St. Paul's Dignity Coconuts works with farmers in the Philippines to improve conditions
Coconut oil is now a St. Paul man's mission, because of what he witnessed while doing mission work in the Philippines.
Coconut oil is now a St. Paul man's mission, because of what he witnessed while doing mission work in the Philippines.
For the first time since he donned a Minnesota Vikings uniform, safety Cam Bynum's wife was able to watch him play in person.
After sealing the Minnesota Vikings' shocking upset over the San Francisco 49ers Monday night, safety Cam Bynum is shifting his focus to his family.
Apo Whang-od is a tattoo artist from the mountain village of Buscalan in the Philippines.
The United States denied that it operates any surveillance balloons over China.
To make up for a teaching shortage, a Minnesota school is bringing in educators from halfway around the world. This year, Willmar Public Schools has teachers from the Philippines and Nicaragua.
To make up for a teaching shortage, a Minnesota school is bringing in educators from halfway around the world. This year, Willmar Public Schools has teachers from the Philippines and Nicaragua.
Nelson Velázquez homered twice, Salvador Perez hit his team-leading 10th homer of the season and the Kansas City Royals snapped a three-game skid with a 6-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.
A major change in the medical world is helping make kidney transplants more racially equitable.
If it weren't for all the warm sunshine, you might mistake all of the drifting cottonwood in Minnesota for snowflakes.
The U.S. used to be a major supplier of helium but not anymore, which is why a helium mine in the middle of the country could be a gold mine.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
If it weren't for all the warm sunshine, you might mistake all of the drifting cottonwood in Minnesota for snowflakes.
Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation on the 400 block of 23rd Avenue North, where they found a man inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.
Between June 26, 2023, and July 11, 2023, Mohamed Elsayed robbed gas stations in Mounds View, Roseville, New Brighton, Fridley and Eagan, court documents say.
IKE machines, or interactive kiosk experience, have begun to pop up around downtown Minneapolis and aim to help visitors and residents find the most efficient way to their next outing.
A video of six kids — some only 12 years old — riding around in a stolen car is making the rounds on social media.
The U.S. used to be a major supplier of helium but not anymore, which is why a helium mine in the middle of the country could be a gold mine.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides.
The man tried to reach for the deputy's gun during a "more than five minute scuffle," according to the BCA.
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.
A law that drew massive protests and made Wisconsin the center of a national fight over union rights has returned to court, facing a new challenge from teachers and public workers brought after the state's Supreme Court flipped to liberal control.
Robert Atwell says he won't step down when his term ends this month. Atwell said in his email that he hoped that his "temporary continuation" as a regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.
A Wisconsin judge has sentenced a man to almost 20 years in prison in connection with a 2016 firebombing incident.
Minnesotans will clog the interstates, county highways and back roads this Memorial Day weekend as they head north to cabin country or across the border to Wisconsin.
"This has been a long, long saga shall we say for many of us growing up," said Terry Lundberg, president of the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center.
A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides.
In 2018, quadriplegia changed Linda Hood's body, but her will is the same — especially after she realized the basic task of using a public restroom was now alarmingly complicated.
Jessie Wong creates flavors and authentic Szechuan cooking in the heart of downtown Minneapolis
A familiar sound was missing at one high school graduation ceremony on Friday evening.
Four years ago, George Floyd was murdered by then-officer Derek Chauvin. The images are for many seared into memory, never to be dislodged. However, at a Twin Cities teen summit this week, young people worked to meet the challenge of moving forward.
The first day of jury deliberations in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial ended without a verdict as jurors asked to review several portions of testimony.
Last year, state lawmakers signed off on what was billed as a nation-leading child tax credit program for low- and middle-income Minnesota families aimed at cutting child poverty by one-third.
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.
Last year, state lawmakers signed off on what was billed as a nation-leading child tax credit program for low- and middle-income Minnesota families aimed at cutting child poverty by one-third.
Dozens of businesses in downtown's North Loop neighborhood are hoping customers will help them celebrate women.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill into law on Tuesday morning that boosts the pay of rideshare drivers while keeping Uber and Lyft operating in the state.
