenue.
COVID-19 and its economic uncertainties are jolting investor confidence. That is causing volatility in stock equities, a falling dollar and adding fears of inflation.
The wide bands of polymer rails stretch hundreds of feet. Each one is strategically located to block winter's prevailing winds.
With November's general election just 102 days away, Minnesota's primary election is creeping up even faster.
Both the infection itself as well as spending weeks on a ventilator, can leave lung tissue permanently damaged and scared.
A letter from the Minnesota Vikings is showing up in ticket holders' mailboxes Tuesday, explaining how COVID-19's uncertainties are changing the game.
Minnesota added another 922 cases of COVID-19 to its tally of infections Monday and four more deaths, including that of a 9-month-old child.
The Minnesota Lynx re-signed five-time All-Star forward Napheesa Collier, who's coming off one of the most productive seasons in WNBA history.
A man shot in south Minneapolis Thursday evening should survive, police say.
A Minnesota woman has filed a claim against the U.S. government over her treatment during an arrest by federal agents.
A passing cold front will bring showers and storms to the Twin Cities on Friday, as well as a big drop in temperatures.
The men who recorded the video say they released it so the world could get a fuller understanding of what happened beyond the viral clip.
A man shot in south Minneapolis Thursday evening should survive, police say.
A Minnesota woman has filed a claim against the U.S. government over her treatment during an arrest by federal agents.
The men who recorded the video say they released it so the world could get a fuller understanding of what happened beyond the viral clip.
A federal jury convicted a Minnesota man of illegally possessing a machine gun while on the way to a Twin Cities high school graduation.
The Pillsbury Owl, accidentally damaged in 2023 by a museum visitor, is back on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
The U.S. Senate on Thursday voted to end a mining ban near the Boundary Waters in northern Minnesota.
A farm in Monticello, Minnesota, is recovering after a barn fire on Saturday killed dozens of animals, according to the facility.
Kale Misegades averaged a 36 point double-double this season as his Henning Hornets went undefeated until the state semifinal, where they got upset in overtime to the eventual state champs.
"I lost six of my battle buddies who were sitting pretty close to me and that's a struggle within itself. The invisible wounds are hard to heal," Sgt. Cory Hicks said.
Mitchell Bechtold, who is pastor for four churches in the area, has now filmed more than 40 churches across central Minnesota, with many still ahead.
A woman was found dead at a complex on the Mississippi River in Winona County, Minnesota, on Wednesday morning.
Gamblers in Wisconsin will still have to wait months or maybe even longer before they can start to legally place bets.
Leaders on the board that oversees the Universities of Wisconsin say that the fired president of the system was slow to address pressing issues like artificial intelligence and feared upsetting policymakers, faculty and staff.
It's one of the largest musky hatcheries in the entire world. John Lauritsen shows us how the Spooner hatchery keeps fish healthy and anglers happy.
Officials at the Universities of Wisconsin have fired the system's president after he refused their offer to quietly resign and said they never gave a clear reason why he should.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
The man accused of attacking two lawmakers and their spouses is expected back in court.
A Minnesota woman has filed a claim against the U.S. government over her treatment during an arrest by federal agents.
Aliya Rahman alleges she was unlawfully arrested and mistreated by ICE agents.
A new, but fragile, ceasefire is now underway in the Middle East.
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
The bills aim to close what supporters call a gambling law loophole, allowing for these prediction markets to flourish with no regulations.
It's a bittersweet changing of kegs and hands in northeast Minneapolis as HeadFlyer Brewing issued a permanent last call on Sunday.
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
A man shot in south Minneapolis Thursday evening should survive, police say.
Federal agents say they executed criminal search warrants at two Twin Cities stores on Thursday as part of an investigation into $2.1 million of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program fraud.
A federal jury convicted a Minnesota man of illegally possessing a machine gun while on the way to a Twin Cities high school graduation.
A 19-year-old man has been sentenced for criminal vehicular homicide in a crash last year in Independence, Minnesota, that killed an 11-year-old girl, according to court records filed Wednesday.
A 21-year-old White Bear Lake, Minnesota, man pleaded guilty on Thursday in a fatal high-speed crash that killed two young men during a street race last summer.
At M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, Minnesota, there is an emergency room within the emergency room, focused on mental health.
Lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol are searching for solutions, trying to lend a hand to Hennepin Healthcare before it's too late.
The popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
At 5 years old, William Staley Olesen is a ball of energy. Watching him run around, laugh and play, it would be hard to know just how much he has already been through.
With a billion in Medicaid cuts, Hennepin Healthcare, a hospital that serves people with or without insurance, will likely close if state lawmakers don't act.
A video game is helping people experience the Ojibwe culture in a new way.
At Mixed Blood Theatre in Minneapolis, a new production is using the stage to explore the impact of immigration and displacement.
Brad Paisley, along with special guest Avery Anna, will take to the stage on Sept. 3.
Minnesota's own Bob Dylan will return to the Twin Cities to play a show at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater this summer.
Lady Gaga is still slated to perform in St. Paul later this week, despite canceling her Monday night show in Montreal.
The Minnesota Lynx re-signed five-time All-Star forward Napheesa Collier, who's coming off one of the most productive seasons in WNBA history.
The Minnesota Wild have entered the playoffs with fully professed confidence in both of their goalies.
A north Minneapolis dance coach wants to give her team a glimpse at greatness.
The Minnesota Vikings own nine picks in the NFL draft this year after missing the playoffs last season.
Jessie Eldridge scored two goals to go with an assist, Alina Müller had two assists and a goal, and the Boston Fleet beat the Minnesota Frost 3-2.
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
Both the DFL and GOP nominating conventions are the last weekend in May 7, and voting for the Aug. 11 primary begins in June.
Minnesota's hospitals are facing a growing financial crisis amid higher costs, fewer insured patients, shuttering clinics and federal Medicaid cuts.
Minnesota's hospitals are facing a growing financial crisis amid higher costs, fewer insured patients, shuttering clinics and federal Medicaid cuts.
At Arnie Lillo's Creations in Blue Earth County, you can visit a metal-scaled version of the Eiffel Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge. The works of art have taken on a shape of their own.
It's one of the largest musky hatcheries in the entire world. John Lauritsen shows us how the Spooner hatchery keeps fish healthy and anglers happy.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
The popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
One of the biggest obstacles to exercising can be finding enough time to work out. WCCO explores whether upping the intensity can give someone the same benefits in a shorter amount of time.
Filing your taxes can be stressful. But daydreaming about how to spend that refund makes it worthwhile.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
Rain should arrive in the late morning and continue into the afternoon. Some stronger storms could hit far southeastern Minnesota, with wind, hail and tornadoes possible.
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.
A passing cold front will bring showers and storms to the Twin Cities on Friday, as well as a big drop in temperatures.
A passing cold front will bring showers and storms to the Twin Cities on Friday, as well as a big drop in temperatures.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be windy and temperatures will tumble into the 40s and 30s.
More road closures are popping up the Twin Cities, President Trump says peace talks with Iran could resume over the weekend and more.
Rain should arrive in the late morning and continue into the afternoon. Some stronger storms could hit far southeastern Minnesota, with wind, hail and tornadoes possible.
The man accused of attacking two lawmakers and their spouses is expected back in court.
Aliya Rahman alleges she was unlawfully arrested and mistreated by ICE agents.
Vance Boelter is scheduled to appear for a hearing in his criminal case, plus more of the day’s top stories.