
Minnesota Wild set to play games in Sweden next season
Make sure your passport's in order, Minnesota Wild fans. The team will be heading to Sweden to play two games next season.
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Make sure your passport's in order, Minnesota Wild fans. The team will be heading to Sweden to play two games next season.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Russia's war on Ukraine "precipitated the very thing President Putin wanted to avoid: a stronger, more unified, Transatlantic Alliance."
"Putin believed that the world was so divided and coming out of this pandemic, that we would just let this happen, and he could attack a peaceful neighbor without consequence, but the opposite has happened," Klobuchar said.
For the first time since March, Sweden reported no new deaths from COVID-19. That country's controversial approach to the global pandemic has been under the microscope for months.
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield looks at how Sweden's controversial response to COVID-19 has impacted jobs and safety.
Experts at a local museum estimate the sword to be around 1,500 years old, according to local reports.
In a tweet from the country's official account, Swedish officials announced that the famous meatball recipe was brought to the country 300 years ago by King Charles XII.
Minnesota's Sen. Amy Klobuchar is reacting to the President's comment about Sweden this weekend.
Backpackers guide to Sweden with information on things to do and where to stay, particularly in Stockholm
If you're feeling a little nervous about the Minnesota Vikings' chances against the Arizona Cardinals this evening during Thursday Night Football -- given the number of hits their D line has taken -- maybe what you need is a fresh playlist to help you get amped up.
One Minnesota boy is learning how the power of the written word can bring two strangers together. Eight-year-old Braxton Lautizi has people from around the world who want to be his pen pal, and it all started with a request over social media.
The Minnesota Wild have re-signed defenseman Christian Folin to a two-year contract. The deal was done Saturday with the restricted free agent.
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is playing punctuation police when it comes to the state's road signs — umlauts included.
No American woman had ever won a major championship medal in a long distance cross-country skiing race before Tuesday. Minnesota natives Jessie Diggins and Caitlin Gregg made it two in one day.
There's no doubt that Minnesotans love to embrace their Nordic culture, especially this time of year. Lutefisk is a favorite for the Norwegians, but the Swedish have their holiday dishes as well.
We've long heard that drinking milk can help our bones and overall health. But a new study out Thursday morning says drinking lots of milk could actually be bad for you.
If the first thing you think of when you hear "Swedish chef" is the Muppets character, then maybe you need to start thinking of Paul Berglund. He has a picture of his felt counterpart in the kitchen of the Bachelor Farmer, the red-hot North Loop Minneapolis restaurant. "A liver pate is one of my favorite things," Berglund said.
A Swedish reality TV show that features 10 Americans competing in various cultural events is entering its fourth season and casting officials say something is missing. They want someone from the Fargo area.
As many of us know, Scandinavian culture is engrained in Minnesota culture. Soon, you can hear the sounds of Scandinavia's Vivaldi and other performances – without having to travel outside the country or state.
If you appreciate delicious food paired with locally-distilled spirits, Instagram-worthy waterside views, and stunningly attractive locals, add Stockholm, Denver to your travel bucket list.
If you want to play the game, it pays to learn from the best. In Sweden, the sport of Bandy is about as popular as a game can get.
Gov. Mark Dayton is due to return to Minnesota from a 10-day trade mission to several Scandinavian countries and Germany. Dayton's 35-person delegation of private and public sector officials is getting back Friday.
Gov. Mark Dayton and the members of a Minnesota trade delegation are headed to Sweden for the first stop of a 10-day mission. The 35-person delegation of public and private sector officials was leaving Minnesota on Wednesday afternoon and won't return to the state until June 21.
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is embarking this week on his latest overseas trade trip with stops planned in Germany, Sweden and Norway. Dayton will be gone this Wednesday through Friday of the following week.
Dear hiring managers in Minnesota ... Dennis Granath already has a polished LinkedIn, but I've taken the liberty to morph this blog of mine into in-depth -- and yet truthfully entertaining -- resume for Mr. Granath.
The Minnesota Twins have lost eight of 10 series in May with a lineup that's been limping along lately with a spate of injuries and too many strikeouts.
Volunteers started placing the nearly 190,000 flags that decorate the grounds before the sun came up Sunday.
The staff at Tacos El Kevin in Minneapolis is hoping to raise money to bring Josue Gochez's body back to Mexico, and give money to his family there that he leaves behind -- including a wife and three kids.
