New Vikings Receiver Tajaé Sharpe Follows Stefon Diggs Departure
To fill a glaring hole at wide receiver opened by the departure of Stefon Diggs, the Minnesota Vikings have turned first to Tajaé Sharpe.
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To fill a glaring hole at wide receiver opened by the departure of Stefon Diggs, the Minnesota Vikings have turned first to Tajaé Sharpe.
The Minnesota Vikings announced a couple of roster updates Wednesday afternoon, adding depth to its wide receiver squad and defensive line.
The Vikings new nose tackle Michael Pierce, signed early in free agency, is a versatile defensive lineman who plays with something to prove.
After 10 seasons with the team, free agent defensive end Everson Griffen won't be returning to the Minnesota Vikings.
Two familiar faces on the Minnesota Vikings' special teams will be staying in purple for next season.
With the NFL market now open, as teams try to make the math work to support their offseason shopping, the Minnesota Vikings have so far been doing more subtracting than adding.
The Minnesota Vikings' former first-round pick cornerback Trae Waynes is heading elsewhere.
The Vikings franchise tagged safety Anthony Harris yesterday, but will he still be in Minnesota for the 2020 NFL season?
Stefon Diggs is headed to the Buffalo Bills in a splashy trade intended to boost quarterback Josh Allen's development.
There's been growing speculation that wide receiver Stefon Diggs is unhappy with the Vikings and may be seeking another place to play.
The Minnesota Vikings have reportedly reached an agreement to extend quarterback Kirk Cousins' contract.
The Minnesota Vikings announced Saturday that they've released tight end David Morgan.
The Minnesota Vikings have terminated the contracts of two defensive starters.
The Minnesota Vikings say the team is suspending travel for coaches and scouts amid concerns over coronavirus (COVID-19).
Harris has played his whole career with the Minnesota Vikings and is a free agent this offseason.
Aug. 29, 2025 marks the start of WCCO’s 18th season of the High School Sports Rally. The Academy of Holy Angels football team honored the victims and survivors of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church. Plus, a quarterback who is "creating a buzz."
Soccer fans at the Minnesota United FC game at Allianz Field on Saturday held a banner that read "End Gun Violence," next to signs with the names of the two children killed in the mass shooting at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic Church.
Byron Buxton set a career best with his 29th home run and Joe Ryan pitched seven scoreless innings as the Minnesota Twins beat the San Diego Padres 7-2.
Elías Díaz homered twice and the San Diego Padres beat the Minnesota Twins 12-3.
Robin Lod scored in the 85th minute for Minnesota United in a 1-1 tie with the Portland Timbers.
Alanna Smith and reserve DiJonai Carrington scored 18 points apiece and the Minnesota Lynx clinched the regular-season title with a 94-70 win over the Connecticut Sun.
The Minnesota Twins took advantage of a chaotic fourth inning that included a two-run error and the ejection of Padres starting pitcher Nestor Cortes in a 7-4 win over San Diego.
Logan-Redding wants to build his hobby into a production business after college. He's not alone. Many athletes are becoming content creators, if they can find time to shoot, edit, and hit publish.
The typical excitement surrounding the start of the season at Minnesota was tempered this week, the heaviness of a too-close-to-home tragedy making it harder to fully escape from the outside world at a football game.
The latest statistics through Saturday show that nearly 1.6 million people have passed through the fair gates. It's a number that tops both last year and the year before, to date.
Soccer fans at the Minnesota United FC game at Allianz Field on Saturday held a banner that read "End Gun Violence," next to signs with the names of the two children killed in the mass shooting at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic Church.
A 17-year-old boy has been sentenced for his role in the shooting death of Champlin Park student Diamond Manly, according to Anoka County court records.
Demands for action happened across the Twin Cities metro Monday as shooting survivors led a march from Lake Harriet and hundreds of protesters filled the steps of the State Capitol.
A man and a woman have been charged with aiding an offender in the south Minneapolis mass shooting on Tuesday that killed a man and injured six others, court records show.
A Minneapolis man accused of killing one person and injuring another while leading police on a high-speed chase following a domestic violence-related standoff has entered a Norgaard plea.
Police in St. Cloud, Minnesota, are investigating a stabbing that severely injured a woman Sunday morning.
The crash happened just after 1 a.m. on Highway 19 near 441st Avenue in Dryden Township, according to a crash report.
Police are asking for your help in finding a 16-year-old girl missing from Big Lake, Minnesota.
Police in St. Cloud, Minnesota, are asking for the public's assistance to find 15-year-old Amarion Dwayne Easley, who has been missing since late July.
The crash happened just before 6:30 p.m. on 480th Avenue near 830th Street in Ellsworth Township.
A conservative justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court says she will not seek reelection, creating an open race for a seat on the court that's controlled 4-3 by liberals.
The Wisconsin Historical Society says the Frank D. Barker was sailing for Escanaba, Michigan in 1887 when it hit bad weather and ran off course.
A restraining order filed by a western Wisconsin teacher against her former school district's superintendent has been lifted, court documents show.
Officials say a traveler from out of state who visited two Wisconsin gas stations may have exposed others to measles.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
A grandma's quiet craft shop in Holdingford, Minnesota, got a big surprise thanks to her loving grandson and a viral Facebook post.
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.
Demands for action happened across the Twin Cities metro Monday as shooting survivors led a march from Lake Harriet and hundreds of protesters filled the steps of the State Capitol.
