Younger Bush Rarely Called On Elder During Presidency
George W. Bush said that during his two terms in office, he rarely called on his father's counsel.
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Obama, Bush Give McCain Presidential Farewell
Late Republican Senator John McCain is getting a presidential farewell, but not from the actual sitting president.
George W. Bush Says His Mother, Barbara, Didn't Fear Death
Former President George W. Bush said Wednesday that his mother, Barbara Bush, didn't fear death because she believed in an afterlife and that she would be "wonderfully received in the arms of a loving God."
First Lady Barbara Bush Dies At 92
Mrs. Bush died Tuesday, according to a statement from family spokesman Jim McGrath. She was 92.
Concert Featuring Former Presidents Raises $31M For Hurricane Relief
The five living former presidents have attended a concert to benefit victims of hurricanes in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
5 Former Presidents Attend Hurricane Relief Concert
All five living former U.S. presidents will be attending a concert Saturday night in a Texas college town, raising money for relief efforts from hurricane devastation.
'Bigotry Seems Emboldened': Bush Speaks On Trump-Era America
Former President George W. Bush on Thursday denounced bigotry in Trump-era American politics, warning that the rise of "nativism," isolationism and conspiracy theories have clouded the nation's true identity.
Minn. Veteran Honored In President Bush's 'Portraits Of Courage'
A Minnesota soldier is among the veterans featured in a new book by former President George W. Bush.
4 Things To Know For Feb. 14, 2016
Here's a look at the four things you need to know for Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016.
Good Question: How Do Executive Actions Work?
President Obama took a number of executive actions Tuesday regarding gun control, saying the gun lobby is holding Congress hostage. "There are actions within my legal authority that we can take to help reduce gun violence and save more lives," President Obama said.
4 Things You Need To Know For July 26, 2015
Here's a look at the four things you need to know for Sunday, July 26.
George W. Bush, Katy Perry To Headline Starkey Fundraiser
Former President George W. Bush and pop star Katy Perry will headline this year's Starkey Hearing Foundation awards gala in St. Paul. Bush will be honored for working with the foundation to give customized hearing devices to 222 people in Tanzania.
Jeb Bush Has Optimistic Message, Faces Challenges In '16 Bid
Jeb Bush is launching a Republican presidential bid months in the making Monday with a vow to get Washington "out of the business of causing problems" and to stay true to his beliefs — easier said than done in a bristling primary contest where his conservative credentials will be sharply challenged.
Walker Critical Of Romney In 2012, Bush In 2000
Likely Republican presidential candidate Scott Walker made no secret about what he saw as the failures of Mitt Romney's last run for the White House, devoting an entire chapter of his book to the topic.
Good Question: Why Do White House State Dinners Cost So Much?
On Tuesday night, President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted French President François Hollande for an official state dinner at the White House.
Mpls. South High Senior Wins Nat'l Debate Competition
Minneapolis South High senior Lillie Ouellette-Howitz has been crowned a national debate champion after taking first in public speaking at the George W. Bush Institute's annual national high school economic debate competition in Dallas, Texas.
Good Question: What Benefits Do Former Presidents Receive?
The former president's surgery took place at a private hospital in Dallas, which had some people wondering: What benefits do former presidents receive? How about members of Congress after they leave office?
Gov. Scott Walker Downplays Presidential Talk
Gov. Scott Walker is distancing himself from talk of running for president after word surfaced he's working on a memoir.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Working On Memoir
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, a possible contender for the presidency in 2016, is writing a memoir detailing the reforms he has introduced during his two years in office.
Minn. Comes Into Focus In Final Days To Election
A major independent group working to elect Republican Mitt Romney is entering Minnesota's TV market just days before Election Day with a $1.4 million ad buy, and former President Bill Clinton will make his second trip to the state in less than a week on Sunday.
Former Wisconsin Gov. Thompson Wins GOP Senate Bid
Former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson has won the Republican nomination for a U.S. Senate seat the party is trying to capture for the first time in more than five decades.
Pawlenty Still In The VP Mix, May Get The Nod From Romney
Throughout the modern history of vice presidential selections, it is almost unheard of to pick a VP this far ahead of the political convention.
10 Best & Worst Presidents
There have been some great presidents throughout U.S. history. There have also been some less-than-great ones.
Bush, Favre On Guest List For SD Gov. Pheasant Hunt
The guest list for this year's governor's pheasant hunt in South Dakota included politicians, professional athletes and a former president.
Bachmann Moves Advisor To Campaign Leadership Post
Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann is promoting a member of her campaign into the role of national political director.
