In Massive Upset, Minnesota-Owned Horse Favored To Win Kentucky Derby Comes In 3rd
A Minnesota-owned horse favored to win the Kentucky Derby on Saturday ended the race in third.
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What Is Minnesota's History With The Kentucky Derby?
When the "Fastest Two Minutes in Sports" storms out the gate this weekend, just know Minnesota has a horse in that race. Two of them to be precise, and one is the favorite.
Kentucky Derby 2021 Preview: Essential Quality The Favorite, Can He Break A 60-Year Drought To Win From Post 14?
Essential Quality entered the week as the favorite to win but drew the 14th position Tuesday. The last time a horse won from that spot was Carry Back in 1961.
2019 Kentucky Derby Lineup: Omaha Beach Injury Shakes Up 145th Run For The Roses
Without Omaha Beach, the 2019 Kentucky Derby field gets more competitive, with Game Winner, Improbable and Roadster all favorites.
Kentucky Derby Preview: Omaha Beach Scratched, A Trio Of Baffert Trained Horses Now Favorites
Five-time Kentucky Derby winning trainer Bob Baffert enters the weekend with the top three horses in the field according to oddsmakers.
Justifiable! Racing Gets 13th Triple Crown With Justify
Justify defied all the odds on his way to achieving Triple Crown immortality.
Woman Wagers $18 In Kentucky Derby, Wins $1.2 Million
A Texas woman walked away with a cool $1.2 million when Justify won the Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby: How To Bet $100
Justify is the favorite for Saturday's race, but there are a few other horses to consider as well.
Kentucky Derby Preview: Justify Is The Colt To Beat
Despite having just three starts under his belt, Justify enters the 144th running of the Derby as the favorite.
4 Things To Know: France Presidential Vote, Trump, Kentucky Derby, Charlie Sheen
Here's a look at the 4 things you need to know for Sunday, May 7.
Kentucky Derby: How I'd Bet $100
Irish War Cry is my pick to win the 2017 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs this Saturday. He is the sole entry with two superior performances on his record this year.
MNfusion: Celebrate Cinco De Mayo & Kentucky Derby In The Twin Cities
In addition to sunny skies and 60 degree temperatures, this weekend marks Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby!
Kentucky Derby Preview: No Superstars But A Great Race To Bet
The three-year streak of short-priced winners in the Kentucky Derby is likely coming to an end this Saturday, May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
Undefeated Nyquist Wins Kentucky Derby
The racing world wondered if there was a worthy successor to last year's Triple Crown champion American Pharoah. Enter Nyquist.
Weekend Guide To The Kentucky Derby
Put on your finest, brightly colored outfits and your large hats and make plans to spend time at the Kentucky Derby this spring.
Could American Pharoah Be Coming To Canterbury Park?
Could the greatest race horse in the past four decades be coming to Minnesota? Officials with Canterbury Park in Shakopee hope so, and have extended an invitation to the owner of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah.
American Pharoah Becomes 1st Triple Crown Winner In 37 Years
American Pharoah led all the way to win the Belmont Stakes by 5 ½ lengths on Saturday, becoming the first horse in 37 years to sweep the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes — one of the sporting world's rarest feats.
Top Sporting Events To Attend In 2015
A look at five of the best upcoming major sporting events in America.
Hold Onto Your Hats, Mpls. Prepares To Celebrate The Kentucky Derby
With the sun expected to be shining this Saturday, the Kentucky Derby is a great excuse to rock awesome head gear. WCCO This Morning's Ali Lucia spoke with one local milliner, Karen Morris, about the hat trends for this Derby season.
The Horses Of The Kentucky Derby
If your favorite things in life are horses, Kentucky and derbies, then you've probably already acquainted yourself with the withers, hoofs and hocks of the 20 horses racing this Saturday in the Kentucky Derby. For everyone else, this photo gallery is your chance to take a first look at some of our finest equestrian athletes.
Good Question: What Do Equine Nasal Strips Do For Horses?
The New York State Gaming Commission ruled Monday to overturn its ban on nasal strips for racing horses. California Chrome, the horse hoping to take home the Triple Crown for the first time in 36 years, used the strips in the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness.
