PETA Petitions Ham Lake Mayor To Change City's Name To Yam Lake
Animal rights group PETA is petitioning the mayor of Ham Lake to give the city a more "pig-positive" name.
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PETA Calls For State Audit Of University Of MN After 'COVID-19-Related Animal Killings'
The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is calling for the state auditor to look into the University of Minnesota for COVID-19-related killings of animals.
Coronavirus In Minnesota: U Of M's COVID-19 Plan Prompts PETA Complaint
According to the animal rights group PETA, the university asked experimenters to "euthanize [animals] as soon as [their] data is collected."
PETA: Stop Saying 'Bring Home The Bacon' And Other Common 'Anti-Animal' Phrases
They're tried-and-true elements of the American language, but now, the animal rights group PETA wants you to stop using coming phrases like "bring home the bacon" and "kill two birds with one stone" -- suggesting that these idioms carry harmful messages.
Cage Free: Animal Crackers No Longer Behind Bars On New Packaging
Mondelez International, the parent company of Nabisco, has redesigned the packaging of its Barnum's Animals crackers in response to pressure from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
Minneapolis Ranked Among The Most 'Vegan-Friendly' Cities In The Country
Minneapolis has another reason to brag about their food scene.
PETA Calls On Sioux Falls Sports Show To Drop Bear Act
The Great Bear Show, on its website, says it takes orphaned bear cubs, trains them and takes them on the road.
PETA Offers Free Song Download For Prince's Birthday
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is celebrating Prince's birthday with a free download of his pro-vegan song, "Animal Kingdom."
Minnesota DPS Releases Anti-Muslim License Plate Application
Last week, St. Cloud resident discovered the license plate and posted a photo online, which soon spread.
Duluth Man Receives PETA Award For Saving Deer From Icy River
PETA is honoring a Duluth man who saved a deer from an icy river last week. The organization says Steven Peterson will be receiving the Compassionate Action Award for saving the deer while on his way home from visiting family in Missouri for Christmas.
Outrage Continues Following The Killing Of Cecil The Lion
Vandals attacked one of the homes of the Minnesota dentist who shot and killed Cecil the Lion. They spray painted "Lion Killer!" on the garage door at Dr. Walter Palmer's Marco Island vacation home in Florida.
Politicians Speak Out On The Death Of Cecil The Lion
Politicians in Minnesota and across the country are sounding off on the death of a protected African lion at the hands of a Twin Cities dentist.
Reward Offered For Info On Cat Tossing Incident
A cat tossed out of a van on May 2 is severally injured but will survive. Now, a $2,500 reward is being offered to find the person responsible.
2014 In Review - Top Local Water Cooler Stories
Check out Minnesota's most interesting water cooler stories of 2014!
PETA's Lettuce-Wearing Ladies To Brave Cold Temps
Some deliciously underdressed women will be bringing new meaning to the term "iceberg lettuce" on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis this Thursday afternoon. The two ladies will be wearing bikinis made from the vegetable, and yes, they'll be wearing them outside.
PETA Applauds Target Field's Vegetarian Options
The animal rights group PETA is a big fan of Target Field. The Twins ballpark made the group's list of Top 10 vegetarian-friendly major league ballparks.
PETA Demands Legal Action After Zoo Animal Drownings
The animal rights group PETA is pressing for legal action after a number of animals at a Duluth zoo were killed amid flash flooding.
Nearly-Naked Protest For Compassionate Fashion
A protest on Nicollet Mall Friday morning was tough to miss.
Waconia Man Named 'Sexiest Vegetarian' By PETA
A Waconia, Minn. man has been named the Sexiest Vegetarian Next Door for 2011.
PETA Video Upsets Students At Eden Valley-Watkins
In a place where livestock is a big part of the rural fabric, animal rights can be a sensitive subject. It's one reason a group of students at Eden Valley-Watkins middle school formed a group to discuss the topic.
Donkey Basketball At Local H.S. Stirs Controversy
Animal rights groups protested a donkey basketball game in Fridley Tuesday night, saying the practice of riding donkeys while playing basketball is inhumane and cruel.
