Police break up UCLA protests; hundreds arrested on U.S. campuses
President Joe Biden addressed the nationwide protests in unscheduled remarks from the White House.
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President Joe Biden addressed the nationwide protests in unscheduled remarks from the White House.
Protesters at a pro-Palestinian encampment that has occupied a portion of the University of Minnesota campus since Tuesday packed up following a tentative agreement with university administration Thursday.
Protesters at a pro-Palestinian encampment occupying a portion of the University of Minnesota campus since Tuesday have started to pack up following a tentative agreement with university administration.
Police ended pro-Palestinian protesters' occupation of a Columbia University building but violence erupted at UCLA and the University of Arizona as schools stepped up efforts to end demonstrations.
In an apparent email to the groups leading this protest, school leaders wrote quote, "As discussed in the meeting, we have a shared understanding that the encampment will be disassembled and removed by 5 p.m. today."
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.
University of Minnesota students continue growing calls across the country for a cease-fire in Gaza. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with the students leading the demonstrations about why it's so important to them.
An encampment set up by pro-Palestinian student protesters stands for a second-straight day at the University of Minnesota in defiance of police calls to disperse overnight Wednesday.
Esme Murphy takes a deeper look at the protests at the U of M campus and across the country.
Police are removing an encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Wisconsin's Madison campus on Wednesday morning and have taken away several protesters.
An encampment set up by pro-Palestinian student protesters stands for a second-straight day at the University of Minnesota in defiance of police calls to disperse overnight Wednesday.
Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide.
University of Minnesota students calling for a cease-fire in Gaza are in the midst of the seventh day of demonstrations on Minneapolis' East Bank campus after many camped out overnight Tuesday, marking the first time police haven't cleared them out since protests started a week ago.
A major meeting between protestors and the president at the University of Minnesota is expected Wednesday morning. Adam Duxter has more.
Columbia University protesters have set up a new demonstration at Hamilton Hall, a building demonstrators occupied during 1968 anti-Vietnam war protests.
University of Minnesota students calling for a cease-fire in Gaza are still camped out.
Several buildings on the University of Minnesota's East Bank campus in Minneapolis are closed on Monday due to more pro-Palestinian demonstrations organized by students.
Amidst another day of Pro-Palestinian protests at the U of M Friday, Jewish students at Hillel Minnesota are speaking out, explaining why they don't feel safe on campus.
Students at the University of Minnesota are expected to join other colleges across the country on Friday for a fourth straight day in lifting their voices and asking for an end to the bloodshed in Gaza.
Hundreds of people have been arrested in California, New York, Massachusetts, Texas, Georgia and other states during the tense protests on college campuses.
Student protestors are taking their demands straight to the top. A group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched to the Board of Regents' office at the University of Minnesota.
Political analyst David Schultz says these students could swing the presidential election.
After a couple of days, things have quieted down at the University of Minnesota. Despite the calm Wednesday night, students say they plan on making their message heard one way or another. Allen Henry has more.
Students continue to call for the university to divest from companies they say support Israel.
Several protesters were arrested on Tuesday morning at the University of Minnesota, where they had set up a pro-Palestinian encampment to demand the university divest from companies and academic institutions they say support Israel.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz told lawmakers that fraud "happened on my watch," but defended his administration's handling of the allegations.
Target plans to spend billions of dollars this year to end a persistent sales slump and to regain its image as a fun place to shop for stylish clothing, housewares, beauty products and packaged food at affordable prices.
Iranian officials say more than 170 people were killed in the strike. Neither the U.S. nor Israel has said it was behind the attack, but the Pentagon is investigating.
One person is dead and others are injured in a crash early Wednesday involving a Ramsey County Sheriff's Office squad car in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are among the big names who will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
Target plans to spend billions of dollars this year to end a persistent sales slump and to regain its image as a fun place to shop for stylish clothing, housewares, beauty products and packaged food at affordable prices.
One person is dead and others are injured in a crash early Wednesday involving a Ramsey County Sheriff's Office squad car in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.
A rising mixed martial arts fighter from Minnesota on the brink of making his pro debut was one of three people killed in a mass shooting in Austin, Texas early Sunday.
A federal judge has clashed with Minnesota's top federal prosecutor in what he called a series of "testy and frosty" exchanges.
Runners planning to participate in the 2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon can now register for the event.
Bailey Monnens-Dahl, 14, has been missing from her Farmington home for five days.
Gas prices in Minnesota are climbing, mirroring a national trend experts say is at least in part caused by the U.S. and Israel attacking Iran.
