
Mexico is too dangerous for spring break, officials warn
The State Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety is urging the public against spring break vacations in Mexico amid the threat of kidnappings, crime and violence.
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The State Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety is urging the public against spring break vacations in Mexico amid the threat of kidnappings, crime and violence.
U.S. authorities say three women haven't been heard from since they traveled from Texas into Mexico two weeks ago.
A fire during a destination wedding forced on Minnesota couple to put t heir vows to the test a lot sooner than expected.
A photograph of five men face down on the pavement and bound accompanied the apology letter.
This bill being signed into law was the main topic of discussion over the lunch hour at Plaza del Sol on Payne Avenue, which is a co-working space made up of Latin-Immigrant-owned businesses.
In countries such as Mexico, Costa Rica or Thailand, the cost of a facelift or dental implant can be half as much as in the U.S.
Two of the four U.S. citizens who went missing after a violent kidnapping in Mexico last week have been found dead and two are alive, Mexican authorities said on Tuesday.
One of the surviving U.S. citizens was wounded and the other wasn't, Tamaulipas Gov. Américo Villarreal said.
On Tuesday, Mexican and U.S. officials said two of the four U.S. citizens who went missing have been found dead and two are alive.
The agency says their vehicle was fired on after it entered Matamoros, a city home to warring Gulf drug cartel factions.
The state prosecutor said there was enough evidence to identify about half of the people found in the two graves.
The senator said she believes the flow of precursor chemicals into Mexico is happening with the tacit approval of the Chinese.
The visit is his first to the U.S.-Mexico border as president.
Ciudad Juarez was the scene of years of deadly clashes between security forces and the rival Sinaloa and Juarez drug cartels.
On the southern border, the surge in migrants continues. Nearly 600,000 migrants have been allowed into the U.S. and processed by border control. But what happens to them once they're here?
The U.S. Tsunami Warning Center said that hazardous tsunami waves were possible for coasts within 186 miles of the epicenter.
After 21 years on the run, a man who allegedly sexually assaulted a Moorhead teenager was arrested in Mexico Wednesday.
A Minnesota man experienced a hotel horror in Mexico this week during a vacation.
Maya Buckner doesn't go far without her vaccine card showing she completed the Pfizer series in March -- including on a balcony in Cancun, Mexico, where she is now sick with COVID-19.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended restrictions on non-essential travel to Canada and Mexico.
Democratic presidential hopefuls Amy Klobuchar and Tom Steyer were stumped when asked during a televised interview in Nevada to name the Mexican president.
A man accused of providing to companies workers in the U.S. illegally has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for conspiring to harbor those people.
Dylan John Bennett, who allegedly murdered his parents on Aug. 21, is now back in Minnesota after being extradited from Mexico.
Republican senators along the northern U.S. border are asking officials to address grain in the trade deal with Canada and Mexico.
The Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday again waived environmental and dozens of other laws to build more barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Xcel Energy will start to power down its nuclear plant in Monticello several weeks earlier than planned after more radioactive water was detected leaking out of the facility,
The updated Senate plan offers 20 weeks paid time long-term needs -- caring for a loved one who's got dealing with cancer or bonding with a newborn post-pregnancy.
"We have a responsibility to create more space for our community to live their fullest, authentic lives without fear of violence, rejection, abuse or political attack," said Rep. Leigh Finke.
Gov. Tim Walz declared the day as Gordy Kirk Day across the state in celebration of the veteran and his accomplishments.
Wilson-Keezer walked along County Road 39 near the Leech Lake Indian Reservation on Feb. 22, 2022 -- firing multiple rounds at "pedestrians, passing vehicles" and a community center.
Xcel Energy will start to power down its nuclear plant in Monticello several weeks earlier than planned after more radioactive water was detected leaking out of the facility,
The updated Senate plan offers 20 weeks paid time long-term needs -- caring for a loved one who's got dealing with cancer or bonding with a newborn post-pregnancy.
Gov. Tim Walz declared the day as Gordy Kirk Day across the state in celebration of the veteran and his accomplishments.
"He still has a lot of recovery ahead of him, but appears to be doing remarkably well," Sergeant Rich Evans said in a press release.
Liz Zinsli is part of the movement to revitalize Ojibwe, and refrains from speaking English to her students in the classroom at Wicoie Nandagikendan.