Kentucky Derby Hats
Body Of Man Found In RV Compartment ID'd
Investigators have identified the body that was found in a compartment of a rented RV on Friday in Winona, Minn. as an Anoka man who's been missing since last November. According to the Anoka County Sheriff's office, 22-year-old Kevin Casserly was found by 10 friends who had rented an RV from a man in Anoka.
Female Announcer Makes History At Canterbury Park
Angela Hermann has called races before, but never a full thoroughbred card. No woman in North America ever has, until Saturday. "I've loved horse racing since I was 11," Hermann said. "I've loved it since I was a little girl. When I watched the Kentucky Derby in 1998, I picked the winner, Real Quiet, that year, and I was hooked. I was completely hooked."
Palace Malice Scores Upset In Belmont Stakes
Palace Malice took charge on the turn for home and won the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, holding off Preakness winner Oxbow and Kentucky Derby winner Orb. The win gave Todd Pletcher his second Belmont win in six years, and vindicated the trainer's support of a 3-year-old who came into the final leg of the Triple Crown with only one victory. Palace Malice, who finished 12th in the Derby and skipped the Preakness, covered the 1½ miles in a slow 2:30.70 on a fast track following a 24-hour downpour.
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Minnesota State Fair will have enough officers, despite recruitment challenges
State Fair organizers estimate crowd sizes will be similar to 2019, pre-pandemic. That year, more than two million people visited the fair during the 12 days.
Reincarceration order dropped for 18 Minnesotans
The state had ordered the 18 to return to prison by Monday. But, a Ramsey County judge has granted a temporary restraining order, saying that reincarcerating the individuals could still be detrimental to their health.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivers budget recommendations for next 2 years
The mayor's proposal calls for $3.3 billion in total spending over 2023 and 2024.
George Floyd killing: Thao and Kueng reject plea deal, will have state trial
Two remaining former officers awaiting trial on state charges in the killing of George Floyd have rejected plea deals.
Visitation to be held Monday for 17-year-old Isaac Schuman, Apple River stabbing victim
A visitation for 17-year-old Isaac Schuman is happening from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center in Stillwater. Then there will be a private funeral on Tuesday.
Twin Cities nonprofit funding high school group's device to curb distracted driving
More than 3,000 people are killed each year in the United States because drivers are looking at their phones or something other than the road.
Commanding officer lauds Minnesota servicemembers 1 year after Afghanistan withdrawal
The American withdrawal from Afghanistan was both an ignominious moment in history and a shining example of American ingenuity, as our servicemembers conducted the largest airlift operation in history.
Charges: Perishea Young shot woman "at close range" on Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall
A West St. Paul woman faces decades in prison for allegedly shooting a woman in the chest last week in downtown Minneapolis.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins makes NFL's top 100 players… barely
Each year, NFL players vote on the top 100, and the league shares the results. This year, Cousins came in at No. 99.
Man fires gun in Columbia Heights neighborhood, triggering standoff
Police say a standoff ended peacefully Monday evening after a man fired a gun several times in a residential Twin Cities neighborhood.
Man who sold Myles Hickman drugs before deadly overdose pleads guilty to murder
The Minnesota River Valley Drug Task Force says Myles Daniel Hickman, who was arrested by agents last August and charged with third-degree murder, admitted to selling Barnhart the drugs during his plea hearing.
Missing: Sebastion Wolbersen-O'Hara, 15, may be biking from Pine Co. to metro
An east-central Minnesota teen is missing, and authorities believe he may be trying to bike to the Twin Cities metro area.
Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A Packers super fan is selling his party bus named "The Big Cheese." The bus can seat 14 people. It also holds a bar, a built-in cooler, and a restroom.
2 injured in southern Minnesota ATV rollover crash
A North Mankato woman is hospitalized with serious injuries following an ATV crash Sunday in southern Minnesota.
