Ukraine's president to UN General Assembly: “Do not divide the world”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took to the world stage on Wednesday, warning of dire intentions from Russia.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took to the world stage on Wednesday, warning of dire intentions from Russia.
This speech is likely to be his last major address on the global stage. It comes as tensions rise in the Middle East and Russia's war with Ukraine continues to drag on.
"Our planet is trying to tell us something. But we don't seem to be listening," the U.N.'s secretary-general said after May marked another month of back-to-back global heat records.
The funding deal reached between Congress and the White House will include a ban on direct U.S. funding for the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees until March 2025, sources say.
The U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, says an Israeli strike hit a food distribution center in Gaza killing a staffer.
The United States has vetoed an Arab-backed and widely supported U.N. resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war.
Israel has asked the U.N.'s top court to dismiss a case brought by South Africa accusing it of genocide in Gaza. Here's a look at the case, the court, and the crime of genocide.
The U.N. Security Council voted to speed up the process of delivering aid to Palestinian civilians in Gaza and demand that all hostages held by Hamas be released immediately.
After record-breaking temperatures in November, the E.U.'s Copernicus Climate Change Service determined 2023 will officially be the hottest year humanity has experienced.
At our current rate of progress, the U.N. predicts that the earth's average temperature will rise to nearly double the goal by 2030. Even if every country slashed their emissions by 42% overnight, the U.N. says there's still no guarantee we'd limit warming enough to prevent the worst of natural disasters.
The 15-nation Security Council's resolution — the first since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war — passed with a 12-0 vote. The U.S., U.K. and Russia abstained.
However, no U.S. citizens or other foreign nationals who have been stranded in Gaza since the war began were allowed to cross into Egypt.
Those rallying in support of Israel condemned the attacks carried out by Hamas throughout the weekend.
World leaders at the United Nations general assembly will hold a climate action summit today, just weeks after the U.N. declared this summer the hottest on record.
President Biden pushed for international cooperation in support of Ukraine and combatting global challenges.
"Climate change is here. It is terrifying. And it is just the beginning," U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
The Biden administration has decided to provide cluster munitions to Ukraine for the war against Russia, even though the United Nations urges the warring countries to avoid using them.
"Nobody is going to be untouched by these changes that are happening," an expert from the U.K. Met Office warned.
On the day that a judge found former Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao guilty of aiding and abetting manslaughter, United Nations experts visited Minneapolis to hear about the impacts of police violence.
On the day that a judge found former Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao guilty of aiding and abetting manslaughter, United Nations experts visited Minneapolis to hear about the impacts of police violence.
The bill approved by lawmakers would even make family members vulnerable to imprisonment for failing to report loved ones.
The resolution comes on the day before the one-year mark of the war in Ukraine.
Syrians impacted by the earthquake that struck the region are in desperate need of humanitarian assistance. Quincy Institute research fellow Annelle Sheline joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Seth Doane to the latest in Syria and what other countries can do to help the region.
Foreign nations and aid agencies are racing to mobilize resources to help survivors of the devastating quakes in two countries. Here's how you can help.
Pope Francis urged the faithful to remember the millions of Ukrainians who were without electricity or heating Sunday because of Russian attacks, as well as the millions more displaced from their homes.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
In his latest book, Bob Woodward delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House during the Russia-Ukraine war and Israel's conflict against Hamas and Hezbollah, as well as new information about Trump and Putin.
Jordan Eberle had two goals in regulation and scored the winner in the shootout as the Seattle Kraken rallied to beat the Minnesota Wild 5-4 Saturday night.
Seasonal businesses are packing it in as the weather starts to change.
Nearly 20% of Minnesota is facing severe drought conditions due to the jet stream and climate change, according to the National Weather Service.
An event designed to get more people of color involved in the film and television industry is connecting Minnesotans to career expanding opportunities.
Advocacy groups like the Red Cross are asking the community for help in supporting families that have been displaced by an apartment fire in south Minneapolis.
The son of a former Minnesota state representative was convicted Friday on federal charges connected to a crash in Minneapolis last year that killed five young women.
A man who shot and injured a 10-year-old boy on New Year's Eve was sentenced to more than 27 years in prison on Friday.
Minnesota governor and Democratic candidate for Vice President Tim Walz was back home Friday night to attend the Jug Game between Mankato East and Mankato West.
A 60-year-old man was seriously injured and a house was destroyed after a fire Friday morning.
Nearly 20% of Minnesota is facing severe drought conditions due to the jet stream and climate change, according to the National Weather Service.
Minnesota saw a beautiful northern lights show on Thursday night thanks to a geomagnetic storm that will continue on Friday.
Two people were injured and three were arrested after a shooting in Itasca County on Monday.
Justices on the Wisconsin Supreme Court say that Gov_ Tony Evers' creative use of his expansive veto power in an attempt to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years appeared to be "extreme" and "crazy.".
Donald Trump on Sunday visited Wisconsin for the fourth time in eight days as his campaign showers attention on a pivotal state where Republicans fret about his ability to match Democrats' enthusiasm and turnout machine.
Democrats and Republicans in Wisconsin picked new presidential electors on Tuesday, almost four years after Republicans from the state posed as fake electors for former President Donald Trump.
Firefighters are battling a blaze at a railroad tie recycling facility in western Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Corrections has agreed to provide more help to hearing-impaired inmates as part of a settlement with federal investigators.
