77-page Uvalde report blames shooter, his family, law enforcement
[WARNING: Disturbing video] Families who lost loved ones in the Uvalde school massacre met Sunday with members of the Texas House Committee investigating the incident.
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Officer missed opportunity to shoot Uvalde gunman while waiting for permission, report says
The report also found that some of the 21 victims, which included 19 children, likely "could have been saved" had they received medical attention sooner.
Death toll rises to 53 after bodies of migrants found in Texas tractor-trailer
More than a dozen others were taken to local hospitals with heat-related injuries.
FBI: Man Who Held Hostages Was Not Focused On Jewish Community
A man took hostages Saturday during services at a Texas synagogue where he could be heard ranting in a livestream and demanding the release of a Pakistani neuroscientist who was convicted of trying to kill U.S. Army officers in Afghanistan.
Texas Officials Support Pardoning George Floyd For 2004 Drug Arrest
Top leaders in the Texas county where George Floyd grew up supported a resolution Tuesday calling for him to be posthumously pardoned for a 2004 drug arrest by a former Houston police officer now facing murder charges in a separate case.
Texas Prosecutor Asks For Posthumous Pardon For George Floyd In Drug Conviction
The May 2020 killing of Floyd, who was Black, by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, prompted worldwide protests against racial injustice.
Miss Minnesota Among The Visitors Stuck In Frozen Texas
Miss Minnesota Grace Dietz didn't know a winter blast would overpower Texas, leaving her stranded following a pageant.
Minnesota Gas Prices On The Rise Due To Southern Deep Freeze
The record-breaking cold down south is the reason you're paying more at the pump up north.
Minn. Officials Say Blame Planning, Not Green Energy, For Texas' Power Catastrophe
Some conservatives are blaming the environmental movement, insisting that frozen wind turbines show the limits of alternative energy sources. Minnesota energy leaders are debunking those claims, saying the problems in Texas are a failure of planning, not energy sources.
Minnesota Couple's Texas Getaway Turns Into Scramble To Find Food As Ice Dominates State
A Twin Cities couple says the cold and snow has virtually frozen Texas to a halt, and has them scrambling for food.
Hagedorn, Stauber, Emmer Among 100+ Republicans Supporting Texas-Led Election Lawsuit To Overturn Biden's Win
Republican U.S. Reps. Tom Emmer, Pete Stauber and Jim Hagedorn of Minnesota have signed on to a last-gasp bid to get the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the presidential election.
'There Are People Rising Up That Will Never Sit Down': George Floyd Laid To Rest In Houston
The 46-year-old died two weeks ago while in police custody in Minneapolis. Now, he's being honored in his hometown.
Man Wanted In Texas Murder Arrested In Central Minnesota
The Isanti County Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Michael Hosch was found at a home in Cambridge. He was arrested without incident.
Red Cross Volunteers Travel To Texas In Wake Of Tropical Storm
Red Cross volunteers from the Minnesota region are in Texas after Tropical Storm Imelda devastated parts of the state with historic flooding.
Texas Hospital Treating 14 Shooting Victims, 2019's Mass Killings Reach 25
Police say there are "multiple gunshot victims" in West Texas after reports of two suspects opening fire in the area of Midland and Odessa. Police in Odessa, say one or possibly two suspects hijacked U.S. Postal Service the postal vehicle and was firing at random, hitting multiple people.
Polanco, Twins Top Rangers 6-3 For 1st 4-Game Sweep Of Texas
Jorge Polanco cleared the bases with a tiebreaking triple in the eighth inning, helping the Minnesota Twins to their first-ever four-game sweep of Texas with a 6-3 victory over the Rangers on Sunday. Polanco's two-out liner to the gap in right-center field off Emmanuel Clase (0-2) followed the hard-throwing rookie getting a strikeout and groundout after putting runners at second and third with no outs.
Deadliest Shooting Of The Year Leaves 20 Dead In El Paso, Texas
The deadliest mass shooting so far this year happened today in El Paso, Texas. Twenty people were killed when a 21-year-old man opened fire inside a Walmart next to the Cielo Vista Mall.
Texas Facility Resumes Intake Of Migrants After Flu Outbreak
A facility for migrants in McAllen, Texas, has resumed normal operations Wednesday, less than 24 hours after the facility suspended intake operations after 32 people testified positive for the flu.