A Twin Cities woman is accused of making violent threats toward Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, including multiple intimations she planned to shoot the GOP official.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
The Salvation Army is in the midst of its largest food drive of the year, called Meals 4 Minnesota.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
People from across the nation are traveling to the Twin Cities, but not as tourists. Many want to learn in person from Minnesota protestors to bring that knowledge back to their own cities.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz told lawmakers that fraud "happened on my watch," but defended his administration's handling of the allegations.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is getting grilled once again Wednesday about what she said after the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in confrontations with federal immigration agents in Minneapolis in January.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison were called to testify Wednesday at a House Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and the "misuse" of federal funds in the state.
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are among the big names who will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
The report comes just hours before Walz and Ellison are expected to testify before the committee.
Gas prices in Minnesota are climbing, mirroring a national trend experts say is at least in part caused by the U.S. and Israel attacking Iran.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
As the strikes from U.S. and Israel continue, and Iran strikes back, the violence and turmoil could have significant worldwide ramifications.
On Friday, hundreds of leaders from Minnesota food banks and food shelves came together in Brooklyn Center. Their goal is to find the best ways to help hungry families in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, and while food prices remain high.
Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.
One person is dead and others are injured in a crash early Wednesday involving a Ramsey County Sheriff's Office squad car in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
A man who claimed to provide services for children with autism in Minnesota but instead raked in millions of dollars from fraudulent Medicaid billings pleaded guilty on Monday.
A Twin Cities woman is accused of making violent threats toward Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, including multiple intimations she planned to shoot the GOP official.
A Minneapolis man who pleaded guilty to murdering a high school student in 2022 was sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison on Monday.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Minnesota on Monday sued Trump administration officials Dr. Mehmet Oz and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in an attempt to stop them from withholding $243 million in Medicaid spending, warning it may have to cut health care for low-income families if the funding is held back.
Thousands of Minnesotans enrolled in Medicaid take a total of millions of trips to their medical appointments each year through nonemergency medical transportation services, a federally required, taxpayer-funded program that's among more than a dozen others Minnesota determined to be at "high risk" for fraud.
Target will stop selling its entire assortment of cereal with certified synthetic colors by the end of May.
The Minnesota Department of Health said there have been 10 reported cases in the state so far this year. There were five cases as of the last update, which came on Feb. 19.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
The Minnesota Wild and St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her announced a $600 million plan on Tuesday to renovate the team's arena and connected venues.
The 80-year-old will play at Grand Casino Arena on Sept. 15. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
As a musician and performer, Prince showed a generation that being different wasn't a liability. Now, an author and illustrator are telling the story of Prince's life in a new children's book.
Kirill Kaprizov broke the franchise career goals record with 220, Mats Zuccarello, Brock Faber and Quinn Hughes each had a goal and assist and the Minnesota Wild beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1 Tuesday night.
Anthony Edwards scored 41 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a sluggish first half to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 117-110.
The Minnesota Wild filled a need at their weakest position ahead of the NHL trade deadline by acquiring center Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators.
Inside the rink in Delano, Minnesota, state tournament preparations are ongoing.
After a 3-0 week for the Minnesota Timberwolves, superstar Anthony Edwards earned some recognition from the NBA.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
The month of March will be a pivotal one as Minnesota attempts to emerge from the shadow of massive fraud.
In the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge, a bill to make it easier for someone to sue the federal government is advancing at the Minnesota Capitol.
Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.
The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
The military strikes against Iran have sparked intense debate in Congress. U.S. lawmakers are not only split on whether to support the operation but also on whether President Trump should have sought congressional approval in advance. WCCO investigates how the Constitution defines declarations of war.
Traveling is already stressful, especially flying, but the deadly conflict south of the border might have some travelers second-guessing their upcoming trips.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Fog gives way to sunshine and very mild temps, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Lisa Meadows
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.
Not much to worry about until our next storm system moves in later this week. Warmer temperatures are on the way, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Once the morning fog clears, Wednesday will be mostly to partly sunny with highs in the mid-50s.
A foggy morning will give way to a mostly sunny, mild day in the Twin Cities.
Rick Glenna, founder and owner of Glenna Farms, shares a preview of the season.
Fog gives way to sunshine and very mild temps, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Lisa Meadows
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is getting grilled once again Wednesday about what she said after the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in confrontations with federal immigration agents in Minneapolis in January.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison were called to testify Wednesday at a House Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and the "misuse" of federal funds in the state.
Parents know, kids outgrow clothes fast. A local mother, Lauren Falesnik, wanted to make things a little easier with clothes that can grow with kids. That's the story behind GIli Guise.