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With 10 games left to play in the NHL season, the Minnesota Wild is in position to earn a third consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. If Minnesota does qualify for the postseason, there is a good chance the St. Louis Blues will be their opponent. And if Saturday was an indicator, the Wild will be ready for them.
Justin Fontaine had a goal and two assists, linemate Thomas Vanek also scored and the Minnesota Wild breezed by the St. Louis Blues with a 6-3 victory on Saturday.
Alex Ovechkin scored two goals, helping lift the Washington Capitals past the Minnesota Wild 3-2 on Thursday night. Evgeny Kuznetsov also had a goal, and Braden Holtby stopped 28 of 30 shots as the Capitals won their third straight.
Matt Dumba scored 22 seconds into overtime to give the Minnesota Wild a 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night.
Devan Dubnyk found a pretty good way to forget his poor past against St. Louis. Win.
Jakob Silfverberg had the go-ahead goal and an assist, and John Gibson stopped 32 shots, helping the Anaheim Ducks end a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Friday night.
If you have watched the Minnesota Wild over the last month and a half, you know they are the hottest team in the NHL. Minnesota is 17-3-1 since the All-Star break and are 8-2-0 in their last 10 games.
Thomas Vanek scored twice, Devan Dubnyk stopped 30 shots and the Minnesota Wild beat the new Jersey Devils 6-2 on Tuesday night.
Jordyn Leopold, the 10-year-old daughter of the Wild's newest defenseman Jordan Leopold, lead the crowd in the "let's play hockey," cheer Sunday night. It was her heartwarming letter that went viral on social media this past week, asking the Wild to trade for her dad so he could come home to Minnesota.
Semyon Varlamov stopped 29 shots, Zach Redmond had a goal and an assist, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Minnesota Wild 3-2 on Sunday night. Cody McLeod and Gabriel Landeskog also scored for Colorado, which won its third straight.
Mikael Granlund and Zach Parise scored in a two-minute span of the third period as the Minnesota Wild won their fifth game in a row, defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 Friday night.
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It is amazing to me how this Wild team just keeps finding ways to win, and the fan in me is loving every minute of it! We just keep climbing up those playoff ranks and just take a moment to let these next stats sink in a little bit.
Jason Pominville scored two third-period goals, Devan Dubnyk made 24 saves, and the Minnesota Wild rallied for a 2-1 win over the Washington Capitals on Thursday night.
Charlie Coyle scored the winner in a shootout, Matt Dumba had two goals in regulation and the Minnesota Wild beat Andrew Hammond and the Senators 3-2 on Tuesday night to stop Ottawa's five-game winning streak.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will get some "extensive work" during the team's bye week, head coach Kevin O'Connell said, in hopes he can begin ramping up to a return to the field.
The Minnesota Vikings showed again their hidden strength of being able to win close games in adverse conditions by beating the Cleveland Browns at the end of a difficult 10-day road trip.
An Eden Prairie couple said an AED was a lifesaver on the pickleball court they were at on Saturday night.
The two have put a lot of ice time to get here, officiating every level of hockey in Minnesota and internationally. From a pool of 100 names, they are two of 22 officials, and two of eight Americans to be selected to officiate the Winter Olympics.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a violent altercation over the weekend.
Myles Price, the Vikings' kick and punt returner, impressed in camp. Now, five games into his NFL career, he often looks on the verge of making a house call.
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison caught a 12-yard touchdown pass from Carson Wentz with 25 seconds left to give Minnesota a 21-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Julian Sayin passed for 326 yards and three touchdowns as top-ranked Ohio State beats Minnesota 42-3 on Saturday night.
Minnesota forward Napheesa Collier canceled a meeting with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert expected to take place next week, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday night.
A new federal government offer is causing concern and outrage among immigration advocates.
When Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson takes the field, the flash doesn't stop with the touchdown dances. He's also known for his fashion and jewelry, and he doesn't have to travel far to get it.
Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders in a politically divided Capitol are at a stalemate over the terms of a special session in response to the Annunciation Catholic Church shooting that killed two children and injured more than two dozen others six weeks ago.
The largest synagogue in Minnesota has once again been vandalized with spray paint bearing antisemitic messages.
An investigation into the Minneapolis DFL branch is underway, according to the officials at the party's state level.
Two men were not wearing life jackets when their boat capsized on Tuesday.
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.
Firefighters and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are responding to a wildfire in a remote area of northern Minnesota, officials said on Wednesday.
A man faces criminal charges in connection to his alleged sexual misconduct while a priest in the Diocese of Saint Cloud in Minnesota.
On Tuesday, Sartell Police Chief Brandon Silgjord said the boy's condition worsened, and after doctors declared he had no brain activity.
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.
Around 18,000 federal workers in Wisconsin are unpaid and in limbo amid the government shutdown, including a woman WCCO spoke with on Monday.
