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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will answer questions from the Senate's Finance Committee on Wednesday.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will answer questions from the Senate's Finance Committee on Wednesday.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has raised doubts about vaccines — but history shows they've saved millions of lives.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Friday that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s name will remain on the state's presidential ballot, upholding a lower court's ruling that candidates can only be removed from the ballot if they die.
Election officials in Wisconsin asked the state's liberal-controlled Supreme Court on Thursday to decide whether Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's name should stay on the presidential ballot.
A judge denied Robert F. Kennedy's request Monday to erase his name from the presidential ballot in swing state Wisconsin, ruling that state law requires candidates to remain on the ballot unless they die.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted Tuesday to keep Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the presidential ballot, despite his request to be removed, and also rejected a Democratic attempt to oust independent candidate Cornel West.
Former President Donald Trump played the band's song "My Hero" when he welcomed former independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to the stage at a rally in Arizona on Friday.
"In my heart, I no longer believe that I have a realistic path to electoral victory," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said, explaining his decision to "throw my support to President Trump."
RFK Jr. fought to appear on the ballot as an independent candidate. Now, he's trying to get off the ballot in many states.
An employee of the Democratic National Committee has filed a complaint seeking to remove the Green Party's presidential candidate from the ballot in Wisconsin.
"I said let's go put the bear in Central Park and we'll make it look like it got hit by a bike," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a video he posted on X.
Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn't qualify for CNN's Trump-Biden debate.
The Libertarian Party nominated party activist Chase Oliver for president, rejecting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bid for the nomination.
Nicole Shanahan is a donor and California-based attorney and entrepreneur.
The super PAC aired an ad with images of from his uncle's John F. Kennedy's slogans, clips and a song, and Robert Kennedy Jr. then apologized to members to his family if the ad caused them pain.
Utah is the first state that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is running for president as an independent, has met the qualifications to be on the ballot.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dropped his Democratic bid for the presidency to run instead as an independent candidate.
In videotaped remarks, Kennedy suggested the virus was designed to spare Ashkenazi Jews and Chinese people, drawing accusations of racism and antisemitism.
Presidential campaigns had until Saturday night to report their fundraising totals for the second quarter.
No injuries were reported in Wednesday's fire and officials say the structure is a total loss.
A 19-year-old woman learned her sentence Friday for a fiery Minneapolis crash that killed a man one day before his birthday last spring.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Transgender student-athletes in Minnesota will continue to be able to participate in school sports consistent with their gender identity despite an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, state high school sports officials say.
Over the weekend, the Trump administration ended a program that temporarily protected many Venezuelans from deportation. As many face this looming uncertainty, the hope for an extension grows while the clock ticks down and the fear of losing everything becomes real.
A 19-year-old woman learned her sentence Friday for a fiery Minneapolis crash that killed a man one day before his birthday last spring.
A storm system is set to arrive in Minnesota late Friday, likely bringing several inches of snow for the Twin Cities.
Two men are dead, one woman is hurt and no arrests have been made following separate "targeted" shootings late Thursday and early Friday in Minneapolis, according to police.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has been voted the 2024 Associated Press Coach of the Year.
Lynde's is paying $12,000 more a month for eggs compared to a year ago. The price spike has forced owner Mark Lynde to do something he's never done before.
No injuries were reported in Wednesday's fire and officials say the structure is a total loss.
A storm system is set to arrive in Minnesota late Friday, likely bringing several inches of snow for the Twin Cities.
A 6-year-old girl is in the hospital after three dogs attacked her at a southern Minnesota day care.
Volunteers are helping the woman plan for her family if she's taken.
A northeastern Minnesota man is presumed dead after a house fire Thursday morning, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Authorities say slick road conditions contributed to a western Wisconsin crash that killed a 38-year-old man on Thursday.
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association announced on Tuesday that 2,414 entries submitted for the 2025 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest.
A teen died after rear-ending a snow plow early Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
Two anglers in search of sturgeon on the St. Croix River in Bayport were rescued on Monday night after going through the ice in a truck.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Over the weekend, the Trump administration ended a program that temporarily protected many Venezuelans from deportation. As many face this looming uncertainty, the hope for an extension grows while the clock ticks down and the fear of losing everything becomes real.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
Volunteers are helping the woman plan for her family if she's taken.
WCCO has a team dedicated to telling the stories of how Trump's immigration policies are impacting our communities. During a visit this week with volunteers making sure immigrants know their rights, David Schuman spoke to an undocumented mother preparing for her worst-case scenario: being separated from her kids.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
Lynde's is paying $12,000 more a month for eggs compared to a year ago. The price spike has forced owner Mark Lynde to do something he's never done before.
