DIY St. Patrick's Day Party Guide
Create the perfect St. Patrick's Day party from scratch with these helpful hints!
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Create the perfect St. Patrick's Day party from scratch with these helpful hints!
Looking to make the perfect irish cocktail for St. Patrick's Day? Why not make five instead!
A look at some of the world's best destinations to celebrate a traditional St. Patrick's Day.
Corned beef becomes more of a dining staple as St. Patrick's Day approaches. Foodies who must have corned beef or corned beef hash can try out these local restaurants and gastropubs and compare plates and servings. At times, one might choose to settle for just a corned beef Reuben or sandwich.
The Minneapolis Downtown Council, in collaboration with CrimeStoppers, said Tuesday it's offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in connection with the assault of a St. Patrick's Day Parade participant.
A western Wisconsin man is facing his 11th DWI charge after being arrested on St. Patrick's Day.
It's St. Patrick's Day! And people in the Twin Cities are preparing to celebrate. Metro Transit wants people to celebrate safely. So, they are teaming up with Miller Lite to offer free rides.
St. Paul is celebrating St. Patrick's Day early. LuckyPalooza is back for its second year. Two blocks of West 7th Street have been shut down to make room for tent parties, live music and extreme sports stunts.
Many of us will be roaming the aisles for green attire, clover leaves and lucky charms to wear on March 17, St. Patrick's Day. Believe it or not, Halloween costume stores have some of the best picks in outfits for a St. Patrick's Day celebration. With a bit of luck, one of our accessories might be a pot of gold among the green .
St. Patrick's Day is the time of year when everyone digs out their favorite green outfits from the back of their closets and heads out to celebrate this festive Irish-themed holiday.
St. Patrick's Day, which falls on March 17, is when everybody gets a chance to be Irish. Put a lilt in your day and grab a shillelagh. Take in the big parade. Do Irish step dancing and enjoy the culinary flavors of Ireland. Of course, many signature cocktails made with Irish whiskey will be part of the fare.
Many people watching March Madness games at local bars may use Uber to get home Thursday night. But supporters of the ride-share program say a bill at the Capitol would make working in the Twin Cities impossible. "I love driving Uber," driver Dustin Simko said.
Minnesota State Troopers arrested 94 people for drunken driving on St. Patrick's Day. It was lowest number for the holiday in six years. Year-round DWI arrests across Minnesota are also down – for eight years straight – even though we are one of 12 states that don't allow sobriety checkpoints.
Minneapolis Police are reviewing surveillance video after a large group of teenagers caused a disruption along Nicollet Mall Tuesday evening. In a possibly separate incident downtown, Minneapolis police also responded to a non-life threatening gunshot wound and began searching for a suspect.
More people chose to grab a sober ride this St. Patrick's Day. Tuesday marked the lowest DWI arrests on the holiday in six years, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.
Though we like to celebrate the Patron Saint of Ireland, most Minnesotans originally came from Germany. According to the 2013 American Community Survey, 34.3 percent claim German ancestry, followed by Norwegian (15.1 percent), Irish (10.6 percent), Swedish (8.1 percent), English (5.5 percent) and Polish (4.8 percent).
Here in the Twin Cities, we've got lots of options on St. Patrick's Day. Angela Davis took a look at the parades, festivities and transportation options around the metro.
It's St. Patrick's Day and if you're looking for a place to go, we have a few ideas. There will be two big St. Patrick's Day parades.
Before everyone starts commenting: Yes, I know the kilt is traditionally Scottish. But many sport the plaid garment during the St. Patrick's Day festivities. And many Irish-Americans have adopted the look as their own.
Nearly 127 million people across the country plan to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Tuesday. Those who do celebrate usually wear lots of green and spend lots of green. Because many observe the holiday with adult beverages, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety wanted to remind everyone to make sure they line up a sober ride if they're planning on being out and about.
The City of St. Paul celebrated St. Patrick's Day early on Saturday with an all-day block party along West 7th St. The St. Paul Visitors' Bureau estimated the event that ran from 1a.m. to 11p.m. would rake in up to $250,000 just from sales tax from the participating businesses.
It's another jam-packed episode of WCCO Saturday Morning. It's the weekend before St. Patrick's Day, and Natalie Nyhus and Mike Augustyniak were getting into the spirit of things.
Every Friday, Mike Augustyniak picks up a new cocktail recipe from a local mixologist. This week, he headed over to The Liffey for a couple drinks that will definitely get you in the St. Patrick's Day spirit.
This year's St. Patrick's Day parade is Tuesday, and WCCO's own Jamie Yuccas will be the celebrity grand marshal. Festivities will include floats, bands, walking units, and several new entries. The parade starts at 6:30 p.m. on Nicollet Mall, between 11th Street and 5th Street.
Every year on March 17, everyone's a little Irish -- even if it's painfully obvious we're not. According to your votes, Stillwater's Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter German restaurant serves the best corned beef and cabbage in Minnesota, a typically Irish dish.
The precipitation will spread through the afternoon and evening hours, and the metro could wake up with an inch or two of snow on the ground.
The co-owner and executive chef of Dario in Minneapolis' North Loop recently said in a message that the recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge, combined with a challenging winter season, has caused a nosedive in reservations. They're asking for customers to come back downtown.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices when they pull up to gas stations. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead.
Most people can't avoid paying for prescription drugs, and it's something President Trump is promising to make easier. WCCO looked into recent federal changes to prices.
Children under 18 would no longer be able to use chatbots if a bill at the Minnesota Legislature passes this session. It's one proposal among several targeting artificial intelligence with new regulations.
The precipitation will spread through the afternoon and evening hours, and the metro could wake up with an inch or two of snow on the ground.
