Bethel University students help small town rebuild after Hurricane Helene
Eleven college students from Bethel University in Minnesota ditched their traditional spring break trips to a North Carolina community in crisis.
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Eleven college students from Bethel University in Minnesota ditched their traditional spring break trips to a North Carolina community in crisis.
Jan Hagerman from the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore shares about the DIY upcycle challenge.
If you're looking to make things a little simpler in the New Year, Jan Hagerman from the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore has some great tips.
At Habitat For Humanity Twin Cities' Restore Outlet in New Brighton, a moving memorial is underway for President Jimmy Carter.
At Habitat For Humanity Twin Cities' Restore Outlet in New Brighton, a moving memorial is underway.
Amidst the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, his legacy is alive — and will be for generations to come — in Minnesota.
Amidst the former president's passing, Jimmy Carter's legacy is and will be alive for generations to come all the way up here in Minnesota.
After a single term in office, Jimmy Carter's decades of humanitarian work may be his most enduring legacy.
Shayla Reaves visits the Heights Development in east St. Paul, where volunteers have been helping construct dozens of affordable homes this week.
WCCO’s Pauleen Le talks to Michelle Delgado, a Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity volunteer and homeowner, about how the nonprofit has changed her life.
This week, thousands of volunteers, including some big celebrities, will put their hard hats and hammers to good use to build dozens of homes for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.
Construction on Habitat for Humanity’s largest-ever development in the Twin Cities begins on Monday morning.
Shereese Turner, chief program officer, and Danielle Duncan, direction of equity and inclusion, explain the program.
In just under two months, more than 4,000 volunteers will work to transform a portion of St. Paul's east side, creating a new neighborhood in the process.
A former East Side golf course will become a new neighborhood called "The Heights.”
Jan Hagerman from the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore visits WCCO to show some ideas to creatively celebrate the mother in our life.
Mills Church and Habitat for Humanity are pushing for more affordable housing in Minnetonka, but the City Council doesn't appear to be on board.
Mills Church and Habitat for Humanity are pushing for more affordable housing in Minnetonka, but the City Council doesn’t appear to be on board.
A Twin Cities church is submitting what it calls a compromise plan for redeveloping part of its property for homes built by Habitat for Humanity.
The Heights will have apartments, single homes, townhouses and senior housing. It will also have onsite job opportunities.
Leaders from all over the world, including right here in Minnesota, are sending well wishes to the former president after his announcement.
Vice President JD Vance gifted Pope Leo XIV a Chicago Bears jersey as they met at the Vatican, amid a push by the White House for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire.
More soaking rain is on the way for the Twin Cities this week.
Napheesa Collier scored 23 points, Alanna Smith added 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 89-75.
Legislation that sets in motion the closure of Minnesota's second largest prison over the next four years is on its way to Gov. Tim Walz's desk for signature.
Legislation that sets in motion the closure of Minnesota's second largest prison over the next four years is on its way to Gov. Tim Walz's desk for signature.
Minneapolis-based documentary filmmaker Keri Pickett's cabin in Brimson was one of at least 150 buildings decimated by the three wildfires north of Duluth, which have burned more than 46,000 acres in the past week.
At age 86, Bertha Lunzer rediscovered her love of art after stepping away from it years ago.
A Minnesota family is turning their unexpected cancer diagnosis into a way to support other families go through a similar situation.
Both Minnesota House leaders Rep. Lisa Demuth and Rep. Melissa Hortman say the Legislature will not meet Monday night's deadline and that a special session of the legislature will be needed to balance the state budget.
Legislation that sets in motion the closure of Minnesota's second largest prison over the next four years is on its way to Gov. Tim Walz's desk for signature.
Minneapolis-based documentary filmmaker Keri Pickett's cabin in Brimson was one of at least 150 buildings decimated by the three wildfires north of Duluth, which have burned more than 46,000 acres in the past week.
Homeowners are getting a chance to see the destruction done by fast-moving fires that have been burning all week in the northland.
Dozens gathered outside the Minnesota House chamber on Friday to protest a key policy change that DFL and GOP leaders agreed to, in order to ink a budget deal.
A former Northfield Middle School teacher is accused of sending sexual photos of herself to high school students, and a former school resource officer is accused of covering up the incidents.
A boat that's been rusting away on an island in the St. Croix River for almost a year has been moved.
There were more than a dozen tornado warnings and multiple observed tornadoes across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Several social media videos are making the rounds showing kids on a Wisconsin school bus during Thursday's tornado warning.
While Minnesota was largely spared from Thursday's severe storms, possible tornadoes were spotted in at least two western Wisconsin communities.
Authorities say four people are dead and four others were critically injured after a Mother's Day at an Milwaukee apartment building fire.
A Minnesota family is turning their unexpected cancer diagnosis into a way to support other families go through a similar situation.
A dream 62 years in the making, local artist Don Grandbois finally gets to show off his talents at an art show curated by his great niece.
From healthy to heart failure, Nancy Rajanen's thirst for life and travel helps get her through a difficult medical diagnosis.
The fishing opener is two days away, and a father and daughter in St. Cloud are doing what they can to make sure Minnesotans catch more fish.
A Minnetonka woman is on a mission to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood: the sleepless nights, caring for a sick kiddo and the tantrum survival.
