Minn. Senator Proposes Making State Color Purple
A state senator in Minnesota is pushing to make the official state color purple in honor of music superstar Prince.
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A state senator in Minnesota is pushing to make the official state color purple in honor of music superstar Prince.
Three days after his death, Prince fans continue to make pilgrimages to the locations he made famous around the Twin Cities.
In honor of the Purple One, John Lauritsen's Good Questions are all about Prince this week.
Minnesota authorities are declining to discuss whether any prescription drugs were found in Prince's home after his death.
Prince's cousin, Charles "Chazz" Smith, was not only family; he was a bandmate from the very beginning. "He's entered in the encyclopedia of rock," Smith said.
Fans flooded downtown Minneapolis for an all night dance party at First Avenue, a tribute Prince himself would have loved.
Prince died in Minneapolis, but the grief is being felt worldwide. A flood of tributes has poured in from all over the globe over the past two days.
A report from TMZ says Prince overdosed on Percocet just days before his death. WCCO investigates how the drug impacts patients.
It seems everybody has a Prince story, so it should be no surprise that another Minnesota icon has one. Longtime Star Tribune and WCCO Radio sports personality Sid Hartman met Prince prior to the 2007 Super Bowl.
Prince left us with countless hits, and allegedly a vault of hundreds of unreleased jams. In the aftermath of his sudden and shocking departure from Planet Earth, fans and newbies alike will be digging into his back catalog, eager to stumble upon unheralded gems.
An autopsy was completed Friday to determine what caused the death of the iconic musician Prince, who was found unresponsive in an elevator by sheriff's deputies at his suburban Minneapolis compound a day earlier. However, it may take time for information to be released.
In a 2004 episode of his Comedy Central show, Chappelle portrayed the iconic musician in one of "Charlie Murphy's True Hollywood Stories."
The passing of pop superstar Prince has resulted in reaction from people everywhere, from local musicians to international celebrities. And on Friday, President Barack Obama called Prince's death a "remarkable loss."
People are currently petitioning for Terminal 1 at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to be renamed after Prince.
Prince's protégé and former fiancé Sheila E flew to Minneapolis immediately after learning of his death on Thursday. Sheila E visited WCCO Friday morning to reflect on the loss of a Minnesota icon.
Monuments and landmarks across the world have been lit up purple to honor Prince and his memory – and the purple will continue on in Minneapolis all weekend.
The players paid homage to the late-musician following an 8-1 win over Milwaukee.
The movie that sent Prince into the highest echelons of super-stardom will be screening at several locations around Minneapolis in the coming days.
The Xcel Energy Center and its guest, Mumford & Sons, paid tribute to the late Prince Thursday evening. Prior to the show, Xcel Energy Center honored Prince by lighting up the building's outdoor marquees with slides dedicated to him.
If you missed Thursday night's all-night dance party celebrating Prince at First Avenue, the venue has scheduled two more for Saturday and Sunday.
Prince leaves behind not only a musical legacy, but also a string of Minnesota artists he supported.
Thousands lined 7th Street outside of First Avenue, where the block was barricaded to accommodate the massive crowd.
The world knew him as Prince, and he was. Born Prince Rogers Nelson in Minneapolis, he signed a record contract when he was 18-year-old. He soon was hitting the charts with his "Minneapolis Sound."
The Carver County Sheriff's Office has released the transcript of the 911 call placed Thursday morning at Paisley Park. Deputies arrived at the Chanhassen complex just before 9:45 a.m., and Prince was pronounced dead about 25 minutes later.
After the Minnesota Lynx won the WNBA Championship last year, Prince invited them to Paisley Park for a private concert.
Colson Montgomery hit a two-run homer and Erick Fedde pitched five sparkling innings, helping the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 4-1.
A group of over 150 Allina Health doctors in the Twin Cities has filed a 10-day unfair labor practice strike notice, their union said on Friday.
Questions continue to swirl following a mass shooting in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday that left three people dead, including the suspect, and several others injured.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services is working with a contractor to correct an autism treatment plan backlog that is frustrating both parents and providers.
It's the end of an era for a country music hot spot at the Minnesota State Fair.
A group of over 150 Allina Health doctors in the Twin Cities has filed a 10-day unfair labor practice strike notice, their union said on Friday.
Questions continue to swirl following a mass shooting in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday that left three people dead, including the suspect, and several others injured.
It's the end of an era for a country music hot spot at the Minnesota State Fair.
