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Dr. Cedric Alexander says he had lots to move on when it comes to integrating five departments: police, fire, 911, emergency management, and neighborhood safety.
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Dr. Cedric Alexander says he had lots to move on when it comes to integrating five departments: police, fire, 911, emergency management, and neighborhood safety.
The position integrates five departments -- 911, the city fire department, the emergency management office, the police department, and neighborhood safety, formerly known as the Office of Violence Prevention.
The position integrates five departments -- 911, the city fire department, the emergency management office, the police department, and neighborhood safety, formerly known as the Office of Violence Prevention.
U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson on Thursday handed Derek Chauvin a sentence of 252 months in prison, or 21 years. Magnuson said, in addition to all else, he "absolutely destroyed the lives" of three other MPD officers.
After chaotic scenes of violence in Minneapolis for the 4th of July holiday, concerned neighbors are worried about the Aquatennial later this month.
Sending your child off to college is always stressful, but this year parents say they have the added worry about increasing crime in the Twin Cities.
Minneapolis City Councilmember Michael Rainville says he now think the State Patrol should be helping Minneapolis police.
As Reg Chapman reports, Governor Walz calls the chaos Monday night unacceptable.
Several of the victims are in critical condition, police said.
Minneapolis police say they're investigating a fatal shooting that happened along Nicollet Avenue and East 18th Street Tuesday evening.
From music to the lights, roller skating spins people into nostalgia. Now, there's an idea to bring that joy to North Minneapolis and bring new life to a building that's seen better days.
While live entertainment continues to get back on its feet amid what seems to be the waning end of the COVID-19 pandemic, along comes another reminder that we're not out of the woods just yet.
The 4-mile run was scheduled to start on Boom Island at 8 a.m.
The city is urging people not to call the emergency line regrading noise complaints on Independence Day, when dispatch is often overwhelmed by hundreds of noise complaints.
State officials have taken the lead in the investigation into the underground explosion earlier this week that rumbled University Avenue near the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities campus.
"If you like music and you like food, we have everything. This is an amazing festival," said Abdimalik Mohamed, who is leading the organization of the event.
Jeff Wagner looks into each cities' decision, and why they struck a chord with Minnesotans.
A 31-year-old Twin Cities man who remains on the lam is now charged in a fatal shooting earlier this week in south Minneapolis.
This comes after WCCO-TV reported on homicides in Minneapolis and found discrepancies in the data.
Federal prosecutors asked a judge Wednesday to sentence one of the four former Minneapolis police officers convicted of civil rights violations in George Floyd's killing to as many as 6 1/2 years in prison but to impose significantly stiffer yet unspecified sentences on two others.
In a collaboration with CBS News, Jennifer Mayerle examines why homicides in Minnesota’s largest city are often going without punishment.
On a gorgeous day at Bde Maka Ska, there's a portion reserved for some of the area's smaller and slower moving residents.
The city's park board is doing what it can to preserve the turtle population in the chain of lakes.
The day after Terrell Mayes, Jr. celebrated Christmas with his family, the 3-year-old and his siblings heard gunshots. A stray bullet struck Terrell as he ran up the stairs inside his north Minneapolis home. For more than a decade, WCCO has followed his grieving mother's push to find her son's killer.
Investigators say 18-year-old Shamir Black, of Minneapolis, pistol-whipped a woman who refused to turn over her car keys outside a northeast Minneapolis restaurant.
Minneapolis Public Schools announced late Wednesday night that they are canceling classes for the remainder of the week after ICE agents fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning.
As conflicting accounts about what happened in Minneapolis swirl, state and federal investigators are now taking a closer look at Wednesday's ICE-involved shooting. WCCO looked at the Department of Homeland Security policy on the use of force.
Tom Homan told CBS News "it'd be unprofessional" to comment on the incident amid an investigation.
Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.
Police in Moorhead, Minnesota, are asking for the public's help to find 17-year-old Neeshka Lafromboise, who has been missing since Monday.
Minneapolis Public Schools announced late Wednesday night that they are canceling classes for the remainder of the week after ICE agents fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning.
Officials in Burnsville, Minnesota, say a 23-year-old man is in custody and faces criminal charges in connection to a New Year's Day assault against a 74-year-old woman.
Video from witnesses gathered by WCCO show the moments before an Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officer fatally shot a woman in south Minneapolis.
A Minneapolis day care featured in a right-wing YouTuber's video about alleged fraud in Minnesota is now closed, according to state records.
A Twin Cities man accused of killing his girlfriend told investigators he accidentally shot her when he pointed the gun in her direction and pulled the trigger "to be sure it was unloaded," charges filed Tuesday state.
Police in Moorhead, Minnesota, are asking for the public's help to find 17-year-old Neeshka Lafromboise, who has been missing since Monday.
Brian Pippitt, who had his sentence commuted after two and a half decades in prison, has been released from prison.
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
Leaders in Minnesota are reacting Monday morning to Gov. Tim Walz's announcement that he is dropping his reelection bid.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday reversed course by dropping out of the 2026 gubernatorial race amid intense scrutiny of his handling of the state's fraud scandal.
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
A western Wisconsin town is reveling in the national spotlight.
When he's not playing zone or man, Hall is carving it up at local hills. He has qualified for multiple professional snowboard competitions.
Two people were killed and another hurt in a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon.
Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
It was a scary moment in the Twin Cities over the weekend, as a trailer hauling sled dogs turned over on Interstate 494 in Minnetonka.
On Sunday, members of Minnesota's Somali community spoke out against President Trump's social media post calling for an end to temporary protected status.
