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Dakota County commissioners have shut the door on what would have been the first homeless shelter in the Twin Cities suburbs.
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Dakota County commissioners have shut the door on what would have been the first homeless shelter in the Twin Cities suburbs.
Dakota County Commissioner Laurie Halverson wants to turn Norwood Inn & Suites in Eagan into a permanent homeless shelter with 24/7 services for unhoused adults.
Thanks to a newly passed law, all students are eligible to receive one free breakfast and lunch every day, regardless of income status.
A law passed earlier this year at the Minnesota Capitol has led several school districts and law enforcement agencies to rethink their use and deployment of school resource officers (SROs).
Many are saying the new law is vague and unclear, and puts students, staff and officers in potentially dangerous situations.
New Eagan Wildcats volleyball head coach McKenna Melville is less than a year removed from an All-American career at Central Florida. She could have played pro, but instead she's coming home.
Training camp for the Minnesota Vikings is officially underway at the team's headquarters, TCO Performance Center, in Eagan. Here's your one-stop shop for all the updates.
A survey from the post office shows the Minnesota-South Dakota region had the third worst service score in the country.
It happened just after midnight on 35E near Cliff Road in Eagan. The State Patrol says a South St. Paul man driving the wrong way crashed head-on into an SUV.
The Minnesota Department of Health says more than 60 people got sick after swimming at Schulze Lake in Eagan.
On Wednesday, 3-year-old Remi was splashing away at Schulze Lake Beach in Eagan. But by Thursday night, Mikayla Evans says her daughter was not herself.
If you're planning on hitting the beach during the hot weekend, you won't be able to soak up the sun at one southeast metro beach.
"I laid there, and my family had to come out and find me," Michael Brodkorb said. "That's a difficult scenario."
Video captured on MnDOT traffic cameras shows what happened when a reported escape from law enforcement took a dangerous turn over the weekend.
Eagan's system is set at a three-mile radius. When lightning is near, workers get alerted on their phones and at the main computer, which is kept in the park's office, up high and out of reach.
"They come get inspired, and they go home with this new sense of inspiration and excitement to build their own creations," said BrickCon founder Greyson Riley.
With the spring thaw officially underway, your outdoor walk may be messier than expected, but you can do your part to protect our trails during this seasonal transition.
A Twin Cities police officer who was injured in a crash with a semi truck last month is back home after being hospitalized for weeks.
"He still has a lot of recovery ahead of him, but appears to be doing remarkably well," Sergeant Rich Evans said in a press release.
We're getting a new view of a violent crash that sent a Minnesota police officer to the hospital.
The first day of spring is a little more than two weeks away. But kids in Eagan are hoping the winter weather lasts a bit longer than that.
A massive ice maze previously on exhibit in Stillwater will move closer to the metro this winter season.
A driver in an allegedly stolen van hit another driver and a squad car before crashing into a pond after leading police on a miles-long chase Wednesday afternoon.
An Eagan firefighter and Marine veteran is being recognized for his life saving actions last November. Paul Burgett rushed in to help save people during a massive pile-up crash, even after being hit himself.
Police in a Twin Cities community were in a standoff with a man for more than nine hours after he was believed to have "violated a protection order."
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain on Friday called for a strike expansion at General Motors and Stellantis parts distribution facilities, including locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The driver and passenger of a 2002 Toyota Sienna are dead after colliding with a Toyota Sequoia on Highway 14 on Wednesday night.
An indictment charged Sen. Robert Menendez and his wife Nadine with bribery offenses, with prosecutors alleging they accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars and lavish gifts.
Officials say they are investigating after a motorist fatally struck a pedestrian in Coon Rapids Friday morning.
Last year's Fat Bear Week in Alaska was shrouded in controversy after someone tried to stuff ballots "like bears stuff their face with fish." Now the event is back to crown the fattest of Katmai National Park's "burly bruins."
Officials say they are investigating after a motorist fatally struck a pedestrian in Coon Rapids Friday morning.
Minnesota officials have approved plans for the expansion of a solar energy project that a utility says will be one of the largest in the country with the capability of powering more than 150,000 homes.
Authorities in St. Paul say a stolen car crashed into a business and hit a squad car while attempting to flee police early Thursday afternoon.