Texas High School's New Dress Code Takes Aim At Parents
A Houston high school in Texas had adopted a new dress code that targets parents rather than students.
Minneapolis Man Goes Missing Attending Austin City Limits
Family and friends are searching for a Minneapolis man who went missing in Austin, Texas over the weekend.
Border Patrol Agent Suspected Of Killing 4 Prostitutes
Authorities say a U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent in Texas has been arrested on suspicion of having killed four women and abducted a fifth.
Texas Cop Who Killed Neighbor Says He Ignored Verbal Commands
The case against a white Dallas police officer who shot and killed a black neighbor will be presented to a grand jury, which could decide on more serious charges than manslaughter, the district attorney said Monday as an affidavit provided a fuller description of the officer's account.
Texas Cop Faces Manslaughter Charge In Black Neighbor's Death, Will Go To Grand Jury
The case against a white Dallas police officer who shot and killed a black neighbor in the neighbor's home will be presented to a grand jury, which could decide on more serious charges than manslaughter, the district attorney overseeing the case said Monday.
Victim's Family Calls Former Texas Cop's Sentence Too Short
A Texas jury gave a white former police officer too lenient of a punishment when sentencing him to 15 years for the shooting death of an unarmed black teenager who was in a car leaving a house party, the victim's family members said.
Police: Suspects Run Over Woman With Car During Fight To Steal $75,000
the woman had just withdrawn $75,000 from the bank for their local check cashing business when she was ambushed by a thief who tried to rip her purse away.
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3 charged with aiding an offender in MOA shooting; suspects still at large
Three people have been charged with aiding an offender for their alleged roles in helping the suspects in a shooting at the Mall of America last week evade arrest.
Salvation Army unveils renovated adult rehab center in Minneapolis
The new 142-bed layout has a dignity-based design. Clients work their way to their own private rooms. There's a brand-new kitchen, dining area, huge rec room. And the military-style group bathrooms are a thing of the past.
Minneapolis police investigate fatal shooting after gun tossed onto WCCO-TV rooftop
This is the 56th homicide of the year in Minneapolis, and the second that occurred in the city on Sunday.
11 teenagers arrested in Twin Cities stolen vehicle pursuits this weekend
Stolen vehicles and police pursuits led to the arrest of 11 teenagers across the Twin Cities metro this weekend. Their ages range from 12 to 17.
Group homes in Twin Cities offering hiring incentives amid staffing shortages
Staffing concerns at group homes across the state have some companies offering a variety of different incentives to fill the void.
Boil water advisory in effect for parts of St. Paul, Maplewood
St. Paul city officials say the advisory is "standard precaution" following a power failure that occurred at the Beebe Road pump station just after noon Monday.
Boater's body recovered from St. Croix River near Stillwater
The body of a 43-year-old White Bear Lake man was recovered Monday from the St. Croix River north of Stillwater.
Olivia Newton-John, "Grease" star and Grammy-winning singer, dies at 73
Newton-John burst onto the Hollywood scene with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta's Danny in the 1978 blockbuster, "Grease."
7 boys, ages 12-15, arrested after police chase in Lake Elmo
Woodbury police say they arrested seven boys ranging from 12 to 15 years old after a chase on Saturday afternoon.
Gov. Tim Walz votes early, defends Minnesota's election integrity
Walz, accompanied by his wife, Gwen, and his daughter, Hope, went to the Ramsey County elections office to fill out his ballot and feed it into the tabulator.
Central Minn. school district policy proposal would ban teaching "divisive concepts"
A central Minnesota school district is clashing with the teachers union and LGBTQ allies over a proposed policy that opponents say would undermine equity and inclusion.
Tuesday is primary day in Minnesota
Are you ready to have your voice be heard? Primary election day is Tuesday in Minnesota.
Gabby Petito's family files $50 million wrongful death suit against Utah police
The 22-year-old was killed by her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, during a cross-country trip last year.
2 firearm incidents in 24 hours part of rising trend, Columbia Heights police say
The suspects in both cases were legally prohibited from possessing firearms, police said. Both incidents are being investigated.