Hopkins man, 25, drowns in northern Minnesota lake
The body of a Hopkins man was recovered from a northern Minnesota lake Saturday evening three hours after he fell overboard.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Al Franken returning to spotlight with late night guest spot
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken is heading back into the spotlight with a late night guest host spot.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
Giuliani is a target of Georgia grand jury criminal probe, his lawyer says
Giuliani is scheduled to appear before the special grand jury in Fulton County on Wednesday.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
R. Kelly trial on whether he fixed 2008 trial set to start
Two state cases are also still pending. One is a multiple count sex-abuse case out of Cook County Circuit Court in Chicago. The other is a solicitation case in Minnesota.
Sheriff: 3 injured after teen driver fails to yield at stop sign in Morrison County
Three people are in the hospital after a teenage driver failed to yield at a stop sign in Morrison County Saturday evening, according to the county sheriff's office.
2 hospitalized after shooting in parking lot at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee
The shooting happened around 7:50 p.m. as the park was closing.
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's osprey cam
First we had the Department of Natural Resources' eagle cam. Now, take a look at Osprey cam.
Thousands of Minnesota nurses to decide on strike Monday
Minnesota nurses - 15,000 of them - are voting Monday to decide whether or not to go on strike.
Driver loses control, fatally crashes after passing another car in northern Minnesota
Authorities say a driver crashed and died in northern Minnesota Sunday evening when he tried to pass another vehicle and lost control.
Carolyn Maloney says "off the record," Biden is "not running"
The congresswoman made the comments during an on-the-record interview with the New York Times Editorial Board.
Driver, 54, ejected from vehicle in Red Wing lift bridge crash
The crash happened at about 11:30 p.m., and involved a Subaru Forester traveling south along Highway 63.
Victim identified in fatal home invasion stabbing in NE Minneapolis
The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office has identified the victim fatally stabbed in a home invasion in northeast Minneapolis last week.
Brittney Griner's defense team appeals Russia drug conviction
As the WNBA star's lawyers appeal her 9-year jail sentence, a Russian official has confirmed ongoing talks with the U.S. about a potential prisoner swap.
NEXT Weather: Scattered showers possible the next few days
For the rest of the workweek, these three things will be a constant: Each day will be a bit muggy, with mostly cloudy conditions, and with chances of scattered showers.
A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: report
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Man injured in shooting near Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis
A man is in critical but stable condition after being shot Sunday night near the Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis.
Apple Valley police search for shooter who wounded man in trailer park
Police are looking for the shooter who injured a man Sunday afternoon in an Apple Valley trailer park.
Violent crime rose in Minnesota in 2021, according to new state data
The 2021 Uniform Crime report published Friday shows violent crime rose by 16 percent in Greater Minnesota and by nearly 24 percent in the seven-county Twin Cities metro.
Man surrenders to Brooklyn Park SWAT team after assaulting woman, threatening to kill child
A man is in custody after allegedly assaulting a woman before threatening to kill himself and a child inside a Brooklyn Park residence Sunday morning.
Sun hold off Lynx to win 90-83 in Sylvia Fowles' final game
Alyssa Thomas scored 16 points and her key bucket and rebound helped Connecticut hold off Minnesota 90-83 on Sunday in the final WNBA game for Minnesota's Sylvia Fowles.
2 shot, 1 fatally, at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis
A man is dead and another is badly injured after a shooting at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis Sunday afternoon.
Man killed in ATV crash in Brooklyn Park
Officials say a 57-year-old man died in an ATV crash in Brooklyn Park Friday
Project DIVA International gives girls support for their dreams
Neda Kellogg is making what seems like the impossible possible for young girls, helping them live out their dreams and reach their full potential.
Man crashed into barrier near Capitol before shooting himself, police say
Capitol Police said the man did not appear to be targeting any members of Congress, who are on recess.
Boy injured in Brooklyn Park shooting; cars, apartments hit by gunfire
Police in Brooklyn Park say dozens of rounds were fired during an incident that injured a juvenile and damaged seven vehicles Saturday night.
NEXT Weather: Warmer, cloudier Monday ahead
It will reach 80 degrees in the Twin Cities Monday, and be in the mid-to-high 70s in much of the state.
Driver hits pedestrian crossing Highway 13 in Burnsville
The Minnesota State Patrol said alcohol was involved in a crash that injured a pedestrian in Burnsville Saturday night.
