Some Native Americans say Biden's boarding school apology means little
Now this terrible chapter in American history is no longer hidden. But many Native families are still dealing with generational trauma created by those schools.
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Now this terrible chapter in American history is no longer hidden. But many Native families are still dealing with generational trauma created by those schools.
President Joe Biden expressed the nation's regret over the government's role in the abuse and neglect of Native American children.
A dedication for a mural depicting the Dakota creation story happened the same day President Biden said he is going to make a formal apology for atrocities committed against Indigenous peoples during the era of federal Indian boarding schools.
President Joe Biden will apologize for the government creating American Indian boarding schools, which forcibly assimilated Native American children. Our Frankie McLister shows us why that means a lot in Minnesota.
Carrie Schuettpelz, author of the book “The Indian Card,” gives a preview of the new release, which is called a “groundbreaking and deeply personal exploration of Tribal enrollment, and what it means to be Native American in the United States.”
Communities across the state of Minnesota are celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday.
The lawsuit was filed earlier this year by several tribal nations, including Minnesota's Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and two other tribes in the Dakotas.
More than 300 elders from different nations, across Minnesota and Canada, made the trek to Richfield's Veterans Park to celebrate.
A celebration of tradition and culture was held on Wednesday in the Twin Cities as hundreds gathered to enjoy the first annual Native American Elder Day.
Over 100 miles from the nearest reservation, centuries of oppression have manifested in the Native communities in Minneapolis and St. Paul, leading to high levels of addiction and violence. Now, decades later, they are still fighting to restore their cultural heritage and reclaim their past.
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera "Star Wars: A New Hope" is getting its first showtimes this weekend.
Hazelden Betty Ford has launched a free virtual program that helps Native American community members address generational trauma and the various struggles that come with it.
Minnesota's Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has joined a lawsuit with other tribal nations alleging social media companies have exacerbated the mental health crisis engulfing Native American teenagers.
When a small-town Minnesota high school banned its Native American drum group from performing at graduation, the hurt reverberated across Indigenous communities in the Upper Midwest.
Senator Tina Smith announced two Native communities in Minnesota will receive federal funding to support small business development.
A Native American tribe in northern Minnesota celebrated with state leaders Wednesday the return of nearly 12,000 acres of land.
As part of efforts to trace the roots and legacy of Black Hawk, CBS Chicago tracked down April Holder, 40, Black Hawk's great-great-great-great-great-great-great-granddaughter, and one of only a few remaining relatives.
The first Tribal college and university in a major U.S. city will have its grand opening Thursday in Minneapolis.
The first tribal college and university in a major U.S. city will have its grand opening Thursday in Minneapolis.
Shakopee High School unveils the very first designated smudging space for students in the state, allowing for native students to participate in a long-standing culture practice.
Shakopee High School is unveiling a smudging space for students on Thursday afternoon, with an open house to follow.
A noose used in the largest execution in U.S. history will soon be returned to a Native American tribe in southeastern Minnesota.
A familiar sound was missing at one high school graduation ceremony on Friday evening.
In a protest through songs, more than 50 students gathered outside Hinckley-Finlayson High School Wednesday afternoon, demanding a reversal to a school board decision to take a traditional Native song out of this year's upcoming graduation ceremony.
A leaking roof, an empty gym, and an art gallery with no art. These were the conditions of one of the oldest American Indian community centers in the country. Now, thanks to government funding and local philanthropy, the center will open its doors to a new beginning.
The Minnesota Vikings and head coach Kevin O'Connell have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension.
The former sister-in-law of Pete Hegseth told senators in a sworn affidavit that he caused his second wife to fear for her personal safety and abused alcohol over the course of many years.
Minnesota is playing without leading scorer Mara Braun for the second straight season and this time learning how to win without her.
Minnesotans are among those granted clemency for crimes committed during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
President Trump invoked presidential powers to begin his long-promised immigration crackdown shortly after taking office on Monday.
Owners of Revival say the restaurants are permanently closed after nearly a decade in business.
One man is dead and another is in custody after a crash in Fridley Monday morning.
After unusually warm winter weather cut the event short last year, organizers for the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions are some of the best they've seen in years.
Police said no one has been arrested. The department is working to find out whether the shootings were connected.
After 17 months of rebuilding from a bus crashing through its front window, the business is now facing another challenge.
Seven different fire departments worked to put out a fire at a Wright County egg farm Monday morning.
Josh Madson is using his photography skills in an effort to bring the community together.
Authorities in northwestern Minnesota are advising residents to stay off the roads Friday afternoon.
