Why inflation in one battleground state could sway the election
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
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With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
With less than a week to go before the polls open, Vice President Kamala Harris delivered her campaign's closing argument in Washington D.C. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is doing damage control after some controversial comments at a rally.
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Both candidates are crisscrossing battleground states making their closing arguments. As CBS's Danya Bacchus explains, one candidate is working to distance themself from comments made at a recent event.
As of Monday, more than half a million people have voted early in Minnesota, and more than 715,000 have voted early in Wisconsin.
The polls have missed badly before — most infamously in 2016 when almost every poll had Hillary Clinton beating former President Donald Trump.
With just over a week until Election Day, Puerto Rico has been thrust into the spotlight by both campaigns.
The stakes are high this election, and for many, so is the anxiety. A survey by the American Psychological Association says 69% of the nation is stressed about the presidential election. Our Jason Rantala spoke with voters and has tips on how to overcome the fear.
With a little more than a week left in the race for the White House, both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump stumped in Michigan on Saturday night. Michelle Obama joined Harris on the trail with tough words about Trump. Bradley Blackburn has the latest.
CBS News' Norah O'Donnell talks with Kamala Harris about women's healthcare, and a prospective return of Donald Trump to the White House.
The rally in Kalamazoo was Michelle Obama's first appearance on the campaign trail since she spoke at the Democratic National Convention
The Washington Post on Friday said it will not endorse Kamala Harris, Donald Trump or any other candidate this year.
Voters have reported feeling overwhelmed by all the campaign on TV, but what you might not know is that most of those ads are not aimed at Minnesota voters — but instead are meant for western Wisconsin.
Workers in four battleground states earn the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. Labor advocates say that's a recipe for poverty.
As Election Day gets closer, experts say both campaigns are working around the clock to pick up as many voters as possible.
As Election Day gets closer, experts say both campaigns are working around the clock to pick up as many voters as possible.
As Election Day gets closer, experts say both campaigns are working around the clock to pick up as many voters as possible.
As Election Day gets closer, experts say both campaigns are working around the clock to pick up as many voters as possible.
Guns have long been a polarizing issue in America — here's where Trump and Harris stand on the issue.
In-person early voting is kicking off across battleground Wisconsin, with former President Barack Obama and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz hosting a rally in liberal Madison.
Donald Trump's plans could undermine Social Security's financial stability and lead to a large benefits cut, nonpartisan think tank says.
Over the weekend, both candidates were in full campaign mode, attending church services, NFL games and even working the drive-thru.
With nearly two weeks until Election Day, the polls are tighter than ever. One development that has Democrats concerned and Republicans thrilled is Trump's relative strength with minority voters.
Door County, Wisconsin voted for Bush, Obama, Trump and Biden. Here's what voters are thinking in the battleground-state swing county ahead of the presidential election.
In these final weeks before Election Day, Democrats find themselves fighting to keep from losing ground with Black voters, especially young Black men. Attorney General Keith Ellison and Republican National Committee member AK Kamara give their different perspectives on the matter.
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
Tyrese Haliburton finished with 24 points and 11 assists, and Obi Toppin made six 3-pointers and added 20 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-103.
Paige Bueckers matched her career high with 34 points in her home finale, and second-seeded UConn reached its 31st straight Sweet 16 in the women's NCAA Tournament, beating No. 10 seed South Dakota State 91-57.
Five people are facing felony charges after alleged attempts to solicit minors for sex in Washington County, according to the sheriff's office.
The transcranial doppler tool uses ultrasound to look at blood flow in the brain's major arteries — and unlike other procedures, it's minimally invasive and doesn't expose patients to radiation.
Officials say Jeffrey Elsesser was driving in the area of Long Lake Road and Mounds View Boulevard around 7 a.m. and has not been seen since that time.
An 18-year-old man will spend over 14 years in prison for his role in the 2023 Minneapolis mass shooting at the backyard music venue called Nudieland.
Nearly 1,000 physicians and fellows have filed for union recognition with the Committee of Interns and Residents, a local of the Service Employees International Union.
