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Conditions at schools across the country ranged from cramped and crowded to negligence. This meant diseases of the time, Tuberculosis and an influenza epidemic, could ravage through the dormitories in classroom at record pace. To this day, it's unknown how many students died at boarding schools during this time.
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Jean Marie Kies told 64-year-old Blackwell that he acted with hate when he threw the acid on Mahud Villalaz in November 2019. She said he wasn't provoked and that his behavior was "diabolical."
For some living in the Twin Cities, Wednesday's published report showing Minneapolis police had violated the state's human rights act was validation.
A Minneapolis North basketball player received a racist social media message on Friday evening, shortly after a win which took the team to the state championship.
A settlement has been reached after a lawsuit was filed against East Carver County Schools that alleged systematic racism at Chaska schools.
"As I have stated previously, the findings of this investigation do not take away from the other incidents that have happened at the high school," Tim Dittberner said.
There's been another racist incident involving high school students in the Twin Cities metro. This time, it involves Edina High School students.
New Prague schools have been in the spotlight for several weeks now, after several other districts called them out for racism at sporting events.
Minnesotans are calling for changes in their community after accusations of racism at two high school sporting events.
The team's coach, Demondi Johnson, has also announced his resignation on Twitter, saying he hopes whoever left the note can "heal their hearts of hatred."
Following recent accusations of racist taunts at high school sports games, the Minnesota State High School League says that educators across the state have "more work to do" in keeping students safe from harassment and listed a series of steps it will take to protect students.
A Twin Cities high school and an entire school district will no longer compete with a south metro school after another alleged incident of student-athletes experiencing racism while playing there.
The New Prague School District is investigating accusations of racism at a Tuesday night girls high school basketball game.
"First thing I thought of was my son," Matt said. "He's gonna see this. How do I explain this to him?"
Some Twin Cities students walked out of class Monday after they say a teacher used a racial slur.
Principal John Bezek sent a letter to parents Friday saying that the most recent video, which involves students from Prior Lake and another district, was reported to officials this week.
Attendees shut down a Prior Lake school board meeting Monday night while demanding accountability after a student's racist rant video went viral.
The Nov. 12 performance of "A Christmas Carol" was delayed for roughly 30 minutes after a woman hurled racial slurs at people sitting nearby.
In the video, the woman is seen yelling at other people standing near her to "get out of my country." According to another audience member's report, the incident happened "right as the lights were dimming to start the show and then we all heard yelling and it went crazy for like 40 minutes after that."
Students of color on campus say the rock represents a history of discrimination. It was referred to as a derogatory name in a Wisconsin State Journal story in the 1920s.
A picture of a racist sign asking someone to prom in Big Lake is getting a lot of attention – and it's prompted Black students in the district to share their experiences of prejudice.
A Minnesota school district is investigating reports of a student using racist language to ask another student to prom.
Students at White Bear Lake High School walked out of class Friday morning, to protest what they say is the school administration's lack of attention to racial issues.
Elaina Yang says she has been called racially insensitive words for years, and recently got a barrage of hurtful words in a group text message with classmates.
There is a renewed call in Minnesota to boost the state's anti-hate crime laws after a spike in reported violence and discrimination against the Asian American and Pacific Islander community (AAPI).
Derek Chauvin will learn his sentence Thursday for violating George Floyd's civil rights. WCCO will offer live, streaming coverage on CBS News Minnesota.
If convicted on drug smuggling charges, Griner could face 10 years in a Russian prison.
Concerned neighbors are worried about the Aquatennial later this month.
In general, the more populous states like California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois were all found to be dog states.
The Becker County Sheriff's Office says 25-year-old Alexander Robere, of Bemidji, reported to the county courthouse in Detroit Lakes around 2 p.m. to be sentenced on an escape from custody charge for which he had posted bail.
Sending your child off to college is always stressful, but this year parents say they have the added worry about increasing crime in the Twin Cities.
Dew points are already in the upper 60s in many parts of Minnesota Thursday morning.
The embattled British leader is finally bowing out after a tumultuous week of high-profile resignations and a litany of scandals raising questions about his credibility.
Two young people are going to prison for years for a string of terrorizing carjackings in the Twin Cities.
In general, the more populous states like California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois were all found to be dog states.
Derek Chauvin will learn his sentence Thursday for violating George Floyd's civil rights. WCCO will offer live, streaming coverage on CBS News Minnesota.
Dew points are already in the upper 60s in many parts of Minnesota Thursday morning.
Two young people are going to prison for years for a string of terrorizing carjackings in the Twin Cities.
It's a school that's fought hard to survive, a school that 2022 Hill-Murray grad and landscape entrepreneur J.P. Yocum is here to support. He and his team of friends are completely redoing the outside of the school in just a few days.
In general, the more populous states like California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois were all found to be dog states.
The Becker County Sheriff's Office says 25-year-old Alexander Robere, of Bemidji, reported to the county courthouse in Detroit Lakes around 2 p.m. to be sentenced on an escape from custody charge for which he had posted bail.
Dew points are already in the upper 60s in many parts of Minnesota Thursday morning.
When the Larsons retired a few years ago, they moved from the Twin Cities to central Minnesota. Mike got a little bored so he decided to become a farmer. A worm farmer.
