Report: Nearly $23 billion in gift card balances goes unspent annually
"Generally in Minnesota, a store-based gift card isn't going to have an expiration date or a declining balance," said Bruce Nustad with the Minnesota Retail Association.
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"Generally in Minnesota, a store-based gift card isn't going to have an expiration date or a declining balance," said Bruce Nustad with the Minnesota Retail Association.
The Taste of Minnesota is coming back this summer for its second year in downtown Minneapolis.
The start of the Minnesota legislative session is just three weeks away and the legislature appears ready to tackle one of the major issues they didn't complete last session: sports betting.
As a bout of bitter and deadly cold sweeps the U.S., millions of Americans are being told to dress in layers if they must go outside.
Dressing properly in layers can help you battle the elements and stay warm while outside.
Minnesota State Sen. Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) has announced his renewed intentions to make sports betting legal in Minnesota, after similar efforts missed the finish line last time around.
The trendy cup retails for about $45, but some who were able to grab the latest releases — including Valentine's Day editions and Starbucks Winter Pink Stanley Quencher — are now reselling them online.
Now that Minnesota and Western Wisconsin are experiencing wind chills in the 20 to 30 below zero range, heating issues are popping up in homes.
Homeowners can do it through the free Solar United Neighbors co-op, a group that leverages the power of buying in bulk to connect a group of homeowners to reputable installers.
Minnesotans are now better protected from so-called "predatory" short-term loans. A law capping short-term interest rates at 36% went into effect on Jan. 1.
Good news for Minnesota State Fair attendees: Ticket prices will not increase for the 2024 event, organizers announced Sunday.
It's a partnership with local cafes allowing Twin Cities goers to explore, sip and savor. Coffee lovers simply bring their booklet into participating shops and get a free coffee.
The group is fighting for better pay and safety protections, and to stop account deactivations.
A tentative agreement was offered last May, but was turned down by 96% of its flight attendants.
Even with the mild winter, the risk of high radon levels is higher during this time of year. We're still keeping doors closed to keep the warm out, which can cause the gas to build to unhealthy levels.
A man has pleaded guilty to causing a crash near downtown Minneapolis that killed a woman and injured several others last fall.
Imagine paying to donate a truckload of items, only to find out they were trashed. That's what happened to one local family.
A 79-year-old Minneapolis woman is recovering after being hit by gunfire inside her home early Sunday.
Ranked 4,292nd in the world, Jimmy Abdo had no place making as much noise at the U.S. Amateur as he did. But he did it anyway.
Officers responded to the shooting at a house on the 5800 block of Drew Avenue North around 1:52 p.m.
The girls — ages 14, 13, 10 and 8 — had paddleboarded to the island from Black Beach in Silver Bay, Minnesota, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
The southern Minnesota city of Waseca has closed several beaches, boat ramps and bodies of water due to possible water contamination.
A man from Minnesota's capital city was killed in a rollover crash north of the Twin Cities Saturday night.
Loved ones of a Minnesota man killed in a motorcycle crash on Sunday are mourning. Family and friends gathered on Friday to celebrate the life of Rocky Bodell, who was known as the "rock" of Rock Creek.
A 24-year-old woman has been sentenced for her role in the murder of an Isle, Minnesota, man whose partial remains were found in a tote in 2023, according to court records filed on Friday.
A deer hunter has discovered a rare subtropical wood stork in the wilds of Wisconsin.
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin are helping war veterans deal with their post-traumatic stress disorder.
A motorcyclist from Minnesota was killed in a crash with a truck pulling a trailer in western Wisconsin on Sunday.
Flash flooding canceled the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday as continued heavy rainfall in half a dozen Midwest states has led to water rescues, power outages and road closures.
Niche released its list of best high schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Did your child's high school make the list?
The second annual Guns and Hoses event is being held to raise money for police officers, firefighters and paramedics across the state, including those who responded to the shootings that wounded Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman and his wife.
After a monthslong push for more transparency, a community exposed to elevated lead emissions earlier this year was able to get some answers from investigators.
Dozens of students will be looking their best when heading back to school, thanks to the annual Youth Appreciation Day in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Sometimes there are milestones so rare that they turn a care center into the most joyful place in town.
After a successful food giveaway earlier this summer, a local organization is making its services more permanent.
The White House is working on next steps to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
President Trump was joined in the Oval Office on Monday by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders, just days after a face-to-face summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
On Monday, President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders to discuss the path forward on a possible end to the war in Ukraine. Esme Murphy shares reaction from those awaiting the outcome.
Binary triggers are devices that allow a gun to shoot one shot on the pull of the trigger and a second shot when releasing it.
President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
Local organizations are stepping up to help families in need have a successful school year, from end-of-summer celebrations to free haircuts and full backpacks of essentials.
One Minnesota woman left the corporate world to run her own bakery in Saint Paul's Lowertown.
