Finding Minnesota: 834 Nativity Scenes
You know the story of Mary, who had to stay in a manger because there was no room at the inn. Now we have the story of Helen, who's running out of room at home -- because it's overflowing with mangers.
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You know the story of Mary, who had to stay in a manger because there was no room at the inn. Now we have the story of Helen, who's running out of room at home -- because it's overflowing with mangers.
One of the most popular shows on stage this time of the year is "The Nutcracker." And here in the Twin Cities, there are about nine different dance companies performing it this month.
By now, you've heard of Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and Vixen but how about Sophie, Yukon, Chestnut and Jingles?
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it's time to get ready for a flurry of additional holiday meals leading up through New Years.
The back roads of Sherburne County are about 3,000 miles shy of the North Pole. But that's where you'll find another kind man in his workshop, making toys year-round.
In Cannon Falls, people passing by the Ferndale Market could easily assume it's just like any other store off Highway 52. They'd be wrong.
The legend of Paul Bunyan is big in Minnesota, but only one town - Pequot Lakes - has Bunyan's giant fishing bobber.
At the beginning of the 20th Century, Minnesota became home for the largest Swedish population in the country.
Throughout history, the mysterious crow has often been viewed with suspicion and fear. What, then, should we make of a place with a giant crow on the edge of town -- just beyond its cemetery?
All kinds of old things have found new life in an art exhibit that just opened on the campus of Metro State University.
Pretty soon, families will start testing their carving skills on this year's jack-o-lanterns. But a few of the pumpkins from one Minnesota farm never make it that far.
This week in Finding Minnesota, we went to see one of the oldest trees in the state. It's just outside of Rochester, in the city of Oronoco.
The fall grape harvest is under way at Minnesota's 30-plus wineries.
This is the time of the year many of us head out to an apple orchard and pull out our favorite apple pie recipes.
Before you know it, the trees in Minnesota will be turning bright shades of yellow, orange and red.
Among the biggest races on the ballot in November is the mayor's race in St Paul, and incumbent Melvin Carter is running for a third term.
In an exclusive interview with WCCO, Rep. Ilhan Omar announced she is endorsing state Sen. Omar Fateh for mayor of Minneapolis.
Village Shores Senior Living Community in Richfield is located just a mile from the church, and did something special to make sure those impacted by this violence feel loved.
St. Paul police are investigating after two men were injured in a shooting on the city's east side late Saturday night.
A man will receive millions of dollars after losing part of his leg due to a crash with a Metro Transit bus in Minneapolis more than two years ago.
Downtown Anoka business owners are singing the praises of the city's social district. Since its pilot program debut in 2023, it has allowed people to bring open alcohol to certain streets, sights and establishments during warmer months of the year.
A treasurer of a non-profit in Isanti County, Minnesota is accused of using her position to steal nearly $100,000.
Nearly a week after a small plane crashed near an airport in McGregor, Minnesota, almost everyone is out of the hospital, and man's best friend is back with his owners.
Data entry errors in DWI testing equipment may impact at least 277 cases and have prompted the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to order a statewide inspection of the instruments.
Health officials in Minnesota is reporting two new measles cases, bringing the state's total number this year to 20.
Nearly a week after a small plane crashed near an airport in McGregor, Minnesota, almost everyone is out of the hospital, and man's best friend is back with his owners.
Working as a starting pitcher in the NL Division Series between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers has been one tough job.
A federal judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man accused of smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies to a year and a day in prison.
Wisconsin's Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul has decided not to run for governor and will instead seek reelection to a third term.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice is asking a judge to immediately put on hold his order that would require elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered Wisconsin voters before the next statewide election in February.
Village Shores Senior Living Community in Richfield is located just a mile from the church, and did something special to make sure those impacted by this violence feel loved.
When the news broke that Milton's would be closing, many longtime patrons were stunned.
Kelly Kunz began what she calls "Street Justice Ministry" months ago, buying a bus and using it to give essentials to those on the streets.
A 90-year-old former network producer is sharing her life lessons in a book, detailing her upbringing from a farm in Minnesota to Manhattan and back.
Love Your Melon began with beanies and a mission to fight childhood cancer. Now, one of its founders is bringing it all back with a bold new vision.
Among the biggest races on the ballot in November is the mayor's race in St Paul, and incumbent Melvin Carter is running for a third term.
In an exclusive interview with WCCO, Rep. Ilhan Omar announced she is endorsing state Sen. Omar Fateh for mayor of Minneapolis.
