Ellison, Wardlow Squaring Off In Historic Attorney General Race
Voters could elect the state's first Republican in half a century. Television ads making it among the most polarizing elections of the year.
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Voters could elect the state's first Republican in half a century. Television ads making it among the most polarizing elections of the year.
In ads, rallies and the signage on his campaign bus, the Republican running for Minnesota attorney general has a prevailing message for voters: He's not Keith Ellison.
Three weeks before the election, Minnesota Republicans are warning that dangerous criminals will come to the state if Democrats win the election. It is part of a TV ad campaign from an outside group called Freedom Club, linking Democrats to illegal immigration and sanctuary cites.
The divorce file of U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison and his former wife was unsealed Wednesday, and a review of the documents showed there are no allegations of abuse against the congressman.
Rep. Keith Ellison's request to keep his divorce records sealed has been denied by the state's Court of Appeals.
Noah Johnson, the Grassroots-Legalize Cannabis party candidate for Attorney General, announced he'd put his support behind Rep. Keith Ellison.
Rep. Keith Ellison's divorce records will be unsealed Oct. 17 after two Minnesota news outlets sued to gain access to the Democratic attorney general candidate's court file.
Republican Minnesota Attorney General candidate Doug Wardlow says he'd fire all Democratic attorneys working in the office and replace them with Republicans if he wins.
A lot of you are wondering, how can we run these on TV when we know some of them are false or misleading?
Rep. Keith Ellison, who is facing abuse allegations from an ex-girlfriend, says he's considering stepping down from his position as the deputy chair of the Democratic National Committee.
The Minneapolis Police Department said Wednesday that it won't investigate domestic abuse allegations against Rep. Keith Ellison due to a conflict of interest.
A Minnesota prosecutor said Tuesday that he would agree to review allegations of domestic abuse against U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison only if a formal complaint is first investigated by law enforcement.
In a written statement, party Chair Ken Martin said, "For the purpose of of objectivity" the information will be sent to local authorities to "review the contents and determine whether further investigation is warranted."
A lawyer investigating a woman's claim that she was physically abused by Minnesota Rep. Keith Ellison has concluded the allegation is unsubstantiated.
As the nation focuses on allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, a #MeToo claim continues to be a major focus in the race for Minnesota's attorney general.
Minnesota Democratic Rep. Keith Ellison says he's requesting a House Ethics Committee investigation into the allegation of physical abuse from an ex-girlfriend.
Minnesota's Democratic Party chairman said Monday that he expects an investigation of allegations of physical abuse against Rep. Keith Ellison to be completed and released soon, well ahead of the November election.
The Star Tribune is one of two media companies pushing to unseal the divorce records of Rep. Keith Ellison, who is running for attorney general amid allegations of domestic abuse by an ex-girlfriend.
The former girlfriend of Rep. Keith Ellison posted a medical document on social media this week, showing that in 2017 she told doctors she was emotionally and physically abused by the congressman.
WCCO reached out to all candidates running in major Minnesota races this year.
In Tonight's Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the Minnesota AG race and why it continues to be the unexpected focus of so much attention.
The protesters confronted U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison about domestic violence allegations against him from a former girlfriend.
Mike Pence's visit to Minnesota is the latest effort by the White House to turn Minnesota from a reliably blue state to a red one.
Ellison is facing abuse allegations from his former girlfriend, dating back to 2016.
With barely two years in the Minnesota Legislature, Ilhan Omar has become a national celebrity.
Minnesota's Conviction Review Unit is shutting down after losing federal funding, the state's attorney general announced Wednesday.
The union would have to give a 10-day notice before a strike can begin.
Colin McGuire is trying to learn to walk with a special device. Born with cerebral palsy, he's required to undergo different kinds of occupational and physical therapy weekly in order to improve his quality of life. For the past month, he hasn't gotten any of that.
Annunciation Catholic School leaders say the sound of fireworks might bring back difficult memories for students and staff. A pair of military veterans says they know that yearly struggle all too well.
The St. Paul Police Department says officers were called to an apartment complex on the 100 block of Robert Street South around 1:45 p.m. for a welfare check.
