Mike Lindell's $5 million contest winner is taking him to court
An arbitration panel ruled a software expert won the My Pillow CEO's election-fraud contest and is entitled to the winnings. But he hasn't been paid, the filing alleges.
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Mike Lindell's company told to pay $5 million in "Prove Mike Wrong" challenge
An arbitration panel awarded Robert Zeidman, who has decades in software development experience, a $5 million payout on Wednesday after he sued Lindell over the sum.
Trump's MAGA forces threaten to upend vote for RNC chair
Trump hasn't made a public endorsement, but he and his team are privately advocating for Ronna McDaniel, whom he tapped for the position shortly after his 2016 victory.
"I have done nothing wrong": Mike Lindell says MyPillow lost $100 million after election fraud claims
Dominion's lawsuit claims it's all been good for his business and that "Lindell has increased MyPillow sales by 30-40% and continues duping people into redirecting their election-lie outrage into pillow purchases." Lindell says that is not true.
Mike Lindell, Twitter account reinstated, resumes election fraud accusations
Lindell's Twitter account was suspended not once, but twice earlier in 2022 as Lindell continued to push baseless accusations of widespread election fraud.
MyPillow guy Mike Lindell wants to run the Republican Party
Lindell says if he gets the job, he'd make it his full-time job, leaving behind the pillow business that made him famous.
Mike Lindell loses court bid to reclaim phone seized by FBI
A federal judge in Minnesota has rejected Mike Lindell's challenge to the FBI search and seizure of his phone in a 2020 election-related criminal probe.
Mike Lindell loses court bid to reclaim phone seized by FBI
Judge Eric Tostrud said Lindell, CEO of My Pillow and a prominent backer of former President Donald Trump's false voter fraud claims, had not shown that the search was unconstitutional.
Mike Lindell sues U.S., AG and FBI head over cell phone seizure
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell has filed a lawsuit after FBI agents seized his cell phone while he was sitting at the drive-thru window of a Hardee's in Mankato.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell says he was served federal subpoena
Mike Lindell talks to WCCO's Jonah Kaplan the day after he said he was served a federal subpoena, and his phone was seized by federal agents.
WCCO goes one-on-one with Mike Lindell
MyPillow's CEO says the FBI took his cellphone and questioned him about an election case Tuesday. Jonah Kaplan asked him about what happened in a Mankato fast-food drive-thru.
Mike Lindell talks with WCCO after cellphone seizure
One day after MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell said the FBI seized his cellphone outside of a Mankato fast food restaurant, he talks one-on-one with WCCO’s Jonah Kaplan.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell says FBI seized his phone at Mankato fast food restaurant
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, a supporter of Donald Trump who has espoused the former president's false claims that the 2020 election was stolen, said he was served a federal subpoena Tuesday and that his phone was seized.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell: The FBI seized my cellphone
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, a supporter of Donald Trump who has espoused the former president's false claims that the 2020 election was stolen, said he was served a federal subpoena Tuesday and that his phone was seized by federal agents.
Mike Lindell: The FBI seized my cellphone
The CEO of Minnesota-based MyPillow says federal agents approached him while at a Mankato fast food restaurant early Tuesday and seized his cellphone.
Rep. Timothy Ramthun, Disciplined Over False Election Claims, To Run For State Governor
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, also a purveyor of false claims that Trump won the 2020 election, endorsed Ramthun, telling the crowd that filled a high school auditorium he would be "the greatest governor Wisconsin has ever seen."
Report: MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Blocked From Republican Governors Association Meeting
Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow and an ally to former President Donald Trump, was thrown out of the Republican Governors Association meeting Tuesday in Tennessee.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Wins Worst Picture, Worst Actor At Razzies For 'Absolute Proof'
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell won Worst Picture and Worst Actor awards at the Razzies for his film "Absolute Proof."
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Nominated For Worst Film, Worst Actor In Razzie Awards
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is among those nominated in the 41st annual Razzie Awards.
Dominion Voting Systems Sues MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, Seeking More Than $1.3B In Damages
Dominion Voting Systems has filed a lawsuit against MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell over his election fraud claims.
Twitter Yanks Official MyPillow Account 1 Week After Removing CEO Mike Lindell's
"I know you are tied into the election fraud," the official account tweeted. "So many are looking forward to you being brought to justice!"
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Permanently Suspended From Twitter
Mike Lindell, the CEO of Minnesota-based company MyPillow, was suspended from Twitter Monday night. According to CBS News, it is a permanent suspension.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell Among The Trump Acolytes Still Carrying The Torch
Many Republicans, particularly those in Washington, are eager to move on from the former president and his personality-driven, racially divisive politics.
