Zelenskyy vows on VE Day to defeat Putin "just as Nazism was defeated"
As the world marked the anniversary of Nazi Germany's 1945 surrender, Russia, which helped beat Hitler, unleashed a fresh attack on its neighbor.
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Ben Ferencz, last living Nuremberg prosecutor, dies at 103
Ferencz secured convictions for 22 former Nazi commanders who were charged with murdering over 1 million Jews, Gypsies and others.
Berlin holds funeral for human bone fragments held by the Nazis
The site where the bones were found was once home to a hub for Nazi scientists during World War II, including Josef Mengele, notorious for his experiments on prisoners in the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Zelenskyy and Putin's starkly different messages on Holocaust Remembrance Day
Zelenskyy's message on Holocaust Memorial Day stood in stark contrast to that of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Former Nazi camp secretary, 97, appeals conviction
Irmgard Furchner was found guilty of being an accessory to more than 10,000 murders. She was a secretary to the commander of the Stutthof concentration camp during World War II.
17 dead, 24 wounded in Russia school shooting
Russia's Investigative Committee identified the gunman as 34-year-old Artyom Kazantsev, a graduate of the school, and said he was wearing a shirt bearing "Nazi symbols."
Doctors To Examine Minneapolis Man Sought In Nazi Case
American authorities are moving ahead with Poland's request to extradite a 99-year-old Minnesota man to be tried on allegations he was involved in a World War II massacre of civilians, Polish prosecutors said Thursday.
White Nationalist Richard Spencer Drowned Out By Protesters
Counter demonstrators greatly outnumbered white nationalist Richard Spencer's supporters on Thursday at the University of Florida, their chants drowning Spencer out during his speech.
Arrest Warrant Issued For Mpls. Man Accused Of Being A Nazi
A court in Poland has issued an arrest warrant for a Minnesota man sought in a Nazi massacre, opening the way for Poland to seek his extradition from the United States on war crimes charges.
Poland Investigators Confirm NE Mpls. Man Was Once A Nazi
Poland opened an investigation into 97-year-old Michael Karkoc, who denies that he fought in the war.
Man Charged With Hate Crime In Iowa Beating
A white felon with Nazi tattoos repeatedly stomped on the face of a semi-conscious black man in a racially motivated attack at a northeastern Iowa bar last winter, according to a criminal complaint unsealed Wednesday.
Germany Shelves Nazi Crimes Probe Of US Man
German prosecutors have shelved their Nazi war crimes investigation of a retired Minnesota carpenter whom The Associated Press exposed as a former commander in an SS-led unit, saying Friday that the 96-year-old is not fit for trial.
NE Minneapolis Nazi-Suspect Case Moves Ahead
Germany's highest criminal court has ruled that the country has jurisdiction over the case of a retired Minnesota carpenter that an Associated Press investigation exposed as a former commander in a Nazi SS-led unit.
Jewish Group Speaks Out On Photo Of Nazi Flags In Mpls. Restaurant
Local Jewish community groups were speaking out Tuesday about a controversial holiday party held at a popular Minneapolis restaurant.
Re-Enactor Explains Picture With Nazi Flags Taken At Mpls. Restaurant
A popular northeast Minneapolis restaurant is taking heat, after a picture surfaced showing Nazi flags at a holiday party.
Movie Blog: 'Generation War' @ The Lagoon
Sympathizing with Nazis is something the viewer is pushed to do in "Generation War," a four-and-a-half hour German miniseries that was originally titled "Our Mothers, Our Fathers."
Experts Welcome German Decision Against Minn. Man
New evidence that a Minneapolis man who commanded a Nazi SS-led unit ordered an attack on a Polish village in World War II underscores the need for federal authorities to investigate, a leader of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas said Monday.
Murder Charges Recommended In Minn. Nazi Case
A German federal prosecutor in charge of investigating Nazi crimes says he is recommending murder charges against a Minnesota man shown in a June AP report to be a former commander in a Nazi SS-led unit accused of burning villages filled with women and children.
Data Shows Deported Nazi War Criminals Never Left U.S.
At least 10 suspected Nazi war criminals ordered deported by the United States never left the country, according to an Associated Press review of Justice Department data — and four are living in the U.S. today. All remained eligible for public benefits such as Social Security until they exhausted appeals, and in one case even beyond.
Poland, Germany Probe Nazi-Led Unit Commander
Prosecutors in Poland and Germany said Tuesday they are reviewing files on a Minnesota man who was a commander of a Nazi-led unit to see if they have enough evidence to press charges and request his extradition from the United States.
Shock Lingers After Nazi Unit Leader Found In US
The revelation that a top former commander of a Nazi SS-led military unit has lived quietly in Minneapolis for the past six decades came as a shock to those who knew 94-year-old Michael Karkoc. World War II survivors in both the U.S. and Europe harshly condemned the news and prosecutors in Poland have said they'll investigate.