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"You literally saved me": Woman dragged in carjacking finds hope in friendship with rescuerer
A Minnesota woman reunited with the good Samaritan who helped her on the side of the highway after she'd been beaten, carjacked and dragged. Both women say they now grapple with anxiety from the traumatic experience.
Call from concerned St. Paul resident leads to arrests of suspected burglars and carjackers
"If you see something that doesn't feel right, your instincts might be valid," police said. "No one knows your neighborhood better than you."
Cotie McMahon and Taylor Mikesell combined for 49 points on 17-of-28 shooting and No. 13 Ohio State rolled to a 93-63 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night.
Cotie McMahon and Taylor Mikesell combined for 49 points on 17-of-28 shooting and No. 13 Ohio State rolled to a 93-63 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night.
Source: Wolves trade D'Angelo Russell to Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Russell Westbrook to Utah and reacquiring guard D'Angelo Russell from Minnesota in a three-team, eight-player deal, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press on Wednesday night.
TSA confiscates 2 loaded guns at MSP Airport within hours
TSA says the first gun was found in a carry-on bag in the checkpoint X-ray machine shortly before 5 a.m. Just hours later, the same officer spotted another gun in a passenger's bag.
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Call from concerned St. Paul resident leads to arrests of suspected burglars and carjackers
"If you see something that doesn't feel right, your instincts might be valid," police said. "No one knows your neighborhood better than you."
TSA confiscates 2 loaded guns at MSP Airport within hours
TSA says the first gun was found in a carry-on bag in the checkpoint X-ray machine shortly before 5 a.m. Just hours later, the same officer spotted another gun in a passenger's bag.
Democrats push to let all residents buy into MinnesotaCare
Democratic legislators and Gov. Tim Walz have been pushing for several years to expand MinnesotaCare into a low-cost "public option" for health insurance that would be available to everyone.
Scaling cold, windy mountains in Norway offers welcome challenge for Minnesota soldiers
Another night in the field leads to another day of training for Minnesota National Guard troops. This day holds lots of unknowns. Can they hold their own against an approaching storm and how will it impact their three-mile hike up the mountain on skis?
Talking Points: Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
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"You literally saved me": Woman dragged in carjacking finds hope in friendship with rescuerer
A Minnesota woman reunited with the good Samaritan who helped her on the side of the highway after she'd been beaten, carjacked and dragged. Both women say they now grapple with anxiety from the traumatic experience.
Democrats push to let all residents buy into MinnesotaCare
Democratic legislators and Gov. Tim Walz have been pushing for several years to expand MinnesotaCare into a low-cost "public option" for health insurance that would be available to everyone.
Grand Rapids woman dies in early morning apartment fire
Firefighters found the lone resident of the unit on fire in her living room and removed her before performing lifesaving procedures.
Scaling cold, windy mountains in Norway offers welcome challenge for Minnesota soldiers
Another night in the field leads to another day of training for Minnesota National Guard troops. This day holds lots of unknowns. Can they hold their own against an approaching storm and how will it impact their three-mile hike up the mountain on skis?
Talking Points: Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
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River Falls woman injured after losing control, overturning vehicle
A woman is in the hospital after losing control of her vehicle early Wednesday morning in western Wisconsin.
President Biden makes Wisconsin 1st stop after State of the Union
President Joe Biden on Wednesday was headed to Wisconsin, a battleground state he won by the slimmest of margins in 2020, to press his economic message and other themes from his State of the Union address in the window before his next big speech: announcing a possible reelection bid.
The only thing predictable about this winter's ice? Its unpredictability
The high and low temperatures are leading to some really uneven and potentially dangerous ice on Minnesota and Wisconsin lakes.
Wisconsin student's father sues over officer's neck restraint
An Illinois man has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that an off-duty police officer improperly restrained his 12-year-old daughter during a fight in a Wisconsin middle school last year.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices pick sides in race
Whoever controls the court will be in position to rule on issues ranging from whether the state's 1849 abortion ban should remain in effect to whether gerrymandered legislative district maps ought to be redrawn.
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Democrats push to let all residents buy into MinnesotaCare
Democratic legislators and Gov. Tim Walz have been pushing for several years to expand MinnesotaCare into a low-cost "public option" for health insurance that would be available to everyone.
Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
More extreme weather driving increased homeowners insurance premiums, industry official tells Minn. House panel
Minnesota homeowners insurance premiums have soared by nearly 400% in the last two decades as destructive weather events become more common, an industry official told a House panel Wednesday.
Talking Points: Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
Lawmakers hear about skyrocketing homeowner’s insurance rates
If you've owned a home for a while, you've probably seen your insurance premiums go up in the last several years. In fact, some homeowner's insurance rates have soared by nearly 400% in the last two decades.
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More extreme weather driving increased homeowners insurance premiums, industry official tells Minn. House panel
Minnesota homeowners insurance premiums have soared by nearly 400% in the last two decades as destructive weather events become more common, an industry official told a House panel Wednesday.
Bed Bath & Beyond to close 87 more stores, including 4 in Minnesota
A list of closings reveals that stores in Bloomington, Rochester, Minnetonka, and Roseville will shutter their doors in the coming weeks.
Justin Jefferson is top-selling football jersey at Minn. Lids; Adam Thielen tops in N.D.
Somewhat surprisingly, Wisconsin's top-selling individual jersey wasn't that of a Green Bay Packer. Instead, the Chicago Bears' Justin Fields took that honor.
How can you make sure your personal info is safe on public Wi-Fi?
An easy way to stay plugged in across the world is also one experts consider too risky to use. Not the internet itself, but rather how you connect to it.
Arcade Arena at Rosedale offers offers thrill of interactive, team-building games
Video games have come along way since "Pong" and "Pac-Man." The technology is moving so rapidly that you can now step inside an arcade game.
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"You literally saved me": Woman dragged in carjacking finds hope in friendship with rescuerer
A Minnesota woman reunited with the good Samaritan who helped her on the side of the highway after she'd been beaten, carjacked and dragged. Both women say they now grapple with anxiety from the traumatic experience.
Call from concerned St. Paul resident leads to arrests of suspected burglars and carjackers
"If you see something that doesn't feel right, your instincts might be valid," police said. "No one knows your neighborhood better than you."
Julissa Thaler found guilty on all counts in murder of her 6-year-old son, Eli Hart
A jury has found a Minnesota mother guilty of murder in the killing her 6-year-old son.
Bail $300K for former "Dances With Wolves" actor in sex case
A judge on Wednesday set bail at $300,000 for a former "Dances With Wolves" actor charged in Nevada with sexually abusing and trafficking Indigenous women and girls.
Charges: Bank employee Kazeem Adelekan defrauded elderly victims out of more than $40K
A 34-year-old Coon Rapids man faces a felony charge accusing him of stealing nearly $45,000 from elderly victims while working as a bank employee.
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Democrats push to let all residents buy into MinnesotaCare
Democratic legislators and Gov. Tim Walz have been pushing for several years to expand MinnesotaCare into a low-cost "public option" for health insurance that would be available to everyone.
MDH: Minnesota is first US state to screen all newborns for congenital cytomegalovirus
Minnesota health officials announced Wednesday that the state is the first to screen all newborns for congenital cytomegalovirus.
What the end of the COVID-19 emergency means for free vaccines, health data and more
Most Americans will continue to get vaccines for free, but tests and antiviral pills could get costly later this year.
How do you know if your skincare routine is working?
The length of time we've spent in winter can be measured by how often you've needed to moisturize. Trying to treat dry, cracked skin can be a daily battle.
YMCA adds free acupuncture services at 2 Twin Cities locations, no membership needed
In this holistic, ancient Chinese practice, an acupuncturist places dozens of thin needles into different points of each person's body to help them heal.
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Bail $300K for former "Dances With Wolves" actor in sex case
A judge on Wednesday set bail at $300,000 for a former "Dances With Wolves" actor charged in Nevada with sexually abusing and trafficking Indigenous women and girls.
Duran Duran, Bastille, Nile Rodgers & CHIC to play at state fair Grandstand
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its first Grandstand performance for 2023.
"Super Bowl Greatest Commercials: Battle of The Decades" to reflect on best ads of the last 4+ years
"Super Bowl Greatest Commercials: Battle of The Decades" will allow fans to vote on their favorite ads of the last 40+ years.
"Dances With Wolves" actor charged in sex abuse case
Chasing Horse was born on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota, which is home to the Sicangu Sioux, one of the seven tribes of the Lakota nation.
Fleetwood Mac may be "done," Mick Fleetwood says
Mick Fleetwood says the band's future is "sort of unthinkable" in the wake of former bandmate Christine McVie's death.
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Cotie McMahon and Taylor Mikesell combined for 49 points on 17-of-28 shooting and No. 13 Ohio State rolled to a 93-63 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night.
Cotie McMahon and Taylor Mikesell combined for 49 points on 17-of-28 shooting and No. 13 Ohio State rolled to a 93-63 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night.
Source: Wolves trade D'Angelo Russell to Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Russell Westbrook to Utah and reacquiring guard D'Angelo Russell from Minnesota in a three-team, eight-player deal, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press on Wednesday night.
