Bob Dylan-attributed quote on the pope spreads online: Is it real?
Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
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Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
Bidding is underway for dozens of Bob Dylan memorabilia items, including his earliest-known demo recording described as "a revelation."
Bidding is underway for dozens of Bob Dylan memorabilia items, including his earliest-known demo recording described as "a revelation."
A bill introduced in the state Senate last week would make Prince's "Purple Rain" and Bob Dylan's "Girl from the North Country" Minnesota's official state songs.
Minnesota lawmakers have put forth a bill enshrining "Purple Rain" and "Girl from the North Country" as official state songs.
"A Complete Unknown," the biopic chronicling the swift pop-cultural ascent of Minnesota native Bob Dylan in the early 1960s, has been nominated for eight Academy Awards.
Mark Joseph and Robert Hilstrom visit WCCO to talk about this weekend's 20th annual tribute to the music of The Band and their 1976 farewell concert, which was immortalized in film by director Martin Scorsese.
Julien’s Auctions says about 50 items and artifacts connected to Bob Dylan will be up for sale, including early handwritten drafts of his first No. 1 hit, "Mr. Tambourine Man.”
Fans of Timothée Chalamet stood out in the cold for hours on Thursday night in Minneapolis to get a chance to see the Oscar-nominated actor discuss his new Bob Dylan biopic, "A Complete Unknown."
The festival celebrating Duluth’s native son features live music with tribute concerts, historic tours, a singer-songwriter contest and much more.
Actor Timothée Chalamet was in northern Minnesota Thursday preparing for a role when he insisted on paying a visit to a drama class at Hibbing High School.
Swifties and the "BeyHive" packed Minneapolis stadiums, and Ed Sheeran even set an attendance record at U.S. Bank Stadium — but not before he wowed the heck out of Lego maniacs at Mall of America.
WCCO's A.J. Hilton wanders around Electric Fetus with MN music maven Peter Jesperson to talk The Replacements (who he helped discover), Bob Dylan, David Bowie, and much more! Check out Peter's autobiography "Euphoric Recall" - which drops Nov. 14!
A big celebration is getting underway in the Northland celebrating a Minnesota musical icon. Mark Nicklawske, a committee member of Duluth Dylan Fest, joins us.
Buyers received a letter confirming their $600 copy was "hand-signed by Bob Dylan." Then the publisher apologized, saying that wasn't the case.
Dylan wrote the letters to Barbara Ann Hewitt between 1957 and 1959 when he was still known as Bob Zimmerman.
A deeply personal collection of love letters in which a teenage Bob Dylan tells his high-school sweetheart that he envisions changing his name and selling a million records is going up for sale in Boston.
It alleged he did it over a six-week span in a NYC hotel in 1965 when she was 12. He just turned 81.
Bob Dylan is surely on the shortlist for most prolific musical artists of all time. And when you write as many songs as he has, there are going to be clunkers.
The rent-versus-buy question is one that millions of Americans grapple with. Now, nearly 30 percent of Minnesotans live in a rental unit.
As Minneapolis police were investigating a triple-fatal shooting in south Minneapolis, another fatal shooting broke out three blocks away.
"Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know?" President Trump said Wednesday.
A state lawmaker has demanded that an Iowa immigrant rights organization turn over private details about the nonprofit's legal clients, donors and list of members.
A missing Minnesota man is believed to have drowned while trying to cross the border into Canada via a river.
The rent-versus-buy question is one that millions of Americans grapple with. Now, nearly 30 percent of Minnesotans live in a rental unit.
As Minneapolis police were investigating a triple-fatal shooting in south Minneapolis, another fatal shooting broke out three blocks away.
The former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant in Ramsey County has sat vacant for years, but Arden Hills city leaders say that someday the 472-acre plot of land will transform into a place where people can live, work and play — and this is just the beginning.
Three people were killed and two more were hurt in a shooting late Tuesday night in Minneapolis that police said may have been gang-related.
Adams has looked on, as other lot rents at Brandondale Estates skyrocketed, nearly 70 percent higher than what she is paying now. She fears a new lease would be a major financial burden.
A missing Minnesota man is believed to have drowned while trying to cross the border into Canada via a river.
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well.
Adams has looked on, as other lot rents at Brandondale Estates skyrocketed, nearly 70 percent higher than what she is paying now. She fears a new lease would be a major financial burden.
A lifesaving gift is now just steps from a high school football field in Stillwater, Minnesota.
Sammy is always looking for an adventure. But that's a challenge too, because as part of his autism elopement, he'll just take off running. Last Monday, Sammy got away from his grandma, got through an open door, and headed right for the woods.
The remains of a woman who was last seen nearly nine years ago were found in St. Cloud, Minnesota, police say.
A Wisconsin woman who admitted to stabbing a classmate to appease the fictional character Slender Man will have to wait a little longer to move into a group home.
Both Minnesota and Wisconsin were hit by tornadoes during Monday night's severe storms, the National Weather Service confirmed.
Prosecutors have reduced a felony misconduct charge against a former Wisconsin prison warden implicated in two inmate deaths to a misdemeanor.
As many parts of Minnesota are now either in active severe weather warnings or tornado watches, a number of schools in Minnesota have already announced early closures and pulled the plug on after-school activities.
Sammy is always looking for an adventure. But that's a challenge too, because as part of his autism elopement, he'll just take off running. Last Monday, Sammy got away from his grandma, got through an open door, and headed right for the woods.
A new Twin Cities nonprofit is embracing the words "when you look good, you feel good."
The local organization Vietnamese Community of Minnesota held a somber, but sunny event Saturday at the Minnesota State Capitol to commemorate 50 years since April 30, 1975 — when the Vietnam War ended.