Everywhere you look at Glen Lake Elementary School in Hopkins, Minnesota, love is in the air because of what is now on the ground.
Hess knows first-hand how important it is to help others because it wasn't that long ago that feelings of isolation and despair overcame him.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is explaining his call for city staff to "expedite" encampment clearings, while preventing new encampments from forming.
A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger.
Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000.
Authorities are investigating a cyberattack linked to China-backed hackers that targeted major U.S. telecommunications companies and systems used for intelligence collection.
With the Minnesota Senate split 33 Republicans to 33 Democrats, whoever wins the seat will determine not only who will win the state Senate but whether the DFL trifecta in St. Paul lives another session.
When it came to politics, Marvin Johnson was not given much of a choice. In the late 70s, the city council appointed him to one of their open seats.
President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
DACA has been the subject of a years-long court battle and remains in legal jeopardy due to a lawsuit by Texas and other Republican-led states that oppose the policy.
Years after Krispy Kreme vanished from Minnesota following a much-ballyhooed opening blitz, the doughnut chain is planning to return to the state.
Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
An organization in St. Paul is working to get people from tents and shelters into permanent homes.
Lunds and Byerlys is recalling around 500 containers of their Lone Star Dip because of potential mold contamination.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, gives the state of the economy right now high marks and expects more interest rate cuts before the year's end.
There was a fatal shooting overnight in Brooklyn Park, a man died at the scene
Police in Rochester are looking for a suspect who stole a shuttle van early Friday.
The son of a former Minnesota state representative was convicted Friday on federal charges connected to a crash in Minneapolis last year that killed five young women.
A man who shot and injured a 10-year-old boy on New Year's Eve was sentenced to more than 27 years in prison on Friday.
Minneapolis police say illegal drugs may have been involved in a deadly shooting on the city's northside Thursday afternoon.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Drug overdose deaths in Minnesota dropped by 8% in 2023 compared to the year before, preliminary data from the state's health department show.
New data shows the breast cancer rate is growing each year in women under 50, with the highest increase in Asian American and Pacific Islander women.
Twin Cities Marathon runners might still be recovering from Sunday's run, but that doesn't mean they're not basking in the bliss of finishing a long race.
Prior Lake is one of just two public schools in the state choosing to opt out of Minnesota's universal free school meals program.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
An event designed to get more people of color involved in the film and television industry is connecting Minnesotans to career expanding opportunities.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Major League Baseball announced Tuesday it will produce and distribute local broadcasts for the Minnesota Twins, Cleveland Guardians and Milwaukee Brewers next year.
Gov. Tim Walz made his first late-night appearance as the vice presidential candidate Monday, talking with Jimmy Kimmel about subjects as varied as gun violence, hotdish recipes and Diet Mountain Dew.
Jordan Eberle had two goals in regulation and scored the winner in the shootout as the Seattle Kraken rallied to beat the Minnesota Wild 5-4 Saturday night.
Matt Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek scored on a strong night for the second line, Mats Zuccarello added a power-play goal and the Minnesota Wild opened the season by beating former coach Dean Evason and the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2.
Napheesa Collier's turnaround jumper with 8.8 seconds left lifted the Minnesota Lynx to a 95-93 win over the New York Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.
This crop of free agents has been quite the boon for the Minnesota Vikings.
The Minnesota Twins are officially for sale. After 40 years of ownership, the Pohlad family says they are moving on.
There is extra security at Twin Cities synagogues ahead of Yom Kippur.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy focuses on a year of anxiety in the Twin Cities Jewish community, which is also on heightened alert ahead of Yom Kippur.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance debated topics like immigration, foreign policy and the economy Tuesday night. Some analysts are split on if the debate swayed enough swing voters to cause a big shift in the 2024 election.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us through the long history and evolution of the Goldy Gopher mascot.
The town has embraced the stones so much that every summer they have Agate Days, also known as the largest rock show in Minnesota, with over 100 vendors.
Eagles, pigs and aliens are three things that don't typically fit together. But at Mimi and Papa's in the far-southern Minnesota town of Windom, there's a lot that doesn't quite fit together.
What happened to Jesse James and his band of bank robbers after they fled Northfield? Some of them ended up near the town of Madelia.
Small towns in rural America often get overlooked. As their population shrinks, their history can fade. But you could say Arco remains rock solid in western Minnesota.
Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
How successful are NFL teams that start 5-0? Good Question. Here's why Vikings fans should be both excited and cautious given the team's history.
Calendars have long been debated — and modified — before getting to the 12 months we know today.
The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building.
Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
We have some days where the high is 50 degrees in our future. But we will warm up again. Lisa Meadows breaks down the timing.
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.
We saw rain for the first time in a long time on Saturday. Despite the brief rainfall, it was much needed. Temps will stay in the 50s for the next few days. WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks down the next 7 days.
Another cool fall weekend is on tap for residents across Minnesota this weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso has your latest forecast and he says our cooldown continues through the weekend.
We have some days where the high is 50 degrees in our future. But we will warm up again. Lisa Meadows breaks down the timing.
Businesses that rely on summer traffic are shutting down as the temperatures start to drop.
We saw rain for the first time in a long time on Saturday. Despite the brief rainfall, it was much needed. Temps will stay in the 50s for the next few days. WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks down the next 7 days.
Minnesotans came out in droves to walk and raise money for the National Kidney Foundation.
Veteran headstones got some TLC Saturday when local veterans came to clean and help restore them.