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The science behind your favorite cold summer treats Kitchen Pantry Scientist Liz Heinecke visits WCCO to show off some delicious experiments. 1H ago 04:21
West Fest on 7th celebrates historic St. Paul community Dave Bredemus and Pat Heroff visit WCCO to discuss a fun event this Saturday in St. Paul’s West Seventh neighborhood. 1H ago 03:47
The importance of assertive communication Relationship expert, licensed marriage and family therapist Dr. Shonda Craft discusses how to respond to people who state their needs so directly. 2H ago 04:50
Most Americans love hosting backyard BBQs It's the time for backyard barbecues and summer parties. But how ready are you when it comes to hosting? 2H ago 03:04
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After student drowns in rowing accident, Iowa to pay $3.5 million to family Iowa is agreeing to pay $3.5 million in a settlement with the family of an Iowa State University student who drowned after a school crew club boat capsized in cold, rough waters. 59M ago
Yankees shut down Twins again for 5-1 victory Luis Gil pitched six shutout innings of one-hit ball to win his seventh consecutive start, Giancarlo Stanton launched a two-run homer and the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 5-1 for their sixth straight victory. 13H ago
U.S. Women's Soccer defeats South Korea 3-0 at Allianz Field in near sell out Over 19,000 fans showed up to Allianz Field in the pouring rain Tuesday night to watch the U.S. Women's Soccer team take on South Korea. 1H ago
Just back from injured list, Twins 3B Royce Lewis salutes Derek Jeter in Yankee Stadium debut Just back from the injured list, Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis was ready with a special tribute in his Yankee Stadium debut. 15H ago
Here are the highest-paid professional athletes in Minnesota Justin Jefferson's big payday had WCCO wondering how his new contract compares to other notable Minnesota athletes. 1H ago
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Why do men have a lower life expectancy? June is Men's Health Month — a time to maybe remind that guy in your life to take better care of himself. That's especially important since the numbers show that men do not live as long as women. 1H ago
Who is responsible for cleaning up roadkill and how do they dispose of it? If you grew up across Minnesota or Wisconsin, there's a good chance you've either had your own encounter with a deer on the road or have a story connected to a friend or family member. Jun 4
What's the best credit card for travel perks? The summer travel season is now in full swing. And while the average cost of a flight is down compared to last year, there are still ways to save. May 28
How common is boat ownership in Minnesota compared to the rest of the U.S.? Boating creates $6.9 billion a year for the state's economy, supporting nearly 26,000 jobs and more than 700 businesses. Every year in Minnesota, more than $1 billion is spent on new boats, engines, trailers, and accessories. May 27
Does defense really win championships? With the Wolves' playoff run, people want to know — does a good defense really win championships? May 22
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Edina pastor reflects during Pride Month: "God did not make a mistake, you are perfect" Yolanda Denson-Byers is where she always knew she would be. Her vocation is head pastor at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Edina. Jun 3
Wayzata teens found nonprofit to find solutions to reduce school shootings School safety is top of mind for a group of Wayzata teenagers. So much so, they founded a nonprofit meant to reduce school shootings and gun violence. Jun 2
All Minnesota contestants in Scripps National Spelling Bee have been eliminated All four Minnesota competing in the quarterfinals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee have been eliminated. May 30
Retired firefighter who received double lung transplant making strides: "I'm getting my life back" A retired firefighter who needed a double lung transplant to survive is making big strides. May 29
Minnesota woman leads charge on new law requiring adult changing tables in U.S. airports In 2018, quadriplegia changed Linda Hood's body, but her will is the same — especially after she realized the basic task of using a public restroom was now alarmingly complicated. May 29
Jun brings Szechuan cooking to Minneapolis Jessie Wong creates flavors and authentic Szechuan cooking in the heart of downtown Minneapolis May 27
Ojibwe song played outside northern Minnesota graduation after school board removed it from ceremony A familiar sound was missing at one high school graduation ceremony on Friday evening. May 28
Four years after George Floyd's murder, Twin Cities teens stress activation over trauma Four years ago, George Floyd was murdered by then-officer Derek Chauvin​. The images are for many seared into memory, never to be dislodged. However, at a Twin Cities teen summit this week, young people worked to meet the challenge of moving forward​. May 24
