Minnesotans can get $35/month insulin in settlement with Eli Lilly
Right now, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans could have the cost of a critical medication cut. Our Allen Henry digs into the deal designed to make insulin more affordable.
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Right now, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans could have the cost of a critical medication cut. Our Allen Henry digs into the deal designed to make insulin more affordable.
Minnesota has reached a settlement with Eli Lilly in a price-gouging lawsuit filed against the country's three biggest insulin manufacturers.
Esme Murphy explores how the out of pocket costs for these drugs is leaving some people broke.
Floyd's 99 Barbershop has teamed up with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to help support type 1 diabetes research.
An Elk River family is still processing what happened to both their kids in a matter of weeks.
Like many Minnesotans, the Warehams know how to savor a summer day. To get to the point of enjoying a day, they've pushed through an unimaginable spring.
Children's Minnesota is known for the top-tier care they offer kids when it comes to their physical health. But today we want to highlight what they're doing to support kids' mental health as well.
A number of companies who have produced Super Bowl ads for decades aren't doing it this year, but Nick Jonas, a Grammy Award-nominated pop star, is part of a campaign that is using humor and technology to raise awareness about diabetes.
A Minnesota House Democratic leader apologized Tuesday after a video showed him making an obscene gesture at a Republican lawmaker who was announcing a tentative deal on affordable insulin at the state Capitol.
The Alec Smith Emergency Insulin Affordability Act - which provides 30 days of emergency insulin to any Minnesota resident - passed unanimously.
Minnesota-based Medtronic is recalling more than 300,000 insulin pumps due to a missing or broken component.
The long-running debate at the state Capitol over insulin affordability shifted Thursday to the Minnesota Senate, where patients and par
Two hearings in the Minnesota House Tuesday talked about creating an emergency program to help anyone struggling to pay for their life saving medication.
Minnesota lawmakers are bringing the conversation about the high cost of insulin to the community.
A Minnesota-based health care company is promising financial relief to patients who rely on insulin.
The Trump administration wants to import prescription drugs from Canada to cut costs for Americans.
A committee of bipartisan legislators agreed Monday to supply emergency insulin to people with diabetes, but the source of funding for the bill is still undecided.
In its warning, the FDA noted that these devices pose the risk of someone nearby connecting wirelessly and then potentially hacking into the devices.
Through federal grants, the Emergency Access to Insulin Act would allow states to set up emergency insulin assistance programs.
The 2019 legislative session ended without lawmakers taking action on the high price of insulin.
House Democratic and Senate Republicans negotiators blamed each other side for how the proposal was dropped.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed legislation Wednesday capping co-payments on insulin for Americans with private insurance at $100 per month. That ceiling is way under the typical cost of the medicine, which can range from $600 to $900 per month.
Eli Lilly's lower-cost version of its Humalog insulin still costs much more than insulin sold outside the U.S.
If there is no agreement by next Monday the legislature will have to go into special session to avoid a state government shutdown July 1.
A House committee approved a bill today that lets the state cap the cost for the diabetes medication.
The Minnesota Vikings and defensive tackle Harrison Phillips have agreed to a two-year contract extension.
The Minnesota Lynx are heading to the WNBA playoffs for the 13th time in the league's 14-season history, and you can soon get your claws on tickets.
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
A Minnesota woman is suing Scheels, alleging the sports retailer acted irresponsibly in her son's death.
The 36-year-old was heading south on Highway 169 in Scott County when his vehicle left the road and rolled, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
A Minnesota woman is suing Scheels, alleging the sports retailer acted irresponsibly in her son's death.
The 36-year-old was heading south on Highway 169 in Scott County when his vehicle left the road and rolled, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
There are at least eight victims across the Twin Cities metro of smash-and-grab thefts from cars and the forgery that follows.
A St. Paul nonprofit is providing fresh veggies in the city's food deserts, all while cultivating confidence and job skills.
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
A 74-year-old man is dead after rolling his vehicle and hitting a power pole.
A central Minnesota Army National Guard unit is being honored with the U.S. military's highest unit award.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
A 26-year-old man is in the hospital with serious injuries after a hit-and-run incident in northern Minnesota Thursday afternoon.
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
A 66-year-old Minnesota man is dead after drowning at Kinnickinnic State Park in Wisconsin.
A 60-year-old man died on Friday evening after what officials believe was a drunken driving crash in western Wisconsin.
Two Wisconsin agencies are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs from a poultry farm.
