Minnesota AG launches investigation into Kia, Hyundai after soaring increase in car thefts
The Twin Cities saw 3,293 reported thefts of Kias and Hyundais; an 836% increase in Minneapolis and a 611% increase in St. Paul over the past year.
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The Twin Cities saw 3,293 reported thefts of Kias and Hyundais; an 836% increase in Minneapolis and a 611% increase in St. Paul over the past year.
There’s been a bit of a back-and-forth between the Attorney General’s office and M-Health Fairview and Sanford.
Attorney General Keith Ellison says the extra prosecutors will allow him to prosecute 70 to 80 more serious crimes every year, almost all of them in greater Minnesota.
Restore the Vote Coalition held a press conference with community members, legislators, Attorney General, Keith Ellison, and Secretary of State, Steve Simon.
The University of Minnesota joined Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison Monday in calling for a delay to a controversial hospital merger.
It was a key issue that defined the 2022 campaign for attorney general: Just what role should the state's chief legal officer play in prosecuting violent crime at the local level?
Charles Workman is accused of taking tens of thousands of dollars from Minnesota families and not finishing the job. Now, there's a major update in the civil investigation filed by the state's attorney general.
Among the key issues we could see tackled in this upcoming session include legalizing marijuana, codifying abortion rights, family and medical leave and gun laws.
A stunning Election Day upset means Democrats will control the Minnesota House, Senate and governor's office – a trifecta that hasn’t seen since 2014.
Political contributor Pat Kessler explains why the state auditor and attorney general races are expected to be won by the Democratic candidates at this point in the tallying.
Polling over the last few months shows many statewide races are very close with Republicans showing some momentum.
There were some big, last-minute endorsements of Minnesota candidates made last week by two former U.S. presidents.
With just over a week remaining until the election, the polls are tightening in major races, including the heated Minnesota attorney general contest.
With just over a week remaining until the election, the polls are tightening in major races, including the heated Minnesota attorney general contest.
Keith Ellison joined Esme Murphy in the studio to talk about the race for attorney general.
Attorney General Keith Ellison on Friday insisted his office did "everything we could" in how they handled the investigation into Feeding Our Future, the group at the center of an alleged $250 million scheme to defraud the federal government.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced Thursday he filed a lawsuit against a popular grocery delivery service for allegedly misclassifying its delivery workers.
DFL Attorney General Keith Ellison debated his Republican challenger Jim Schultz for the fourth time. Then, DFL Secretary of State and GOP nominee Kim Crockett went head-to-head on election administration. And Republican Dr. Scott Jensen sat for questions after DFL Gov. Tim Walz declined this debate. Caroline Cummings has highlights.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Republican challenger Jim Schultz had their second debate showdown Monday night on WCCO Radio.
The commercial claims that Ellison "has been anti-cop forever, cops know it." Political experts say that some of the accusations the group makes are misleading.
Watch an extended cut of the debate between DFL Attorney General Keith Ellison and his Republican challenger Jim Schultz on Friday.
The state says it may sue a problematic Minneapolis liquor store and gas station.
The state wants to know if two neighboring Minneapolis businesses -- Merwin Liquors and Winner Gas Station -- are turning a blind eye to crime.
A recent poll showed incumbent Democratic Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is leading Republican newcomer Jim Schultz 46% to 40%. Esme Murphy examines the key issues dividing the candidates.
Esme Murphy breaks down the big issues in the race against Democratic incumbent Keith Ellison and Republican Jim Schultz.
Eric Taubel, executive director of the Office of Cannabis Management, said he expects monthly sales to double in the coming months and years.
Preparations were underway Thursday at Target Field as the Minnesota Twins got ready for their home opener.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
The group participated in a foot-washing ritual before three clergy leaders made their way inside to administer pastoral care to those who wanted it.
A new, unique partnership between the Minnesota Wild and the University of St. Thomas is helping both the players and engineering students.
Preparations were underway Thursday at Target Field as the Minnesota Twins got ready for their home opener.
The group participated in a foot-washing ritual before three clergy leaders made their way inside to administer pastoral care to those who wanted it.
Ruby's Pantry provided food through what's called a "blessing box." At 37 locations Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, the organization served nearly 200,000 people every year.
