Wis. Supreme Court race the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
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Mom goes on quest for answers when teen son develops mystery illness
When a 17-year-old Minnesota boy got sick with a mysterious illness, his mom went on a quest for answers.
Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
Minneapolis police believes armed robbery sprees near U connected
Minneapolis police say they're working hard to stop a "disturbing" rash of violent robberies in parts of the city.
Minnesota one step closer to launching recreational marijuana market
Minnesotans are one step closer to seeing cannabis shops popping up in more locations around the state.
Minnesota lawmakers considering low-cost car insurance program
Auto insurance costs keep going up, and Minnesota drivers are feeling it. But lawmakers are looking at a potential solution at the State Capitol Wednesday.
St. Francis Area Schools sued for book ban policy
Since the policy change, the lawsuit claims at least 46 books were removed or are in the process of being removed from St. Francis schools.
How to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
Judge blocks release of ex-Sen. Eichorn after new allegations
A federal judge in Minnesota has blocked the release of a former state senator accused of soliciting a teenage girl for sex after he allegedly tried to obstruct the investigation.
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Cold, quiet Saturday gives way to a wet and windy Sunday
A cooler and quiet start to the weekend will give way to a wet and windy beginning of the week.
Weather officials warn against additional NOAA job cuts
One of the agency's partners, the American Meteorological Society, warned separately that "the consequences to the American people will be large and wide-ranging, including increased vulnerability to hazardous weather."
"Blood Worm Moon" may be visible in parts of Minnesota overnight. Maps show cloud coverage.
Despite a forecast that includes cloudy skies in Minnesota, you still may be able to see the total lunar eclipse in the overnight hours.
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Gov. Walz mandates state workers return to office at least half-time this summer
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
4 things to know from March 26, 2025
A new bill could create a low-cost car insurance program, major changes are coming for how you can get into Target Field and more.
NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report for Minnesota from March 26, 2025
The work week will round out with warm temperatures, but the weekend’s looking wet.
Get away to paradise at Gallera Edina’s flower show
If you're sick of the weather, you can now escape to paradise. The Galleria Floral Experience is back for a sixth year in Edina.
Special election set for Justin Eichorn’s seat, and more headlines
Justin Eichorn's resignation means another special election this legislative session, plus more of the day’s top stories.
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Muba Nour makes history as first Somali-American player on MNUFC2
From playing on local fields to making history on the professional stage, Mubashir "Muba" Nour is proving that no dream is too big, and no goal is too far out of reach.
Wild lose to Golden Knights 5-1
Jack Eichel scored three goals for his fifth career hat trick as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-1.
High School Sports Rally: St. Paul basketball team wraps up big season
The Harding High School boys’ basketball team just finished a historic season with their first-ever state tournament appearance, and it shares extra special meaning for head coach Stephen Solaja.
J.J. McCarthy says Vikings haven't yet handed him No. 1 QB job
With Sam Darnold joining the Seattle Seahawks and a brief dalliance with Aaron Rodgers seemingly ended — or at least on pause — the assumption is the Minnesota Vikings will enter next season with J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback. According to McCarthy himself, though, that's not a sure thing.
Oettinger shines in 3-0 shutout as Stars defeat Wild
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
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How to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
Do sleep trackers help you get better sleep?
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
Here's how potential Medicaid cuts could impact Minnesotans
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
Doctor shares best remedies for congestion, seasonal allergies
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
How do wildlife officials count the fish in Minnesota's lakes?
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
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WCCO alum Caroline Lowe inducted into Minn. Broadcasters Hall of Fame
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Brothers to run Boston Marathon — pushing their dad with ALS the whole way
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Minnesotans reflect on COVID pandemic 5 years after lockdown
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Karen refugees reconnect on study abroad trip to Thailand
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Family back home after fulfilling final wish of son with rare disorder
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
World War II veteran shares stories from the frontlines
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
Men arrested in alleged sexual assault of St. Cloud college student
Two men accused of sexually assaulting a central Minnesota college student have been arrested.
Community comes together for firefighter battling cancer
A decades-long Minneapolis firefighter is now fighting another battle of his own. Six months ago, Mark Lakosky was diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
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Minnesota snowstorm gallery: March 5, 2025
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
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.
Gallery: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
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Galleria Edina's floral display offers escape for the winter-weary
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
Muba Nour makes history as first Somali-American player on MNUFC2
From playing on local fields to making history on the professional stage, Mubashir "Muba" Nour is proving that no dream is too big, and no goal is too far out of reach.