Minn. Family Disputes Father Was Nazi
The family of a 94-year-old Minneapolis man is disputing a report that he commanded a Nazi SS-led unit in World War II and lied about his wartime past in order to become a U.S. citizen. The Associated Press reported Friday that Michael Karkoc was a top commander in the Ukrainian Self-Defense Legion, citing Karkoc's own memoir among other evidence. Wartime records don't show that Karkoc had a direct hand in war crimes, though records indicate he lied about his past when immigrating to the U.S.
Local Survivors Discuss Ex-Commander In Nazi-Led Unit
The news that the former commander of a Nazi SS-led military unit has been living in Minneapolis for decades is an especially startling revelation for people who lived through Nazi persecution.
Nazi Commander Discovery Stirs Up Painful Memories
Mary Neuman still has nightmares about living in Auschwitz "In one minute you can be dead and in one minutes you can be sent to the gas chambers, so it was unpredictable." Neuman said.
Jewish Leaders React To News Of Nazi Unit Commander Living In Minneapolis
Steve Hunegs is the executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas. He is shocked by Friday's news.
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Jason Horner charged with murder in killing of ex-girlfriend Sabrina Schnoor
Jason Horner, 38, was arrested just after 4 a.m. Sunday at an apartment in Waseca.
Barway Collins gets memorial statue in park he used to play in
Eight years after 10-year-old Barway Collins' body was found in the Mississippi River, a statue of him has been commissioned to stand in Becker Park in Crystal.
Coon Rapids police identify girl hit by driver Sunday
The girl is in serious condition at a local hospital.
St. Paul's Grand Old Day returns to massive crowds, high enthusiasm
Prior to Grand Old Day's three-year hiatus, the event regularly drew crowds upwards of 200,000 attendees.
Authorities fatally shoot man holding rifle while responding to domestic disturbance call in western Wis.
Law enforcement officers in western Wisconsin shot and killed a man Saturday night after authorities said he confronted the officers with a rifle in his hand.
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Barway Collins gets memorial statue in park he used to play in
Eight years after 10-year-old Barway Collins' body was found in the Mississippi River, a statue of him has been commissioned to stand in Becker Park in Crystal.
Coon Rapids police identify girl hit by driver Sunday
The girl is in serious condition at a local hospital.
St. Paul's Grand Old Day returns to massive crowds, high enthusiasm
Prior to Grand Old Day's three-year hiatus, the event regularly drew crowds upwards of 200,000 attendees.
Man shot in Minneapolis' Near North neighborhood
Police say a man was shot in Minneapolis' Near North neighborhood Sunday morning.
Wildfire smoke prompts air quality alert for east central, southeastern Minnesota
The MPCA expects the air quality index to reach the "orange" level, which means the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups, including those with heart and lung conditions, pregnant people, children and the elderly.
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Jason Horner charged with murder in killing of ex-girlfriend Sabrina Schnoor
Jason Horner, 38, was arrested just after 4 a.m. Sunday at an apartment in Waseca.
Wildfire smoke prompts air quality alert for east central, southeastern Minnesota
The MPCA expects the air quality index to reach the "orange" level, which means the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups, including those with heart and lung conditions, pregnant people, children and the elderly.
Dozens displaced after fire scorches Mankato apartment complex
Mankato city officials say first responders were called to the 1200 block of Pohl Road on a report of a fire around 1:25 p.m.
Evacuation ordered at Rochester condos due to structural concerns
The evacuation in Rochester comes nearly a week after an apartment complex in Davenport, Iowa collapsed, injuring at least eight people.
Minnesota, Wisconsin included in $102.5M national settlement with Suboxone maker
States, led by Wisconsin, claimed that the company made modest changes to Suboxone to extend patent protection and keep generic versions of the drug off the market.
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Authorities fatally shoot man holding rifle while responding to domestic disturbance call in western Wis.
Law enforcement officers in western Wisconsin shot and killed a man Saturday night after authorities said he confronted the officers with a rifle in his hand.
Minnesota, Wisconsin included in $102.5M national settlement with Suboxone maker
States, led by Wisconsin, claimed that the company made modest changes to Suboxone to extend patent protection and keep generic versions of the drug off the market.
Federal government lawsuit accuses Wisconsin town of trespassing on tribal reservation
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to try to force a northern Wisconsin town to pay for failing to renew access easements on tribal land.
Republicans reject funding for top University of Wisconsin building project
The Republican-controlled budget committee voted along party lines to fund nearly $2.4 billion in building projects statewide, down from the $3.8 billion Evers had asked for.
Governor raises gay pride flag over Wisconsin Capitol in show of support for LGBTQ+ community
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has raised the gay pride flag over the Wisconsin Capitol in a sign of support for the LGBTQ+ community amid attacks from conservative lawmakers across the country.
