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The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a free speech fight over California's attempt to regulate anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers.
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The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a free speech fight over California's attempt to regulate anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers.
A 17-year-old girl called police after escaping from her family's home where she and her 12 brothers and sisters were locked up in filthy conditions, some so malnourished officers at first believed all were children even though seven are adults.
Mourners lit prayer candles and left flowers as a makeshift memorial for the victims after shedding tears, hugs and prayers during the vigil outside the Santa Barbara County courthouse.
The death toll at the scene of devastating mudslides in a Southern California community rose to 20 Sunday as the list of those still missing shrunk to four.
The death toll from the mudslides that struck Southern California climbed to 15 on Wednesday as rescue crews searched for anyone trapped, injured or dead in the onslaught that smashed homes and swept away cars.
From a pot shop in Santa Cruz that hung a banner proclaiming "Prohibition is Over!" to one in San Diego handing out T-shirts showing the first moon landing and declaring a "giant leap for mankind," the Golden State turned a shade greener with its first sales of recreational marijuana.
The same vicious winds that turned three Southern California wildfires into destructive dynamos were also making the firefight more difficult.
"She was very happy to see us," Weaver said of Izzy, a 9-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog. "She's such a brave dog. She was panting a lot and clearly stressed. But she was not frantic or anything."
The initial stages of the review found women earned less than men in nearly every job classification.
A California man is holding a winning Lotto ticket worth $5 million. But, the state won't let him cash it in.
A banner that now says "Auction, take a wench for a bride" will be changed to "Auction, Surrender yer loot."
Authorities say a 14-year-old girl from Detroit Lakes died Wednesday after falling nearly 50 feet while hiking in northern California.
Ruben Gutierrez did not hesitate. A day after his 7-year-old grandson's good friend was gunned down in a classroom at their school, he took the boy right back to the small San Bernardino campus of North Park Elementary, even though school was closed.
From new immigration guidelines to deadly storms in California, here are the four stories to know for Wednesday, Feb. 22.
Mama was stolen from her owner in Oakland, California, a year and a half ago.
Ten California district attorneys led by Alameda County D.A. Nancy O'Malley Monday announced an approximately $1 million settlement of allegations that a Minnesota pillow company engaged in false and misleading advertising.
The path to the campus shooting death of a UCLA professor began nearly 2,000 miles away in Minnesota.
Classes resume Thursday on the campus of UCLA following a murder-suicide that left a professor dead.
Learn five secrets to making the perfect French Macaron.
A Minnesota man who ran a nationwide investment con has been sentenced to 35 years in a California prison.
The Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley flew them here because of an overpopulation problem in California. Most are healthy for adoption, but some are euthanized in California because of the overcrowding.
Quite a crowd gathered at a store that sold one of the three winning Powerball tickets Wednesday night. Three winners were confirmed in Wednesday's Powerball. The winners were from California, Tennessee and Florida.
A brief profile of five of the best luxury resorts in California
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says new cases have been reported in California, New York and Ohio. Cases were reported in Minnesota earlier, while the majority of illnesses have been in Oregon and Washington.
General Mills is recalling 1.8 million boxes of Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios produced at a plant in Lodi, California, saying the cereal is labeled gluten-free but actually contains wheat.
Tristan Muyumba scored a goal for the third straight game and Atlanta United beat Minnesota United 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Developers said they wanted to hear from residents about what they want to see in their neighborhood. Residents, however, said they came to the meeting expecting more information from the developers.
For five generations, one family has run the Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours along the St. Croix River.
Twin Metals Vice President Dean DeBeltz says their estimates show the copper-nickel mine would create hundreds of union jobs.
The shooting happened on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive in Eagan on the evening of July 11.
Developers said they wanted to hear from residents about what they want to see in their neighborhood. Residents, however, said they came to the meeting expecting more information from the developers.
The shooting happened on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive in Eagan on the evening of July 11.
