Trailblazing former U.S. House Rep. Pat Schroeder dies at 82
Schroeder was elected by Colorado voters in 1972 and then reelected 11 times, becoming one of the most influential Democrats and feminists in Congress.
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Schroeder was elected by Colorado voters in 1972 and then reelected 11 times, becoming one of the most influential Democrats and feminists in Congress.
Adam Schiff announced he will be running for a Senate seat in 2024 following Sen. Dianne Feinstein's announcement that she would not seek reelection.
The primetime hearing comes amid increased tensions with China after the downing of a surveillance balloon off the coast of the U.S.
He won after a surprising loss in the 14th round of voting.
Here are the Republicans who blocked McCarthy's path to House speaker during the first several ballots. Several switched their votes later or voted present later, enabling him to win.
It's still far short of the longest speaker's election in history, which took nearly two months and 133 ballots.
Rep. Dean Phillips earned laughter and applause late Friday night when he rose to nominate Rep. Hakeem Jeffries in the 15th and, it would appear, final round of voting for Speaker of the House.
Rep. Matt Gaetz, one of the holdouts against McCarthy, nominated former President Donald Trump on the 11th ballot.
In the House, where a slim Republican majority will lead, a bipartisan coalition of moderates, dubbed the Problem Solvers Caucus, hopes to get legislation through. But they'll have to contend with GOP members spoiling for a fight.
Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, said he will begin chemo-immunotherapy treatments on an outpatient basis.
"I never claimed to be Jewish," Santos told the New York Post. "I am Catholic. Because I learned my maternal family had a Jewish background I said I was 'Jew-ish.'"
New transcripts released on Wednesday by the House Jan. 6 panel reveal Trump and his allies played a direct role in the Nevada Republican Party's phony elector scheme in 2020.
The bill provides an additional $45 billion in emergency assistance for Ukraine in its continued fight against Russia.
The bill would need to pass both chambers of Congress before the end of the year.
The measure extends funding for federal agencies for one week, and gives Congress additional time to finish crafting and clear a mammoth, longer-term spending package.
Long considered a rising star in the party, the 52-year-old Jeffries will make history as the first Black party leader in either chamber of Congress.
The House vote to impose a contract brokered by the White House but rejected by some workers was 290 to 137.
The expected formal announcement will be made one day after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she would not be seeking a leadership role in the new Congress.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the first woman to serve in the role, announced she would not seek a new term as the House Democratic leader, saying "the hour has come for a new generation to lead." The California Democrat has led her caucus since 2003, and said she would remain in Congress after winning reelection to a 19th term. Watch her speech announcing her decision on the House floor.
CBS News projects Republicans have won 218 seats in the House, but the chamber will remain closely divided.
GOP takes control of House with narrow margin, splitting control of Congress with Democrats.
Former President Donald Trump is suing the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to block a subpoena requiring him to testify.
CBS News will be covering election results on all platforms throughout the evening on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
According to a CBS News analysis, 308 Republican candidates of the 597 running have raised doubts about the validity or integrity of the 2020 election.
Democrats get some blame as prices rise but still lead on the issue of abortion.
Ryan Kreidler's RBI double off the center-field wall in the eighth inning scored Luke Keaschall and completed the Minnesota Twins' comeback in a 5-4 win against the St. Louis Cardinals.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
Over the past year, many people have found ways to honor Mark and Melissa Hortmans' dog, Gilbert. He, too, was shot on June 14, 2025, and had to be put down.
The 42-year-old woman is facing one count of second-degree manslaughter.
The 42-year-old woman is facing one count of second-degree manslaughter.
A year ago, Sen. John Hoffman was shot nine times, his wife, Yvette, eight and their daughter, Hope, was hurled across the room. WCCO is looking back at how the family has spent the past year after their safety was shattered.
This weekend marks one year since a stunning act of political violence shocked the state. Since then, Minnesota has seen several changes, but one of the biggest is at the Capitol in St. Paul, which used to be the most accessible in the country.
People gathered in Minneapolis to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday, while also taking time to reflect.