In Minnesota, Native Americans and American Indians are 30 times more likely to experience homelessness than their white counterparts, according to state data.
The 17 crop art portraits on display depict themes of civic engagement, justice and community.
"Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know?" President Trump said Wednesday.
After more than a decade of ups and downs, Rice Creek Commons in Arden Hills is officially underway.
The former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant in Ramsey County has sat vacant for years, but Arden Hills city leaders say that someday the 472-acre plot of land will transform into a place where people can live, work and play — and this is just the beginning.
Mohsen Mahdawi was taken into custody on April 16 when he went to his U.S. citizenship interview in Vermont.
For the past 50 years, Camp Ripley in Little Falls has been home to the Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum. In this web extra, WCCO's Pauleen Le and photojournalist Arthur Philips take us along for a look inside its archives ahead of the museum's massive transformation. Watch Le's documentary, "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota," on WCCO.com and on our YouTube channel.
Hail and strong winds can wreak havoc on trees.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
While 4/20 is a celebratory time for her, My Little CBD Co., owner Lynn Bialick said she is surprised at how long it's taking just to set up a cannabis marketplace.
Target's chief executive officer has met with the Rev. Al Sharpton, whose civil rights organization has encouraged consumers to avoid U.S. retailers that scaled backed their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A Minnesota company is offering the chance to own never-before-seen pieces of music history.
As Minneapolis police were investigating a triple-fatal shooting in south Minneapolis, another fatal shooting broke out three blocks away.
Three people were killed and two more were hurt in a shooting late Tuesday night in Minneapolis that police said may have been gang-related.
An Iowa judge has released a portion of a search warrant connected to the disappearance of an Iowa news anchor.
A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday.
A memo from Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty's office said that "proposed resolutions should consider the person charged as a whole person, including their racial identity and age."
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Republicans at the State Capitol say they want to end the program, in large part because of the cost to taxpayers. But Democrats — as well as hospitals, doctors and nurses — are lobbying to keep the benefit.
In Minnesota, Native Americans and American Indians are 30 times more likely to experience homelessness than their white counterparts, according to state data.
It's only the second case in the state this year, following 70 cases in 2024 — the second highest total in the past 15 years.
In 2019, city officials in Northfield, Minnesota said the town's water supply tested for high levels of manganese.
The Minnesota State Fair continues to round out its 2025 Grandstand lineup, with country star Hank Williams Jr. as the latest announcement.
After a lengthy delay, the much-anticipated musical stage adaptation of Prince's beloved 1984 movie and album "Purple Rain" is finally set to make its world debut this fall in downtown Minneapolis.
A series of timeless movie trailers has inspired a Minnesota filmmaker to produce a documentary about their history.
Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
Meghan Trainor will perform at the Grandstand this year, the Minnesota State Fair announced.
The Minnesota Vikings and edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel have reached an agreement on a one-year, $23 million contract extension coming off his first Pro Bowl selection and a career-high 11 1/2 sacks last season.
There have been a lot of questions around Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy this offseason. He himself has no doubts about his future with the team.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Kyle Manzardo homered to right field to lead off the ninth inning as the Cleveland Guardians snapped a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Brett Howden scored 4:05 into overtime Tuesday night to give the Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild and put Vegas one game away from advancing out of the Western Conference first round.
2025 is the first year Minnesota is providing undocumented workers with the state health insurance.
Republicans at the State Capitol say they want to end the program, in large part because of the cost to taxpayers. But Democrats — as well as hospitals, doctors and nurses — are lobbying to keep the benefit.
Minnesota Democratic state Sen. Alice Mann, an ER physician, talks with Esme Murphy about criticism of her law which provides health care to undocumented Minnesotans.
This is the first year of a Minnesota law that provides undocumented workers with health insurance, which Republican lawmakers say has already spiraled out of control.
Minnesota legalized recreational marijuana in 2023, and at the time the state said stores could be open as early as March of this year, but the licensing for retail cannabis shops continues to be delayed.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
Tulip season is just beginning in Minnesota, a sign of incoming warmth.
With road work back in full swing, enforcement of work zone laws is increasing, too.
Electrical currents travel in an instant, but the effort to ensure that electricity is generated in a carbon-free way is a years-long journey.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
A sure sign of spring might be flowing outside your home starting Wednesday. Streets will be soaked, but it won't be thanks to Mother Nature — fire hydrants are getting flushed.
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well.
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast, including a look ahead towards the weekend where you can expect temperatures to reach nearly 80 degrees by Sunday.
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.
Light rain moves through the Twin Cities midday Thursday, with a gorgeous weekend to follow, says meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
The Twin Cities will see highs in the upper 60s on Wednesday ahead of some possible Thursday showers, says meteorologist Lisa Meadow.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says light rain moves through midday Thursday for the metro area, with highs in the mid 60s. Next week brings with it a chance for an 80-degree day.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast, including a look ahead towards the weekend where you can expect temperatures to reach nearly 80 degrees by Sunday.
After more than a decade of back and forth, Arden Hills has finally broken ground on a special project. WCCO's Beret Leone explains.
A new bill making its way to the Minnesota Senate floor would make tweaks to earned sick and safe time, a law that requires employers to give workers paid time off if they're sick or they're child is sick, amongst several other newer laws. WCCO's Caroline Cummings explains why.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara addressed the media Wednesday afternoon with updates on a deadly mass shooting that took place Tuesday night. WCCO's Jason Rantala reports.
A bakery on St. Paul’s Grand Avenue is bustling, thanks to baking methods from back in the day.