Bamba, Rivers, Suggs all suspended after Magic-Wolves dustup
The NBA has suspended Minnesota's Austin Rivers for three games for his role in an on-court altercation on Friday night.
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Magic beat Wolves 127-120 after fight
Cole Anthony had 20 points and fellow reserve Moritz Wagner scored 19 as Orlando's bench propelled the Magic to a 127-120 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Fight between Magic, Timberwolves leads to 5 players ejected
Minnesota guard Austin Rivers and Magic center Mo Bamba were the initial players involved, and it spilled over to include several others on the court.
Terrence Ross, Aaron Gordon Lead Magic Over Timberwolves, 136-125
The Timberwolves have lost 19 of their last 21 games, and 11 of their last 12 in Orlando.
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Several NBA teams, Knicks, Suns and Hawks among them, are searching for a head coach who would be the right fit.
Magic's Afflalo Throws Punch At Wolves' Bjelica During Game
This comes after a postgame locker-room incident that involved some players from the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Clippers.
Wolves Avoid 4th Quarter Problems In Win Over Magic
The fourth quarter has been problematic lately for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Good thing for the Wolves they were ahead by so much after three.
2017 NBA New Year's Resolutions - Eastern Conference
NBA teams always have room for improvement. Here are 2017 New Year's resolutions for the Eastern Conference.
LaVine Soars Over Competition To Win 2nd Slam Dunk Contest
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine outlasted Orlando's Aaron Gordon in an epic final round of the dunk contest, posting four straight perfect 50s to win for the second straight year.
Wolves Fall At Home Again In 96-93 Loss To Magic
Nikola Vucevic had 18 points, 12 rebounds and four assists, and the Orlando Magic won their fourth straight game with a 96-93 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.
Vucevic's Career-High 37 Power Magic Over Wolves 97-84
Nikola Vucevic scored a career-high 37 points and grabbed 17 rebounds to power the Orlando Magic to a 97-84 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night.
Magic Top Timberwolves 112-103 In Overtime
Looking for their first home win of the season, the Orlando Magic got a big lift from a pair of rookies. Aaron Gordon had six of his 17 points in overtime, and the Magic beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 112-103 on Friday night. "This is why they drafted me," said Gordon, a 19-year-old reserve forward who also had six rebounds. "They know what I can do. My number was called and I was ready to go. I don't want to hear about (age). That would be a crutch, and I don't want any part of it."
Ricky Rubio Sprains Ankle Against Magic
Ricky Rubio has left the Minnesota Timberwolves' game at Orlando with a sprained left ankle. The 24-year-old Rubio was helped off the floor and taken to the locker room for X-rays after landing awkwardly with 2:28 remaining in the second quarter. The point guard had drawn a foul on a drive to the basket.
NBA Power Rankings - April 21, 2014
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Budinger, Muhammad To Miss Rest Of Season
Minnesota Timberwolves forwards Chase Budinger and Shabazz Muhammad will miss the final six games of the season with injuries. Budinger sprained his ankle in the first minute of play against Orlando on Saturday night and Muhammad sprained the MCL in his right knee on Friday night against Miami.
Afflalo Helps Rally Magic Past Timberwolves 100-92
Arron Afflalo scored 18 points and Tobias Harris and Maurice Harkless added 17 apiece to lead the Orlando Magic to a 100-92 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Rookie Victor Oladipo contributed 16 points and six assists to help Orlando snap a three-game losing streak. Kyle O'Quinn had 14 points and 13 rebounds.
Cunningham Rejoins Timberwolves After Arrest
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Dante Cunningham rejoined the team on Saturday, two days after he was arrested and later charged with felony domestic assault for allegedly choking his girlfriend during an argument.
NBA Power Rankings - March 31, 2014
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Hennepin County sheriff pressed for info after 6 kids, 2 adults hurt in high-speed Minneapolis chase, crash
The six kids in the stolen KIA were between the ages of 12 and 16. According to the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, the 12-year-old was driving.
Nicollet Mall revitalization pitch includes removing buses, loosening liquor laws
The overall idea is to make downtown a destination for people to work, live, and visit -- from the North Loop to Loring Park and, of course, Nicollet Mall, which in recent years has been somewhat beleaguered by closures, crime, and desertion.
Sheriff: Woman forces her way into random western Wisconsin home, assaults homeowner
Investigators say a woman forced her way into a western Wisconsin home early Tuesday morning and assaulted a homeowner.
Christina Lusk becomes first transgender Minnesota inmate transferred to facility matching gender identity
The Minnesota Department of Corrections has made its first transfer of a transgender person to a facility that matches their gender identity.
Round Lake Beach in Eden Prairie closes due to high levels of bacteria
The city says the lake will be closed for swimming while crews test the water.