Cedric Alexander sworn in as Minneapolis' 1st community safety commissioner
At his swearing in, Alexander said Minneapolis can be one of the safest cities in the country as long as all of the departments work together.
Next Weather: Dry, seasonable week ahead
Minnesota has a fairly quiet week ahead in terms of weather.
Weekend rain provides much-needed moisture during summer drought
The rain wasn't ideal for our weekend plans, but it provided some much-needed relief for our parched lawns and dry farm fields.
5 Ukrainian soldiers receive prosthetic limbs in Minneapolis
"I feel motivated and more complete having this new leg. I can do things like normal people and do the things that I can do before I had this trauma," said soldier Maksim Shevchenko.
Ahead of primary, Hennepin County elections manager debunks claims of widespread voter fraud
The Minnesota primary is Tuesday and local election officials are working hard to make sure the vote goes smoothly.
Elite tree climbers compete in St. Paul
You might have climbed a tree as a child, but tree climbing is a bonafide sport, and some of the best converged Sunday in St. Paul to show off their heart-stopping skills.
Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
Deputies fatally shoot man with knife who was "having mental health challenges" in Otsego
Wright County deputies fatally shot a man in Otsego early Sunday, according to the sheriff's office.
Teen killed, 75-year-old man gravely injured in head-on crash in central Minnesota
A teenager was killed and a 75-year-old man was gravely injured in a head-on crash in Crow Wing County Saturday morning.
Motorcyclist dies after hitting boat on trailer in Nisswa
A motorcyclist is dead after a collision with a boat on a trailer in Nisswa Saturday evening.
Sheriff says alcohol likely a factor in Kandiyohi County ATV crash that injured 3
The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office said alcohol was likely a factor in an ATV crash that injured three people Saturday night.
GOP seeking power over elections in Wisconsin, Minnesota
Wisconsin's secretary of state has no role in elections, but that could change if Republicans are able to flip the seat this year and pass a law that would empower the office with far more responsibilities.
Average gas price in Minnesota falls below $4 a gallon
It's $3.99 a gallon as of Sunday morning.
Inside Minnesota's first Black-owned bridal boutique
A new bridal shop in Minnesota is making dreams come true in several important ways.
Next Weather: Wet and stormy Sunday night, sunny Monday
Central and southern Minnesota who see more showers and storms Sunday through early Monday morning.
Man fatally shot near 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis
Minneapolis police say a man was shot to death near East 38th Street and Chicago Avenue early Sunday morning.
Gun violence persists in north Minneapolis as advocates push back
While the auditorium at Shiloh Temple in north Minneapolis is a common place for messages to be shared, the roughly 150 people there Saturday evening got a different kind of sermon – centered on preventing community violence.
Police arrest 4 juveniles after chase ends in crash on I-35E
Four teenagers were arrested after a police chase ended in a crash on northbound I-35E near Little Canada Road late Saturday afternoon.
Lightning sparks multiple fires across Twin Cities metro
Saturday morning storms brought heavy rain and lightning to many regions of the state.
Officials believe Burnsville apartment fire that displaced 50 units was started intentionally
The building has five stories and does not have a fire sprinkler system, officials say. Roughly 50 units were displaced because of the fire.
St. Paul man charged with lottery fraud for allegedly redeeming stolen tickets
A St. Paul man faces charges for allegedly redeeming lottery tickets that he stole from a liquor store in Inver Grove Heights.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after weeklong rebound infection
But the president "will continue his strict isolation measures pending a second negative test," White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor said.
Charges: Man drove twice the speed limit before crashing into car in Plymouth
Charges say a 44-year-old man was driving at twice the speed limit in the moments before he hit another car in Plymouth, severely injuring a woman who later died from her injuries.
Lightning strike believed to have caused natural gas fire in St. Paul
A natural gas fire in St. Paul that officials believe was caused by a lightning strike was extinguished just before noon on Saturday.
Three charged in Brooklyn Center street racing incident
Three people face charges stemming from a late-April street racing incident in Brooklyn Center, following a recent crackdown by the State Patrol and Minneapolis Police Department.
Next Weather: Multiple rounds of rain this weekend
A few rounds of rain will move through Minnesota over the weekend.
Crews clear south Minneapolis encampment days after man was found shot in tent
A homeless encampment in south Minneapolis was cleared Friday after a man was found fatally shot there days earlier.
