Dream end Lynx's 14-game home winning streak with 90-86 win
Brittney Griner scored a season-high 22 points and the hot-shooting Atlanta Dream handed the Minnesota Lynx their first loss in 15 home games this season 90-86.
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Brittney Griner scored a season-high 22 points and the hot-shooting Atlanta Dream handed the Minnesota Lynx their first loss in 15 home games this season 90-86.
Napheesa Collier scored a playoff career-high 38 points and the Minnesota Lynx blew a 23-point lead before rallying late to beat the Phoenix Mercury 102-95 on Sunday in Game 1 of a best-of-three series.
Kahleah Copper buried a 3-pointer with less than a second remaining, scoring 34 points to rally Phoenix to an 81-80 victory over the Western Conference-leading Minnesota Lynx in Brittney Griner's return to the Mercury.
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
Napheesa Collier led a balanced attack with 12 points and 12 rebounds and the Minnesota Lynx defeated the struggling Phoenix Mercury 75-64.
Diamond Miller battled foul trouble but finished with 25 points and five steals — both career highs — and Napheesa Collier added 16 points and nine rebounds to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 86-76.
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.
Jennifer Coolidge became a fan favorite on "The White Lotus," a role that coincided with the resurgence of her career, and has gained a massive following.
"Every American who is taken is ours to fight for and every American returned is a win for us all," the Griners said.
Griner hit the court at Fort Sam in Houston, where she is undergoing medical evaluations and spending time with family, her agent said.
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
The State Department this summer added a risk indicator to its travel advisories for Russia and several countries.
Cherelle Griner told the "CBS Mornings" co-host she got a call from the White House about a week ago saying they were "feeling optimistic."
The Russian arms dealer has been released from U.S. prison in a one-for-one swap to free WNBA star Brittney Griner, a U.S. official confirmed.
"How do you continue to survive ... when you know that your government has failed twice to free you from a foreign prison?" he said in a statement.
Many are giving a sigh of relief Thursday, as President Joe Biden announced WNBA star Brittney Griner's safe return to the United States.
Mike Braun, the former chief of operations for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, told 60 Minutes in 2010 that Viktor Bout was "in my eyes is one of the most dangerous men on the face of the Earth."
President Biden said WNBA star Brittney Griner is in "good spirits" and heading home after the U.S. secured her release Thursday in an extraordinary one-for-one prisoner swap for international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
"Brittney will soon be back in the arms of her loved ones and she should have been there all along," the president said.
The White House confirmed WNBA basketball star Brittney Griner has been freed from a Russian prison in a prisoner exchange.
Griner was sentenced to nine years in prison after being convicted for possession of a small quantity of cannabis oil.
Griner has been sentenced for drug possession after vape canisters containing cannabis oil were found in her luggage.
A Russian court has set a date for American basketball star Brittney Griner's appeal against her nine-year prison sentence for drug possession.
As the WNBA star's lawyers appeal her 9-year jail sentence, a Russian official has confirmed ongoing talks with the U.S. about a potential prisoner swap.
The White House has urged Russia to accept its offer of a deal for the release of Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan
Sophie Hart scored 17 points, Amaya Battle added 10 of her 16 points in the second half and No. 22 Minnesota beat Illinois 78-73 in the regular-season finale for both teams to clinch a double-bye in the Big Ten Tournament.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
A big hockey fan now owns an iconic piece of the Minnesota Wild.
Minneapolis police need help solving a brutal attack that left a 45-year-old man in a coma.
Operation Metro Surge ended around mid-February, and there has been a significant drawdown of federal agents, but the need for rent and grocery assistance remains high.
A big hockey fan now owns an iconic piece of the Minnesota Wild.
Minneapolis police need help solving a brutal attack that left a 45-year-old man in a coma.
Operation Metro Surge ended around mid-February, and there has been a significant drawdown of federal agents, but the need for rent and grocery assistance remains high.
The sheriff's office says 38 people were cited and released, and one person was jailed for riot.
A former Oakdale, Minnesota, police officer has been sentenced to one year of probation for misconduct after he failed to report he had been making repeated calls to a person with known mental health issues while on duty.
The East Range Police Department says Sgt. Cody Siebert's death was unexpected.
The National Weather Service says Saturday's band of snow left behind about 4 to 6 inches of light, fluffy snow.