Several people were injured in a railing collapse at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota, Thursday night, following a football game between Cretin-Derham Hall and St. Thomas Academy, according to the Minnesota Vikings.
Four teenagers are in custody after a vehicle pursuit in Minneapolis early Friday that resulted in a Hennepin County Sheriff's Office SUV being damaged, according to police.
After years of planning, the new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum near Camp Ripley is nearly ready to open.
WCCO is tracking everything you can go out and do 4 Your Weekend, including at the Minnesota State Fair.
A better chance for storms arrives Thursday night across central and northern Minnesota. A few could be severe with a slight risk for wind and hail.
Police in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, have an adult man in custody after social media threats were made towards both schools in the area on Tuesday.
Officials in northern Minnesota say a 43-year-old man drowned while paddleboarding with his daughter Tuesday.
A $1.8 billion project to replace the Blatnik Bridge, which links Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, is now underway.
An 18-year-old man has pleaded guilty to killing 10-year-old Lily Peters in Wisconsin four years ago. He was then given a life sentence with the possibility of extended supervision after 25 years.
A Wisconsin prosecutor says he will not file election bribery charges against billionaire Elon Musk even though the state's bipartisan elections commission said he likely broke state law.
A Wisconsin high school football player has died from injuries sustained during a game on Thursday night.
Dozens of cases of E. coli and salmonella in multiple states are linked to an alfalfa grower in Minnesota, health officials say.
Zy'ire was diagnosed with bone cancer in his tibia, and throughout treatment, his love of the game helped keep his spirits up. Make-A-Wish Minnesota granted his wish by putting him on the sideline in Vikings gear.
Lt. Ryan Kelly, the first Minneapolis officer to arrive at Church of the Annunciation on Aug. 27, 2025, described walking in to find dozens of children hiding in the pews — and locating 2 who had already died.
After the Annunciation Catholic Church mass shooting in Minneapolis, there were loud calls for action on guns.
Crews in St. Paul, Minnesota, are clearing out the city's largest encampment on Wednesday.
After officials in Minnesota's capital city announced they would shut down encampments for those experiencing homelessness, the City Council approved more than $1 million to expand capacity at local shelters.
The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.
Minnesota's new anti-nudification law can proceed while a lawsuit brought forth by billionaire Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company plays out, a federal judge ruled Friday.
The federal indictment against ICE officer Christian Castro has been unsealed, detailing charges accusing him of lying to investigators about a north Minneapolis shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in January.
Christian Castro, the ICE agent facing federal charges for lying about the circumstances surrounding his decision to shoot a Venezuelan national in Minneapolis earlier this year, is now in custody.
A federal prosecutor in Minnesota who was investigating an ICE officer for possible civil rights crimes has been fired, four sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services is working with a contractor to correct an autism treatment plan backlog that is frustrating both parents and providers.
You've probably seen THC drinks at Minnesota bars and liquor stores, but those made-in-Minnesota drinks could disappear this winter if new federal rules take effect.
The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is rolling out more than three dozen new food items this year, on top of all the returning favorites — which makes putting together a game plan for your visit no small task.
President Trump said Friday that the U.S. will waive higher tariffs on ground beef imports, which he says will reduce beef prices by 25%. Some cattle ranchers, including those in Minnesota and Wisconsin, worry the plan will hurt them financially.
An outbreak of E. coli and salmonella is linked to an alfalfa grower in Minnesota, health officials say. WCCO speaks with a food safety expert about the risks associated with alfalfa sprouts.
Four teenagers are in custody after a vehicle pursuit in Minneapolis early Friday that resulted in a Hennepin County Sheriff's Office SUV being damaged, according to police.
The federal indictment against ICE officer Christian Castro has been unsealed, detailing charges accusing him of lying to investigators about a north Minneapolis shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in January.
A pool contractor at the center of a WCCO investigation, who promised a pool but never delivered, will spend five years in federal prison.
Police in Minneapolis are investigating after a man was shot Thursday night on the city's north side.
FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia says the bureau is turning to artificial intelligence as a tool to identify threats and act on them faster.
A group of over 150 Allina Health doctors in the Twin Cities has filed a 10-day unfair labor practice strike notice, their union said on Friday.
Sanford Health and North Memorial Health announced Tuesday that they completed the merger.
This year, your kid may be more likely to catch a back-to-school bug, as fewer students are getting their shots than at any time in the past decade.
