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Senior forward Joey King is off to a fast start as the University of Minnesota men's basketball team is 2-0 after wins over the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Louisiana-Monroe. King was named the Big Ten Co-Player of the Week Monday.
Despite a 40-35 loss at Iowa Saturday night, Gophers freshman running back Shannon Brooks was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week on Monday. Brooks had 14 carries for 86 yards and a touchdown and threw a 42-yard touchdown on a trick play in the fourth quarter to keep the Gophers close.
Kevin Dorsey and Joey King keyed a second-half surge and Minnesota rallied to beat Louisiana-Monroe 67-56 on Sunday. King finished with 20 points, Nate Mason had 12 and Dorsey 11 for the Golden Gophers (2-0).
LeShun Daniels rushed for a career-high 195 yards and three touchdowns and No. 8 Iowa held off Minnesota 40-35 on Saturday night to start 10-0 for the first time in school history.
Joey King hit six 3-pointers and scored a career-high 22 points and Minnesota pulled away from Missouri-Kansas City in the second half for a 76-58 victory on Friday night in the season opener for both teams.
Katie Ledecky won the 400-meter freestyle and Missy Franklin took the 100 backstroke on Friday, a night after Ledecky beat Franklin in the 200 free in the Arena Pro Swim Series at the University of Minnesota.
From Punch to Pieology to Pizza Studio, the world of quick fire pizza is rapidly expanding in Minnesota. And now, pie lovers will have another place to enjoy a slice.
Tuesday night's Republican primary debate brought out all kinds of hand gestures – from chops to pointing to what has been dubbed, in political circles, the "Clinton thumb." So, what are we saying by using our hands? Good Question.
The lead-up to the Olympics has started to get serious for the swimmers. Michael Phelps is excited as ever, in a peaceful, confident place he hardly could have foreseen a year ago.
The University of Minnesota men's basketball program signed three players to its 2016 class on Wednesday, coach Richard Pitino announced. The class is highlighted by Hopkins senior guard Amir Coffey, one of the top 50 players in the country.
Mitch Leidner tried to hurry to the huddle when he noticed Minnesota's athletic trainers heading his way Saturday at Ohio State. Leidner was stopped by an official and told he needed to come out of the game. But he missed just one play in the 28-14 loss to the then-top-ranked Buckeyes.
Interim coach Tracy Claeys has been named the head coach of the Gophers football team. University of Minnesota Interim Athletics Director Beth Goetz announced the news Wednesday morning, saying the University of Minnesota and Claeys signed a three-year contract.
Following the resignation of the president of University of Missouri Monday, protestors at the school tried to physically block the press from covering their demonstrations. So, where are journalists allowed to go? Good Question.
It would be a monumental upset for the Gopher football team to go to Iowa City and beat the unbeaten Hawkeyes this Saturday. But as MIke Max reports, there is a rallying cry in the Gopher locker room: "Remember last year."
Minnesota Gophers cornerback Jalen Myrick was released from a Columbus, Ohio, hospital on Tuesday after being hospitalized with a rib injury sustained during Saturday's loss at Ohio State.
Leon Bristedt had a big weekend as the University of Minnesota men's hockey team earned a split in non-conference action at Notre Dame. Bristedt led the Big Ten and tied for first nationally with three goals over the weekend.
Just like their human counterparts, dogs need blood transfusions every now and then. Pups can suffer from things like anemia, cancer or undergo emergency surgery just like humans, and the blood supply at any local vet isn't nearly as large as places like Hennepin County Medical Center.
Ezekiel Elliott ran 15 yards for a touchdown on Ohio State's only lengthy drive, and the top-ranked Buckeyes weathered Minnesota's two fourth-quarter touchdowns for a 28-14 victory Saturday night.
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer doesn't expect Minnesota will come into Ohio Stadium flat on Saturday night after an emotional stretch last week.
The second in command under former University of Minnesota Athletics Director Norwood Teague has now resigned. Associate Athletic Director Mike Ellis has been on voluntary leave since August as officials investigated unspecified complaints against him.
A new report shows Minnesota's sports teams are near the top of the list for "paid patriotism."
The New York Times is once again taking aim at Minnesota cuisine, this time attacking the beloved Honeycrisp apple.
We are seeing an eruption of snowy owls in Minnesota. The birds spend most of their time in the Arctic and Northern Canada. But about once a decade, when their food source gets low, they fly south to northern Minnesota.
The confirmed number of people sick with E. coli has now jumped to 37 in Oregon and Washington State. So, how does E. coli get into our food? Good Question.
Minnesota's botched finish against Michigan, leading to the loss of the Little Brown Jug trophy, will linger for a while with the Golden Gophers. There's no time to fret, though, with a trip to top-ranked Ohio State on tap.
A U.S. District Judge ruled the Trump administration's use of grand jury subpoenas against Minnesota state and local officials was retaliatory and unlawful, finding no legitimate investigatory justification for them.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Police are investigating after a woman was shot in the head and hand late Saturday night near Minneapolis' Bossen Field Park.
Three men were shot early Monday morning near a busy northeast Minneapolis intersection, and police say one of the victims is fighting for his life.