North Dakota clinic ramps up move across river to Minnesota
The owner of a North Dakota abortion clinic that faces closure this month was directing traffic and deliveries Friday at its planned new location a few miles away in Minnesota.
Jays' miscues lead to Nick Gordon run in 10th, Twins win 6-5
Nick Gordon hit a three-run homer and scored in the 10th inning for Minnesota after a pair of miscues by Toronto catcher Danny Jansen, giving the Twins a 6-5 win over the Blue Jays on Friday night.
Minnehaha Falls completely dry as drought continues, but help is on the way
One of Minnesota's most recognizable landmarks is now unrecognizable, as drought conditions have dried the water from Minnehaha Falls.
Man charged with stabbing tubers in Wisconsin says he's hired one of Kyle Rittenhouse's attorneys
The Minnesota man accused of killing a teenager in Wisconsin returned to court Friday, where he told the judge that he'd hired an attorney who defended Kyle Rittenhouse.
St. Paul officer saves 4 young girls from burning home
The veteran officer said that experience told him he needed to act.
Security boosted at Mall of America following shooting in Nike store
After a gunman fired inside a crowded Nike store at the Mall of America on Thursday, work is underway to prevent another shooting inside the massive shopping complex.
Next Weather Investigates: Paving the road to a greener future
A stretch of road near Interstate 94 in Monticello is a test lab of sorts. The goal is to find a durable road paving material with a lower carbon footprint.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, challenger Don Samuels prepare for final primary election push
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and her most prominent primary challenger Don Samuels both say they are feeling confident about their campaigns in the final days before Tuesday's election, where they two will square off to be the DFL candidate in a deep blue district.
This is what it takes to grow a giant pumpkin that'll compete in the state fair
One giant pumpkin is on its way to compete in the Minnesota State Fair
Minneapolis police seek help identifying 2 individuals in connection to murder investigation
Investigators in Minneapolis are asking the public's help identifying two people in connection to the murder of a 22-year-old man last month.
Alex Jones must pay $45.2 million in punitive damages, jury decides
The far-right broadcaster and conspiracy theorist had called the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting "a hoax."
Woman killed, man hurt in rollover crash in Mendota Heights
The Minnesota State Patrol says troopers are investigating a fatal crash Friday in Mendota Heights.
Jury rules Minnesota pharmacist did not discriminate against woman when he denied her morning-after pill
A jury in Aitkin County found that a pharmacist did not discriminate against a woman when he refused her request in 2019 to fill a prescription for emergency contraception, citing his beliefs.
Charges: Woman was drunk when she crashed into car in Champlin, killing one
A Maple Grove woman has been charged with criminal vehicular homicide after allegedly driving drunk and crashing into another car, killing a man from Anoka.
5 bicyclists struck by car near Mapleton
There were eight bicyclists in the group -- one adult and seven youths -- and the injuries suffered by the five struck ranged from minor to serious, the sheriff's office said.
Wastewater data shows COVID-19 viral load decreasing in Twin Cities
Wastewater data from the Twin Cities area indicates that COVID-19 viral loads decreased in the last week.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 46 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
Woody Harrelson pens poem for baby girl who looks like him
Not only did the Oscar-nominated actor respond, he wrote the little girl a poem.
Minnesota's first case of West Nile virus in 2022 reported in Kandiyohi County horse
State officials have confirmed the first case of West Nile virus in Minnesota this year in an unvaccinated horse.
Prosecutor wants to intervene in Doe v. MN case
A Minnesota prosecutor wants the state Court of Appeals to reconsider a judge's ruling that many state abortion restrictions are unconstitutional.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
Monkeypox very serious, but no reason for widespread alarm, top doctor says
Dr. Ashish Jha told "CBS Mornings" that declaring a public health emergency for the monkeypox outbreak will speed up vaccinations and help health officials obtain data to stop the spread of the disease.
Man injured in overnight shooting in Minneapolis
A man in his 30s was injured in a shooting overnight in Minneapolis.
NASCAR's Kyle Busch, family escape Mall of America shooting
Bloomington police, which said no one appeared to be injured, was still searching for a suspect after securing the scene.