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she's backing Biden in 2024, despite concerns about age
Sen. Amy Klobuchar, who was one of the runners up to Biden in 2020, says she is firmly behind the president.
Inside Linda Hood's fight for adult changing tables in Minnesota
Linda Hood has been fighting for dignity, and she got a big win in the latest legislative session.
Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
President Biden to address nation on debt ceiling deal
Biden will speak to the nation for the first time from the Oval Office.
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Experts say cost of beef is rising, high prices to persist for a while
If you're buying beef to throw on the grill this weekend, prepare to pay more.
Woman promotes internet safety after assault from app-hired handyman
A Carver County woman is promoting internet safety after being assaulted in her own home by a hired hand she found online.
Minnesotans can grow marijuana at home later this summer
There was a cannabis legalization celebration this week, as Gov. Tim Walz signed the bill into law. But well before you can buy marijuana at a retail dispensary, you'll be able to grow up to eight plants at home.
New plan aims to make Metro Transit safer for riders
Drug use and other crimes have for many become synonymous with the Metro Transit trains and buses over the years, which impacts the safety of those who rely on public transportation, including Minneapolis Public School students.
Stay cool and save cash with these hot home hacks
If the heat has been too much for you already, there are easy things you can do to stay cool without breaking the bank.
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Jason Horner charged with murder in killing of ex-girlfriend Sabrina Schnoor
Jason Horner, 38, was arrested just after 4 a.m. Sunday at an apartment in Waseca.
Barway Collins gets memorial statue in park he used to play in
Eight years after 10-year-old Barway Collins' body was found in the Mississippi River, a statue of him has been commissioned to stand in Becker Park in Crystal.
Man shot in Minneapolis' Near North neighborhood
Police say a man was shot in Minneapolis' Near North neighborhood Sunday morning.
Brooklyn Park SWAT team responded to 2 unconnected incidents Saturday night
The Brooklyn Park SWAT team responded to two unconnected incidents at around the same time about two miles apart Saturday night.
Man stabbed to death inside home in St. Paul's Frogtown neighborhood
Police located and arrested a suspect, and said the suspect and victim possibly knew each other.
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Parents express concern after Schulze Lake closure, potential viral outbreak
On Wednesday, 3-year-old Remi was splashing away at Schulze Lake Beach in Eagan. But by Thursday night, Mikayla Evans says her daughter was not herself.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Government, community members to focus on climate equity at Green Zone Summit
The Minneapolis Health Department is working with the community to improve the lives of those living in areas with high levels of environmental pollution.
Wolves co-owner Alex Rodriguez says he's been diagnosed with early-stage gum disease
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of U.S. adults 30 and older have some form of gum disease, and it's even more common after the age of 65.
What you need to know about loan forgiveness for healthcare workers in Minnesota
What you need to know -- and who qualifies -- for loan forgiveness under the DFL's recently passed "Nurse and Patient Safety Act."
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St. Paul's Grand Old Day returns to massive crowds, high enthusiasm
Prior to Grand Old Day's three-year hiatus, the event regularly drew crowds upwards of 200,000 attendees.
Clay art of St. Paul's Glaze Haze aims to challenge perceptions of disability
There's some impressive and affordable clay art for sale in St. Paul, as talented artists are sculpting a whole new way for us all to look at art. The St. Paul clay art expo is on display for the next two weeks.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
Danny Masterson convicted on two counts of rape
A Los Angeles jury Wednesday has found "That '70s Show" actor Danny Masterson guilty of two counts of forcible rape.
Janelle Monáe coming to The Armory on Sept. 11
Award-winning singer and actress Janelle Monáe will stop by The Armory on Sept. 11 as part of her Age of Pleasure Tour.
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Arriaga helps Minnesota United earn late 1-1 draw with Toronto
Kervin Arriaga scored late in the second half to thwart Sean Johnson's bid for his 100th career clean she, rallying Minnesota United to a 1-1 draw with Toronto FC.
Mitchell's late basket lifts Lynx to first win of season, beat Mystics 80-78
Kayla McBride scored a season-high 24 points and Tiffany Mitchell put back her own miss with 3.0 seconds left to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the Washington Mystics 80-78 and avoided tying the franchise record for consecutive losses to open a season.
Will Brennan's rare homer against Sonny Gray gives Guardians a 4-2 win over Twins
Will Brennan hit the first homer allowed this season by Sonny Gray in the seventh inning and Logan Allen pitched six strong innings for the Cleveland Guardians in a 4-2 win against the Minnesota Twins.
