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These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.
A walk down a grocery aisle can be a bit unpredictable these days after years of rising prices.
With the conflict in the Middle East sending oil prices into uncertain territory, there could be pain at the pump this summer.
Last fall, more than 80% of voters said the economy and inflation drove them to the polls. That includes the rising price of gas and groceries.
Americans preparing to hit the road for Memorial Day are likely to find lowest fuel prices in years, according to Gas Buddy.
You could feel pain at the pump if a pipeline just west of Minnesota doesn't get up and running again soon.
Gas prices dropped recently, but new concerns could move them in the other direction. That's if a Midwest pipeline doesn't get back up and running soon. Our Jeff Wagner explains what drivers need to know.
President-elect Donald Trump says countries that allow illegal drugs and migrants past our borders will pay. He's vowed to make good on an election promise of charging a new tarrif to the U.S.'s three largest trading partners. Jason Rantala looks at what those new international fees could cost us.
Minnesota is one of 28 states under $3 per gallon, said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, which tracks fuel prices.
Gas prices across the country have dropped to their lowest in three years. AAA reports the national average is $3.08. In Minnesota, it's $2.95. Caroline Cummings looks at how long the plunge at the pump may last.
The Minnesota average per gallon is more than 40 cents lower than it was at this time last year, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Data from GasBuddy shows prices in Minnesota seem to have settled in around $3.30 to $3.37.
The cost of filling up is rising ahead of the summer driving season, as peak demand and geopolitical issues converge.
This time of year, many gas stations switch from winter to summer blend gas. So what's the difference? Good Question.
WCCO's Jeff Wagner explains what exactly goes into making those gas prices go up and down.
According to AAA, the average price per gallon in Minnesota is $3.94, which is a few cents above the national average.
Gas prices in Minnesota are predicted to increase by 50 cents to $1 over the coming days.
"It's a psychological level, that is you're more likely to pull into a station at $3.799 than you would be at $3.80," said GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan.
Counting your pennies may not help much these days, but what about an amount even smaller?
AAA expects 50.7 million Americans to be traveling by sky, rails, or road, which is roughly 2 million more than the last record set in 2019.
The 4th of July is less than two weeks away, and the summer travel season is in full swing.
As boaters prepare to fill up, they're finding some good news at the pumps – if they can even get to the pumps yet.
Memorial Day weekend in Minnesota also means the start of boating season for many. And as boaters prepare to fill up, they're finding some good news at the pumps – if they can even get to the pumps yet.
If you have to fill up your gas tank on Wednesday, you may be in for a shock.
The average gallon will cost you $3.47 today in Minnesota.
Osse Area Schools will pay a student a $61,500 settlement after a Minnesota Department of Human Rights investigation found that the district failed to stop a former assistant principal from sexually harassing her.
Iowa Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra on Tuesday confirmed that he is running for governor after a monthslong exploratory campaign in which he amassed support and raised money for an open election in a high-stakes midterm year.
Tou Thao, one of the four police officers convicted of charges related to the murder of George Floyd, is set to be released from prison in early November.
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.
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.
Osse Area Schools will pay a student a $61,500 settlement after a Minnesota Department of Human Rights investigation found that the district failed to stop a former assistant principal from sexually harassing her.
Tou Thao, one of the four police officers convicted of charges related to the murder of George Floyd, is set to be released from prison in early November.
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.
Minneapolis is the only Minnesota city among the 50 listed.
One person is dead after a crash on Interstate 94 in the eastern Twin Cities Monday afternoon.
The Northstar Commuter Rail line between Minneapolis and Big Lake, Minnesota, is set to end service in early 2026, a decision that's drawing sharp criticism from city leaders in Anoka.
One of two men accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a central Minnesota college pleaded guilty on Monday.
Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Iowa Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra on Tuesday confirmed that he is running for governor after a monthslong exploratory campaign in which he amassed support and raised money for an open election in a high-stakes midterm year.
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.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
The U.S. on Monday struck four more vessels that the Pentagon says were trafficking narcotics in the eastern Pacific Ocean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced.
The Senate failed for a 13th time on advancing a GOP funding bill that would end the government shutdown, now on Day 28. Follow live updates here.
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%
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.
Tou Thao, one of the four police officers convicted of charges related to the murder of George Floyd, is set to be released from prison in early November.
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.
Police in Edina, Minnesota, are asking for the public's help after a woman's SUV was hit by a bullet while she was driving on a highway earlier this month.
A 36-year-old woman has been sentenced for a head-on crash in Chisago County, Minnesota, that killed one child and injured five other people, according to court records filed Monday.
One of two men accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a central Minnesota college pleaded guilty on Monday.
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%
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.
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.
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.
Jamal Murray scored 23 of his 43 points in the third quarter and Nikola Jokic had a triple-double as the Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves 127-114.
A young Apple Valley, Minnesota, girl is making a name for herself in the male-dominated sport of mountain biking.
The move is part of an effort to enhance the gameday experience for fans.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards will miss at least a week due to a strained right hamstring.
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.
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.
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.
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.
You likely know what OCD stands for, but many people don't know what having obsessive-compulsive disorder actually means.
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.
It’ll be a rainy Tuesday, though things are expected to dry out on Wednesday.
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.
It cools to the 40s to end the work week, with low 50s for the weekend, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
The Twin Cities area is likely to see about half an inch of rain, with the west metro wetter than the east.
Rain will linger for some parts of Minnesota on Tuesday.
It’ll be a rainy Tuesday, though things are expected to dry out on Wednesday.
Some veterans in need of stable, transitional housing will now be able to live in a brand new house in St. Paul.
Minneapolis educators are inching closer to the picket line.
Luvafoodie's Michelle Mazzara shares a preview of a spicy new menu plan.
Lifestyle contributor Jasmine Stringer shares some sophisticated ideas for a Halloween celebration.