Women's rights activist jailed in Iran wins Nobel Peace Prize 2023
The Nobel Peace Prize winner was chosen by a panel of experts from a list of just over 350 nominations.
The Nobel Peace Prize winner was chosen by a panel of experts from a list of just over 350 nominations.
The triple peace prize award was seen as a strong rebuke to Russian President Vladimir Putin, not only for his action in Ukraine but for the Kremlin's crackdown on domestic opposition.
All three of the winners, one individual and two organizations, have worked to highlight human rights issues amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Pope Francis again used a slur while talking about gay men just weeks after an apology was issued for his first use, Italy's ANSA news agency says.
Authorities in Maplewood are conducting an arson investigation after they say someone broke into a church and set fire to part of the building.
A downtown Minneapolis shooting on Tuesday left a man fighting for his life and prompted an alert for students at a nearby college campus.
Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group.
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Authorities in Maplewood are conducting an arson investigation after they say someone broke into a church and set fire to part of the building.
A downtown Minneapolis shooting on Tuesday left a man fighting for his life and prompted an alert for students at a nearby college campus.
A Minnesota Senate ethics panel will hold a hearing Wednesday for DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who is accused of breaking into a relative's home earlier this year.
The killing happened overnight on the 800 block of Maryland Avenue East, the St. Paul Police Department said.
The hardware isn't done being handed out to PWHL Minnesota. While they took home the title as a team on Tuesday at the PWHL Awards, it was also a chance for individual players and coaches in the league to get recognized.
A man is dead and a woman is injured after an ATV crash near Mille Lacs Lake.
The photos depict an Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flying in formation with a F-35 Lightning II from Arizona's 62nd Fighter Squadron over various parts of the Duluth area.
The ship started taking on water after it struck something underwater in Lake Superior.
Two people are dead following a crash Thursday evening northwest of the Twin Cities.
The Hubbard County Sheriff's Office says it responded to a possible drowning at Starlight Bay Resort on Eighth Crow Wing Lake in Nevis Township shortly before 6 p.m. on May 30.
Each June, Waubeka, Wisconsin, venerates one of the nation's more enduring symbols with a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans.
Police now say at least a dozen people were hurt in a shooting at a party in Wisconsin's capital city. More than 25 people were at the party on the roof of a high-rise apartment building in downtown Madison early Sunday when shots were fired.
Wednesday marks the 125th anniversary of the "New Richmond Cyclone" of 1899, which, to this day, remains the deadliest tornado in Wisconsin's history.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' new legislative maps have given Democrats hope of regaining the majority in the state Assembly for the first time in 14 years.
A group of World War II veterans flew out of Wisconsin this week on their way Normandy, France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
Donovan Harmel walked in one of the first Pride parades in Minneapolis, and over the years has watched the LGBTQ+ and sober community grow.
A 101-year-old soldier helped win World War II, but more recently he's taken his talents to the internet.
The first Tribal college and university in a major U.S. city will have its grand opening Thursday in Minneapolis.
Father Mike Sullivan has been pastor of St. Joseph The Worker in Maple Grove for 24 years and making homemade sweet spreads for almost as long.
Loss of any kind is hard, but losing someone to suicide can be especially complicated, and knowing how to support someone through it can be tough too.
U.S. Rep. Kelly Armstrong has won North Dakota's Republican primary for governor, while longtime public utilities regulator Julie Fedorchak has finished first in a rambunctious GOP race for the House seat he will vacate.
A Minnesota Senate ethics panel will hold a hearing Wednesday for DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who is accused of breaking into a relative's home earlier this year.
The ethics panel is trying to determine whether to open a full investigation into burglary charges against Mitchell.
A new state audit found that frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic should have gotten more pay.
A judge will consider whether Hunter Biden should be put behind bars after a jury convicted him of three felony counts.
Results from a recent survey put out by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development show that job vacancies have dropped nearly 24.7% over the last year.
The windy weather may have affected turnout, but the return of Downtown Thursdays to downtown Minneapolis has given many hope for the energy needed to revitalize the corridor.
Orange cones and dust mark much of northeast Minneapolis along East Hennepin Avenue.
According to the state revenue department, fewer than 80 applications went through successfully on Wednesday. As of Thursday afternoon, there is no timeline for the application process to reopen for new users.
The planned launch of applications for an e-bike rebate program in Minnesota has been postponed due to a technical snafu.
Authorities in Maplewood are conducting an arson investigation after they say someone broke into a church and set fire to part of the building.
A downtown Minneapolis shooting on Tuesday left a man fighting for his life and prompted an alert for students at a nearby college campus.
A Minnesota Senate ethics panel will hold a hearing Wednesday for DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who is accused of breaking into a relative's home earlier this year.
The killing happened overnight on the 800 block of Maryland Avenue East, the St. Paul Police Department said.