St. Paul food shelf pushes for donations as demand doubles
Demand for help at Merrick Community Services is continuing to climb, and food shelf visits have doubled in just two years' time.
St. Francis Area Schools sued for book ban policy
Since the policy change, the lawsuit claims at least 46 books were removed or are in the process of being removed from St. Francis schools.
Mom goes on quest for answers when teen son develops mystery illness
When a 17-year-old Minnesota boy got sick with a mysterious illness, his mom went on a quest for answers.
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Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
MnDOT says fraudulent E-ZPass messages are "targeting everyone"
Minnesota transportation officials have issued a warning for fake E-ZPass messages that they say are "targeting everyone."
Judge blocks release of ex-Sen. Eichorn after new allegations
A federal judge in Minnesota has blocked the release of a former state senator accused of soliciting a teenage girl for sex after he allegedly tried to obstruct the investigation.
5 people arrested in underage sex sting in Newport, officials say
Five people are facing felony charges after alleged attempts to solicit minors for sex in Washington County, according to the sheriff's office.
Minnesota reports H5N1 in Stearns County dairy herd
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has been found in a Stearns County dairy herd, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
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Wis. Supreme Court race the most expensive judicial election in U.S. history
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
Minnesota bill targets cash incentives to sign election petitions
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
Abortion expected to play a key role in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Early voting in Wis. Supreme Court race tests enthusiasm on both sides
Wisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
Wisconsin men, Iowa women highlight local NCAA Tournament selections
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
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Gov. Walz mandates state workers return to office at least half-time this summer
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday changed the remote work policy for state employees, mandating they be in the office for at least half of their workdays starting this summer.
Minnesota lawmakers considering low-cost car insurance program
Auto insurance costs keep going up, and Minnesota drivers are feeling it. But lawmakers are looking at a potential solution at the State Capitol Wednesday.
Minnesota lawmakers look to tackle rising car insurance costs
Auto insurance costs keep going up, and Minnesota drivers are feeling it. But lawmakers are looking at a potential solution.
Trump downplays national security concerns after group chat scandal
President Trump and other top U.S. officials are continuing to downplay a military leak from a group chat on the message app Signal.
Minnesota one step closer to launching recreational marijuana market
Minnesotans are one step closer to seeing cannabis shops popping up in more locations around the state.
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Minnesota lawmakers considering low-cost car insurance program
Auto insurance costs keep going up, and Minnesota drivers are feeling it. But lawmakers are looking at a potential solution at the State Capitol Wednesday.
Galleria Edina's floral display offers escape for the winter-weary
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
Minnesota one step closer to launching recreational marijuana market
Minnesotans are one step closer to seeing cannabis shops popping up in more locations around the state.
Dangerous Man Brewing Co. to fully cease operations at end of month
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
Iron Door Pub isn't the only business leaving a popular Minneapolis neighborhood
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
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Man arrested during retail theft crackdown facing charges in 8 other cases
A 21-year-old Minneapolis man is accused of committing multiple thefts across the Twin Cities metro, totalling tens of thousands of dollars.
Walz announces special session to fill ex-state Sen. Eichorn's seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
MnDOT says fraudulent E-ZPass messages are "targeting everyone"
Minnesota transportation officials have issued a warning for fake E-ZPass messages that they say are "targeting everyone."
Judge blocks release of ex-Sen. Eichorn after new allegations
A federal judge in Minnesota has blocked the release of a former state senator accused of soliciting a teenage girl for sex after he allegedly tried to obstruct the investigation.
Luigi Mangione wants laptop in jail in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case
Luigi Mangione is asking for a laptop in jail to view material as he awaits trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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How to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
Mom goes on quest for answers when teen son develops mystery illness
When a 17-year-old Minnesota boy got sick with a mysterious illness, his mom went on a quest for answers.
Do sleep trackers help you get better sleep?
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
New tech at Hennepin Healthcare helps detect, prevent strokes
The transcranial doppler tool uses ultrasound to look at blood flow in the brain's major arteries — and unlike other procedures, it's minimally invasive and doesn't expose patients to radiation.
Minnesota reports H5N1 in Stearns County dairy herd
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has been found in a Stearns County dairy herd, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
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Galleria Edina's floral display offers escape for the winter-weary
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
AEW Dynamite set to take over Roy Wilkins Auditorium
On Wednesday, the best of All Elite Wrestling step into center ring at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
Students collab with Mixed Blood to merge theater, climate activism
Students at St. Paul's Open World Learning School are learning about sustainability through the creation of an interactive play addressing the decisions people make and how they impact the environment.
Jonas Brothers to perform in St. Paul as part of new tour
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."