Springfield, Ohio, schools ramp up security after false claims, bomb threats
Gov. Mike DeWine announced Monday he's sending three dozen state troopers to be stationed around Springfield schools.
Watch CBS News
Gov. Mike DeWine announced Monday he's sending three dozen state troopers to be stationed around Springfield schools.
On "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sen. JD Vance condemned the threat of violence in Springfield, Ohio, despite amplifying the false claims.
The two presidential candidates are on opposite sides of the country again on Friday in swing states with just 53 days to go until the election. And don’t expect the opponents to face off again in a debate.
The race for the White House is back in high gear on Thursday, with both campaigns taking their message to battleground voters.
The race for the White House is back in high gear on Thursday, with both campaigns taking their message to battleground voters.
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is history. And many analysts say there was a clear winner.
Millions tuned in for this first-ever face-off between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. Did either do enough to change the race for the White House? That's what our team is here to help you figure out.
The viral claim about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, has garnered millions of views on X, and former President Donald Trump repeated it in the debate.
Minnesota’s governor spoke to local labor leaders in the Twin Cities before heading to Laborfest in Milwaukee on Monday.
In a new interview on CNN, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he's proud of his son Gus, whose emotional moment at the Democratic National Convention went viral.
In a new interview on CNN, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he's proud of his son, whose emotional moment at the Democratic National Convention went viral.
In their first televised interview as Democratic presidential running mates, Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced more questions about Walz's military service.
Former President Donald Trump hosted a town hall in La Crosse, Wisconsin on Thursday alongside former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard.
Donald Trump campaigned Thursday in Michigan and Wisconsin as the former president ramps up battleground state travel heading into the traditional Labor Day turn toward the fall election.
CNN’s chief political correspondent and anchor Dana Bash will sit down on Thursday evening with Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz in their first interview together as running mates.
With 10 weeks to go until Election Day, Pronto Pups at the Minnesota State Fair come with a side of presidential politics.
The U.S. House’s top Republican made a stop in Minneapolis on Sunday, visiting the former 3rd Precinct building to call out Gov. Tim Walz for his response to the riots following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
In addition to criticism at the national level, local Republicans are hitting on Gov. Tim Walz's record, too.
Gov. Walz's security detail has been stepped up dramatically since he officially accepted the nomination for Democratic vice presidential nomination.
Tim Walz stepped into the national spotlight on Wednesday night when he accepted the vice presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention.
Most Democrats think Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, will fight for people like them.
Minnesota’s governor will take center stage on Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Minnesota’s governor will formally accept the nomination for vice president on Wednesday night in Chicago on day three of the Democratic National Convention.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has agreed to a debate hosted by CBS on October first, but Republican nominee JD Vance has yet to respond. Meanwhile, both presidential nominees are back on the campaign trail. As Natalie Brand reports, your money is the main message.
Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance agreed to participate in a vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News on Oct. 1 in New York City.
It's ironic that in a place and time meant for rest — our beds — anxiety-inducing thoughts prevent its purpose.
Inside Minneapolis American Indian Center, building trust and community safety is at the top of mind Tuesday night.
Dozens of Minnesota students took a terrifying turn this week when their school bus suddenly left the road and plowed its way through a field.
The Wisconsin State Patrol says the crash happened on County Highway B at the interchange of Interstate 94 in Dunn County near Menomonie just before 4 p.m.
The Minnesota United have six games to go in the regular season and are fighting for a postseason berth.
Inside Minneapolis American Indian Center, building trust and community safety is at the top of mind Tuesday night.
Dozens of Minnesota students took a terrifying turn this week when their school bus suddenly left the road and plowed its way through a field.
In total, more than 6% of the population in Minnesota is Hispanic. As the population grows, businesses grow too.
An annual Twin Cities winter tradition will look different next year thanks to a new partnership.
A 22-year-old woman has been charged in connection to a hit-and-run in downtown Minneapolis over the weekend which killed a 16-year-old girl and injured five others.
A North Branch man faces multiple charges in connection with a crash that seriously injured a 6-year-old and hurt three others north of the Twin Cities on Saturday.
September has been a very dry month in Minnesota. Here's how it compares to the driest on record.
St. Cloud police are investigating a shooting that injured a 20-year-old man Sunday morning.
A North Mankato man was taken into custody on suspicion of driving drunk early Sunday after he escaped his SUV before it was struck by a Union Pacific train.
There have been 193 road and bridge projects statewide this season, plus another 54 projects to improve airports, water ports, railroad crossings and transit infrastructure.
The Wisconsin State Patrol says the crash happened on County Highway B at the interchange of Interstate 94 in Dunn County near Menomonie just before 4 p.m.
A judge denied Robert F. Kennedy's request Monday to erase his name from the presidential ballot in swing state Wisconsin, ruling that state law requires candidates to remain on the ballot unless they die.