The legislation would exempt school supplies like notebooks, pencils, pens, backpacks, calculators and more from sales tax, joining clothes, groceries and pharmaceutical drugs that don't face a surcharge.
Since 2007, the program known as "Come Home 2 Edina" has lent a total of $8.7 million, helping 183 families purchase homes in the city, said Affordable Housing Development Manager Stephanie Hawkinson.
The recent election was a clear indicator that your money matters when it comes to the prices you pay. With that in mind, WCCO gives us a price check on some popular items from stores across the metro.
A 19-year-old woman learned her sentence Friday for a fiery Minneapolis crash that killed a man one day before his birthday last spring.
Two men are dead, one woman is hurt and no arrests have been made following separate "targeted" shootings late Thursday and early Friday in Minneapolis, according to police.
There's a growing number of guns being converted into machine guns. Here's why it matters: When someone opens fire with a machine gun, it has the ability to cause more damage, and impact more lives.
Two years after his tragic death at a work site, the family of a longtime St. Paul water services employee has won a major settlement from the construction company.
Officials say a residential fire broke out after a man was reportedly seen breaking windows in a northeast Minneapolis neighborhood early Thursday morning.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
Shanon and William Schmidtknecht, of Poynette, say their 22-year-old son Cole was told the cost had jumped from $66 to $539 out-of-pocket. He tried to manage his condition with his rescue inhaler but suffered a fatal asthma attack days later.
A Twin Cities volunteer has just logged her 25,000th hour of service for one organization, the equivalent of 12-plus years of 40-hour weeks.
The Minnesota National Guard spent Friday training side by side with medical professionals at Allina Health in a new simulation center.
It seems to happen to a lot of us. At some point, we start to need reading glasses.
Kendrick Lamar swept all five categories he was nominated in, and Beyoncé finally won the coveted Album of the Year award.
The 67th annual Grammy Awards return to Los Angeles, with some of entertainment's biggest names arriving in style. Check out the highlights and fashion from Music's Biggest Night.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
Beyoncé will take her hit record "Cowboy Carter" on tour in 2025. She shared the news in a pair of social media posts that dropped ahead of the Grammy Awards.
Music's biggest night is here as artists take the stage for the 67th annual Grammy Awards. Here is what to know.
Meet the Keaveny twins, who are making history on the basketball court and volleyball court at Mayer Lutheran High School. Plus, another chapter has been written in the storied rivalry between the Edina and Hill-Murray boys hockey teams.
Transgender student-athletes in Minnesota will continue to be able to participate in school sports consistent with their gender identity despite an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, state high school sports officials say.
Anthony Edwards had 41 points, seven rebounds and six assists on Thursday night as the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied to beat the Houston Rockets 127-114.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has been voted the 2024 Associated Press Coach of the Year.
Filip Gustavsson made 38 saves and the Wild scored for the first time in three games for a 2-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
President Donald Trump is marching forward with his plan to remake the federal government. As promised, the president is following through on rewriting regulations for transgender men and women.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
The Bakken Museum in South Minneapolis allows people to learn about the awkward and sometimes painful feeling.
It seems to happen to a lot of us. At some point, we start to need reading glasses.
They happen to the best of us, and there's no controlling them. Hiccups are a part of life, but is there an actual cure for them?
Winter in Minnesota is also known by some as "soup season." For many of us, it's also prime hot chocolate or hot tea season. But have you ever wondered if those warm drinks actually warm you up?
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso has everything you need to know about the snow storm that's moving in Friday evening.
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 storm system is set to arrive in Minnesota late Friday, likely bringing several inches of snow for the Twin Cities.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says the heaviest snow and bulk of the accumulations look to occur overnight until about 7 or 8 a.m. Saturday.
A winter weather advisory goes into effect late Friday night in the Twin Cities as a snow-filled storm system approaches Minnesota, says Meteorologist Joseph Dames.
In honor of Black History Month, "The Sound of Gospel" is coming to St. Paul.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso has everything you need to know about the snow storm that's moving in Friday evening.
Former Viking Jared Allen was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the smallest induction class in 20 years following offseason rule changes meant to make it harder to get inducted.
CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports from the White House where the Trump administration is facing another lawsuit, this time on a recent incentivize program for federal workers resignation.
Officials are working to locate a small passenger plane carrying 10 people that has disappeared mid-flight from Unakakleet to Nome.