Planned Friday talks between U.S. and Iran postponed
A change of plans for the vice president as JD Vance is no longer traveling to Switzerland to lead talks with Iran.
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A change of plans for the vice president as JD Vance is no longer traveling to Switzerland to lead talks with Iran.
Vice President JD Vance is now calling on Assistant U.S. Attorney General Colin McDonald to investigate if top Minnesota state officials broke the law in the botched response to the state's fraud crisis.
Vice President JD Vance is now calling on Assistant U.S. Attorney General Colin McDonald to investigate if top Minnesota state officials broke the law in the botched response to the state's fraud crisis.
Vice President JD Vance is pressing federal prosecutors to investigate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and state Attorney General Keith Ellison over allegations they failed to stop widespread social services fraud, amplifying concerns the White House will use a new Justice Department division to target political rivals.
Rob Sand rallied a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday.
Democrats, including Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, are accusing the Fraud Task Force of not playing by the rules.
A Minnesota woman plead not guilty Tuesday to leading a $42 million scheme to steal money from a local autism program. WCCO caught up with Shamso Hassan as she left federal court in Minneapolis. She is one of 15 people whose indictments were announced last week by federal officials in Minneapolis. As Esme Murphy reports, just hours later, Minnesota's fraud crisis was front and center in Washington.
Vice President JD Vance claimed Tuesday that the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Rep. Ilhan Omar, while raising questions about immigration fraud and family finances.
With 60 field organizers, 15 offices, and high-seven-figure spending planned, Iowa Democrats are making their most aggressive midterm investment in years as they target open seats for governor and U.S. Senate.
The fraud crisis in Minnesota has been a big focus for the Trump administration, and Vice President JD Vance hosted the first meeting of a new fraud task force Friday at the White House.
Vice President JD Vance hosted the first meeting of the Task Force to eliminate fraud Friday morning at the White House.
The fraud crisis in Minnesota has been a big focus for the Trump administration, and Vice President JD Vance will host the first meeting of a new fraud task force Friday at the White House.
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz laid out his anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday, one day after the White House paused $259 million in federal Medicaid payments to the state until a comprehensive action plan is laid out to fight fraud.
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday — one day after Vice President JD Vance announced the federal government is temporarily halting $259 million in Medicaid funding to the state.
Fraudsters have stolen millions in taxpayer money in Minnesota, putting pressure on lawmakers to find fixes.
Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration will "temporarily halt" some Medicaid funding to the state of Minnesota over fraud concerns.
The Trump administration announced Wednesday it will press pause on about $260 million in Medicaid funding to Minnesota because of fraud concerns.
Vice President JD Vance during a visit to Minneapolis blamed a "failure of cooperation" by local and state authorities for rising tensions and chaotic moments during the ongoing federal immigration crackdown in the state.
Vice President JD Vance was in Minneapolis on Thursday for a roundtable with local leaders and community members amid the federal government's immigration crackdown in the state. Follow live updates on the ICE surge here.
Vice President JD Vance's Minneapolis visit came with a strong message to local leaders: Work with federal agents and immigration enforcement would be less chaotic. But local leaders say the VP is playing politics. Ubah Ali has their reaction to Vance's visit.
Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.
A 5-year-old is now at a holding facility in Texas with his father after ICE detained him at their home in Columbia Heights. The vice president is leading the charge as the federal government justifies agents taking the child. Our Conor Wight is looking into competing narratives as we learn that the family was working towards gaining asylum.
Vance spoke with business leaders, ICE officers and local law enforcement to learn more about what’s happening on the ground to “tone down the temperature”and “reduce the chaos.”
Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to travel to Minneapolis on Thursday for a roundtable with local leaders and community members.
Vice President JD Vance said a nominee for the new assistant attorney general position will be announced in the coming days.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
A shooting in Edina, Minnesota, Thursday night left one person in the hospital with serious injuries, according to police.
Most of Friday afternoon and evening should be dry in the Twin Cities before another storm complex possibly develops overnight.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
A shooting in Edina, Minnesota, Thursday night left one person in the hospital with serious injuries, according to police.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says around 2 million eggs will be delivered to "food banks and community organizations" in Minnesota as part of a settlement with three major egg producers.
Minneapolis leaders on Thursday announced a new effort to combat open-air drug use and drug dealing in parts of the city, pledging increased enforcement and surveillance as residents and community leaders demand action.
Warm temperatures and rounds of rain are fueling dangerous beach bacteria ahead of the holiday weekend.
Scientists at the University of Minnesota say they've made the first synthetic cell that can complete a life cycle, a major breakthrough that could lead to innovation in the medicine and engineering fields.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says around 2 million eggs will be delivered to "food banks and community organizations" in Minnesota as part of a settlement with three major egg producers.
