At least 1 dead after a house explosion in South St. Paul
At least one person is dead after a large house fire broke out Thursday morning in South St. Paul.
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How did pumpkins become the symbol of Halloween?
Like trees for Christmas, or eggs for Easter, pumpkins pop up everywhere around Halloween. But how did pumpkins become the symbol of Halloween? Good Question.
Good Question: How do Minnesota apples get from the orchard to the store?
All of the picking is done by hand to protect the fruit.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of Oct. 9, 2023
Heather Brown has the latest headlines.
How did pumpkin spice become the flavor of fall?
It seems like everyone is selling something pumpkin spice these days.
Good Question: Amid Hispanic Heritage Month, What's Minnesota's Latino History?
Hispanic Heritage Month is being celebrated across the country through October 15. It's a time to recognize the cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. In Minnesota, that's a population that's diverse and growing. So, what is Minnesota's Latino history? And, what does the population look like now? Good Questions.
4 things to know from Sept. 22, 2023
Heather Brown has the 4 things to know for Friday.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of Sept. 22, 2023
Heather Brown has the latest headlines Friday morning.
Good luck in your next adventure, Riley!
It's meteorologist Riley O'Connor's last day at WCCO -- kind of. He's expected to contribute in the future. We wish him all the best in his next step.
Goin’ to the Lake: A.J. Hilton and Heather Brown visit Crosby
Thursday we're celebrating the heritage of a small town just about two hours north of the Twin Cities. That's where we'll find our A.J. Hilton and Heather Brown. Check out all the Crosby segments from WCCO Mid-Morning.
Goin' to the Lake: On the road to Brainerd Lakes Area
Heather and A.J. are on their way to the Brainerd Lakes Area, and they're giving us a look at their road trip.
Happy birthday, Heather Brown!
Today, we celebrate all things Heather Brown.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of March 31, 2023
Heather Brown has the latest headlines for Friday.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of Jan. 11, 2023
Heather Brown has the latest headlines.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of Dec. 20, 2022
Heather Brown has the latest headlines.
WCCO digital headlines: Morning of Dec. 16, 2022
Heather Brown has the latest headlines.
Table talk: What’s the first or worst job you’ve had?
Get to know the Morning Update team.
Favorite hobbies: Heather Brown has an ice rink in backyard
Here on the Morning Update, we’re getting to know each other! Heather Brown and A.J. Hilton talked about their favorite hobbies.
Expanded "Morning Update" show debuts at 7 a.m.!
Bigger show. New time! Watch the new WCCO Morning Update Live on CBS News Minnesota, weekday mornings at 7 a.m. Check out the full debut show with Heather Brown and A.J. Hilton.
Morning Update: Oct. 4, 2022
An update on a mental health workers’ strike, a Chicago man will learn his fate for murdering a father in a fit of road rage in Plymouth, and more.
Morning Update: Sept. 26, 2022
Heather Brown has the latest headlines on the Morning Update.
Morning Update: Sept. 19, 2022
The eyes of the world are on Britain this morning as the world says a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth. Locally, teammates and classmates continue to rally around a Bloomington teen paralyzed after a severe football injury.
WCCO crew shares their back to school pics from back in the day
It's back to school time for many, so the morning crew is sharing their past back to school pics!
Morning Update: Sept. 2, 2022
It’s feel good Friday, so we want to hear some positive stories from you! Plus, we’re looking at events for the final Friday of the State Fair, and the latest news.
WCCO digital update: Morning of Sept. 2, 2022
Heather Brown has the latest headlines.
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NEXT Weather: After above average Monday, temps will yo-yo throughout week
Monday will bring some sunshine and highs slightly above average, but a weak cold front will arrive in the afternoon, dropping temps back below freezing.
Vikings beat Raiders 3-0 in lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years
Minnesota and Las Vegas played the lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years, with Greg Joseph's 36-yard field goal with 1:57 left giving the Vikings a 3-0 victory over the Raiders.
Gustavsson gets 2nd shutout of the season as Wild hand Kraken 8th straight loss with 3-0 win
Filip Gustavsson stopped 24 shots for his second shutout of the season, and the Minnesota Wild beat Seattle 3-0 to hand the Kraken their eighth straight loss.
