Indigenous Peoples' Day celebrations held across the Twin Cities
Monday marks the second anniversary of Minnesota recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day as an official state holiday.
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St. Paul postal employee allegedly shoots co-worker inside USPS office, police say
St. Paul police are investigating a shooting involving two postal workers on Sunday that left one with life-threatening injuries.
A new caregiver calculator reveals the high cost of caring for loved ones
How much is your caregiving worth? A new tool calculates the financial value of work devoted to aiding loved ones in need.
Liberty beat Lynx 80-66 in Game 2 of WNBA Finals
The win evened the series 1-1 as it shifts to Minnesota for Game 3 on Wednesday night.
Former Wayzata teacher now a New York Times bestseller
Matt Eicheldinger quit his job to follow his dream and waited in great anticipation as his book hit store shelves.
After waiting 62 years, Twin Cities couple savor Gophers' Rose Bowl return
After 62 years of waiting, two Gopher football fans finally got the chance to cheer on their team at the Rose Bowl in Southern California.
Teen seriously injured after crashing stolen car in Minneapolis, state patrol says
A 19-year-old boy is in the hospital after crashing a stolen car on Interstate 35 in Minneapolis.
Elderly couple killed in Carver County crash
The Carver County Sheriff's Office responded to a crash at the intersection of County Road 53 and County Road 50 in Benton Township around 11:50 a.m.
DNA analysis at Hennepin Co. forensics lab stopped after finding contamination
At least 75 DNA samples at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office forensics lab have potentially been contaminated.
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How to prepare water systems, furnaces for cooler months ahead
The temperatures have finally dropped, giving Minnesotans their first taste of cold air and their first reminders of the checklist to protect their home and save money.
Fall cool down continues, scattered showers move in to the north
Another cool fall weekend is on tap for residents across Minnesota this weekend.
When we may see an end to our fall drought
Nearly 20% of Minnesota is facing severe drought conditions due to the jet stream and climate change, according to the National Weather Service.
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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota on Oct. 14, 2024
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says a good chunk of the state is under a freeze warning as temps will fall below freezing tonight.
Program looks to help Minnesota moms struggling with addiction
In Minnesota, around 290,000 people are in need of treatment for addiction — some happen to be women who are pregnant. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield shows us how an unconventional program is saving those babies and their moms.
How Minnesotans are celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day
It's a day of reflection, remembrance and culture. Communities across the state are celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day. WCCO's Beret Leone shows us how Minnesotans are taking part in traditions old and new.
Anoka man wins pumpkin-weighing contest
A horticulture teacher from Anoka has remained the reigning champion of an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California.
Child killed during haunted hayride in Stearns County
An eighth grader from central Minnesota has died on a haunted hayride.
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Metro Deaf School's athletic director is growing the game for her student-athletes
Audrey Kludtke is Metro Deaf School's athletic director. She is also a graduate who used to play basketball and volleyball. That's why she wants to give back to the school that gave her so much.
Wolves seek quick pivot from Towns trade to maintain last season's momentum
The Minnesota Timberwolves took a major step forward last season by posting the second-best record in franchise history at 56-26 and reaching the Western Conference finals.
After waiting 62 years, Twin Cities couple savor Gophers' Rose Bowl return
After 62 years of waiting, two Gopher football fans finally got the chance to cheer on their team at the Rose Bowl in Southern California.
Liberty beat Lynx 80-66 in Game 2 of WNBA Finals
Breanna Stewart scored 21 points and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 on Sunday in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.
Minnesota wins 21-17 against UCLA
Darius Taylor scored two touchdowns, including a 4-yard touchdown reception with 27 seconds remaining as Minnesota rallied for a 21-17 victory over UCLA Saturday night at the Rose Bowl.
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How important are expiration dates?
Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
Vikings fans: Here's what history says about NFL teams that start 5-0.
How successful are NFL teams that start 5-0? Good Question. Here's why Vikings fans should be both excited and cautious given the team's history.
How were the months named?
Calendars have long been debated — and modified — before getting to the 12 months we know today.
Why stair exercises may be your best bet for burning calories
The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building.
When is the best time to book a holiday flight?
Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights.
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Program helps moms struggling with addiction
In Minnesota, around 290,000 people are in need of treatment for addiction, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. Some of those people happen to be women who are pregnant.
Carver County nonprofit helps families in need build back their lives
These days, more and more families are struggling to make ends meet. A Carver County nonprofit — Love Inc, or Love in the Name of Christ — is working to alleviate day to day burdens so families can focus on financials.
Hopkins elementary school debuts accessible playground
Everywhere you look at Glen Lake Elementary School in Hopkins, Minnesota, love is in the air because of what is now on the ground.
Bus driver paying it forward after he says job offer saved his life
Hess knows first-hand how important it is to help others because it wasn't that long ago that feelings of isolation and despair overcame him.
Minneapolis mayor, advocates spar over handling of encampments
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is explaining his call for city staff to "expedite" encampment clearings, while preventing new encampments from forming.
Every Meal packs thousands of meals for kids
A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger.
Bunny's hosting fundraiser for Park Tavern crash victims
Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000.
Vikings rookie Walter Rouse says late aunt "lit a fire" under him to give back
Walter Rouse told his coaches he doesn't want to miss out on any chance to give back to his new community while he's wearing the Vikings jersey.
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Northern lights in Minnesota: Oct. 10, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
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.
Northern lights spotted over Minnesota: Sept. 16, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Minnesota storm photos: Aug. 29, 2024
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.
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Elderly couple killed in Carver County crash
The Carver County Sheriff's Office responded to a crash at the intersection of County Road 53 and County Road 50 in Benton Township around 11:50 a.m.
DNA analysis at Hennepin Co. forensics lab stopped after finding contamination
At least 75 DNA samples at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office forensics lab have potentially been contaminated.