'I Want Them To Sue Me': MyPillow's Mike Lindell Says Lawsuit From Dominion Would Show Election Was Rigged
MyPillow CEO and President Donald Trump supporter Mike Lindell said to CBS News that he'd welcome a lawsuit from Dominion Voting Systems, which is threatening to sue Lindell for slander over his election fraud claims.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Says Bed Bath And Beyond, Kohl's To Drop His Products; Dominion Voting Systems Threatens To Sue
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell said in an interview Saturday that Bed Bath & Beyond and Kohl's are among the retailers that will stop selling his products due to his continued support of conspiracy theories related to President Donald Trump's election loss.
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Grass fire burns in Minnetonka
The dry weather has fire experts warning everyone to be careful or a fire like this can quickly spread.
NEXT Weather: Warm, dry Memorial Day, but air quality alert will affect Twin Cities
Memorial Day looks to be warm and dry in the Twin Cities, but an air quality alert will be in effect.
Young scores 23, Gray adds 19 points and 10 assists; Aces beat Lynx 94-73
Jackie Young scored 23 points, including four 3-pointers, Chelsea Gray added 19 points and 10 assists and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Minnesota Lynx 94-73.
With fire danger high across Minnesota, DNR discourages campfires this Memorial Day weekend
As people fire up the grills and sit around campfires this Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging people to be careful.
United 2 goalkeeper Will Pulisic is much more than the name he shares with famous cousin
Minnesota United's second team hosts a number of talented footballers who are working to earn their biggest break yet.
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Grass fire burns in Minnetonka
The dry weather has fire experts warning everyone to be careful or a fire like this can quickly spread.
Volunteers prep Fort Snelling National Cemetery for Memorial Day commemorations
Volunteers started placing the nearly 190,000 flags that decorate the grounds before the sun came up Sunday.
Minneapolis' Tacos El Kevin raising money for family of slain father Josue Gochez
The staff at Tacos El Kevin in Minneapolis is hoping to raise money to bring Josue Gochez's body back to Mexico, and give money to his family there that he leaves behind -- including a wife and three kids.
2 women stabbed near downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis police are investigating after two women were stabbed near downtown Minneapolis.
Thieves ram northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop with vehicle before robbing it
Police say thieves rammed a car into a northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop early Sunday in order to gain access to the shop and rob it.
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Howard Lake fire damages historic church and two homes
A fire in Howard Lake Sunday damaged two homes and a historic church, the chief of the town's fire department said.
MPCA issues air quality alert Sunday and Monday for central and SE Minnesota
Central and southeastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, will be under an air quality alert Sunday through Monday due to high levels of ground-level ozone.
With lower water levels, crews search along Mississippi River in Winona for Madeline Kingsbury
The search for a missing Minnesota mother continued Saturday, nearly two months after her disappearance.
Black bear seriously injures woman outside cabin in Nisswa
The DNR says the victim was staying at the cabin, and she was attacked when she went outside to check on her dog, who she had let out moments earlier.
BNSF train carrying rock derails near St. Cloud
Officials are investigating after a six-car train derailed Saturday near St. Cloud.
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Protester involved in pulling down abolitionist's statue in Wisconsin gets 6 months in jail
A man who drove the car that helped pull down the statue of a Civil War hero and abolitionist outside of the Wisconsin state Capitol during a night of protests in 2020 has been sentenced to six months in jail.
Wisconsin trial over fake electors set to start just before 2024 presidential election
A jury trial in a lawsuit seeking $2.4 million in damages from Republicans who attempted to cast Wisconsin's 10 electoral votes for Donald Trump in 2020 even though he lost is scheduled to begin just two months before the 2024 presidential election.
Wisconsin budget committee rejects Evers' plan to make tax agents permanent
The Wisconsin Legislature's budget-writing committee has rejected Gov. Tony Evers' plan to make permanent nearly 40 revenue agent positions who are meant to enforce the state's tax laws.
Wisconsin lawmaker says his bar where overdose victims bought drugs isn't "bad establishment"
Police in Wisconsin say drugs laced with fentanyl that killed one person and caused three more to overdose were purchased at a bar owned by a state lawmaker.
Milwaukee faces bankruptcy, police cuts if aid deal can't be reached
Wisconsin state lawmakers are being warned that not reaching a deal on a massive bill increasing state aid to local governments will only increase the chances that Milwaukee runs out of money, forcing deep cuts to police and fire protection.
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Talking Points: Attorney General Keith Ellison pens book about Chauvin trial
In his new book, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison writes about the high-stakes prosecution of former police officer Derek Chauvin, the officer convicted of murdering George Floyd.
What's in the debt ceiling deal — and what's not
Congress may vote as soon as this week on the debt ceiling deal reached by the White House and House Republicans.