José Berríos pitched around a season-high five walks and into the sixth inning for Toronto to beat his old team as the Blue Jays blanked the Minnesota Twins 3-0 for their first series win in four tries.
Two women were stabbed Sunday afternoon near downtown Minneapolis.
Volunteers started placing the nearly 190,000 flags that decorate the grounds before the sun came up Sunday.
The staff at Tacos El Kevin in Minneapolis is hoping to raise money to bring Josue Gochez's body back to Mexico, and give money to his family there that he leaves behind -- including a wife and three kids.
Two women were stabbed Sunday afternoon near downtown Minneapolis.
Police say thieves rammed a car into a northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop early Sunday in order to gain access to the shop and rob it.
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
Central and southeastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, will be under an air quality alert Sunday through Monday due to high levels of ground-level ozone.
The search for a missing Minnesota mother continued Saturday, nearly two months after her disappearance.
The DNR says the victim was staying at the cabin, and she was attacked when she went outside to check on her dog, who she had let out moments earlier.
Officials are investigating after a six-car train derailed Saturday near St. Cloud.
A red flag warning has been issued in northwestern and central Minnesota due to low humidity and high winds.
A man who drove the car that helped pull down the statue of a Civil War hero and abolitionist outside of the Wisconsin state Capitol during a night of protests in 2020 has been sentenced to six months in jail.
A jury trial in a lawsuit seeking $2.4 million in damages from Republicans who attempted to cast Wisconsin's 10 electoral votes for Donald Trump in 2020 even though he lost is scheduled to begin just two months before the 2024 presidential election.
The Wisconsin Legislature's budget-writing committee has rejected Gov. Tony Evers' plan to make permanent nearly 40 revenue agent positions who are meant to enforce the state's tax laws.
Police in Wisconsin say drugs laced with fentanyl that killed one person and caused three more to overdose were purchased at a bar owned by a state lawmaker.
Wisconsin state lawmakers are being warned that not reaching a deal on a massive bill increasing state aid to local governments will only increase the chances that Milwaukee runs out of money, forcing deep cuts to police and fire protection.
The House Democratic leader said he can guarantee the U.S. will not default on its debt.
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
A deal has been reached to raise the nation's debt limit and avoid a potential economic catastrophe, but there are real questions about whether the speaker has the votes to get this deal passed.
Republican lawmakers and the White House reached a deal Saturday evening on raising the nation's debt ceiling.
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
As boaters prepare to fill up, they're finding some good news at the pumps – if they can even get to the pumps yet.
Minnesotans who buy an e-bike could soon get a rebate of up to $1,500 due to a bill passed at the legislature this session.
The captivating beauty of Minnesota's North Shore is set to become even more accessible with the Northern Lights Express. The line goes from the Twin Cities to the Twin Ports, with stops in Minneapolis, Coon Rapids, Cambridge, Hinckley, and Superior, Wisconsin.
Whether it's driving to the cabin or hitting the skies for a faraway destination, Minnesotans are on the move for the holiday weekend. The number of those traveling is moving in an upward direction.
We reflect on other nixed treats after Dairy Queen announces they will discontinue cherry-dipped soft serve ice cream cones.
Two women were stabbed Sunday afternoon near downtown Minneapolis.
Police say thieves rammed a car into a northeast Minneapolis tobacco shop early Sunday in order to gain access to the shop and rob it.
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
Police say two men were injured and hospitalized after a shooting in Uptown Minneapolis late Saturday night.
A Florida man charged with human smuggling related to the deaths last year of four immigrants near the Canadian border has pleaded not guilty to the federal charges.
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
Score graduated high school early, and at 17, moved to Florida with her older sister. At 21, she turned pro. Score spent six years in the sport, earning a top 10 ranking among female professional wakeboarders in the world.
House Speaker Melissa Hortman, of Brooklyn Park, said that Democrats came into the session with seven big issues that they had developed over the previous three election cycles: education, health care, an economy that works for everyone, climate action, reproductive freedom, preventing gun violence and protecting democracy.
Officials in southern Minnesota say a fire at a landfill may cause adverse effects to the health of both residents and the environment.
A firefighter who's spent more than a decade helping others is facing a battle of his own.
In the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, an out of the box lesson plan has turned into something really special.
