Gov. Walz presents plan for addressing gun violence alongside school shooting survivor
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is set to unveil his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
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Paid leave program's rollout was $70 million under budget, director says
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
Police: Brooklyn Center officers fatally shoot man suspected of killing 2
Police officers in Brooklyn Center fatally shot an armed male who shot at them on Monday afternoon, officials say. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says the individual killed was suspected of fatally shooting two people earlier in the day.
Teen and man killed in north Minneapolis shooting, police say
The incident at a home on the 4200 block of Irving Avenue North in the Webber-Camden neighborhood happened around 3:30 p.m., according to police.
Some Minnesotans stranded in Mexico after violence erupts
Andrea Shapiro, a Minnesotan, spoke with WCCO from a hotel looking over the city of Puerto Vallarta on Sunday.
Here's who lawmakers from Minnesota are taking to Trump's State of the Union
Residents detained by federal agents and the son of a slain state lawmaker are among the guests the Minnesota delegation is bringing to President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday night in Washington, D.C.
Woman pleads guilty to murder in 2024 north Minneapolis crash
A Minneapolis woman pleaded guilty Monday to murder and other charges in connection with a 2024 crash that killed two people.
The best ways to protect yourself from car theft
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
How Trump's renewed tariff fight will impact Minnesotans
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
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Colder weekend before a warm up next week
This weekend will be cold with temperatures in the low 20s on Saturday, but feeling more like single digits throughout the day.
Birkebeiner track is holding up despite recent warm weather
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
Hovland sees 34 inches of snow in Minnesota storm. See the latest totals.
Minnesotans got a brief taste of spring over the weekend, but the relief didn't last long, as a snowstorm pummeled parts of the Twin Cities and northern Minnesota on Wednesday afternoon.
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9 a.m. Minnesota forecast from Feb. 24, 2026 | NEXT Weather
Highs in the low 20s tomorrow with snow for far southern Minnesota, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report for Minnesota from Feb. 24, 2026
Expect light snow north of Interstate 94 during the morning commute, with rain, snow or a freezing mix near and south of there.
Man suspected in Minneapolis shootings killed by police in suburb, and more headlines
Police are working to figure out how the suspected gunman fell through the cracks, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Suspect in fatal shootings killed by police in Brooklyn Center identified
The suspect was already on police radar and considered a public danger before he was released from prison.
NEXT Weather: 5 a.m. report for Minnesota from Feb. 24, 2026
Tuesday will be warmer in the Twin Cities, and an early wintry mix is possible for parts of the state.
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Former college coaches ready to lead Minnesota's newest pro volleyball team
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
Lindsey Vonn says surgery saved leg from amputation after Olympics crash
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
Maxey scores 39 in 76ers' win over Timberwolves to snap losing streak
Tyrese Maxey had 39 points and eight assists, VJ Edgecombe made a career-high six 3-pointers and finished with 24 points, and the Sixers beat the Timberwolves 135-108 to snap a four-game losing streak.
Twins right-hander Joe Ryan has inflammation in lower back
Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back.
Minnesota United draw 2-2 with Austin in opener
Kelvin Yeboah scored in the 90th minute to rally Minnesota United to a 2-2 draw with Austin FC in a season opener.
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The best ways to protect yourself from car theft
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
How do AI security checkpoints work?
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
Understanding contagiousness following recovery from a virus
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
Fact check: Did feds find thousands of missing kids in Minn. during ICE surge?
White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.
Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day?
As our weather warms, love is also in the air. Valentine's Day is this Saturday, and while we know many of the traditions, Jeff Wagner wanted to get to the heart of the holiday.
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Edina woman who went viral after Alex Pretti shooting reflects one month later
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Crowd shows support for 3 women protesting after confrontation
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Somali community hesitantly hopeful amid news of ICE drawdown
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
Minnesotans band together to cover rent for their immigrant neighbors
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Northern lights seen over Minnesota: Nov. 11, 2025
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
Astra the Polar Bear
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz presents plan for addressing gun violence
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz unveiled his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
Woman pleads guilty to murder in 2024 north Minneapolis crash
A Minneapolis woman pleaded guilty Monday to murder and other charges in connection with a 2024 crash that killed two people.