Leaders from all over the world, including right here in Minnesota, are sending well wishes to the former president after his announcement.
Vice President JD Vance gifted Pope Leo XIV a Chicago Bears jersey as they met at the Vatican, amid a push by the White House for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire.
Leaders from all over the world, including right here in Minnesota, are sending well wishes to the former president after his announcement over the weekend.
Monday is the official end of the regular session for the Minnesota House and Senate. But there's still plenty of work to be done.
Esme Murphy speaks with both DFL and GOP House leaders on the issue of health insurance for the undocumented.
More people than ever are shopping resale and that number is only expected to grow this year.
Import taxes on Chinese goods are up to 145%. As trade talks are on the horizon. Minnesota-made companies are feeling the pressure.
More changes are coming to St. Paul's rent control ordinance after a lengthy debate and divisive vote in the City Council.
"In January, when we were going to ship, all of a sudden the tariffs happened. I couldn't afford to have them shipped here — I wouldn't have any profit left," said Linda Dahlen.
After years of delays, the deadline to have a Real ID to fly arrives on Wednesday. But Minnesota officials say only 42% of Minnesotans have updated their driver's licenses.
A Minneapolis elementary school teacher is facing 14 felony charges after police found a phone in his possession with at least nine images containing child sexual abuse material, according to a criminal complaint.
A former Northfield Middle School teacher is accused of sending sexual photos of herself to high school students, and a former school resource officer is accused of covering up the incidents.
The facility houses 1,100 inmates and employs roughly 560 people, but the operational costs of the 111-year-old building have become "untenable," Gov. Tim Walz said.
Several Minnesota police officers killed in the line of duty were remembered during a memorial service in Washington D.C. Thursday morning.
Now eligible for parole, the Menendez brothers could be released next month after spending more than three decades behind bars.
Leaders from all over the world, including right here in Minnesota, are sending well wishes to the former president after his announcement.
A Minnesota family is turning their unexpected cancer diagnosis into a way to support other families go through a similar situation.
For more than 15 years, Dr. Shirlee Xie has dedicated her life to healing others, but now she's turning that healing inward.
Dozens gathered outside the Minnesota House chamber on Friday to protest a key policy change that DFL and GOP leaders agreed to, in order to ink a budget deal.
Birthmarks are often harmless, but their origins have puzzled doctors for years.
Los Lobos is among several big-name acts set to appear at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair.
During a 40-year screen career, Robert Benton received six Oscar nominations and won three times.
An annual benefit concert for family farmers — featuring performances from Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and others — is coming to Minnesota for the first time ever.
Starting Monday, Minnesotans have a new way to stay connected to news that is impacting them.
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
Napheesa Collier scored 23 points, Alanna Smith added 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 89-75.
Jackson Chourio robbed Royce Lewis of a potential tying homer in the eighth inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers ended the Minnesota Twins' 13-game winning streak with a 5-2 victory.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title.
Pablo López combined with three relievers on a three-hitter as the Minnesota Twins beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-0 on Saturday for their third straight shutout and 13th consecutive victory.
Esme Murphy speaks with both DFL and GOP House leaders on the issue of health insurance for the undocumented.
While outside this spring, it's easy to forget about a small biting inconvenience. But May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Lyme disease, its symptoms and the importance of tick bite prevention.
A woman with Lyme disease went misdiagnosed for over a decade.
Former Rep. Dean Phillips reflects on his 2024 presidential run, and his frustrations with the Democratic party.
Esme Murphy talks with former Congressman Dean Phillips about his run for the presidency and whether he will return to politics.
There are more than 20,000 artifacts in the Minnesota Fishing Museum, from old-time rods and reels to vintage lures and motors. What's unique is that everything was donated.
Beth and Eric Engstrom always knew they wanted a farm, but they never dreamed they'd fill it with non-traditional farm critters.
Small towns can offer a variety of businesses, but rarely will you come across one with full-grown dinosaur fossils. That's now the case in Blue Earth, Minnesota.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
Birthmarks are often harmless, but their origins have puzzled doctors for years.
Minnesota is in the midst of a sizzling stretch of summer-like weather. Something unique for this time of year.
Has this happened to you: You make a new password, but then you forget it. So, you reset it. But soon you forget that password as well, starting painful loop of repeatedly making new passwords that you struggle to remember.
If it's felt pretty breezy lately, you're not imagining it. Spring and fall tend to be Minnesota's windier seasons.
"Often times when our body is fighting off any sort of illness or infection, our nutritional needs become elevated," explained Sarah Harbeck, a registered and licensed dietician at M Health Fairview.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner says Tuesday is looking to be a washout, and the Twin Cities could see more than 2 inches of rain over the course of the next few days.
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.
Rain will return Monday night and continue through midweek.
More soaking rain is on the way for the Twin Cities this week.
More soaking rain is on the way for the Twin Cities this week.
In a new survey, more than half said they lean on their snooze alarms, and users spend an average of 11 minutes snoozing beyond their alarm time.
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner says Tuesday is looking to be a washout, and the Twin Cities could see more than 2 inches of rain over the course of the next few days.
Rain will return Monday night and continue through midweek.
Leaders from all over the world, including right here in Minnesota, are sending well wishes to the former president after his announcement over the weekend.
Monday is the official end of the regular session for the Minnesota House and Senate. But there's still plenty of work to be done.