With the arrival of the Memorial Day weekend and, with it, the unofficial start of the summer season in Minnesota, we thought it best to don our captain's hat and set sail.
The 44th season of Survivor came to a close Wednesday night and one of the three finalists is from Minnesota.
Two months prior to her death, Tina Turner opened up about putting herself "in great danger" by not taking action for her kidney health sooner.
Minnesotans made up four of the six contestants on "Wheel of Fortune."
The Minnesota Twins have lost eight of 10 series in May with a lineup that's been limping along lately with a spate of injuries and too many strikeouts.
José Berríos pitched around a season-high five walks and into the sixth inning for Toronto to beat his old team as the Blue Jays blanked the Minnesota Twins 3-0 for their first series win in four tries.
The Kentucky Derby horses were euthanized after suffering serious injuries in races on Friday and Saturday.
Minnesota Aurora FC shut out a second straight opponent and continued their scoring frenzy with a 4-0 win over Chicago Dutch Lions Saturday.
Minnesota United didn't find the net, but an own-goal by Real Salt Lake's Justen Glad was the final score in a 1-1 draw.
The attorney general and his book are already being sought out by other prosecutors handling police abuse cases.
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020.
Floyd's death under the knee of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin not only changed our community but it changed the nation.
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. Murphy asked Local civil rights attorney and activist Nekima Levy Armstrong if she's seen change and asked what still needs to be done. Murphy also checked in with Floyd's long-time girlfriend Courteney Ross.
On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Esme Murphy spoke with key players to reflect on what has and has not changed since May 25, 2020. George Floyd's brother, Philonise Floyd, testified and sat through every hearing vowing justice for his family.
Imagine spending the night in a turn-of-the-century lumber baron's mansion. Well, now you can do exactly that.
"Chisholm is kind of one of those amazing places that believes in itself no matter what. And they never say die," said Carol Borich.
Minnesota has plenty of wacky water towers. But there's one in Minneapolis that's all about architecture and art.
In the late 1950s, there were no bigger names in music than Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens. So when the teen idols announced they were coming to Montevideo as part of their Winter Dance tour, locals were gearing up.
If you've never heard of the town of Willernie, you're not alone, even though it's located in the middle of Washington County. But between famous gangsters and a famous amusement park, Willernie has quite the history.
You may have seen videos on TikTok or heard celebrities talking about Ozempic or Wegovy. They're medications used to treat diabetes. And now, for a lot of users, to lose weight.
As the country navigates the end of a pandemic, the U.S. surgeon general said Americans are suffering from an epidemic: Loneliness.
AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend, which is a very specific number.
The pandemic changed just about everything in our lives, including traffic. Marie from Little Canada wanted to know, "when is the actual rush hour these days?" Good Question.
Jeff Wagner gets his hands dirty for this one.
Many WCCO viewers across the state Saturday took part in the unofficial start to Minnesota summer -- the fishing opener.
Joe Kapp, the quarterback who led the Minnesota Vikings to their first Super Bowl appearance, has reportedly died. Kapp played three seasons with the Vikings, amassing a 23-12-3 record. He captained the Vikings to Super Bowl IV, which they lost 23-7 to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Crowds gathered both to support and protest against former President Donald Trump as he was expected to surrender to authorities in appear in court in Lower Manhattan for the first time to face criminal charges, a historic first .
The first home game of the Twins season is almost here. For the 2023 season, the Twins have eight local vendors serving food at Target Field this year as part of their Minnesota Made program.
Many WCCO viewers shared stunning photos of Thursday night's Northern Lights, which could be seen practically across the entire state of Minnesota.
The remainder of the long Memorial Day weekend looks warm and dry, and the rest of the week is going to be even hotter.
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.
Sunday looks warm and mostly sunny, and it's going to get hotter this week.
Memorial Day will feature more above-average heat and more sunshine.
Central and southeastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, will be under an air quality alert Sunday through Monday due to high levels of ground-level ozone.
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Memorial Day will feature temps in the high 80s, with pop-up storms in parts of Minnesota.
A celebrated downtown Minneapolis restaurant will soon reopen after an electrical fire closed it down nearly two months ago.
Final preparations are coming together Sunday for Memorial Day ceremonies all across the region. But there may be none more impactful than the commemorations at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Public safety leaders at the Univesity of Minnesota are asking for your help to find a missing woman.