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A judge just ordered Minnesota to reconsider Jeronimo Yanez's application for a teaching license. Jonah Kaplan spoke with Castille's mother about Yanez wanting to work in a school, like her son did.
Community members in St. Paul came together Sunday to honor the life of Philando Castile, who was shot and killed by a police officer during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights in July of 2016.
"Central Honors Philando" is an event that began after Castile was shot and killed by a police officer during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights in July of 2016.
People are gathering to stand for the life of Philando Castile and all lives they say were stolen by police violence.
People are gathering at the governor's residence in St. Paul Wednesday afternoon to stand for the life of Philando Castile and all lives they say were stolen by police violence.
It has been rare to charge police with crimes in civilian deaths, and rarer still for them to be convicted. Here's a look at other high-profile killings by police and the outcome of the cases.
"When it's over, it's over," Dennis said. "I know they'll do the right thing."
It's now been five years since a now-former police officer shot and killed Philando Castile during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights.
The city of Falcon Heights announced its decision to implement an honorary street renaming after Philando Castile, a young black man who was killed by a St. Anthony police officer 5 years ago.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says his office is taking action against a woman alleged to have siphoned more than $120,000 from a charity that raised funds in Philando Castile's name.
A group of mothers, fathers, siblings and friends share in a collective pain as families who've lost loved ones to law enforcement.
The attorney for George Floyd's family said Friday that a $27 million settlement of a federal lawsuit by the city of Minneapolis is the largest pretrial civil rights settlement ever.
The city of Falcon Heights is considering renaming a stretch of Larpenteur Avenue in honor of Philando Castile.
The mother of Philando Castile is hoping a new product will keep drivers and police officers safe.
The family of Philando Castile says a memorial garden in his honor was vandalized.
Four years ago Monday, Philando Castile was shot and killed by police in front of his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights.
Minnesota public safety officials are updating the state's driver's manual to give motorists who are legally carrying firearms some guidance on what to do if they are stopped by police. The change comes four years after Philando Castile was fatally shot during a traffic stop after he told an officer he had a gun.
Changes will be announced to the Minnesota Driver's Manual Monday after the mother of Philando Castile pushed for updates after his killing.
The lights are on late Thursday night at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul, as lawmakers try to reach a compromise in the special session.
The Minnesota Legislature's deep divide over police reform is again at center stage.
It's under the direction of Minnesota Department of Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.
A fundraising campaign was launched to enhance the peace garden created by the public in honor of Philando Castile, who was killed by a police officer in Falcon Heights, Minnesota in 2016.
Flowers and pictures mark the spot where Philando Castile died in 2016, but just down the street at a neighborhood gathering, Sunday night is about healing.
A demonstration is planned for Wednesday evening in downtown Minneapolis to show solidarity with the victims of police shootings in the wake of the Mohamed Noor trial verdict.
After three weeks of testimony, a jury needed little more than a day to convict a black Minneapolis police officer of murder in the fatal shooting of an unarmed white woman who had called 911 to report a possible crime, delivering a guilty verdict that immediately sparked questions about whether race played a role.
Grace McCallum has vaulted from Minnesota to Tokyo to Utah.
Three friends are sharing their passion for the craft beer culture -- with the mission to change who is making it. Out of the 9,500 breweries in the U.S., only 14 are Black-owned.
"I could see the snowman and the magnifying glass [on the medallion] when I started opening up the can, and got to that point and I just looked at Tony and said, 'I found it.' What a rush," Ken Soles said.
For 20 years, the Mill City Museum has welcomed visitors to learn more about the history of Minneapolis, and how it shaped the world. Now, the museum has been nominated as one of the best in the country – and they need your help to take home the top prize.
Minnesota will be home to a massive new energy project that will build batteries that could store enough energy to power thousands of houses for days.
Three friends are sharing their passion for the craft beer culture -- with the mission to change who is making it. Out of the 9,500 breweries in the U.S., only 14 are Black-owned.
"I could see the snowman and the magnifying glass [on the medallion] when I started opening up the can, and got to that point and I just looked at Tony and said, 'I found it.' What a rush," Ken Soles said.
For 20 years, the Mill City Museum has welcomed visitors to learn more about the history of Minneapolis, and how it shaped the world. Now, the museum has been nominated as one of the best in the country – and they need your help to take home the top prize.
