DeSantis and Haley call each other liars in last debate before Iowa caucuses
A look at exchanges between the two candidates on abortion, immigration and the war in Ukraine.
A look at exchanges between the two candidates on abortion, immigration and the war in Ukraine.
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and other officials provided the latest on a shooting at a high school outside of Des Moines.
Iowa will not participate in a federal program that gives $40 per month to each child in a low-income family over the summer to help with food costs while school is out.
Nikki Haley has denounced Republican presidential rival Ron DeSantis in Iowa for campaigning in the state with Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie.
A former candidate in the Mississippi House of Representatives is accused of destroying a Satanic Temple display inside the Iowa Capital in Des Moines.
An Iowa man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for a drag-racing crash that killed a 4-year-old boy.
Donald Trump is calling for a show of strength in Iowa, arguing before big audiences that dominating in the Republican presidential caucuses in January would signal to voters around the country his strength in the November election next year.
Vivek Ramaswamy's presidential campaign says protesters upset about his remarks in opposition to aid for Ukraine purposely rammed his car in Iowa in retaliation, but police say there is no evidence to support the claim that the crash was intentional.
Donald Trump was back in Iowa to resume a fall push in the state that kicks off the Republican nomination calendar.
State restrictions on books that can be made available to Iowa students have prompted some Des Moines area school districts to post disclaimers on Little Free Libraries.
An Iowa teenager says he feared for his life when he fatally shot two fellow students at an alternative educational program for at-risk youth.
Voters in one Iowa county have rejected a GOP-appointed auditor who had previously made social media posts that questioned the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election, among other conspiracy theories.
There are hundreds of breweries represented on the jerseys of the thousands of cyclists on RAGBRAI, the annual bike ride across Iowa.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he would consider Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds as a potential running mate, should he win the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Paisley Gardner's parents didn't know what to think when she became obsessed with the smooth voice of 1970s soft rock legend Michael McDonald.
An investigation is underway after campers found what appears to be a human skull in a park near Des Moines, Iowa.
Former Vice President Mike Pence is taking on former President Trump.
Former President Donald Trump returns to the campaign trail Thursday as his chief rival for the GOP presidential nomination, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, is undertaking his first swing through early voting states as an official candidate.
An Iowa state panel has ruled that footage from the body cameras worn by Des Moines police officers when they shot and killed a 16-year-old boy will not be made public.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking to weaken former President Donald Trump's grip on the Republican Party as he courts voters in battleground Iowa.
A 56-year-old Iowa woman has been sentenced to five months in prison for entering the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection.
A federal judge says former U.S. Rep. Devin Nunes was not defamed by articles published by Esquire magazine about his family's Iowa dairy farm.
Many loyal Republicans in the state that kicks off the presidential nominating season insist they're open to White House hopefuls other than Donald Trump.
Iowa lawmakers have passed a sweeping education bill limiting instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation, requiring school administrators to notify parents if a student asks to use a new name or pronouns, and removing books depicting sex acts.
A 52-year-old Iowa man who shot his neighbor to death in a dispute over a lawnmower has been sentenced to 50 years in prison.
Three days after the fire, nothing remains but exposed ceilings and melted trophies. But inside one of these charred vehicles is a bible that was untouched, never burning in the fire.
Pablo Lopez pitched seven sparkling innings, Royce Lewis homered before leaving with an injury, and the Twins beat the Royals 4-1 to begin defense of their AL Central crown.
Matt Boldy broke a tie 18 seconds into the third period and the Minnesota Wild beat the NHL-worst San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Thursday to pick up a couple of points in their slim playoff bid.
Maryland is receiving an initial funding of $60 million from the federal government as the state works to clear the debris remaining from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting that injured one person Thursday afternoon in the Stevens Square neighborhood.
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting that injured one person Thursday afternoon in the Stevens Square neighborhood.
Authorities believe a man was impaired when he led state troopers on a slow-speed chase in the Twin Cities on Thursday.
A 19-year-old pleaded guilty to illegal possession of a machine gun in connection to an incident that ended with a stolen car crashing into a downtown St. Paul business.
A teenage girl has been charged with second-degree attempted murder in connection to the shooting of a Ramsey County deputy during a chase earlier this month.
A group of Chaska students is choosing to spend their spring break at school. That's because they're part of the robotics team that just qualified for the world finals.
Minnesota education officials on Thursday released the class of 2023's graduation rate data, which shows a slight decrease from the previous year.
Officials say a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze was traveling northbound on Highway 64 when it lost control in the slush and crossed the center lane, striking a semi traveling southbound.
