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This Thursday is the 15th Twins Home Opener at Target Field. There are several new things to keep your eye out for at the ballpark this year.
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This Thursday is the 15th Twins Home Opener at Target Field. There are several new things to keep your eye out for at the ballpark this year.
How would you like to enjoy a Twins game at Target Field from the back of a pontoon? This season you can — sort of.
The Twins’ home opener is this Thursday, and Fulton is ready for game day, both at the stadium and at their taproom.
The Minnesota Twins put oft-injured infielder Royce Lewis on the injured list with what the club called "a severe quad strain" on Saturday.
Pablo Lopez pitched seven sparkling innings, Royce Lewis homered before leaving with an injury, and the Twins beat the Royals 4-1 to begin defense of their AL Central crown.
The Minnesota Twins' young season is already off to a worrying start as star hitter Royce Lewis left Thursday's opener with an injury.
The Minnesota Twins on Thursday are facing off against the Kansas City Royals for the MLB Opening Day 2024. Here's the full lineup for the game.
The 2024 Twins' schedule offers plenty of opportunity to see big-time players at Target Field or go to some of America's best cities on a road trip.
Minnesota Twins draft pick, Travis Adams, saved a Fort Myers man from a house fire while in town for spring training.
The Twins will take on the Royals in Kansas City on MLB Opening Day.
The MLB season is just a couple of weeks away, and the Minnesota Twins have revealed the festivities planned for their home opener.
Byron Buxton is back in center field for the Minnesota Twins for the first time in 554 days.
The Minnesota Twins acquired outfielder Manuel Margot, minor league shortstop Rayne Doncon and cash from the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league shortstop Noah Miller.
Nick Gordon has lost his salary arbitration case against the Minnesota Twins and will get a raise from $735,400 to $900,000 rather than his request for $1.25 million.
The concert is one of many special events and promotions the team announced on Thursday.
The Minnesota Twins finalized their one-year, $5.25 million contract with first baseman Carlos Santana and added to their bullpen by signing right-hander Jay Jackson and claiming right-hander Zack Weiss off waivers.
The Seattle Mariners have acquired second baseman Jorge Polanco from the Minnesota Twins for pitchers Anthony DeSclafani and Justin Topa, two minor leaguers and cash.
A middle reliever may not turn heads walking down the street in the Twin Cities, but when Caleb Thielbar comes to his alma mater, he's the headline.
Bubba Thompson was claimed off waivers by the Minnesota Twins from the Yankees, moving to his fourth team of the offseason.
Joe Mauer, the hometown kid who became a fan favorite and MVP with the Minnesota Twins, found out Tuesday that he made the National Baseball Hall of Fame in his first appearance on the ballot.
Right-hander Jorge Alcalá is guaranteed $845,000 as part of his one-year contract with the Minnesota Twins that avoided salary arbitration.
Relief pitcher Josh Staumont is guaranteed $950,000 as part of his one-year contract with the Minnesota Twins.
The new plates will cost $15.50 and require a minimum annual contribution of $30; proceeds will go towards charitable organizations.
The Minnesota Twins have become the state's second pro sports team to unveil a specialty license plate.
A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that free agent right-hander Kenta Maeda and the Detroit Tigers have agreed to a $24 million, two-year contract.
Teachers in Minneapolis are expected to vote this week on whether they will strike after bargaining and mediation sessions have gone on without an agreement.
A Twin Cities man is charged with arson after authorities say he threw Molotov cocktails at a northeast Minneapolis ice cream shop on two occasions.
Police in Isle, Minnesota, say they're searching for a missing 17-year-old who may be in the Twin Cities metro area.
Advocates on Wednesday celebrated a Minnesota Supreme Court ruling that found USA Powerlifting violated the state's Human Rights Act in barring a transgender woman from competition.
Eight children were evacuated from a school bus that caught fire in a suburb of Minneapolis Tuesday afternoon.
Teachers in Minneapolis are expected to vote this week on whether they will strike after bargaining and mediation sessions have gone on without an agreement.
A Twin Cities man is charged with arson after authorities say he threw Molotov cocktails at a northeast Minneapolis ice cream shop on two occasions.
Police in Isle, Minnesota, say they're searching for a missing 17-year-old who may be in the Twin Cities metro area.
Eight children were evacuated from a school bus that caught fire in a suburb of Minneapolis Tuesday afternoon.
Wilbury said someone pulled a white car behind theirs, broke the driver's-side lock, removed the panel by the ignition and started the vehicle with a USB cable.
Police in Isle, Minnesota, say they're searching for a missing 17-year-old who may be in the Twin Cities metro area.
Even though leaves are still falling from trees, Tuesday's brisk, chillier weather is a reminder that a Minnesota winter is right around the corner, at least in theory.
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.
A Minnesota woman convicted of filling out and submitting a mail-in ballot for her deceased mother was ordered by a judge to write an essay and read a book about voting's importance to democracy.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has announced he is running for reelection. He sat down on Monday with WCCO to share his decision.