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Brandon Gardas charged with attempted murder after daylong standoff in St. Michael
At least a dozen firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition were recovered from the home of a man who now faces several charges in connection to a standoff in St. Michael last week.
Prison inmate sentenced for dealing meth from behind bars
An inmate serving time for dealing methamphetamine was convicted was sentenced Monday to an additional 29 years behind bars for running a drug trafficking operation from behind bars.
AHS receives $6 million donation from volunteers' estate
Much of the money will go to "a new first-of-its-kind adoption and animal care campus in St. Paul," AHS said.
3 killed, at least 50 hurt when Amtrak train from L.A. to Chicago derails in Missouri
A total of 207 passengers and 14 crewmembers were on board the train at the time. CNN reports at least 50 people were injured.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Metro Transit ridership rebounds as gas prices soar
Gas, groceries, and just about everything is getting more expensive. As we look for ways to save money, more are opting to hop on public transit.
Minneapolis shooting leaves one dead, marking city's 44th homicide
The Minneapolis Police Department responded to a report of a shooting on the 2600 block of Stevens Avenue South at approximately 1:05 p.m.
Anti-abortion groups look to update 1849 Wisconsin ban
Some Democrats and abortion rights supporters have questioned the validity of a law that had been on the books for 173 years but wasn't enforced due to the Roe decision.
1st Minnesotan and Native American killed in Desert Storm laid to rest at Fort Snelling Cemetery 31 years on
Corp. Stephen Eric Bentlzin was killed in action on January 29, 1991. On Monday, he was given a full military burial.
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Minneapolis shooting leaves one dead, marking city's 44th homicide
The Minneapolis Police Department responded to a report of a shooting on the 2600 block of Stevens Avenue South at approximately 1:05 p.m.
1st Minnesotan and Native American killed in Desert Storm laid to rest at Fort Snelling Cemetery 31 years on
Corp. Stephen Eric Bentlzin was killed in action on January 29, 1991. On Monday, he was given a full military burial.
3M Open hosts media day in Blaine ahead of tournament
The Twin Cities stop on the PGA Tour is just three weeks away. Monday was media day for the 3M Open in Blaine.
Abortion ruling, and the rhetoric around it, reveals portrait of two separate Americas
Friday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling divided the nation on abortion, not just in public opinion but in access to abortion care.
Young dad clings to life after hit by errant bullet near Stone Arch Bridge
Tyler King was walking a woman to her car when gunfire erupted several blocks away.
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Prison inmate sentenced for dealing meth from behind bars
An inmate serving time for dealing methamphetamine was convicted was sentenced Monday to an additional 29 years behind bars for running a drug trafficking operation from behind bars.
Abortion ruling, and the rhetoric around it, reveals portrait of two separate Americas
Friday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling divided the nation on abortion, not just in public opinion but in access to abortion care.
Keith Ellison commits to protecting abortion rights in Minnesota
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joined a national coalition of 22 attorney generals to emphasize that abortion will remain safe and legal in Minnesota and other states across the country.
Brandon Gardas charged with attempted murder after daylong standoff in St. Michael
At least a dozen firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition were recovered from the home of a man who now faces several charges in connection to a standoff in St. Michael last week.
COVID in Minnesota: 1,526 more cases, 4 more deaths
In all, the state has seen over 1.54 million COVID-19 cases since March of 2020, of which more than 78,000 were reinfections. A total of 12,784 Minnesotans have died due to the virus.
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Anti-abortion groups look to update 1849 Wisconsin ban
Some Democrats and abortion rights supporters have questioned the validity of a law that had been on the books for 173 years but wasn't enforced due to the Roe decision.
Wisconsin's Tony Evers looks for boost from anger over abortion
Wisconsin's Democratic Gov. Tony Evers hopes to translate anger over the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade into votes this fall as he vows to fight a 173-year-old state abortion ban in any way he can.