Was it a success? Dinkytown safety pilot program wraps up its final weekend of street closures
Campus safety hoped they would see crime dip during the three-weekend trial, specifically drive-by shootings and drag racing.
1 treated for smoke inhalation after Minneapolis fire
Crews responded to a fire on the 3200 block of Thomas Avenue North. Crews saw smoke visibly emerging from the home, and found a resident attempting to put out a now-smoldering fire.
Fargo School Board votes to halt recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
The school board in North Dakota's largest city decided to stop reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at their meetings, prompting a Republican lawmaker to vow to push for a voucher program that would allow public money to pay for private school tuition.
Minnesota's Voyageurs ranked among least-visited U.S. National Parks
Billed as a park of "water, islands and horizons," Voyageurs covers 218,055 acres -- 84,000 of which is water. There are more than 500 islands and four large lakes.
16-year-old passenger killed in Waconia car crash
The driver, who was in a Toyota Camry, collided with a payloader parked on the side of the road. Authorities say that it had been marked with a traffic cone, and the speed limit in the area is 30 mph.
Community members hold climate change circle to push for more city action
The circle was organized by Minneapolis locals. They're hoping to see city leaders take-up a People's Climate and Equity Plan.
Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
"Harvest a New North" event aims to change North Minneapolis narrative away from violence
A coalition of churches and community groups are working together, bringing community together to celebrate a new way of thinking.
Police shoot and kill Wisconsin man after domestic dispute
The shooting happened after officers were confronted by an armed man when they were called to a home in Appleton on Friday night, the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation said in a news release.
What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Alcohol believed to be major factor in crash that killed 39-year-old woman
Officers say alcohol was a major factor in a fatal crash late Friday night on Highway 21.
NEXT Weather: Quiet, pleasant weekend ahead
It will be a tad muggy, but otherwise seasonable and pleasant all weekend long.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
Man charged with 1992 murders in apparent revenge for snowmobile crash
"He started to think about the accident that killed his father. Those thoughts led to him going to the home of Tanna Togstad," the complaint says.
Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Man makes "vague comments" about Jewish people before smashing own car with patron's golf club at Oak Ridge County Club
Police in Hopkins say a man made "vague comments" about Jewish people when he approached a patron at Oak Ridge Country Club before smashing his own car with the patron's golf club.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
Blaine man charged after allegedly shooting at motorcyclists
A Blaine man is in serious trouble with the law after he allegedly shot at a trio of motorcyclists and rammed a sheriff's deputy's squad car during an ensuing police chase.
Police say passengers weren't wearing seat belts in fatal I-35 crash near Wyoming
Minnesota State Patrol say a Chevrolet truck was traveling south on I-35, near Viking Boulevard early this afternoon when it hit a guardrail and rolled into the left median.
Best Buy trims jobs after it cuts sales and profit outlook
Best Buy, the nation's largest consumer electronics chain, is trimming jobs in an effort to adjust to new changes in consumer behavior as the virus wanes.
Minneapolis Trader Joe's store becomes second in country to unionize
Trader Joe's in downtown Minneapolis voted to unionize Friday, becoming the second store in the country to do so.
Minnesota BCA reports violent crime up 21.6% in 2021
Minnesota saw a 21.6% increase in violent crime in 2021 according to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's 2021 uniform crime report.
Camp Breakaway is game changer for children battling disease
These kids are sharing more than a good time - they share the burden of bad health too. The campers or their siblings have life-threatening blood disorders.
Homeowners out money for backyard pool react to developments since WCCO launched investigation
The pool contractor at the center of a WCCO investigation is being sued by the Attorney General's office.
Help Minnesota teachers clear their wish lists of supplies needed to improve the learning experience
Kristin Vaillancourt is a third-generation teacher working with elementary-aged special education students in the St. Louis Public School District. She has an Amazon wish list, along with nearly 400 other Minnesota teachers.
Police arrest suspect who fled the state after fatal home intrusion
The search is over for a man who police say broke into a northeast Minneapolis home and killed a man.
MnDOT: Southbound Highway 55 to close for construction near Lake Street
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be closing parts of southbound Highway 55/Hiawatha Avenue between Lake Street and Highway 62 beginning Sunday at 11 p.m.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
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Man fires gun in Columbia Heights neighborhood, triggering standoff
Police say a standoff ended peacefully Monday evening after a man fired a gun several times in a residential Twin Cities neighborhood.