Chisago Lakes wins by one point in overtime thanks to full-court buzzer-beater
With one and a half seconds left, down by two, Patrick Rowe received a quick pass from his teammate and hit the miracle basket.
Hiawatha Golf Course could soon become historical site
The Hiawatha Golf Course in Minneapolis could soon end up on the national register of historic places.
Justin Jefferson is top-selling football jersey at Minn. Lids; Adam Thielen tops in N.D.
Somewhat surprisingly, Wisconsin's top-selling individual jersey wasn't that of a Green Bay Packer. Instead, the Chicago Bears' Justin Fields took that honor.
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Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
Talking Points: Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
Talking Points: Testing strips legalized in effort to combat fentanyl overdoses
In 2021, Minnesota lost 1,286 lives, while the country lost more than 107,000 to drug overdoses. Esme Murphy took a look at a newly legalized tool in the battle against fentanyl: slim testing strips.
Talking Points: Fentanyl test strips (part 3)
Major Rick Palaia, with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department, provided a law enforcement perspective on fentanyl overdoses and lifesaving success of narcan.
Talking Points: Fentanyl test strips (part 2)
A new federal law now allows anyone with a license to prescribe a lifesaving drug -- buprenorphine, also know as suboxone. Murphy spoke with addiction specialist Dr. Charles Reznikoff, with Hennepin Healthcare, about suboxone and whether the testing strips in any way encourage drug use.
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California surfer now hangs 10 on frosty Lake Superior
Even when it's well below zero, waves can still be more than 10-feet high on Lake Superior.
How one man's passion turned into a snowmobile museum in Isle
Winters in our state mean lots of snowmobiling. And with that comes lots of memories.
Man turns his kids' old fort into "glass" cabin in Walker
"It's like a reverse snow globe, where you're sitting in the globe and the snow is outside," Keith Stetz said.
Finding Minnesota: How Cokato became "Sauna City"
When it's cold outside, there's at least one place you can go to get warm -- a sauna. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how Cokato became "Sauna City."
A ride along with Silent Run Adventures, a Monticello dog sledding team
Even in the ice and cold, there's a team near Monticello that's always ready to work their tails off. Silent Run Adventures is a dog sledding team that got off to a unique start.
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How do you know if your skincare routine is working?
The length of time we've spent in winter can be measured by how often you've needed to moisturize. Trying to treat dry, cracked skin can be a daily battle.
How can you make sure your personal info is safe on public Wi-Fi?
An easy way to stay plugged in across the world is also one experts consider too risky to use. Not the internet itself, but rather how you connect to it.
Why do some people have great voices, and others don't?
Heather Brown visited Apple Valley High School to talk with some choir members headed to Carnegie Hall this spring.
How much first aid should we know? And are classes necessary?
"Emergencies can happen, anywhere, any time," said the American Red Cross' Carrie Carlson-Guest.
What are your rights if you're laid off?
In 2023 alone, more than 234 tech companies have laid off nearly 76,000 workers.
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65th Grammy Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
NEXT Weather: Snowstorms of 2022-2023
It's gonna be a long winter, but thanks to WCCO viewers' photo submissions, it's also going to be a pretty one!
Peeking into the homes of Santa Claus, his elves
We've seen it depicted in countless Christmas movies, but now we're getting an inside look at where Santa and his elves live.
The 25 greatest movies ever
Every 10 years, the British film magazine Sight & Sound invites critics to submit lists of their top 10 movies of all time. These are the results of their poll for 2022.
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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be cooler Thursday, but still above average.
Tips to prevent melting ice from leaking into your home's foundation
"If you know you've had leaks before, now's the time to get out and really try to stop that," said Mark Settergren of Settergren Hardware.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. report
Some light flurries will blow across Minnesota Thursday.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
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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.
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Report: Wolves trade D'Angelo Russell to Lakers
After three seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves, point guard D'Angelo Russell is packing up and heading to the City of Angels.
Is legalized sports gambling a sure bet in Minnesota?
Minnesota could be on the verge of the biggest expansion of of gambling in 30 years.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be cooler Thursday, but still above average.
Chisago Lakes wins thanks to full-court buzzer-beater
A full-court shot at the buzzer in overtime gave Chisago Lakes a one-point win over Becker. David Schuman walks us through the miracle.
Norway offers welcome challenge for Minnesota soldiers
Another night in the field leads to another day of training for Minnesota National Guard troops. This day holds lots of unknowns. Can they hold their own against an approaching storm and how will it impact their three-mile hike up the mountain on skis?