The complaint says the woman admitted to an officer over the phone that she went home and consumed alcohol during her lunch break.
A man who claimed to run a food distribution business in Minneapolis that served meals to hungry children pleaded guilty to wire fraud on Thursday.
Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Some schools in Minnesota have already announced closings or shifts to virtual learning on Thursday as another round of winter weather threatens parts of the state.
A South Dakota man was killed in a crash south of the Twin Cities Tuesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The Moorhead Police Department says Colton Long Jr. was last seen on Feb. 23 wearing a black coat, blue sweatshirt and dark blue jeans.
Some schools in Minnesota have already announced closings or shifts to virtual learning on Thursday as another round of winter weather threatens parts of the state.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
A Wisconsin legislator has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct in connection with a bitter feud with her caucus over resolutions honoring Hispanics.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
Eric Taubel, executive director of the Office of Cannabis Management, said he expects monthly sales to double in the coming months and years.
Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
In 2025, the entire U.S. Attorney's office had 77 immigration detention cases, she said. In January 2026, she alone was assigned 88 cases.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
With the national average for gas prices around $4, the timing is especially concerning for the floral industry amid the height of Easter and Passover preparations.
The complaint says the woman admitted to an officer over the phone that she went home and consumed alcohol during her lunch break.
A man who claimed to run a food distribution business in Minneapolis that served meals to hungry children pleaded guilty to wire fraud on Thursday.
Police in a northwestern Minneapolis suburb say dozens of "unsupervised juveniles" gathered at one of the city's parks on three straight days, becoming so "disorderly and dangerous" that multiple agencies responded and the park was temporarily closed.
Two teenagers are recovering from gunshot wounds and a man is in custody after a car was stolen in north Minneapolis early Thursday.
A man is dead after a shooting in north Minneapolis early Thursday, according to police.
Nurses and physicians at Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis, home to the first level-one and busiest trauma center in Minnesota, on Wednesday urged the state Legislature to throw the hospital a lifeline — and fast.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
The Supreme Court's 8-1 ruling siding with a Colorado counselor who claimed the state's restriction unconstitutionally censored her conversations with young patients does not immediately strike down Minnesota's law.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Three of the most iconic '90s music groups are joining forces at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
Preparations were underway Thursday at Target Field as the Minnesota Twins got ready for their home opener.
A new, unique partnership between the Minnesota Wild and the University of St. Thomas is helping both the players and engineering students.
Jonathan India hit a grand slam and drove in five runs, powering the Kansas City Royals to a 13-9 victory over Joe Ryan and the Minnesota Twins.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
The Minnesota Vikings may not have a general manager for the 2026 NFL draft, but with three picks in the top 100 and nine overall, they're well-equipped to add some impactful talent.
Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
In 2025, the entire U.S. Attorney's office had 77 immigration detention cases, she said. In January 2026, she alone was assigned 88 cases.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
With the DFL nominating convention just eight weeks away, polls that have come out show Peggy Flanagan in the lead for U.S. Senate over Angie Craig.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
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 says precipitation will clear out for a mostly cloudy and dry morning commute Friday.
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 Twin Cities will see a slight break in the rain before another system moves through on Friday.
We could see some flakes in the mix on a cold and windy Saturday. It will be all snow up north with several inches possible, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Winter weather alerts remain in place in Minnesota Thursday as a strong storm slings ice and snow across the state.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says precipitation will clear out for a mostly cloudy and dry morning commute Friday.
With dreary weather, it hardly feels like baseball season, but we're less than 24 hours from the Twins home opener. Photojournalist Joe van Ryn and Ubah Ali take us to Target Field.
A suburban police chief says he's considering charging the parents of the kids behind a chaotic teen takeover at a city park. As Jason Rantala reports, Crystal's top cop is fed up after years of the bad behavior.
The state is cashing in on cannabis. Sales of adult-use weed and hemp products in Minnesota hit $210 million last year. That brought in more than $27 million in tax revenue. More is likely to come as the legal market ramps up. But as Caroline Cummings reports, there are still some growing pains with going green.
The Twin Cities will see a slight break in the rain before another system moves through on Friday.