Program helps moms struggling with addiction
In Minnesota, around 290,000 people are in need of treatment for addiction, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. Some of those people happen to be women who are pregnant.
How to prepare water systems, furnaces for cooler months ahead
The temperatures have finally dropped, giving Minnesotans their first taste of cold air and their first reminders of the checklist to protect their home and save money.
Anoka man wins pumpkin-weighing contest
A horticulture teacher from Anoka has remained the reigning champion of an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California.
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DNA analysis at Hennepin Co. forensics lab stopped after finding contamination
At least 75 DNA samples at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office forensics lab have potentially been contaminated.
St. Cloud says Trump still owes $200,000+ for rally
Local officials say former President Donald Trump's campaign still owes a central Minnesota city nearly $209,000 for services related to a July campaign rally.
How to prepare water systems, furnaces for cooler months ahead
The temperatures have finally dropped, giving Minnesotans their first taste of cold air and their first reminders of the checklist to protect their home and save money.
Teen dies at haunted hayride in Stearns County, sheriff says
A 13-year-old boy is dead after being run over by a wagon being pulled by a tractor at a haunted hayride in St. Augusta, sheriff says.
Photo shows once-in-a-lifetime comet streaking across Minnesota sky
People around the world were looking to the sky over the weekend, in search of a rare comet that's passing by Earth this month.
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JD Vance makes stop at former site of Minneapolis police precinct
The fight to sway undecided voters is heating up in Minnesota and western Wisconsin with Election Day now just three weeks away.
Wisconsin Supreme Court wrangles with Gov. Evers' "crazy" 400-year veto
Justices on the Wisconsin Supreme Court say that Gov_ Tony Evers' creative use of his expansive veto power in an attempt to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years appeared to be "extreme" and "crazy.".
Trump visits Wisconsin for fourth time in eight days as GOP's swing state worries grow
Donald Trump on Sunday visited Wisconsin for the fourth time in eight days as his campaign showers attention on a pivotal state where Republicans fret about his ability to match Democrats' enthusiasm and turnout machine.
Wisconsin Democrats, Republicans pick new presidential electors
Democrats and Republicans in Wisconsin picked new presidential electors on Tuesday, almost four years after Republicans from the state posed as fake electors for former President Donald Trump.
Firefighters battle blaze at Wisconsin railroad tie recycling facility
Firefighters are battling a blaze at a railroad tie recycling facility in western Wisconsin.
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St. Cloud says Trump still owes $200,000+ for rally
Local officials say former President Donald Trump's campaign still owes a central Minnesota city nearly $209,000 for services related to a July campaign rally.
JD Vance makes stop at former site of Minneapolis police precinct
The fight to sway undecided voters is heating up in Minnesota and western Wisconsin with Election Day now just three weeks away.
CBS News poll shows Harris has slight lead over Trump
Both presidential candidates will stump through several key swing states this week, with Election Day now just over three weeks away.
Minnesota Secretary of State talks election security
The FBI is still investigating a mailed threat to the office of Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon. Another issue is registrations have gone out to people who are not eligible to vote. Esme Murphy talks to Simon about both issues.
Steve Simon says security a "huge priority" for Election Day
With the election just over three weeks away, concerns are mounting about threats to the election system nationwide.
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Krispy Kreme plans return to Twin Cities in 2025
Years after Krispy Kreme vanished from Minnesota following a much-ballyhooed opening blitz, the doughnut chain is planning to return to the state.
How important are expiration dates?
Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
St. Paul group helping homeless move into permanent housing
An organization in St. Paul is working to get people from tents and shelters into permanent homes.
Lunds and Byerlys recalls Lone Star Dip over mold concern
Lunds and Byerlys is recalling around 500 containers of their Lone Star Dip because of potential mold contamination.
Minneapolis Fed president gives economy "A" grade
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, gives the state of the economy right now high marks and expects more interest rate cuts before the year's end.
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DNA analysis at Hennepin Co. forensics lab stopped after finding contamination
At least 75 DNA samples at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office forensics lab have potentially been contaminated.
Man, 25, found guilty in fatal road rage shooting
A New Brighton man was found guilty of murder Thursday in a 2023 fatal road rage shooting near downtown Minneapolis
New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
2 in critical condition after shooting inside home near St. Cloud
Two men are in critical condition after being shot inside a central Minnesota home on Sunday afternoon.
St. Paul postal employee allegedly shoots co-worker inside USPS office, police say
St. Paul police are investigating a shooting involving two postal workers on Sunday that left one with life-threatening injuries.
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Program helps moms struggling with addiction
In Minnesota, around 290,000 people are in need of treatment for addiction, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. Some of those people happen to be women who are pregnant.
How "Tommy John surgery" changed our national pastime
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Drug overdose deaths in Minnesota drop 1st time in 5 years
Drug overdose deaths in Minnesota dropped by 8% in 2023 compared to the year before, preliminary data from the state's health department show.
Neighbors bond over breast cancer journeys as rates rise among AAPI women
New data shows the breast cancer rate is growing each year in women under 50, with the highest increase in Asian American and Pacific Islander women.
What is "runner's high"? And what happens in our bodies to create it?
Twin Cities Marathon runners might still be recovering from Sunday's run, but that doesn't mean they're not basking in the bliss of finishing a long race.
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Series premiere of 'NCIS: Origins' debuts on Monday, Oct. 14
Go back in time as a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs begins his career as a newly minted special agent in the new CBS series "NCIS: Origins."
New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
Al Pacino on becoming Al Pacino
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
How a Twin Cities event connects the BIPOC community to the film industry
An event designed to get more people of color involved in the film and television industry is connecting Minnesotans to career expanding opportunities.
CBS announces its 2024-25 prime-time schedule
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.