Disability discrimination case at SCOTUS
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case over whether a Minnesota school discriminated against a student with disabilities. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the case.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case over whether a Minnesota school discriminated against a student with disabilities. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the case.
The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Trump has been subject to his "whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority."
A New York judge has relaxed a ban she'd put on Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency preventing it from accessing sensitive U.S. Treasury Department information.
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
According to a court document filed on April 1, the United States District Court District of Minnesota dismissed the lawsuit for "lack of standing."
We're getting new details about a University of Minnesota grad student detained by ICE. That student is now suing President Trump, among others, and demanding to be released immediately.
The lawsuit, filed in Rhode Island, calls the HHS cuts to public health grants illegal.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is supporting the conservative candidate in the race to fill a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which could ultimately decide a Tesla lawsuit.
Since the policy change, the lawsuit claims at least 46 books were removed or are in the process of being removed from St. Francis schools.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
A lawsuit filed last week accuses a Minnesota sheriff's office of unlawfully detaining a man for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after his bail was paid.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
Minnesota is joining a lawsuit filed against a Twin Cities construction company after its management allegedly fired a woman who reported being sexually harassed and raped on the job by a co-worker.
President Trump has been in office for six weeks now, and already Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has a half dozen lawsuits pending against the president for everything his attempt to end birthright citizenship to the creation of DOGE and appointing Elon Musk the head of that agency. Ellison joins WCCO's Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
St. Paul and Minneapolis joined San Francisco in suing President Trump over threats to withhold federal funds from cities that interfere with immigration enforcement. Frankie McLister has the details,
A Minnesota mother has filed a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging the company is violating federal data collection laws and unjustly making money through advertisements targeted at children.
An aviation attorney says the Burnsville, Minnesota woman won’t be the last survivor to file a lawsuit in connection to the plane crash.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Target is in the crosshairs of a lawsuit by Florida's new attorney general.
In a new lawsuit, a passenger says he was drenched with jet fuel and left inside the plane while it was on fire.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that a Republican Party official lacked the standing to bring a lawsuit that challenges the use of a mobile voting van in 2022.
Attorneys general from 14 states are challenging the authority of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Two years after his tragic death at a work site, the family of a longtime St. Paul water services employee has won a major settlement from the construction company. As Jonah Kaplan reports, court documents reveal big missteps in both safety and the legal process.
Shanon and William Schmidtknecht, of Poynette, say their 22-year-old son Cole was told the cost had jumped from $66 to $539 out-of-pocket. He tried to manage his condition with his rescue inhaler but suffered a fatal asthma attack days later.
Kyle Manzardo homered to right field to lead off the ninth inning as the Cleveland Guardians snapped a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Brett Howden scored 4:05 into overtime Tuesday night to give the Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild and put Vegas one game away from advancing out of the Western Conference first round.
Tulip season is just beginning in Minnesota, a sign of incoming warmth.
Adams has looked on, as other lot rents at Brandondale Estates skyrocketed, nearly 70 percent higher than what she is paying now. She fears a new lease would be a major financial burden.
A lifesaving gift is now just steps from a high school football field in Stillwater, Minnesota.
Adams has looked on, as other lot rents at Brandondale Estates skyrocketed, nearly 70 percent higher than what she is paying now. She fears a new lease would be a major financial burden.
A family-owned toy store in St. Paul is joining a national legal fight, claiming President Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports could devastate their business.
The tied Minnesota House on Tuesday approved its housing budget proposal on a bipartisan vote.
President Trump is threatening to pull money from cities and states that don't cooperate with his immigration crackdown.
A rare public tour offered a behind-the-scenes look Saturday at the St. Paul State Fish Hatchery — the only state-operated fish hatchery in the Twin Cities metro.
Adams has looked on, as other lot rents at Brandondale Estates skyrocketed, nearly 70 percent higher than what she is paying now. She fears a new lease would be a major financial burden.
A lifesaving gift is now just steps from a high school football field in Stillwater, Minnesota.
Sammy is always looking for an adventure. But that's a challenge too, because as part of his autism elopement, he'll just take off running. Last Monday, Sammy got away from his grandma, got through an open door, and headed right for the woods.
Springtime in Minnesota typically means melting snowpack and eyes on flood-prone rivers. But a rise in extreme rain events is adding to concerns and questions about insurance coverage.
The remains of a woman who was last seen nearly nine years ago were found in St. Cloud, Minnesota, police say.
The remains of a woman who was last seen nearly nine years ago were found in St. Cloud, Minnesota, police say.
A Wisconsin woman who admitted to stabbing a classmate to appease the fictional character Slender Man will have to wait a little longer to move into a group home.
Both Minnesota and Wisconsin were hit by tornadoes during Monday night's severe storms, the National Weather Service confirmed.
Prosecutors have reduced a felony misconduct charge against a former Wisconsin prison warden implicated in two inmate deaths to a misdemeanor.
As many parts of Minnesota are now either in active severe weather warnings or tornado watches, a number of schools in Minnesota have already announced early closures and pulled the plug on after-school activities.
Sammy is always looking for an adventure. But that's a challenge too, because as part of his autism elopement, he'll just take off running. Last Monday, Sammy got away from his grandma, got through an open door, and headed right for the woods.
