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For more than 15 years, Dr. Shirlee Xie has dedicated her life to healing others, but now she's turning that healing inward.
The annual Mother's Day Bonsai Show filled the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in Como Park Sunday.
On the holiday all about making her feel special, Tynika Smith was the one doing just that for people living on the street in Minneapolis.
David Schuman was there as she gave out food, jewelry and more.
Some families celebrated Mother’s Day at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.
From healthy to heart failure, WCCO's Beret Leone introduces us to a woman whose thirst for life and travel helped her combat the unforeseen medical news.
With Mother's Day this Sunday — floral shops are blooming with business.
Mother's day is around the corner and flower shops are seeing a boom in business.
Flower prices could be higher this year due to tariffs enacted by President Trump.
From graduations to Mother's Day, spring is the perfect time to put your hosting skills to the test. Creating a beautiful brunch at home doesn't have to be complicated.
The calendar on Sunday said Mother’s Day but for some Minnesota families, celebrations will have to wait until more than 500 Minnesota National Guardsmen and women come home. Jonah Kaplan has an important update from our citizen soldiers serving in the Middle East.
Annie Thaemert was over the moon when she found out she was pregnant with her first child, but her mother was battling metastatic breast cancer and it was spreading quickly.
As we celebrate the moms in our lives, one family is remembering a wish granted with the help of a doctor who acted fast. WCCO’s Ubah Ali has the bittersweet story.
Shower your wife with appreciation with our curated selection of ideas for the best Mother's Day gifts of 2024.
Lifestyle contributor Jasmine Stringer offers her annual Mother’s Day gift guide.
Show Grandma how much you appreciate her with the best Mother's Day gifts of 2024.
Emily Richards from Lancer Hospitality and Keller Grille has some ideas for how to make that perfect spread to impress mom.
Jan Hagerman from the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore visits WCCO to show some ideas to creatively celebrate the mother in our life.
Plan ahead with the best Mother's Day gifts and flowers, plus all the information you need to celebrate Mom.
The U.S. senator remembers her mother, a second-grade schoolteacher, whose lessons on butterflies continued to nourish her students for years to come.
On this morning's Bright Spot, it only felt fitting to highlight a local mama.
Local foster mom Tricia Parks joins us to talk about mothers who choose to foster.
We're shouting out our moms with Mother's Day coming up soon!
Shayla Reaves is at Roseline's Candles in Minneapolis to hear about a Mother’s Day experience.
The "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell" is delivering a special, week-long Mother's Day series called "Moms in Focus," including a story on a Bay Area mom dedicated heling seniors and people with Parkinson's disease stay fit.
A cyberattack is disrupting thousands of schools, including the University of Minnesota, as students cram for finals.
The co-owner of Lush Bar and Theatre said employees feel targeted after 3 people broke in and stole a safe containing cash and tips, with the bar now relying on a patron fundraiser to recover.
A former Minnetonka, Minnesota, school employee accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl has pleaded guilty, according to court documents filed Thursday.
Police in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, are searching for a suspect after an individual was injured in a shooting following an altercation on Friday morning.
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
A cyberattack is disrupting thousands of schools, including the University of Minnesota, as students cram for finals.
A former Minnetonka, Minnesota, school employee accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl has pleaded guilty, according to court documents filed Thursday.
Police in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, are searching for a suspect after an individual was injured in a shooting following an altercation on Friday morning.
Minnesota-based North Memorial Health and South Dakota-based Sanford Health have signed a "definitive agreement" to merge into a single nonprofit health system, according to both organizations.
The district is estimated to recoup $10.7 million this year and $10.8 million next year, bringing the deficit for 2026-2027 down to $39.7 million.
Minnesota-based North Memorial Health and South Dakota-based Sanford Health have signed a "definitive agreement" to merge into a single nonprofit health system, according to both organizations.
A red flag warning will go into effect Friday afternoon in northwestern and central Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions, the state's Department of Natural Resources says.
Police in Bemidji, Minnesota, are investigating after a shooting that left three adults with critical injuries, according to officials.
The man killed by police and the officer who shot him in Virginia, Minnesota, last week has been identified as Ethan Basche, 31, according to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
State air quality experts expect about two weeks of wildfire smoke impact in Minnesota this summer, and several days of unhealthy ozone levels.
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
You may have heard of Give to the Max Day, where people donate millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofits and organizations across Minnesota on a single day. That idea has spread to western Wisconsin, called Give Big Valleys.
Federal prosecutors say a small-town Wisconsin police chief tried to help California gun dealers import illegal armor-piercing rounds from Europe.
Local and federal law enforcement are investigating after nearly 50 firearms and "a large quantity of ammunition" were stolen from a sporting goods store in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said Friday.
Two Minnesotans were killed in a motorcycle crash Wednesday evening in western Wisconsin.
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
Moses Cooper, who has cerebral palsy, met running partner Mark Hulsey through My Team Triumph Minnesota two years ago and the pair qualified for the Boston Marathon at Grandma's Marathon last summer.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
President Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is still intact despite an escalation in tensions, plus more of the day’s top stories.
The Bloomington Police Department created a new executive protection unit amid rising political violence and increasing threats to Minnesota lawmakers.
After months of back and forth, Republicans and Democrats in both chambers of the Minnesota Legislature found a way forward to establish a new Office of Inspector General to fight fraud and prevent the theft of taxpayer money in the first place.