Durenberger exploded on the political stage in 1978, as part of what's known as the "Minnesota Massacre." The event catapulted Republicans into unexpected control of Minnesota's two U.S. Senate seats along with the governor's office.
Police are investigating after a high-speed pursuit overnight that involved at least three separate carjackings.
Durenberger exploded on the political stage in 1978, as part of what's known as the "Minnesota Massacre." The event catapulted Republicans into unexpected control of Minnesota's two U.S. Senate seats along with the governor's office.
Law enforcement in Mankato say three teenagers overdosed on pills laced with fentanyl.
Police say the incident happened at 8:30 a.m. Officers were notified of a man "suffering from a mental health issue making threats to shoot."
A 13-year-old Minnesota boy is the winner of the 33rd annual Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza.
Supporters of the plan also say the state flag right now doesn't pass the good flag test for its design described by the North American Vexillological Association, a group of flag enthusiasts who study flags.
University of Wisconsin-Madison environmental engineering expert Christy Remucal said researchers have not found a way to destroy the chemicals or remove them from the environment on a large scale.
The total amount spent on the race, which was a national priority for both Republicans and Democrats, topped the previous high of $93 million set in Evers' first win in 2018. It was double the amount spent in the 2014 race.
Snowy conditions led to a massive traffic pile-up in southern Wisconsin on Friday that left Interstate 39/90 blocked for hours, authorities said.
The lawsuit alleges that Michelle Hartness applied for a supervisory position within Wisconsin Emergency Management, a WDMA division, in 2016 after earning stellar reviews as a state emergency management director over the previous five years.
A Wisconsin judge is considering whether to make clear that local election officials can accept absentee ballots missing parts of a witnesses address.
After previous attempts failed, Minnesota lawmakers are once again taking a look at legalizing sports betting.
Former Republican U.S. Senator Dave Durenberger, whose 1978 election upended Minnesota politics, has died.
State law now says Minnesotans have a fundamental right to access an abortion.
Durenberger exploded on the political stage in 1978, as part of what's known as the "Minnesota Massacre." The event catapulted Republicans into unexpected control of Minnesota's two U.S. Senate seats along with the governor's office.
Minnesota State Sen. Jeremy Miller, who authored the bill, pointed out that 36 states, and the District of Columbia, all have legalized sports betting, and every other state in the region allows it.
Minnesota State Sen. Jeremy Miller, who authored the bill, pointed out that 36 states, and the District of Columbia, all have legalized sports betting, and every other state in the region allows it.
The ruling comes following a challenge by the Minnesota Auto Dealers' Association. That organization argued that the standards would "violate article I of the Minnesota Constitution."
Mechanics normally change out 30 dead car batteries in a given week during the winter months but this past weekend they changed out 25 dead batteries in a day and a half.
Ice dams can create long-term headaches for homeowners. They can lead to flooding, mold and more. But companies looking to cash in on profit have started to offer ice dam removal services despite not having the proper tools or know-how.
If you're hoping to escape the Minnesota freeze with the best deal in mind, some travel experts say to book your flight before anything else.
Police are investigating after a high-speed pursuit overnight that involved at least three separate carjackings.
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Police say the incident happened at 8:30 a.m. Officers were notified of a man "suffering from a mental health issue making threats to shoot."
A man has been sentenced for setting a Salvation Army in Brooklyn Park on fire last year, destroying winter coats meant for those in need.
Because of the sheriff's posts, David Gay lost a job and suffered emotional distress, according to the lawsuit seeking more than $50,000 in damages.
University of Wisconsin-Madison environmental engineering expert Christy Remucal said researchers have not found a way to destroy the chemicals or remove them from the environment on a large scale.
"Your access to reproductive health and your right to make your own health care decisions are preserved and protected," said Gov. Tim Walz. "And because of this law, that won't change with the political wins or makeup of the Supreme Court. This is a bill for Minnesota today and all future generations."
The University of Minnesota joined Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison in calling for a delay to a controversial hospital merger, which is supposed to wrap up by the end of March.
Private equity groups are cashing in on rising rates of alcohol and drug addiction in the U.S.
"Trans kids are kids — they deserve to grow up without constant political attacks on their lives and health care," wrote the ACLU's Utah chapter on Twitter.
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Priscilla Presley flagged issues with a trust amendment, such as misspelling of her name and the lack of a witness.
