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Several new Minnesota laws go into effect Friday, including restrictions for repeated DWI offenders and housing protections for people who train service dogs.
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Several new Minnesota laws go into effect Friday, including restrictions for repeated DWI offenders and housing protections for people who train service dogs.
Just hours before a midnight deadline, President Trump is announcing new tariffs on dozens of countries. The White House announcement sets the tax rate for foreign goods coming into the U.S. but faces some pushback about the use of presidential power. Erica Brown has that latest on the deadline deals from Washington.
A dire diagnosis for health care costs because of federal funding cuts. Esme Murphy joins us with the Governor's warning and details about when we'll feel the impact.
The expert will be brought in after a man was found naked in the Senate chambers late Friday night, and came back repeatedly throughout the day on Saturday.
During a meeting on Monday night, City Councilors discussed ideas of honoring Mark and Melissa Hortman but ultimately said any memorial would need to include input from their family.
Questions are being raised after a man was found on the Capitol grounds three separate times over the weekend - and wasn't arrested until the final time.
Capitol security found a man inside the Minnesota Senate chamber late Friday night after the building was closed to the public, the Minnesota State Patrol said Saturday.
The Trump administration is releasing billions of dollars in grants to schools for adult literacy, English language instruction and other programs, the Education Department said Friday.
Wisconsin Democratic Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez entered the battleground state's open race for governor on Friday by calling President Donald Trump a "maniac" and claiming, "His tariffs are killing our farmers and his policies are hurting our kids."
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers of Wisconsin will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years.
A federal appeals court has ruled that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell doesn't have to pay a $5 million award to a software engineer.
In the wake of the lawmaker attacks, the Minnesota Legislature will pick up the cost of increasing home security for its members. Caroline Cummings explains.
A guilty verdict for one state senator and the sudden death of another could reshape who's in charge at the Minnesota State Capitol. As WCCO's Caroline Cummings reports, that means control of the closely divided Senate is back up for grabs.
EOSIS is a group of treatment centers formerly known as Meridian Health that serve low-income people. This legislative session, Sen. John Hoffman, the chair of the Senate Human Services Committee, helped secure funding for them. That funding is now is in jeopardy with possible federal cuts.
There is still no word from a state lawmaker on whether she will resign after a felony conviction. Currently, Democrats hold a one seat majority in the Senate. Sen. Mitchell's case and the case of Vance Boelter, accused of murdering Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and the shooting of Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, are cases we are going to break down right now with criminal defense attorney Joe Tamburino.
The Minneapolis DFL has endorsed State Sen. Omar Fateh for Mayor of Minneapolis.
The last Republican candidate for Minnesota governor says he's running again.
The prosecution rested its case on Wednesday in the trial of a Minnesota Democratic state senator charged with burglary.
Both sides started making their case in the high-profile trial of DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell today. She's accused of breaking into her stepmother's home in northern Minnesota last year. WCCO's Caroline Cummings shows us what police body camera video reveals about what unfolded that night.
A grand jury has now indicted an accused assassin in what prosecutors call an act of "political extremism." Vance Boelter faces half a dozen federal charges, including the murders of the former House speaker and her husband.
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.
A high-stakes trial is now underway for a Minnesota state senator. DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell faces two felony burglary counts. Prosecutors say she broke into her stepmother's home. Mitchell says she was checking on a loved one with Alzheimer's. Our Caroline Cummings has the latest.
Wisconsin's race for governor is hitting the airwaves more than a year before voting begins.
The states lost out on billions in funding for after-school and summer programs, teacher training and other initiatives.
It's a high-stakes trial that could ultimately determine the balance of power in the Minnesota Senate.
Sure, fall is known for it's hues, but this season isn't typical; seeing marigolds and petunias is pecular.
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota (WRC) treated over 22,000 wildlife patients, surpassing last year's total back in September. A $15 million expansion project is underway.
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families says they're being forced to stop processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits or food stamp applications starting Wednesday because of the government shutdown.
The three leading candidates hoping to be Saint Paul's next mayor contrasted their visions for the future of Minnesota's capital city on Tuesday.
Underneath It All specializes in post-surgical garments, bras and breast prosthetics, and staff say the goal is advocacy as much as retail.
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota (WRC) treated over 22,000 wildlife patients, surpassing last year's total back in September. A $15 million expansion project is underway.
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families says they're being forced to stop processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits or food stamp applications starting Wednesday because of the government shutdown.
The three leading candidates hoping to be Saint Paul's next mayor contrasted their visions for the future of Minnesota's capital city on Tuesday.
Underneath It All specializes in post-surgical garments, bras and breast prosthetics, and staff say the goal is advocacy as much as retail.