Minnesota State Fair will have enough officers, despite recruitment challenges
State Fair organizers estimate crowd sizes will be similar to 2019, pre-pandemic. That year, more than two million people visited the fair during the 12 days.
Twin Cities nonprofit funding high school group's device to curb distracted driving
More than 3,000 people are killed each year in the United States because drivers are looking at their phones or something other than the road.
Missing: Sebastion Wolbersen-O'Hara, 15, may be biking from Pine Co. to metro
An east-central Minnesota teen is missing, and authorities believe he may be trying to bike to the Twin Cities metro area.
Charges: Perishea Young shot woman "at close range" on Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall
A West St. Paul woman faces decades in prison for allegedly shooting a woman in the chest last week in downtown Minneapolis.
Greater Minnesota News
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Man who sold Myles Hickman drugs before deadly overdose pleads guilty to murder
The Minnesota River Valley Drug Task Force says Myles Daniel Hickman, who was arrested by agents last August and charged with third-degree murder, admitted to selling Barnhart the drugs during his plea hearing.
Missing: Sebastion Wolbersen-O'Hara, 15, may be biking from Pine Co. to metro
An east-central Minnesota teen is missing, and authorities believe he may be trying to bike to the Twin Cities metro area.
2 injured in southern Minnesota ATV rollover crash
A North Mankato woman is hospitalized with serious injuries following an ATV crash Sunday in southern Minnesota.
Hopkins man, 25, drowns in northern Minnesota lake
The body of a Hopkins man was recovered from a northern Minnesota lake Saturday evening three hours after he fell overboard.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
Wisconsin News
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Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A Packers super fan is selling his party bus named "The Big Cheese." The bus can seat 14 people. It also holds a bar, a built-in cooler, and a restroom.
Police shoot and kill Wisconsin man after domestic dispute
The shooting happened after officers were confronted by an armed man when they were called to a home in Appleton on Friday night, the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation said in a news release.
Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
Camp Breakaway is game changer for children battling disease
These kids are sharing more than a good time - they share the burden of bad health too. The campers or their siblings have life-threatening blood disorders.
Politics
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Politics
Public safety at heart of Minneapolis mayor’s budget proposal
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey laid out his budget proposal in person Monday for the first time since 2019.
Al Franken returning to spotlight with late-night guest spot
In the days following the guest host feature, Franken will be doing six sold-out shows in Minneapolis.
Al Franken returning to spotlight with late night guest spot
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken is heading back into the spotlight with a late night guest host spot.
Giuliani is a target of Georgia grand jury criminal probe, his lawyer says
Giuliani is scheduled to appear before the special grand jury in Fulton County on Wednesday.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivers budget recommendations for next 2 years
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey proposed his biennial budget to the City Council Monday morning, calling for $3.3 billion in total spending over 2023 and 2024.
Consumer News
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King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
Best Buy trims jobs after it cuts sales and profit outlook
Best Buy, the nation's largest consumer electronics chain, is trimming jobs in an effort to adjust to new changes in consumer behavior as the virus wanes.
Attorney general's office sues pool contractor following WCCO investigation
"Mr. Workman is going to have to answer, he's going to have to compensate his victims, he's going to be held accountable," Attorney General Keith Ellison said.
The number of factors leading to turkey meat shortage
If you noticed that turkey is hit or miss at some delis and restaurants, you're not alone.
With inflation rising, Mike's Discount Foods seeing bump in business
Family-owned grocery chain Mike's Discount Foods is seeing a bump in business as inflation continues to have food prices climbing month over month.
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Man fires gun in Columbia Heights neighborhood, triggering standoff
Police say a standoff ended peacefully Monday evening after a man fired a gun several times in a residential Twin Cities neighborhood.
Man who sold Myles Hickman drugs before deadly overdose pleads guilty to murder
The Minnesota River Valley Drug Task Force says Myles Daniel Hickman, who was arrested by agents last August and charged with third-degree murder, admitted to selling Barnhart the drugs during his plea hearing.