Minnesota prosecutors haven't said whether they still intend to take Kelly to trial.
Williams played Shirley opposite Penny Marshall's Laverne on the popular sitcom.
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Grace McCallum has vaulted from Minnesota to Tokyo to Utah.
Minnesota State Sen. Jeremy Miller, who authored the bill, pointed out that 36 states, and the District of Columbia, all have legalized sports betting, and every other state in the region allows it.
Black quarterbacks have come a long way in the NFL since Fritz Pollard became the first to play in the league in 1923 and Doug Williams was the first to start and win a Super Bowl following the 1987 season.
De'Aaron Fox scored 32 points and Trey Lyles had eight of his 11 points in overtime for the Sacramento Kings, who outlasted the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-111 on Monday night.
The building's tweet was swiftly met with backlash, with some even labeling the act of symbolic solidarity as "treason."
Seventy-one autopsies in murder cases are under review because the Ramsey County Medical Examiner's work has come under question.
A bill that's making its way through the Minnesota Capitol would make it possible for anyone an opportunity to get a driver's license, even if they don't have proof of legal immigration in the U.S. Esme Murphy spoke with our political analysts about the likelihood of the bill passes.
A bill that's making its way through the Minnesota Capitol would make it possible for anyone an opportunity to get a driver's license, even if they don't have proof of legal immigration in the U.S. Esme Murphy spoke with Sen. John Jasinski who fears the licenses could lead to illegal voting.
A bill that's making its way through the Minnesota Capitol would make it possible for anyone an opportunity to get a driver's license, even if they don't have proof of legal immigration in the U.S. Esme Murphy spoke with the author of that bill Sen. Zaynab Muhamed.
A bill that's making its way through the Minnesota Capitol would make it possible for anyone an opportunity to get a driver's license, even if they don't have proof of legal immigration in the U.S.
Winters in our state mean lots of snowmobiling. And with that comes lots of memories.
"It's like a reverse snow globe, where you're sitting in the globe and the snow is outside," Keith Stetz said.
When it's cold outside, there's at least one place you can go to get warm -- a sauna. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how Cokato became "Sauna City."
Even in the ice and cold, there's a team near Monticello that's always ready to work their tails off. Silent Run Adventures is a dog sledding team that got off to a unique start.
"They add to my prayers. They're not distracting at all, they're just the opposite," said visitor Terry Goerke.
In 2023 alone, more than 234 tech companies have laid off nearly 76,000 workers.
In the past few weeks, there has been a lot of talk about how sensitive information is stored in Washington.
The English language is ever-evolving, thanks to new words or older ones getting new meanings. That informal type of speaking starts to become natural. So why do we use slang?
"It's huge," said Loup Ventures' Gene Munster. "It's hard to understate how big ChatGPT can be."
Whether it's a winter-related injury or sickness around the holidays, health care facilities have been busy recently. The tricky part can be figuring out where to get help.
It's gonna be a long winter, but thanks to WCCO viewers' photo submissions, it's also going to be a pretty one!
We've seen it depicted in countless Christmas movies, but now we're getting an inside look at where Santa and his elves live.
Every 10 years, the British film magazine Sight & Sound invites critics to submit lists of their top 10 movies of all time. These are the results of their poll for 2022.
We want to share the joy of the holidays with all of our viewers by sharing your festive displays. Here are some of your best and brightest holiday displays!
Which movie was tops when you had your big premiere?
Temperatures will continue to take a yo-yo ride this week, but a weekend warmup is ahead.
We'll dip below zero degrees overnight, but we'll warm again mid-week.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says on Wednesday we warm to the upper-teens and stay dry, but Thursday will again be cooler.
"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."
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 2023 Saint Paul Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt medallion was unearthed in Phalen Regional Park on the hunt's 10th day by Ken Soles and his partner, Tony Honkomp.
After previous attempts failed, Minnesota lawmakers are once again taking a look at legalizing sports betting.
In her second year of college gymnastics for the Utes, Grace McCallum is still one of the most accomplished gymnasts in the world, headlining her team which is ranked 4th in the nation.
Temperatures will continue to take a yo-yo ride this week, but a weekend warmup is ahead.
For 20 years, the Mill City Museum has welcomed visitors to learn more about the history of Minneapolis, and how it shaped the world. Now, the museum has been nominated as one of the best in the country – and they need your help to take home the top prize.