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Aaron Hicks hit three home runs and the Minnesota Twins beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-6 victory on Thursday.
The first day of March has many thinking spring thoughts, so let's start with a question from Daniel about spring training: Why do the Twins train in Ft. Myers?
Minnesota's Josh Willingham opened the Grapefruit League season with two hits, including a two-run homer, though the Baltimore Orioles rallied late for a 5-3 win on Saturday.
Unlike the NFL or the NBA, No. 1 draft choices in Major League Baseball often spend years in the minors before getting a shot at the majors.
The Minnesota Twins employ a field of dreams coaching staff.
Vance Worley managed to become a fan favorite in Philadelphia despite pitching on a staff that included Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee and Cole Hamels.
For a long stretch in Fort Meyers, the big question was: "Will the Twins ever beat the Yankees in the playoffs?" From six divisional titles in nine years to back-to-back last-place finishes – what has happened to the Twins?
Between the Vikings and the Wild, Minnesota sports fans have had their fill of drama and celebration this weekend.
The Minnesota Twins have announced its 2013 Spring Training schedule, which features 19 home games at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Fla.
The Minnesota Twins will have a fancier home for spring training and their minor league operations.
Reid Brignac went 2 for 2 with an RBI double in the Tampa Bay Rays' 6-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday.
Right-hander Jason Marquis has returned to the Minnesota Twins after a two-week leave to tend to his seriously injured young daughter.
Daniel Bard made his final case for a rotation spot, allowing three runs and four hits in six innings Friday as the Boston Red Sox beat a Minnesota Twins' split squad 9-7.
James McDonald allowed 10 runs, seven hits and seven walks in just 3 2-3 innings as the Pittsburgh Pirates lost to the Minnesota Twins 11-6 Thursday.
Designated hitter is working out just fine for Justin Morneau.
The Minnesota Twins scored four runs off Japanese left-hander Tsuyoshi Wada and held the Baltimore Orioles hitless until the eighth inning in a 5-0 exhibition victory Tuesday.
Francisco Liriano gave up four hits over five shutout innings in the Minnesota Twins' 6-4 loss to a New York Yankees split squad on Friday.
Carl Pavano struggled as the Baltimore Orioles had finished with 14 hits in an 11-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday.
Luke Hughes hit a three-run homer, and Liam Hendriks allowed two runs and four hits over four innings Wednesday as the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 7-3.
Roy Halladay was yanked in the third inning after getting rocked in the Minnesota Twins' 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.
Nick Blackburn pitched three scoreless innings and the Minnesota Twins hit three home runs Sunday to beat a New York Yankees split squad 5-1.
Danny Valencia hit a three-run homer among his two hits Saturday as the Minnesota Twins broke out of a hitting funk and beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2.
Adam Wainwright couldn't help but flash a big grin. He had plenty of reason to be happy.
Francisco Liriano struck out five of the nine batters he faced in the Minnesota Twins' 1-0 loss to a Tampa Bay Rays split squad on Thursday.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will tackle over 200 road construction projects this year, with some already underway.
The data shows agents arrested about 3,800 people between Dec. 1, 2025, and March 10.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
The Moorhead Police Department says Colton Long Jr. was last seen on Feb. 23 wearing a black coat, blue sweatshirt and dark blue jeans.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will tackle over 200 road construction projects this year, with some already underway.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
According to spokesperson Sgt. Garrett Parten, officers have found tablet devices in some stolen vehicles that can be used in conjunction with a generic key fob to get a car started.
Kenneth Johnson was working with two students on March 13 when he came across a crash near 25th Street and Portland Avenue.
Get your taste buds ready for another season of Twins baseball. The home opener is Friday, but on Tuesday, the team revealed its new foods.
The Moorhead Police Department says Colton Long Jr. was last seen on Feb. 23 wearing a black coat, blue sweatshirt and dark blue jeans.
Authorities are investigating after a man and a child were found dead of gunshot wounds inside a northwestern Minnesota residence Monday afternoon.
Around 2,000 acres at Camp Ripley in north-central Minnesota have burned due to a wildfire that broke out in the area on Sunday, officials with the military training center said.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
A fast-moving wildfire — fueled by wind gusts reaching nearly 60 mph — tore through dry grass Saturday afternoon in southwestern Minnesota, spreading rapidly and threatening dozens of homes before crews could get it under control.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
A Wisconsin legislator has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct in connection with a bitter feud with her caucus over resolutions honoring Hispanics.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
The data shows agents arrested about 3,800 people between Dec. 1, 2025, and March 10.