A new Twin Cities nonprofit is embracing the words "when you look good, you feel good."
The local organization Vietnamese Community of Minnesota held a somber, but sunny event Saturday at the Minnesota State Capitol to commemorate 50 years since April 30, 1975 — when the Vietnam War ended.
In Minnesota, Native Americans and American Indians are 30 times more likely to experience homelessness than their white counterparts, according to state data.
The 17 crop art portraits on display depict themes of civic engagement, justice and community.
A family-owned toy store in St. Paul is joining a national legal fight, claiming President Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports could devastate their business.
The tied Minnesota House on Tuesday approved its housing budget proposal on a bipartisan vote.
President Trump is threatening to pull money from cities and states that don't cooperate with his immigration crackdown.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has suspended Judge Hanna Dugan, who is accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities.
California and nearly two dozen other states are suing the Trump administration over drastic cuts to the AmeriCorps agency.
Hail and strong winds can wreak havoc on trees.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
While 4/20 is a celebratory time for her, My Little CBD Co., owner Lynn Bialick said she is surprised at how long it's taking just to set up a cannabis marketplace.
Target's chief executive officer has met with the Rev. Al Sharpton, whose civil rights organization has encouraged consumers to avoid U.S. retailers that scaled backed their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A Minnesota company is offering the chance to own never-before-seen pieces of music history.
An Iowa judge has released a portion of a search warrant connected to the disappearance of an Iowa news anchor.
A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday.
A memo from Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty's office said that "proposed resolutions should consider the person charged as a whole person, including their racial identity and age."
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison faced members of the House Fraud Committee on Monday who sought questions about a 2021 meeting he had with business owners later convicted in the Feeding our Future fraud case.
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in south Minneapolis late Sunday evening.
Republicans at the State Capitol say they want to end the program, in large part because of the cost to taxpayers. But Democrats — as well as hospitals, doctors and nurses — are lobbying to keep the benefit.
In Minnesota, Native Americans and American Indians are 30 times more likely to experience homelessness than their white counterparts, according to state data.
It's only the second case in the state this year, following 70 cases in 2024 — the second highest total in the past 15 years.
In 2019, city officials in Northfield, Minnesota said the town's water supply tested for high levels of manganese.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
The Minnesota State Fair continues to round out its 2025 Grandstand lineup, with country star Hank Williams Jr. as the latest announcement.
After a lengthy delay, the much-anticipated musical stage adaptation of Prince's beloved 1984 movie and album "Purple Rain" is finally set to make its world debut this fall in downtown Minneapolis.
A series of timeless movie trailers has inspired a Minnesota filmmaker to produce a documentary about their history.
Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
Meghan Trainor will perform at the Grandstand this year, the Minnesota State Fair announced.
Kyle Manzardo homered to right field to lead off the ninth inning as the Cleveland Guardians snapped a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Brett Howden scored 4:05 into overtime Tuesday night to give the Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild and put Vegas one game away from advancing out of the Western Conference first round.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
A lifesaving gift is now just steps from a high school football field in Stillwater, Minnesota.
Referees missed the Los Angeles Lakers' Luka Doncic getting fouled with 33 seconds left in Game 4 of their playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA said Monday.
2025 is the first year Minnesota is providing undocumented workers with the state health insurance.
Republicans at the State Capitol say they want to end the program, in large part because of the cost to taxpayers. But Democrats — as well as hospitals, doctors and nurses — are lobbying to keep the benefit.
Minnesota Democratic state Sen. Alice Mann, an ER physician, talks with Esme Murphy about criticism of her law which provides health care to undocumented Minnesotans.
This is the first year of a Minnesota law that provides undocumented workers with health insurance, which Republican lawmakers say has already spiraled out of control.
Minnesota legalized recreational marijuana in 2023, and at the time the state said stores could be open as early as March of this year, but the licensing for retail cannabis shops continues to be delayed.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
Tulip season is just beginning in Minnesota, a sign of incoming warmth.
With road work back in full swing, enforcement of work zone laws is increasing, too.
Electrical currents travel in an instant, but the effort to ensure that electricity is generated in a carbon-free way is a years-long journey.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
A sure sign of spring might be flowing outside your home starting Wednesday. Streets will be soaked, but it won't be thanks to Mother Nature — fire hydrants are getting flushed.
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
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.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says a weak system could bring isolated drizzle or light showers on Thursday.
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.
Springtime in Minnesota typically means melting snowpack and eyes on flood-prone rivers. But a rise in extreme rain events is adding to concerns and questions about insurance coverage.
Four twisters hit just south of Eau Claire, Wisconsin on Monday night, and in Minnesota, the National Weather Service says an EF-1 tornado touched down in Rice County near Faribault.
Wednesday will be a few degrees warmer, and a weak system could bring isolated drizzle or light showers on Thursday, says meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
Jeff Wagner has the latest headlines and updates from WCCO.com.
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield takes a look at tulip season in Minnesota.
The equipment helped save a student-athlete who went into cardiac arrest during football practice.
Community advocates say Minnesotans living in manufactured homes are being priced off their properties.
The state Senate seat was vacated by Justin Eichorn, who resigned following allegations he tried to pay a teenager for sex.