High School Sports Rally: Fall football is finally here
Tonight, it's sweatshirts, gloves and blankets for fans in the stands. Fall football is finally here.
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Tonight, it's sweatshirts, gloves and blankets for fans in the stands. Fall football is finally here.
For the last 16 years, Jim Schrank has roped his band of brothers to make a special trip over to a suburb outside Chicago to referee football games between Neuqua Valley and Naperville Central High Schools.
There's only one team in the NFL that Patrick Mahomes has yet to beat.
Harrison Smith had a quiet start to the season.
Freshman Big 10 standout, Darius Taylor, was sidelined for Saturday's game due to a leg injury, but back up running backs proved they're ready to step up when needed.
Tak Tateoka threw two first-half touchdown passes and St. Thomas of Minnesota went on to defeat Dayton 20-14.
Daniel Jackson caught a pair of touchdown passes and Minnesota pulled away in the second half to beat Louisiana 35-24 and end a two-game slide.
Ryan Jeffers had three hits, including one of three Minnesota home runs, and Michael A.
The shortage of referees and umpires at all levels of amateur sports has been a hot topic for the past several years. So, at Eagan High School, they came up with a unique solution to help the cause.
Armstrong and St. Thomas Academy got our attention tonight and the attention of fans. That's where we find Ren Clayton.
Several games were delayed, postponed or canceled Friday due to thunderstorms rolling in from the west.
The volleyball coach at St. Croix Lutheran Academy High School is in her 25th season with the Crusaders and just hit a major milestone in her career. WCCO's Marielle Mohs introduces us to this accomplished coach.
The Minnesota Wild have signed right wing Mats Zuccarello to a two-year, $8.25 million contract extension.
The audacious experiment of pairing two big men together turned into a false start for the Minnesota Timberwolves last season.
Rookie Ryan Noda hit a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning and the Oakland Athletics held on for a 2-1 win against the AL Central champion Minnesota Twins.
The winless Minnesota Vikings have had trouble hanging onto the ball with an NFL-high nine turnovers and a handful of other drops.
Pinch-hitter Trevor Larnach broke an eighth-inning tie with an RBI double and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat the Oakland Athletics 6-4.
Matt Wallner hit a grand slam in a five-run first inning, Alex Kirilloff added a two-run homer and the Minnesota Twins beat the Oakland Athletics 11-3 on a cold and drizzly night Tuesday night.
Ryan Jeffers homered, tripled and drove in three runs to back a strong outing by Joe Ryan as the Minnesota Twins pulled away late for a 9-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Justin Herbert passed for 405 yards and three touchdowns for Los Angeles and the Chargers kept Kirk Cousins and Minnesota out of the end zone twice in the last three minutes to preserve a wild 28-24 victory over the winless Vikings on Sunday.
Ben Bryant threw a 25-yard touchdown to Charlie Mangieri in overtime, Bryce Kirtz set a career high with 215 yards receiving and caught two TDs, and Northwestern rallied from 21 down to beat Minnesota 37-34.
The Twins clinched the American League Central Division late Friday night at home for the first time in 13 years. They’ve since played a game but the celebration was quite the spectacle.
Shawn Shipman scored on runs of 61 and 71 yards and Tak Tateoka found Jacob Wildermuth from 26 yards out with nine seconds left to lift St. Thomas-Minnesota to a 35-28 win over Morehead State in the Pioneer League opener for both schools.
João Klauss scored in the 64th minute, Njabulo Blom added another nine minutes later for his first MLS goal and St. Louis City beat Minnesota 2-1 on Saturday night to snap a four-game winless stretch.
October Baseball is coming to Minneapolis. As the playoffs return. Adam Duxter shares how fans are gearing up for what they hope is the year.
One family is dealing with what they call a betrayal of their trust after learning their child care program was shut down for being unlicensed.
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the federal government shutdown: making hemp products illegal.
With Congress on the brink of a deal to end the government shutdown, the Supreme Court has agreed to keep in place a brief pause on SNAP benefit payments.
WCCO stopped by a jam-packed gym of about 900 people for a ceremony honoring veterans at Chaska Middle School West in Chaska, Minnesota.
U.S. Army National Guard Veteran Levi Anderson-Knutson doesn't go far without his black lab, Judy. She's his constant companion and trained service dog through America's Vet Dogs.
One family is dealing with what they call a betrayal of their trust after learning their child care program was shut down for being unlicensed.
WCCO stopped by a jam-packed gym of about 900 people for a ceremony honoring veterans at Chaska Middle School West in Chaska, Minnesota.
Jamal Osman said police "responded quickly to the incident" and thanked both Chief Brian O'Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey for checking on him after the carjacking.
Several Minnesota law enforcement agencies say a third party will evaluate their efforts and response of the June lawmaker shootings that killed Rep. Melissa Hortman and sparked a massive statewide manhunt.
Two people were taken to the hospital early Tuesday morning after a house fire in New Hope, Minnesota.
