Trump and Putin stress improving U.S.-Russia relations in phone call
Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota is expected to discuss the bipartisan meeting she attended Friday in Washington D.C. with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which preceded a chaotic meeting in the Oval Office that ended with Zelenskyy being told to leave the White House.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday he would be ready to give up the presidency if it brought peace and NATO membership.
The meeting comes days after President Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
President Trump says he’s talked with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine, with both expressing a willingness to work with the U.S. to end the war.
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on two groups linked to Russian and Iranian disinformation campaigns targeting this year's election.
The easing of restrictions would allow Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMS, to hit targets inside Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is certain that the war will end "sooner" than it otherwise would have once Donald Trump becomes president.
Facing low birth rates and an aging population, Russia is set to ban any information deemed to promote a "rejection of childbearing."
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.
Ukrainian officials say at least 31 people were killed and a children's hospital seriously damaged in a massive Russian missile attack.
As Russian President Vladimir Putin headed to North Korea for a two-day visit, South Korea's military said soldiers fired warning shots to repel North Korean troops who temporarily crossed the border.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it is crucial troops receive foreign military aid in time to fight another major Russian offensive.
Four men accused of staging the Russia concert hall attack that killed more than 130 people appeared before a Moscow court showing signs of severe beatings as they faced terrorism charges.
Family and friends of those missing were still waiting for news of their loved ones two days after attack on the concert hall near Moscow, which also left 150 injured.
As well-wishers flocked to a Moscow church for Alexey Navalny's funeral, Russian authorities warned people against any "unauthorized gatherings"
Two years into Russia's full-scale invasion, President Biden says Ukrainians "continue to fight with tremendous courage," but they need America's help.
A spokesperson for Alexey Navalny says his mother was give hours to agree to a closed funeral, or her son would be buried at prison.
Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny died in a Russian penal colony, Russian prison authorities said Friday.
Jailed opposition leader and staunch Putin critic Alexey Navalny has died in a Russian prison camp, according to Russian prison authorities.
Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny looked happy and healthy a day before prison authorities say he died after collapsing on a walk.
A Russian court says a U.S. national identified as Robert Romanov Woodland has been detained on drug charges that carry a possible 20-year prison sentence.
"Russia will answer for every life taken away," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Vladimir Putin held his first end-of-year news conference since Russia invaded Ukraine in early 2022.
The president of Ukraine met with U.S. lawmakers and President Joe Biden Tuesday in a face-to-face request for more aid in its fight against Russia.
The Minnesota Twins have activated All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list.
Comfortable summer weather will return to the Twin Cities on Tuesday and stick around through Friday.
Kayla McBride made six 3-pointers and scored 33 points, rookie Olivia Miles had 32 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Seattle Storm 105-102 for their sixth straight victory.
Petey Halpin and Rhys Hoskins each went deep twice and the Cleveland Guardians matched a franchise record for a home game by hitting seven home runs in their 13-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
An adult was shot in Minneapolis on Monday night near the area of a mass shooting that killed a man and injured four others the night earlier, according to City Council member Jamal Osman.
An adult was shot in Minneapolis on Monday night near the area of a mass shooting that killed a man and injured four others the night earlier, according to City Council member Jamal Osman.
There are new accusations surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant in Minnesota. An attorney says lead migration from Gopher Resource in Eagan poisoned some kids connected to workers.
Winning the Minnesota PGA Player of the Year Award in back-to-back years means Thomas Campbell is gearing up for his second straight appearance in the 3M Open.
Three adults are dead and a person of interest is in custody after a shooting in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota, on Monday afternoon, according to police.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
Minnesota officials said Monday in a news conference in Ely that nearly 25 wildfires are active in the Superior National Forest, with three detected on Sunday alone.
A roadway south of the Twin Cities is expected to be closed for several hours after a truck carrying hundreds of turkeys rolled over, officials said.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says it is installing speed safety cameras at two construction sites in late July.
A 39-year-old man died on Friday afternoon after it appears he was electrocuted by a docked boat in northern Minnesota, authorities say.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
Three new women's world records have been set at the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, Wisconsin.
For 66 years, the Lumberjack World Championships have brought the world's best to Hayward, Wisconsin.
