Early voting starts Friday and other things to know about Minnesota's presidential primary
Minnesotans can start early voting Friday for the March 5 Super Tuesday presidential primary.
Talking Points: Trump dominates Iowa caucuses, looking ahead to New Hampshire primary
Former President Donald Trump won big in Iowa, but now the top GOP candidates are in the Granite State ahead of the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at that race and explores how Trump's legal problems appear to be helping him with voters and his finances.
Will the ice be thick enough for the U.S. Pond Hockey tournament later this week?
Jim Dahline, the commissioner of the tournament, says the ten-day event is still on track to begin this Thursday. Last year's tournament attracted 3,000 players from around the country and even the world.
We asked political analysts on both sides how weather, turnout issues could impact Iowa caucuses
Monday night is the Iowa caucuses. It's going to be one for the record books — the weather record books. The forecast high is around minus 2, with windchills in the minus 30s
Law enforcement say suspect in University of Minnesota shooting threats has been arrested, all-clear is given
The Chippewa County Sheriff's Office says it was tipped off to a social media post on Thursday morning about a threat to its staff and U students. Deputies searched the suspect's home Thursday morning.
Talking Points: Full steam ahead for campaign 2024; Iowa caucuses less than a week away
Caucus and primary season kicks off in the race to the White House next week in Iowa. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks ahead at the next two weeks that could shape the race going forward.
Gov. Walz open to constitutional amendment protecting abortion rights on November's ballot
Minnesota is seeing a dramatic surge in patients coming here from other states to get abortions. Planned Parenthood officials have told Gov. Tim Walz they expect a surge to continue as more states move to restrict abortion access.
Public safety commissioner explains Minnesota's new red flag law
A new "red flag law" went into effect in Minnesota on Jan. 1. There is confusion on how it's going to work. And there is uncertainty for those who want to use the new law to try and get a loved one's gun taken away because they might pose a threat.
What faith leaders tell those struggling with belief: "God intervenes into our history"
At times it can seem like there's not much to be optimistic about. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy speaks with prominent faith leaders in our community about what they tell those who are having a hard time keeping their faith.
Could Minnesota lawmakers change the new state flag and seal designs?
A state statute was amended last year to stipulate the flag design noted in the commission's final report will indeed be adopted as the new Minnesota flag. But that doesn't necessarily mean Minnesota lawmakers can't stand in the way of the commission's decision.
State's new law requires paid sick time for all Minnesota workers starting in January
The new law says you can get sick or safe time if you are sick or if you are caring for a sick family member. The definition of sick includes mental illness, and the definition of a family member is broad.
Rep. Ilhan Omar faces potential challenges in reelection bid
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar again finds herself in a contested bid for reelection.
Ta Mla, 18, sentenced to 15 years for his role in Michael Brasel's murder
An 18-year-old man will spend 15 years in prison for his role in the shooting death of a beloved St. Paul hockey coach.
Talking Points: Israel-Hamas war's fallout on American Election
With the first Presidential caucus just a month away, the war between Israel and Hamas is threatening to divide American voters. Esme Murphy explores the political callout in Talking Points.
Marvin Haynes' conviction overturned in 2004 Minneapolis flower shop murder
On Monday, a judge signed an order overturning Marvin Haynes' conviction for the murder of 55-year-old Randy Sherer. WCCO was there as Haynes was released from the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Stillwater.