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.
Authorities say neither the driver nor the passenger had been wearing a seatbelt or helmet at the time of the crash.
Nearly a week after a small plane crashed near an airport in McGregor, Minnesota, almost everyone is out of the hospital, and man's best friend is back with his owners.
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.
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.
Advocates on Wednesday celebrated a Minnesota Supreme Court ruling that found USA Powerlifting violated the state's Human Rights Act in barring a transgender woman from competition.
The government shutdown is now the second-longest funding lapse in modern history, stretching into Day 22 on Wednesday. Follow live updates here.
A major decision is expected from the Minnesota Supreme Court, one that could have big implications for transgender athletes across the state.
As Minnesota's legal cannabis market is just beginning its rollout, very few licensees have the official greenlight, reports Caroline Cummings.
The government shutdown is affecting Minnesotans, from federal workers to families relying on assistance programs. Small businesses are also feeling the economic strain. Derek James has more on why they say they need the government to get back to work.
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.
A spa in Prior Lake, Minnesota, is at the center of a criminal investigation into alleged "black market" Botox.
Minnesota is home to 26,000 soybean farmers and 60% of their crop is sent overseas. Now, experts say top competitors, like Brazil and Argentina, are capitalizing on the U.S. loss.
Minnesota is seeing a resurgence in bird flu cases this fall. The virus has infected thousands of turkeys and chickens in eight counties over just the last few weeks.
A Twin Cities man is charged with arson after authorities say he threw Molotov cocktails at a northeast Minneapolis ice cream shop on two occasions.
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 Minnesota woman convicted of filling out and submitting a mail-in ballot for her deceased mother was ordered by a judge to write an essay and read a book about voting's importance to democracy.
A western Wisconsin couple is charged with arson months after their restaurant was damaged in a fire.
Police say a man shot during a fight in a south Minneapolis alley Monday evening may not survive his injuries.
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.
Domestic violence is at a breaking point as resources to fight it are being cut.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
Health officials in Minnesota's Olmsted County say they have confirmed a young child has the measles.
A new M Health Fairview program is giving rural Minnesotans a better chance at survival by flying in lifesaving equipment and specialists when time is running out.
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.
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
"Purple Rain" the musical held its first preview performance at the State Theatre Thursday night in Minneapolis, right down the street from First Avenue, where Prince played in the film.
A group of high school students in St. Paul, Minnesota, found some surprising new partners in their own fight against gun violence: other high school students more than 1,100 miles away.
Advocates on Wednesday celebrated a Minnesota Supreme Court ruling that found USA Powerlifting violated the state's Human Rights Act in barring a transgender woman from competition.
Carson Wentz will make his fifth straight start at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, with J.J. McCarthy lacking time in a shortened week to keep building up his sprained right ankle.
The Minnesota Vikings under coach Kevin O'Connell have focused and prided themselves on situational mastery from third downs to special teams to the red zone.
Danila Yurov scored the tiebreaking goal midway through the third period, and the Wild went on to a 3-1 win at Madison Square Garden on Monday.
Swimmer Adalynn Biegler, of Minnesota's Monticello High School, has cemented her name in the history books of the state high school tournament last year breaking several records. This year, she's aiming to break her own times.
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.
In less than three weeks, voters in some metro area cities will head to the polls to make their first-, second- and third-round picks for municipal seats.
In less than three weeks, voters in some metro area cities will head to the polls to make their first, second, and third-round picks for municipal seats. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Hamline University Professor David Schultz to learn why ranked-choice voting can create unexpected outcomes.
Among the biggest races on the ballot in November is the mayor's race in St. Paul, and incumbent Melvin Carter is running for a third term.
Esme Murphy looks at St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter's chance of winning reelection.
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.
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.
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 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.
While things are cool if not downright cold midweek, the weekend should bring highs into the low 60s, WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports.
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.
Expect some chilly mornings Thursday and Friday, with lows dipping into the upper 20s to low 30s, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says.
Highs should just break 50 in the metro, and we'll stay dry.
The wind will eventually ease and the sun will show up on Wednesday in the Twin Cities as we transition to better days.
Fletcher's Ice Cream and Cafe on Hennepin Avenue East was firebombed on Sunday night and Monday afternoon, according to the criminal complaint. Both incidents were reported to police.
The state Supreme Court in its ruling said that "USA Powerlifting's policy at the time of the decision was to categorically exclude transgender women from competing in the women's division" and reversed part of an appeals court ruling on the issue.
While things are cool if not downright cold midweek, the weekend should bring highs into the low 60s, WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports.
Liz Heinecke shares some mad scientist-approved science experiments for kids at home.
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday sent the case of a transgender athlete who wants to compete in the women's division at weightlifting events back to a lower court to determine whether USA Powerlifting has a "legitimate business purpose" for excluding her.