Milwaukee to host 2024 Republican National Convention
Milwaukee, in swing state Wisconsin, was the odds-on favorite to get the event given Nashville's refusal to adopt an agreement for hosting the convention.
DNR investigates oil contamination in northern Wisconsin
DNR officials said Enbridge Inc. reported Wednesday that a contractor had encountered soil suspected to be contaminated along the company's Line 5 pipeline south of Ashland about a mile west of the reservation.
Fiery crash near Los Angeles kills at least 5, including baby
A Mercedes-Benz sedan caused a crash involving as many as six cars near a gas station 10 miles southwest of downtown LA.
Democrats could strip Iowa of opening spot in 2024 campaign
This may be moot if Biden opts to seek a second term. In that case, the party likely will have little appetite to build out a robust primary schedule.
3 killed in Kandiyohi County crash
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, two of the people in the SUV -- which collided with a semi truck in an intersection -- were unbelted at the time of the crash.
Hiring surged in July, with employers adding 528,000 jobs
Job growth last month blows past analyst forecasts, as the U.S. jobless rate fell to the lowest since February 2020.
Minnesota revenue dept. reminds parents to claim back-to-school supplies
Buying school supplies like pens, notebooks, or even computer hardware, could save you money on your tax bill or qualify you for a larger refund.
Mall of America reopens following Thursday's shooting
Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges says it was a fight inside the Mall of America's Nike store that led to the mall's second shooting in less than eight months.
Russia "ready to discuss" prisoner swap now that Brittney Griner sentenced
The White House has urged Russia to accept its offer of a deal for the release of Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan
Semi stops stolen car in police chase, 4 teens arrested
Four teenage boys are in custody after a police chase in Minneapolis involving a stolen car ended with the help of a semi.
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Salvation Army unveils renovated adult rehab center in Minneapolis
The new 142-bed layout has a dignity-based design. Clients work their way to their own private rooms. There's a brand-new kitchen, dining area, huge rec room. And the military-style group bathrooms are a thing of the past.
11 teenagers arrested in Twin Cities stolen vehicle pursuits this weekend
Stolen vehicles and police pursuits led to the arrest of 11 teenagers across the Twin Cities metro this weekend. Their ages range from 12 to 17.
Group homes in Twin Cities offering hiring incentives amid staffing shortages
Staffing concerns at group homes across the state have some companies offering a variety of different incentives to fill the void.
Boil water advisory in effect for parts of St. Paul, Maplewood
St. Paul city officials say the advisory is "standard precaution" following a power failure that occurred at the Beebe Road pump station just after noon Monday.
Boater's body recovered from St. Croix River near Stillwater
The body of a 43-year-old White Bear Lake man was recovered Monday from the St. Croix River north of Stillwater.
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Central Minn. school district policy proposal would ban teaching "divisive concepts"
A central Minnesota school district is clashing with the teachers union and LGBTQ allies over a proposed policy that opponents say would undermine equity and inclusion.
Tuesday is primary day in Minnesota
Are you ready to have your voice be heard? Primary election day is Tuesday in Minnesota.
Next Weather: Dry, seasonable week ahead
Minnesota has a fairly quiet week ahead in terms of weather.
Weekend rain provides much-needed moisture during summer drought
The rain wasn't ideal for our weekend plans, but it provided some much-needed relief for our parched lawns and dry farm fields.
Teen killed, 75-year-old man gravely injured in head-on crash in central Minnesota
A teenager was killed and a 75-year-old man was gravely injured in a head-on crash in Crow Wing County Saturday morning.
Wisconsin News
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GOP seeking power over elections in Wisconsin, Minnesota
Wisconsin's secretary of state has no role in elections, but that could change if Republicans are able to flip the seat this year and pass a law that would empower the office with far more responsibilities.
Man charged with stabbing tubers in Wisconsin says he's hired one of Kyle Rittenhouse's attorneys
The Minnesota man accused of killing a teenager in Wisconsin returned to court Friday, where he told the judge that he'd hired an attorney who defended Kyle Rittenhouse.
Milwaukee to host 2024 Republican National Convention
Milwaukee, in swing state Wisconsin, was the odds-on favorite to get the event given Nashville's refusal to adopt an agreement for hosting the convention.
