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Minnesota's fifth Congressional district is the most Democratic Congressional District in the state, with the nonpartisan Cook report ranking it as a plus 26 -- meaning there are 26% more Democrats than Republicans.
The election is just over eight weeks away and even though the President is trailing in the polls, Democrats are insisting they are not overconfident.
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Shawn Peter Simonson, 51, who's charged with threatening Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
Rep. Ilhan Omar savored a decisive primary victory Wednesday, saying she plans to use her organization to keep President Donald Trump from carrying Minnesota and to keep fighting for deep structural change in America during her second term in Congress.
Rep. Ilhan Omar is about to learn whether voters in her Minneapolis-area congressional district support the mix of confrontational, anti-Trump progressivism and celebrity that she brings to the job.
Days before Minnesota's primary election, another complaint has been filed by the Federal Election Commission against Antone Melton-Meaux.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and her leading opponent, Antone Melton-Meaux, held dueling news conferences Wednesday.
With one week until the primary, Minnesota's DFL Party has filed a federal elections complaint against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's Democratic challenger.
As the Minnesota primary fast approaches, Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced they will endorsing the incumbent DFL congressional representatives for reelection.
Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar is one of the highest-profile members of Congress. The Democrat swept to victory in the fifth District two years ago, but now faces a well-funded challenger in next month's primary.
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is facing a challenge from fellow Democrat Antone Melton-Meaux in one of the most closely-watched congressional primaries in the country -- and a new TV ad making serious claims against her.
Several prominent Muslim American elected officials endorsed Joe Biden for president in a letter organized by Emgage Action ahead of an online summit that starts Monday and features the presumptive Democratic nominee.
At least five Democrats are running for Minnesota's fifth Congressional District seat, which is currently held by Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Rep. John Lewis, a Civil Rights leader and longtime congressman, passed away in Atlanta late Friday night.
WCCO's Frank Vascellaro had the chance to sit down with the political newcomer who has a number of prominent Democrats backing him.
Former Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders has endorsed Minnesota's Ilhan Omar for reelection to the U.S. Congress.
Another round of $130 billion of loan money is available to help small businesses during the pandemic.
Rep. Ilhan Omar announced Thursday a bill to provide jobs to Americans in areas suffering from high unemployment.
In the wake of his death, some in the Somali community talking about how the virus has hit them hard.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar announced Monday night that her father, Nur Omar Mohamed, has passed away from complications of COVID-19.
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is defending her message of dismantling the Minneapolis Police Department.
In response to the death of George Floyd, Rep. Ilhan Omar announced four bills designed to address police accountability, governmental response, and economic relief for impacted communities.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, whose represents the congressional district affected by the protests as well as where Floyd lost his life, posted a series of tweets Wednesday night.
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar told a British newspaper that she believes Tara Reade, the former Senate staffer who's accused Joe Biden of sexual assault.
First-term U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has won the DFL endorsement to run in the August primary election for the Minneapolis congressional seat long held by Democrats.
On the surface, Tom Truszinski had things all figured out. A successful career, a marriage and a growing family. Some would even say to get there, he'd beat the odds. One parent died young and another was an addict. On the outside, he had it all together.
Minnesota's ties to slavery, the Civil War and the Juneteenth holiday sent many to Fort Snelling for a tour on Friday.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
Minnesota's ties to slavery, the Civil War and the Juneteenth holiday sent many to Fort Snelling for a tour on Friday.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
After spending months helping immigrant families weather the economic fallout of federal immigration enforcement operations in the Twin Cities, Smitten Kitten is asking the community for help sustaining itself.
One of the several events taking place in the Twin Cities to celebrate Juneteenth on Friday is at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A police officer was shot in the southern Minnesota city of St. Peter Thursday night, authorities said.
One of five cannabis testing sites in Minnesota is shutting down, citing exorbitant costs as the reason.
Minnesota's job growth outpaced national rates in May, while the state's unemployment rate ticked down slightly, according to data released Thursday.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman, and Ken Chesebro entered not guilty pleas in Dane County Circuit Court on Tuesday to 11 felony forgery charges tied to a scheme to submit false electoral certificates to Congress after Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020.
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Hannah Dugan's obstruction of justice conviction will stand, rejecting her legal team's argument that a recent appeals court ruling should have invalidated the case.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
A man serving a life sentence in a Wisconsin prison for killing six hunters during a confrontation over trespassing in 2004 has died, officials said.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
On the Lake Harriet shoreline in Minneapolis Saturday evening, dozens of children picked up a fishing rod for the first time.
Hours after the announcement, community members were eager to learn more about the one challenged with leading the most scrutinized police department in the country.
Created by Freedom Reads, a nonprofit organization in Connecticut, the Inside Literary Prize is the first major U.S. book award decided exclusively by incarcerated readers.
A 23-year-old man from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, faces a criminal vehicular homicide charge after prosecutors say he hit and killed a person on a highway, then fled.
