'We Were Elated': COVID Vaccines Give Hope To Minnesota Seniors
COVID-19 vaccinations are nearly finished in Minnesota long-term care facilities. And it's having an immediate impact, in more ways than one.
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COVID-19 vaccinations are nearly finished in Minnesota long-term care facilities. And it's having an immediate impact, in more ways than one.
Those affected have been contacted by email and will receive further information about rescheduling.
The Minnesota Wild are set to play Tuesday night after two weeks without a game due to COVID-19.
There's been a surge in fraud and counterfeit PPE cases since the beginning of the pandemic. Counterfeit respirators even made it to the frontline in Minnesota. 3M is taking an active stand to prevent them from getting to our health care heroes.
Thousands of Minnesota students will head back into the classroom Tuesday.
As the state nears 1 million total vaccine doses administered, Minnesota health officials on Monday reported 611 more virus cases and two additional deaths.
As the subzero temperatures continue, many Minnesotans are dreaming of a warm escape -- and health experts are worried about a possible rise in COVID-19 cases with more travel.
At one point this past spring, nearly half of JBS's 2,000 workers in Worthington tested positive for COVID-19. By summer, the company had made major changes directing employee's movements and keeping them separated in a typically crowded workspace.
Sunday morning, health officials in Minnesota reported 779 new cases of COVID-19 and seven more deaths from the virus.
As business and restaurant restrictions ease up in Minnesota on Saturday, health officials reported 964 cases and seven new deaths. Over 850,000 vaccine doses have been administered in the state.
Restaurants and indoor entertainment maintain 50% capacity limits but now can have up to 250 people maximum, which is an increase from 150.
A 35-year-old father of two is one of Minnesota's latest lives lost to COVID-19.
As part of "cautious, common sense adjustments", Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced on Friday further loosening of restrictions on businesses that include increased indoor capacity limits. Restaurants will also be able to stay open until 11 p.m.
State health officials reported Friday 1,058 more COVID cases and 19 deaths, as more than 800,000 vaccine doses have now been administered in Minnesota.
Minnesota state leaders and school officials are waiting on an update from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Since December, some Minnesota teenagers have been given Moderna's COVID vaccine at a medical office in Minneapolis.
All winter the pandemic has kept Will Bjerke from being in the same room as his wife of more than 60 years, Carol.
Nearly 200 Walgreens pharmacies across Wisconsin are expecting to receive coronavirus vaccines directly from the federal government starting this week, marking the beginning of a program that targets underserved areas, state health officials announced Thursday.
While the state's vaccination push continues and researchers are surveying for new COVID-19 variants, state health officials reported Thursday 907 new cases of the virus and 24 more deaths. Meanwhile, the number of vaccination doses given in Minnesota has climbed to over 777,000.
Some of Mayo Clinic's top infectious disease experts say it's becoming more likely COVID-19 will never be completely eliminated. The virus is continuing to mutate into different strains.
Over 750,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered so far in Minnesota. Meanwhile, state health officials on Wednesday reported 677 new virus cases and 11 more deaths. One of the deaths was a child under 10 years old.
As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has expanded to include essential workers in some states, Target says it'll pay hourly workers for getting vaccinated.
Many would prefer that the congressional relief package receive bipartisan support.
The vaccine allocation represents a bump of about 5%, Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcom said during a news conference.
Southern Minnesota could see scattered showers and weak storms on Wednesday as highs climb close to 80 in the Twin Cities.
Hours after a mass shooting in Minneapolis left one person dead and six others injured, two other people were killed by gunfire in separate incidents in the city.
Dominated by foot traffic, it's easy to forget the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is paved to handle vehicle traffic, complete with street names.
Mickey Gasper hit a game-tying home run in the ninth inning, Matt Wallner added a go-ahead homer and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-5.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called a special meeting of the city council for Wednesday afternoon to discuss potential legal action against a property owner who is authorizing a homeless encampment on his property.
Hours after a mass shooting in Minneapolis left one person dead and six others injured, two other people were killed by gunfire in separate incidents in the city.
Dominated by foot traffic, it's easy to forget the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is paved to handle vehicle traffic, complete with street names.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called a special meeting of the city council for Wednesday afternoon to discuss potential legal action against a property owner who is authorizing a homeless encampment on his property.
The Minnesota State Fair saluted veterans and active service members on Tuesday, drawing generations of soldiers, sailors and airmen.