It's the latest blow for a business that weathered not only COVID-19 but the murder of George Floyd and the unrest that followed.
A man was arrested Tuesday night after shooting at a Ramsey County deputy's car and then leading authorities on a chase through the Twin Cities, authorities said.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, man tried to kill Eagan police officers by firing at them while they attempted to subdue him during a domestic disturbance call, charges filed Tuesday allege.
For five generations, one family has run the Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours along the St. Croix River.
Twin Metals Vice President Dean DeBeltz says their estimates show the copper-nickel mine would create hundreds of union jobs.
Sarah Kallal said she worked with other parents and the Forward New Prague Foundation to raise $14,000 for the mascot costume. But on Monday, she got a phone call from the costume company explaining that they needed an extra $7,000.
An 81-year-old woman is dead after two motorcycles collided on westbound Highway 60 in Blue Earth County Tuesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Highway 15 is closed in both directions between 170th and Main streets, about 5 miles south of New Ulm.
The crash happened at approximately 7:12 a.m. on westbound I-94 at milepost 13 in St. Croix County near Roberts, Wisconsin, according to the State Patrol.
Wisconsin residents headed to the polls Tuesday — or voted early — to have their say in the 2026 primary. Here are live results.
Progressive candidates for governor in Wisconsin and U.S. Senate in Minnesota are making their final pushes ahead of Tuesday's election.
Authorities have released the name of the Madison police officer who shot and killed a 38-year-old Black man last month in Wisconsin's capital city, Madison.
David Crowley, backed by Gov. Tony Evers, faces democratic socialist Francesca Hong in a Wisconsin primary that could signal how far left the Democratic Party is willing to go.
Crews in St. Paul, Minnesota, are clearing out the city's largest encampment on Wednesday.
After officials in Minnesota's capital city announced they would shut down encampments for those experiencing homelessness, the City Council approved more than $1 million to expand capacity at local shelters.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
Mike Lindell, the MyPillow founder who finished a distant second in the Aug. 11 Republican primary for governor, says he will personally pay for a hand recount and audit of every paper ballot cast in that race, at an estimated cost of $825,000.
At a morning hearing for Elon Musk's company and the state of Minnesota, the judge said he would expedite his review and will likely inform the parties of next steps on Monday.
Mike Lindell, the MyPillow founder who finished a distant second to Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the Aug. 11 Republican primary for governor, announced Wednesday that he will personally pay for a hand recount and audit of every paper ballot cast in that race, at an estimated cost of $825,000.
Elon Musk is fighting the state of Minnesota over the new state law, and the Department of Justice is taking his side.
There was no decision Wednesday on xAI's request for a judge to temporarily block Minnesota's ban on AI "nudification."
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison released nearly 700 documents Wednesday in his office's investigation into Fleet Farm, alleging the company "ignored an internal warning" about selling firearms to a "straw buyer."
Target is reporting its second straight quarter of comparable sales gains, saying a merchandising overhaul under the discount retailer's new CEO was attracting more customers.
For generations of Minnesotans, the Dayton's Santa Bear has been a holiday tradition.
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
Parents will be digging deeper into their wallets this back-to-school season.
The shooting happened on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive in Eagan on the evening of July 11.
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison released nearly 700 documents Wednesday in his office's investigation into Fleet Farm, alleging the company "ignored an internal warning" about selling firearms to a "straw buyer."
A man was arrested Tuesday night after shooting at a Ramsey County deputy's car and then leading authorities on a chase through the Twin Cities, authorities said.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, man tried to kill Eagan police officers by firing at them while they attempted to subdue him during a domestic disturbance call, charges filed Tuesday allege.
Maybe you've experienced the "Sunday scaries" which is when you worry about the looming work week or wish you could have accomplished more over the weekend. The "August blues" create similar feelings, one being regret.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Back-to-back tainted food outbreaks have a lot of people asking what's safe to bring home from the grocery store.
