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Hundreds of volunteers honored Martin Luther King Jr. Monday with acts of community service.
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Hundreds of volunteers honored Martin Luther King Jr. Monday with acts of community service.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day both fall on Jan. 20. Here's what's open and closed on the federal holiday.
This annual tradition has existed for many years. Shayla Reaves finds out what's in store for this year's event.
It's one of the largest celebrations of life for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the nation.
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield shows us how one local teacher is taking an unconventional step in hopes her students will follow in the academic footsteps of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Rain outside didn't dampen the celebration inside at Powderhorn Park to pay tribute to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" That's what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said years ago. Across the Twin Cities, people showed what a few hours and a few hundred hands can do.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of equality for his own children still resonates with Minnesota students today.
Trump says in the address that King's dream of a colorblind society offers dignity and hope to every American, regardless of color or creed.
Minnesotans honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his last birthday.
The national debate about race and policing became especially heated the summer of 2016.
All across the country, thousands of people will celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, In Minneapolis, the city's convention center will host one of the largest holiday breakfasts in the country.
People across the country are celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and what he did for the Civil Rights Movement Monday.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy encourages people to focus on love instead of hate.
Civic leaders, activists, artists and others are celebrating, marching and paying homage Monday to Martin Luther King Jr., marking the 30th anniversary of the federal holiday honoring the slain civil rights leader.
After high profile police shootings, she's sent her pies to Ferguson, Missouri and delivered them to the 4th precinct in Minneapolis.
Hundreds of protesters marching to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. have shut down light-rail traffic in St. Paul. Green Line trains and cars were stopped at the intersection of University and Snelling Avenues Monday afternoon as Black Lives Matters protesters started their march to the Capitol.
A number of protesters staged a "die-in" at the state's official event honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy to demand changes to police practices. The protesters also joined hands and held signs bearing messages such as "White Silence = Violence" as politicians such as Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Keith Ellison, and Sen. Al Franken addressed the crowd.
Politicians commemorated the event at programs, demonstrators marched to highlight injustice, and Minnesota remembered the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The group involved in the protest that partially shut down the Mall of America last month says it's planning a march as part of a national movement to reclaim the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrate civil rights in modern-day Minnesota.
A store in Duluth caused an uproar by having a special sale for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. A sign at Global Village read "MLK Day sale, 25% off everything black." The store also posted the sale on Facebook, drawing angry comments from across the country.
Monday was Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and tributes for the late civil rights leader were held across the country.
People across Minnesota are remembering the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Events, big and small, will honor the Baptist minister's work to advance civil rights with nonviolence and his mission of service.
As many celebrate Martin Luther King Day this Monday, several offices and services will be closed.
Privatizing the USPS could dramatically change the way Americans receive online purchases and prescription drugs by mail.
Three police officers in Sartell, Minnesota found themselves responding 911 call for a woman in labor Friday morning.
Minnesota Twins infielder Brooks Lee and right-handed pitcher Brock Stewart will begin the season on the injured list.
At the northern border, migrants are crossing from Canada into the U.S. with the help of human smugglers who openly promote their services on popular social media platforms.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
Privatizing the USPS could dramatically change the way Americans receive online purchases and prescription drugs by mail.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
A North Branch, Minnesota second grader is in the national spotlight. He's preserving a rare art form and gaining accolades as he navigates loss.
If a picture is worth a thousand words, Allyssa Woodford Hughes has done a lot of listening. She's the mind behind Locket Sisters, a jewelry company based out of north Minneapolis.
The viral TikTok sweet, Dubai Chocolate, has made its way to Minnesota.
Three police officers in Sartell, Minnesota found themselves responding 911 call for a woman in labor Friday morning.
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
It was March 21, 2005, on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. A 16-year-old gunman killed seven people and wounded nine others before dying by suicide.
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
Weeks after budget forecasters predicted a precipitous drop in Minnesota's surplus, Gov. Tim Walz has released a revised budget that his office says cuts hundreds of millions of dollars in spending in the coming years to fend off an impending deficit.
Wisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls debuts it a cheesemaking course at its on-campus dairy plant.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
Privatizing the USPS could dramatically change the way Americans receive online purchases and prescription drugs by mail.
Amidst the raging national debate on immigration, Minnesota Republicans are looking to roll back Minnesota laws that benefit the state's estimated 81,000 undocumented residents. GOP Sen. Jordan Rasmusson talked about the effort on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m. with Esme Murphy.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had suspended flights on March 8, after the U.S. Treasury Department announced the withdrawal of Chevron's license to export Venezuelan oil.
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
The Minnesota Wild and St. Paul city leaders want the state to help renovate the Xcel Energy Center complex.
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
A fire at a Minneapolis home lead to the discovery of a shooting and arrest on Saturday.
Police announced the arrests of four suspects accused in the Friday shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico. They all face murder charges.
A 35-year-old Eden Prairie man is accused of sexually assaulting a boy and coercing him into sending graphic images.
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota says the group of 11 people conspired to possess methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it.
The jury trial for one of four people accused of kidnapping and torturing a man in St. Paul, Minnesota, over alleged drug debts to a Mexican cartel has been delayed.
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr., with help from DOGE, is planning a restructuring with sweeping cuts expected at multiple agencies.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Iconic classic rock band Steve Miller Band is taking a jet airliner to the Twin Cities this summer.
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Minnesota Twins infielder Brooks Lee and right-handed pitcher Brock Stewart will begin the season on the injured list.
Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals for Minnesota United but LA Galaxy answered each time as the teams played to a 2-2 draw.
The Harding High School boys’ basketball team just finished a historic season with their first-ever state tournament appearance, and it shares extra special meaning for head coach Stephen Solaja.
Marco Rossi, Justin Brazeau, Mats Zuccarello and Frederick Gaudreau scored, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-1.
The Shakopee boys' basketball team is making a state tournament run with seven seniors who played together for nine years.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, the University of Minnesota president, about the challenges they face.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order.
Esme Murphy takes a look at why the government could shut down and what it could mean for Minnesotans.
South of Hastings, Minnesota, there's a town without a single resident and there are businesses that don't sell a single thing. Yet people can't wait to visit, and once here, they don't want to leave.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
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.
Expect seasonable temps in the 40s to start the week before we warm back into the 60s for Thursday and Friday.
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 Adam Del Rosso says today will be windy and chilly with the chance for some spotty showers in the metro.
The next storm is set to move through the Twin Cities on Sunday morning with only a few spotty rain showers.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says our next storm continues to move though with only a few spotty rain showers this morning.
Some Minnesota Fury players and parents watched one of their own shine on the national stage.
President Trump has voiced support for privatization of the postal service, which could end guaranteed mail service to every address.
Expect seasonable temps in the 40s to start the week before we warm back into the 60s for Thursday and Friday.
Derek James has the latest headlines and updates.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says today will be windy and chilly with the chance for some spotty showers in the metro.