A strike could begin in early to mid-June. If it does happen, crossing through the border could take more than 10 hours.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
A Michigan man appearing virtually in a Washtenaw County court hearing earlier this month was ordered by a judge to turn himself in after his camera showed him actively driving under a suspended license.
Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation on the 400 block of 23rd Avenue North, where they found a man inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.
Between June 26, 2023, and July 11, 2023, Mohamed Elsayed robbed gas stations in Mounds View, Roseville, New Brighton, Fridley and Eagan, court documents say.
The man tried to reach for the deputy's gun during a "more than five minute scuffle," according to the BCA.
A video of six kids — some only 12 years old — riding around in a stolen car is making the rounds on social media.
A major change in the medical world is helping make kidney transplants more racially equitable.
If it weren't for all the warm sunshine, you might mistake all of the drifting cottonwood in Minnesota for snowflakes.
A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides.
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.
The U.S. Department of Justice recently proposed a rule that would shift marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug classification, a significant change in federal policy that could impact cannabis businesses in states that have legalized it for recreational use.
The Minnesota Timberwolves avoided the sweep with a Game 4 win over the Mavericks in Dallas Tuesday, giving fans a thrill and the "Inside the NBA" crew the chills.
Albert S. Ruddy, who won Oscars for "The Godfather" and "Million-Dollar Baby" and helped create TV's "Hogan's Heroes," died Saturday.
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee who focused on food and American diets, has died of cancer at age 53.
It's a great time to be a Timberwolves content creator, specifically podcasts. The content medium was barely in its infancy the last time the team was in the Western Conference finals.
Nelson Velázquez homered twice, Salvador Perez hit his team-leading 10th homer of the season and the Kansas City Royals snapped a three-game skid with a 6-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Minnesota won the inaugural championship of the Professional Women's Hockey League on Wednesday night, getting 17 saves from Nicole Hensley to beat Boston 3-0 in a winner-take-all Game 5 and claim the Walter Cup.
During Minnesota Twins games, the duties of the grounds crew are evident, like when they are dragging the infield. But there is much more to the work that takes place when the cameras are off.
Minnesota Lynx forward Diamond Miller underwent knee surgery, the team announced Wednesday, though there was no word on when she could return to the court.
The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly bringing back Dalton Risner, last year's starting left guard, on a one-year deal.
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.
Each time the Midwest is hit with severe weather, the damage adds up and so do the insurance costs. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy explores how insurance companies are looking at how they can make up for all those payouts.
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.
The summer travel season is now in full swing. And while the average cost of a flight is down compared to last year, there are still ways to save.
Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories.
With the Wolves' playoff run, people want to know — does a good defense really win championships?
On this week's Good Question, WCCO's Jeff Wagner discovers whether or not we can improve our attention spans for the better.
From Seattle in the Northwest, to across the world in Spain, and right back in Minnesota, the human collective looked north for a few nights as a massive light show performed for one of its largest audiences ever.
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 Chris Shaffer says Thursday will be warmer and breezy before rain moves in early Friday.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast and he says you can expect warmer temperatures on Thursday and rain on Friday.
Thursday will feel warmer and some rain will move in from the west in the evening hours.
During Minnesota Twins games, the duties of the grounds crew are evident, like when they are dragging the infield. But there is much more to the work that takes place when the cameras are off.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Thursday will be warmer and breezy before rain moves in early Friday.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants, and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River. In this week’s Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us why Knapp’s Cave near Scandia still draws kayakers and hikers.
Minnesota is a step closer to having a helium mine in the Iron Range. That resource was discovered by accident years ago outside of Babbitt. It could be one of the richest helium reservoirs in the world. WCCO's Jonah Kaplan takes us to the work site to see the latest step toward a potential mine.
How do hospitals decide who gets a transplant? It turns out, when it came to kidneys, the patient's race played a part — until now. Our David Schuman spoke to a woman with a new kidney who says without this change, she'd still be waiting for one.
A Minnesota National Guardsman is in critical condition after an EV charging station he was installing exploded.