A plea to the public for help finding 53‑year‑old John Kapaun remains posted at a Burnsville convenience store. Authorities and the community have searched by ground and air since he was last seen on May 26.
Police are investigating after a woman was shot in the head and hand late Saturday night near Minneapolis' Bossen Field Park.
Three men were shot early Monday morning near a busy northeast Minneapolis intersection, and police say one of the victims is fighting for his life.
A plea to the public for help finding 53‑year‑old John Kapaun remains posted at a Burnsville convenience store. Authorities and the community have searched by ground and air since he was last seen on May 26.
A strike is looming for 500 concessions workers at Target Field in Minneapolis on Monday.
The Woodbury Police Department says the crash happened on the 600 block of Kingfisher Lane around 11 p.m.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A police officer was shot in the southern Minnesota city of St. Peter Thursday night, authorities said.
One of five cannabis testing sites in Minnesota is shutting down, citing exorbitant costs as the reason.
Minnesota's job growth outpaced national rates in May, while the state's unemployment rate ticked down slightly, according to data released Thursday.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman, and Ken Chesebro entered not guilty pleas in Dane County Circuit Court on Tuesday to 11 felony forgery charges tied to a scheme to submit false electoral certificates to Congress after Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020.
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Hannah Dugan's obstruction of justice conviction will stand, rejecting her legal team's argument that a recent appeals court ruling should have invalidated the case.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
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.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
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.
A U.S. District Judge ruled the Trump administration's use of grand jury subpoenas against Minnesota state and local officials was retaliatory and unlawful, finding no legitimate investigatory justification for them.
A grassroots movement is pushing for a new property tax to help fund schools in Minnesota's largest school district.
Alan Greenspan's lengthy reign at the Federal Reserve coincided with a period of stability from the mid-1980s until 2007.
Early voting for the Aug. 11 primary starts this Friday, and one of the most-watched races in Minnesota is the very tight contest for governor on the Republican side.
Minnesota protestors charged with violence against federal officers are seeing their cases dismissed. We introduced you to Paul Johnson last night. He says officers beat him and then charged him with assault. Months later those charges were dropped. Tonight, our Conor Wight walks us through more than a dozen similar cases that won't go to trial because federal prosecutors moved to dismiss them.
A strike is looming for 500 concessions workers at Target Field in Minneapolis on Monday.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
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.
A U.S. District Judge ruled the Trump administration's use of grand jury subpoenas against Minnesota state and local officials was retaliatory and unlawful, finding no legitimate investigatory justification for them.
Police are investigating after a woman was shot in the head and hand late Saturday night near Minneapolis' Bossen Field Park.
Three men were shot early Monday morning near a busy northeast Minneapolis intersection, and police say one of the victims is fighting for his life.
Federal prosecutors are continuing to dismiss charges initially brought against people in Minnesota for allegedly assaulting federal officers during the winter.
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting they say killed one man and injured another early Sunday morning.
Emily Pearson has a rare genetic disorder that causes severe, painful reactions to sunlight.
Jenn Glass has been taking a GLP-1 since last November. The 53-year-old mother of three has already lost more than 30 pounds, but she's focused on something beyond the number on the scale.
It's a gruesome problem impacting livestock in southern states and veterinarians worry it could come to Minnesota.
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.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
Twin Cities native Michael Larsen, better known as Eyedea, made a name for himself with his freestyle battle rap skills and as one-half of the duo Eyedea & Abilities.
A strike is looming for 500 concessions workers at Target Field in Minneapolis on Monday.
Sonia Citron had 21 points and Kiki Iriafen added 17, hitting a go-ahead basket late for a second straight game to help the Washington Mystics upset the Minnesota Lynx 84-79 on Sunday night.
Alex Jackson's single tied the game in the seventh and the go-ahead run scored on an error, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 4-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Byron Buxton hit a grand slam in a 10-run fifth inning and the Minnesota Twins clobbered the Arizona Diamondbacks 16-8 on Saturday night.
Corbin Carroll had a three-run triple in the eighth inning to tie Arizona's career triples mark and fell a homer shy of the cycle in the Diamondbacks' 9-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
Early voting for the Aug. 11 primary starts this Friday, and one of the most-watched races in Minnesota is the very tight contest for governor on the Republican side.
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.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
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.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
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.
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.
A pleasant day with a mix of sun and clouds. Most areas stay dry with seasonable temperatures in the upper 70s, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
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.
It's a #Top10WxDay Monday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Monday is a #Top10WxDay in the Twin Cities, featuring a mix of sun and clouds.
It's a #Top10WxDay Monday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Amalia Moreno-Damgaard shares a spread of fish and.shrimp tortillas and tacos.
Caroline "Fitz" Fitzpatrick, with Lake Street Council, shares a preview of the event.
Jenni Hargraves, executive director with Starkey, shares more background.
Joseph Dames talks with Christy Sovereign, CEO of the Special Olympics USA games.
A pleasant day with a mix of sun and clouds. Most areas stay dry with seasonable temperatures in the upper 70s, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.