U of M community comes together for menorah lighting
University of Minnesota's Jewish community gathers for a menorah lighting amid the spread of antisemitism and Islamophobia on college campuses.
St. Thomas Academy's Crack Drill Squad celebrates 87 years
A tradition of precision and performance: 87 years of the STA Crack Drill Squad.
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U of M community comes together for menorah lighting
University of Minnesota's Jewish community gathers for a menorah lighting amid the spread of antisemitism and Islamophobia on college campuses.
St. Thomas Academy's Crack Drill Squad celebrates 87 years
A tradition of precision and performance: 87 years of the STA Crack Drill Squad.
Roseville teen found not guilty due to mental illness in attack on family
A Roseville teenager has been found not guilty by reason of mental illness or cognitive impairment in connection with an attack on his family that left his grandmother dead and multiple others injured.
Owatonna man killed in single-vehicle crash in Bloomington
A driver from Owatonna died after a single-vehicle crash in Bloomington Saturday night.
13-year-old girl hurt in Minneapolis shooting
The girl was taken to North Memorial Health Hospital and is expected to recover.
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20-year-old killed in crash in Itasca County
State patrol is saying a 20-year-old Hibbing man has been killed in a car crash.
Minnesota launches task force focused on problems facing rural EMS
See how a new task force deals with problems facing rural Minnesota EMS.
Two suspects arrested in Eveleth assault and kidnapping case
Two men were arrested and booked into the St. Louis County Jail in Duluth in connection with a kidnapping and assault in Eveleth.
University of Minnesota Medical School to expand program to St. Cloud
St. Cloud will soon be home to a new University of Minnesota Medical School campus.
Brandon Williams-Gillard found guilty in Duluth drive-by shooting that killed 1, injured another
A 25-year-old man was found guilty on Thursday for shooting a teenager and injuring another in Duluth this summer.
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Wisconsin university system reaches deal with Republicans to scale back diversity positions
The Universities of Wisconsin and Assembly Republican Speaker Robin Vos have reached a sweeping deal that would freeze hiring for diversity positions across the system in exchange for lawmakers approving employee pay raises and funding for a new engineering building at the flagship campus.
Gov. Evers vetoes Wisconsin bill banning gender-affirming care for kids
The veto was expected from Evers, who has vowed to strike down any proposals from the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature that he deems harmful to LGBTQ+ youth.
Wisconsin judge reaffirms July ruling that state law permits consensual abortions
A Wisconsin judge has reaffirmed her ruling this summer that state law permits consensual medical abortions, handing abortion rights advocates a massive victory.
Wisconsin Gov. Evers signs off on $500M plan to fund repairs and upgrades at Brewers stadium
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has signed a bill that spends half-a-billion in taxpayer dollars to help the Milwaukee Brewers cover stadium repairs over the next decade.
Limp Bizkit (and Corey Feldman) coming to Somerset Amphitheater next July
Limp Bizkit — under frontman Fred Durst — burned bright and fast during the waning years of the 1990s, most notoriously urging disgruntled crowds at the 1999 edition of Woodstock to "Break Stuff."
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Lack of cold weather impacting cold weather businesses
A few cold weather business are starting to suffer from our unseasonable warm start to winter.
Snowy roads cause accidents, spinouts
Minnesota State Patrol says there were a number of crashes and spinouts on our roads.
Nordic skiers get a snowy start to the season opener
Nordic skiers rejoice at the opener in Elm Creek.
Beloved friend and community member killed, neighborhood devastated
Family, friends and community gather to honor a pillar of the Loring Park neighborhood who was killed Friday night.
Designer of new Minnesota state seal "honored" the commission chose his work
Ross Bruggink is a designer by trade. So, when the state commission tasked with choosing a new flag and seal solicited ideas, his vision came to him pretty quickly.
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Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
Minnesota launches task force focused on problems facing rural EMS
See how a new task force deals with problems facing rural Minnesota EMS.
Designer of new Minnesota state seal "honored" the commission chose his work
Ross Bruggink is a designer by trade. So, when the state commission tasked with choosing a new flag and seal solicited ideas, his vision came to him pretty quickly.
