U.S. launches strikes on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities, Trump says
President Trump told the nation that "Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated."
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President Trump told the nation that "Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated."
President Trump announced earlier Saturday night that the U.S. had launched strikes against three Iranian nuclear sites.
Congress members offered a split response after President Trump's announcement that the U.S. had launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities.
Overnight Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Tel Aviv and Haifa injuring at least 23 people, the vast majority of them lightly wounded. There are now concerns of more attacks and an escalating war. Also, concern for attacks on Jewish people and Jewish organizations worldwide. Steve Hunegs, the Executive Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, speaks with WCCO's Esme Murphy.
The U.S. has bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities. President Trump said the objective of the strikes was to end Iran's nuclear threat. As CBS' Cristian Benavides reports, this came nine days after Israel first launched its offensive against the Islamic nation. (edited)
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee's announcement comes days after confusion about whether the U.S. government would be assisting American citizens evacuating from Israel.
American cyclist Ian Andersen said Iranians' warm welcome and hospitality changed abruptly when Israel started bombing.
President Donald Trump says he'll decide within two weeks about whether or not to order U.S. strikes on Iran.
U.S. airlines, including United Airlines and American Airlines, are suspending flights to parts of the Middle East amid the conflict between Israel and Iran.
While President Trump does not appear to be giving up on diplomacy as he weighs whether to join Israel in its offensive against Iran, there are Minnesotans worried about their families across the ocean.
President Trump does not appear to be giving up on diplomacy as he weighs whether to join Israel in its offensive against Iran. At the same time, there are Minnesotans worried about their families in Iran. Erin Hassanzadeh talked with some Minnesotans watching what's happening and worried about relatives in Iran.
For one Minnesota family, the conflict between Israel and Iran is hitting incredibly close to home after their son unintentionally found himself in the middle of it all.
The conflict in the Middle East couldn't be closer to home for one Minnesota family, whose son is stranded in the middle of it all. Adam Duxter shares how it all happened, and how strangers are working to get him to safety.
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
President Trump said Wednesday that he had not yet decided whether the U.S. military would join Israel's ongoing attacks on Iran, and he didn't believe it was too late to reach a deal with the Islamic Republic on its nuclear program.
As Israel continues striking Iran, Trump says he's still considering whether the U.S. military should provide direct support in an increasingly deadly war.
For one Minnesota family, the conflict overseas is hitting incredibly close to home after their son unintentionally found himself in the middle of it all.
President Trump is facing another major decision. Sources say he's considering whether the U.S. should join Israel in strikes against Iran's nuclear sites.
As the sun comes up over Tel Aviv, there are growing signs that the U.S. military could join the fight between Israel and Iran. On social media Tuesday, President Trump taunted the Iranian leader as an "easy target" and called for the country's "unconditional surrender" in all caps. CBS' Taurean Small has the latest on this developing conflict tonight from Washington.
Several Minnesota residents are among the nearly 40,000 tourists stranded in Israel as the country's war with Iran rages.
All airlines have canceled flights to and from Israel amid its war with Iran, stranding tens of thousands of Americans. That includes many Minnesota families, who told WCCO’s Jonah Kaplan about their nightly experience running to the bomb shelters.
President Trump is cutting short his trip to the G7 summit in Canada due to the Middle East conflict.
Israel attacked Iranian state television after Iran fired another wave of missiles at Israel on the fourth day of open warfare between the regional foes.
The Israelis had the opportunity to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Trump conveyed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that it wasn't a good idea, one U.S. official told CBS News.
The exchange of fire comes as talks on Iran's nuclear program in Oman between the U.S. and Iran were called off.
Vance Boelter, the man convicted on federal charges for last year's deadly attacks on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected back in court Friday for his state case.
Two 20-year-olds have been arrested and charged with hazing and disorderly conduct in relation to the incident.
Minnesota is in between a couple of weak systems, so expect a dry Friday with clouds sticking around for most of it.
As a long baseball season winds down, a new one is heating up for a few Minnesota Twins players: fantasy football.
