Wisconsin Senate race: Ron Johnson projected winner over Mandela Barnes
Johnson got a boost from voters' concerns about crime and economic issues, while Barnes had strong support from voters who saw abortion as a top issue.
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Pat Kessler contrasts Minnesota-Wisconsin races
WCCO political contributor Pat Kessler talks about the differences in the major political races between Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Sen. Johnson, Barnes get personal in final Wisconsin debate
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson and Democratic challenger Mandela Barnes got personal in their final debate Thursday before the Nov. 8 election, with each candidate attacking the other as being a liar, radical and out of touch with the average Wisconsin voter.
Western Wisconsin could determine which party controls the U.S. Senate
All eyes are on Wisconsin this campaign season. A new CBS Battleground Tracker poll shows two statewide races are dead-locked.
Wisconsin GOP Sen. Johnson raises more than all Democrats
Incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson collected about $7 million in donations during the second quarter - more than all four of the Democrats running against him combined - although Democrat Alex Lasry did loan his campaign $6.5 million of his own money.
Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson on defensive after staff texts revealed in Jan. 6 hearings
His campaign for a third term in the United States Senate was already a steep climb, but Ron Johnson now has to answer to voters' concerns about his office's being implicated in the January 6 Capitol Assault investigation.
Jan. 6 hearing: Sen. Ron Johnson wanted to hand-deliver fake elector votes
Johnson spokeswoman Alexa Henning downplayed the texts after they were publicly revealed for the first time during the committee's hearing in Washington, but did not deny that Johnson had wanted to hand-deliver the slate of fake electors to Pence.
Wisconsin Senate Candidate Sarah Godlewski Slams Ron Johnson On Abortion
Abortion rights will be a key issue in the race, with Democrats hoping anger over the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade will motivate voters to deny Johnson a third term.
Republican Sen. Ron Johnson Will Run For Reelection In Wisconsin
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, one of former President Donald Trump's biggest backers, announced Sunday that he will seek reelection in the battleground state, breaking his promise not to seek a third term.
Wisconsin GOP Leader Says There's 'Zero Chance' Of Taking Over Elections
The comments come after Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson in November told lawmakers that he wanted them to take over elections and tell local officials to ignore the work of the elections commission.
Doctor Blasts Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson's COVID Vaccine Skepticism
Nearly all COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. now are in people who weren't vaccinated, with "breakthrough" infections in fully vaccinated people accounting for fewer than 1,200 of the more than 853,000 COVID-19 hospitalizations in May.
Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson May Offer Insight Into GOP's 2022 Positioning
Rather than moderate his politics to accommodate potentially shifting voter attitudes, Sen. Ron Johnson is focusing even more intently on cultural issues that appeal to his party's overwhelmingly white base
Trump Endorses Wisconsin's Ron Johnson, Encourages Him To Run For 3rd Term
Former President Donald Trump offered his "Total Endorsement" of Wisconsin's Republican Sen. Ron Johnson on Thursday, encouraging him to seek a third term as he mulls whether to run again or retire.
Sen. Ron Johnson Says He Won't Run For Wisconsin Governor In 2022
Numerous Republicans are considering running for governor. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has not yet said whether he will seek a second term.
Wisconsin Sen. Johnson Says Comments About Capitol Breach Were Not Racist
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin denied Monday that he made racist comments last week when he said he wasn't concerned about pro-Donald Trump insurrectionists at the U.S. Capitol in January but would have been worried if they were Black Lives Matters protesters.
Wisconsin Sen. Johnson Downplays Capitol Attack
Wisconsin's Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson downplayed the storming of the U.S. Capitol last month, saying on conservative talk radio Monday that it "didn't seem like an armed insurrection to me."
As Wisconsin's Johnson Considers Third Term, Trump Ties Could Cost Him
After President Donald Trump lost his reelection bid, most Senate Republicans, his Justice Department and the courts dismissed or disputed his baseless claims about a "stolen election." Not Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson.