Hakeem Jeffries expects Dem support for debt ceiling deal
The House Democratic leader said he can guarantee the U.S. will not default on its debt.
Requests from other prosecutors inspired AG Ellison's book on Chauvin trial
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
White House, McCarthy reach debt limit deal, but will it pass?
A deal has been reached to raise the nation's debt limit and avoid a potential economic catastrophe, but there are real questions about whether the speaker has the votes to get this deal passed.
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Boaters enjoying lower gas prices on Memorial Day weekend
As boaters prepare to fill up, they're finding some good news at the pumps – if they can even get to the pumps yet.
State rebate program could get Minnesotans up to $1,500 for e-bike purchase
Minnesotans who buy an e-bike could soon get a rebate of up to $1,500 due to a bill passed at the legislature this session.
New daily train line between Twin Cities and Duluth is set for construction
The captivating beauty of Minnesota's North Shore is set to become even more accessible with the Northern Lights Express. The line goes from the Twin Cities to the Twin Ports, with stops in Minneapolis, Coon Rapids, Cambridge, Hinckley, and Superior, Wisconsin.
Walz orders flags to half-staff for Memorial Day, as holiday travel heats up
Whether it's driving to the cabin or hitting the skies for a faraway destination, Minnesotans are on the move for the holiday weekend. The number of those traveling is moving in an upward direction.
As Dairy Queen nixes cherry-dipped cone, a look back at other lost DQ treats
We reflect on other nixed treats after Dairy Queen announces they will discontinue cherry-dipped soft serve ice cream cones.
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2 women stabbed near downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis police are investigating after two women were stabbed near downtown Minneapolis.
Thieves ram northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop with vehicle before robbing it
Police say thieves rammed a car into a northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop early Sunday in order to gain access to the shop and rob it.
Requests from other prosecutors inspired AG Ellison's book on Chauvin trial
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
2 men injured in Uptown Minneapolis shooting
Police say two men were injured and hospitalized after a shooting in Uptown Minneapolis late Saturday night.
Florida man at center of fatal human smuggling case pleads not guilty in Minnesota
A Florida man charged with human smuggling related to the deaths last year of four immigrants near the Canadian border has pleaded not guilty to the federal charges.
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Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Leukemia survivor Alexa Score, of Spring Lake, surfs to save others' lives
Score graduated high school early, and at 17, moved to Florida with her older sister. At 21, she turned pro. Score spent six years in the sport, earning a top 10 ranking among female professional wakeboarders in the world.
What will Minnesota lawmakers do for an encore in 2024 after momentous 2023 legislative session?
House Speaker Melissa Hortman, of Brooklyn Park, said that Democrats came into the session with seven big issues that they had developed over the previous three election cycles: education, health care, an economy that works for everyone, climate action, reproductive freedom, preventing gun violence and protecting democracy.
Rice County officials warn of health effects from landfill fire
Officials in southern Minnesota say a fire at a landfill may cause adverse effects to the health of both residents and the environment.
Minnesota fire captain battling lung disease vows to advocate for fellow firefighters
A firefighter who's spent more than a decade helping others is facing a battle of his own.
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Students finding their rhythm in life with Rondo school's rap program
In the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, an out of the box lesson plan has turned into something really special.
Yacht rock season is here: WCCO's favorite tunes for smooth sailing into summer
With the arrival of the Memorial Day weekend and, with it, the unofficial start of the summer season in Minnesota, we thought it best to don our captain's hat and set sail.
Sole "Survivor" Yam Yam Arocho reflects on tough competition
The 44th season of Survivor came to a close Wednesday night and one of the three finalists is from Minnesota.
Tina Turner opened up about her kidney health 2 months before her death
Two months prior to her death, Tina Turner opened up about putting herself "in great danger" by not taking action for her kidney health sooner.
Minnesotans dominated Wednesday's "Wheel of Fortune"
Minnesotans made up four of the six contestants on "Wheel of Fortune."
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Young scores 23, Gray adds 19 points and 10 assists; Aces beat Lynx 94-73
Jackie Young scored 23 points, including four 3-pointers, Chelsea Gray added 19 points and 10 assists and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Minnesota Lynx 94-73.
United 2 goalkeeper Will Pulisic is much more than the name he shares with famous cousin
Minnesota United's second team hosts a number of talented footballers who are working to earn their biggest break yet.
Twins to call up Royce Lewis a year after ACL injury
The Minnesota Twins have lost eight of 10 series in May with a lineup that's been limping along lately with a spate of injuries and too many strikeouts.
Blue Jays beat Twins 3-0 on Berríos' pitching, Kirk's hitting, Varsho's fielding
José Berríos pitched around a season-high five walks and into the sixth inning for Toronto to beat his old team as the Blue Jays blanked the Minnesota Twins 3-0 for their first series win in four tries.