Maria Grant sustained severe injuries that left her with six staples in her head. She said she's recovering physically, but the emotional toll is only growing with her attacker on the loose.
Vance Boelter, the man convicted on federal charges for last year's deadly attacks on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected back in court Friday for his state case.
Maria Grant sustained severe injuries that left her with six staples in her head. She said she's recovering physically, but the emotional toll is only growing with her attacker on the loose.
A potential merger between Allina and Sutter health has concerned community members pushing for patient and worker protections.
The city council does not have the ability to impeach Mayor Her, based on the city's charter. The charter spells out several conditions that need to be met for a petition to be successful.
One of the big races in the Twin Cities in November is the contest for Hennepin County Attorney.
The dry conditions much of Minnesota saw this summer weren't ideal for most crops, but grapes have flourished.
From weather worries to harvest headaches, growing a produce business is tough work.
WCCO is tracking everything you can go out and do 4 Your Weekend, including local festivals and the start of some fall activities.
The town of Lindstrom, Minnesota, is known for its unique water tower, but an unlikely discovery is bringing back memories of another landmark.
The 1,200 residents who call New Richland, Minnesota, home won't forget Saturday, when nine inches of pouring rain led to flooding in town.
The Wisconsin State Patrol says a trooper is in the hospital with severe injuries after falling off a bridge while attempting to end a pursuit.
In downtown Hudson, Wisconsin, a small gallery is making room for a lot of creativity.
A $1.8 billion project to replace the Blatnik Bridge, which links Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, is now underway.
An 18-year-old man has pleaded guilty to killing 10-year-old Lily Peters in Wisconsin four years ago. He was then given a life sentence with the possibility of extended supervision after 25 years.
A Wisconsin prosecutor says he will not file election bribery charges against billionaire Elon Musk even though the state's bipartisan elections commission said he likely broke state law.
Automotive collision and refinishing students at Dunwoody College in Minneapolis rebuilt a Hyundai Elantra and gave it to Robert Hanson, a U.S. Navy veteran, through the National Auto Body Council's Recycled Rides program.
For years, Keiona Cook has been weaving communities together, teaching kids from North Minneapolis and Edina to sew together. Now she's taking her work to New York for the city's iconic fashion week.
Natalie Flaherty started I Stand With Anne when she was 10. She's now one of this year's Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes winners, an award for people ages 8 to 18 who are making a positive difference.
In downtown Hudson, Wisconsin, a small gallery is making room for a lot of creativity.
The nonprofit opened its Twin Cities doors in 2010 and now runs a seven-woman operation out of a warehouse stocked entirely with what other Minnesotans gave away.
Vance Boelter, the man convicted on federal charges for last year's deadly attacks on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected back in court Friday for his state case.
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, the Republican candidate for governor, says she doesn't back President Trump when it comes to the war with Iran.
The man convicted on federal murder charges for attacking Minnesota lawmakers last year is expected back in court Friday for his state case.
The city council does not have the ability to impeach Mayor Her, based on the city's charter. The charter spells out several conditions that need to be met for a petition to be successful.
St. Paul's police chief is suing the mayor for what he calls her "repeated pattern of sexually harassing conduct." WCCO's Conor Wight took those allegations to the city council.
Tim Wertish and his son drove out to the lot every morning before school. This weekend, nearly 400 classic trucks, pickups and cars go to the highest bidder in Redwood Falls.
Every grain and ingredient that comes through the door is certified gluten-free, co-owner Kasey Pate says, a dedicated facility for a community that lost its taproom when Burning Brothers closed last year.
Sunset to sunrise. Any rain, snow, sleet or hail. And any time you can't clearly make out people and vehicles 500 feet ahead. Three triggers in one statute, and most drivers only know the first one.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services is working with a contractor to correct an autism treatment plan backlog that is frustrating both parents and providers.
You've probably seen THC drinks at Minnesota bars and liquor stores, but those made-in-Minnesota drinks could disappear this winter if new federal rules take effect.
Vance Boelter, the man convicted on federal charges for last year's deadly attacks on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected back in court Friday for his state case.