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
The system uses light tracing and more than 1,500 data points to create a personalized treatment plan.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
WCCO is tracking everything you can go out and do 4 Your Weekend, including a slate of county fairs.
Tristan Muyumba scored a goal for the third straight game and Atlanta United beat Minnesota United 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Kody Clemens and Brooks Lee had RBI singles in the seventh inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Atlanta Braves 6-4 on Wednesday to sweep the three-game series.
Day one of the joint practices with the Baltimore Ravens is in the books. The day ended well for the Vikings' offense.
Josh Bell hit a two-run homer, Ryan Jeffers drove in Minnesota's other two runs, and the Twins beat the Atlanta Braves 4-1.
Drake Lindsey gives the Minnesota Gophers a reliable quarterback to center their offense around after a promising first season as the starter.
In the aftermath of the primary, Republicans in Minnesota are more optimistic about their November chances than they ever have been.
In the aftermath of the primary, Republicans in Minnesota are more optimistic about their November chances than they ever have been.
The candidates for the Minnesota general election are all set, and the campaigns are shifting into a higher gear.
The Minnesota primary is Tuesday, with the final barrage of political ads in overdrive and candidates making their final pitches.
The Minnesota primary is Tuesday, with the final barrage of political ads in overdrive and candidates making their final pitches.
For five generations, one family has run the Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours along the St. Croix River.
Keith Richardson is a home brewer and beer memorabilia collector. His collection got so big that, two years ago, he moved everything into an old toy store near downtown Lanesboro and opened the Hammarama Museum and Gift Shop.
Passing trains and scenic bluffs are a big part of Buffalo County, Wisconsin, but in the middle of it all is a garden where creativity and flowers grow together, all courtesy of a man named Herman Rusch.
Thousands of pictures of Split Rock Lighthouse are taken each year. And oftentimes a little island appears in those photos. Ellingsen Island has developed a following of its own.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Maybe you've experienced the "Sunday scaries" which is when you worry about the looming work week or wish you could have accomplished more over the weekend. The "August blues" create similar feelings, one being regret.
As if the constant barrage of political ads wasn't enough, some WCCO viewers are particularly bothered by the language candidates are using.
There's a certain elegance to the common loon. Its black and white plumage carries a gentle sheen of green as though dressed for a formal affair. Subtle colors that allow its piercing red eyes to steal your gaze.
Parents will be digging deeper into their wallets this back-to-school season.
Minnesotans have become quite familiar with drought in recent years. Not only how it affects the water supply, but also the rules that can come with it.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says there is a slight risk for severe storms tomorrow afternoon.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be warm and a bit humid until a cold front arrives.
Thursday will be warm and a bit humid in the Twin Cities ahead of scattered showers and possible storms, says meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Stable and seasonable weather settles back in for the weekend, with warmer temperatures returning next week, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says there is a slight risk for severe storms tomorrow afternoon.
For five generations, one family has run the Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours. In this week’s Finding Minnesota, WCCO's John Lauritsen shows us how they’ve guided visitors down the St. Croix River for 120 years.
Minnesota's governor just issued an executive order to ban mining near the Boundary Waters, a location with pristine waters and forests but also strategic metals underground. Who's been eyeing that area in the first place? Twin Metals is the local arm of Chilean mining giant Antofagasta. The Ely-based company proposed an underground copper-nickel mine here in 2019. WCCO's Erin Hassanzadeh spoke with Twin Metals earlier this spring about why northern Minnesota is a prime spot for a much-needed project.
Minnesota's data center debate is now hitting downtown Minneapolis. A Virginia-based data center developer has agreed to buy the old Star Tribune printing plant in the North Loop. Neighbors have many questions about what this could mean for the area. Ubah was at the meeting.
The Baltimore Ravens are in town this week to practice alongside and with the Vikings, ahead of their preseason game this Saturday. Ren Clayton has a recap of what happened in day one.