Meta ends diversity programs, joining McDonald's, Walmart and others
Meta confirms Axios report that the company is is axing its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, including for hiring and training.
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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg cites "cultural tipping point" of election in making major changes to practices.
Tech companies are sending big bucks to President-elect Donald Trump's nonprofit inaugural committee.
The move comes two weeks after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Florida and dined with President-elect Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago.
Users reported problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.
The lawsuit was filed earlier this year by several tribal nations, including Minnesota's Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and two other tribes in the Dakotas.
Meta bills the new Instagram service as having built-in protections for teens that give parents peace of mind.
Minnesota's Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has joined a lawsuit with other tribal nations alleging social media companies have exacerbated the mental health crisis engulfing Native American teenagers.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem.
President Biden signed a foreign aid package into law that includes a potential ban on TikTok in the U.S. Here's what experts say could happen next.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook announced plans to build a new data center in Rosemount, Minnesota.
Facebook’s parent company, Meta, is planning to build a data center in Rosemount. The more than 700,000 square foot center will be along County Road 42, just east of the Dakota County Technical College. WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell explains the impact on the Rosemount community and beyond.
Facebook and Instagram users earlier today reported that they were booted out of the social media platforms, with many unable to log back in.
"More than 30% of people that get fentanyl, it's off of social media. These drug dealers that are using social media...They don't really care if anyone dies, they're anonymous behind an app, behind a website," Sen. Klobuchar said.
Kids across the country have overdosed on deadly drugs bought on social media, like Snapchat. Others have committed suicide after being blackmailed with their most private photos. Parents and lawmakers today wanted to know, what are these tech companies going to do about it?
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg directly addressed families after prodding from Sen. Josh Hawley.
Five of the most powerful tech CEOs are on Capitol Hill Wednesday to answer questions about whether they do enough to protect children from sexual exploitation online.
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
Minnesota, Wisconsin and dozens of other states are suing tech giant Meta.
The social media company has hidden the dangers of its platforms from the public with profit in mind, dozens of attorneys general allege.
Minnesota has joined a massive lawsuit accusing Meta of purposefully deploying features on its social media platforms that are harmful to mental health among youth.
The University of Minnesota hit the "like" button on a massive new Facebook facility in the metro area.
The University of Minnesota hit the "like" button on a massive new Facebook facility in the metro.
The application to collect part of Meta's data privacy settlement is simple, requiring only a few minutes to fill out.
A 27-year-old former Minnetonka school employee is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old student.
Charges accuse a St. Paul man of fleeing the police, firing at an officer with a stolen gun, possessing cocaine and refusing impairment tests once the whole affair was finished.
A woman and dog died after an apartment fire in northeast Minneapolis on Tuesday.
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.
In a petition to the Minnesota Supreme Court, Democrats in the state House accuse Republicans of acting "unlawfully" when they conducted House business on Tuesday, including electing a speaker, with no DFL members present.
A 27-year-old former Minnetonka school employee is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old student.
Charges accuse a St. Paul man of fleeing the police, firing at an officer with a stolen gun, possessing cocaine and refusing impairment tests once the whole affair was finished.
A woman and dog died after an apartment fire in northeast Minneapolis on Tuesday.
Public schools in Fridley are closed on Wednesday after a "reported threat to school safety," officials said.
Friends and family of Macalla Knott say she's not what you think after she pleaded guilty to distributing nearly $10 million worth of drugs from Mexico to the upper Midwest.
A growing number of women are foregoing the traditional labor and delivery unit in a hospital, and are instead giving birth in centers run by midwives.
Access to health care when we need it most is something many of us have come to count on, but many communities are seeing cuts to services that limit that access.
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
Several western and central Minnesota schools were delayed Monday morning amid stinging cold.
The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened around 12:41 p.m. in the area of Highway 169 and Channel Drive in Garrison Township.
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
Wisconsin's photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Republican-controlled Assembly with no support from Democrats.
A Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed her sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please online horror character Slender Man will be released from a psychiatric hospital, a judge ordered on Thursday.
Richard Elliot, 62, has not been seen since Wednesday morning.
It sounds almost too good to be true: locals are saving thousands and thousands on home updates — especially in western Wisconsin.