One person is dead after a pickup truck crashed into a western Wisconsin apartment building on Friday.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court wrestled Tuesday with whether a Republican had standing to bring a lawsuit that challenges the use of a mobile voting van in 2022 and seeks to ban their use in any future election in the presidential battleground state.
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000.
Walter Rouse told his coaches he doesn't want to miss out on any chance to give back to his new community while he's wearing the Vikings jersey.
A group of people from Twin Cities churches walked the streets of north Minneapolis Sunday spreading a message of hope.
Among those participating are Target, Target Field, IDS Center, Capella Tower, Minneapolis Convention Center and the Interstate 35W Bridge.
By all indications, St. Paul's Express Bike Shop lives up to its name, selling and repairing bikes, but there's so much more to what they do.
The move comes after the Minnesota Star Tribune published previously unreported court filings detailing several accusations against Rep. Jeff Dotseth, R-Kettle River, who is seeking a second term in the legislature.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to a National Association of Black Journalists panel in Philadelphia on Tuesday.
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.
The Minnesota Secretary of State's office said it updated its review process for applicants automatically registering to vote when they get their state-issued ID in order to prevent errors.
Gov. Mike DeWine announced Monday he's sending three dozen state troopers to be stationed around Springfield schools.
The federal funds rate currently stands at a 5.25% to 5.50% range — the highest in more than 20 years — and there are expectations that the Fed will reduce the rate by 25 basis points.
The holiday season is just around the corner and Target is preparing to the tune of around 100,000 seasonal workers.
The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.
A scheme is hitting email inboxes across the country that uses public images of people's homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
The average wholesale price for a dozen large Grade A eggs is now over $4.
Inside Minneapolis American Indian Center, building trust and community safety is at the top of mind Tuesday night.
A North Branch man faces multiple charges in connection with a crash that seriously injured a 6-year-old and hurt three others north of the Twin Cities on Saturday.
An early morning shootout has left two Iowa police officers hospitalized and a suspect dead.
A 22-year-old woman has been charged in connection to a hit-and-run in downtown Minneapolis over the weekend which killed a 16-year-old girl and injured five others.
This is the 18th homicide in St. Paul this year.
It's ironic that in a place and time meant for rest — our beds — anxiety-inducing thoughts prevent its purpose.
Allergy season is upon us and this season is expected to be a doozy. Wet rain means more mold, and this summer has been plenty wet.
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Among those participating are Target, Target Field, IDS Center, Capella Tower, Minneapolis Convention Center and the Interstate 35W Bridge.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Tuesday after he was taken into custody in New York.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Emmy Awards.
Currently, there's a small indie film being shot down in southern Minnesota, one gearing up for production in Duluth and even a couple more indie films slated for the rest of the year.
Former President Donald Trump declared "I hate Taylor Swift!" in a Truth Social post Sunday, days after she endorsed Kamala Harris.
The Minnesota United have six games to go in the regular season and are fighting for a postseason berth.
Willi Castro hit a two-run homer, Matt Wallner had two RBIs and the Minnesota Twins bounced back from a crushing loss in the series opener to beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 and stay locked into the final AL wild card.
Napheesa Collier scored 25 points and passed to Bridget Carleton for the go-ahead 3-pointer with 3.4 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Connecticut Sun 78-76 on Tuesday night to secure the No. 2 seed in the WNBA playoffs.
Napheesa Collier has raised her play even higher after helping the United States win its eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal.
Police reports say a man charged with stalking UConn basketball star Paige Bueckers was found with an engagement ring and lingerie when he was arrested near a Connecticut airport.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Some analysts, including some Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is history. And many analysts say there was a clear winner.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
Small towns in rural America often get overlooked. As their population shrinks, their history can fade. But you could say Arco remains rock solid in western Minnesota.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
It's estimated that at least half of all fairgoers visit the Miracle of Birth Center, making it one of the most popular exhibits at the fair—and one of the most educational.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
It's ironic that in a place and time meant for rest — our beds — anxiety-inducing thoughts prevent its purpose.
While many are out enjoying summer's scorching finale, hardware stores are thinking two seasons ahead.
It's only a matter of time before the leaves drop. You may think they shrivel up and fall in the wind, but that's not the whole story.
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we are in for another warm night tonight.
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.
Tomorrow will be another warm, summerlike day with highs to soar to the mid-80s again.
It's going to be another hot evening, but there's some rain in the forecast for later this week.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says temperatures will take a step back toward fall-like this coming weekend, but until then highs should still reach the 80s.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we are in for another warm night tonight.
Each was selected as the team with the best sportsmanship in their respective regions.
Right as people get comfortable at night in bed, discomfort can begin in their minds. Suddenly they're stuck on a thought and struggling to sleep. Odds are you've been there before. WCCO'S Jeff Wagner learned how to help you quiet your mind.
A popular northern lakes bar is closed after a fire caused half a million dollars in damages.
Crews are trying to figure out why it happened but say no one was hurt.