The Minnesota House approved a pilot program that would legalize psychedelic mushrooms in the state for therapeutic use.
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints.
Gas in the Twin Cities can be up to $4.20 a gallon these days, and it's happening as Minnesota is revving up for summer.
According to the letter, enforcement will be done by police and plainclothes officers, with businesses themselves being held accountable for repeat violations.
Some Twin Cities rideshare drivers say they may have to leave the road as gas prices continue to increase.
The co-owner of Lush Bar and Theatre said employees feel targeted after 3 people broke in and stole a safe containing cash and tips, with the bar now relying on a patron fundraiser to recover.
A former Minnetonka, Minnesota, school employee accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl has pleaded guilty, according to court documents filed Thursday.
Police in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, are searching for a suspect after an individual was injured in a shooting following an altercation on Friday morning.
Police in Bemidji, Minnesota, are investigating after a shooting that left three adults with critical injuries, according to officials.
The man killed by police and the officer who shot him in Virginia, Minnesota, last week has been identified as Ethan Basche, 31, according to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
Minnesota-based North Memorial Health and South Dakota-based Sanford Health have signed a "definitive agreement" to merge into a single nonprofit health system, according to both organizations.
The Minnesota House approved a pilot program that would legalize psychedelic mushrooms in the state for therapeutic use.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
A deadly virus that's killed cruise ship passengers can be traced to small critters found hiding in homes.
When a loved one starts to lose their memory, it creates new challenges for family members. But in a western Minnesota town, they're battling Alzheimer's disease and dementia with music.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are calling their Aug. 29 show "Homecoming: A Celebration of the Minneapolis Sound."
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The Minnesota Star Tribune was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for breaking news for its coverage of a mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that killed two children and injured more than a dozen others.
Mononymous country music star Hardy is set to kick off the final weekend of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Jauan Jennings agreed to one-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings to give the team a needed third option at receiver.
Maggie Flaherty and Hayley Scamurra scored 24 seconds apart early in the second period, Ann-Renée Desbiens made 27 saves, and the Montreal Victoire beat the Minnesota Frost 2-1 in the PWHL playoffs.
Keibert Ruiz homered, doubled twice and drove in four runs to lift the Washington Nationals to a 7-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Joe Senser, who also owned two popular Twin Cities sports bars, has died, according to the team.
Victor Wembanyama had 19 points and 15 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs handed Minnesota the worst postseason loss in franchise history, beating the Timberwolves 133-95 to even their Western Conference semifinal series at one game apiece.
The legislation establishes a list of requirements aimed at improving transparency and reducing conflicts within HOAs. Minnesota estimates that 25% of its residents live in an HOA, and 82% of new homes are built within one.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dana Ohman, an attorney who handles HOA disputes, about some of the most common questions homeowners have.
Sen. Tina Smith is using her last months in office to vocally campaign for progressive and environmental causes. She hopes that a progressive will succeed her when Minnesotans go to the polls next November.
Sen. Tina Smith, who is retiring from the U.S. Senate, is a major presence in the race to succeed her.
For nearly 50 years, Farmamerica has been sowing agricultural knowledge near Waseca, Minnesota.
The carillon has 56 bells, and the Mayo Clinic said that makes it one of the largest instruments in the world and the largest instrument in Minnesota.
When you think of masterful, memorable works of art, grain elevators don't typically come to mind. But in towns across the country, including in Minnesota, they're becoming an unlikely canvas for creativity.
At Arnie Lillo's Creations in Blue Earth County, you can visit a metal-scaled version of the Eiffel Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge. The works of art have taken on a shape of their own.
It's one of the largest musky hatcheries in the entire world. John Lauritsen shows us how the Spooner hatchery keeps fish healthy and anglers happy.
A deadly virus that's killed cruise ship passengers can be traced to small critters found hiding in homes.
So far this decade, the Twin Cities metro has, on average, added about 17,000 housing units per year, according to data from the Metropolitan Council.
A symbolic change is bothering some Minnesotans. Now their local leaders are listening; several cities are voting to fly the old state flag instead of the new one. While it was a drastic redesign, it wasn't the first.
Construction season has arrived, potentially adding several minutes to your daily drive to work. So, how bad is the commute in the Twin Cities? Good Question.
The media we consume and how long we spend consuming it can impact our mental health. In a world where screens are scrutinized, what is the worst kind of screen time?
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
There’s an elevated fire danger for parts of central and western Minnesota, but some showers are also expected to move through Friday evening.
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.
We will see plenty of sunshine this weekend. It will also be breezy both days, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Temps will reach into the 70s on Friday, and western Minnesota is under a red flag warning.
Aside from some occasional clouds, we keep the sunshine Friday and warm up even closer to 70, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
There’s an elevated fire danger for parts of central and western Minnesota, but some showers are also expected to move through Friday evening.
From fire stations, cultural centers and cemeteries, Open Doors Minneapolis invites residents to check out parts of the cities you typically can’t access.
The burglary happened early Thursday at Lush Bar and Theatre in northeast Minneapolis.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources expects around 500,000 anglers to drop a line on day one.
Hackers attacked a learning system called Canvas, preventing students from accessing class notes, assignments and lecture videos right in the middle of final exams.