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
In a petition to the Minnesota Supreme Court, Democrats in the state House accuse Republicans of acting "unlawfully" when they conducted House business on Tuesday, including electing a speaker, with no DFL members present.
President Biden is addressing the nation from the Oval Office at 8 p.m.
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
Wisconsin's photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Republican-controlled Assembly with no support from Democrats.
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon, faced some tough questions from Democrats on the Senate Armed Services Committee.
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
Insurance claims are skyrocketing in California. But what does that mean for your homeowners insurance costs here in Minnesota?
Stores at the Maplewood Mall and Burnsville Center are part of the batch of 66 across the country.
The state's 55% year-over-year rise in car insurance rates goes beyond inflation.
It sounds almost too good to be true: locals are saving thousands and thousands on home updates — especially in western Wisconsin.
A 27-year-old former Minnetonka school employee is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old student.
Charges accuse a St. Paul man of fleeing the police, firing at an officer with a stolen gun, possessing cocaine and refusing impairment tests once the whole affair was finished.
Public schools in Fridley are closed on Wednesday after a "reported threat to school safety," officials said.
Friends and family of Macalla Knott say she's not what you think after she pleaded guilty to distributing nearly $10 million worth of drugs from Mexico to the upper Midwest.
J. Alexander Kueng, who kneeled on Floyd's back, was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for aiding and abetting manslaughter in December 2022.
A growing number of women are foregoing the traditional labor and delivery unit in a hospital, and are instead giving birth in centers run by midwives.
The death risk goes up to 1 in 100 for those who drink alcohol nine times per week, the report found.
It will be up to the incoming Trump administration to finalize the rule on food labels.
Officials have blamed a new strain for this winter's surge in norovirus cases.
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker behind "O.J.: Made in America" has made a nine-hour documentary about the life and achievements of Prince. However, it may never end up getting the audience it deserves.
A Hollywood A-lister has come to the help of an immigrant living in Minnesota as he fights a serious illness.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
If you missed the 2025 Golden Globes, here's everything to know about how and where to watch the show.
The Edina and Minnetonka girls hockey teams put an emphasis on mental health during their game Friday. Plus, meet a Benilde St. Margaret's basketball player honoring his late father.
Shyanne Sellers scored 27 points, and No. 8 Maryland gave No. 24 Minnesota an unpleasant welcome back to the Top 25, beating the Golden Gophers 99-92.
Minnesota Vikings fans in search of touchdowns found at least one Tuesday when their return flight from Phoenix landed at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Anthony Edwards scored 20 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcome a sloppy first half and beat the NBA-worst Washington Wizards 120-106.
The Gopher dance team is the most decorated program in U athletics, with 22 national championships since 2003. One of the secrets to their success is a coaching staff made up entirely of former team members.
The death of former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic has left the Senate temporarily in a 33-33 tie. The special election in the heavily DFL district is Jan. 28. Republican Senate Leader Mark Johnson and DFL Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy are currently working out a temporary power-sharing agreement.
The Minnesota Legislature starts next week. There are some dramatic changes to the makeup.
Esme Murphy breaks down the political drama.
Esme Murphy chats with state Sen. Matt Klein, who said he is optimistic about the bill moving through the legislature.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy sits down with the son of Jimmy Carter’s vice president, Walter Mondale.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare.
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
Here's an explanation of why people may hear creaks and trembles in their homes during cold months.
More Americans are drinking less milk, but eating more cheese. So what does that all mean?
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
Temps are starting to warm up after a frigid few days.
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 Lisa Meadows has your latest forecast, including where and when you can expect a little bit of snow.
We've been feeling the cold, so it's a good time to learn a little about ice science with Kitchen Pantry Scientist Liz Heinecke.
Worry and dread about our changing climate can be difficult to manage. Relationship guru Dr. Kirsten Lind Seal offers some tips.
The clash at the capitol over who controls the state capitol is now in court.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is accused of neglecting to protect the public from a manufacturing plant that neighbors blame for cancer cases, chronic illnesses and even deaths.
Post holiday season, you’re probably more interested in deals than in spending, after the luxuries of December.
Alan Page is considered one of the greatest defensive linesmen every to play football.
Half of Americans are still paying off 2023 debt during the 2024 holiday season.