For the past six months, a crew of four has manned engine 10 in fire house number six in Minneapolis.
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families says they're being forced to stop processing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits or food stamp applications starting Wednesday because of the government shutdown.
Two families are now without a place to live after a home explosion in Hibbing, Minnesota, lead to a devastating fire on Sunday.
The keen eye of a mail courier in Minnesota led to the discovery of more than $25,000 in cash en route to out-of-state scammers.
From eating lutefisk to cheering for the Vikings, Nordic culture is embedded in Minnesota.
Minnesota's policy on transgender athletes in high school sports is leaving parents and school boards in limbo.
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.
Working as a starting pitcher in the NL Division Series between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers has been one tough job.
A federal judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man accused of smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies to a year and a day in prison.
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.
The three leading candidates hoping to be Saint Paul's next mayor contrasted their visions for the future of Minnesota's capital city on Tuesday.
It was some sharp election workers in Carver County who realized the names and addresses on the voter registration forms didn't match with any county residents.
Citing the shutdown, the Social Security Administration postponed its announcement of the annual payment bump beneficiaries will receive in 2026.
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is among a growing number of airports across the country that are not airing a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown.
City leaders from across the state made a powerful plea at the Minnesota State Capitol on Tuesday to call for action on gun safety.
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.
It can start with a phone call that sounds like a loved one, or maybe it's an email that looks like it's from your bank. Instead, it's artificial intelligence trying to fool you into giving up your money.
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.
The St. Paul Police Department Tuesday confirmed the arrest of one of its now-former employees in connection to a "major narcotics trafficking investigation."
The keen eye of a mail courier in Minnesota led to the discovery of more than $25,000 in cash en route to out-of-state scammers.
The DMT test, which is putting into question hundreds, if not thousands, of DWI cases in the state, is not the standard roadside field sobriety test. It's a secondary breath test administered in jails or police stations.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
St. Paul police are investigating after two men were injured in a shooting on the city's east side late Saturday night.
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.
Because you can't see it, smell or taste it, carbon monoxide can build up to toxic, and sometimes even deadly levels.
A couple in west-central Minnesota were airlifted for treatment after an apparent carbon monoxide leak inside their home.
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione asked a New York federal judge on Saturday to dismiss some criminal charges, including the only count for which he could face the death penalty, from a federal indictment brought against him in the December assassination of UnitedHealthcare's chief executive.
Health officials in Minnesota is reporting two new measles cases, bringing the state's total number this year to 20.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
"Purple Rain," the movie that launched Prince into superstardom in 1984, is hitting the stage.
Three Banana Ball games will be held in Minneapolis next year, according to the Minnesota Twins, who say all of the games will feature the Savannah Bananas and the Loco Beach Coconuts.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
The Minnesota Vikings returned from their bye week, not yet ready to rule J.J. McCarthy in or out at quarterback after missing the past three games with a sprained ankle.
Marco Rossi scored the fourth round of the shootout and the Minnesota Wild beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 after blowing a three-goal lead in the third period.
One 93-year-old woman is beloved at her Twin Cities gym for showing up five times a week to work out and make others smile.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
Koi Perich returned an interception for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter and Minnesota held on to defeat Purdue 27-20.
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.
Rep. Nolan West says day cares aren’t safe enough, and he has firsthand experience.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
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.
Sure, fall is known for it's hues, but this season isn't typical; seeing marigolds and petunias is pecular.
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.
We stay cool on Wednesday, with temps in the 50s. Another chance of rain in our future over the next few days. We do have a few more days above average. Chris Shaffer shares when we see those slightly warmer temps.
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 weather is feeling a bit more like November than October. Steady rain throughout Tuesday, but we dry out Wednesday during the day. Rain chances return, but so do above average temps. Chris Shaffer breaks down the timing of it all.
Steady rain on Tuesday with more rain in our future. Wednesday remains cool with highs in the upper 50s. Chris Shaffer breaks down the timing of our next few chances for rain.
Another round of showers is possible later this week, then it should be breezy and warm with a high near 70 Thursday, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
We stay cool on Wednesday, with temps in the 50s. Another chance of rain in our future over the next few days. We do have a few more days above average. Chris Shaffer shares when we see those slightly warmer temps.
Our warmer weather has some flowers blooming we wouldn't normally see, so what typically blooms and what's different about this season?
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center has seen a major increase in patients but will soon get an expansion to help.
Minnesotans could soon see the loss of SNAP benefits if the government shutdown continues.
Our weather is feeling a bit more like November than October. Steady rain throughout Tuesday, but we dry out Wednesday during the day. Rain chances return, but so do above average temps. Chris Shaffer breaks down the timing of it all.