DNR investigates oil contamination in northern Wisconsin
DNR officials said Enbridge Inc. reported Wednesday that a contractor had encountered soil suspected to be contaminated along the company's Line 5 pipeline south of Ashland about a mile west of the reservation.
Michels goes after Kleefisch in Wisconsin governor's race
Days after saying that running negative ads is "just bad policy" and that politicians who do it are "losing," a Wisconsin Republican candidate for governor has launched his first attack ad.
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What you need to know about Tuesday's primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin
Voters in Wisconsin and Minnesota will go to the polls tomorrow.
Gov. Tim Walz votes early, defends Minnesota's election integrity
Walz, accompanied by his wife, Gwen, and his daughter, Hope, went to the Ramsey County elections office to fill out his ballot and feed it into the tabulator.
Tuesday is primary day in Minnesota
Are you ready to have your voice be heard? Primary election day is Tuesday in Minnesota.
Talking Points: Debunking claims of widespread voter fraud
The Minnesota primary is just two days away, and local election officials are working hard to make sure the vote goes smoothly. But polls show many Americans still have doubts about the election process.
Ahead of primary, Hennepin County elections manager debunks claims of widespread voter fraud
The Minnesota primary is Tuesday and local election officials are working hard to make sure the vote goes smoothly.
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Average gas price in Minnesota falls below $4 a gallon
It's $3.99 a gallon as of Sunday morning.
Minnesota revenue dept. reminds parents to claim back-to-school supplies
Buying school supplies like pens, notebooks, or even computer hardware, could save you money on your tax bill or qualify you for a larger refund.
Gas prices seeing a downward trend in Minnesota
Slowly but surely, some Minnesotans are starting to find gas under $4 a gallon.
MN State Fair's 46 new beverages include Fair Mullet, Olive Lager and more
The Minnesota State Fair announced Wednesday the addition of 46 new beverages premiering on the drink lineup this summer.
Who is determining gambling odds?
When it comes to predicting how well the Minnesota Vikings will perform this season, the oddsmakers in the gambling world have them as nothing more than average.
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11 teenagers arrested in Twin Cities stolen vehicle pursuits this weekend
Stolen vehicles and police pursuits led to the arrest of 11 teenagers across the Twin Cities metro this weekend. Their ages range from 12 to 17.
3 charged with aiding an offender in MOA shooting; suspects still at large
Three people have been charged with aiding an offender for their alleged roles in helping the suspects in a shooting at the Mall of America last week evade arrest.
Gabby Petito's family files $50 million wrongful death suit against Utah police
The 22-year-old was killed by her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, during a cross-country trip last year.
2 firearm incidents in 24 hours part of rising trend, Columbia Heights police say
The suspects in both cases were legally prohibited from possessing firearms, police said. Both incidents are being investigated.
Minneapolis police investigate fatal shooting after gun tossed onto WCCO-TV rooftop
A man is dead and another man is in custody after a deadly shooting inside a downtown Minneapolis apartment Sunday night, which involved a gun that was tossed onto the rooftop of the WCCO-TV building next door.
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Jury rules Minnesota pharmacist did not discriminate against woman when he denied her morning-after pill
A jury in Aitkin County found that a pharmacist did not discriminate against a woman when he refused her request in 2019 to fill a prescription for emergency contraception, citing his beliefs.
Wastewater data shows COVID-19 viral load decreasing in Twin Cities
Wastewater data from the Twin Cities area indicates that COVID-19 viral loads decreased in the last week.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 46 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
Prosecutor wants to intervene in Doe v. MN case
A Minnesota prosecutor wants the state Court of Appeals to reconsider a judge's ruling that many state abortion restrictions are unconstitutional.
Monkeypox very serious, but no reason for widespread alarm, top doctor says
Dr. Ashish Jha told "CBS Mornings" that declaring a public health emergency for the monkeypox outbreak will speed up vaccinations and help health officials obtain data to stop the spread of the disease.
Entertainment
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Olivia Newton-John, "Grease" star and Grammy-winning singer, dies at 73
Newton-John burst onto the Hollywood scene with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta's Danny in the 1978 blockbuster, "Grease."
Woody Harrelson pens poem for baby girl who looks like him
Not only did the Oscar-nominated actor respond, he wrote the little girl a poem.
