Gov. Walz made tampons free in schools. It's drawing Trump's ire.
The Trump campaign is criticizing Gov. Tim Walz for supplying tampons in schools. But advocates say it's essential for many students.
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The Trump campaign is criticizing Gov. Tim Walz for supplying tampons in schools. But advocates say it's essential for many students.
An anti-abortion group in South Dakota is appealing a judge's dismissal of its lawsuit to remove an abortion rights initiative from the November ballot.
South Dakota Judge John Pekas dismissed a lawsuit filed by an anti-abortion group, Life Defense Fund, that sought to have the question removed even though supporters turned in more than enough valid signatures to put it on the ballot.
In its complaint filed Thursday, Life Defense Fund alleged various wrongdoing by the measure's supporters, as well as invalid signatures and fraud. The group seeks to disqualify or invalidate the initiative.
Philanthropist Melinda French Gates said she is giving $1 billion over the next two years to support women and families, including reproductive rights.
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are considered children under state law. Here's why experts are concerned about the decision's impact on IVF access and treatment.
Women who work in Afghanistan's salons say thousands more are about to be forced out of work by the latest Taliban decree.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison, who left Sunday's season-opening win with an injury, has a chance to return as soon as this week, his head coach said.
Lawmakers are investing hundreds of thousands of dollars into growing Minnesota's child care workforce.
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said the iPhone 16 is designed specifically to make use of AI, "raising the bar" on what the device can do.
A 66-year-old Minnesota man is dead after drowning at Kinnickinnic State Park in Wisconsin.
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
A 66-year-old Minnesota man is dead after drowning at Kinnickinnic State Park in Wisconsin.
A man accused of drunkenly driving into a restaurant patio in St. Louis Park and killing two people will face more severe charges after prosecutors viewed surveillance video of the crash, authorities say.
A Minneapolis man is facing several federal charges after being accused of distributing fentanyl.
A Minneapolis business is taking disregarded wood and giving it new life.
A central Minnesota Army National Guard unit is being honored with the U.S. military's highest unit award.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources released its 2024 fall colors forecast on Friday. Here's what to know.
A 26-year-old man is in the hospital with serious injuries after a hit-and-run incident in northern Minnesota Thursday afternoon.
A sports card collector from Minnesota just helped make the sale of a lifetime.
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
Two motorcyclists from Minnesota collided on a western Wisconsin highway on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another injured.
A 66-year-old Minnesota man is dead after drowning at Kinnickinnic State Park in Wisconsin.
A 60-year-old man died on Friday evening after what officials believe was a drunken driving crash in western Wisconsin.
Two Wisconsin agencies are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs from a poultry farm.
Wisconsin officials say 26 people have died so far this year in ATV-related crashes, putting 2024 on pace to be even deadlier on state roads and trails.
Farming is one of the oldest professions in Minnesota with generations of families embedded in the land. But that can make it hard for newcomers, especially immigrant farmers, to set roots of their own.
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back-to-school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera "Star Wars: A New Hope" is getting its first showtimes this weekend.
The second day of the fifth annual Black Entrepreneur State Fair ended in chaos when severe weather knocked down vendor tents and threw debris around.
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
Lawmakers are investing hundreds of thousands of dollars into growing Minnesota's child care workforce.
Abortion rights supporters in South Dakota say doctors can't rely on a new video from the state and mandated by a law that its Republican prime sponsor said gives clear guidance to physicians for life-threatening situations.
It's a pivotal week in the race for the White House.
The countdown is underway to Tuesday's debate between former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. For many years, a lot of analysts and historians have said presidential debates really don't make a difference in elections. That is not the case this year.
More think Kamala Harris has the cognitive health to serve as president. Inflation concerns are bolstering Trump.
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
Target's popular car seat trade-in event is set to return later this month.
The deadline is fast approaching for the first wave of recipients to redeem their e-bike rebate.
A man accused of drunkenly driving into a restaurant patio in St. Louis Park and killing two people will face more severe charges after prosecutors viewed surveillance video of the crash, authorities say.
A Minneapolis man is facing several federal charges after being accused of distributing fentanyl.
Police are investigating reports of shots being fired inside Northtown Mall in Blaine Sunday afternoon.
Minneapolis police are investigating a stabbing that injured three people on the city's southside Saturday night.
Police in West St. Paul are investigating after a domestic assault suspect crashed their car and died during a police chase early Sunday morning.
Abortion rights supporters in South Dakota say doctors can't rely on a new video from the state and mandated by a law that its Republican prime sponsor said gives clear guidance to physicians for life-threatening situations.
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
The Crystal Police Department rallies around one of their newest officers as she battles breast cancer.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she's finished chemotherapy less than six months after she announced her cancer diagnosis.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
A music festival in the North Loop has been canceled three days before it was set to take place.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison, who left Sunday's season-opening win with an injury, has a chance to return as soon as this week, his head coach said.
The team, previously known as PWHL Minnesota, announced the moniker Monday morning ahead of the league's second season.
Napheesa Collier scored 19 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead five Minnesota players scoring in double figures and the Lynx beat the Washington Mystics 78-71 to win for the 10th times in 11 games.
Michael Wacha pitched seven innings of four-hit ball, Garrett Hampson and Salvador Perez drove in runs and the Royals beat the Twins 2-0 on Sunday to complete a series sweep.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tad Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Morrison who aims to become the only pro-abortion rights OB-GYN on Capitol Hill.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. Morrison has a big fundraising edge she has raised $1.3 million compared to Jude's $162,000. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Professor Larry Jacobs from the University of Minnesota about that edge.
A rare open Minnesota Congressional seat is up for grabs this November. The Democratic candidate, Dr. Kelly Morrison, is running against Republican candidate Tadd Jude for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Jude about this history of political service in Minnesota and his anti abortion stance.
As Gov. Tim Walz spends much of his time campaigning across the nation, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is shouldering more responsibility.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
It's estimated that at least half of all fairgoers visit the Miracle of Birth Center, making it one of the most popular exhibits at the fair—and one of the most educational.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen travels to Fillmore County to show us how Mystery Cave got its name.
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist supervisor Elizabeth Schiffman says mosquito-borne diseases peak at the end of summer into early fall.
Stepping into the Grandstand is like navigating a maze of merchandise. Forget food on a stick, how about the tools to cut one? Everything is for sale in there — even the kitchen sink.
Minnesota law requires drivers to stop when they see a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
Monday evening, the latest CBS News and YouGov poll showed Vice President Kamala Harris with a three-point lead nationally over former President Donald Trump.
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.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here.
Monday will be warm and sunny, with temps warming throughout the week.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says there's more wildfire smoke expected to cast a haze in the air above this week.
Temperatures will jump back to the mid-80s on Monday and dew points will increase to the lower 60s.
Temperatures will jump back to the mid-80s on Monday and dew points will increase to the lower 60s.
Monday will be warm and sunny, with temps warming throughout the week.
A troubling trend for Twin Cities restaurants -- five local eateries all closed over the weekend.
Lawmakers are investing hundreds of thousands of dollars into growing Minnesota's child care workforce.
Janna’s Gluten Free Bakery has been making a splash at many local farmers markets.
The sixth annual Edina Car Show showcases some luxury and classic cars and highlights the businesses in the 50th and France neighborhood, explain Josh Sprague and Jodi Mayers.