Wisconsin officials say 26 people have died so far this year in ATV-related crashes, putting 2024 on pace to be even deadlier on state roads and trails.
A St. Paul nonprofit is providing fresh veggies in the city's food deserts, all while cultivating confidence and job skills.
Farming is one of the oldest professions in Minnesota with generations of families embedded in the land. But that can make it hard for newcomers, especially immigrant farmers, to set roots of their own.
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back-to-school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera "Star Wars: A New Hope" is getting its first showtimes this weekend.
The second day of the fifth annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair ended in chaos when severe weather knocked down vendor tents and threw debris around.
This is a pivotal moment in the campaign for both candidates, as battleground state polls show that razor-thin margins separate the two.
The rules have been released for the first — and possibly only — debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will meet in Philadelphia for their first debate.
As of January 2024, Minnesota's turnover rate for elections officials was 34%, meaning more than one-third of the people overseeing election administration this fall are new compared to those in 2020.
Lawmakers are investing hundreds of thousands of dollars into growing Minnesota's child care workforce.
A scheme is hitting email inboxes across the country that uses public images of people's homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
The average wholesale price for a dozen large Grade A eggs is now over $4.
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
There are at least eight victims across the Twin Cities metro of smash-and-grab thefts from cars and the forgery that follows.
The Oakdale police officer who fired his gun during a standoff in March after a man fired at him did so lawfully, the Washington County Attorney determined.
Sean Eric Vanmeveren will spend over seven years in prison for leading police on a chase through a southwest Minnesota county.
A man accused of drunkenly driving into a restaurant patio in St. Louis Park and killing two people will face more severe charges after prosecutors viewed surveillance video of the crash, authorities say.
A Minneapolis man is facing several federal charges after being accused of distributing fentanyl.
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
Abortion rights supporters in South Dakota say doctors can't rely on a new video from the state and mandated by a law that its Republican prime sponsor said gives clear guidance to physicians for life-threatening situations.
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
A Minnesotan is composing outdoor symphonies inspired by local ecology, history and geography.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Beyoncé's name was noticeably absent from the list of 2024 Country Music Award nominations released Monday morning.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she's finished chemotherapy less than six months after she announced her cancer diagnosis.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
The Minnesota Vikings and defensive tackle Harrison Phillips have agreed to a two-year contract extension.
The Minnesota Lynx are heading to the WNBA playoffs for the 13th time in the league's 14-season history, and you can soon get your claws on tickets.
Reid Detmers worked six solid innings and Brandon Drury and Niko Kavadas homered to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 6-2 victory over the struggling Minnesota Twins.
The Minnesota Twins could be getting closer to infielder Carlos Correa returning to the lineup, while the return of centerfielder Byron Buxton is a bit more uncertain.
The Minnesota Vikings' defense delivered a dominant performance in the season-opening 28-6 win over the New York Giants.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tad Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. Morrison has a big fundraising edge she has raised $1.3 million compared to Jude's $162,000. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Professor Larry Jacobs from the University of Minnesota about that edge.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Morrison who aims to become the only pro-abortion rights OB-GYN on Capitol Hill.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Jude about this history of political service in Minnesota and his anti abortion stance.
As Gov. Tim Walz spends much of his time campaigning across the nation, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is shouldering more responsibility.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
It's estimated that at least half of all fairgoers visit the Miracle of Birth Center, making it one of the most popular exhibits at the fair—and one of the most educational.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen travels to Fillmore County to show us how Mystery Cave got its name.
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
Stepping into the Grandstand is like navigating a maze of merchandise. Forget food on a stick, how about the tools to cut one? Everything is for sale in there — even the kitchen sink.
Minnesota law requires drivers to stop when they see a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here.
Minnesotans might have a chance to see the northern lights on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
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 Joseph Dames says temperatures will build a few degrees by midweek. Expect highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Our summer-like week continues with temperatures in the 80s on Tuesday.
Tuesday will bring more sunshine and summer-like temperatures across Minnesota.
This year's Taco Tour on Lake Street features Latino-owned businesses in South Minneapolis.
Jasmine Stringer shares some highlights from the entertainment calendar for the first 'ber month of the year.
With temperatures still well into the 80s in Minnesota this week, it might feel a little soon to start donning sweaters and scarves and sipping hot pumpkin spice lattes.
A new survey found Hawaii earned top marks for livability, with Maryland close behind. Minnesota ranks highest among the Midwestern states, ranking sixth overall.
The number of people who died after volunteering, working or living near ground zero has surpassed the number of people killed in the attacks.