Younger Vikings Players Getting Sense Of Postseason Vibe
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"Most of [postseason football] is just who makes less mistakes."
Paige Bueckers will soon play for UConn, which expects to win and expects players to perform -- just like at her soon-to-be alma mater.
Auburn looked very good offensively at the end of the season, and that's not lost on Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck.
This game could set an unofficial regular season attendance record in Minnesota.
Zeke Nnaji has grown into a 6-foot-11-inch frame -- and he has grown into a possible NBA first-round pick.
They seem like they will coach forever. Then one day you are reminded that nothing lasts forever.
St. Cloud State University will soon be announcing that it will be dropping its football program.
Rickey Foggie was a focal point for the Gopher football team for four years, but he won't be at the game Saturday against Wisconsin because he has another game to coach.
It's been a season where most has gone right for the Wayzata football team. They are unbeaten, and ranked number one.
One of the divers to watch is a defending state champion: Edina's Megan Phillip.
Minneapolis North High School is where Gophers wide receiver Tyler Johnson made his mark.
WCCO's Mike Max recently sat down with Gopher men's basketball coach Richard Pitino.
Mike Max sees the Vikings carrying an advantage over a Chiefs team that will be missing Patrick Mahomes, its most dangerous play-maker.
College sports programs made $14 billion in revenue last year, while college athletes made about $18,000 in scholarship money.
It seems like a while ago, but it was only last Monday when the Minnesota Twins' season ended after losing to the New York Yankees in three straight. It was a disappointing end to one of the most entertaining seasons in team history – especially for a first year manager.
The youngest of the three Travis sons is taking his turn on the court this year, but he has decided his future is in a different sport.
There was disappointment Monday night at Target Field. But even into the early morning in the Twins clubhouse, there was enough time to reflect on a season that they will never forget.
The Minnesota Twins know that taking early leads in their ALDS playoff series with the New York Yankees is not only important -- but you might want to make that lead a big one.
Potential trade rumors are swirling over Minnesota Vikings' wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Linval Joseph is the biggest part of the Minnesota Vikings' defense – literally. That's what makes this story so unique, because growing up he had to learn how to grow up, as a new kid in school and a victim of bullying.
Simley High School sports legend Brian Howard has given back, and now he's getting back -- for a very good reason.
If the Cleveland Indians are going to make a final run or make the playoffs as a wild card, a local will have a say in it.
The Vikings know they'll make a commitment to run the football -- and that means they'll make a commitment to running back Dalvin Cook.
Mike Tate is a football coach, and he loves it -- but his life has taught him what he wants to teach others.
The Vikings, going into 2019, look to put last year's disappointing campaign behind them. WCCO's Mike Max previews the upcoming season.
Police in Farmington, Minnesota, are investigating a hit-and-run Tuesday evening that killed a 13-year-old boy riding a bicycle.
Authorities in Ramsey County, Minnesota, are accusing the Department of Homeland Security of being noncooperative in the investigation into immigration agents' treatment of a U.S. citizen during an arrest in St. Paul earlier this year.
In recent days, fires have burned thousands of acres in Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area, prompting evacuations of nearby communities and closures of BWCAW entry points.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race.
A state law passed last year directed the state Department of Health to create materials on "recognizing the signs of physical abuse in infants and how to report suspected physical abuse of infants" and make them available online.
Police in Farmington, Minnesota, are investigating a hit-and-run Tuesday evening that killed a 13-year-old boy riding a bicycle.
Authorities in Ramsey County, Minnesota, are accusing the Department of Homeland Security of being noncooperative in the investigation into immigration agents' treatment of a U.S. citizen during an arrest in St. Paul earlier this year.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race.
An annual Boundary Waters Canoe Area trip for a family from White Bear Lake, Minnesota, ended early after wildfires forced visitors to evacuate the wilderness.
A person is dead after a lakeside home in Burnsville, Minnesota, burned to the ground Tuesday during what city officials called an hourslong situation involving a "person in crisis."