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a teenage boy is dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound days after shooting his pregnant girlfriend and uploading a video of the violence to social media.
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.
Donald Henson of Penn Hills is facing federal charges of forcibly assaulting, resisting, opposing, impeding, intimidating, or interfering with a governmental officer or employee and damaging government property.
A new federal government offer is causing concern and outrage among immigration advocates.
Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders in a politically divided Capitol are at a stalemate over the terms of a special session in response to the Annunciation Catholic Church shooting that killed two children and injured more than two dozen others six weeks ago.
A Texas bishop showed Pope Leo XIV a packet of letters from immigrant families "terrorized" by fear that they and their loved ones will be rounded up and deported.
An investigation into the Minneapolis DFL branch is underway, according to the officials at the party's state level.
The government shutdown stretched into Day 9 on Thursday as another round of Senate votes failed to advance funding bills.
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.
A man faces criminal charges in connection to his alleged sexual misconduct while a priest in the Diocese of Saint Cloud in Minnesota.
A Minnesota State Patrol trooper who is accused of sexually assaulting a girl pleaded guilty Wednesday to federal charges of producing and distributing child pornography.
A man accused of killing a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old who were camping in the Mount Ord area of Tonto National Forest in Arizona earlier this year was a former member of the Minnesota National Guard.
A federal judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man accused of smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies to a year and a day in prison.
The largest synagogue in Minnesota has once again been vandalized with spray paint bearing antisemitic messages.
You likely know what OCD stands for, but many people don't know what having obsessive-compulsive disorder actually means.
An Eden Prairie couple said an AED was a lifesaver on the pickleball court they were at on Saturday night.
A baby boy from Lakeville, Minnesota needed specialized medical care at a hospital across the country. Thanks to some committed parents and a Midwest nonprofit staffed with volunteer pilots, he made the journey.
Abdirahman Warsame of Minneapolis once felt alone in his fentanyl addiction. He hopes his personal story resonates with those battling an addiction that has silenced them.
A man's life was saved at a Hastings, Minnesota, bar, thanks to an off-duty paramedic and an automatic external defibrillator.
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.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Staff at legendary Minneapolis music venues First Avenue and 7th St Entry are mourning the death of Conrad Sverkerson, the clubs' longtime stage manager.
Doctors are warning of a food trend inspired by the popular Netflix movie "KPop Demon Hunters" that is leading to serious burn injuries.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will get some "extensive work" during the team's bye week, head coach Kevin O'Connell said, in hopes he can begin ramping up to a return to the field.
The Minnesota Vikings showed again their hidden strength of being able to win close games in adverse conditions by beating the Cleveland Browns at the end of a difficult 10-day road trip.
An Eden Prairie couple said an AED was a lifesaver on the pickleball court they were at on Saturday night.
The two have put a lot of ice time to get here, officiating every level of hockey in Minnesota and internationally. From a pool of 100 names, they are two of 22 officials, and two of eight Americans to be selected to officiate the Winter Olympics.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a violent altercation over the weekend.
Her has represented St. Paul in the state legislature since 2019. Among the neighborhoods she represents are Cathedral Hill and Mac-Groveland.
Melvin Carter is seeking a 3rd term as St. Paul mayor. He has four opponents running against him. One of them is Rep. Kaohly Her.
According to Minnesota’s state demographer, the state’s population is getting older. People are also earning less money and having fewer children.
Did you know that Minnesota is getting older, we are earning less money on average, we are dramatically more diverse, and we are having dramatically fewer babies. In this edition of Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with the state demographer.
Did you know that Minnesota is getting older, we are earning less money on average, we are dramatically more diverse, and we are having dramatically fewer babies. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Susan Brower, the State Demographer, about what's contributing to our declining population.
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.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
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 Twin Cities will enjoy a brief warm-up on Thursday before rain returns this weekend.
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.
We see a less cool overnight tonight. Tomorrow parts of the state will see temperatures in the 70s. Above average temps remain for a few days. Chris Shaffer breaks it all down.
Overnight temperatures will be less cool than last night. Thursday will be slightly warmer with the chance to hit the 70s for parts of the state. Chris Shaffer breaks down the next few days and shares when we could return to average temperatures.
It will be a milder, windier night on Wednesday in the Twin Cities, taking frost out of the equation in the overnight hours, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
We see a less cool overnight tonight. Tomorrow parts of the state will see temperatures in the 70s. Above average temps remain for a few days. Chris Shaffer breaks it all down.
Ramsey Park is considered Minnesota's "little Yellowstone."
One day after a boat capsized on the Mississippi, a grandfather grieves the loss of one of his grandsons and stresses the importance of wearing a life jacket.
A new federal offer put to children who've immigrated as "unaccompanied" has advocates outraged and concerned.
Justin Jefferson is known for his fashion sense — including is jewelry. Meet the man responsible for Jefferson's bling.