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Your photos of the northern lights in Minnesota: May 10, 2024 Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades. May 11 27 photos
Notable Deaths in 2024 A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. May 19 27 photos
Double rainbow over Minnesota: April 11, 2024 Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday. Apr 12 17 photos
Images from Nicolae Miu's Apple River stabbing trial Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom. Apr 11 74 photos
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Woman suffers burns in apartment fire near downtown Minneapolis A woman is hospitalized for burns suffered in an apartment fire in Minneapolis on Wednesday morning. 17M ago
Rally planned at Hopkins High School after alleged attack on transgender student A rally for a teen allegedly attacked at Hopkins High School is scheduled for Wednesday morning, and Minnetonka police say they're investigating the attack as a possible hate crime. 1H ago
St. Louis Park liquor store robbery suspect hospitalized after alley standoff Police say an armed liquor store robbery suspect is in custody after a standoff Tuesday evening in St. Louis Park. 1H ago
Minneapolis police union votes to approve historic pay raise Minneapolis leaders are hoping more money will help rebuild the ranks of a depleted police force. 1H ago
Family warns of the danger of working for lake weed removal companies after 2nd death in 2 years "It speaks more to this not being a freak accident, and my heart goes out to them because unfortunately, we know exactly what they're going through," Bill Aune said. 1H ago
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Virgil Tangborn never made it home from World War II, but his legacy lives on 80 years after D-Day Virgil survived the Allied invasion, but just eight days after arriving in France, he was killed by Germans while trying to rescue a fellow soldier from a burning truck. 1H ago
Nonprofit provides spay and neuter resources for rural Minnesotans Spay and neuter resources for animals are harder to find in rural areas, but one Minneapolis nonprofit is working to change that. 19H ago
25-year-old woman dead after crash involving semi, vehicle carrying 3 children in southern Minnesota At least one person is dead after a crash in southern Minnesota that involved three children under 4 and a semi truck. 1H ago
Vulnerable adult found safe in St. Cloud, police say Authorities say a vulnerable adult who left a hospital in central Minnesota Monday night has now been found safe. Jun 4
Body of second canoeist recovered from Boundary Waters after two-week search The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office says it recovered the body of 40-year-old Reis Grams, of Lino Lakes, after more than two weeks​ of searching. Jun 3
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Wisconsin Democrats hope for more legislative power with new district maps Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' new legislative maps have given Democrats hope of regaining the majority in the state Assembly for the first time in 14 years. 20H ago
100-year-old Bloomington man returns to Normandy for 80th anniversary of D-Day A group of World War II veterans flew out of Wisconsin this week on their way Normandy, France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. May 31
Journalism groups sue for names, birthdates and disciplinary records for every Wisconsin police officer Two groups of investigative journalists have filed a lawsuit in the hopes of forcing the Wisconsin Department of Justice to divulge names, birth dates and disciplinary records of every police officer in the state. May 30
Unions argue for overturning Wisconsin law that ended nearly all collective bargaining A law that drew massive protests and made Wisconsin the center of a national fight over union rights has returned to court, facing a new challenge from teachers and public workers brought after the state's Supreme Court flipped to liberal control. May 29
GOP-appointed University of Wisconsin regent refuses to step down when term ends Robert Atwell says he won't step down when his term ends this month. Atwell said in his email that he hoped that his "temporary continuation" as a regent will support communication between legislators and the regents. May 27
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Conservative University of Wisconsin regent resigns after originally refusing to step down A conservative University of Wisconsin regent has resigned, clearing the way for his successor named by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers to take his spot. 51M ago
Supporters of embattled Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty say she's staying true to campaign pledges Hennepin County's top prosecutor is taking heat from all sides following the decision to drop a controversial case against a Minnesota state trooper. 1H ago
Most Americans still not sold on EVs despite push from Biden, poll finds Lack of easy-to-find charging stations continues to be a major reason why many adults do not purchase electric vehicles. 19H ago