Minnesota State Fair will have enough officers, despite recruitment challenges
State Fair organizers estimate crowd sizes will be similar to 2019, pre-pandemic. That year, more than two million people visited the fair during the 12 days.
Charges: Perishea Young shot woman "at close range" on Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall
A West St. Paul woman faces decades in prison for allegedly shooting a woman in the chest last week in downtown Minneapolis.
Reincarceration order dropped for 18 Minnesotans
The state had ordered the 18 to return to prison by Monday. But, a Ramsey County judge has granted a temporary restraining order, saying that reincarcerating the individuals could still be detrimental to their health.
Health
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2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
Thousands of Minnesota nurses to decide on strike Monday
Minnesota nurses - 15,000 of them - are voting Monday to decide whether or not to go on strike.
Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
Entertainment
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Al Franken returning to spotlight with late night guest spot
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken is heading back into the spotlight with a late night guest host spot.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Steve Martin says he won't "seek" new TV, movie work: "This is, weirdly, it"
The actor hinted at a possible retirement in an interview published Wednesday.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John's visit to Olivia, Minn.
A month after "Grease" opened in 1978, Olivia Newton-John chartered a jet at her own expense to be the grand marshal in the centennial parade in tiny Olivia.
Sports
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Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A Packers super fan is selling his party bus named "The Big Cheese." The bus can seat 14 people. It also holds a bar, a built-in cooler, and a restroom.
Ibrahim's return fueled Gophers super seniors for 1 more try
Ibrahim, who had also been recruited by Fleck when he was with the Broncos, was the catalyst for bringing the band back together on offense for another run at a Big Ten West Division title.
Web extra: Extended Lynx exit interviews
WCCO talked with Lynx players.
Vikings lose to Raiders 26-20 in 1st preseason game
The Vikings' preseason started with a loss to the Raiders in Las Vegas.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins makes NFL's top 100 players… barely
Each year, NFL players vote on the top 100, and the league shares the results. This year, Cousins came in at No. 99.
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Perham's "International Turtle Races" deliver laid-back thrills
In Ottertail County, there's a type of race where speed records will never be broken.
Family's 100-Foot Bluff Becomes Zip Line Adventure
Imagine spending your summer days on top of a 100-foot cliff. It's a reality for the good folks at Sand Creek Adventures.
Minnesota was site of the 'World's Largest Lefse'? You betcha!
"It's a comfort food. It's a heritage item for families. People rally around it," Blaine Pederson said.
Millerville: Minnesota's most buttery town
Minnesota farm towns seem to have similar characteristics: a quaint main street, a tractor dealer, a baseball field. And in the case of Millerville -- a whole, lotta butter.
Rochester trolleys tour the historic homes of Mayo Clinic
Architecture is celebrated on this tour, especially houses doctors once lived in. Some of the tour spots even housed such famed figures as Lou Gehrig and Ernest Hemingway, who was often seen reading his own books.
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Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
What's leading to the early signs of fall colors?
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
Why aren't manholes flush with the street?
Those 205-pound covers are where they are for three main reasons.
How much water should we be drinking each day?
It's important to quench your thirst this week as temperatures soar, but no matter how hot it is outside, our bodies need to stay hydrated.
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New foods at 2022 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has announced dozens of new foods and drinks for the 2022 event.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
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Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on when Minnesotans could see rain this week.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. weather report
Scattered showers will be in the forecast from the rest of the workweek.
NEXT Weather: 3:30 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that the next 48 hours are expected to be somewhat muggy, with chances for showers.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
What is Next Weather?
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.
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Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on when Minnesotans could see rain this week.
Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A special vehicle just hit the market, and it's ready for game day.
Minnesota servicemembers lauded one year after Afghanistan pullout
The American withdrawal from Afghanistan was both an ignominious moment in history and a shining example of American ingenuity as servicemembers conducted the largest airlift operation in history.
Eden Prairie students create rearview mirror device to curb distracted driving
More than 3,000 people are killed each year in the United States because drivers are looking at their phones or something other than the road.
Minnesota State Fair crowds expected to return to pre-pandemic levels
Kirsten Mitchell reports on security plans for the Great Minnesota Get-Together.