Our weird winter and spring could mess with your plans this summer if you plan to spend it by a lake.
Rep. Zack Stephenson, DFL-Coon Rapids, the lead author on the bill legalizing cannabis, introduced a catch-all bill Wednesday with changes to the current law that includes several provisions brought forward at the capitol this year.
What is TikTok and why do some members of Congress want it banned? In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes the debate local, looking on the impacts a ban could have on Minnesota businesses.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Tuesday let stand a lower court ruling that declared some delivery drivers for Amazon were employees as the state argued, not independent contractors as the online retail giant contended.
Carlos Medina, 30, of El Paso, Texas, told coworkers he was getting cold but continued to work. His coworkers believe he may have entered a hypothermic state, losing hand mobility and strength a short time later.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has signed bipartisan bills designed to create a statewide electric vehicles charging network.
Wisconsin's top Republican is deriding supporters of former President Donald Trump who are trying to recall him from office.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court will decide if counties must release voter incompetency records.
An anchor of the LGBTQ+ community and Loring Park neighborhood in Minneapolis is getting a wealth of support after a devastating fire.
Shelters are getting ready for the snow that's coming for us
A 6-year-old is expected to be OK after being hit by a car in St. Paul. Police say she has a broken leg and other minor injures.
Our dry winter has not helped our drought, Sunday's expected snow should help but still not clear just how much.
DJ Mad Mardigan and a local teen cancer survivor have teamed up to encourage and support patients at Children's Masonic
A new role within the state's commerce department is focused solely on providing help to student loan borrowers, as Minnesotans with debt from their higher education have started repayment after a years-long pause.
Hunter Biden's attorneys argued Wednesday that the federal tax charges the president's son is facing in California are part of a prosecution fueled by politics.
Rep. Zack Stephenson, DFL-Coon Rapids, the lead author on the bill legalizing cannabis, introduced a catch-all bill Wednesday with changes to the current law that includes several provisions brought forward at the capitol this year.
Marijuana is legal for recreational use in Minnesota, but just how the state will roll out the new legal market by next year's target date is up for debate.
What is TikTok and why do some members of Congress want it banned? In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes the debate local, looking on the impacts a ban could have on Minnesota businesses.
What is TikTok and why do some members of Congress want it banned? In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes the debate local, looking on the impacts a ban could have on Minnesota businesses.
Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura, who has been a strong supporter of cannabis legalization, is launching his own edible brand on 4/20.
You have no doubt heard this before: Supporters say this year could be the year that the Minnesota Legislature legalizes sports betting.
As Minneapolis prepares for Uber and Lyft to skip town, several City Council members are hoping more discussions can keep the companies from leaving.
The PIIC said Thursday Island Peži will open in the next few months "subject to obtaining all necessary Tribal licensure and approval."
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting that injured one person Thursday afternoon in the Stevens Square neighborhood.
Authorities believe a man was impaired when he led state troopers on a slow-speed chase in the Twin Cities on Thursday.
A 19-year-old pleaded guilty to illegal possession of a machine gun in connection to an incident that ended with a stolen car crashing into a downtown St. Paul business.
A teenage girl has been charged with second-degree attempted murder in connection to the shooting of a Ramsey County deputy during a chase earlier this month.
A 33-year-old Bloomington woman has been charged for allegedly pointing a gun at an officer during a police chase in the west metro, according to a complaint filed in Carver County.
Regions Hospital in the east metro will soon be the home of enough live-saving machines that they will no longer have to turn patients away to seek care elsewhere.
Earlier this month, Olivia Munn revealed she had a double mastectomy following a breast cancer diagnosis. She's recovering and thankful it was discovered with the help of a breast cancer risk assessment score, which acts like a detailed questionnaire.
Minnesota medical cannabis patients would be able to grow up to 16 plants at home under a bill in the state legislature — double the amount allowed for adults under the new law legalizing marijuana for recreational use.
It's a diagnosis no one wants to hear, but as a healthy 35-year-old, cancer was nowhere near Chris Rodriguez's radar.
North Memorial Health in Robbinsdale says it's closing its outpatient mental health programs, and two neonatal intensive care hospitals, leaving more than 100 employees without a job.
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.
This is Diaz's second child with husband Benji Madden.
Bad Bunny fans were notified on Thursday morning that his Saturday concert at Target Center has been canceled.
Ex-Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider was accused of inappropriate and abusive behavior in the docuseries, "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV."
