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Police are investigating after a woman was shot in the Battle Creek neighborhood of St. Paul late Saturday morning.
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      Police are investigating after a woman was shot in the Battle Creek neighborhood of St. Paul late Saturday morning.
 
                                                  
      Officials say crews responded to report of smoke at an apartment complex shortly before 2:30 a.m. on the 3600 block of Lancaster Lane North.
 
                                                  
      The fire broke out overnight in the facility in Ciudad Juárez, right on the U.S. border. Most of the dead were Guatemalan nationals.
 
                                                  
      The Hall of Fame center led the New York Knicks to championships in 1970 and 1973.
 
                                                  
      Irvo Otieno, a mentally ill man, suffocated to death while in police custody in Virginia. Ten people have been charged with second-degree murder in the case.
 
                                                  
      Law enforcement said identification is "expected to take longer than typical cases due to the condition of the remains."
 
                                                  
      The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
 
                                                  
      The rate at which women — particularly Black and Hispanic women — die while pregnant, during or soon after childbirth in the U.S. was a concern even before the pandemic.
 
                                                  
      Schroeder was elected by Colorado voters in 1972 and then reelected 11 times, becoming one of the most influential Democrats and feminists in Congress.
 
                                                  
      It was a difficult day in Minnesota sports. Legendary Vikings head coach and Hall of Famer, Bud Grant died Saturday morning at 95. Mike Max has more.
 
                                                  
      Known for his stoicism and toughness, Bud Grant served as head coach for the team from 1967-1983, and then again in 1985. He led the Vikings to 11 NFC/NFL divisional championships throughout his tenure.
 
                                                  
      Prior to the sentencing, a number of relatives and friends provided impact statements, including Hill’s parents and sister, as well as his youth football coach.
 
                                                  
      The St. Paul Police Department says five people were shot on the 500 block of North Dale Street near University Avenue at a senior living apartment building.
 
                                                  
      Officials warned victims after the first monster quakes not go into their broken homes. Some people who did so anyway were caught up in the new quake.
 
                                                  
      The earthquakes in Syria and Turkey have killed more than 41,000 people. Here is how they compare to other deadly quakes of the 21st century.
 
                                                  
      Police in Minneapolis are investigating two shootings just a block away from each other. Two men were killed and a woman injured.
 
                                                  
      De La Soul was part of the hip-hop tribute at the Grammy Awards last week, but Trugoy was not onstage with his bandmates.
 
                                                  
      Officers say they found a person in the road they believe to be an adult woman and pronounced her dead on the scene.
 
                                                  
      Police are investigating after a young woman in Chanhassen allegedly shot and killed a 17-year-old boy early Thursday morning.
 
                                                  
      The 66-year-old unidentified woman was pronounced dead by a nurse on Jan. 3, but was found alive hours later.
 
                                                  
      This evening, investigators released footage of that encounter between Nichols and five police officers. It’s difficult footage to watch -- especially for many in Minnesota. Our Reg Chapman shared space with the community tonight.
 
                                                  
      Tyre Nichols was restrained, beaten, blasted with a Taser and pepper sprayed by officers after a traffic stop before he died from his injuries, family members say.
 
                                                  
      At least seven people were killed in another mass shooting in California. Police say the suspect killed 4 people on a farm and three more nearby in Half Moon Bay, south of San Francisco. He’s in custody. The FDA wants most Americans to get "annual" COVID-19 shots. This comes amid dwindling interest in boosters. And Oscar nominations are being announced.
 
                                                  
      Investigators say a suspected gunman is dead after he shot two deputies west of the metro.
 
                                                  
      Family, friends and fans are mourning the passing of Jake Mauer, the patriarch of a St. Paul family where three sons grew up to be outstanding athletes.
 
                                                  
      Zen Box Izakaya, a Japanese restaurant that's served food in downtown Minneapolis for over 20 years, is set to close.
 
                                                  
      A piece of Cold War history is up for sale in Dakota County, Minnesota.
 
                                                  
      Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
 
                                                  
      As Minnesota farmers wrap up fall harvest, many are celebrating a soybean deal with China.
 
                                                  
      There's a spooky Halloween display in the Twin Cities that continues to grow every year — and it's all built by a teenager who's using it for a great cause.
 