Maria Grant sustained severe injuries that left her with six staples in her head. She said she's recovering physically, but the emotional toll is only growing with her attacker on the loose.
Hassan Ahmed Hussen pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, are investigating a shooting early Thursday morning near City Hall.
The 81-page guide gives officers tools and best practices for handling these cases, including how officers interact with victim survivors, collect samples, and collect and handle evidence.
A potential merger between Allina and Sutter health has concerned community members pushing for patient and worker protections.
Doctors Council SEIU and Allina Health have been working toward an agreement for three years.
The headlines surrounding Artificial Intelligence's rapid advancement have been tough to digest recently. WCCO wanted to know how to manage anxiety caused by AI.
The virus has struck poultry producers in at least five counties in a single month. Nationally, nearly 23 million turkeys have been put down since 2022 — even as U.S. farmers raise 45 million fewer birds than they did a decade ago.
Officials say that anyone who touched the bat should call 911 and ask to be connected to Animal Care and Control and contact their healthcare provider.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
As a long baseball season winds down, a new one is heating up for a few Minnesota Twins players: fantasy football.
Kyler Murray is grateful to be back with the Minnesota Vikings this week after a concussion forced him out of his first game.
Kirill Kaprizov quickly became close friends with Mats Zuccarello when he joined the Minnesota Wild.
Kayla McBride scored 22 points on 6-for-10 shooting from 3-point range as the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx closed the regular season by cruising to a 86-66 victory that pushed the Indiana Fever into sixth place entering the WNBA playoffs.
The Minnesota State Fire Marshal's Office said its preliminary findings in the investigation into the White Bear Lake house fire that killed NHL journalist Jessi Pierce and her three young children earlier this year was accidental and likely caused by electrical equipment.
One of the big races in the Twin Cities in November is the contest for Hennepin County Attorney.
Former acting U.S. Attorney Anders Folk and DFL state Rep. Cedric Frazier are competing to succeed Mary Moriarty, whose tenure has drawn controversy over sentencing and a Hennepin County investigation into federal agents during Operation Metro Surge.
The constitutional amendment would raise the contribution to schools by $33 per pupil for each school. That would take the fund's current contribution of $68 per pupil to $101 per pupil.
In August, a law changing the age for criminal prosecutions in Minnesota went into effect. The law bars children under 13, no matter how serious the crime, from being prosecuted. It's unclear what will happen to kids now accused of these crimes.
Maryland and New Hampshire have similar laws but carve out exceptions for serious violent crimes like murder and rape; Minnesota's version, effective August 1, 2026, has none.
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Built in 1886, the Prospect House was once a resort hotel. The third floor is preserved to show what the hotel looked like back then, but for Jay Johnson, the real history is in the basement.
For nearly a half century, the Haunted Mansion at the Minnesota State Fair has been scaring people silly.
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The leaves have been changing, the temperature has been dropping, and the pumpkin flavored coffee drinks are flowing.
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If you're buying ground beef at the grocery store, there's a good chance that part of it came from a country outside the United States.
It's the fifth time in six years that Minnesotans are approaching fall during a drought. The time of year is right when homeowners typically start repairing their yards. Is it worth fighting back now or simply waiting until spring?
The first days of school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. New teachers, new classes, maybe even a new building. It can be a lot to manage without a plan.
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Minnesota is in between a couple of weak systems, so expect a dry Friday with clouds sticking around for most of it.
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.
The metro will get a dry yet cloudy end to the work week, says meteorologist Adam Del Rosso.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we will be mostly cloudy overnight and that will carry over into tomorrow.
The dry conditions much of Minnesota saw this summer weren't ideal for most crops, but grapes have flourished.
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, the Republican candidate for governor, says she doesn't back President Trump when it comes to the war with Iran.
A Minnesota sailor living in California came home from nearly a year overseas to find an upsetting surprise.
A woman told police a masked man with a gun grabbed her as she left a business in Roseville, Minnesota, Wednesday, plus more of the day’s top stories.
A.J., Beret and Shayla share their picks for weekend fun across Minnesota.
The man convicted on federal murder charges for attacking Minnesota lawmakers last year is expected back in court Friday for his state case.