Wisconsin Democrats hope for more legislative power with new district maps Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' new legislative maps have given Democrats hope of regaining the majority in the state Assembly for the first time in 14 years. 20H ago
3 Trump allies charged in Wisconsin for 2020 fake elector scheme Charges were filed by the Wisconsin attorney general against three allies to former President Donald Trump related to alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. 22H ago
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Applications open for Minnesota e-bike rebate worth up to $1,500 The rebate is worth 50-75% of the cost of an e-bike and qualifying accessories, up to a maximum of $1,500. 38M ago
3 things you need to know about Minnesota's child tax credit of $1,750 per child Last year, state lawmakers signed off on what was billed as a nation-leading child tax credit program for low- and middle-income Minnesota families aimed at cutting child poverty by one-third. May 30
"Woman Owned Wednesday" launches in Minneapolis' North Loop Dozens of businesses in downtown's North Loop neighborhood are hoping customers will help them celebrate women. May 29
Gov. Walz signs bill raising Minnesota rideshare driver pay, keeping Lyft and Uber in state Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill into law on Tuesday morning that boosts the pay of rideshare drivers while keeping Uber and Lyft operating in the state. May 28
Minnesota officials on alert as Canadian border patrol agents prepare to strike A strike could begin in early to mid-June. If it does happen, crossing through the border could take more than 10 hours. May 27
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East Dubuque man gets life in prison for killing of Iowa grocery store worker An Illinois man has been sentenced to life in prison for killing an Iowa grocery store worker in what police called a "random act of violence.". 36M ago
St. Louis Park liquor store robbery suspect hospitalized after alley standoff Police say an armed liquor store robbery suspect is in custody after a standoff Tuesday evening in St. Louis Park. 1H ago
South St. Paul officer who shot at weapon-brandishing man identified; suspect charged The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has identified the police officer who fired his gun after a man "brandished and pointed a weapon" at officers last Friday. 1H ago
Supporters of embattled Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty say she's staying true to campaign pledges Hennepin County's top prosecutor is taking heat from all sides following the decision to drop a controversial case against a Minnesota state trooper. 1H ago
St. Paul man recently released from prison shot, killed man on Simcoe Street, charges say A St. Paul man faces charges in connection to a shooting last week in St. Paul, in which a 21-year-old driver was killed in the front seat of a car. 21H ago
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Why do men have a lower life expectancy? June is Men's Health Month — a time to maybe remind that guy in your life to take better care of himself. That's especially important since the numbers show that men do not live as long as women. 1H ago
FDA panel votes against MDMA for PTSD, setting up hurdle to approval FDA advisers cited a variety of concerns with the trials submitted by Lykos Therapeutics as part of the application. 18H ago
Minnesota launches summer EBT program for families with school-aged kids Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday announced a new way to help low income families with school-aged kids buy food during the summer school break. May 31
New clinical research wing opens at Minneapolis VA A new research center just broke ground to help improve the lives of our nation's heroes. May 30
What it's like to advocate for mental health resources at the Minnesota state capitol Technically speaking, Elliot Butay is a lobbyist, but they don't love that the term comes with stigma attached. May 30
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Shaq and Chuck heading back to "cold-a** Minnesota" after Timberwolves' Game 4 win The Minnesota Timberwolves avoided the sweep with a Game 4 win over the Mavericks in Dallas Tuesday, giving fans a thrill and the "Inside the NBA" crew the chills. May 29
Albert Ruddy, Oscar-winning producer of "The Godfather," dies at 94 Albert S. Ruddy, who won Oscars for "The Godfather" and "Million-Dollar Baby" and helped create TV's "Hogan's Heroes," died Saturday. May 28
Former "General Hospital" star Johnny Wactor shot and killed in downtown LA Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members. May 27
Morgan Spurlock, "Super Size Me" filmmaker, dies at 53 Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee who focused on food and American diets, has died of cancer at age 53. May 24
Timberwolves podcasts see increase in listeners as team succeeds It's a great time to be a Timberwolves content creator, specifically podcasts. The content medium was barely in its infancy the last time the team was in the Western Conference finals. May 23
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