"Our phone lines have been so jammed up that it's really hard to figure out where the demand will end," said Modern Artifact owner Ryan Nelson.
Community members say Charlie Adams doesn't just run the Fourth Precinct, he does it as a northsider who cares deeply about his neighbors.
The driver and passenger of a 2002 Toyota Sienna are dead after colliding with a Toyota Sequoia on Highway 14 on Wednesday night.
Even though it's been 20 years, the feelings and emotions are still raw. Many of the students impacted back then, are parents now.
Officials in central Minnesota say a boy is in custody after he allegedly set his own house on fire early Thursday morning.
Officials in southwestern Minnesota say an 81-year-old woman with memory issues went missing Wednesday morning.
When musical legend Prince passed, it took about six years and more than 4,800 court filings to settle his estate. While not everyone has a legacy quite like Prince, it's a lesson estate attorneys and financial planners hope to instill in their clients.
Wisconsin wildlife officials are defending their decision not to set a hard cap on the state's wolf population in front of a Republican-controlled legislative committee.
Several Republican Wisconsin lawmakers have proposed impeaching the state's top elections official.
In Hudson, Angela Norvold says she's able to pay her staff at Simply Giggle Childcare a livable wage because of the federal relief money from the Child Care Counts program.
A Wisconsin farm is going viral after its owner and one of her alpacas visited a Starbucks drive-thru.
Two burglary suspects who authorities believe stole and damaged over $300,000 worth of equipment in western Wisconsin have been taken into custody.
A 4-year-old Twin Cities boy battling leukemia is about to get his day in the sun.
The mental health therapists started the podcast as a way to correct misinformation on social media and to reach the younger Hmong generation to make them feel less alone.
Construction of Interstate 94 tore through St. Paul's Rondo neighborhood, once the heart of the Black community in Minnesota's capitol city. Decades later, city leaders are trying to restore what some families lost: their property and a chance at building generational wealth.
It's not unusual to find a 21-year-old who loves shopping, but one young Minneapolis woman is all about shopping for others. She's set a record in the process.
Bebe, a 4-month-old Papillion was inside the family's van when it was stolen Wednesday afternoon from their alley.
An indictment charged Sen. Robert Menendez and his wife Nadine with bribery offenses, with prosecutors alleging they accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars and lavish gifts.
Wisconsin wildlife officials are defending their decision not to set a hard cap on the state's wolf population in front of a Republican-controlled legislative committee.
Several Republican Wisconsin lawmakers have proposed impeaching the state's top elections official.
In Hudson, Angela Norvold says she's able to pay her staff at Simply Giggle Childcare a livable wage because of the federal relief money from the Child Care Counts program.
After a month of debate, hypothetical questions and police departments across Minnesota pulling resource officers out of schools, it appears a second interpretation has at least slowed the fight.
The Minnesota Department of Commerce receives millions of dollars in unclaimed property every year from businesses and organizations that have lost contact with the owners.
"Our phone lines have been so jammed up that it's really hard to figure out where the demand will end," said Modern Artifact owner Ryan Nelson.
Minnesotans now know who will lead the agency overseeing the state's nascent legal marijuana market.
A recent survey found that Tettegouche State Park is ranked as a top hidden gem to see fall foliage in Minnesota.
A Minneapolis art gallery is offering collectors the opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind piece by the late Bob Ross.
Authorities in St. Paul say a stolen car crashed into a business and hit a squad car while attempting to flee police early Thursday afternoon.
Officials in central Minnesota say a boy is in custody after he allegedly set his own house on fire early Thursday morning.
A former Minnesota insurance broker was charged for fraud after an investigation by the Minnesota Commerce Fraud Bureau found he invented fake customers and Social Security numbers.
Convicted murderer and disbarred South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh pleaded guilty to 22 charges alleging he stole millions of dollars from his clients.
The University of Minnesota confirmed on Thursday that a 2021 breach of a university database may have compromised personal information of students and staff dating back to 1989.
A 4-year-old Twin Cities boy battling leukemia is about to get his day in the sun.
Fentanyl test strips can detect the presence of the lethal drug in other kinds of drugs, a harm reduction strategy that can save people from the deadly opioid.
A Minnesota man is riding his bike around the whole exterior of the country -- to raise money for two causes close to his heart.