Hearing set for Wisconsin teen accused of killing girl
Chippewa County Circuit Judge Benjamin Lane on Friday scheduled a Sept. 1 preliminary hearing for the 14-year-old boy, identified in court documents as C.T.P.-B.
Wisconsin doctors suspend abortion services
The president and CEO of Wisconsin's Planned Parenthood, Tanya Atkinson, says they will still help patients navigate to states where abortion remains legal.
"How dare they?": Minnesota leaders react to abortion ruling
The decision to undo nearly 50 years of precedent will have sweeping ramifications for tens of millions of women across the country as abortion rights are curtailed and lead to a patchwork of laws absent the constitutional protection.
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Anti-abortion groups look to update 1849 Wisconsin ban
Some Democrats and abortion rights supporters have questioned the validity of a law that had been on the books for 173 years but wasn't enforced due to the Roe decision.
Abortion ruling, and the rhetoric around it, reveals portrait of two separate Americas
Friday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling divided the nation on abortion, not just in public opinion but in access to abortion care.
Minnesota abortion clinics prepare for more patients now that Roe v. Wade is overturned
"The first domino has fallen with a huge thud, but the rest will be 'tick, tick, tick,'" said Planned Parenthood's Emily Bisek.
Full Interview: Professor of constitutional law weighs in on SCOTUS rulings
Dr. David Schultz, of Hamline University, talks with Esme Murphy about the latest rulings, including the one overturning Roe v. Wade.
Keith Ellison commits to protecting abortion rights in Minnesota
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joined a national coalition of 22 attorney generals to emphasize that abortion will remain safe and legal in Minnesota and other states across the country.
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Metro Transit ridership rebounds as gas prices soar
Gas, groceries, and just about everything is getting more expensive. As we look for ways to save money, more are opting to hop on public transit.
As gas prices continue to surge ahead of summer holidays, Minnesota marinas navigate pain at the pump
As Minnesota's average price for gasoline maintains a price near $4.75 a gallon heading into the heart of summer, marinas along the St. Croix River are averaging prices up to $2 more.
High expectations ahead for new Minnesota law on THC foods taking effect July 1
There are high expectations ahead as a new law will soon take effect that for the first time regulates the use of cannabinoids in food and beverages in Minnesota.
Sun Country flight cancelation leaves dozens stranded in Canada
Sun Country Airlines recently announced their new flight to Vancouver from Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport. But the inaugural return flight didn't go as planned.
AAA predicting record number of July 4th drivers
Travel group predicts 42 million Americans will take a road trip of 50 miles or more.
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Prison inmate sentenced for dealing meth from behind bars
An inmate serving time for dealing methamphetamine was convicted was sentenced Monday to an additional 29 years behind bars for running a drug trafficking operation from behind bars.
Minneapolis shooting leaves one dead, marking city's 44th homicide
The Minneapolis Police Department responded to a report of a shooting on the 2600 block of Stevens Avenue South at approximately 1:05 p.m.
Young dad clings to life after hit by errant bullet near Stone Arch Bridge
Tyler King was walking a woman to her car when gunfire erupted several blocks away.
27 years ago this week, news anchor Jodi Huisentruit disappeared
The young TV anchor from Minnesota vanished June 27, 1995 in Mason City, Iowa. Investigators believe someone attacked her as she headed to her car for the early news shift.
Brandon Gardas charged with attempted murder after daylong standoff in St. Michael
At least a dozen firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition were recovered from the home of a man who now faces several charges in connection to a standoff in St. Michael last week.
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Abortion ruling, and the rhetoric around it, reveals portrait of two separate Americas
Friday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling divided the nation on abortion, not just in public opinion but in access to abortion care.
Minnesota abortion clinics prepare for more patients now that Roe v. Wade is overturned
"The first domino has fallen with a huge thud, but the rest will be 'tick, tick, tick,'" said Planned Parenthood's Emily Bisek.
COVID in Minnesota: 1,526 more cases, 4 more deaths
In all, the state has seen over 1.54 million COVID-19 cases since March of 2020, of which more than 78,000 were reinfections. A total of 12,784 Minnesotans have died due to the virus.
