Taylor Swift, Twin Cities Pride sell out hotels and pack light rail
Pride, the concert and an international Kiwanis convention are expected to bring in half a million people, and a lot of money into downtown Minneapolis.
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Pride, the concert and an international Kiwanis convention are expected to bring in half a million people, and a lot of money into downtown Minneapolis.
People in Minneapolis for the Taylor Swift concert and pride events have sold out hotels and packed restaurants and bars
Downtown Minneapolis will soon see its largest crowds since the Super Bowl in 2018. But city officials say the coordination to keep these massive crowds safe is on a whole other level.
Police said there were no reported injuries.
After the gunfire, a WCCO digital producer captured a chaotic scene in a parking lot.
The mayor admits it's never going to be the same, but there is a new plan to bring the area back to life.
The new plan would make it easier to walk around Nicollet Mall, removing the buses and making it pedestrian only.
The City of Minneapolis is exploring new approaches to revitalizing downtown, from filing empty storefronts to making the Nicollet Mall a pedestrian-only zone.
A pedestrian-only street packed with fun is part of a new initiative to attract more people to downtown Minneapolis.
The city says there will be more than 1,800 events in downtown Minneapolis this summer, including major concerts like Taylor Swift and sporting events expected to bring in millions of visitors.
There is going to be plenty to do in downtown Minneapolis this summer.
The Broadway hit wrapped up its five-week run in Minneapolis over the weekend, and it generated tens of millions of dollars for the local economy.
The Broadway hit "Hamilton" has been a smashing success for business in downtown Minneapolis.
Britt’s pub in downtown Minneapolis was packed early this morning for the Royal Coronation.
Steve Cramer, the current president and CEO of Minneapolis Downtown Council, is retiring, but he said he's excited about the next chapter for downtown.
The city of Minneapolis is making a big push to turn old office buildings in downtown into residential space.
With more people working remotely than ever before, leaders in Minneapolis are trying to figure out what to do with all of the empty office space downtown.
With more people working remotely than ever before, leaders in Minneapolis are trying to figure out what to do with all of the empty office space downtown.
Perhaps more encouragingly, 86% of city residents and 76% suburban residents said downtown was "more vibrant" than their last visit, the council reports.
Owamni says an electrical fire started on the bottom level of its building in downtown Minneapolis.
AT&T employees who work at the namesake building in downtown Minneapolis will be leaving the offices this summer for a facility in Bloomington.
A man was fatally shot Monday evening just outside downtown Minneapolis.
The Black & White Ball showcased the work of five Twin Cities designers to raise money for the Micheal Freeman Foundation.
One person was critically injured and several others suffered minor injuries in a crash between a car and two light rail trains in Minneapolis Monday night.
One person was critically injured and several others suffered minor injuries in a crash between a car and two light rail trains in Minneapolis Monday night.
Red Wing police say evidence suggests those involved in the incidents are connected to an "extremist group" that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI as a terrorist organization.
The USDA notice comes after the Trump administration said it would not tap roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep benefits through SNAP.
St. Paul Parks and Recreation says 32 trees were cut "just a few feet from the ground" south of the High Bridge of Shepard Road.
A 35-year-old Twin Cities man accused of sexually assaulting a teen boy pleaded guilty in state court last week.
Hoyo now works out of a $1.6 million facility. It had a stand at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair and its sambusas are served in school lunchrooms around the state.
St. Paul Parks and Recreation says 32 trees were cut "just a few feet from the ground" south of the High Bridge of Shepard Road.
A 35-year-old Twin Cities man accused of sexually assaulting a teen boy pleaded guilty in state court last week.
Hoyo now works out of a $1.6 million facility. It had a stand at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair and its sambusas are served in school lunchrooms around the state.
Governor Walz and DFL leaders say they're hitting the road and plan to make stops around the state to talk with Minnesotans about gun violence.
Hosted by Kingswood Security Consulting, more than 100 churches came to learn about the latest in securing places of worship on Saturday.
Red Wing police say evidence suggests those involved in the incidents are connected to an "extremist group" that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI as a terrorist organization.
Authorities say a Farmington, Minnesota, woman is dead after a crash late Friday morning in Blue Earth County.
An overnight crash in Chisago County, Minnesota, has left two teenagers dead and several other teens hurt.
Alison Feigh with the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center, a program of the Zero Abuse Project, says a child's isolation from their adult circle is a warning sign of grooming.
Over 160 additional DWI cases may have been impacted by errors in testing equipment, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said Friday, bringing the total number to at least 394.
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.
A western Wisconsin couple is charged with arson months after their restaurant was damaged in a fire.
A school board in western Wisconsin voted Monday evening to close two of the district's elementary schools, despite impassioned dissent from community members.
Authorities say neither the driver nor the passenger had been wearing a seatbelt or helmet at the time of the crash.
A Minneapolis business owner who has been at odds with the city over a homeless encampment is now trying a new tactic.
Can Do Canines announced a new celebrity partnership Wednesday and showed off their latest certified team.