The U.S. and Israel announced a major military operation against Iran early Saturday. President Trump threatened the Iranian government for weeks over their nuclear program and Iran's violent crackdown on protesters in January.
Wintery weather returns this weekend.
A 69-year-old man has been arrested after a Lakeville, Minnesota, woman's death was ruled a homicide, the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office said Friday.
A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.
People from across the nation are traveling to the Twin Cities, but not as tourists. Many want to learn in person from Minnesota protestors to bring that knowledge back to their own cities.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
The first of the month marks a strenuous time for some, especially immigrant families who need to pay rent. These costs were covered as donations came pouring in to mutual aid groups at a high rate in January, when Operation Metro Surge was unfolding in Minnesota. WCCO's Marielle Mohs checks in on where those donations and the need stand now.
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
March will be pivotal as Minnesotans attempt to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud. The federal government says it is withholding $259 million in Medicaid funding and that the state has 60 days to prove that it has rooted out fraud in existing programs. The commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Shireen Gandhi, joins Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
CBS News has learned that the casualties occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
On Friday, hundreds of leaders from Minnesota food banks and food shelves came together in Brooklyn Center. Their goal is to find the best ways to help hungry families in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, and while food prices remain high.
Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.
Consumers are urged to stop using the pressure cookers and dispose of them immediately.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.
Minneapolis police need help solving a brutal attack that left a 45-year-old man in a coma.
A former Oakdale, Minnesota, police officer has been sentenced to one year of probation for misconduct after he failed to report he had been making repeated calls to a person with known mental health issues while on duty.
A 25-year-old man reached a deal to plead guilty to first-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of a 17-year-old girl in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, last summer.
The man who killed two and wounded 14 also had photos of Iranian leaders in his home, a source said.
A teenager who has admitted to shooting and killing another teen in Minneapolis, for now, is not expected to spend any time in an adult prison. The family of the victim is distraught.
Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.
The Minnesota Department of Health said there have been 10 reported cases in the state so far this year. There were five cases as of the last update, which came on Feb. 19.
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz laid out his anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday, one day after the White House paused $259 million in federal Medicaid payments to the state until a comprehensive action plan is laid out to fight fraud.
Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration will "temporarily halt" some Medicaid funding to the state of Minnesota over fraud concerns.
Hennepin County leaders, along with top brass from Minneapolis' Hennepin County Medical Center, opened the books in front of a panel of Minnesota senators Wednesday.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
As a musician and performer, Prince showed a generation that being different wasn't a liability. Now, an author and illustrator are telling the story of Prince's life in a new children's book.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Sophie Hart scored 17 points, Amaya Battle added 10 of her 16 points in the second half and No. 22 Minnesota beat Illinois 78-73 in the regular-season finale for both teams to clinch a double-bye in the Big Ten Tournament.
Ann-Renée Desbiens made 17 saves for her fourth shutout of the season and the Montreal Victoire beat the Minnesota Frost 4-0 on Sunday to take the PWHL lead.
Bobby Durkin, Cade Tyson and Langston Reynolds combined to score 65 points to lead Minnesota past UCLA 78-73 on Saturday.
Kelvin Yeboah's rebound goal and Drake Callender's four saves gave Minnesota United FC a 1-0 win over Cincinnati FC on Saturday.
The Wild were taken down by the Utah Mammoth 5-2 on Friday night to end Minnesota's winning streak at six games.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
In the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, a bill to make it easier for someone to sue the federal government is advancing at the Minnesota Capitol.
Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.
The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.
Traveling is already stressful, especially flying, but the deadly conflict south of the border might have some travelers second-guessing their upcoming trips.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.
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.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we will begin to warm tomorrow with some rain possible later in the evening.
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.
The National Weather Service says Saturday's band of snow left behind about 4 to 6 inches of light, fluffy snow.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says to expect a quiet, but cold end to the weekend before a warmup tomorrow.
Sunday will see highs in the 20s, but more sunshine is expected. We start the week warmer, climbing back into the 30s.
Minneapolis police need help solving a brutal attack that left a 45-year-old man in a coma.
A big hockey fan now owns an iconic piece of the Minnesota Wild.
A police officer and father of two suddenly died after a tragic diagnosis.
Some immigrant businesses in Minneapolis got a boost over the lunch hour Sunday.
That was one of dozens of arrests outside the Whipple Federal Building on Sunday. The tense moments followed what was a peaceful anti-ICE march.