Police now say at least a dozen people were hurt in a shooting at a party in Wisconsin's capital city. More than 25 people were at the party on the roof of a high-rise apartment building in downtown Madison early Sunday when shots were fired.
Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group.
This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life.
Experts are hosting a water safety event on Tuesday geared towards children who are on the autism spectrum.
The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year.
A North Dakota law banning gender-affirming care for children will continue to be enforced pending a court challenge, but any kids whose treatments began before the law took effect in April 2023 can keep getting the care.
Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group.
Sheila E. said she now wants the museum to return her old drum kit, which she said Prince personally asked to "borrow" to display there.
Minnesota's been a popular place to shoot movies and TV shows over the years, but the state may soon become even more of a destination for Hollywood.
Two Minnesota colleges are the first schools in the state to be featured in a national TV show highlighting life on campus.
Pat Sajak, who hosted "Wheel of Fortune" for 41 years, will hand the reins over to Ryan Seacrest.
Jerry West, the Hall of Fame player and executive who was the inspiration for the NBA logo, has died at age 86.
The Minnesota Vikings announced their 2024 training camp schedule Tuesday, with nine practices open to the public.
.Alanna Smith scored 18 points, Kayla McBride had 16 points and eight assists, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Las Vegas Aces 100-86 on Tuesday night.
Ezequiel Tovar hit a three-run homer, Cal Quantrill kept his strong run going with six scoreless innings and the Colorado Rockies held on to beat the Minnesota Twins 5-4.
The hardware isn't done being handed out to PWHL Minnesota. While they took home the title as a team on Tuesday at the PWHL Awards, it was also a chance for individual players and coaches in the league to get recognized.
In just five months, voters will head to the polls to vote for the next president of the United States. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the potential impact after Donald Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Janet Jarnefeld, who specializes in tick vector services for the Metro Mosquito Control District.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with M Health Fairview's Dr. Maggie Kappelman about tick bites and tick-borne illnesses.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Jennifer Granick, with the University of Minnesota Veterinary School, about how ticks can harm your pets.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life.
A survey of 100 CEOs found that nearly a third of them are exploring the idea of a four-day, or four-and-a-half-day, workweek.
It's one of the nation's largest pride celebrations, but as Andy Otto with Twin Cities Pride explains, it wasn't always that way.
June is Men's Health Month — a time to maybe remind that guy in your life to take better care of himself. That's especially important since the numbers show that men do not live as long as women.
If you grew up across Minnesota or Wisconsin, there's a good chance you've either had your own encounter with a deer on the road or have a story connected to a friend or family member.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames is tracking the latest NEXT Weather Alert threats in Minnesota Wednesday.
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.
Wednesday is a NEXT Weather Alert day due to potentially severe storms arriving across the state later in the day.
Wednesday is a NEXT Weather Alert day due to potentially severe storms arriving across the state later in the day.
Wednesday is a NEXT Weather Alert day due to potentially strong storms across the state later in the day.
Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West has died at the age of 86. As a player, West was a 14-time All-Star and served as the model for the NBA's logo. After his playing career, West was honored as Executive of the Year twice for his work as a general manager. CBS Sports NBA writer James Herbert has more on West's legacy.
Terri Chaffer from Love That Olive shares her French Bread Pizza recipe with WCCO Mid-Morning viewers. Here's the recipe: Ingredients 6 whole deli rolls or French bread, sliced Bruschetta topping 2 pounds shredded mozzarella cheese Grated parmesan cheese to taste 4 TBSP Tuscan Herb EVOO 1 onion sliced ½ pound sausage (breakfast or Italian) Aged Balsamic Pepperoni slices Canadian bacon slices Pineapple chunks, fresh or canned Roma tomatoes, sliced Sliced black olives Goat Cheese Sliced bell peppers Pepperoncini Jalapeno Slices Directions Preheat oven to 375° (or grill to 400-425°). Heat the EVOO in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally until golden and softened, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add the sausage to the skillet. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. For the pizza: Slice rolls in half and lay them, cut side up on a large baking sheet. Top each half with generous portions of the Bruschetta topping. Next, top with a generous amount of grated mozzarella and parmesan cheese, if you like. Top the bread with onions and sausage. Sprinkle with your choice of additional toppings. Once assembled, put the pan in the oven on the lowest rack for 8-10 minutes. Raise the heat to 425° and put on the top rack until the cheese starts to bubble a bit and turn golden, 2-3 minutes. For grilling: place the pizzas on foil, close the grill and grill until cheese melts 3-5 minutes.
The mall will hold its Veterans to the Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration Event this week, explains Commissioner Brad Lindsay, with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs.
Relationship expert Dr. Michael Walker talks about how you can tame the bubbling emotions that surround one of the biggest changes in many young adults' lives.
Dr. Liz Placzek talks about the importance of making sure your kids are guarded against summer bugs like mosquitoes.