2 more horses die at Churchill Downs, marking 12 deaths this month
The Kentucky Derby horses were euthanized after suffering serious injuries in races on Friday and Saturday.
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Talking Points: Attorney General Keith Ellison pens book about Chauvin trial
In his new book, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison writes about the high-stakes prosecution of former police officer Derek Chauvin, the officer convicted of murdering George Floyd.
Requests from other prosecutors inspired AG Ellison's book on Chauvin trial
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
Talking Points: What's changed since George Floyd's murder
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020.
George Floyd murdered 3 years ago this week
Floyd's death under the knee of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin not only changed our community but it changed the nation.
Talking Points: Breaking down the state election results (part 3)
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. Murphy asked Local civil rights attorney and activist Nekima Levy Armstrong if she's seen change and asked what still needs to be done. Murphy also checked in with Floyd's long-time girlfriend Courteney Ross.
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Two mansions of Minnesota lumber barons a popular destination for reunions, weddings
Imagine spending the night in a turn-of-the-century lumber baron's mansion. Well, now you can do exactly that.
Iron ore and baseball celebrated at Chisholm's Minnesota Museum of Mining
"Chisholm is kind of one of those amazing places that believes in itself no matter what. And they never say die," said Carol Borich.
The awe-inspiring Minneapolis water tower protected by 8-ton stone guardians
Minnesota has plenty of wacky water towers. But there's one in Minneapolis that's all about architecture and art.
Finding Minnesota: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & the Big Bopper live on in Montevideo
In the late 1950s, there were no bigger names in music than Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens. So when the teen idols announced they were coming to Montevideo as part of their Winter Dance tour, locals were gearing up.
Minnesota's landlocked town of Willernie once drew gangsters, funseekers
If you've never heard of the town of Willernie, you're not alone, even though it's located in the middle of Washington County. But between famous gangsters and a famous amusement park, Willernie has quite the history.
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Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Why is loneliness bad for our health? And how can we help ourselves and others?
As the country navigates the end of a pandemic, the U.S. surgeon general said Americans are suffering from an epidemic: Loneliness.
How does AAA calculate travel projections?
AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend, which is a very specific number.
Twin Cities rush hour more unpredictable than it was pre-pandemic
The pandemic changed just about everything in our lives, including traffic. Marie from Little Canada wanted to know, "when is the actual rush hour these days?" Good Question.
How should we clean a grill? And how often should we do it?
Jeff Wagner gets his hands dirty for this one.
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Minnesota Fishing Opener 2023
Many WCCO viewers across the state Saturday took part in the unofficial start to Minnesota summer -- the fishing opener.
Gallery: Joe Kapp, former Vikings QB who led team to first Super Bowl, dies at 85
Joe Kapp, the quarterback who led the Minnesota Vikings to their first Super Bowl appearance, has reportedly died. Kapp played three seasons with the Vikings, amassing a 23-12-3 record. He captained the Vikings to Super Bowl IV, which they lost 23-7 to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Former President Trump's arraignment draws protesters, heightened security in NYC
Crowds gathered both to support and protest against former President Donald Trump as he was expected to surrender to authorities in appear in court in Lower Manhattan for the first time to face criminal charges, a historic first .
New foods unveiled at Target Field
The first home game of the Twins season is almost here. For the 2023 season, the Twins have eight local vendors serving food at Target Field this year as part of their Minnesota Made program.
Northern Lights over Minnesota: March 23, 2023
Many WCCO viewers shared stunning photos of Thursday night's Northern Lights, which could be seen practically across the entire state of Minnesota.
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NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report from May 29, 2023
Air quality alert aside, it's a pleasant Memorial Day forecast.
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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.
NEXT Weather: 4:30 a.m. report from May 29, 2023
Monday will be a warm, dry day, but an air quality alert will be in effect in the Twin Cities.
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report from May 20, 2023
Memorial Day will feature temps in the high 80s, with pop-up storms in parts of Minnesota.
With fire danger high across Minnesota, DNR discourages campfires this Memorial Day weekend
As people fire up the grills and sit around campfires this Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging people to be careful.
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NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report from May 29, 2023
Air quality alert aside, it's a pleasant Memorial Day forecast.
DNR discourages Memorial Day campfires due to fire risk levels
Grilling and campfires are popular for Memorial Day weekend but the Minnesota DNR is warning you to be careful.
Northwestern's Lindsay Dvorak talks coming back from injury
Richmond native Lindsay Dvorak's comeback from injury has her set up for the future.
Minnesota DNR issues warning about fire danger
As people fire up the grills and sit around campfires this long weekend, the Minnesota DNR is urging people to be careful.
Monday Motivation: A musical lesson, switching to summer mode
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield has some stories to get you going on this Monday morning.