The updated Senate plan offers 20 weeks paid time long-term needs -- caring for a loved one who's got dealing with cancer or bonding with a newborn post-pregnancy.
Wilson-Keezer walked along County Road 39 near the Leech Lake Indian Reservation on Feb. 22, 2022 -- firing multiple rounds at "pedestrians, passing vehicles" and a community center.
A child and their school bus driver were hurt in a crash Thursday morning in northern Minnesota.
According to the NOAA, the flood potential for this segment of the river is "well above normal" and flood risk numbers indicate flooding could be the worst seen in over 20 years in portions of the Mississippi.
A 21-year-old man is facing a murder charge after construction workers found a tote of human remains on the Mille Lacs Lake shoreline Tuesday.
Hackers have attacked the Wisconsin court system's computer network, court officials said Thursday.
The Republican-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court said Thursday that he had no problem with someone who was on the U.S. Capitol grounds during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection campaigning for him across the state in the waning days of the high stakes race, calling his work "invaluable."
A new ranking places three Minnesota cities among the best places to live in the country.
Milwaukee police say a 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting that killed another boy of the same age and left five young women injured.
A jury has convicted a man of homicide, hiding a corpse and stalking in the death of a romantic rival whose body has never been found.
The updated Senate plan offers 20 weeks paid time long-term needs -- caring for a loved one who's got dealing with cancer or bonding with a newborn post-pregnancy.
"We have a responsibility to create more space for our community to live their fullest, authentic lives without fear of violence, rejection, abuse or political attack," said Rep. Leigh Finke.
A new CBS News poll found that 56% of respondents do believe TikTok's ties to China pose a national security risk and that 61% favor a U.S. ban on the app.
Minnesota pollution and health officials made the case at the State Capitol on Thursday for legislation to restrict nonessential uses of "forever chemicals" known as PFAS, and for the $45.6 million that Gov. Tim Walz has requested in his budget to prevent, manage and clean up the ubiquitous compounds.
The Republican-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court said Thursday that he had no problem with someone who was on the U.S. Capitol grounds during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection campaigning for him across the state in the waning days of the high stakes race, calling his work "invaluable."
The study by MIBets.com looked at the cost of available ticket prices, nearby parking and beer and hot dog prices when ranking teams.
The closure comes shortly after Aldi closed in nearby north Minneapolis last month and as a record number of Minnesotans are in need of help from food shelves.
Americans bought more heat pumps last year than gas furnaces. And Minnesota lawmakers want to provide financial incentives to get you to ditch the gas-powered furnace and A-C unit, and make the switch.
If George A. Romero's 1978 horror movie classic "Dawn of the Dead" is any indication, a lot of us would likely find all we need to hunker down in the confines of a shopping mall.
Many see spring as a chance for a fresh start. After making a vow to rebuild Lynde Greenhouse & Nursery after a massive fire, owner Derek Lynde is now surrounded by new beginnings during the season known for them.
Wilson-Keezer walked along County Road 39 near the Leech Lake Indian Reservation on Feb. 22, 2022 -- firing multiple rounds at "pedestrians, passing vehicles" and a community center.
A 17-year-old Minneapolis boy has been charged with murder in the 2022 stabbing death of his uncle, allegedly over explicit photos of his mother.
Hackers have attacked the Wisconsin court system's computer network, court officials said Thursday.
A 21-year-old man is facing a murder charge after construction workers found a tote of human remains on the Mille Lacs Lake shoreline Tuesday.
One of the people charged with aiding an offender in a shooting at the Mall of America last summer has died, according to court documents.
"We have a responsibility to create more space for our community to live their fullest, authentic lives without fear of violence, rejection, abuse or political attack," said Rep. Leigh Finke.
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
The study noted that "poor dual-task gait performance has been linked to risk of major cognitive impairment, falls, and brain health alterations in older adults."
Almost 300 drugs had an active shortage in 2022, a Congressional report finds. The issue poses a national security risk.
More Americans are adding a little cash to their wallets by working one, two or even three side jobs. But is it worth the added stress?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
The antiquated, but still beloved, movie rental retailer has a live website – even though the company was bought by DISH in 2011 and ceased most of its operations in 2014. What is going on with the company now?
The rapper's injuries were not life-threatening, police said.
If George A. Romero's 1978 horror movie classic "Dawn of the Dead" is any indication, a lot of us would likely find all we need to hunker down in the confines of a shopping mall.