WCCO brought five families together to learn about the loss and the reality of the fentanyl epidemic.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
A Taylor Swift Instagram post drove thousands of young people to register to vote this week.
Asha Daniels says she faced racial and sexual harassment, disability discrimination and bullying. Hours after the suit was filed, Lizzo received a humanitarian award.
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
An exciting show the entire family can enjoy will have audiences hungry for more!
An art professor can proceed with her lawsuit against a private Minnesota university that fired her for showing early Islamic art to at least one Muslim student in a class.
Minnesota looks to bounce back against Northwestern from a loss at No. 20 North Carolina last week.
Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell worked with Akers during his time in Los Angeles, and reportedly wanted to work with him again.
A loss would give the Vikings their seventh 0-3 start in franchise history.
Kyle Rudolph officially retired as a Minnesota Viking on Thursday, but it doesn't sound like the big man is done with the organization — or football — just yet.
The team's magic number to clinch a playoff berth is down to one game
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy talks with two men who say they'll apply for the life-changing privilege.
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants live, work, and go to school in Minnesota. Starting Oct. 1, even though they don't have legal status, they will be able to apply for and get a Minnesota driver’s license.
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Sen. John Jasinski of Faribault about his concerns regarding the law.
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Esteban Rivera, an immigration attorney, with his client Jassiel Martinez.
An estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants will be able to apply and get a Minnesota driver's license soon. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy talks with Oscar Corral is an undocumented resident and Emillia Gonzalez Avalos, the executive director of Unidos Minnesota.
Fly fishing in one Minnesota county has become a destination for anglers across the country.
The average chainsaw artist lasts about three to five years in the business because it can be a grueling and dangerous occupation. But an Avon man has created intricate sculptures for 37 years, and counting.
Years ago, David Nigg found himself at a farm auction in Dyersville, Iowa, and he returned home with a little John Deere tractor. From there, things just started rolling.
The Space Tower is an iconic attraction and landmark that you can see from pretty much anywhere on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Built in 1964, it's hundreds of feet of history.
Fairgoers aren't strangers to all the animals and attractions, the food and the fun. But tucked away, far on the north side of the fairgrounds, is an inconspicuous, little house that's chock-full of history.
Many of us will go to a corn maze this fall. In fact, WCCO's morning team already spent time at one at the Sever's Fall Festival in Shakopee. It had them wondering, how do they even make corn mazes? Good Question.
A common way to maintain your car's health is giving customers sticker shock.
As week two of the NFL season wraps up, the Minnesota Vikings are already at a make-or-break point.
Doctors hope a new vaccine can keep the worst of the virus at bay. But as cases rise, you might find yourself reaching in your medicine cabinet again for an old, at-home test.
Highway signs come in many colors, but when you see blue in Minnesota, it means everyday people are in charge of keeping it clean. Some groups have spent more than four decades volunteering.
Get a feel for 2023 Vikings training camp.
The Minnesota State Fair announced its new offerings for the 2023 edition.
Between 12,000 and 16,000 black bears live in Minnesota, the Minnesota DNR says. For the past 20 years, the population has been growing and expanding further south and west. That means a lot of close encounters for Minnesotans.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
After three days in the 80s, we start our descent to the 70s and 60s the next 3 Days. The rain chances start to increase later today, but it will be rather isolated. With that in mind, it’s possible we have a passing shower by 5pm. As the main weekend system approaches…the rain chances will increase. Most of Saturday will be showery west of the Twin Cities (Carver County and west). We should have some dry time to start the weekend. Sunday morning will be the wettest window of time. Rain totals expected to be above half an inch and some models up to the inch mark.
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.
After several days in the 80s, Minnesota starts its descent into the 70s and 60s for the next three days. Plus, rain is on the way.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames has the latest forecast.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be a bit breezy on Friday and any showers should be isolated in nature.