Three people who died after a pontoon overturned on Lake Pepin over the weekend have been identified.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
This weekend, a Twin Cities theater company will be performing "Dear Evan Hansen," a musical that deals with themes of anxiety, depression and isolation. But they also feel it relates to what Minneapolis went through during Operation Metro Surge.
This weekend, a Twin Cities theater company will be performing "Dear Evan Hansen,” a musical that deals with themes of anxiety, depression and isolation. But they also feel it relates to what Minneapolis went through during Operation Metro Surge.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The new Air Force One "has a lot of capability, but as I understand it, in about a month or so, they're going to send it to have it be maxed out," President Trump said Sunday.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celishave entered a critical stage.
A lottery player in Minnesota won a jackpot of more than $34 million last week, a record for the Lotto America game in the state.
The lawsuit accuses Loon of using "kid-friendly characters" to promote its vapes in flavors such as Cotton Candy, Strawberry Popsicle, Banana Taffy and Blue Razz Slushy.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
An adult was shot in Minneapolis on Monday night near the area of a mass shooting that killed a man and injured four others the night earlier, according to City Council member Jamal Osman.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, man charged with murder in a shooting in the city's Frogtown neighborhood Saturday morning was celebrating the second anniversary of his release from prison before the incident, according to a court document filed Monday.
A Maplewood, Minnesota man has been charged for the fourth time for allegedly stealing wire from streetlights, according to a criminal complaint filed on Monday.
A Minneapolis man is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2012 when he was working as a cab driver and a similar crime 10 years later when driving an Uber.
A Minnesota business owner and his wife are accused of failing to file their taxes for several years, costing the state more than $2 million.
There are new accusations surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant in Minnesota. An attorney says lead migration from Gopher Resource in Eagan poisoned some kids connected to workers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
The Target USA Cup, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere, is suspended Thursday in the Twin Cities due to hazardous air quality from northern wildfires.
This weekend, a Twin Cities theater company will be performing "Dear Evan Hansen," a musical that deals with themes of anxiety, depression and isolation. But they also feel it relates to what Minneapolis went through during Operation Metro Surge.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is expected to bring thousands upon thousands each day to Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul between Friday and Sunday.
There's so much to do this weekend in Minnesota, from festivals to art fairs.
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
The Minnesota Twins have activated All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list.
Kayla McBride made six 3-pointers and scored 33 points, rookie Olivia Miles had 32 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Seattle Storm 105-102 for their sixth straight victory.
Petey Halpin and Rhys Hoskins each went deep twice and the Cleveland Guardians matched a franchise record for a home game by hitting seven home runs in their 13-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Winning the Minnesota PGA Player of the Year Award in back-to-back years means Thomas Campbell is gearing up for his second straight appearance in the 3M Open.
Two-time Olympian and gold medal winner Suni Lee recently announced her return to gymnastics with an eye on the L.A. Summer Olympics in 2028, and Monday was her first day back training at the Twin Cities gym where it all began.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celishave entered a critical stage.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis have entered a critical stage.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
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.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
It's one of Minnesota's rules of the road in which two is better than one. But Jodi from Lakeville emailed WCCO saying a lot of drivers don't seem to care about the law.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
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.
Comfortable summer weather will return to the Twin Cities on Tuesday and stick around through Friday.
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.
Comfortable summer weather will return to the Twin Cities on Tuesday and stick around through Friday.
Conditions outside will be cooler and become more comfortable between Monday night and Wednesday night, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
High temperatures in the Twin Cities will be in the 80s between Tuesday and Friday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Comfortable summer weather will return to the Twin Cities on Tuesday and stick around through Friday.
Conditions outside will be cooler and become more comfortable between Monday night and Wednesday night, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Get ready to watch movies and television with clarity like never before. That's how industry experts are describing the latest TV technology now on sale exclusively at Best Buy. In this Good Question, Jeff Wagner explains what makes an RGB LED TV special.
There are new accusations surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant. An attorney says lead migration from Gopher Resource in Eagan poisoned some kids connected to workers. Senior Investigative Reporter Jennifer Mayerle breaks down new legal trouble in a story you'll only see on WCCO.
A person of interest is in custody after three people were found dead in a St. Paul apartment leasing office following a shooting Monday afternoon, according to police. Ubah Ali reports.