The best ways to protect yourself from car theft
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
Former college coaches ready to lead Minnesota's newest pro volleyball team
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
House fraud committee voices frustration over autism center licenses
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz presents plan for addressing gun violence
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz unveiled his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
House fraud committee voices frustration over autism center licenses
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
Paid leave program's rollout was $70 million under budget, director says
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
Central Minnesota man accused of SNAP, medical assistance fraud
A central Minnesota man is accused of filing false income tax returns and defrauding medical assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Shireen Gandhi appointed as permanent Minnesota DHS commissioner
Gov. Tim Walz has appointed Shireen Gandhi as the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services, just over a year after appointing her to the role in a temporary capacity.
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Birkebeiner track is holding up despite recent warm weather
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
Wis. GOP leader Robin Vos to leave office after reshaping state
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wis. poised to leave Ark. as only state without expanded Medicaid for new moms
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.
Three dead after western Wisconsin house fire
Three people are dead after a house fire in a small western Wisconsin town early Saturday.
Frosty's got nothing on Jeffery the snowman
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
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Here's who lawmakers from Minnesota are taking to Trump's State of the Union
Residents detained by federal agents and the son of a slain state lawmaker are among the guests the Minnesota delegation is bringing to President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday night in Washington, D.C.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz presents plan for addressing gun violence
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz unveiled his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
Ahead of State of the Union, hints of frustration with Trump emerge in House GOP
Some House Republicans have rebuked Mr. Trump on tariffs, war powers and the Epstein files, and defections could grow as the midterms approach.
Trump's 2026 State of the Union is tonight. Here's what to know and how to watch.
President Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress tonight. Here's when it will take place, and how and where to watch.
How Trump's renewed tariff fight will impact Minnesotans
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
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How Trump's renewed tariff fight will impact Minnesotans
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
Mpls. restaurant workers lament losses from ICE surge, demand change
On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.
Gun permit applications, class demand skyrocket amid ICE surge
January is typically a slow month at Frontiersman Sports, but employees at the St. Louis Park, Minnesota, gun shop said sales spiked 30% above normal for the month.
TurnSignl app connects people stopped by ICE to lawyers
Amid ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, a local company is filling a desperate need for on-demand legal help.
Students call on Walz to impose moratorium on evictions amid ICE surge
Outside the governor's mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Friday, demonstrators, including many students and teachers, pleaded for Gov. Tim Walz to enact an immediate eviction moratorium to help families impacted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge.
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz presents plan for addressing gun violence
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz unveiled his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
Woman pleads guilty to murder in 2024 north Minneapolis crash
A Minneapolis woman pleaded guilty Monday to murder and other charges in connection with a 2024 crash that killed two people.
The best ways to protect yourself from car theft
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
House fraud committee voices frustration over autism center licenses
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
Central Minnesota man accused of SNAP, medical assistance fraud
A central Minnesota man is accused of filing false income tax returns and defrauding medical assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
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House fraud committee voices frustration over autism center licenses
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
Paid leave program's rollout was $70 million under budget, director says
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
Minnesota has seen 5 measles cases so far in 2026
Measles cases in the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate in a generation, and the trend now includes five cases in Minnesota since the start of the new year.
Hennepin Healthcare seeks Target Field sales tax amid financial crisis
It's a place that sees patients in the worst of times. And now, Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis is in the worst of ways.
Understanding contagiousness following recovery from a virus
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in the killing of his parents
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
U2 drops six-track EP with song honoring Renee Good
The EP, released on Ash Wednesday and called "Days of Ash" is "of the moment we wish we weren't in . . . but are," Bono said.
Stephen Colbert slams CBS, says network blocked James Talarico interview
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Anderson Cooper to depart "60 Minutes" at end of season
Anderson Cooper will report multiple stories for "60 Minutes" before the end of the television season in May.