As conflicting accounts about what happened in Minneapolis swirl, state and federal investigators are now taking a closer look at Wednesday's ICE-involved shooting. WCCO looked at the Department of Homeland Security policy on the use of force.
Tom Homan told CBS News "it'd be unprofessional" to comment on the incident amid an investigation.
Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says the state "doesn't need any further help from the federal government" after federal officials reported a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis.
President Donald Trump claimed that the woman shot and killed by an ICE officer in south Minneapolis Wednesday "viciously ran over the ICE Officer" prior to her death, though the video evidence he shared showed no sign of an officer being run over in the incident.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
WCCO gathered data on core staple items from Aldi in Apple Valley, Target in Fridley and Cub Foods in north Minneapolis.
Minnesota drivers have something to celebrate this holiday — a price drop at the pump.
With costs still high and budgets stretched, getting smarter with money matters more than ever.
There were 584 vehicles towed during this week's snow emergency in Minneapolis. That number stands at 352 and counting in St. Paul, where parking restrictions are in place until 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.
As conflicting accounts about what happened in Minneapolis swirl, state and federal investigators are now taking a closer look at Wednesday's ICE-involved shooting. WCCO looked at the Department of Homeland Security policy on the use of force.
Officials in Burnsville, Minnesota, say a 23-year-old man is in custody and faces criminal charges in connection to a New Year's Day assault against a 74-year-old woman.
President Donald Trump claimed that the woman shot and killed by an ICE officer in south Minneapolis Wednesday "viciously ran over the ICE Officer" prior to her death, though the video evidence he shared showed no sign of an officer being run over in the incident.
A Twin Cities man accused of killing his girlfriend told investigators he accidentally shot her when he pointed the gun in her direction and pulled the trigger "to be sure it was unloaded," charges filed Tuesday state.
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Just one day after dropping his bid for reelection, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the state's paid family leave program is one of the most transformational bills the state has ever passed.
Roughly 12,000 Minnesotans have already applied for the state's new paid family leave program, according to an update by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
The clock is ticking to snag a few more gifts and prepare for that holiday trip to visit family. As the pressure builds, so does the stress.
The Minnesota Athletic Trainers Association says of the middle and high schools they know of, only 49% have an athletic trainer providing some level of service.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
Anthony Edwards scored 26 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Miami Heat for the second time in four days, 122-94.
Langston Reynolds scored 22 points and Cade Tyson added 16 and Minnesota held off a rally to defeat No. 19 Iowa 70-67.
Andrei Kuzmenko had a goal and an assist, and the Los Angeles Kings held on to beat the Minnesota Wild 4-2.
The Minnesota Vikings lost their bet this season that they could develop J.J. McCarthy and still win at the same time, with a roster strong enough to withstand the typical inconsistencies of a young quarterback in his debut.
The Minnesota Vikings now know the teams they'll be playing during the 2026 regular season.
The DFL race pits two prominent party leaders, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig, against each other.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for answers about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities. She is also denouncing the president's attacks on the Somali community and herself. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy shows us how, for Omar, this is a familiar position to be in.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for clarity about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.
Fear and uncertainty continue in Minnesota's Somali communities as ICE continues its intensified focus on the Twin Cities.
Opposition to ICE actions is widespread among Democratic elected officials throughout the state, though nowhere more than in Minneapolis, home to the state's largest Somali population.
On Dec. 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" debuted on CBS, and it became an instant classic. Lee Jenkins' home is proof that the show is still a hit six decades later.
Holiday lights are on full display across the state right now, and just south of the Twin Cities you'll find a Christmas light show that's been around for more than half a century.
The story begins years ago when the city acquired one of the T-38 Talon Thunderbird jets from the Air Force.
The holidays are upon us, and in the town of Kellogg, Minnesota, you'll find a toy store unlike any other.
With the holidays fast approaching, and lutefisk on the menu for many families, one Minnesota town has the distinction of being called the "Lutefisk Capital of the Country."
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
From the frozen ponds and lakes to the packed indoor rinks serving as community hubs, hockey is uniquely celebrated and cherished in Minnesota like no other state in the country.
Have you ever wondered how the actors memorize so many lines? A neurologist says everyone could strengthen their memories by taking cues from actors.
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
According to the Smithsonian Magazine and Britannica, eggnog has British roots.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Our overnight temps will stay mild as we remain in the high 20s. We will have a storm system approaching Thursday, but it will miss the metro area. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks down what the rest of the week looks like.
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.
A storm system approaches from the south on Thursday. The bulk of it will miss us to the east, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Persistent low clouds may limit warming elsewhere and keep visibility reduced at times through Wednesday night, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Wednesday will bring early fog and a warm-up to parts of Minnesota.
Our overnight temps will stay mild as we remain in the high 20s. We will have a storm system approaching Thursday, but it will miss the metro area. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks down what the rest of the week looks like.
An ICE agent shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday and city leaders are demanding accountability. Is accountability to be had? Jennifer Mayerle looks into the Department of Homeland Security's current use-of-force policy.
Thousands turned out for a vigil for Renee Good, the 37-year-old shot and killed by a federal ICE agent, on Wednesday night. This comes as thousands of federal agents are in Minnesota for the largest immigration operation ever.
Emotions were on full display with many expressing sadness and frustration, not only over Wednesday's federal raid, but raids happening around the Twin Cities over the last 40 days.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said during a news conference on Wednesday evening that the ICE officer who shot the woman was involved in an incident with an "anti-ICE rioter" in June.