Two SUVs and a semi truck were involved in a fatal crash on a Twin Cities highway Saturday morning, authorities said.
Authorities in central Minnesota say alcohol and speed may have contributed to a crash that seriously injured two people Saturday night.
The driver of an SUV was killed in a head-on collision with a semi truck in central Minnesota Friday afternoon, authorities said.
A motorcyclist died when he lost control around a curve and crashed in northern Minnesota Friday evening, authorities said.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says an exploding population of mayflies could cause serious trouble for drivers in southeast Minnesota.
Saturday and Sunday will be breezy and cool in the Twin Cities as crisp Canadian air settles in.
A man serving a life sentence in a Wisconsin prison for killing six hunters during a confrontation over trespassing in 2004 has died, officials said.
Two women were involved in a deadly head-on crash Tuesday night in Chisago City, Minnesota.
Attorneys for Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin's largest mosque, told a federal judge he has lost 30 pounds and is not receiving consistent medical care for Type 2 diabetes while held in an Indiana jail.
President Trump was in western Wisconsin Friday afternoon to host a roundtable on farming at Custer Farms in Chippewa Falls.
A federal judge heard arguments Wednesday on whether to throw out former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan's felony obstruction conviction, postponing her sentencing indefinitely while he considers the matter.
On the Lake Harriet shoreline in Minneapolis Saturday evening, dozens of children picked up a fishing rod for the first time.
Hours after the announcement, community members were eager to learn more about the one challenged with leading the most scrutinized police department in the country.
Created by Freedom Reads, a nonprofit organization in Connecticut, the Inside Literary Prize is the first major U.S. book award decided exclusively by incarcerated readers.
A 23-year-old man from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, faces a criminal vehicular homicide charge after prosecutors say he hit and killed a person on a highway, then fled.
Quincy Street isn't just at the center of Art-A-Whirl, it's at the heart of the Arts District in northeast Minneapolis. The road itself, however, is falling apart. And the only thing bumpier than the exposed brick is the reaction to the city's plans to fix it.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Over the past year, many people have found ways to honor Mark and Melissa Hortmans' dog, Gilbert. He, too, was shot on June 14, 2025, and had to be put down.
A year later, the people who loved Mark Hortman still find themselves returning to certain moments.
Lawmakers across the political spectrum say what best defines Hortman's legacy in St. Paul is that she consistently put people above politics.
A year ago, Sen. John Hoffman was shot nine times, his wife, Yvette, eight and their daughter, Hope, was hurled across the room. WCCO is looking back at how the family has spent the past year after their safety was shattered.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The dream of a woman in Minnesota started with excitement, but quickly unraveled into loss after she said she fell victim to a scheme that targeted more than 30 Spanish speakers.
For years, it was all hands on deck; a business model buoyed by a bevy of free time that sent sales surging in a way never before seen. But as Minnesota enters lake season, outdoor sales for boats, jet skis and more have almost dropped anchor.
Jester Concepts' Monday announcement noted that Borough will mark its remaining five weeks of service through June 27 with events celebrating the restaurant's history, and it encouraged customers to reserve tables during the final weeks.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has issued a consumer advisory for four products produced by Milkjam Creamery, an ice cream shop in Minneapolis, due to "the potential presence of metal fragments," the state agency said.
The 42-year-old woman is facing one count of second-degree manslaughter.
A woman is dead and two other people are hurt after a shooting in north Minneapolis early Saturday morning, police said.
A man serving a life sentence in a Wisconsin prison for killing six hunters during a confrontation over trespassing in 2004 has died, officials said.
The suspect, Victor Mata Villarreal, was wanted for attempted murder of a police officer after shooting at law enforcement during a vehicle chase earlier this week, officials said.
Authorities allege the driver in a fatal crash in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, on Wednesday had a blood alcohol content more than three times the legal limit.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
HCMC in Minneapolis got what they wanted, a large financial boost from lawmakers, and now the leaders of Minnesota's busiest trauma hospital say they'll put their money where their mouths are and get to work restructuring finances.
The studio also incorporates balance and cognitive training to help clients maintain stability and coordination as they age.