Zy'ire was diagnosed with bone cancer in his tibia, and throughout treatment, his love of the game helped keep his spirits up. Make-A-Wish Minnesota granted his wish by putting him on the sideline in Vikings gear.
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
WCCO is tracking everything you can go out and do 4 Your Weekend, including at the Minnesota State Fair.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
Louis Lee came to Minnesota decades ago from Hong Kong to become a student at the University of Minnesota. He says listening to comedy helped him learn English.
The vault is open. Recordings no one's ever heard, spanning 40 years of Prince's musical career, are now available on a new album called "Timeless."
The community is mourning the loss of Charles Dillon, also known as Chaz Millionaire, a longtime voice on the Twin Cities airwaves.
Colson Montgomery hit a two-run homer and Erick Fedde pitched five sparkling innings, helping the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 4-1.
Several people were injured in a railing collapse at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota, Thursday night, following a football game between Cretin-Derham Hall and St. Thomas Academy, according to the Minnesota Vikings.
Javon Tracy set the program record with two punts for touchdowns and Darius Taylor rushed for three first-half scores as Minnesota opened with a 59-7 romp past FCS opponent Eastern Illinois on Thursday.
The Minnesota Lynx's Olivia Miles has been named the WBNA's August Rookie of the Month.
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to sign 13-year veteran outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy.
She has won four races for U.S. Senate by double digits, and now Sen. Amy Klobuchar is campaigning to become Minnesota's next governor.
The DFL primary in Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District was supposed to be close, but it wasn't. Former Lakeville Mayor and state Sen. Matt Little beat two well-known opponents by double digits.
Democrat Jake Johnson, a high school math teacher, is running a competitive race against Republican Rep. Brad Finstad, prompting analysts to downgrade Finstad's reelection outlook.
In the aftermath of the primary, Republicans in Minnesota are more optimistic about their November chances than they ever have been.
In the aftermath of the primary, Republicans in Minnesota are more optimistic about their November chances than they ever have been.
For nearly a half century, the Haunted Mansion at the Minnesota State Fair has been scaring people silly.
It is one of the most uniquely shaped buildings at the Minnesota State Fair, and it holds nearly 80 years of history.
For five generations, one family has run the Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours along the St. Croix River.
Keith Richardson is a home brewer and beer memorabilia collector. His collection got so big that, two years ago, he moved everything into an old toy store near downtown Lanesboro and opened the Hammarama Museum and Gift Shop.
Passing trains and scenic bluffs are a big part of Buffalo County, Wisconsin, but in the middle of it all is a garden where creativity and flowers grow together, all courtesy of a man named Herman Rusch.
Behind the fried foods and thrilling rides, farming remains at the heart of the Minnesota State Fair, where farm families work around the clock to get their animals ribbon-ready.
Visitors are spending tens of millions of dollars to experience all there is at the Minnesota State Fair. It's a 12-day production that costs tens of millions of dollars to put on.
There's more than 300 vendors keeping people fed at the Minnesota State Fair. That's a lot of competition for your cash and the limited space in your stomach.
The corn goes from a farm field west of the Twin Cities to the busy ovens on the fairgrounds.
There's a buzz at the fairgrounds as vendors, exhibitors and 4-H families get ready to welcome millions of people across a very specific stretch of time. Why is the Minnesota State Fair 12 days? Good Question.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
People in the Twin Cities will feel temperatures in the 80s on Saturday and Sunday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
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 high temperature in the Twin Cities will be around 88 degrees on Saturday, NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says.
On hot days like Friday, the Minnesota State Fair can test how well people handle the heat. WCCO's Jeff Wagner and photojournalist Nick Boeke share the early warning signs and best ways to keep your cool.
It'll likely be hot and humid on Saturday, but there's the chance for some isloated thunderstorms on Sunday.
After a summer of hard practices, another season of high school football is underway in Minnesota. See highlights from the first week of games and meet a tennis coach who has 1,000 wins under his belt in this High School Sports Rally.
People in the Twin Cities will feel temperatures in the 80s on Saturday and Sunday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Prosecutors are seeking a five-year prison sentence for Justin Eichorn, the former Minnesota state senator charged in connection with a prostitution sting in March. He pleaded guilty to attempted possession of child pornography in May.
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is now facing federal charges after being accused of shooting a man in Minnesota in January. The case isn't about the shooting itself, but about the agent lying about what happened, according to prosecutors. Conor Wight explains.
The high temperature in the Twin Cities will be around 88 degrees on Saturday, NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says.