Minnesotans are calling for change after the tragic mass shooting at a church packed with children. Those demands for action happening across the metro Monday. Shooting survivors led a march from Lake Harriet towards the Annunciation church and school. After that, hundreds of protesters filled the steps of the State Capitol.
President Trump's announcement comes days after Giuliani was hospitalized with multiple broken bones after a car crash.
When Congress decided this summer to eliminate $1.1 billion allocated to public broadcasting, it left some 330 PBS and 246 NPR stations to figure out what that means.
President Trump has claimed the authority to bypass Congress and impose sweeping tariffs, but a new ruling throws that in doubt.
The latest statistics through Saturday show that nearly 1.6 million people have passed through the fair gates.
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened nearly 100 people in 14 states, including four cases in Minnesota, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A walk down a grocery aisle can be a bit unpredictable these days after years of rising prices.
In a ruling earlier this month, the judge dismissed the suit by the Cookware Sustainability Alliance, which was filed days after the ban took effect in January.
For some Minnesota State Fairgoers, it's the deals that drive where they eat, shop, and have fun. At least 100 of those discounts can be found in a little-but-mighty booklet, usually procured at one of the first stops visitors make just beyond the gates.
A 17-year-old boy has been sentenced for his role in the shooting death of Champlin Park student Diamond Manly, according to Anoka County court records.
A man and a woman have been charged with aiding an offender in the south Minneapolis mass shooting on Tuesday that killed a man and injured six others, court records show.
Police are investigating, but said a conflict between two groups on the bridge led to the shooting.
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, the shock feels everlasting and the loss permanent. The next steps are unclear, but moving forward is already happening.
The pain felt in Minnesota from the recent mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis stretches far beyond state borders.
While some wounds from the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church are physical, others are invisible. Doctors who rushed to help say what they saw that day will stay with them for a lifetime.
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened nearly 100 people in 14 states, including four cases in Minnesota, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Health leaders are urging Minnesotans to get proactive in preventing the West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses as summer winds down.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education at the University of Minnesota is looking elsewhere for financial help after new federal spending cuts.
Minnesota health officials say the state's blood supply is critically low and are calling for action to address the problem.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
The Minnesota State Fair is a chance for artists and athletes to connect with the community and show off all their hard work.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
The sights and sounds of country band Old Dominion lit up the Grandstand at the Minnesota State Fair on Thursday ahead of the release of their latest album, "Barbara."
Aug. 29, 2025 marks the start of WCCO’s 18th season of the High School Sports Rally. The Academy of Holy Angels football team honored the victims and survivors of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church. Plus, a quarterback who is "creating a buzz."
Soccer fans at the Minnesota United FC game at Allianz Field on Saturday held a banner that read "End Gun Violence," next to signs with the names of the two children killed in the mass shooting at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic Church.
Byron Buxton set a career best with his 29th home run and Joe Ryan pitched seven scoreless innings as the Minnesota Twins beat the San Diego Padres 7-2.
Elías Díaz homered twice and the San Diego Padres beat the Minnesota Twins 12-3.
Robin Lod scored in the 85th minute for Minnesota United in a 1-1 tie with the Portland Timbers.
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, the shock feels everlasting and the loss permanent. The next steps are unclear, but moving forward is already happening.
Gov. Tim Walz was out at the Minnesota State Fair talking to voters about issues and their concerns. It's as if he were running for office, but he insists he has not decided to run for a third term and his decision will come soon.
Gov. Walz's approval rating in the latest Minnesota poll sits at 49%.
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simons says Minnesota will join the fight if President Trump attempts to halt mail-in voting.
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simons says Minnesota will join the fight if President Trump follows through with his call to end mail-in voting by the 2026 Midterm Elections. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy examines whether Trump has the authority to do so, as well as other election issues, including who should have access to voter information.
It's been 50 years since WCCO has been at its current location at the "Great Minnesota Get-Together."
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.
Dominated by foot traffic, it's easy to forget the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is paved to handle vehicle traffic, complete with street names.
For some Minnesota State Fairgoers, it's the deals that drive where they eat, shop, and have fun. At least 100 of those discounts can be found in a little-but-mighty booklet, usually procured at one of the first stops visitors make just beyond the gates.
Jeff Wagner looks at the winding road it took for the Minnesota State Fair to find its permanent home 140 years ago.
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.
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 could see around a half-inch of rainfall between Monday evening and the end of Wednesday, according to meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
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 there's a chance for isolated storms tonight and tomorrow morning.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we may see a few raindrops in parts of the state to end the holiday weekend.
A cold front arriving on Tuesday will bring scattered showers and storms, with fall-like temperatures to follow.
The Twin Cities could see around a half-inch of rainfall between Monday evening and the end of Wednesday, according to meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
The Minnesota State Fair is wrapping up on Monday evening. Over 1.7 million people have visited the fairgrounds this year. Derek James shares how families are making the most of the fair’s last day.
A call for change came from the stands of Allianz Field in St. Paul on Saturday. Fans of the Minnesota United held big hearts bearing two of the victims’ names alongside an “End Gun Violence” banner. Marielle Mohs shares the story behind that sign-- And it's unfortunate connection to too many school tragedies.
Four victims of the attack on Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis were still in the hospital on Monday evening, including a young student who is in critical condition. Caroline Cummings shares what’s next for some of the young survivors.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says there's a chance for isolated storms tonight and tomorrow morning.
