 
                                                  
      Twins To Retire Joe Mauer's No. 7 Uniform
The honor will take place in a pre-game celebration on a date that is yet to be determined. Mauer is the ninth Twins player or manager who will have his number retired by the organization.
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      The honor will take place in a pre-game celebration on a date that is yet to be determined. Mauer is the ninth Twins player or manager who will have his number retired by the organization.
 
                                                  
      The Minnesota Twins announced tickets will go on sale for the 2019 Home Opener Dec. 18 at 10 a.m.
 
                                                  
      Joe Mauer is retiring from baseball, according to WCCO-TV's Mike Max. Mauer's official announcement will come in the form of a full-page ad in the Star Tribune newspaper Sunday.
 
                                                  
      The league's TV ratings were on a downward trend heading into the World Series and a L.A.-Boston matchup did little to help reverse that.
 
                                                  
      The ratings have been mostly down year over year, but how much of a concern is that for Major League Baseball?
 
                                                  
      We're halfway through the NL and AL Championship Series, and boy do we have some excitement on our hands!
 
                                                  
      We ended the year where we started. The Houston Astros sit in the top spot of our Power Rankings.
 
                                                  
      We now officially know the five teams competing for the pennant in the A.L., and one of them is sporting a likely MVP winner.
 
                                                  
      The Oakland Athletics won their second straight walk-off win over the Minnesota Twins, 3-2 on Saturday night.
 
                                                  
      With the NFL now in Week 3 and plenty of Top 25 college football action, SportsLine offers its top weekend picks.
 
                                                  
      It's been a rough season in Baltimore with the team already tying the franchise record for most losses since 1954. They could surpass that mark and others by year end.
 
                                                  
      Most of the damage came against Chase De Jong (0-1), who was pounded for five runs — three earned — on eight hits in 3 1/3 innings.
 
                                                  
      Kyle Gibson (7-13) allowed four hits and one earned run in 5 2/3 innings. He was one batter away from tossing six shutout innings before Sanchez crushed low 2-2 fastball 460 feet into the third deck in left field.
 
                                                  
      Willians Astudillo hit a two-out, two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Minnesota Twins a 3-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday.
 
                                                  
      Kansas City rookie Jorge Lopez came within three outs of a perfect game before Max Kepler walked leading off the ninth inning and Robbie Grossman followed with a single in the Royals' 4-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night.
 
                                                  
      An error by Carlos Correa, when he overthrew first base, allowed Robbie Grossman to reach before the Twins cut the lead to 4-1 on an RBI single by Miguel Sano.
 
                                                  
      Jake Cave homered for the second straight game for the Twins — the rookie's ninth of the year — and doubled and scored twice. Logan Forsythe had three hits and an RBI.
 
                                                  
      With college football back in full force and MLB division races heating up, SportsLine offers its top weekend picks.
 
                                                  
      With college football returning and MLB division races continuing, SportsLine offers its top weekend picks.
 
                                                  
      The Cubs' Yu Darvish, Indians' Trevor Bauer, and Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale all find themselves on the DL nursing various maladies.
 
                                                  
      Eddie Rosario hit a tiebreaking drive in the eighth inning for Minnesota's third homer of the day, helping the Twins top the Detroit Tigers 5-4 on Sunday.
 
                                                  
      Joe Mauer, Tyler Austin, Miguel Sano and Mitch Garver homered for the Twins, who had won four straight.
 
                                                  
      Austin hit a two-run homer, Kyle Gibson pitched seven effective innings and the Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3 on Saturday night.
 
                                                  
      With MLB division races getting interesting, at least in the National League, SportsLine offers its top weekend picks.
 
                                                  
      With his 246th career win, Bartolo Colon finally moved past Dennis Martinez for the most victories all time by a Latin American-born pitcher, an impressive feat for a special pitcher.
 
                                                  
      There's no snow in the forecast for Friday, but Halloween in Minnesota does have a history of seeing some weather extremes.
 
                                                  
      The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says DWI breath tests administered with equipment that had data errors were accurate.
 
                                                  
      The Minneapolis Federation of Educators earlier this week voted to authorize a strike after nearly seven months of talks with the district.
 
                                                  
      A 21-year-old man has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct in a sexual assault that happened in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, on Tuesday evening, according to court records.
 
                                                  
      Tuesday is Election Day and voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots.
 
                                                  
      There's no snow in the forecast for Friday, but Halloween in Minnesota does have a history of seeing some weather extremes.
 
                                                  
      The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says DWI breath tests administered with equipment that had data errors were accurate.
 
                                                  
      The Minneapolis Federation of Educators earlier this week voted to authorize a strike after nearly seven months of talks with the district.
 
                                                  
      A 21-year-old man has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct in a sexual assault that happened in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, on Tuesday evening, according to court records.
 
                                                  
      Tuesday is Election Day and voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots.
 
                                                  
      The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says DWI breath tests administered with equipment that had data errors were accurate.
 
                                                  
      Tuesday is Election Day and voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      Tuesday is Election Day and voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      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%
 
                                                  
      The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says DWI breath tests administered with equipment that had data errors were accurate.
 
                                                  
      A 21-year-old man has been charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct in a sexual assault that happened in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, on Tuesday evening, according to court records.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      Trick-or-treaters in Minnesota may feel some drizzle while collecting candy on Friday night, according to Next Weather meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
 
                                                  
      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.
 
                                                  
      There is no snow in the forecast for Minnesota for Halloween on Friday, but the wet weather had us curious about extreme weather events that have impacted the state in years past. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso shows how this night can be a mixed bag of tricks and treats.
 
                                                  
      Tomorrow will have patchy drizzle in the morning, but will dry up through the day with temps topping out in the mid-40s, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
 
                                                  
      Next Weather meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says temperatures will be in the 40s while trick-or-treaters are out and about on Friday evening.
 
                                                  
      A Minnesota family has waited nearly a decade for a missing loved one to come home. Jeremy Jourdain vanished from Bemidji nine years ago when he was 17 years old. Investigators are urging the public to check their land, outbuildings or abandoned cars.
 
                                                  
      Investigators say a courageous woman is recovering from a terrifying attack that she helped solve. Charges said a man pulled the 51-year-old off a sidewalk in Vadnais Heights on Tuesday and sexually assaulted her. During the attack, officials said the woman ripped off the man's glasses. WCCO's Adam Duxter explains how that piece of evidence sent the sheriff's office into overdrive.
 
                                                  
      Trick-or-treaters in Minnesota may feel some drizzle while collecting candy on Friday night, according to Next Weather meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
 
                                                  
      There is no snow in the forecast for Minnesota for Halloween on Friday, but the wet weather had us curious about extreme weather events that have impacted the state in years past. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso shows how this night can be a mixed bag of tricks and treats.
 
                                                  
      Minneapolis city officials, residents and businesses are celebrating the reopening of Hennepin Avenue. The busy road has been clogged up with closures for the past two years. As Frankie McLister reports, city officials hope you'll show up to support the local businesses.