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A new federal government offer is causing concern and outrage among immigration advocates.
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.
Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon is marking the 200th anniversary of organized emigration from Norway to the U.S. On Tuesday, he'll visit Norway House, a cultural center in Minneapolis.
The woman, as well as a man whom authorities say was involved in the chaos, were facing charges Sunday morning.
Iowa's largest school district has said it filed a lawsuit against the consulting company it hired to find superintendent candidates.
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.
Federal officials on Tuesday announced they completed what they called a first-of-its kind operation earlier this week targeting immigration fraud in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area, leading to four people in custody.
The public schools superintendent of Des Moines, Iowa, has resigned while challenging his deportation after being detained by immigration authorities.
The state of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are being sued over immigration enforcement policies.
The United States Department of Justice is suing Minnesota, and both Twin Cities, over so-called "sanctuary city" policies.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Monday that "Minnesota officials are jeopardizing the safety of their own citizens by allowing illegal aliens to circumvent the legal process.”
A state agency revoked the professional license of the leader of Iowa's largest school district on Monday, days after he was detained on accusations that he was living and working in the country illegally.
The motives of a shooter who authorities say opened fire from a roof onto a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement location in Dallas remain unclear.
Several U.S. citizens have filed legal claims against the government, alleging they were wrongfully detained and racially profiled — some said they were beaten by federal officers.
An immigration judge has denied bond to a man who has been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement since he sought police help as the victim of a near-fatal shooting in Iowa months ago.
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
President Trump has targeted Chicago and other Democrat-led cities for expanded federal intervention.
South Korea says it reached a deal with the U.S. to release more than 300 South Koreans detained in an immigration enforcement raid at a Georgia Hyundai plant.
Authorities described the raid at the Hyundai facility near Savannah as the largest single site enforcement operation in the history of homeland security investigations.
The number of immigrant workers has declined from January through the end of July, preliminary Census data shows.
More than 70 unaccompanied minors from Guatemala should be back in the custody of the Department of Health and Human Services after a judge's orders stopped deportation planes from taking off.
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from cutting off federal funding from dozens of "sanctuary" cities and counties — covering several of the largest cities in the U.S.
A Wisconsin court commissioner has resigned after asking to see an immigration arrest warrant, highlighting tensions between judges and the Trump administration over immigration policies.
Immigration agents pulled an undocumented man from the passenger seat of a car in Minneapolis on Friday. They say they arrested him because he showed "a reckless disregard for the safety of others."
Twenty states and the District of Columbia sued the Justice Department for adding a new immigration enforcement rule to crime victim grants.
On Thursday, officials provided a look at some new technology that could change how wildfires are spotted in Minnesota.
A third person has entered the race for Hennepin County attorney.
A lawsuit filed by Anoka County over the Minnesota Department of Transportation's planned distribution of millions of dollars for a whitewater surf park in the city of Anoka claims the move would violate the state's Constitution.
Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the "ancient art of lying" and manipulation.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
On Thursday, officials provided a look at some new technology that could change how wildfires are spotted in Minnesota.
A third person has entered the race for Hennepin County attorney.
A lawsuit filed by Anoka County over the Minnesota Department of Transportation's planned distribution of millions of dollars for a whitewater surf park in the city of Anoka claims the move would violate the state's Constitution.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
A new federal government offer is causing concern and outrage among immigration advocates.
On Thursday, officials provided a look at some new technology that could change how wildfires are spotted in Minnesota.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
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 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.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
The government shutdown stretched into Day 9 on Thursday with another round of failed votes in the Senate. Follow live updates here.
Israel and Hamas are one major step closer to ending their two-year-long war, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Some Minnesotans in the state's Sixth Congressional District are speaking out against their congressman's budget bill vote.
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 third person has entered the race for Hennepin County attorney.
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.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
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.
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.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
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.
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."
We've warmed up quite nicely on Thursday, but there will be some changes throughout the afternoon.
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.
The Twin Cities will enjoy a brief warm-up Thursday before rain returns this weekend, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Clouds increase Thursday afternoon in the Twin Cities, with a few showers possible in the evening hours.
The Twin Cities will enjoy a brief warm-up Thursday before rain returns this weekend, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
We've warmed up quite nicely on Thursday, but there will be some changes throughout the afternoon.
We're getting a look at some new technology that could change how wildfires are spotted in Minnesota.
The Get Your Rear in Gear walk is back, raising awareness and funds for colon cancer research, explain Chris Evans and Bridgette O'Brien.
Wyatt Evans shares a preview of the new eatery's menu offerings.