A British regulator is look into a report that the Princess of Wales' medical records may have been breached by a hospital worker.
Pablo Lopez pitched seven sparkling innings, Royce Lewis homered before leaving with an injury, and the Twins beat the Royals 4-1 to begin defense of their AL Central crown.
Matt Boldy broke a tie 18 seconds into the third period and the Minnesota Wild beat the NHL-worst San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Thursday to pick up a couple of points in their slim playoff bid.
The Minnesota Twins' young season is already off to a worrying start as star hitter Royce Lewis left Thursday's opener with an injury.
The St. Paul Saints canceled their home opener after a snowstorm dumped nearly a foot of snow across the metro earlier this week.
The Minnesota Twins on Thursday are facing off against the Kansas City Royals for the MLB Opening Day 2024. Here's the full lineup for the game.
What is TikTok and why do some members of Congress want it banned? In Talking Points, Esme Murphy takes the debate local, looking on the impacts a ban could have on Minnesota businesses.
You have no doubt heard this before: Supporters say this year could be the year that the Minnesota Legislature legalizes sports betting.
You have no doubt heard this before: Supporters say this year could be the year that the Minnesota Legislature legalizes sports betting. But now because of a new agreement that has support from charities, Minnesota tribes and key legislators, it’s possible it really could happen.
Thousands of Minnesota parents struggle with the soaring cost of child care. DFL lawmakers hope to ease some of that burden with child care reimbursements to those who qualify.
Thousands of Minnesota parents struggle with the soaring cost of child care. DFL Lawmakers hope to ease some of that burden with child care reimbursements to those who qualify. But Republicans say subsidizing families with that high an income is just wrong. Rep. Anne Neu Brindley of North Branch also points to state regulations that make it unappealing and expensive to run a day care.
It cost $85,000 to build St. Stan's — equivalent to about $100 million today. As the basilica approaches its 130th birthday, its biggest fans say they wouldn't change a thing.
Built in 1857, the stairs were originally wood. Around 1970, concrete replaced wood, but over time, that too crumbled.
You've heard of St. Patrick driving the snakes out of Ireland, but how about St. Urho driving the grasshoppers out of Finland?
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen explains how the idea behind Blondie's Butcher Shop began in the mountains out west.
As a kid, Derek Otteson loved hot rods and race cars, and he always thought his career would involve working with his hands. He never imagined that food trucks would be his focus.
There's a chance the recent storms will put a dent in the state's drought, but in recent years, drought has returned with vigor by late summer. That had us wondering: How long can droughts last, and what helps them persist? Good Question.
Earlier this month, Olivia Munn revealed she had a double mastectomy following a breast cancer diagnosis. She's recovering and thankful it was discovered with the help of a breast cancer risk assessment score, which acts like a detailed questionnaire.
If you thought spring has sprung, think again. Some call March Minnesota's second winter, but why do we often see a measurable snow storm in the month of March? Good Question.
Investment advisor Vanguard reports that 3.6% of workers took a hardship withdrawal from their 401(k) last year. That's a record high.
Soon homeowners and gardeners will be getting their hands dirty. Growing flowers, plants, and grass requires a dark and seemingly plentiful ingredient.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
State fire officials say a grass fire near Waseca is contained Monday morning after burning more than 1,000 acres.
The three Burnsville first responders who were killed in a shooting earlier this month were honored in a large public memorial on Wednesday.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
All of the wet weather over the past week has helped with the ongoing drought across Minnesota.
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 has your latest forecast...and he says that you can expect temperatures to stay in the 40's through next week. Our next chance for precipitation will be towards the end of the week, but that's also when temps will rise in to the 50s.
Our warming trend continues Friday, with temps hitting the mid-40s. There will be a bit of a breeze with showers developing.
Temps are warming and there will be some showers on Friday evening.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast...and he says that you can expect temperatures to stay in the 40's through next week. Our next chance for precipitation will be towards the end of the week, but that's also when temps will rise in to the 50s.
WCCO's John Lauritsen checks in with students from Chaska High School who are spending their spring break getting ready to compete for a world title in robotics.
WCCO's Caroline Cummings catches up with Metro State University graduate student, Emma Gabbert, about how imperative that Minnesota lawmakers are introducing a new program to help graduates navigate undergraduate debt and repay student loans.
WCCO's Jeff Wagner breaks down what caused the fire that destroyed the iconic 19 Bar in Minneapolis, but also the community's hope for its future.
WCCO's meteorologist Adam Del Rosso breaks down how last week's winter storm helped to relieve parts of Minnesota from drought.