Minnesotans already seeing benefits from movies, TV shows filming in state
Since the Minnesota Legislature passed a tax credit program last year, six projects -- including two TV shows, three movies, and one commercial -- got the green light to film here.
Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura on 'Star Trek,' has died at 89
Nichelle Nichols, known for her role as Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek: The Original Series" has died at the age of 89.
Bob Dylan sex abuse accuser drops lawsuit
It alleged he did it over a six-week span in a NYC hotel in 1965 when she was 12. He just turned 81.
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Collier returns, Lynx beat Dream 81-71, stay in playoff hunt
Napheesa Collier made her season debut for Minnesota, Kayla McBride scored 20 points and the Lynx used a fourth-quarter run to beat the Atlanta Dream 81-71 on Sunday night to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Blue Jays top Twins in 10th on overturned call
Cavan Biggio hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning and Whit Merrifield scored on an overturned call to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday and split the four-game series.
Twins OF Alex Kirilloff to have season-ending wrist surgery
He landed on the injured list twice this season, in April and June, because of issues with the wrist.
Zardes' hat trick leads Rapids over Minnesota United 4-3
Gyasi Zardes finished off a hat trick with a goal in the 61st minute to spark the Colorado Rapids to a 4-3 victory over Minnesota United on Saturday night.
Twins top Blue Jays 7-3 behind clutch Polanco, strong 'pen
The Minnesota Twins beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-3 behind a stellar bullpen performance on Saturday night.
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Family's 100-Foot Bluff Becomes Zip Line Adventure
Imagine spending your summer days on top of a 100-foot cliff. It's a reality for the good folks at Sand Creek Adventures.
Minnesota was site of the 'World's Largest Lefse'? You betcha!
"It's a comfort food. It's a heritage item for families. People rally around it," Blaine Pederson said.
Millerville: Minnesota's most buttery town
Minnesota farm towns seem to have similar characteristics: a quaint main street, a tractor dealer, a baseball field. And in the case of Millerville -- a whole, lotta butter.
Rochester trolleys tour the historic homes of Mayo Clinic
Architecture is celebrated on this tour, especially houses doctors once lived in. Some of the tour spots even housed such famed figures as Lou Gehrig and Ernest Hemingway, who was often seen reading his own books.
Some retired couples move to Florida; the Larsons decided to farm worms
When the Larsons retired a few years ago, they moved from the Twin Cities to central Minnesota. Mike got a little bored so he decided to become a farmer. A worm farmer.
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Why aren't manholes flush with the street?
Those 205-pound covers are where they are for three main reasons.
How much water should we be drinking each day?
It's important to quench your thirst this week as temperatures soar, but no matter how hot it is outside, our bodies need to stay hydrated.
Who is determining gambling odds?
When it comes to predicting how well the Minnesota Vikings will perform this season, the oddsmakers in the gambling world have them as nothing more than average.
How should we protect our eyes from the sun? And which sunglasses work best?
Our drought isn't just causing extremely dry conditions. We're barely getting cloud coverage some days, and that's led to long hours under the brightest star in the sky.
Does the "five second rule" matter?
A recent survey of 2,000 people found 44% follow the "five second rule." But there's many other factors experts say are more important than time.
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New foods at 2022 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has announced dozens of new foods and drinks for the 2022 event.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
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Next Weather: 5 p.m. report
Tuesday's going to be another beautiful day, with highs closer to average and more sunshine.
Next Weather: Noon report
We've got a dry stretch and a warming trend on the way this week.
Next Weather: 9:30 a.m. report
Low humidity, sunshine and temps in the upper 70s will make for a beautiful Monday.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
What is Next Weather?
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.
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Next Weather: 5 p.m. report
Tuesday's going to be another beautiful day, with highs closer to average and more sunshine.
Group homes in Twin Cities offering hiring incentives amid staffing shortages
Staffing concerns at group homes across the state have some companies offering a variety of incentives to fill the void.
What you need to know about Tuesday's primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin
Voters in Wisconsin and Minnesota will go to the polls tomorrow.
3 charged with aiding an offender in MOA shooting; suspects still at large
Prosecutors charged three people, but they're not the people who opened fire.
Next Weather: Noon report
We've got a dry stretch and a warming trend on the way this week.