Vaccine Clinic To Be Held Outside U.S. Bank Stadium Ahead Of Rolling Stones Concert
Ahead of the Rolling Stones concert at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, there'll be a vaccine clinic outside the downtown Minneapolis landmark.
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Ahead of the Rolling Stones concert at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, there'll be a vaccine clinic outside the downtown Minneapolis landmark.
Right now, the free tests are being done at sites in St. Paul, Crookston, Hutchinson, Moorhead and Stillwater. Two more locations will be added tomorrow in Brooklyn Park and Duluth.
The small-town family doctor angling to become Minnesota's next governor smiled, leaned into the camera and told his Facebook viewers that Sweden had just paused the Moderna vaccine for people under age 30 over "significant concern" about heart inflammation.
Unvaccinated Minnesotans are 15 times more likely to require hospitalization for COVID-19 and 30 times more likely to die from the disease than unvaccinated residents, Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said Wednesday.
The hospital says anyone who schedules a COVID test at any of their clinics will receive a kit to perform their own testing. This option is for those who want only a test and not a scheduled visit to the clinic.
Minnesota's latest rolling seven-day average positivity rate appears to have reached a plateau for the moment, now at 8.3%. The line for high risk is drawn at 10%. There are also a reported 49.9 daily new cases per 100,000 Minnesota residents, which also represents what could be the start of a downward trend.
According to the Minnesota Department of Health's daily update, the state's total positive cases have risen to 763,915 since the pandemic began, with 8,457 deaths attributed to the virus.
Children who complete their vaccine series before the end of November will get a $200 Visa gift card and a shot at a $100,000 college scholarship, Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday.
The latest figures bring the total case count to 758,252, and 8,436 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19.
It could be a big week in the fight against COVID-19.
With COVID-19 cases rising, and flu season officially here, a local program is freeing up beds by discharging patients earlier or helping them avoid the hospital altogether.
Due to the recent rise of COVID-19 cases, Gov. Tim Walz announced a new plan to mobilize the National Guard to assist at local long-term care facilities and open new rapid testing sites across the state.
Hospitals like North Memorial Medical Center are treating COVID-19 patients as case numbers continue to climb around the state. Currently, the Delta variant is surging.
Total ICU bed usage among COVID-19 patients is at 255. Additionally, there are currently 728 COVID-19 patients being hospitalized in non-ICU beds. Many hospitals in the state are reporting being stretched close to capacity as these figures continue to remain high.
Minnesota ranked as the 26th safest state, sandwiched between fellow Midwestern states Kansas and South Dakota.
Live music is back in the Twin Cities. But fans may not know that many venues have their COVID-19 protocols set by the artist that's coming to town.
According to the Minnesota Department of Health's daily update, the state's total positive cases have risen to 749,144 since the pandemic began, with 8,354 deaths attributed to the virus.
Nearly 200 Minnesota health care workers filed a lawsuit in September challenging the requirement from President Joe Biden's administration that all workers in most health settings get vaccinated or lose their jobs. The workers argued the lack of alternatives infringes on their rights.
Starting early next month, anyone fully vaccinated can enter the U.S. by land, regardless of their reason for travel.
With children back in school after more than a year of distance learning, there are a lot of viruses going around. Experts say the best way to know whether or not your child's cold-like symptoms are COVID is to test for it.
According to the Minnesota Department of Health's daily update, the state's total positive cases have risen to 746,768 since the pandemic began, with 8,330 deaths attributed to the virus. About 16,700 tests have been newly processed.
Minnesota health officials reported Monday 3,223 new cases of COVID-19 and 25 more deaths. Meanwhile, the number of people battling the virus in ICU beds is the highest it's been this year.
Nationally, COVID-19 cases are down 20% in the last 14 days, but in Minnesota cases are up more than 30%. Much of the increase is because of a surge in cases here in children.
The job market was red-hot this summer, but it's cooling off significantly. Across the nation, there are around 11 million openings, including more than 1 million adding in July alone.
Health officials on Friday reported 3,661 new cases of COVID-19 and 20 deaths, as the state's average positivity rate rises to 7.6%.
Several surrounding fire departments responded to smoke and fire coming from a home in Savage, Minnesota, Tuesday afternoon. The damaged roof is now covered in a blue tarp contains solar panels.
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there were seven boating fatalities in the state last year and 35 recorded nonfatal incidents.
Countless hearings with dozens of witnesses and whistleblowers detailing Minnesota's fraud crisis are now summed up in an 80+ page report by the state's GOP-led Fraud Prevention and Oversight Committee.
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Several surrounding fire departments responded to smoke and fire coming from a home in Savage, Minnesota, Tuesday afternoon. The damaged roof is now covered in a blue tarp contains solar panels.
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there were seven boating fatalities in the state last year and 35 recorded nonfatal incidents.
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
As many workers search for stability, one Minneapolis technical college program is opening doors.
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there were seven boating fatalities in the state last year and 35 recorded nonfatal incidents.
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Police in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, say one of their K-9s attacked another dog Tuesday night, causing "significant injury" to the pet.
Nine central Minnesota men were arrested Monday and are facing drug conspiracy charges following a monthslong cocaine distribution investigation.
A golf course in central Minnesota is offering a $2,000 reward for information about who cut down a 100-year-old tree on its grounds.
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
You may have heard of Give to the Max Day, where people donate millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofits and organizations across Minnesota on a single day. That idea has spread to western Wisconsin, called Give Big Valleys.
Federal prosecutors say a small-town Wisconsin police chief tried to help California gun dealers import illegal armor-piercing rounds from Europe.
