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New research from the Tniversity of Pittsburgh found that teens who were spending a lot of time on their tablets and phones were found to have weaker connections in the parts of the brain that regulate emotion, and control memory and attention.
A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.
New data shows we should be thinking about suicide prevention all year long, and especially in the spring in summer. In 2022, the CDC says the highest rates of suicide were in June, May and July. Frankie McLister spoke to an expert who said the timing is interesting, but year-round prevention is what really matters.
Birds can improve mental well-being for up to eight hours, with the phenomenon likened to a form of mindfulness, or "yoga for the brain."
According to the bill, a "conspicuous mental health warning label" will soon be mandatory and will appear each time the user logs on, beginning July 2026.
As part of the Minnesota Legislature's special session, you'll see something new when you open up social media next summer: a warning label. WCCO's Jason Rantala shows us why advocates say this is a big win, and explains how the law will take effect.
A new survey shows which professions carry the highest rates of depression.
We're coming into the time of year when we can enjoy plenty of sunlight. Now, new research shows that's a good thing, because humans are seasonal creatures.
The non-profit, Interact Arts Center, is opening a new gallery in St. Paul
As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Shonda Craft explores some alternatives to therapy and delves into their effectiveness.
Only about a fourth of moms in the United States say they have "excellent" physical and mental health, according to a new study.
Attendees say connecting with other people who have similar stories is life-changing. | If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, get help from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Trained crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day to talk about anything.
A 27-year-old woman who was reported missing on Saturday in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota has been found safe, police say.
Mental Health Minnesota offers many services, including counselors for the 988 suicide hotline and a warmline.
Minnesota's red flag law is designed to take guns out of the hands of people in a moment of crisis. In year one, 138 petitions were filed for people who wanted to die by suicide or hurt someone else.
While winning is always top of mind for this team, so is something even bigger than them.
Minneapolis Aurora FC is gearing up and expecting another undefeated season with a deep playoff run. While winning is always top of mind for this team, so is something even bigger than them.
Rannon Arch with the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation discusses the connection between addiction and mental health.
The Minnesota Department of Health says the state's suicide rate remained unchanged last year compared to the year before.
A new statewide initiative is hoping to prevent suicide by helping Minnesotans voluntarily and safely store their firearms outside the home until they are ready to take them back.
Minnesota's fishing opener will take on extra meaning for the Pequot Lakes community. Mike Max shows how a group of people is coming together to honor the life of Jack Hennies and raise funds for suicide awareness.
Federal funding cuts to mental health resources is leaving some Minnesotans in a lurch, unsure of whether or not they'll continue to have access to therapeutic and social services.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, says more than 800,000 Minnesotans have a mental health condition.
While some larger police departments like Minneapolis have their own therapy K-9s, Rip and Summit will be on call for public safety agencies across the state.
It’s not just action and explosions. Movies like Marvel’s “Thunderbolts” are sparking real conversations about mental health. Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and Derek James show us how comic books and movies might be helping people more than we realize.
Authorities in northeastern Minnesota are investigating after a man driving a pickup truck hit and killed a young girl on a bicycle Friday evening.
Upon arrival, officers found a 37-year-old woman on the floor in the basement's bathroom with a large laceration on the top of her head.
A man has been charged with murder after his roommate in St. Cloud, Minnesota, died from poisoning earlier this year.
Authorities say the remains found in a vehicle that was recovered from the Mississippi River last month in Sartell, Minnesota have now been identified.
A Mexican national died on Aug. 31 while in ICE custody in Arizona, the federal agency said. His cause of death was unknown and under investigation.
Upon arrival, officers found a 37-year-old woman on the floor in the basement's bathroom with a large laceration on the top of her head.
Officials with the Minneapolis Fire Department say crews responded to a report of a fire around 4:13 a.m. on the 1500 block of Central Avenue Northeast.
This weekend marks the annual Taste of Greece festival hosted by St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church. This year, the church is also fundraising during the festival to support nearby Annunciation Catholic Church.
The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that killed two people near Randolph on Saturday morning.
Kanabec, Minnesota, native Jessica Stiffarm was promoted to sergeant major in the National Guard.
Authorities in northeastern Minnesota are investigating after a man driving a pickup truck hit and killed a young girl on a bicycle Friday evening.
A man has been charged with murder after his roommate in St. Cloud, Minnesota, died from poisoning earlier this year.
Authorities say the remains found in a vehicle that was recovered from the Mississippi River last month in Sartell, Minnesota have now been identified.
Kanabec, Minnesota, native Jessica Stiffarm was promoted to sergeant major in the National Guard.
A Powerball drawing will be held for what would be second highest lottery jackpot on record: an estimated $1.8 billion.
The crash happened just before 6:30 p.m. on 480th Avenue near 830th Street in Ellsworth Township.
A conservative justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court says she will not seek reelection, creating an open race for a seat on the court that's controlled 4-3 by liberals.