The union would have to give a 10-day notice before a strike can begin.
The St. Paul Police Department says officers were called to an apartment complex on the 100 block of Robert Street South around 1:45 p.m. for a welfare check.
Surveillance video captured two suspects smashing a window and targeting locked display cases containing the high-value cards at Duck! early Saturday morning.
Cusi (pronounced Koo-see) was born on May 6 and is "extremely active, as far as sloths go," according to Zookeeper Em Brunmeier.
In its latest financial report, Minnesota-based General Mills said it plans to "generate $3 billion in cumulative cost savings" by the end of the 2030 fiscal year.
In a matter of minutes, a storage shed at Crow River Winery in Hutchinson, Minnesota, went up in flames early Tuesday.
Minnesota conservation officers are warning boaters to leave the alcohol on shore as they prepare for one of the busiest weekends of the year on the water.
A 33-year-old Cold Spring, Minnesota, man is accused of fatally stabbing an employee of a group home on Saturday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Minnesota's Conviction Review Unit is shutting down after losing federal funding, the state's attorney general announced Wednesday.
Colin McGuire is trying to learn to walk with a special device. Born with cerebral palsy, he's required to undergo different kinds of occupational and physical therapy weekly in order to improve his quality of life. For the past month, he hasn't gotten any of that.
Minnesota's sweeping fraud crisis took center stage at the State Capitol today. Lawmakers questioned agency leaders who tried to root out fraud by cutting 3,400 service providers from Medicaid programs. WCCO's Conor Wight introduces us to families now caught without care.
A group of 15 people who the feds say conspired to "violently oppose law enforcement" pleaded not guilty today inside federal court today. It was a hearing met with protesters outside before, during and after. Frankie McLister was there.
The 96,000-square-foot library, built near the Badlands where Roosevelt ranched in the 1880s, opens on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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.
Surveillance video captured two suspects smashing a window and targeting locked display cases containing the high-value cards at Duck! early Saturday morning.
A group of 15 people accused of conspiring to "violently oppose law enforcement" during Operation Metro Surge pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Wednesday.
Minneapolis public officials say they'll be cracking down on impaired driving and gun safety during the July Fourth holiday weekend.
While one of the suspects fired a gun, no one was hurt.
A 17-year-old Twin Cities girl is charged with murdering her mother in a case that police call "tragic and deeply disturbing."
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.
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!
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
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.
LeBron James sent the NBA world into a tizzy on Tuesday with the news that he'll test free agency instead of returning to the Los Angeles Lakers next season.
Yordan Alvarez's grand slam highlighted a six-run fourth inning and the Houston Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 6-4.
Summer workouts are underway for the Gophers men's basketball team, and Isaac Asuma is back for his third year with the program. To some, it's a bit of a surprise.
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.
Two anti-ICE protesters charged with felonies in federal court tell their story to WCCO's Esme Murphy.
Early voting for the Aug. 11 primary starts this Friday, and one of the most-watched races in Minnesota is the very tight contest for governor on the Republican side.
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.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer is tracking the chance for severe storms in southern Minnesota 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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says there is a threat of severe storms across southern Minnesota this evening, including the Twin Cities metro.
A Next Weather Alert is in effect through the evening as storms with potentially severe elements develop across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
As the first round of storms wanes in Minnesota on Wednesday, another stronger system is expected to hit the state in the evening.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer is tracking the chance for severe storms in southern Minnesota tonight.
It's a common issue with rabbits that causing a lot concern. You may have seen some bunnies running around with growths on their bodies. But as Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn and Adam Del Rosso explain, it's really nothing to worry about.
A community scarred by a school shooting is asking neighbors to celebrate with consideration this Fourth of July. Annunciation Catholic School leaders say the sound of fireworks might bring back difficult memories for students and staff. WCCO's Reg Chapman spoke with a pair of military veterans who know that yearly struggle all too well.
Officers are working in the Concord-Robert neighborhood.
Minnesota's sweeping fraud crisis took center stage at the State Capitol today. Lawmakers questioned agency leaders who tried to root out fraud by cutting 3,400 service providers from Medicaid programs. WCCO's Conor Wight introduces us to families now caught without care.