A 15-year-old boy was among the four people hospitalized Wednesday following a shooting in St. Cloud.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a ruling limiting when people who sue over open records requests can recover attorney's fees.
The two front-runners in Wisconsin's Republican primary race for governor went after one another Wednesday over gas prices.
The man charged with killing seven people at an Independence Day parade confessed to police that he unleashed a hail of bullets from a rooftop in suburban Chicago and then fled to the Madison, Wisconsin, area.
It's a decision that could help define the limits of legal immunity for trafficking victims nationwide.
A judge on Tuesday ordered that former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman not delete any records his office has compiled.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a ruling limiting when people who sue over open records requests can recover attorney's fees.
The two front-runners in Wisconsin's Republican primary race for governor went after one another Wednesday over gas prices.
A news conference aimed at getting answers about Minnesota's new THC edible law is instead raising more questions. There is also uncertainty about who is supposed to enforce this new law.
A judge on Tuesday ordered that former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman not delete any records his office has compiled.
Republican Kevin Nicholson announced Tuesday he was dropping out of the race five weeks before the Aug. 9 primary.
The transportation agency said that the change is being made because they want to examine how it "impacts the customer experience."
According to data from The Knot, 2.6 million couples are getting married this year. That's almost 500,000 more than an average year.
Friends and family say celebrated Twin Cities chef Justin Sutherland sustained significant injuries in a boating accident over the holiday weekend.
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
A number of small, Minnesota towns have lost their grocery stores over the years - creating an inconvenience for residents - and a bit of a food desert. But a couple in Douglas County thinks they've found a solution.
The Becker County Sheriff's Office says 25-year-old Alexander Robere, of Bemidji, reported to the county courthouse in Detroit Lakes around 2 p.m. to be sentenced on an escape from custody charge for which he had posted bail.
Derek Chauvin will learn his sentence Thursday for violating George Floyd's civil rights. WCCO will offer live, streaming coverage on CBS News Minnesota.
After chaotic scenes of violence in Minneapolis for the 4th of July holiday, concerned neighbors are worried about the Aquatennial later this month.
St. Paul police are investigating Wednesday after a shooting in the Payne - Phalen neighborhood left a boy fighting for his life.
A 15-year-old boy was among the four people hospitalized Wednesday following a shooting in St. Cloud.
Birthright St. Paul was vandalized Tuesday by an abortion-rights group.
While live entertainment continues to get back on its feet amid what seems to be the waning end of the COVID-19 pandemic, along comes another reminder that we're not out of the woods just yet.
The 4th of July brings in double the amount of teenage boys into the emergency room for drug or alcohol use over any other weekend in the summer.
The Minnesota health department has identified a total of six cases of monkeypox in the state.
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
While live entertainment continues to get back on its feet amid what seems to be the waning end of the COVID-19 pandemic, along comes another reminder that we're not out of the woods just yet.
Kelly faces a solicitation case in Hennepin County, Minnesota. But the case has been on the back burner while the federal cases play out.
KQRS, a classic rock station based in Golden Valley, announced that Tom Barnard would be retiring from the station, with his final show being scheduled for Dec. 23.
Other states went for films that feature explicitly hometown appeal, such as Texas choosing "The Alamo," Alabama going for "Forrest Gump," and Pennsylvania selecting "Gettysburg."
If convicted on drug smuggling charges, Griner could face 10 years in a Russian prison.
After a disappointing first round playoff exit by the winningest team in franchise history, the cash-strapped Wild will look to add some impactful players in the first round of the NHL draft Thursday.
Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin said Kirill Kaprizov remains in Russia and is doing well, denying a report the star winger returned to the U.S. and adding the team is trying to find out more about the situation.
The Minnesota Wild re-signed defenseman Jake Middleton to a three-year, $7.35 million contract Wednesday.
Andrew Vaughn tied the game with a two-run homer in the eighth inning, and Leury Garcia hit a game-ending single in the 10th to give the Chicago White Sox a 9-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.
When the Larsons retired a few years ago, they moved from the Twin Cities to central Minnesota. Mike got a little bored so he decided to become a farmer. A worm farmer.
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
"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."
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a giant statue ended up in the city of Blue Earth.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Rapidan Dam Store in Blue Earth County.
According to data from The Knot, 2.6 million couples are getting married this year. That's almost 500,000 more than an average year.
Just under 1% of Minnesota is state or national parkland, which places Minnesota 29th compared to other states across the country.
"The question then becomes though, even if the ex-president indicted, is there enough to convict," said constitutional law professor David Schultz.
"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.
"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.
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 of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
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.
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
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!
Humidity levels will stay high on Thursday, and isolated storms are possible starting in the afternoon.
Thursday if off to a warm and muggy start, with isolated isolated storms possible later on.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on the chances for rain Thursday.
"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.
A.J. Hilton shares the latest headlines, and asks viewers to share the foods they have to eat when they're feeling "hangry."
Police say Jack Kocur died after handling a firework that is not legal in the state.
Done in by a wave of scandals, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Thursday that he would step down as leader of the Conservative Party and leave office once a replacement is chosen. Watch his announcement here.
It's time for all the thrills and chills of the Hamel Rodeo at Corcoran Lions Park.
Today former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will be sentenced on federal charges for violating George Floyd's civil rights.