Days after the conviction of the ringleader of the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, another person involved in the scheme has admitted to his role.
Five people are facing felony charges after alleged attempts to solicit minors for sex in Washington County, according to the sheriff's office.
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has been found in a Stearns County dairy herd, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
Three police officers in Sartell, Minnesota found themselves responding 911 call for a woman in labor Friday morning.
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
It was March 21, 2005, on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. A 16-year-old gunman killed seven people and wounded nine others before dying by suicide.
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Wisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls debuts it a cheesemaking course at its on-campus dairy plant.
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
Should you be allowed to remove your cat's claws? A new bill at the Minnesota Capitol would take that choice out of your hands.
There was emotional testimony at the Minnesota State Capitol on Monday from parents whose kids suffered life-changing injuries playing the sports they loved.
The election to fill a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat is quickly becoming a referendum on the Trump administration and a test of enthusiasm on both sides.
The National Security Council said the message thread "appears to be authentic" and the administration is "reviewing how an inadvertent number was added to the chain."
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
Five people are facing felony charges after alleged attempts to solicit minors for sex in Washington County, according to the sheriff's office.
A 35-year-old woman has been sentenced to over 20 years in prison for killing one person and injuring another in a Twin Cities hit-and-run.
An 18-year-old man will spend over 14 years in prison for his role in the 2023 Minneapolis mass shooting at the backyard music venue called Nudieland.
Days after the conviction of the ringleader of the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, another person involved in the scheme has admitted to his role.
The reported robberies happened within a 30-minute span at five different locations in or near Dinkytown early Sunday.
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
The transcranial doppler tool uses ultrasound to look at blood flow in the brain's major arteries — and unlike other procedures, it's minimally invasive and doesn't expose patients to radiation.
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has been found in a Stearns County dairy herd, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
There was emotional testimony at the Minnesota State Capitol on Monday from parents whose kids suffered life-changing injuries playing the sports they loved.
Nearly 1,000 physicians and fellows have filed for union recognition with the Committee of Interns and Residents, a local of the Service Employees International Union.
Students at St. Paul's Open World Learning School are learning about sustainability through the creation of an interactive play addressing the decisions people make and how they impact the environment.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Iconic classic rock band Steve Miller Band is taking a jet airliner to the Twin Cities this summer.
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
Tyrese Haliburton finished with 24 points and 11 assists, and Obi Toppin made six 3-pointers and added 20 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-103.
The Harding High School boys’ basketball team just finished a historic season with their first-ever state tournament appearance, and it shares extra special meaning for head coach Stephen Solaja.
Paige Bueckers matched her career high with 34 points in her home finale, and second-seeded UConn reached its 31st straight Sweet 16 in the women's NCAA Tournament, beating No. 10 seed South Dakota State 91-57.
This year's Iditarod route was 120 miles longer than normal as the route had to be changed due to a lack of snow. But Emily Ford still finished 18th out of 33 mushers in her first go at it.
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Minnesota has been at the forefront of passing laws to make life for the estimated 81,000 undocumented residents in the state easier.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, the University of Minnesota president, about the challenges they face.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
South of Hastings, Minnesota, there's a town without a single resident and there are businesses that don't sell a single thing. Yet people can't wait to visit, and once here, they don't want to leave.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the week will be mostly dry, with a slight chance of light rain or a few snow showers out west on Tuesday.
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.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures will gradually warm, reaching the 60s by Thursday.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures will be in the 50s on Wednesday and Thursday before a chance of rain on Friday.
The Twin Cities could deal with a few isolated sprinkles on Tuesday, says meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the week will be mostly dry, with a slight chance of light rain or a few snow showers out west on Tuesday.
35% of Americans are tracking sleep, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
The Hennepin County Sheriff says the arrest was part of an effort to target the so-called "Kia Boys" in Minneapolis.
The ACLU announced a new lawsuit Monday against what it calls the "illegal banning of books" in the district.
The Gophers announced Monday that they've hired Colorado State's Niko Medved.