Twins place Joey Gallo on IL with hamstring strain
Minnesota Twins slugger Joey Gallo has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
Polanco's RBI double gives Twins 1-0 win over Guardians
Jorge Polanco hit an RBI double in the seventh inning and Jhoan Duran finished a combined eight-hitter, helping the Minnesota Twins top the Cleveland Guardians 1-0.
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she's backing Biden in 2024, despite concerns about age
Sen. Amy Klobuchar, who was one of the runners up to Biden in 2020, says she is firmly behind the president.
Talking Points: Historic legislation aims to redress pandemic reading gap (Part 1)
A $70 million bill called the READ Act will change the reading curriculum for all Minnesota public school students starting July 1.
Talking Points: Historic legislation aims to redress pandemic reading gap (Part 2)
A $70 million bill called the READ Act will change the reading curriculum for all Minnesota public school students starting July 1.
Talking Points: Historic legislation aims to redress pandemic reading gap (Part 3)
A $70 million bill called the READ Act will change the reading curriculum for all Minnesota public school students starting July 1.
Talking Points: Historic legislation aims to redress pandemic reading gap
Nearly half of all Minnesota students are not reading at grade level, as the COVID-19 pandemic took its toll. However, a $70 million bill called the READ Act, which will change the reading curriculum for all public school students starting July 1.
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Kinstone: Wisconsin's astonishing answer to Stonehenge
John Lauritsen shows us some gigantic stones ended up just across the border in Wisconsin.
Two mansions of Minnesota lumber barons a popular destination for reunions, weddings
Imagine spending the night in a turn-of-the-century lumber baron's mansion. Well, now you can do exactly that.
Iron ore and baseball celebrated at Chisholm's Minnesota Museum of Mining
"Chisholm is kind of one of those amazing places that believes in itself no matter what. And they never say die," said Carol Borich.
The awe-inspiring Minneapolis water tower protected by 8-ton stone guardians
Minnesota has plenty of wacky water towers. But there's one in Minneapolis that's all about architecture and art.
Finding Minnesota: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & the Big Bopper live on in Montevideo
In the late 1950s, there were no bigger names in music than Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens. So when the teen idols announced they were coming to Montevideo as part of their Winter Dance tour, locals were gearing up.
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How much could you get from your Minnesota rebate check?
Soon, rebate checks will be going out to 2.5 million Minnesotans as part of a $3 billion tax bill lawmakers passed this session.
How many workers get paid holidays off?
For millions of Americans, Tuesday was their first day back at work after a long weekend. But we know not everyone has that same privilege.
Good Question: Why are people using diabetes medication to lose weight?
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Why is loneliness bad for our health? And how can we help ourselves and others?
As the country navigates the end of a pandemic, the U.S. surgeon general said Americans are suffering from an epidemic: Loneliness.
How does AAA calculate travel projections?
AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend, which is a very specific number.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesota Fishing Opener 2023
Many WCCO viewers across the state Saturday took part in the unofficial start to Minnesota summer -- the fishing opener.
Gallery: Joe Kapp, former Vikings QB who led team to first Super Bowl, dies at 85
Joe Kapp, the quarterback who led the Minnesota Vikings to their first Super Bowl appearance, has reportedly died. Kapp played three seasons with the Vikings, amassing a 23-12-3 record. He captained the Vikings to Super Bowl IV, which they lost 23-7 to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Former President Trump's arraignment draws protesters, heightened security in NYC
Crowds gathered both to support and protest against former President Donald Trump as he was expected to surrender to authorities in appear in court in Lower Manhattan for the first time to face criminal charges, a historic first .
New foods unveiled at Target Field
The first home game of the Twins season is almost here. For the 2023 season, the Twins have eight local vendors serving food at Target Field this year as part of their Minnesota Made program.
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NEXT Weather: 10:00 p.m. report from June 4, 2023
Temperatures should be a bit cooler this week.
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NEXT Weather: 5:30 p.m. report from June 4, 2023
An air quality alert is in effect through Monday morning, and more scattered storms are on the way.
NEXT Weather: 11 a.m. report from June 4, 2023
The Twin Cities are in for another 90-degree day on Sunday.
NEXT Weather: 7:30 a.m. report from June 4, 2023
Sunday will still be hot, but also less humid, and a few isolated storms are possible.
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An Owatonna murder suspect was arrested.
The manhunt for a murder suspect has ended after an early morning arrest Sunday.
Talking Points: Klobuchar backing Biden in 2024, despite concerns about age
Sen. Amy Klobuchar, who was one of the runners up to Biden in 2020, says she is firmly behind the president. (edited)
DeLaSalle High School hosted the annual Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Ensemble
The show featured dances and music from the diverse regions of Ukraine.
NEXT Weather: 10:00 p.m. report from June 4, 2023
Temperatures should be a bit cooler this week.
A Minnesota child killed by his father is getting a memorial statue in the park he used to play in
Barway Collins is being remembered for his joy and not for his tragedy.