Defense rests in Sen. Nicole Mitchell's burglary trial
The fate of the embattled Democratic senator will soon be in the jury's hands.
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Murder victim's family opens up about traumatic parole process for killer
In the last year, the Supervised Release Board has paroled a higher percentage of prisoners than any commissioner in the past 30 years.
Scattered storms set to roll into Twin Cities Friday evening
Friday will feature highs in the mid 70s and will be mostly dry in the Twin Cities through the early afternoon, with scattered storms developing between 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and expanding east through the evening.
Application window for 2025 Minnesota e-bike rebates opens July 30
The window for Minnesotans to apply for a state-funded e-bike rebate will open later this month.
Scott Jensen announces another run for Minnesota governor
Scott Jensen, the Minnesota gubernatorial nominee who lost the 2022 election to incumbent Democratic Gov. Tim Walz, announced Thursday he will run for the office again.
2 dead in northern Minnesota house fire
According to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, crews were dispatched to the home in Beatty Township around 9:20 p.m.
Ground squirrels taking over Minot, N.D., possibly outnumbering humans
Ground squirrels have proliferated in Minot, North Dakota's fourth-largest city, where they're burrowing everywhere from vacant lots to the middle of town, and growing more plentiful over the past two decades.
Capitol officer accused of posing as undercover cop in Minneapolis
A Minnesota State Capitol security officer is on leave after being charged with several crimes, including impersonating an officer.
Men indicted in one of Minnesota's largest drug busts ever
Two men have been federally indicted in what officials are calling "one of the largest" drug busts in Minnesota history.
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Rain postpones some USA Cup soccer games in Blaine
"It's probably the most diverse weather experience we've had in the years that I can remember," said Sara Soli, who has worked with the tournament for nine years.
Doctors warn to limit time outside amid air quality issues
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued a statewide air quality alert through 9 a.m. Monday because of Canadian wildfire smoke.
Minnesota K-9 unit heads to flood-ravaged Texas, Walz says
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says one of the state's elite K-9 units is heading to central Texas to aid in search and recovery efforts following the devastating floods.
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Minnesota Monthly hosting Fine Spirits Classic
Minnesota Monthly's Arthur Morrissey shares a preview of the upcoming event.
What is the coolest thing that's made in Minnesota?
Elizabeth Sherry, with the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, shares the details of a new effort to determine what the coolest thing that's made in Minnesota might be.
When it comes to fast food, some drive-thrus are faster than others
A new survey looked closely at which fast food chains generally live up to the title.
Creative ways to keep your kids engaged in the waning weeks of summer vacation
Ruth Mason, with Minnetonka Center for the Arts, shares some ideas that are aimed at keeping kids' brains engaged.
Is your dog secretly judging you?
New studies suggest canine social evaluation remains a mystery. "It's clear that reputation formation may be more complex than previously thought, even for animals like dogs that closely cooperate with humans," researcher Hoi-Lam Jim said.
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Minnesota native Tom Lehman unveils new golf course design
Lehman is Minnesota's most accomplished golfer with five PGA Tour wins.
Jordan Addison pleads no contest to reckless driving in California
Addison entered a nolo contendere plea to wet reckless driving upon a highway, according to Los Angeles County court records. Two drunken driving charges against him were dismissed.
How a Minneapolis teacher is providing opportunities for local hoopers
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
LAFC beats Minnesota United 1-0
Denis Bouanga scored on a first-half penalty kick and Hugo Lloris made it stand up for his third straight clean sheet as Los Angeles FC edged Minnesota United 1-0.
Rain postpones some USA Cup soccer games in Blaine
"It's probably the most diverse weather experience we've had in the years that I can remember," said Sara Soli, who has worked with the tournament for nine years.
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Why do we light fireworks on July 4?
A big part of the upcoming July Fourth holiday involves marveling at explosions in the sky.
Why are salt and pepper the top seasonings?
It's a pairing so perfect that their names have come to symbolize dynamic duos. They're a staple from restaurant tables to kitchen tables.