Local and federal law enforcement are investigating after nearly 50 firearms and "a large quantity of ammunition" were stolen from a sporting goods store in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said Friday.
Somali and Muslim leaders in Minnesota played a threatening voicemail at a public gathering Friday, saying businesses in their community are being targeted with messages warning of death.
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
Moses Cooper, who has cerebral palsy, met running partner Mark Hulsey through My Team Triumph Minnesota two years ago and the pair qualified for the Boston Marathon at Grandma's Marathon last summer.
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.
Countless hearings with dozens of witnesses and whistleblowers detailing Minnesota's fraud crisis are now summed up in an 80+ page report by the state's GOP-led Fraud Prevention and Oversight Committee.
Two years of digging into Minnesota's fraud crisis revealed a multi billion dollar problem. The state Republican-led Fraud Committee released its final report Wednesday. As Jeff Wagner reports, not everyone agrees with its findings.
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
With more Americans opting to drive rather than fly amid higher costs, South Dakota tourism officials say the state is well-positioned as a regional road trip destination.
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints.
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
A Minneapolis man who owned a grocery store is accused in a $1.14 million scheme in which he would allegedly make purchases using other people's EBT cards and sell the products on his shelves.
Nine central Minnesota men were arrested Monday and are facing drug conspiracy charges following a monthslong cocaine distribution investigation.
A 38-year-old Columbia Heights, Minnesota, man is accused of shooting a woman in the neck on a roadway in the northern Twin Cities metro over the weekend.
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Dr. Gianrico Farrugia has led Mayo Clinic since 2019, and the organization said it was his decision to "complete his tenure at the end of this year."
Twin Cities emergency room physicians, nurses and technicians made an emotional plea Tuesday for lawmakers to do something about Minnesota's gun laws.
The Minnesota Department of Health said Tuesday afternoon that it is monitoring a person who was potentially exposed to someone who tested positive for hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Hundreds of nurses at North Memorial Health's Maple Grove Hospital have voted to approve an unfair labor practice strike, their union announced Tuesday.
Dave Ryan announced Wednesday that May 22 will be his last day at KDWB, ending a 33-year run at the Twin Cities station.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are calling their Aug. 29 show "Homecoming: A Celebration of the Minneapolis Sound."
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The Minnesota Star Tribune was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for breaking news for its coverage of a mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that killed two children and injured more than a dozen others.
Mononymous country music star Hardy is set to kick off the final weekend of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair.
The San Francisco 49ers will host the Minnesota Vikings for a game in Mexico City this fall, National Football League officials confirmed Wednesday.
Natasha Howard had 14 points and 11 rebounds, Nia Coffey made a wide-open 3-pointer with 25.6 seconds left for a four-point lead, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 88-84 on Tuesday night.
Victor Wembanyama atoned for his first career ejection with another huge performance, finishing with 27 points, 17 rebounds and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 lead in their second-round series.
The Montreal Victoire are heading to their first Walter Cup final as they defeated the two-time defending champion Minnesota Frost 2-1 at Place Bell on Tuesday night in the fifth and deciding game of their Professional Women's Hockey League semifinal.
Bailey Ober threw a two-hitter for his first career shutout, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 3-0 victory over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night in their series opener.
Amy Klobuchar is putting her gubernatorial campaign into high gear. She faces no significant opposition in the race for the DFL endorsement and her existing record of statewide wins is formidable.
The legislation establishes a list of requirements aimed at improving transparency and reducing conflicts within HOAs. Minnesota estimates that 25% of its residents live in an HOA, and 82% of new homes are built within one.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dana Ohman, an attorney who handles HOA disputes, about some of the most common questions homeowners have.
Sen. Tina Smith is using her last months in office to vocally campaign for progressive and environmental causes. She hopes that a progressive will succeed her when Minnesotans go to the polls next November.
For nearly 50 years, Farmamerica has been sowing agricultural knowledge near Waseca, Minnesota.
The carillon has 56 bells, and the Mayo Clinic said that makes it one of the largest instruments in the world and the largest instrument in Minnesota.
When you think of masterful, memorable works of art, grain elevators don't typically come to mind. But in towns across the country, including in Minnesota, they're becoming an unlikely canvas for creativity.
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.
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
More people than the entire population of Minneapolis, or half a million, were estimated to go fishing in Minnesota this past weekend. WCCO looks at how the tradition stacks up with other outdoor events that keep the state's economy running.
A deadly virus that's killed cruise ship passengers can be traced to small critters found hiding in homes.
So far this decade, the Twin Cities metro has, on average, added about 17,000 housing units per year, according to data from the Metropolitan Council.
A symbolic change is bothering some Minnesotans. Now their local leaders are listening; several cities are voting to fly the old state flag instead of the new one. While it was a drastic redesign, it wasn't the first.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it'll be warm again tomorrow but the wind will pick up.
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 could bring showers and a few thunderstorms to the metro Thursday, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Temperatures are expected to reach the 80s Friday and possibly again Saturday, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Enjoy a sunny, warm #Top10WxDay before storms and stronger winds return.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it'll be warm again tomorrow but the wind will pick up.
With this nice weather you're probably itching to get out on the lake. But just this week, two men were killed in separate boat accidents in northern Minnesota. Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn and Frankie Mclister have important reminders of how you can stay safe on the water.
A family forced to make a fire escape once flames started shooting out of their rooftop solar panel! Solar panel fires are rare but Jason Rantala found there is one way they can spark danger.
Two years of digging into Minnesota's fraud crisis revealed a multi billion dollar problem. The state Republican-led Fraud Committee released its final report Wednesday. As Jeff Wagner reports, not everyone agrees with its findings.
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.