Police say a man in his 20s is dead and another is in custody following a shooting in southern Minnesota Sunday morning.
The cultural and social tradition of the Minnesota deer opener dates back generations, and a twist in one town is connecting generations in a whole new way.
A Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to starting a major northland wildfire this spring.
The cool weather should help hunters, and deer numbers are high in most parts of the state.
The College of Saint Benedict has announced that it will introduce its first-ever women's flag football team this spring.
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
A woman was found dead after a mobile home fire in western Wisconsin last week.
Minnesota was one of 25 states that sued the Trump administration in the fight for food assistance, as more than 440,000 residents rely on the program.
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.
When you think of college roommates, you likely think of a couple of young adults making their way through school and fun. But there's a Twin Cities residence that's completely rethinking the concept of co-ed living, and it's turned into a life-giving project.
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.
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the federal government shutdown: making hemp products illegal.
With Congress on the brink of a deal to end the government shutdown, the Supreme Court has agreed to keep in place a brief pause on SNAP benefit payments.
Minneapolis City Council member Jamal Osman said police "responded quickly to the incident" and thanked both Chief Brian O'Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey for checking on him after the carjacking.
Several Minnesota law enforcement agencies say a third party will evaluate their efforts and response in the June lawmaker shootings that killed former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and sparked a massive statewide manhunt.
Over the weekend, top federal housing official Bill Pulte floated the idea of a 50-year mortgage with President Trump.
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the federal government shutdown: making hemp products illegal.
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
Over the weekend, more than 100 flights were cancelled at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
The cultural and social tradition of the Minnesota deer opener dates back generations, and a twist in one town is connecting generations in a whole new way.
A man from Burnsville, Minnesota, is accused of scamming thousands of dollar from more than a dozen Twin Cities residents who sought his tree care services.
One family is dealing with what they call a betrayal of their trust after learning their child care program was shut down for being unlicensed.
Jamal Osman said police "responded quickly to the incident" and thanked both Chief Brian O'Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey for checking on him after the carjacking.
Several Minnesota law enforcement agencies say a third party will evaluate their efforts and response of the June lawmaker shootings that killed Rep. Melissa Hortman and sparked a massive statewide manhunt.
Four teenagers face charges after a high-speed chase in south Minneapolis on Thursday.
Police say a man in his 20s is dead and another is in custody following a shooting in southern Minnesota Sunday morning.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
M Health Fairview says over 100,000 patients with commercial plans from UnitedHealthcare may find themselves out of network come Jan. 1, 2026.
Minnesota leaders confirmed Saturday the state will issue full SNAP benefits for November to the 440,000 Minnesotans enrolled in wake of a federal court ruling ordering existing federal funds to be directed to the program.
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
Minnesota's health insurance marketplace, known as MNsure, is now open for 2026 enrollment, officials said on Monday.
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
As "Purple Rain: The Musical" takes the stage in Minneapolis, fans can step outside the theater and into Prince's world.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Tomas Thrastarson's 19 points helped Washington State defeat St. Thomas-Minnesota 81-71 on Monday night.
Anthony Edwards had 35 points and six assists as the Timberwolves beat the Jazz 120-113 on Monday night for Minnesota's second win over Utah in four days.
This season for Minnesota was bound to test Kevin O'Connell.
Only one Tommie has either played or coached at every St. Thomas arena, and her name is Ruth Sinn. She's the head coach of the UST women's basketball team.
The Minnesota Vikings have just one game all season with fewer than seven penalties. They thought the pre-snap problems that plagued them early on were gone — not so fast.
Buried in a torrent of election stories on Tuesday was the announcement by the legislative auditor that there were noncompliance issues found in its audit of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's office.
There was no outside polling during the election. So when state Rep. Kaohly Her defeated incumbent St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, for many, it was a shock.
Local election results are also making headlines, from an upset in St. Paul to another term for the Minneapolis mayor.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
Fall harvest means barns across the Midwest are a busy place — but for a central Minnesota woman, they aren't just farm buildings, they're works of art.
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.
We're past our prime when it comes to fall colors. But for many, it's peak time for yardwork.
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
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.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be another nice day with a high in the low-50s.
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.
Wednesday will be mostly sunny and calm, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The clear sky Tuesday night should give us a good opportunity to see the Northern Lights, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
A warm-up will take hold for the rest of the week.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be another nice day with a high in the low-50s.
One family is dealing with what they call a betrayal of their trust after learning their child care program was shut down for being unlicensed. As Senior Investigative Reporter Jennifer Mayerle discovered, the state says there is risk involved.
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the shutdown, making hemp products illegal. Jason Rantala shows us why those representing Minnesota breweries say that would be devastating.
Wednesday will be mostly sunny and calm, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
From the nation's capital, to communities here at home, Americans are marking Veterans Day. WCCO's Frankie McLister stopped by Chaska Middle School West on Tuesday to see what this day means to them.