Underneath It All specializes in post-surgical garments, bras and breast prosthetics, and staff say the goal is advocacy as much as retail.
Village Shores Senior Living Community in Richfield is located just a mile from the church, and did something special to make sure those impacted by this violence feel loved.
When the news broke that Milton's would be closing, many longtime patrons were stunned.
The USDA notice comes after the Trump administration said it would not tap roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep benefits through SNAP.
The federal shutdown is entering its 26th day with no end in sight. WCCO's Esme Murphy spoke with the head of the federal employees union from the Minnesota region about how 1.4 million federal workers across the country are coping, working without a paycheck.
The State of Minnesota says on Nov. 1, federal benefits from food assistance programs like SNAP will no longer be issued because of the government shutdown. More than 440,000 Minnesotans will lose their benefits. Executive Director of The Food Group Sophia Lenarz-Coy talks with Esme Murphy about the impact on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said service members will miss paychecks by Nov. 15 if the government shutdown stretches on.
In an exclusive interview, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he will consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterm elections.
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%
Nearly 200,000 Minnesota seniors are scrambling to find affordable options to ensure uninterrupted health care after several carriers are either dropping or cutting back on Medicare Advantage Plans.
The exhibit, called "Creepy Dolls: Loose in the Vaults," features dolls selecting artifacts from the center's archives, offering a spooky interpretation of local history.
A spa in Prior Lake, Minnesota, is at the center of a criminal investigation into alleged "black market" Botox.
Minnesota is home to 26,000 soybean farmers and 60% of their crop is sent overseas. Now, experts say top competitors, like Brazil and Argentina, are capitalizing on the U.S. loss.
Red Wing police say evidence suggests those involved in the incidents are connected to an "extremist group" that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI as a terrorist organization.
St. Paul Parks and Recreation says 32 trees were cut "just a few feet from the ground" south of the High Bridge of Shepard Road.
A 35-year-old Twin Cities man accused of sexually assaulting a teen boy pleaded guilty in state court last week.
Thieves took less than eight minutes to steal jewels valued at $102 million last Sunday morning from Paris' famous Louvre museum.
A person was detained following a shooting at Lincoln University that killed one person and injured at least six others during a homecoming celebration.
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%
Nearly 200,000 Minnesota seniors are scrambling to find affordable options to ensure uninterrupted health care after several carriers are either dropping or cutting back on Medicare Advantage Plans.
Domestic violence is at a breaking point as resources to fight it are being cut.
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.
The NFL is not considering dropping Bad Bunny as its Super Bowl halftime headline performer, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.
After announcing last month the return of the classic "Black Trees" uniforms, the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday confirmed another fan favorite is coming back.
Limp Bizkit, with roots in Jacksonville, Florida, emerged in the late 1990s with a sound that melds alternative rock, heavy metal and rap.
Two weeks ago, Mangold revealed he was looking for a kidney donor.
Mark Gronowski ran for a touchdown and threw for another as Iowa defeated Minnesota 41-3 on Saturday.
Logan Cooley scored twice in the first 3:29, Nick Schmaltz also had two goals and the Utah Mammoth won their sixth straight game, beating the Minnesota Wild 6-2 on Saturday night.
Luka Doncic scored 49 points and became the fourth player in NBA history to begin a season with back-to-back 40-point performances, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 128-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Minnesota Vikings were all-in on developing quarterback J.J. McCarthy this season, after his rookie year was lost to injury, with the belief they could insulate him from some of the natural struggles of inexperience by surrounding him with a stacked veteran team and a savvy coaching staff.
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.
Ahead of the upcoming election, there's a battle happening in Minneapolis, along with other communities across the country. It's between Democratic Socialists and moderates of the party. As Esme Murphy reports in this week's Talking Points, a group of moderates are trying to win back the Minneapolis city council.
Mayor Frey's top opponents have formed a coalition, asking their supporters to not rank him second or third — thereby denying him votes that could win the election.
In less than three weeks, voters in some metro area cities will head to the polls to make their first-, second- and third-round picks for municipal seats.
In less than three weeks, voters in some metro area cities will head to the polls to make their first, second, and third-round picks for municipal seats. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Hamline University Professor David Schultz to learn why ranked-choice voting can create unexpected outcomes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says showers look to arrive in western Minnesota late Monday.
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 Adam Del Rosso says wind picks up a little more today with gusts up to 30 mph.
Aside from some clouds early Sunday morning, it will be mostly sunny with a high near 60 to wrap up the weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says wind will pick up today, but otherwise it will be mostly sunny with a high around 60.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says showers look to arrive in western Minnesota late Monday.
Marielle Mohs spoke with the family of one of the survivors.
Faith leaders from across Minnesota are doing their part to stop another tragedy like the Annunciation mass shooting from happening again.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says wind picks up a little more today with gusts up to 30 mph.
The federal shutdown is entering its 26th day with no end in sight. WCCO's Esme Murphy spoke with the head of the federal employees union from the Minnesota region about how 1.4 million federal workers across the country are coping, working without a paycheck.