Attorney General Keith Ellison discusses Minnesota’s Debt Fairness Act
One of the new laws passed by the Minnesota Legislature last year is the Debt Fairness Act, championed by Attorney General Keith Ellison.
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One of the new laws passed by the Minnesota Legislature last year is the Debt Fairness Act, championed by Attorney General Keith Ellison.
Minnesota Attorney General Ellison says his office is prosecuting three separate Medicaid fraud cases that resulted in the theft of more than $10 million.
Minnesota leaders are speaking out on Friday after the U.S. Supreme Court decided to overturn a federal rule banning bump stocks, the type of device used during the country's deadliest mass shooting in 2017.
The owner of a Twin Cities-based car dealership is accused of scamming Minnesotans out of thousands of dollars.
The owner of a Twin Cities-based car dealership is accused of scamming Minnesotans out of thousands of dollars.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Midwest Car Search and its owner this morning, accusing him of targeting Spanish-speaking customers with low credit scores.
The family of 65-year-old Yia Xiong, who was killed by by police in St. Paul last year, is demanding investigators release all of the information about the case.
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association on Friday sent a letter to Gov. Tim Walz requesting that the attorney general take over the case of a state trooper who killed a man during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last summer.
A local group supporting Palestinians plans to make their voices heard at Thursday's State Board of Investment meeting.
On Monday, Minnesota's 2024 Legislative Session begins. Late Friday morning, Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison talked about one of the bills they hope gets passed this session to help people who have medical debt.
Right now, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans could have the cost of a critical medication cut. Our Allen Henry digs into the deal designed to make insulin more affordable.
SEIU says its members, who are mostly people of color and immigrants, are fighting for better wages, retirement security and respect.
SEIU members representing 8,000 essential workers will be joined by Attorney General Keith Ellison to vote on an Unfair Labor Practice strike.
A settlement has been reached between the State of Minnesota and environmental charity Honor The Earth, the state's attorney general announced Friday.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced on Friday a $350 million national settlement with marketing firm Publicis for its role in the prescription opioid crisis.
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office is suing a local dairy farm for allegedly withholding wages and providing unsanitary living conditions for employees. Our Erin Hassanzadeh walks us through what the state found and what it's trying to do about it.
"This is one of the biggest cases we've taken on so far and it should send a message that we will fight wage theft to make sure that every worker in Minnesota takes home every penny that they have earned," Ellison said.
Keith Ellison says a Minnesota company is taking advantage of its workers, many of whom are from Mexico and unable to speak much English.
He says it'll be one of the largest wage theft enforcement actions his office has ever taken.
A court approved the state's motion to require the landlord of Havenbrook Homes to stop exposing its tenants to lead paint in rental homes on Thursday.
Attorney General Keith Ellison said he was "extremely pleased that yet another effort to undermine the voting rights of Minnesotans has been soundly rejected."
Chauvin, who is currently serving a 22-year sentence for the murder of George Floyd, was stabbed last week in an Arizona prison. Ellison said he remains in stable condition.
Minnesota students who are victims of predatory lenders may be in for a paycheck.
Students who are victims of predatory lenders may be in for a paycheck.
Attorney General Keith Ellison announced on Wednesday that his office has reached a settlement Network 46, a California-based student loan debt relief company, for illegally collecting fees and misrepresenting services.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara is set to provide an update on the latest details of the investigation into a deadly shooting at a southwest Minneapolis Catholic school on Wednesday.
Hennepin Healthcare CEO Thomas Klemond described the child's situation as "touch and go" Thursday morning.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
June Holine, 9, described hearing the gunshots as she sat in the back of Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
"I took all three of them. I said, 'let's sit down,'" Pat Scallen said. "And I tried to calm them down. And the one little girl who got shot in the head asked me to hold her hand the whole time, and I did."
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara is set to provide an update on the latest details of the investigation into a deadly shooting at a southwest Minneapolis Catholic school on Wednesday.
Hennepin Healthcare CEO Thomas Klemond described the child's situation as "touch and go" Thursday morning.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
"I took all three of them. I said, 'let's sit down,'" Pat Scallen said. "And I tried to calm them down. And the one little girl who got shot in the head asked me to hold her hand the whole time, and I did."
The victims of the Annunciation School and Church shooting in Minneapolis were honored ahead of a game Wednesday night between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Minnesota Twins.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
President Trump has issued a proclamation ordering the U.S. flag be flown at half-staff following a shooting in Minneapolis early Wednesday during a school Mass that left two students dead and 17 other people hurt.
Two people, including a Beltrami County Sheriff's Office deputy, are recovering from injuries related to a head-on crash involving a stolen vehicle outside of Bemidji, Minnesota.
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.
The Wisconsin Historical Society says the Frank D. Barker was sailing for Escanaba, Michigan in 1887 when it hit bad weather and ran off course.
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.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
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.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and President Trump shared a rare moment of unity in the aftermath of the deadly shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic church on Wednesday that claimed the lives of two young children and injured 17 others.
Minnesota leaders including Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Police Chief Brian O'Hara and Archbishop Bernard Hebda gather to discuss the deadly shooting Wednesday at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic School. Two children were killed and 17 others were hurt.
Amy Klobuchar, Minnesota's senior U.S. Senator, talks with WCCO's Esme Murphy about her connection to the deadly mass shooting at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic School, and her call for bipartisan gun control measures.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has suspended more than 20 employees who signed an open letter criticizing the agency, multiple sources told CBS News.
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.
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.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara is set to provide an update on the latest details of the investigation into a deadly shooting at a southwest Minneapolis Catholic school on Wednesday.
Hennepin Healthcare CEO Thomas Klemond described the child's situation as "touch and go" Thursday morning.
Minnesotans are looking to answer the call for help following Wednesday's mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Events and efforts are underway to help victims, their families and healthcare workers.
June Holine, 9, described hearing the gunshots as she sat in the back of Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
The victims of the Annunciation School and Church shooting in Minneapolis were honored ahead of a game Wednesday night between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Minnesota Twins.
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 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.
Addison Barger had a two-run double in the eighth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 9-8 on Wednesday night.
The Minnesota Vikings are adding a familiar face to their bedraggled wide receiver room, bringing Adam Thielen home in a trade with the Carolina Panthers.
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.
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.
A weak boundary could spark a stray shower Thursday night and overnight Friday in the Twin Cities, but most will stay dry, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Adam Del Rosso.
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.
Our pattern is looking consistently quiet as we wrap up the work week.
Thursday will be mostly dry in the Twin Cities with highs in the upper 70s, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Thursday will be mostly dry in the Twin Cities with highs in the upper 70s, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Pat Scallen ran up to Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis as soon as he heard the gunshots Wednesday morning.
A weak boundary could spark a stray shower Thursday night and overnight Friday in the Twin Cities, but most will stay dry, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Adam Del Rosso.
At least one child is still in critical condition after Wednesday's mass shooting at a southwest Minneapolis church, officials said.
One of the young victims of Wednesday's deadly mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school remains in critical condition Thursday, at the same hospital where her mother works as a pediatric critical care nurse.
Our pattern is looking consistently quiet as we wrap up the work week.