In recent days, fires have burned thousands of acres in Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area, prompting evacuations of nearby communities and closures of BWCAW entry points.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race.
Gabriel Crombie pleaded guilty to aiding an offender in May, according to court documents.
An annual Boundary Waters Canoe Area trip for a family from White Bear Lake, Minnesota, ended early after wildfires forced visitors to evacuate the wilderness.
"Very heavy smoke" from fires in the Arrowhead, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and southern Canada will quickly inundate much of Minnesota with the help of a sagging front that will drag that air on south, the MPCA says.
For 66 years, the Lumberjack World Championships have brought the world's best to Hayward, Wisconsin.
Three people who died after a pontoon overturned on Lake Pepin over the weekend have been identified.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
Francesca Hong has not backed away from calls to defund and abolish the police, raise taxes on the wealthy, and create a state-owned bank — positions now facing voters in a state Trump has carried twice.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race.
Tensions between the United States and Iran are escalating after four days of strikes.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Police in Farmington, Minnesota, are investigating a hit-and-run Tuesday evening that killed a 13-year-old boy riding a bicycle.
Gabriel Crombie pleaded guilty to aiding an offender in May, according to court documents.
The 62-year-old St. Cloud woman was booked into the Wright County Jail Monday for probable cause leaving the scene of an accident with injuries, the sheriff's office said. She has not been formally charged as of Tuesday morning.
A man labeled by the Department of Justice as the 78th person charged in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme has pleaded guilty, according to a court document filed in the U.S. District Court of Minnesota on Monday.
The top prosecutors of Minnesota and Hennepin County say federal investigators are now sharing evidence in connection to the shootings by immigration agents in the state amid Operation Metro Surge earlier this year in Minneapolis, including Renee Good's SUV.
A state law passed last year directed the state Department of Health to create materials on "recognizing the signs of physical abuse in infants and how to report suspected physical abuse of infants" and make them available online.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Very heavy smoke" from fires in the Arrowhead, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and southern Canada will quickly inundate much of Minnesota with the help of a sagging front that will drag that air on south, the MPCA says.
More than 75,000 Minnesotans have been approved for the state's paid family and medical leave program, which launched at the beginning of the year.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, neighborhood that has struggled to keep businesses might be turning a corner.
It's another action-packed weekend here in Minnesota, featuring hot dogs, book fairs, community celebrations and more.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Suni Lee is making a run at a third Olympics.
Ball, who won Rookie of the Year over Anthony Edwards after the 2020-2021 season, averaged 20.1 points and 7.1 assists last season. President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly called him "a real point guard, which is — they're hard to find."
Kayla McBride scored a season-high 37 points, rookie Olivia Miles had a career-high 33 and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 104-100 on Monday night for their third straight victory.
It may not be the first sport you think of, but cheerleading is definitely a sport. There are an estimated 4.5 million participants across 70 countries, with most in the U.S., where the sport originated.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
It's one of Minnesota's rules of the road in which two is better than one. But Jodi from Lakeville emailed WCCO saying a lot of drivers don't seem to care about the law.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
It’ll be another day of smoky skies and poor air quality, as heat index values near 100 degrees.
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.
Highs will be in the lower 90s, with heat index values near 100. An extreme heat warning and NEXT Weather Alert remain in place through Thursday evening.
Wednesday will be another dangerously hot day in Minnesota as wildfires continue to burn and air quality concerns linger.
Wednesday will be another dangerously hot day in Minnesota as wildfires continue to burn and air quality concerns linger.
Nichole Showalter shows the WCCO Mid-Morning crew some of the amazing art you can find at the Minnehaha Falls Art Fair.
Internships can be a tool for helping gain experience in the workplace, and the BrandLab is taking a unique approach to internship programs.
Many people believe they wouldn’t know how to respond if someone reveals they are a trauma survivor.
Summer is prime time for grilling and a new survey looks into people’s grilling habits.
Dr. Gigi Chawla explains how parents can help kids hold on to math and reading skills over the summer.