The co-owner and executive chef of Dario in Minneapolis' North Loop recently said in a message that the recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge, combined with a challenging winter season, has caused a nosedive in reservations. They're asking for customers to come back downtown.
Children under 18 would no longer be able to use chatbots if a bill at the Minnesota Legislature passes this session. It's one proposal among several targeting artificial intelligence with new regulations.
For the Minnesota Wild, every game matters as the season reaches the final stretch. Niceo Sturm knows it.
The three members of the police department in St. Paul, Minnesota, who shot at a gunman during a shooting spree in 2025 will not be charged in the incident by the Ramsey County Attorney's Office, the agency said on Monday.
Children under 18 would no longer be able to use chatbots if a bill at the Minnesota Legislature passes this session. It's one proposal among several targeting artificial intelligence with new regulations.
Minnesota farmers are facing a number of challenges before spring planting begins.
A police squad car was involved in a crash Monday night in Farmington, Minnesota, seriously injuring a local business owner.
Charges say Sujan Tamang and his codefendant, 21-year-old Dipak Phayal, forced a student into her St. Cloud State University dorm room on Nov. 1, 2024. The two then assaulted her.
Southern Minnesota's Lois Widmark, 104, played a key role in helping the Allies gain victory in World War II.
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.
Minnesota native and World War II veteran Les Schrenk died earlier this week. He was 102 years old.
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.
Children under 18 would no longer be able to use chatbots if a bill at the Minnesota Legislature passes this session. It's one proposal among several targeting artificial intelligence with new regulations.
A bill to honor former House Speaker Melissa Hortman is now on its way to the Minnesota Senate floor for a vote. WCCO's Caroline Cummings explains.
The TSA says it's short-staffed as the partial government shutdown drags on, and travel experts are expecting delays to increase just as spring break season gets underway.
At a time when politics feels polarizing, one issue still gets strong bipartisan support: putting guardrails around artificial intelligence. Caroline Cummings reports on several proposals at the Minnesota State Capitol aiming to do just that.
President Trump told CBS News the U.S. war with Iran is "very complete," and said the U.S. "could do a lot" about the Strait of Hormuz.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices when they pull up to gas stations. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead.
For families already feeling the financial squeeze, medical debt can pile up, even with insurance. But managing, negotiating or forgiving that debt is possible thanks to some nonprofits providing relief.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof.
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.
Two men from Pennsylvania are facing federal charges for the incident. Video captured someone yelling "Allahu Akbar" just as a protester threw an "ignited device" during an anti-Islam demonstration in New York City.
A Twin Cities day care worker who pleaded guilty to malicious punishment of a child was sentenced to 30 days in jail on Friday.
A Hennepin County deputy is accused of domestic assault in an incident that sent a hospital in Maple Grove, Minnesota, into lockdown in February.
Minneapolis police are investigating three shootings that happened in a span of just 20 minutes Thursday night.
Charges say Sujan Tamang and his codefendant, 21-year-old Dipak Phayal, forced a student into her St. Cloud State University dorm room on Nov. 1, 2024. The two then assaulted her.
For families already feeling the financial squeeze, medical debt can pile up, even with insurance. But managing, negotiating or forgiving that debt is possible thanks to some nonprofits providing relief.
One in six struggle to get pregnant or stay pregnant, according to analysis by infertility associations, and many cannot afford treatments due to high out-of-pocket costs.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
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.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota, will soon come under new ownership.
A new art exhibition in Shoreview, Minnesota, is inviting visitors to see art — and maybe themselves — a little differently.
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 Minnesota Vikings have several positions that need attention after last season when the team went 9-8 and was third in the NFC North.
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with free agent cornerback James Pierre, according to NFL Network reporter Cameron Wolfe, in an effort to improve the team's secondary.
Nathan MacKinnon scored his NHL-leading 43rd goal and scored the winning goal in a shootout, lifting the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Sunday in a matchup between two of the NHL's top four teams in points.
Greyson Uelmen had 28 points and George Natsvlishvili made a free throw with 0.1 seconds left as the No. 3 seed North Dakota Fightin' Hawks defeated the second-seeded Saint Thomas Tommies 67-66 in the semifinals of the Summit League Tournament.
Linebacker Eric Wilson and the Minnesota Vikings have reached a three-year, eight-figure contract deal.
Minnesota Democratic Rep. Angie Craig, who is running for U.S. Senate, says she now regrets her vote in favor of the Laken Riley Act last year.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Grace Arnold, Department of Commerce commissioner about what's driving rising insurance premiums and what you should look from in home insurance coverage.
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.
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.
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.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices when they pull up to gas stations. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead.
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.
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.
The precipitation will spread through the afternoon and evening hours, and the metro could wake up with an inch or two of snow on the ground.
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.
There will be a few chances for rain and snow this weekend, as weather systems move quickly through Minnesota.
Tuesday night through Wednesday will feature a mix of rain and snow in parts of Minnesota, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak. A similar mix will move through the state on Thursday.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says a mix of rain and snow could create a messy commute in central Minnesota on Tuesday morning.
There will be a few chances for rain and snow this weekend, as weather systems move quickly through Minnesota.
Tuesday night through Wednesday will feature a mix of rain and snow in parts of Minnesota, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak. A similar mix will move through the state on Thursday.
It's called WHAM and it's Minnesota-made. In essence, the Women's Hockey Association of Minnesota is amateur adult hockey for women. Ninety teams took part in the league championships on Sunday. Mike Max caught up to the league's president — a 63-year-old goalie named Beth Chaplin.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices at the gas station. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead. In tonight's Good Question, Jeff Wagner looks at the ripple effect from rising oil prices.
A Minneapolis restaurant in a neighborhood known for its nightlife is making an urgent plea for support. Jason Rantala reports on Dario's struggles after the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge.