Sen. Hoffman calls daughter "hero" in 1st post-shooting interview
A survivor of the Minnesota lawmaker attacks is speaking out in his first interview since the shootings that shocked the country.
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What's behind the closures of several Twin Cities restaurants?
The Twin Cities have seen some big losses in the local food scene recently. Since the start of June, four popular restaurants have announced they're closing their doors
La Crosse community continues search for Eliotte Heinz
Police in La Crosse, Wisconsin, are searching for a woman who went missing near the Mississippi River in the early morning hours on Sunday.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Minneapolis orders homeless encampment to close by Wed.
Hamoudi Sabri, who transformed his commercial parking lot into an encampment for those experiencing homelessness, believes it is a humanitarian crisis that the city continues to ignore.
Is crying actually good for you?
Tears come for many reasons: a joyful reunion, a surprising win, a frustrating loss and a forever loss, too. And sometimes, tears come for reasons we can hardly explain.
Frey disputes Minneapolis DFL endorsement of Omar Fateh in mayoral race
According to a news release from Frey's campaign, the challenge was filed with the Minnesota DFL on Monday.
Lynx beat Sky 91-68
Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier scored 19 points apiece and the Minnesota Lynx dominated the middle quarters in a 91-68 win over Chicago Sky, improving to 13-0 in home games.
Eagan residents raise concerns about lead emissions
Residents of Eagan, Minnesota, received a state warning about elevated lead emissions coming from a battery recycling business in July.
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Wis. meteorologist warns mom about imminent tornado live on air
A Wisconsin meteorologist was live on the air warning people about a tornado when he realized the storm was headed straight to his mother's house.
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.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on July 22, 2025
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says there's a chance for severe weather tomorrow for the Twin Cities.
Can crying be good for you?
For some of us, crying is a welcome human experience, while others fight back tears. But is crying actually good for you? In Good Question, Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield explains how tears are made and what happens in our bodies after they fall.
La Crosse, Wisconsin community searching for missing woman
A Wisconsin college community is searching for a grad student who disappeared over the weekend.
Minneapolis man allowing homeless encampment on his land ordered to clear it
The city gave a property owner 48 hours to comply with instructions to clear a homeless encampment on one of his lots, but the owner says he's offering shelter to people with nowhere to go. Our Ubah Ali talks with those in need and city leaders about the safety concerns.
2 officers, driver injured in crash involving squad car
Two St. Paul officers and another driver are recovering after a crash tonight.
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How a Minnesota swimmer and his father bond over superheroes
A young Minnesota athlete preparing for the Special Olympics shares a special bond over superheroes with his father. Mike Max introduces the Lepel family.
Lynx beat Sky 91-68
Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier scored 19 points apiece and the Minnesota Lynx dominated the middle quarters in a 91-68 win over Chicago Sky, improving to 13-0 in home games.
U.S. Olympic, Paralympic sports told to comply with Trump's order on trans athletes
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, telling sports governing bodies it has an "obligation to comply" with federal policy.
Vikings begin hard work required to better a 14-win season
The Minnesota Vikings have been motivated by a "more is required" mantra in light of their lopsided loss that bounced a 14-win team from the playoffs.
Hundreds of kids boost their golf skills ahead of 3M Open
Blaine will be busy all week and into the weekend as they host the seventh annual 3M Open Golf Tournament as part of the PGA Tour.
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Is crying actually good for you?
Tears come for many reasons: a joyful reunion, a surprising win, a frustrating loss and a forever loss, too. And sometimes, tears come for reasons we can hardly explain.
What does Minnesota grow best?
Georgia is known for growing peaches, Florida for oranges. But what about Minnesota?
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.
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Crisis nursery helps care for kids when no one else can
The Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery was established by Junior League women who realized there was nowhere to turn when parents were in crisis and needed help caring for their kids.
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.
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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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Minneapolis orders homeless encampment to close by Wed.
Hamoudi Sabri, who transformed his commercial parking lot into an encampment for those experiencing homelessness, believes it is a humanitarian crisis that the city continues to ignore.
Eagan residents raise concerns about lead emissions
Residents of Eagan, Minnesota, received a state warning about elevated lead emissions coming from a battery recycling business in July.
2 St. Paul police officers injured in crash
The crash happened at approximately 6:40 p.m. near the intersection of Westminster and Maryland Avenue.
Hundreds of kids boost their golf skills ahead of 3M Open
Blaine will be busy all week and into the weekend as they host the seventh annual 3M Open Golf Tournament as part of the PGA Tour.
Balance of power on the line in Minnesota Senate
A guilty verdict for one state senator and the sudden death of another could reshape who's in charge in the Minnesota Senate.
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48th defendant convicted in Feeding Our Future fraud case
Asad Abshir pleaded guilty to one count of money laundering. He is the 48th defendant to be convicted in what prosecutors have called the largest pandemic fraud case in the country.
Man accused of shooting into Sherburne County Government Center charged
A 51-year-old Elk River man is accused of shooting into the Sherburne County Government Center on Saturday and attacking three people in the parking lot.
Meeker County man admits to murdering wife with children home
A central Minnesota man pleaded guilty to killing his wife while their children were in the house, but says he doesn't remember the crime due to a lack of medication and sleep.
Minnesota police balance car chases with driver safety
WCCO Investigates is looking at safety on the roads, and how local law enforcement train for a PIT maneuver, after a recent high-speed chase through the streets of Ramsey County.
2 Morrison County deaths ruled murder-suicide
Two people were found dead in central Minnesota Friday morning in what authorities say was a murder-suicide.
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La Crosse community continues search for Eliotte Heinz
Police in La Crosse, Wisconsin, are searching for a woman who went missing near the Mississippi River in the early morning hours on Sunday.
Western Wisconsin crash closes down part of I-94 in Dunn County
The Wisconsin State Patrol says a commercial vehicle motorist was driving slowly on the shoulder of eastbound I-94 in Dunn County, near Menomonie, around 11 a.m. when it was struck from behind by another commercial vehicle.
2 deadly crashes reported in western Wis. 2 minutes apart
Authorities in western Wisconsin are investigating two separate deadly crashes that happened Saturday within minutes of each other.
Minnesota prison inmates training puppies to be assistance dogs
A sign outside the main gate of the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Faribault warns of security dogs, but a special litter of Labrador puppies inside the fences that are providing inmates with a different kind of personal safety.
Wis. meteorologist warns mom about imminent tornado live on air
A Wisconsin meteorologist was live on the air warning people about a tornado when he realized the storm was headed straight to his mother's house.
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U.S. Olympic, Paralympic sports told to comply with Trump's order on trans athletes
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, telling sports governing bodies it has an "obligation to comply" with federal policy.
Balance of power on the line in Minnesota Senate
A guilty verdict for one state senator and the sudden death of another could reshape who's in charge in the Minnesota Senate.
Minnesota Legislature faces shake-up after deaths, resignation
A guilty verdict for one state senator and the sudden death of another could reshape who's in charge at the Minnesota State Capitol. As WCCO's Caroline Cummings reports, that means control of the closely divided Senate is back up for grabs.
Sen. Hoffman calls daughter "hero" in 1st post-shooting interview
A survivor of the Minnesota lawmaker attacks is speaking out in his first interview since the shootings that shocked the country.
Johnson sending House home early amid Epstein files standoff
House lawmakers will head home until September after GOP leaders refuse to hold a vote on the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
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Pino's Pizzeria reopens in new space in St. Paul months after closure
After 37 years in St. Paul's skyway system, Pino's Pizzeria was forced to shut its doors this spring when the building was condemned. But this week, the family-run business reopened just across the street, with a new space, a renewed energy and the same old soul.
What's behind the closures of several Twin Cities restaurants?
The Twin Cities have seen some big losses in the local food scene recently. Since the start of June, four popular restaurants have announced they're closing their doors.
St. Paul Midway Cub Foods closing Aug. 2
The store and pharmacy located at 1440 University Ave. West will close to the public on Aug. 2.
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.
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Men found guilty in federal crackdown on Minneapolis gangs
Court documents say the men were prolific drug traffickers for the Highs street gang, selling fentanyl at the intersection of Broadway and Lyndale in north Minneapolis.
6-month-old dies of bacterial meningitis at Big Lake home
Deputies have described a home where a 6-month-old child died earlier this month as extremely dirty. The Big Lake Police Department confirmed that officers had been called for welfare checks at that home twice in the past year and a half.
48th defendant convicted in Feeding Our Future fraud case
Asad Abshir pleaded guilty to one count of money laundering. He is the 48th defendant to be convicted in what prosecutors have called the largest pandemic fraud case in the country.
Sen. Hoffman calls daughter "hero" in 1st post-shooting interview
A survivor of the Minnesota lawmaker attacks is speaking out in his first interview since the shootings that shocked the country.
Man accused of shooting into Sherburne County Government Center charged
A 51-year-old Elk River man is accused of shooting into the Sherburne County Government Center on Saturday and attacking three people in the parking lot.
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Is crying actually good for you?
Tears come for many reasons: a joyful reunion, a surprising win, a frustrating loss and a forever loss, too. And sometimes, tears come for reasons we can hardly explain.
6-month-old dies of bacterial meningitis at Big Lake home
Deputies have described a home where a 6-month-old child died earlier this month as extremely dirty. The Big Lake Police Department confirmed that officers had been called for welfare checks at that home twice in the past year and a half.
The risks of smartphone use for kids under 13
New research published in the Journal of Human Development and Capabilities suggests kids who get smartphones before age 13 face significantly higher risks of mental health problems.
Dermatologists warn against tracking UV index for tanning
"It's incredibly alarming. They're using it to optimize the amount of time they need to spend sun tanning and getting as dark as possible," said Dr. Cynthia Nicholson, a pediatric dermatologist with M Health Fairview.
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.
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Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, "The Cosby Show" star, dies at 54
Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died.
Katy Perry suffers midair prop malfunction at San Francisco concert
Katy Perry powered through a midair prop malfunction during her concert in San Francisco, California, on Friday night.
"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.