In Minnesota, Democratic U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Minnesota DFL Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are both vying for a U.S. Senate seat. The candidates debated several issues, including immigration enforcement, on Twin Cities PBS's "Almanac" on Friday. On the Republican side, Adam Schwarze, Michele Tafoya and Royce White are three other candidates running for the seat.
"This is considered the world's most luxurious plane," the president said in front of the enormous new jet.
A senior Justice Department official called a judge's demand for a declaration on the status of the "anti-weaponization" fund "unnecessary."
Trump has appeared during the Iran war to lose patience with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who may now find himself "stuck."
A change of plans for the vice president as JD Vance is no longer traveling to Switzerland to lead talks with Iran.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The dream of a woman in Minnesota started with excitement, but quickly unraveled into loss after she said she fell victim to a scheme that targeted more than 30 Spanish speakers.
For years, it was all hands on deck; a business model buoyed by a bevy of free time that sent sales surging in a way never before seen. But as Minnesota enters lake season, outdoor sales for boats, jet skis and more have almost dropped anchor.
Jester Concepts' Monday announcement noted that Borough will mark its remaining five weeks of service through June 27 with events celebrating the restaurant's history, and it encouraged customers to reserve tables during the final weeks.
According to court documents filed late last month, 34-year-old Kenneth Mills faces four counts of third-degree burglary and a count of possession of burglary or theft tools.
McKenna Wendel was last seen alive on March 14 and her body was found outside Brookings, an hour's drive north of Sioux Falls, on March 19.
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
A Twin Cities man is accused of stealing his dog from an animal hospital after it had been deemed dangerous and ordered to be euthanized by officials.
If the case is moved to federal jurisdiction, it will still be prosecuted by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
Emily Pearson has a rare genetic disorder that causes severe, painful reactions to sunlight.
Jenn Glass has been taking a GLP-1 since last November. The 53-year-old mother of three has already lost more than 30 pounds, but she's focused on something beyond the number on the scale.
It's a gruesome problem impacting livestock in southern states and veterinarians worry it could come to Minnesota.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
HCMC in Minneapolis got what they wanted, a large financial boost from lawmakers, and now the leaders of Minnesota's busiest trauma hospital say they'll put their money where their mouths are and get to work restructuring finances.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
Twin Cities native Michael Larsen, better known as Eyedea, made a name for himself with his freestyle battle rap skills and as one-half of the duo Eyedea & Abilities.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
The Special Olympic USA Games are nearly underway in the Twin Cities, with thousands of athletes from across the country competing. That includes one Minnesota flag football star nicknamed "Havoc."
Jake Golday will likely spend most of his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings on special teams while serving as the top backup inside linebacker.
The Minnesota Twins got off to another fast start and completed a three-game series sweep in Texas.
After disputes about ballots and concerns about voting totals, businessman Kendall Qualls won the endorsement.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
Minnesota's election season officially kicks off this week as both major parties hold conventions to endorse candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, with competitive battles on the Republican side and clearer paths for Democrats.
Both parties begin the endorsement process today in Rochester and Duluth, with the August primary just two months away.
Friday, the Democratic and Republican parties begin the process of endorsing nominees for statewide offices.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Nearly 40 years ago, a building was sent over piece by piece from Norway to a farm in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It's one of the only stabburs in the United States.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
The sign is 51 feet tall and 63 feet wide. And when it was built 85 years ago it was one of the largest neon signs in the entire country.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
Milder winters mean more ticks survive to the following spring, and a southern species that can trigger a red meat allergy is now gaining ground in Minnesota as a result.
She didn't win her party's endorsement, but Republican Lisa Demuth plans to keep running for governor anyway. History shows that might actually work in her favor.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
There will be a light breeze and high temperatures in the 70s across much of Minnesota on Saturday, NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says.
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.
Severe storms rolled through communities around the Twin Cities on Friday afternoon and evening. As Ubah Ali explains, they hit hard and moved fast.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A line of storms that have been moving through central Minnesota on Friday afternoon and evening will be out of the area by 10:00 p.m.
Two NFL players and a Minnesota Senate president, all graduates of Minneapolis North, returned to their neighborhood to run a football clinic for local kids.
There will be a light breeze and high temperatures in the 70s across much of Minnesota on Saturday, NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says.
In Minnesota, Democratic U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Minnesota DFL Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are both vying for a U.S. Senate seat. The candidates debated several issues, including immigration enforcement, on Twin Cities PBS's "Almanac" on Friday. On the Republican side, Adam Schwarze, Michele Tafoya and Royce White are three other candidates running for the seat.
Severe storms rolled through communities around the Twin Cities on Friday afternoon and evening. As Ubah Ali explains, they hit hard and moved fast.
A line of storms that have been moving through central Minnesota on Friday afternoon and evening will be out of the area by 10:00 p.m.