Could the death penalty happen in Minnesota?
The high-profile assassination of a top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband could bring about a form of punishment long banned in the state.
What is summer fatigue? How to manage energy levels during peak heat.
How do you know it's not something more serious, like heat exhaustion? Doctors say heat exhaustion can sneak up on a person quickly if they don't pay attention to the symptoms.
What are the best practices when it comes to laundry?
The average American family washes about 300 loads of laundry per year.
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Kids strut their stuff during Great Minds Couture for Kids fashion show
The event raised more than $100,000 to create a new sensory suite with a gym for active engagement and a calming room for soothing regulation.
Wisconsin teen's bait shop makes a comeback after zoning laws shut it down
A Spooner, Wisconsin teenager had a dream of operating his own bait shop this summer. But two weeks after he opened, Max McKinney's business was shut down due to zoning laws.
Abang Yoli's Chef Jamie Yoo on bringing Korean fusion to Minnesota
Abang Yoli's chef Jamie Yoo didn't know until he was a teenager that he wanted to be in a kitchen.
Annual Minnesota lemonade stand raises funds, awareness for disability
A young man with a heart as big as his smile dedicated a hot summer day to helping others like him. Joe Carr has been organizing an annual fundraiser by setting up a lemonade stand in Richfield for a decade now.
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Every new food, drink and vendor at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
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.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Gallery: Vietnam through the lens of Arthur Phillips Sr.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
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Application window for 2025 Minnesota e-bike rebates opens July 30
The window for Minnesotans to apply for a state-funded e-bike rebate will open later this month.
Capitol officer accused of posing as undercover cop in Minneapolis
A Minnesota State Capitol security officer is on leave after being charged with several crimes, including impersonating an officer.
Kids strut their stuff during Great Minds Couture for Kids fashion show
The event raised more than $100,000 to create a new sensory suite with a gym for active engagement and a calming room for soothing regulation.
Men indicted in one of Minnesota's largest drug busts ever
Two men have been federally indicted in what officials are calling "one of the largest" drug busts in Minnesota history.
Minnesota Yacht Club Festival expected to bring 35K to St. Paul
The three-day Minnesota Yacht Club Festival takes center stage in downtown St. Paul on Friday. This summer's headliners include Green Day and Hozier and tickets are still available.
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Application window for 2025 Minnesota e-bike rebates opens July 30
The window for Minnesotans to apply for a state-funded e-bike rebate will open later this month.
Defense rests in Sen. Nicole Mitchell's burglary trial
The defense team of Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell has rested its case on Friday in her burglary trial, and closing arguments have begun.
2 dead in northern Minnesota house fire
According to the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, crews were dispatched to the home in Beatty Township around 9:20 p.m.
Driver seriously hurt in Isanti County Fair crash, officials say
A man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash at the Isanti County Fair in Cambridge, Minnesota, on Thursday evening, according to fair officials.
Driver charged in Sherburne Co. crash that critically injured teen
A 71-year-old man has been charged in connection with a crash that injured three teenagers, one of them severely, earlier this year in central Minnesota.
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Wisconsin teen's bait shop makes a comeback after zoning laws shut it down
A Spooner, Wisconsin teenager had a dream of operating his own bait shop this summer. But two weeks after he opened, Max McKinney's business was shut down due to zoning laws.
Wis. elections officials find clerk broke laws over uncounted ballots
Wisconsin election officials have found that the former Madison city clerk broke five election laws during the 2020 presidential election.
Woman who stabbed classmate to please Slender Man to be released
A Wisconsin judge has approved releasing a woman from a mental hospital, more than a decade after she nearly killed a classmate to please the fictional horror character Slender Man.
Video shows aftermath of Wisconsin black bear attack
New video shows the aftermath of a bear attack, and gunshots, in western Wisconsin.
Wis. governor's election is a year away, but ads are already starting
Wisconsin's race for governor is hitting the airwaves more than a year before voting begins.
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Defense rests in Sen. Nicole Mitchell's burglary trial
The defense team of Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell has rested its case on Friday in her burglary trial, and closing arguments have begun.