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Hennepin County sheriff pressed for info after 6 kids, 2 adults hurt in high-speed Minneapolis chase, crash
The six kids in the stolen KIA were between the ages of 12 and 16. According to the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, the 12-year-old was driving.
Nicollet Mall revitalization pitch includes removing buses, loosening liquor laws
The overall idea is to make downtown a destination for people to work, live, and visit -- from the North Loop to Loring Park and, of course, Nicollet Mall, which in recent years has been somewhat beleaguered by closures, crime, and desertion.
Round Lake Beach in Eden Prairie closes due to high levels of bacteria
The city says the lake will be closed for swimming while crews test the water.
Minneapolis hearing aims to reduce crimes against Indigenous community
Parents of victims say they'd like to see collaborative training and want to see trauma-informed, Native liaisons on tribal grounds to better support and investigate these types of crimes.
VIDEO: Moped rider arrested after driving wrong way on metro highway
Traffic video from the Minnesota Department of Transportation shows a person on a scooter driving the wrong way on busy a metro road Tuesday morning. Police have since confirmed that the rider was arrested following a pursuit.
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Minneapolis hearing aims to reduce crimes against Indigenous community
Parents of victims say they'd like to see collaborative training and want to see trauma-informed, Native liaisons on tribal grounds to better support and investigate these types of crimes.
State Fire Marshal: 7-year-old with lighter started Howard Lake fire that damaged 2 homes, church
A 7-year-old boy playing with a lighter started a fire that damaged two homes and a church in Howard Lake late last month, according to the State Fire Marshal Division.
Children of Madeline Kingsbury, missing Winona woman, to remain with maternal grandparents
Madeline Kingsbury, 26, disappeared at the end of March after dropping off her kids at daycare. The children's father, 29-year-old Adam Fravel, filed for custody on Monday.
Rogers man sentenced to jail for breaking into, vandalizing St. Cloud mosque
A 24-year-old Rogers man will spend some time in jail for breaking into a St. Cloud mosque and vandalizing it.
Nuclear incident drill scheduled in Monticello Tuesday
Officials said residents shouldn't be worried if they see a large number of emergency responders in the area.
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Sheriff: Woman forces her way into random western Wisconsin home, assaults homeowner
Investigators say a woman forced her way into a western Wisconsin home early Tuesday morning and assaulted a homeowner.
Republican lawmakers propose plan to combat PFAS pollution in Wisconsin
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin are proposing a new plan to address pollution from PFAS chemicals.
2022 was record year for tourism in Wisconsin, Gov. Tony Ever says
The governor's office said the state's tourism industry generated $23.7 billion in economic impact last year, which is $1.5 billion more than 2019, the previous record year.
Sheriff: Wis. woman in serious condition after son stabbed her in the neck
A woman is in the hospital and her son is in custody after a stabbing in western Wisconsin Monday.
Teenager dies days after western Wisconsin crash that killed 2 others, injured 12
The 14-year-old's death marks the third fatality resulting from the crash, which left a dozen more people injured.
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Nicollet Mall revitalization pitch includes removing buses, loosening liquor laws
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With new video, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum edges closer to GOP presidential race
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has taken another step toward entering the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Watch Live: Chris Christie announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is in New Hampshire to announce his 2024 presidential campaign.
MPCA study highlights staggering costs to remove PFAS from Minnesota wastewater streams
Removing "forever chemicals" from Minnesota's wastewater streams will cost anywhere from $14 billion to $28 billion over the next 20 years, according to a new report.
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland to virtually attend public hearing in Minneapolis
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland will be virtually attending a public hearing in Minnesota Tuesday.
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2022 was record year for tourism in Wisconsin, Gov. Tony Ever says
The governor's office said the state's tourism industry generated $23.7 billion in economic impact last year, which is $1.5 billion more than 2019, the previous record year.
Xcel Energy cancels $200M EV charging station project in Minnesota
Xcel Energy is pumping the brakes on its plan to build more than 700 electric vehicle charging stations throughout Minnesota.
How Minnesota's lack of rain impacts farmers, and everyone's pocketbooks
There are fresh concerns among farmers in Dakota County as Minnesota again experiences a prolonged period without rain.
Android update causes flood of accidental 911 calls, Anoka Co. sheriff says
Officials in the north metro say there has been a recent uptick in accidental 911 calls because of an update to Android phones.
With used car market still very hot, tips for auto shoppers
While people are starting to finally pay under sticker value, prices are very different from a few years ago. New and used vehicles still differ with a small price gap.
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Hennepin County sheriff pressed for info after 6 kids, 2 adults hurt in high-speed Minneapolis chase, crash
The six kids in the stolen KIA were between the ages of 12 and 16. According to the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, the 12-year-old was driving.