Wisconsin's Ron Johnson Says He's Yet To Make A Decision On His Political Future
Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said Thursday, a day after the U.S. Capitol was stormed by supporters of President Donald Trump, that he has not made a decision yet on his political future as the vocal Trump backer faces two years in the minority, growing criticism from within his party and mounting calls for him to step aside.
SCOTUS Confirmation May Be Impacted By 3 Senators Testing Positive For COVID
Marielle Mohs looks at how the positive COVID tests of three GOP senators could impact the push to confirm a Supreme Court nomination before Election Day.
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson Tests Positive For COVID-19
Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin has become the third Republican senator in recent days to test positive for COVID-19.
Girls Selling Bracelets To Help Those Struggling After Unrest Have Raised $130,000
Kamryn Johnson and her friends were at the Scheels in Eden Prairie. The girls started selling bracelets back in May to raise money for struggling communities after George Floyd's death.
Sports Community Embraces 9-Year-Old Girl's Bracelet Drive, Raising $20K For Minneapolis Communities
The effort to help those affected by the destructive riots in Minneapolis comes in all shapes and sizes.
Should Gray Wolves Stay Protected By The Federal Government?
They are Minnesota's iconic image of wilderness, as well as a successful restoration story. Now, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service says gray wolves should be removed from the Endangered Species Act.
Wisconsin Sen. Johnson Says NFL Players Should Stand
Players should "spend a little bit of time to acknowledge and stand, to recognize, that symbol of that sacrifice," he said.
Wis. Senator Suggests Brain Tumor Affected McCain's Vote
Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson has suggested fellow Republican Sen. John McCain's brain tumor and the after-midnight timing of the vote were factors in McCain's decisive vote against the GOP health care bill.
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Man found dead in a parking lot in Edina
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November was the second driest on record, according to the data
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19-year-old dies in landslide just outside of Mankato
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November was the second driest on record, according to the data
Data shows that our November was the second driest on record for the Twin Cities.
19-year-old dies in landslide just outside of Mankato
A 19-year-old male died after a landslide in Minneopa State Park Falls.
Prep academy aims to help families of soldiers heading to Middle East
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Motorists viewing northern lights causing traffic problems in Chisago County
People flocking to see the northern lights have been causing issues on the road in Chisago County, according to the county sheriff.
Northern Lights in Minnesota: Dec. 1, 2023
For two nights in a row, the northern lights danced overhead in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, and WCCO viewers sent in their best photos.
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iPhone notification leads authorities to man killed in Wisconsin crash, sheriff says
Authorities in western Wisconsin say an iPhone crash notification led them to a deceased driver late Thursday night.
Former Wisconsin GOP Attorney General Brad Schimel is running for the state Supreme Court
Former Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel is running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court against incumbent Justice Ann Walsh Bradley in 2025.
Western Wisconsin barn fire kills 150+ animals, causes $225K in damage
More than 150 animals were killed in a blaze at a western Wisconsin barn Wednesday morning.
Official who posted "ballot selfie" in Wisconsin has felony charge dismissed
A local Wisconsin official who posted a selfie with his marked ballot on Facebook during the April 2022 election has had a felony charge against him dropped.
Report: Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers used alternate email under name of Hall of Fame pitcher
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers used an alternative state email account using the name of Hall of Fame Milwaukee Braves pitcher Warren Spahn.
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19-year-old dies in landslide just outside of Mankato
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This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
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Get to know the finalists behind Minnesota's new flag designs
Minnesota will soon have a new flag. Meet some of the designers behind the finalists.
Kettle River councilmember claims city administrator changed ordinance just to fine her $6,000
A small Minnesota town is dealing with some big problems. A city councilwoman is threatening to press harassment charges against the city administrator.
Here's the new flag design Minnesotans want, according to a ranked-choice poll
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Reps. Emmer, Finstad & Fischbach vote against expelling Rep. George Santos
Three Minnesota Democrats voted to remove Santos — Reps. Angie Craig, Betty McCollum, and Ilhan Omar — but the fourth Democrat, Rep. Dean Phillips, did not vote in Friday's proceedings.