From Nov. 27 through Dec. 31, 2,079 people were arrested as part of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's DWI enforcement campaign.
Fire destroyed Winona's Black Horse Bar & Grill early Friday morning, with several fire departments trucking in water to help fight the blaze.
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
The famous Leinenkugel's brewery in Chippewa Falls hasn't been owned by a member of the Leinenkugel family since 1988, but some members of the family want to change that.
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
Wisconsin's photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Republican-controlled Assembly with no support from Democrats.
A Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed her sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please online horror character Slender Man will be released from a psychiatric hospital, a judge ordered on Thursday.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
The former sister-in-law of Pete Hegseth told senators in a sworn affidavit that he caused his second wife to fear for her personal safety and abused alcohol over the course of many years.
Minnesotans are among those granted clemency for crimes committed during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
President Trump invoked presidential powers to begin his long-promised immigration crackdown shortly after taking office on Monday.
There's already fallout after Trump signed a flurry of executive actions on issues like immigration, federal workers and energy on his first day back in office.
In his inaugural address, President Trump said he'll be ushering in a new era and ending a period of American decline. Those executive orders cover a wide range of policies from immigration to energy, trade and inflation.
Owners of Revival say the restaurants are permanently closed after nearly a decade in business.
It will be more expensive to attend the Minnesota State Fair this summer, officials announced on Sunday.
The series of January cold snaps is helping some Minnesota resorts get back on track. Even with below-average snowfall, business is looking up.
The brand says the savory drops are available for a limited time in January for National Soup Month, and the peak of cold and flu season.
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
Minnesotans are among those granted clemency for crimes committed during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Police said no one has been arrested. The department is working to find out whether the shootings were connected.
President Trump promises to crack down on illegal immigration. Jonah Kaplan investigates how Minnesota's current deportation process works.
President Trump pledged on the campaign trail to absolve those who were charged for their conduct on Jan. 6, 2021.
Authorities say two people were seriously injured in a crash after a man fled from law enforcement during a traffic stop on Monday.
As illness is spreading around the state, one patient says their senior living facility is keeping residents separated to prevent more people from getting sick.
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
Mariah Southwick says her friends, Rachel Kretchmer and Michael Shulze, died one week ago after buying what they thought was cocaine — instead, it was fentanyl-laced cocaine.
There is real concern among health officials there won't be nearly enough doctors in the future, let alone for rural Minnesota in the near term.
President-elect Donald Trump had one of the biggest names in country music performing at his swearing-in ceremony.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker behind "O.J.: Made in America" has made a nine-hour documentary about the life and achievements of Prince. However, it may never end up getting the audience it deserves.
It was a battle of north vs. south in boys hockey Friday night as Grand Rapids and White Bear Lake battled on the ice. Plus, a former University of Minnesota hockey player is feeling thankful amid his battle with a life-altering disease.
The Minnesota Vikings and head coach Kevin O'Connell have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension.
Minnesota is playing without leading scorer Mara Braun for the second straight season and this time learning how to win without her.
After unusually warm winter weather cut the event short last year, organizers for the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions are some of the best they've seen in years.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
A boycott, an alleged coup, multiple lawsuits — they're all part of the confusion and chaos at the Minnesota legislature.
Esme Murphy talks about how the capitol drama could continue for weeks.
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
The surgeon general says even if you have one drink once a week over a lifetime your odds cancer risk rises significantly.
The death of former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic has left the Senate temporarily in a 33-33 tie. The special election in the heavily DFL district is Jan. 28. Republican Senate Leader Mark Johnson and DFL Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy are currently working out a temporary power-sharing agreement.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare.
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
Here's an explanation of why people may hear creaks and trembles in their homes during cold months.
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says light snow will fall across northern Minnesota Tuesday night (maybe an inch) while flurries are possible in the Twin Cities.
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.
The warming has begun, but the afternoon will still feature single-digit temps and wind chills below zero.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says we climb to single digits by early afternoon, and continue warming through the night. That being said, it will still be cold Tuesday afternoon, with temps in the single digits and wind chills about 10 degrees below zero.
An extreme cold warning remains in place for the entire state through noon, and a NEXT Weather Alert is in effect.
WCCO's Marielle Mohs shares a preview of the new sporting league's efforts.
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde addressed President Trump directly in the National Cathedral Tuesday.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says light snow will fall across northern Minnesota Tuesday night (maybe an inch) while flurries are possible in the Twin Cities.
The warming has begun, but the afternoon will still feature single-digit temps and wind chills below zero.
Chef Andrew Novak, of Stonegarden, shares a look at what to expect from their menu.