Sheriff: Woman forces her way into random western Wisconsin home, assaults homeowner
Investigators say a woman forced her way into a western Wisconsin home early Tuesday morning and assaulted a homeowner.
VIDEO: Moped rider arrested after driving wrong way on metro highway
Traffic video from the Minnesota Department of Transportation shows a person on a scooter driving the wrong way on busy a metro road Tuesday morning. Police have since confirmed that the rider was arrested following a pursuit.
Charges: Daniel Walker told police he fatally shot 19-year-old to preempt his own bounty killing
A man charged with fatally shooting a 19-year-old in Brooklyn Park Friday told investigators there was a bounty on his head and he thought the victim sought to collect it, prompting him to preemptively shoot the young man.
Iowa teen who brutally killed parents sentenced to life in prison
Officers found Ethan Orton covered in blood after he killed his parents at the family's home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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MPCA study highlights staggering costs to remove PFAS from Minnesota wastewater streams
Removing "forever chemicals" from Minnesota's wastewater streams will cost anywhere from $14 billion to $28 billion over the next 20 years, according to a new report.
MDH: Norovirus possibly behind outbreak at Eagan's Schulze Lake
The Minnesota Department of Health says more than 60 people got sick after swimming at Schulze Lake in Eagan.
Minnesota Legislature approves telecom fee to support 988 suicide and crisis lifeline
The Minnesota Legislature this session signed off on a new telecom fee to fund 988, the shortened suicide prevention lifeline number that launched last summer.
Little boy battling rare disease to receive life-saving bone marrow transplant
A little boy from Illinois with ties to Minnesota is about to receive a life-saving gift.
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.
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Tool to play Halloween night show at Xcel Energy Center
Tool is set to play a Halloween night show in St. Paul.
SAG-AFTRA overwhelmingly authorizes strike if contract talks stall
SAG-AFTRA members have overwhelmingly authorized a strike ahead of their negotiations with Hollywood studios.
Todd Duesing named new president, CEO of Hennepin Theatre Trust
One of the Twin Cities' top theater companies has welcomed a new leader.
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.
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What happens to 3M Open in Blaine in wake of PGA Tour's merger with Saudi-backed LIV Golf?
The golf world was shocked this morning when a merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf was announced. The two had been rivals for over a year, when the Saudi Arabia-backed LIV began recruiting PGA Tour players.
Vikings' 2023 draft picks all signed to rookie contracts
All six of the Minnesota Vikings' 2023 draft picks are now signed to rookie contracts.
Days after retiring, Vikings' TE Ben Ellefson joins team's football staff
Less than a week after retiring as an NFL player, the Minnesota Vikings announced tight end Ben Ellefson will be joining the organization's football staff.
Lynx have big plans for 25th anniversary celebration this weekend
The Minnesota Lynx will mark a major milestone this weekend, and a commensurate celebration is planned.
Reginald Fowler, ex-part owner of Minnesota Vikings, gets 6+ years in cryptocurrency scam
A former Minnesota Vikings part owner who defrauded a short-lived professional football league while carrying out a $700 million cryptocurrency scam has been sentenced to over six years in prison.
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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
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The awe-inspiring Minneapolis water tower protected by 8-ton stone guardians
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Finding Minnesota: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & the Big Bopper live on in Montevideo
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How concerned should we be about extinction from AI?
An ominous warning about the future of artificial intelligence, and the human race, has some people wondering what they should believe.
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.
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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
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NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. forecast from June 6, 2023
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that things will likely cool off a bit going into the next few days.
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NEXT Weather: 4:00 p.m. report from June 6, 2023
Temperatures cool down a bit the next few days.
NEXT Weather: 12:00 p.m. report from June 6, 2023
Isolated showers could pop up throughout the day.
NEXT Weather: 9 a.m. forecast from June 6, 2023
WCCO meteorologist Riley O'Connor says that we're even still under an air quality alert alongside more hot, humid conditions.
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South St. Paul girls help to end "period poverty" in Minnesota schools
A group of young girls gave legislators an important lesson and it lead to a new statewide law. They're helping to end what's called "period poverty" at schools. WCCO's Marielle Mohs introduces us to these changemakers.
MPCA study highlights staggering costs to remove PFAS from wastewater
Removing "forever chemicals" from Minnesota's wastewater streams will cost anywhere from $14 billion to $28 billion over the next 20 years, according to a new report.
Will PGA Tour, LIV Golf merger affect 3M Open?
The golf world was shocked Tuesday morning to learn the PGA Tour and LIV Golf are merging. The two had been rivals for more than a year, when LIV began recruiting PGA Tour players.
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WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that things will likely cool off a bit going into the next few days.
Chris Christie throws his hat into 2024 GOP presidential race
Former President Donald Trump remains popular among GOP voters even as he faces several criminal investigations.