A 20-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries Wednesday evening after authorities say he slammed into a deputy's squad car in northern Minnesota.
Police in southern Minnesota say an "armed and suicidal" man fired at police during a traffic stop before shooting himself and being taken into custody early Thursday.
An officer with the Fairmont, Minnesota, police department has been accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting his wife over the last three years.
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
Rice Lake, Wisconsin, police officers are investigating after a swatting incident at the Marshfield Medical Center Thursday afternoon.
A 9-year-old child died Tuesday evening after drowning in a western Wisconsin water park.
A woman from Eveleth, Minnesota, is dead and a Brooklyn Park man is in custody on suspicion of driving under the influence in a crash Monday evening in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
A 63-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
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.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Betty and Kermit Eastman, both 99, celebrated their 80th wedding anniversary on June 6 — a milestone so rare that on average only one couple in the U.S. reaches it each year.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
The next round of meetings between Iranian and U.S. negotiators will happen only after funeral commemorations for Iran's ayatollah end, according to mediators.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
Mike Lindell says he called President Trump before entering the Minnesota governor's race and asked for an endorsement, but Trump has not given one — though he said in December that Lindell deserves to be governor.
Federal immigration officials are decrying a pardon for a Minnesota man convicted of sexual assault, despite the victim's support for the move.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
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.
A shooting in Edina, Minnesota, Thursday night left one person in the hospital with serious injuries, according to police.
Federal immigration officials are decrying a pardon for a Minnesota man convicted of sexual assault, despite the victim's support for the move.
Police in southern Minnesota say an "armed and suicidal" man fired at police during a traffic stop before shooting himself and being taken into custody early Thursday.
An officer with the Fairmont, Minnesota, police department has been accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting his wife over the last three years.
Surveillance video captured two suspects smashing a window and targeting locked display cases containing the high-value cards at Duck! early Saturday morning.
Noah Walden says he didn't notice anything unusual while eating. About three days later, he began experiencing stomach pain that continued to worsen over the next several days.
A Blaine woman from Liberia calls herself an accidental inspiration. The busy wife and mother who runs a nonprofit helping children in Liberia started coming to Burn Boot Camp after an emotional slump.
As temperatures climb across the Twin Cities this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals.
A dangerous social media trend is circulating online, and Minnesota health experts are warning parents it involves allergy medication.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to overturn a ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues that has been in place for 38 years.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie is postponing two upcoming concerts after he cut his performance short in St. Paul, Minnesota, earlier this week.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride!
Two Minnesota Lynx players have been named starters for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game.
Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles has already earned her spot among the best players in the WNBA, at least according to ESPN.
Taj Bradley struck out 11 to tie his career high, Josh Bell, Kody Clemens and Luke Keaschall homered and the Minnesota Twins beat the Houston Astros 8-3 on Wednesday night.
Pete Prisco of CBS Sports has released his annual list of the 100 best players in the NFL, and only one Minnesota Viking made the 2026 edition. You can probably guess who it is.
Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier is one step closer to returning to the court.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
Mike Lindell says he called President Trump before entering the Minnesota governor's race and asked for an endorsement, but Trump has not given one — though he said in December that Lindell deserves to be governor.
One of the most-watched primary match-ups pits Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan against U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig in the race for the DFL nomination for U.S. Senate.
With six weeks before the primary, the stakes are building in the U.S. Senate contest contest between two of Minnesota's brightest DFL stars: Congresswoman Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
Fifteen people, most of them Minnesotans, were arrested and charged last week, accused of impeding Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
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.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
In every corner of the metro, and across Minnesota, you'll find construction crews ripping up roads and rebuilding bridges. WCCO looks into whether the piles of rubble they create can get a second life.
Water beckons Minnesotans this time of year, especially our lakes. But something in it can turn us away, even if other animals and organisms need it.
The latest data shows it's at 331.2 million barrels of oil.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
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.
Our hot, humid and stormy stretch continues as we get ready to head into the holiday weekend.
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.
Aside from the rain, it'll be a warm and muggy day, with highs in the mid-80s.
Most of Friday afternoon and evening should be dry in the Twin Cities before another storm complex possibly develops overnight.
A few morning storms are possible Friday in the Twin Cities before a quieter afternoon.
There are some great ways to bring your average dog to the next level.
As America celebrates its 250th year, are you taking part in any festivities?
Jan Hagerman from the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore offers some helpful ideas.
Our hot, humid and stormy stretch continues as we get ready to head into the holiday weekend.
Police in Edina are investigating a shooting, Americans are bracing for more scorching and dangerous temperatures and more headlines.