U.S. appeals court: Trump not immune from civil lawsuits over Jan. 6 attack
A group of congressional Democrats and veteran Capitol Police officers are seeking civil damages for the harms they allege they suffered because of the Capitol riot.
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Report: Inflation impacting Minnesotans more than national average
New numbers from the federal government show the average American needs nearly $11,500 in additional funds just to maintain the same standard of living they enjoyed in 2021.
This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
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When will MSP get renewable aviation fuel, which could cut emissions by 80% or more?
Sustainable aviation fuel is a combination of cooking oil, non-food crops, solid waste and industrial waste gasses from processes like steel making. The beauty is it can be used in existing planes and we can transport it through existing pipelines.
Thousands of syringes containing "vaginal tightening gel" seized at MSP Airport, CBP says
CBP officials say the individually wrapped pink packages have an estimated resale value of more than $19,000.
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Man found dead in a parking lot in Edina
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Who is John Turscak, man accused of stabbing Derek Chauvin 22 times?
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Kettle River councilmember claims city administrator changed ordinance just to fine her $6,000
A small Minnesota town is dealing with some big problems. A city councilwoman is threatening to press harassment charges against the city administrator.
Did the embarrassment of home foreclosure lead to murder?
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Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
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COVID levels rise by 50% in Minnesota compared to pre-Thanksgiving levels
New wastewater data from the University of Minnesota shows an uptick in COVID-19 cases statewide.
A look inside the United States' first-ever certified "Blue Zone" located in Minnesota
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Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand
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Protein bars recalled after hairnet and shrink wrap found in products
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Hennepin Healthcare nurses vote "no confidence" in CEO ahead of 2024 budget decision
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Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
Sever's Holiday Light Show returns to Shakopee
A holiday tradition is once again shining brightly in Shakopee.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.
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Towns scores 28, Gobert has season-high 26 and Timberwolves beat Hornets 123-117
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 28 points, Rudy Gobert had a season-high 26 and grabbed 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves finished strong to beat the Charlotte Hornets 123-117.
As girls high school hockey numbers drop, schools are joining forces
Even though Minnesota is the "State of Hockey," that state is struggling to keep girls interested in skating. As numbers drop, high schools are merging to stay alive.
Airboat rescues Centennial Sports Arena's ice after ammonia leak
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Connor Dewar has 3 goals and an assist to Wild rout Predators 6-1
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Marc-André Fleury's mask featuring Native art raises more than $35,000 at auction
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Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand
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Talking Points: Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand (part 2)
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Talking Points: Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand (part 1)
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This Nordic drive-thru in western Minnesota is a popular spot for lefse
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November was the second driest on record, according to the data
Data shows that our November was the second driest on record for the Twin Cities.
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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.
November was the second driest on record
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks down our November temperatures, looks at how it was an above average month, and what we can expect for December.
NEXT WEATHER: 10 P.M. forecast from December 2nd 2023
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we can expect similar temps on Sunday but with more clouds. We will see a warmup and above average temps next week.
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November was the second driest on record
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks down our November temperatures, looks at how it was an above average month, and what we can expect for December.
NEXT WEATHER: 10 P.M. forecast from December 2nd 2023
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we can expect similar temps on Sunday but with more clouds. We will see a warmup and above average temps next week.
December is here, but where is winter?
Minnesota, the land of 10-000 lakes and sometimes four seasons in a week —but where’s winter? Warmer weather is starting to impact Minnesotans looking to partake in winter activities.
WCCO-TV News Digital Headlines for December 2nd 2023
WCCO-TV anchor Derek James gives the latest updates on news happening in Minnesota.
NEXT WEATHER: 5 P.M. forecast from Nov. 25th 2023
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we can expect similar temps on Sunday that we saw on Saturday. Some parts of Minnesota could see the flakes fly.