Some recent, big-name restaurant closures in Minneapolis have fueled concerns about the health of the Twin Cities dining scene.
A popular northeast Minneapolis bar and restaurant is no longer under threat of closure due to construction in the area.
WCCO tests if in-store and online prices are different at Target, Walmart and Best Buy.
A man has pleaded guilty to causing a crash near downtown Minneapolis that killed a woman and injured several others last fall.
A 79-year-old Minneapolis woman is recovering after being hit by gunfire inside her home early Sunday.
The man was charged on Friday with second-degree criminal sexual conduct and first-degree assault, accoridng to court documents.
Marius Borg Hoiby has been under investigation since his arrest in August 2024 on suspicion of assaulting a girlfriend.
The sheriff's office believes the same person committed all of the robberies. During the third incident, the suspect assaulted a store clerk.
Today, the program has nine helicopters, 45 pilots and it airlifts about 2,600 patients a year.
The southern Minnesota city of Waseca has closed several beaches, boat ramps and bodies of water due to possible water contamination.
One in every seven police officers worldwide suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder or depression, and one in every 10 struggles with other mental illnesses. Officers in Bloomington, Minnesota, are making sure to check in and take care of their fellow officers.
A dog named Nova is suiting up for a very special purpose: keeping a close eye on her human, University of Minnesota medical student Wesley Flint.
A Victoria, Minnesota, family is channeling their heartbreak into hope.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. The release date is now set for Oct. 3.
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Julia Rodrigue attended Hudson High School in Wisconsin and was active in three sports. In college, she stumbled into a sport she had never tried. Three years later, she's a national champion and climbing.
Justin Jefferson has rejoined the Minnesota Vikings for practice after a mild hamstring strain kept him out for over three weeks.
Ranked 4,292nd in the world, Jimmy Abdo had no place making as much noise at the U.S. Amateur as he did. But he did it anyway.
A third class will be added to the Minnesota State High School League's girls tennis teams this year. Under the previous two-class system, mid-size schools like Delano were forced to compete against some of the biggest programs in the state.
Starting pitcher Mick Abel was drafted 15th overall by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2020. The Minnesota Twins acquired him from the Phillies in exchange for closer Jhoan Duran on July 30.
Fateh is a Democratic Socialist, part of a surging progressive wing of the Democratic Party both in Minnesota and nationwide.
Tuesday will mark one month until early voting begins in local municipal and school board elections around the state. That includes the Mayor's race in Minneapolis. In tonight's Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the candidacy of State Sen. Omar Fateh.
A new Minnesota law requires governments and public entities to report cyberattacks within 72 hours to the state and notify victims whose data has been breached. Starting next year, the law will require the state to issue an annual report on cyberattacks.
As St. Paul reels from the fallout of a cyberattack, a new law in place that aims better to track the growing number of cyberattacks across the state.
As St. Paul reels from the fallout of a cyberattack, a new law in place that aims better to track the growing number of cyberattacks across the state. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Craig Sixta, the Chief Technology Officer with Element Technologies, about the world of cyberwarfare and how you can stay safe.
Caves that were once used for making beer in the 1800s are now used for making cheese. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks into the history of the cheese caves in Faribault.
On his five-acre property in Blaine, Minnesota, Erik Lund has plenty of space to fine-tune his golf game and his guitar game.
This Friday, the town of Braham will reach a milestone as it celebrates its 35th "Pie Day." It's always the first Friday in August.
In the mid-90s, a group of Alexandria, Minnesota, residents wanted to highlight wooden boats and their craftsmanship, believing they were essentially works of art. So, they converted an old city garage into the Legacy of Lakes Museum.
The town of Sedan, Minnesota, has gone out of its way to celebrate an every-day household item.
The first Tuesday of August is a unique night meant for nothing more than connection with those living on your street and the people tasked to protect it: National Night Out, which is now in its 42nd year.
Homeowners know the saying, "water finds a way." Add wildfire smoke to that distinction, another savvy invader harming indoor quality, where people should feel protected from it.
Be sure to turn your eyes to the night sky, as brief flashes of light will streak through outer space on Tuesday night.
From farmland to store shelves and, soon, your kitchen, produce is a healthy choice that sometimes needs a healthy rinse.
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.
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.
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
The Twin Cities is in for a mostly dry, seasonable week.
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.
After some patchy morning fog, Tuesday will be sunny and seasonable across Minnesota.
After some patchy morning fog, Tuesday will be sunny and seasonable.
Tuesday is expected to be dry and humid with widespread fog early in the day, according to Next Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The Twin Cities is in for a mostly dry, seasonable week.
Canterbury Park will soon be home to dozens of historic vehicles.
As students prepare for back to school, health experts are sounding the alarm on declining childhood vaccination rates.
A Minneapolis woman is recovering after being hit by gunfire inside her home, and more headlines.
The White House is working on next steps to end the Russia-Ukraine war.