Sen. Mitchell's defense team may rest its case Friday in burglary trial, and more headlines
Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell's defense team continues its case on Friday in her criminal trial with at least two more witnesses on her behalf, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Scott Jensen announces 2026 campaign for Minnesota governor
The last Republican candidate for Minnesota governor says he's running again.
Trump orders Bondi to seek release of Epstein-related grand jury testimony
President Trump late Thursday ordered the Justice Department to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
MnDOT answers your summer road construction questions
Minnesotans are more frustrated than normal as an increased road construction season forces delays and closures.
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Application window for 2025 Minnesota e-bike rebates opens July 30
The window for Minnesotans to apply for a state-funded e-bike rebate will open later this month.
Back-to-school shopping starts early for parents concerned about tariffs
According to a report by Coresight Research, 62% of shoppers say they'll begin back-to-school shopping before August, up over 8 percentage points from last year.
Mpls. City Council approves price increase on e-cigarettes
The Minneapolis City Council approved changes to its tobacco ordinance on Thursday, raising prices on e-cigarettes and tightening restrictions on retailers.
Pool contractor changes attorney instead of plea in federal fraud case
A pool contractor at the center of a WCCO investigation was expected to change his plea to guilty on Wednesday. Instead, he changed attorneys.
Cafe & Bar Lurcat in Minneapolis to close after more than 2 decades
Cafe & Bar Lurcat, a longtime destination near Loring Park in Minneapolis, will close at the end of this summer, as announced Tuesday by its owners. It is another from a growing list of Twin Cities restaurant staples that are calling it quits.
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Defense rests in Sen. Nicole Mitchell's burglary trial
The defense team of Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell has rested its case on Friday in her burglary trial, and closing arguments have begun.
Capitol officer accused of posing as undercover cop in Minneapolis
A Minnesota State Capitol security officer is on leave after being charged with several crimes, including impersonating an officer.
Murder victim's family opens up about traumatic parole process for killer
In the last year, the Supervised Release Board has paroled a higher percentage of prisoners than any commissioner in the past 30 years.
Men indicted in one of Minnesota's largest drug busts ever
Two men have been federally indicted in what officials are calling "one of the largest" drug busts in Minnesota history.
Driver charged in Sherburne Co. crash that critically injured teen
A 71-year-old man has been charged in connection with a crash that injured three teenagers, one of them severely, earlier this year in central Minnesota.
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Kids strut their stuff during Great Minds Couture for Kids fashion show
The event raised more than $100,000 to create a new sensory suite with a gym for active engagement and a calming room for soothing regulation.
Search warrants executed at Housing Stabilization Services programs
Federal agents are investigating a "massive scheme to defraud" Minnesota's Housing Stabilization Services program, according to court documents.
Thousands of Twin Cities, Duluth nurses ratify contract
The Minnesota Nurses Association, which represents 15,000 nurses across 13 hospitals, says the new contract addresses staffing, workplace safety and fair wages.
COVID cases likely rising in half of states, CDC estimates
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Minn. poison control sees boom in mushroom exposure calls
A warm, wet summer weather means wild mushrooms are multiplying, and poison control calls are increasing.
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"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to end in May 2026
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Minnesota Yacht Club Festival expected to bring 35K to St. Paul
The three-day Minnesota Yacht Club Festival takes center stage in downtown St. Paul on Friday. This summer's headliners include Green Day and Hozier and tickets are still available.
"Pretty Little Baby" singer Connie Francis dies at age 87
Connie Francis was a wholesome pop star of the 1950s and '60s whose personal life was filled with heartbreak and tragedy.
Twin Cities HGTV show "Decorating Cents" has new following thanks to Tiktok
Most of the longtime HGTV makeover series was shot in the Twin Cities, and is now going viral decades later.
Nelly is final Minnesota State Fair 2025 Grandstand act to be announced
It will be getting "Hot in Herre" at the Minnesota State Fair when Nelly takes the Grandstand stage to perform.