The 2025 election is just over three weeks away and one of the biggest races is for St. Paul mayor. There are five candidates who are running. Incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter talked about his vision for a third term with Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
Democratic leaders in Congress have pushed for serious negotiations with Republican leaders and the White House to end the stalemate.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
It's a pretty polarizing food — some love it, some not so much. Cottage cheese has been hard to find recently because sales are skyrocketing.
A beloved Minnesota brewery that closed its taproom in 2023 and ceased operations completely earlier this year is set to make a return.
Owamni, a decorated Indigenous restaurant that sits along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, is relocating — but it's not going far.
It's common nowadays to wear something in or over your ears to listen to music, a podcast or talk on the phone. Some people use them for hours on end every single day.
A new initiative is letting people bring open alcoholic drinks onto the streets of Shakopee and inside participating businesses. But it's getting mixed reviews one month in.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
St. Paul police are investigating after two men were injured in a shooting on the city's east side late Saturday night.
The shooting at Willie's Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island left at least 20 injured, including four in critical condition, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office said.
A treasurer of a non-profit in Isanti County, Minnesota is accused of using her position to steal nearly $100,000.
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione asked a New York federal judge on Saturday to dismiss some criminal charges, including the only count for which he could face the death penalty, from a federal indictment brought against him in the December assassination of UnitedHealthcare's chief executive.
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione asked a New York federal judge on Saturday to dismiss some criminal charges, including the only count for which he could face the death penalty, from a federal indictment brought against him in the December assassination of UnitedHealthcare's chief executive.
Health officials in Minnesota is reporting two new measles cases, bringing the state's total number this year to 20.
A North Dakota judge has upheld the state's ban on gender-affirming care for kids.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
You likely know what OCD stands for, but many people don't know what having obsessive-compulsive disorder actually means.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
"Purple Rain," the movie that launched Prince into superstardom in 1984, is hitting the stage.
Three Banana Ball games will be held in Minneapolis next year, according to the Minnesota Twins, who say all of the games will feature the Savannah Bananas and the Loco Beach Coconuts.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Disney is hiking single-day ticket prices at two of it most popular parks for certain holiday periods.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
Koi Perich returned an interception for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter and Minnesota held on to defeat Purdue 27-20.
Kirill Marchenko had his fourth career hat trick and Elvis Merzlikins made 48 saves in his season debut to carry the Columbus Blue Jackets past Minnesota 7-4 to spoil the Wild's home opener on Saturday.
A'ja Wilson scored 31 points, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young both added 18 and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals.
Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier earned her third consecutive All-WNBA First Team selection on Friday.
Among the biggest races on the ballot in November is the mayor's race in St Paul, and incumbent Melvin Carter is running for a third term.
Rep. Nolan West says day cares aren’t safe enough, and he has firsthand experience.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
Her has represented St. Paul in the state legislature since 2019. Among the neighborhoods she represents are Cathedral Hill and Mac-Groveland.
Ramsey Park is so large some people call it "The Little Yellowstone of Minnesota." And it was actually a state park at one point. But in 1957, Redwood Falls acquired the land for $1 and then made a few changes.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to one of the last limestone kilns in the state.
Earlier this month, many students went back to school after summer vacation, but in the town of McGregor, Minnesota it's always the first day of school.
In the United States, there are 13 different towns named Long Beach. The one in Minnesota is the smallest, but it's found a colorful way to stand out.
The Aerial Lift Bridge has been granting safe passage for so long that it's become part of the city's skyline. It's evolved over the years, but many of its original parts are still intact.
It's a pretty polarizing food — some love it, some not so much. Cottage cheese has been hard to find recently because sales are skyrocketing.
You likely know what OCD stands for, but many people don't know what having obsessive-compulsive disorder actually means.
It's common nowadays to wear something in or over your ears to listen to music, a podcast or talk on the phone. Some people use them for hours on end every single day.
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield finds out if there is "ick" in the licks.
The Twin Cities each have a unique personality, pace, and history. But in the mid-1800s, both were still searching for what to call their communities.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
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The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
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.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says highs will stay seasonable in the upper 50s to near 60.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says Tuesday is expected to be the coolest day of the week.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says there will be on-and-off showers throughout the day.
Wind gusts will reach up to 35 mph, and there's a chance for some on-and-off showers throughout the day.
The community marked the 5-year observance of the Survivors of Sexual Violence Memorial in Minneapolis.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says highs will stay seasonable in the upper 50s to near 60.
Jason Rantala explains how the city's social district won over several skeptics.
Esme Murphy spoke exclusively with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and Sen. Omar Fateh.
Liza's parents celebrated the occasion by taking her to Sociable Cider Werks for a special kitty cocktail.