Wisconsin university system reaches deal with Republicans to scale back diversity positions
The Universities of Wisconsin and Assembly Republican Speaker Robin Vos have reached a sweeping deal that would freeze hiring for diversity positions across the system in exchange for lawmakers approving employee pay raises and funding for a new engineering building at the flagship campus.
Hunter Biden faces new federal charges
Late Thursday, prosecutors formally charged President Joe Biden's son with evading federal taxes.
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How to make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season
How can you make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season? Some experts weigh in.
St. Paul to use $1 million in federal funds to help residents with medical debt
People living in St. Paul with medical debt will see some relief in the new year thanks to the budget passed Wednesday.
Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
Minnesota's one-time tax rebate will be federally taxed, Gov. Walz says he's "deeply disappointed"
More than 2 million Minnesotans received anywhere from $260 to $1,300 in tax rebate payments, as part of the $3 billion One Minnesota budget, signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz in May.
Metro Transit to enforce fare payment, issue $35 citations starting Monday
Starting Monday, Metro Transit will start issuing citations and fining people who have not paid their fare.
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Roseville teen found not guilty due to mental illness in attack on family
A Roseville teenager has been found not guilty by reason of mental illness or cognitive impairment in connection with an attack on his family that left his grandmother dead and multiple others injured.
13-year-old girl hurt in Minneapolis shooting
The girl was taken to North Memorial Health Hospital and is expected to recover.
Convicted Air Force major blames wife for fight that led to her death
Years after a millionaire mom was killed, her husband breaks his silence, offering a unique self-defense claim at his murder trial.
Beloved friend and community member killed, neighborhood devastated
Family, friends and community gather to honor a pillar of the Loring Park neighborhood who was killed Friday night.
Minnesota man arrested after impaling grocery worker with golf club: Police
The suspect barricaded himself in an apartment after the incident, sparking an hours-long standoff with Minneapolis Police.
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Las Vegas family moves to Minnesota for lifesaving care for baby girl
Before she was even born, Athena Omoto had the odds stacked against her.
1-year-old Minnesota boy dies after RSV infection
The Minnesota Department of Health reports RSV hospitalization rates have increased substantially in the past week. Most cases involve babies and toddlers ages four and under.
Minnesota launches task force focused on problems facing rural EMS
See how a new task force deals with problems facing rural Minnesota EMS.
University of Minnesota Medical School to expand program to St. Cloud
St. Cloud will soon be home to a new University of Minnesota Medical School campus.
FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
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Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
Target Field trifecta: Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller Band to play ballpark next year
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
Daddy Yankee says he's retiring from music to focus on his faith
Daddy Yankee, the iconic reggaeton superstar, announced his plans to focus on his faith during his final musical performance Sunday in Puerto Rico.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
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Vikings beat Raiders 3-0 in lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years
Minnesota and Las Vegas played the lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years, with Greg Joseph's 36-yard field goal with 1:57 left giving the Vikings a 3-0 victory over the Raiders.
Gustavsson gets 2nd shutout of the season as Wild hand Kraken 8th straight loss with 3-0 win
Filip Gustavsson stopped 24 shots for his second shutout of the season, and the Minnesota Wild beat Seattle 3-0 to hand the Kraken their eighth straight loss.
St. Thomas Academy's Crack Drill Squad celebrates 87 years
A tradition of precision and performance: 87 years of the STA Crack Drill Squad.
Vikings beat Raiders 3-0 in lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years
Minnesota and Las Vegas played the lowest-scoring NFL game in 16 years, with Greg Joseph's 36-yard field goal with 1:57 left giving the Vikings a 3-0 victory over the Raiders on Sunday.
Vikings OC Wes Phillips arrested for DWI, will still travel with team to Las Vegas
Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips was arrested on Friday night for a misdemeanor DWI.
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Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota.