                                                  
      Zen Box Izakaya, a Japanese restaurant that's served food in downtown Minneapolis for over 20 years, is set to close.
 
                                                  
      There's a spooky Halloween display in the Twin Cities that continues to grow every year — and it's all built by a teenager who's using it for a great cause.
 
                                                  
      Twin Cities high schools are scrambling to find new graduation venues after the University of Minnesota announced earlier this week that it will no longer host high school commencements.
 
                                                  
      Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, say two people are dead after a shooting overnight Friday in the city's north side.
 
                                                  
      Minneapolis drivers and bikers are in for a big treat this Halloween, as the two-year construction project along Hennepin Avenue finally wraps up and two-way traffic resumes on Friday.
 
                                                  
      A piece of Cold War history is up for sale in Dakota County, Minnesota.
 
                                                  
      As Minnesota farmers wrap up fall harvest, many are celebrating a soybean deal with China.
 
                                                  
      More than 440,000 Minnesotans are set to lose food assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Saturday at midnight, and food shelves across the state are preparing for an unprecedented wave of need.
 
                                                  
      Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
 
                                                  
      Minnesota manufactured home park residents and lawmakers are speaking out against what they say are skyrocketing rents and unsafe living conditions.
 
                                                  
      More than 440,000 Minnesotans are set to lose food assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Saturday at midnight, and food shelves across the state are preparing for an unprecedented wave of need.
 
                                                  
      Some people were treated to an astral spectacle late Wednesday night, as a "fireball meteor" flashed across the night sky in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
 
                                                  
      Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
 
                                                  
      A western Wisconsin man has died from his injuries nearly one week after crashing and rolling his vehicle near a roundabout in St. Joseph Township.
 
                                                  
      A Wisconsin man faces a stalking charge after he allegedly sent the state Supreme Court's liberal chief justice a series of intimidating emails.
 
                                                  
      Activists joined the families of Mariah Samuels and Allison Lussier in front of the Hennepin County Government Center Thursday afternoon. They say Minneapolis police and others didn't do enough to keep their loved ones safe.
 
                                                  
      A Lakeville family has turned their driveway into a small, free food pantry. It's a place where anyone can stop by and grab fresh produce and staples with no questions asked.
 
                                                  
      At Lock and Dam Eatery, the restaurant will soon be serving a different kind of meal, meant to ease the burden of hunger.
 
                                                  
      "We're keeping it alive. We're speaking it with each other, and we're encouraging more families to come together," said Dakota language teacher Nichole Subola.
 
                                                  
      A Minneapolis business owner who has been at odds with the city over a homeless encampment is now trying a new tactic.
 
                                                  
      Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
 
                                                  
      More than 440,000 Minnesotans are set to lose food assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Saturday at midnight, and food shelves across the state are preparing for an unprecedented wave of need.
 
                                                  
      Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans will lose access to food assistance starting on Saturday, plus more of the day’s top stories.
 
                                                  
      Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
 
                                                  
      Currently, 24% of Minnesotans have access to paid family and medical leave. On Jan. 1, a new Minnesota law mandates that employers provide paid family leave to nearly every employee. This would include full-time, part-time and seasonal workers.
 
                                                  
      More than 440,000 Minnesotans are set to lose food assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Saturday at midnight, and food shelves across the state are preparing for an unprecedented wave of need.
 
                                                  
      Minnesota manufactured home park residents and lawmakers are speaking out against what they say are skyrocketing rents and unsafe living conditions.
 
                                                  
      More than 800 Minnesota-based Target employees will lose their jobs amid a massive restructuring effort by the mega retailer, according to documents filed to the state's employment department.
 
                                                  
      Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.
 
                                                  
      It's open enrollment season for both employees and retirees, and as you begin to look at health insurance options, experts say you can expect employer-sponsored health plans to jump between 6% and 7%
 
                                                  
      Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, say two people are dead after a shooting overnight Friday in the city's north side.
 
                                                  
      Police in Edina, Minnesota, are searching for a burglar who targeted a residential home overnight Sunday.
 
                                                  
      A former Minneapolis city council member is accused of crashing her car while under the influence of alcohol outside City Hall late Tuesday night.
 