Minnesota officials say they have completed a review of almost 5,600 "high-risk Medicaid providers," part of an effort to stave off the federal government's freezing of $2 billion in funding.
Minnesota state officials are feeling pressure from the federal government, working to revalidate thousands of Medicaid providers who operate in programs that are at high-risk for fraud.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
There's plenty to do in Minnesota this weekend, including some major anniversary parties, Maple Grove's ever-popular Chalkfest and much more!
Anthony Head played librarian and mentor Rupert Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and recently appeared in "Ted Lasso."
Everywhere you look in downtown Minneapolis, people are sporting purple in honor of Prince.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is on the cover of Madden NFL 27, the first Bear ever to grace the primary cover of the massively popular video game.
Ryan Kreidler's RBI double off the center-field wall in the eighth inning scored Luke Keaschall and completed the Minnesota Twins' comeback in a 5-4 win against the St. Louis Cardinals.
A'ja Wilson had 24 points and 10 rebounds to offset a career-high 29 points from Minnesota rookie Olivia Miles and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Lynx 100-97 on Saturday night to take the West lead in the Commissioner's Cup.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
Blaze Jordan hit his first major league homer and Iván Herrera went deep twice for the St. Louis Cardinals in a power-fueled 9-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Royce Lewis and Brooks Lee homered in the eighth inning — two of three home runs surrendered by St. Louis reliever Ryne Stanek — and the Minnesota Twins outlasted the Cardinals 9-8 on Friday night.
After disputes about ballots and concerns about voting totals, businessman Kendall Qualls won the endorsement.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
Minnesota's election season officially kicks off this week as both major parties hold conventions to endorse candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, with competitive battles on the Republican side and clearer paths for Democrats.
Both parties begin the endorsement process today in Rochester and Duluth, with the August primary just two months away.
Friday, the Democratic and Republican parties begin the process of endorsing nominees for statewide offices.
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Nearly 40 years ago, a building was sent over piece by piece from Norway to a farm in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It's one of the only stabburs in the United States.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
The sign is 51 feet tall and 63 feet wide. And when it was built 85 years ago it was one of the largest neon signs in the entire country.
There's a place in Wabasha County, Minnesota, where people go wild for wildflowers.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
Milder winters mean more ticks survive to the following spring, and a southern species that can trigger a red meat allergy is now gaining ground in Minnesota as a result.
She didn't win her party's endorsement, but Republican Lisa Demuth plans to keep running for governor anyway. History shows that might actually work in her favor.
Cops are cracking down on a popular way to pedal around town.
If you're holding back on spending or worried about losing your job, you are not alone. U.S. consumer sentiment just hit an all-time low this month.
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 Adam Del Rosso says today will be cooler and windy, with gusts reaching 30 mph.
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.
A sunny Sunday is on tap with lows in the 70s and gusty winds
Sunday will look and feel like yesterday with lots of sun, highs in the low 70s and gusty winds. NEXT Weather meteorologist Adam Del Rosso breaks down our next rain chances.
If you liked Saturday’s weather, you’re going to enjoy the next few days.
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games are coming right here to Minnesota next week. Amanda Brinkman, a longtime volunteer and board member with USA Games, and Tyler Sarff, an athlete competing, join Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield on WCCO Sunday Morning at 7 a.m.
A mother and her daughter join WCCO's Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield to talk about how adoption has changed their lives, and why they say their unique age gap actually works out great.
In partnership with the Reel Hope Project, we’re highlighting stories from kids who are in the foster system.
This weekend marks one year since a stunning act of political violence shocked the state. Since then we've seen a number of changes. But, as Jeff Wagner shares, one of the biggest is at the Capitol in St. Paul, which used to be the most accessible in the country.
A Minnesota family is mourning the loss of a woman they say made life brighter. Thirty-one-year-old Dana Lucker-Milan was killed Wednesday night in a suspected drunk driving crash in White Bear Lake. Flowers now mark the spot where the family's life changed forever. her family is remembering an avid motorcyclist, a beloved sister and aunt. Ubah Ali shares their story.