Minnesota’s agricultural zones are changing with climate
For years, the Twin Cities and the area surrounding it was in growing zone 4. Now new maps from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows us in Zone 5A.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into (part 3)
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. The impact is enormous on the state's $21 billion farm economy. Soybeans have now eclipsed corn, wheat and alfalfa as Minnesota's number one cash crop. Click here to see the full story.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into (part 2)
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota. But what does this mean for you? According to Julie Weisenhorn, an extension educator of horticulture at the University of Minnesota, this hardiness change opens the possibilities for metro gardeners. Click here to see the full story.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into (part 1)
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota. WCCO's Director of Meteorology and NEXT Weather Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak said these changes are happening faster in Northern areas like ours. Click here for the full story.
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Montevideo company makes custom-made fish houses fit for royalty
A Montevideo company's fish houses have become a popular sight in the "Land of 10,000 frozen lakes."
This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
"The Mary Tyler Moore Show" continues to leave its mark on Minneapolis half a century later
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an iconic show from the 70s put Minneapolis on the map, and why this year marks a special anniversary in the show's history.
Finding Minnesota: For 4 decades, Dennis Foy has painted commemorative Vikings game footballs
For nearly 40 years, Dennis Foy has been on the receiving end of footballs from the Vikings. They send him dozens each season along with emails about whose name they want on the game ball, and what they want it to say.
Jasper man's old-school windmill collection draws visitors from across the country
In 1999, Terry Rodman built a windmill for his wife, from scratch. Then, to balance things out, he put up a farm windmill — and people around Jasper, took notice.
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How to make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season
How can you make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season? Some experts weigh in.
Why do stores keep extending their holiday sales? Good question.
Some shoppers enjoy taking advantage of the extended sales, while others say it's just holiday noise.
What does the appendix do and why are we fine without it?
Stephen Colbert is away from late-night TV following emergency surgery last week — the comedian's appendix burst. That made us wonder: What does the appendix do for our body? And why are we fine without it? Good Question. Jeff Wagner explains the mystery behind the tiny organ.
Is a dessert bar a cookie?
Heather Brown confers with some culinary experts to find the definitive answer!
Could November's minimal snow total impact December's output? Good Question.
The fluffy four-tenths of an inch that fell last Saturday kept the Twin Cities from notching a record of a snowless November.
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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.
Northern Lights in Minnesota: Dec. 1, 2023
For two nights in a row, the northern lights danced overhead in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, and WCCO viewers sent in their best photos.
Northern Lights over Minnesota and Wisconsin: Nov. 30, 2023
Some WCCO viewers shared marvelous photos of Thursday night's northern lights.
Items sold at "The Fashion of Prince" auction
Here's a look at some of the hot items on auction at "The Fashion of Prince."
Minnesota state flag and seal submissions: The good, the bad, and the loony
Minnesota leaders tasked the state's residents with helping to reimagine the state's flag and emblem. The citizenry has delivered, with designs running the gamut of reverent to just plain ridiculous.
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NEXT Weather: After above average Monday, temps will yo-yo throughout week
Monday will bring some sunshine and highs slightly above average, but a weak cold front will arrive in the afternoon, dropping temps back below freezing.
What is Next Weather?
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.
NEXT Weather: 4:30 a.m. report from Dec. 11, 2023
Temperatures will be slightly above average in the Twin Cities Monday, but a weak cold front arriving later will drop highs below freezing on Tuesday.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. forecast from Dec. 10, 2023
WCCO NEXT Weather Meteorologist Lisa Meadows says things will be cold and dry but prepare for a warm-up towards the end of the week.
NEXT Weather: 5:30 p.m. forecast from Dec. 10, 2023
Expect it to be cold and dry but prepare for a warm up towards the end of the week.
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Roseville teen who attacked family found not guilty due to mental illness
A Roseville teen who attacked and killed his grandmother and hurt his other family members will not go to prison.
Monday Motivation: Letters of Love
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield has some stories to get you going on this Monday morning.
Morning headlines from Dec. 11, 2023
A.J. Hilton has the latest headlines.
NEXT Weather: 4:30 a.m. report from Dec. 11, 2023
Temperatures will be slightly above average in the Twin Cities Monday, but a weak cold front arriving later will drop highs below freezing on Tuesday.
Timberwolves' head coach Chris Finch talks about record start
Mike Max sits down with Finch as they talk about Finch's unlikely coaching rise, the team's record start, Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns meshing well and more.