Health leaders are urging Minnesotans to get proactive in preventing the West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses as summer winds down.
Health leaders are urging Minnesotans to get proactive in preventing the West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses as summer winds down.
A woman who admitted to hurling racist slurs at a child with autism at a southern Minnesota park — and subsequently raised hundreds of thousands of dollars on a crowdfunding website — will face disorderly conduct charges, the city attorney said Tuesday.
A 19-year-old died and another was injured in a crash in central Minnesota Sunday morning.
Some Minnesotans headed to the polls Tuesday to decide who will be on the ballot for two open state Senate seats.
A man and a child made it out safely, but two more children died in the fire, Mankato Public Safety said. An injured woman was airlifted to Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis.
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.
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.
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.
Sometimes there are milestones so rare that they turn a care center into the most joyful place in town.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called a special meeting of the city council for Wednesday afternoon to discuss potential legal action against a property owner who is authorizing a homeless encampment on his property.
Some Minnesotans headed to the polls Tuesday to decide who will be on the ballot for two open state Senate seats.
President Trump says he has removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook from the Fed's Board of Governors and accused Cook of committing mortgage fraud.
Some Minnesotans will head to the polls Tuesday to decide who will be on the ballot for two open state Senate seats.
President Trump said Monday he has fired Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors. Her attorney countered that they plan to file a lawsuit challenging the move.
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.
While the first day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together brought in big bucks for vendors, some families say the price of participation is expensive.
With almost three dozen new foods to try at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair, it can be difficult to plan the menu for your visit. WCCO is here to help.
Hours after a mass shooting in Minneapolis left one person dead and six others injured, two other people were killed by gunfire in separate incidents in the city.
Charles Workman is accused of fraudulently soliciting more than $750,000 from Twin Cities families, promising a swimming pool and instead leaving backyards in ruin or without any work done at all.
Police are searching for a suspect who shot and killed one person and injured six others at a south Minneapolis intersection in broad daylight Tuesday.
A woman who admitted to hurling racist slurs at a child with autism at a southern Minnesota park — and subsequently raised hundreds of thousands of dollars on a crowdfunding website — will face disorderly conduct charges, the city attorney said Tuesday.
A 44-year-old man is accused of stabbing the father of his ex-girlfriend's child during an altercation in Brooklyn Park on Wednesday.
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.
Officials say a traveler from out of state who visited two Wisconsin gas stations may have exposed others to measles.
Today, the program has nine helicopters, 45 pilots and it airlifts about 2,600 patients a year.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos of the ring and proposal 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."
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
No one understands the importance of a strong team like athletes. Bill Walsh's family has helped him take care of Walsh Field in Gaylord for decades. But this summer, life threw him a curveball. He lost his wife. Mike Max shares a story of love, loss and legacy.
Mickey Gasper hit a game-tying home run in the ninth inning, Matt Wallner added a go-ahead homer and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-5.
The Minnesota Vikings are sending cornerback Mekhi Blackmon to the Indianapolis Colts, the team announced on Monday.
Minnesota's Matt Wallner homered twice off Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer on Monday night, his 18th and 19th, but the Twins lost for the sixth time in seven games.
Head Coach Keegan Cook is now on his third year with the program; the previous two seasons ended with a lost in the second round of the NCAA tournament. But he thinks the next chapter of Gopher volleyball has started.
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.
Fateh is a Democratic Socialist, part of a surging progressive wing of the Democratic Party both in Minnesota and nationwide.
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.
Southern Minnesota could see scattered showers and weak storms on Wednesday as highs climb close to 80 in the Twin Cities.
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.
Southern Minnesota may see some showers on Wednesday as highs in the Twin Cities approach 80.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Wednesday will be a few degrees warmer, then temperatures drop back to the mid-70s.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says spotty showers or a stray storm are possible on Wednesday in parts of Minnesota.
Southern Minnesota may see some showers on Wednesday as highs in the Twin Cities approach 80.
Hours after a mass shooting in Minneapolis left one person dead and six others injured, two other people were killed by gunfire in separate incidents in the city.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Wednesday will be a few degrees warmer, then temperatures drop back to the mid-70s.
Frank Vascellaro and Chris Shaffer serve up some jokes at the Minnesota State Fair Corn Roast.
Jeff Wagner learned the history beneath our feet at the Minnesota State Fair.