The federal government says they were after the "worst of the worst," but less than a quarter of the people arrested during the Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota were convicted criminals.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
The cost of gas continues to rise as the war in Iran continues. In Minnesota, the average is now $3.42 a gallon. The national average passed four bucks for the first time since 2022. Are those high prices driving up the budgets of our public services? Frankie McLister found out.
Many businesses are still feeling the impact of Operation Metro Surge, even though it began winding down six weeks ago.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
With the national average for gas prices around $4, the timing is especially concerning for the floral industry amid the height of Easter and Passover preparations.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Minnesota lawmakers and grocery store workers are joining forces to push for legislation to tackle surveillance pricing.
According to spokesperson Sgt. Garrett Parten, officers have found tablet devices in some stolen vehicles that can be used in conjunction with a generic key fob to get a car started.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Minnesota GOP State Rep. Elliott Engen said he was "sober cabbing" Rep. Walter Hudson and another passenger when he was arrested on suspicion of driving while impaired last week, according to a White Bear Lake police report.
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
A 36-year-old "No Kings" counterprotester has been accused of filming a demonstrator's child before punching the child's father in Bloomington, Minnesota, on Saturday, according to court records.
Ramsey County, Minnesota, health officials say the county had its first case of mumps reported in about five years.
The Supreme Court's 8-1 ruling siding with a Colorado counselor who claimed the state's restriction unconstitutionally censored her conversations with young patients does not immediately strike down Minnesota' law.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
Sacramento-based Sutter Health announced plans to acquire Minneapolis-based Allina Health, promising a $2 billion investment in Minnesota and Wisconsin, but healthcare unions say workers weren't consulted.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Minnesota singer has made the big time, signing his first record deal after 43 years in the music business.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Three of the most iconic '90s music groups are joining forces at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
Get your taste buds ready for another season of Twins baseball. The home opener is Friday, but on Tuesday, the team revealed its new foods.
For many, the Minnesota Vikings' signing of Kyler Murray signaled a premature end to the team's quarterback competition. But head coach Kevin O'Connell isn't ready to publicly crown anyone yet.
The Minnesota Twins will take on the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday for their 2026 home opener, with a new manager and plenty of accompanying fanfare.
Minnesota star guard Anthony Edwards scored 17 points playing 23 minutes in the Timberwolves' 124-94 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night coming off the bench, though that wasn't the original plan.
Dallas native Julius Randle scored 24 points and Anthony Edwards had 17 points playing 23 minutes off the bench in his return following a six-game injury absence as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Dallas Mavericks 124-94 on Monday night.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
With the DFL nominating convention just eight weeks away, polls that have come out show Peggy Flanagan in the lead for U.S. Senate over Angie Craig.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Young mothers working as Minnesota state senators are trying to change a system that was never designed to include them, saying their workplace is not allowing them time and space to breastfeed their infants.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
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.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
Minnesota lakes remain frozen. The people walking on trails around them remain bundled up. After a warm start to March, the seasonal shift is sputtering as it often tends to do.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be quiet by day with a mostly cloudy sky and highs near 45.
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.
After a couple of abnormally warm days in the Twin Cities, Tuesday will be noticeably cooler, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Wednesday will be quiet by day with a mostly cloudy sky and highs near 45, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
After a couple of abnormally warm days in the Twin Cities, Tuesday will be noticeably cooler, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
The federal government says they were after the "worst of the worst," but less than a quarter of the people arrested during the Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota were convicted criminals.
Even though the majority of federal ICE and Border Patrol agents have left Minnesota, the fears of many in local immigrant communities remain. Many families are in hiding, afraid to go to work or the grocery store, worried they could be arrested and possibly deported. Photojournalist John Blake shows how the North Minneapolis Pet Resource Center has grown and evolved to meet the needs of families and their pets.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be quiet by day with a mostly cloudy sky and highs near 45.
Get your taste buds ready for another season of Twins baseball. The home opener is Friday. Today, the team revealed some new foods. Marielle Mohs digs in.
A bus route rescue you'll see only on WCCO. A driver stops in the street, grabs a fire extinguisher and heads towards a burning car. Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and Jeff Wagner show us how that emergency turned into a teachable moment.