A National Hockey League team with a Russian player has decided against wearing special warmup jerseys to commemorate Pride night, citing an anti-gay Kremlin law that could imperil Russian athletes when they return home.
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
The Minnesota Twins have unveiled the full plans for the 2023 Home Opener, and there will be plenty of brand newness to behold when the words "play ball" are uttered for the first time this season.
The study by MIBets.com looked at the cost of available ticket prices, nearby parking and beer and hot dog prices when ranking teams.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 22 points in his long-awaited return from a strained right calf and the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied to beat the Atlanta Hawks 125-124.
In the past few weeks, the information of Minneapolis Public schools stolen by a hacker and put on the dark web. If it can happen here, can it happen anywhere? Esme Murphy dives into the origin of cyber security threats and discovers tips to keep your information safe.
In the past few weeks, Minneapolis Public School data has been stolen by a hacker and put on the dark web. If it can happen here, can it happen anywhere? Locally, 38 law enforcement agencies seek the assistance of Computer Forensic Services to investigate and solve cyber crimes. Murphy spoke with their Chief Technical Officer and former member of the U.S. Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force about the "dark web" and the Minneapolis Public Schools' response to the data breach.
In the past few weeks, Minneapolis Public School data has been stolen by a hacker and put on the dark web. If it can happen here, can it happen anywhere? For decades, listeners could count on WCCO's Tech Talk anchor Doug Swinhart to answers their computer questions. Swinhart shared tips to recognize phishing scams and how to browse the web with common sense.
In the past few weeks, the information of Minneapolis Public schools stolen by a hacker and put on the dark web. If it can happen here, can it happen anywhere? Esme Murphy spoke with Supervisory Special Agent Jacob Iverson about the FBI's investigation of domestic and foreign cyber threats to our information and infrastructure.
There have been concerns about nursing staffing levels at local hospitals for years. Esme Murphy takes a look at a piece of legislation at the Capitol that nurses say would make a big difference.
It took Bucky years to amass his collection. John Deere caps from Hawaii and Alaska are included, plus all the Canadian provinces and a variety of other countries. The entire cap collection got Bucky in the Guinness Book of World Records two different times.
The treatment center closed for good in 2007, but a few years ago it found an entirely new purpose, at least in the summer.
They are works of art made in a small town, held together by simple wood glue. Yet, they're starting to get worldwide attention.
You could head to your local bowling alley for a few frames and some fun, but why do that when you can bowl on a frozen lake in the wind and snow?
Wabasha is a city known for the Mississippi River, its eagle population, and a certain cantankerous movie.
Several years into the COVID-19 pandemic, a strong and symbolic form of greeting people is making a slow comeback.
If you've been watching any March Madness games, there's a good chance a lot of the players you're seeing have some kind of NIL deal.
March isn't just a month to celebrate basketball. You might not realize it is also Frozen Food Month. Known for being cheaper and lasting longer, but is it as healthy as fresh food? Good question.
We know our weather can be unpredictable, no matter the season. That's why meteorologists rely on different forecast models to help us prepare.
A month that is notorious for heavy snowstorms will potentially add to its lore this week.
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
It's gonna be a long winter, but thanks to WCCO viewers' photo submissions, it's also going to be a pretty one!
We've seen it depicted in countless Christmas movies, but now we're getting an inside look at where Santa and his elves live.
Every 10 years, the British film magazine Sight & Sound invites critics to submit lists of their top 10 movies of all time. These are the results of their poll for 2022.
We'll be heading back into the 40s on Friday, Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says.
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 Mike Augustyniak says that we've got an outside shot at a 50-degree day just before the month's end, but don't get too excited.
According to the NOAA, the flood potential for this segment of the river is "well above normal" and flood risk numbers indicate flooding could be the worst seen in over 20 years in portions of the Mississippi.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says temperatures will peak in the the low to mid 30s for much of the state Thursday.
We'll be heading back into the 40s on Friday, Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says.
It's not often you get to celebrate someone's 100th birthday, let alone honor a person who has given as much to the community as Gordy Kirk.
Rep. Angie Craig was among those posing questions to the CEO of TikTok on Thursday as some call for banning the app.
The bill is intended to protect transgender patients and care providers from out-of-state legal action in states where gender-affirming care is banned or restricted.
MnDOT crews were busy putting up 84 concrete barriers, each weighing 3,500 lbs along the riverfront in downtown Stillwater.