                                                  
      In a social media post, FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people who were allegedly plotting a violent attack were arrested in Michigan.
 
                                                  
      A Minneapolis mass shooting suspect is now charged with trying to make a brazen escape from jail.
 
                                                  
      Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
 
                                                  
      Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
 
                                                  
      Health care providers are trying a new tactic to promote the healing effects of nature: They're actually writing prescriptions for it.
 
                                                  
      Doctors, physicians' assistants and nurse practitioners with Allina Health announced that they will hold a one-day unfair labor practices strike on Nov. 5.
 
                                                  
      It's open enrollment season for both employees and retirees, and as you begin to look at health insurance options, experts say you can expect employer-sponsored health plans to jump between 6% and 7%
 
                                                  
      Morgan Wallen, the country music megastar who in 2021 was caught on video using a racial slur, will open his next tour at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
 
                                                  
      There were some major celebrity sightings in Minneapolis this week. The A-list stars aren't here to further their careers, they're here to help.
 
                                                  
      Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
 
                                                  
      June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
 
                                                  
      Food hall by day and party scene by night, Eat Street Crossing is mixing it up in Minneapolis.
 
                                                  
      Bryan Rust had a goal and an assist, Tristan Jarry made 26 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat Minnesota 4-1 to hand the Wild their fifth straight loss.
 
                                                  
      Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve, the winningest coach in WNBA history, will join the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame next year.
 
                                                  
      The Minnesota Twins announced former Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton as their choice to lead the team on Thursday.
 
                                                  
      Kyle Connor's wrist shot 46 seconds into overtime gave the Winnipeg Jets a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night, their ninth straight win against their Central Division rival.
 
                                                  
      Dayne St. Clair made a key save in the shootout and Minnesota United beat the Seattle Sounders 3-2 on penalty kicks on Monday night after the two clubs dueled to a scoreless draw in regulation of the best-of-three first-round opener.
 
                                                  
      Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
 
                                                  
      Currently, 24% of Minnesotans have access to paid family and medical leave. On Jan. 1, a new Minnesota law mandates that employers provide paid family leave to nearly every employee. This would include full-time, part-time and seasonal workers.
 
                                                  
      Forty-two million people will lose benefits nationwide, including more than 440,000 Minnesotans, on Saturday.
 
                                                  
      Forty-two million people will lose benefits nationwide, including more than 440,000 Minnesotans, on Nov. 1.
 
                                                  
      The clock to Election Day in Minneapolis is winding down as the Democratic Socialists of America and the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party fight for control.
 
                                                  
      At one time, country schools were common in Minnesota. Over the decades, many were torn down as bigger schools were built — not in Otter Tail County.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      It's a holiday enjoyed by many, but understood by few.
 
                                                  
      Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
 
                                                  
      Fall is known for its hues, but this season isn't typical; seeing marigolds and petunias is peculiar.
 
                                                  
      From eating lutefisk to cheering for the Vikings, Nordic culture is embedded in Minnesota.
 
                                                  
      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 look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      Next Weather meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says temperatures will be in the 40s while trick-or-treaters are out and about on Friday evening.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      Expect a gloomy Halloween with an overcast sky and off-and-on showers, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
 
                                                  
      Scattered rain showers will develop Friday and continue into the trick-or-treating hours, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
 
                                                  
      Scattered rain showers will develop Friday in the Twin Cities and continue into the trick-or-treating hours.
 
                                                  
      Next Weather meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says temperatures will be in the 40s while trick-or-treaters are out and about on Friday evening.
 
                                                  
      The All Things Possible Theatrical and Arts Group is opening a black-owned art gallery in St. Paul's Frogtown neighborhood. The founders of the group stopped by WCCO on Friday to discuss what to expect with the gallery.
 
                                                  
      The St. Paul Fire Department is looking into the cause of a house fire on Desoto Street Friday morning. One firefighter suffered minor injuries while working to put the flames out.
 
                                                  
      Two men are dead after a shooting on St. Paul's north side early Friday. Police said the incident "appears to be domestic in nature" and that the two people knew each other
 
                                                  
      President Trump’s trade war with China had put pressure on farmers across Minnesota, but over the past couple of days, that’s changed. John Lauritsen has been talking with farmers about the new soybean deal with China.