Health officials report first presumptive monkeypox case in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health said the presumptive case was detected in an adult in the Twin Cities area who likely caught the virus while traveling abroad.
Dozens rally in St. Paul for more group home funding
Many people with disabilities are not getting the adequate care they need as more than 170 group homes have closed across the state since October, ACR Group Homes said.
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These are the most popular game consoles in each state
In a single uninterrupted battle for supremacy of the living room, the console wars have given gamers such legendary installments as the Nintendo 64 and the PlayStation 2 and such cautionary tales as the Nokia N-Gage and the Ouya.
After 27 years, professional wrestling returns to Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro." In September, professional wrestling will return to the mall.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Long-awaited, modernized 'Emma' makes debut at Guthrie Theater
The adaptation by playwright Kate Hamill honors the 1815 novel while using lots of humor, modern-day clothing, and pop music, similar to "Bridgerton."
2 Minnesota teens to compete in national musical theater awards
The winners of the Jimmy Awards often punch their ticket to Broadway, and in some cases, Hollywood.
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Good Question: Why is golf so hard?
Golf is exploding in popularity, with one in three Americans having played, watched or read about the sport in 2021. As loved as the game is, it can also be infuriating.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
3M Open hosts media day in Blaine ahead of tournament
The Twin Cities stop on the PGA Tour is just three weeks away. Monday was media day for the 3M Open in Blaine.
Through trades, Wolves draft talent for the present and future
Between the early-round surprises and unforeseen draft night moves, the Timberwolves managed to trade down and still close out the evening as a quiet winner of the 2022 NBA draft.
Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson to exit for same job at LSU
Minnesota Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson has informed the club he will leave his job this week, reportedly for the same role at LSU.
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Minneopa State Park enjoys a bison baby boom
"They are pretty laid back and calm. They really are," said park manager Ashley Steevens. "They're managed as a wild herd, so this is their territory. This is their home."
The story behind Faribault County's Jolly Green Giant statue
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a giant statue ended up in the city of Blue Earth.
After More Than A Century, Southern Minnesota Restaurant Still Slinging 'Dam' Good Burgers, Pies
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Rapidan Dam Store in Blue Earth County.
'It's Bizarre': Southern Minnesota Ghost Town Still Attracting Summer Visitors
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us on a tour of a treasured ghost town in Fillmore County, near the Iowa border.
Montgomery National Golf Club's 'Magical Mystery Tour' Inspired By Owner's Love For Beatles
There's a place in our state where you can "hit" a nice drive down the fairway, while surrounded by "hits" from the Beatles.
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Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
What is the purpose of the "#ShowYourStripes" campaign?
"Just that slightest shift in an average puts us into a whole new climate, really upping those chances for all of the extremes that we have to deal with," said Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Bernadette Woods Placky.
Why is the airline industry struggling? And how long will it be this way?
If last weekend was any indication, prepare for a tumultuous summer travel season.
What is a "bear market" and how long might it take to recover?
The S&P 500 tumbled even more Thursday, putting it firmly into a bear market.
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Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Storms are possible on Tuesday, with rainfall and a few rumbles of thunder likely early on.
Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Schaffer reports hotter temperatures as the week continues and the next chance of rain
Next Weather: 5 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that tomorrow should be in the mid-80s, but there is a chance for rain. The first round should fall early Tuesday morning.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
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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.
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Next Weather: 10 p.m. report
Storms are possible on Tuesday, with rainfall and a few rumbles of thunder likely early on.
Good Question: Why is golf so hard?
Golf is exploding in popularity, with one in three Americans having played, watched or read about the sport in 2021. As loved as the game is, it can also be infuriating.
Animal Humane Society gets biggest-ever donation
The estate of two beloved volunteers donated $6 million to the Animal Humane Society – it’s biggest donation in its 144-year history.
Gas prices leading commuters back to buses, trains
As we look for ways to save money, more people are opting to hop on a bus or train, according to Metro Transit.
Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Schaffer reports hotter temperatures as the week continues and the next chance of rain