This month marks 60 years since KKK members bombed the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama – killing four Black girls and injuring at least 20 people. A group of Minnesotans has just returned from Birmingham where they contributed to a conference commemorating that terrorist attack. Kevin Lindsey, CEO of the Minnesota Humanities Center, joined us Thursday with more.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain on Friday called for a strike expansion at General Motors and Stellantis parts distribution facilities, including locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Nettie Colon, Chef and Owner of The Red Hen Gastrolab and Maya O'Brien McLeod with the Farmers Markets of Minneapolis join WCCO Mornings to share recipes utilizing fresh food from the Farmers' Market that celebrate Hispanic culture. Recipe information below: Sancocho – Beef Stew Serves 4 to 6 2 Tbs olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 lbs top round beef, cubed into 1-inch pieces 1/3 cup yellow onions, chopped 1/3 cup green pepper, chopped 5 sprigs of cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 quarts beef stock 3 yellow carrots, peeled and sliced into 1-inch pieces 1 medium sweet potato, diced into 1-inch pieces 3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered 1/2 lb butternut squash or any squash of your preference, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces Directions 1. 2 ears of yellow corn, cleaned and sliced into 6 parts each 2. In a preheated dutch oven or heavy pot over low-to-medium heat, combine olive oil, garlic, beef cubes, and onions, stir until beef is brown on all sides and onions begin to caramelize. 3. Add in chopped pepper, cilantro, salt, pepper, and 1 quart of beef stock. Cook down until stock is reduced by half about 20 minutes. 4. Stir beef, then add all the remaining vegetables and remaining beef stock. Bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer and cover for 30 minutes. 5. Uncover and simmer for 20 - 30 minutes or until the stock has reduced some and meat is tender and the vegetables are soft. 6. Serve with white rice or polenta. Cherry Tomato Sofrito 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus 1/4 to 1/2 cup more to add towards the end. 1 pound cherry tomatoes, cut lengthwise in half. ½ cup fresh garlic cloves, smashed. ½ cup onions, diced. salt & black pepper to taste. Directions 1. Heat sauté pan on medium hi heat and add 2 tablespoons of the extra virgin olive oil. Make sure that your pan is large enough to fit all your cherry tomatoes in a single layer. Add the cherry tomatoes and sauté for 5 minutes. 2. While tomatoes are cooking, place the smashed garlic cloves and onions in a food processor and press the pulse button until they are chopped but not pureed. Turn heat down to medium and add the garlic and onion mixture to the pan and stir well into the tomatoes. You can cover it at this stage with a lid if you would like to have more liquid in your sofrito. Cook the mixture for another 5 minutes. 3. Add 1/4 to 1/2 a cup of the extra virgin olive oil (the amount is up to you) and cook for another 5 minutes. 4. Season with salt and pepper to your liking and let it cool to room temperature. Place into a mason jar or glass container of your liking and refrigerate for up to 10 days. Note: Sofrito can be used as a base seasoning or as a side sauce. Suggestions: You can use with Scrambled eggs, toast, potatoes, beans, rice, fish, etc. Abuela's Fricase de Pollo - Grandma's Chicken Fricassee Serves 6 to 8 people (depending on size of whole chicken) 1 each 2 ½ to 3-pound whole chicken, washed, skin removed & cut into 10 pieces bone-in and season with olive oil, salt & pepper. 3 Tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves of garlic smashed with the back of a knife 1 medium Spanish yellow onion peeled diced small. 6 each small, sweet bell peppers (to seed or not to seed your choice) 4-6 fresh leaves cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped ½ cup cured ham, diced in small cubes. 1 teaspoon dried oregano (I like Dominican or Mexican oregano) ¼ cup sherry vinegar ¼ cup Pimento stuffed olives (small to medium size) 2 teaspoons capers 4 Bay leaves 1 pound pumpkin, winter squash or potatoes cut into chunks 4 cups of apples, peeled, cored and cut into chunks ½ cup tomato sauce 1 quart of Saffron or Paprika infused chicken stock or "pipe stock" aka water 1 cup of fresh green peas (frozen will work as well) 3 Tablespoons cold butter Instructions 1. In a cast iron Dutch oven kettle with a tight-fitting lid, heat on medium high the olive oil and sauté the garlic, onions and peppers along with the ham & dried oregano for about 10 minutes.
Author Jon Savitt joins WCCO Morning to talk about his new book, "Unreal Athletes: Sports Legends You've Never Heard Of (Because They Don't Exist)".
Secondhand Hounds not only has a new name -- The Bond Between -- but is also expanding their mission. The founder joins WCCO Mornings to talk about what the nonprofit hopes to achieve in the future.