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 group of businesses along Nicollet Avenue near Annunciation Church are doing what they can to give back.
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.
The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus and its members are once again gearing up for a fight at the legislature. Joining WCCO's Esme Murphy is Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus Vice President Rob Doar.
In the aftermath of the horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic School, Gov. Tim Walz announced he will call a special session. He will be meeting on Tuesday with leaders to discuss specifics. Joining WCCO's Esme Murphy to talk about this is the No. 2 Republican in the Minnesota House, Floor Leader Representative Harry Niska.
In her first TV interview since joining the Supreme Court in 2020, Justice Amy Coney Barrett also discusses her vote in the 2022 Dobbs abortion case.
The Universal Postal Union says it has started rolling out new measures that can help postal operators around the world after the U.S. eliminated the so-called "de minimis exemption."
President Trump has targeted Chicago and other Democrat-led cities for expanded federal intervention.
The latest statistics through Saturday show that nearly 1.6 million people have passed through the fair gates.
A salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened nearly 100 people in 14 states, including four cases in Minnesota, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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.
Upon arrival, officers found a 37-year-old woman on the floor in the basement's bathroom with a large laceration on the top of her head.
A man has been charged with murder after his roommate in St. Cloud, Minnesota, died from poisoning earlier this year.
A 52-year-old Minnesota man has been charged after a stabbing in Maplewood on Thursday that resulted in the death of another man.
A 37-year-old man has been sentenced for killing two men in the September 2024 shootings near a south Minneapolis homeless encampment, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office said Friday.
The sentencing hearing for a former Minnesota state senator convicted of burglary has been delayed due to her attorney's illness.
Months before thrill-seeking snowboarders and skiers take to Burnsville, Minnesota's Buck Hill, the site played host to a grueling challenge for a good cause.
A 37-year-old Montevideo, Minnesota, woman is speaking out about her life-changing experience with West Nile virus amid a rise in reported cases.
A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit that sought to nullify Minnesota's laws protecting access to abortion, saying the suit lacked standing.
Parishioners of Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis gathered one week after a shooting left two children dead and 21 other people hurt to donate blood as they work to help area patients.
While some wounds from the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church are physical, others are invisible. Doctors who rushed to help say what they saw that day will stay with them for a lifetime.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
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."
Aug. 29, 2025 marks the start of WCCO’s 18th season of the High School Sports Rally. The Academy of Holy Angels football team honored the victims and survivors of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church. Plus, a quarterback who is "creating a buzz."
Joshua Wood threw three touchdown passes before running for a 59-yard score late in the fourth quarter to help Idaho beat St. Thomas-Minnesota 37-30.
Salvador Perez's three-run homer highlighted a five-run first inning as the Kansas City Royals routed the Minnesota Twins 11-2 on Saturday night.
Natisha Hiedeman matched her career-high with 24 points to lead the Minnesota Lynx to a 78-72 win over the Golden State Valkyries on Saturday night.
John Nestor had a pick-six on the game's first offensive play, and Minnesota scored five first-quarter touchdowns en route to overwhelming FCS Northwestern State 66-0 Saturday.
As people look for motives behind the tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School, some are casting pointing the blame on at the transgender community.
As people look for motives behind the tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School, some are casting pointing the blame on at the transgender community. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Minnesota DFL Rep. Leigh Finke about the backlash the trans community is now facing
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, the shock feels everlasting and the loss permanent. The next steps are unclear, but moving forward is already happening.
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%.
There's a cabin that blends into its surroundings so well, you almost can't see it. In Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shares the story behind the "Mirror Cabin" near the town of Ironton.
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.
As Minnesotans rush to support the Annunciation Church and School community, it can be hard to know what to say. And frankly, what not to say.
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.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says highs today will reach the mid-upper 60s, marking the start of a slow warm-up this week.
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.
Sunday will feature more sunshine and calmer conditions, with highs reaching the mid-upper 60s.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says today will feature a lot more sunshine and calmer conditions.
Slight warm up Sunday with temp expected to hit the mid 60s. We do warm to the 70s again at the start of the work week. Monday night into Tuesday could bring more rain. Lisa Meadows breaks down the timing.
It's something we all are supposed to do at least three times a day, but for some, it's complicated. Data shows that more than 10% of people who live in Minnesota don't have enough to eat. That in itself is complicated, but think about if you are living with an autoimmune disease or a disability and can't get to a food shelf.
The school year is back in session, and for many students the meals they receive at school are crucial to their nutrition. But what about the weekends?
Inclusive playgrounds are popping up at more schools across Minnesota, making it possible for kids and parents to access the joy we all know when it comes to play. Now, another local school is looking to build one of these playgrounds.
The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus and its members are once again gearing up for a fight at the legislature. Joining WCCO's Esme Murphy is Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus Vice President Rob Doar.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says highs today will reach the mid-upper 60s, marking the start of a slow warm-up this week.