12 states sue Trump over tariff actions
The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Trump has been subject to his "whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority."
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The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Trump has been subject to his "whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority."
A 46% tax on imports from Vietnam, the world's top furniture builder, will take effect after a 90-day pause unless a deal gets done.
Technology stocks surged after the Trump administration announced exemptions on smartphones, computers and other electronics from tariffs. That has some wondering whether now is the time to go ahead and buy certain gadgets, or whether it's smarter to wait.
President Trump's approvals on economy and inflation dip, as Wall Street has one of its most volatile weeks in recent years.
Republican and Democratic lawmakers' phones are ringing off the hook with calls about tariffs. Democratic Congresswoman Kelly Morrison joins WCCO's Esme Murphy to talk about what they've been hearing from constituents.
Several Minnesota companies are adapting to how they do business due to the ongoing tariff concerns.
Local businesses are adjusting and pivoting how they do business as trade war concerns grow.
At the Twin Cities Auto Show, some shoppers worry about what could be down the road following a 25% tariff on vehicles and auto parts imported into the U.S.
Some shoppers at the Twin Cities Auto Show in Minneapolis are worried about what could be down the road after President Trump initiated a 25% tariff on all car imports and car parts. Frankie McLister speaks with some potential car buyers about their concerns.
Small businesses, usually defined as enterprises with fewer than 500 employees and revenue of less than $7.5 million, make up nearly half of all private-sector employment in the U.S. Many say that the tariffs will make it impossible to function.
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Despite thousands of miles and an ocean between them, some Minnesota businesses rely on deals with China.
Their job is to sell pre-packaged fun, but they say these past few days have been anything but. It’s all because of where the product is coming from. President Trump clarified Thursday that the tariffs on China are now 145%, not 125. Retailers tell our Adam Duxter that they can’t afford to play with prices like these.
President Trump had brushed off the stock market's plunge, but turmoil in the bond market got his administration's attention.
Stocks wiped out a good chunk of their historic gains from Wednesday. Not even a better-than-expected report on inflation was enough to stop the dive. The report shows movement in the right direction, but tariffs remain a wildcard for inflation. As Erica Brown reports, the Trump administration says trade partners are eager to negotiate.
The president of the Minnesota Farmers Union says members are hurting due to the president’s actions.
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."
President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a 90-day pause on most of his new tariffs. Democrats claim the president walked back his plan because he was feeling the negative impacts. While most of those new tariffs are on pause, China is the exception. Tariffs keep rising on both sides as each country retaliates.
Beth Benike is using social media to share her fears over the Chinese tariffs now in effect for her business, Busy Baby.
U.S. stocks soared today as President Trump paused higher tariffs for 90 days — except for China. For one small business in Zumbrota, whose product is made in China, the news doesn't provide a solution but options. Derek James explains how the owner is navigating an uncertain future.
The U.S. stock market surged immediately after President Trump announced the pause on most of his new "reciprocal tariffs."
U.S. stocks soared today as President Trump paused higher tariffs for 90 days — except for China. For one small business in Zumbrota, whose product is made in China, the news doesn't provide a solution but options. Derek James explains how the owner is navigating an uncertain future.
President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on about 90 countries, including China and the European Union. Here's the list.
As President Trump's reciprocal tariff tax take hold, China is reacting with an increase in tariffs of U.S. goods. WCCO Natalie Brand reports from the White House.
A large share of veggies, fruits and nuts are purchased from Mexico, Canada and China, things like apples, avocados, bell peppers, peaches and tomatos. Their prices could go up more than 6%, and your morning cup of coffee could go up more than 10%.
A loyalist of Donald Trump who represents a broad swath of Wisconsin's rural north woods in Congress entered the governor's race in the battleground state Tuesday, shaking up the Republican primary.
At least one person was killed and two others critically wounded after a gunman opened fire at a Dallas ICE field office Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Authorities say alcohol was a factor in a crash that severely injured a woman who was out of her vehicle and checking on her camper in northern Minnesota Tuesday morning.
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.
The Twin Cities will see foggy mornings and warm afternoons for the next few days.
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.
The Twin Cities each have a unique personality, pace, and history. But in the mid-1800s, both were still searching for what to call their communities.
Minneapolis police arrested a 24-year-old man for a mass shooting last month that killed one and injured six others.
Ayub Ali entered a petition to plead guilty to second-degree assault and second-degree riot on Monday, court documents show.
After four decades at the state Capitol, Rest still has a to-do list for her last act in the Legislature.
Authorities say alcohol was a factor in a crash that severely injured a woman who was out of her vehicle and checking on her camper in northern Minnesota Tuesday morning.
A 7-year-old's sudden death at a St. Cloud, Minnesota, school is sparking fear in parents who have kids with autism.
The owner of the home said she had gone to work around 5 a.m. and hurried home after she heard there was a fire.
A former Minnesota state senator convicted of burglary received a stayed prison sentence on Tuesday, and will instead pay for her crimes via work release.
A 15-year-old girl is in the hospital after she was bucked off a horse in Two Rivers Township, Minnesota, on Sunday afternoon.
A loyalist of Donald Trump who represents a broad swath of Wisconsin's rural north woods in Congress entered the governor's race in the battleground state Tuesday, shaking up the Republican primary.
A Republican manufacturer running for governor in Wisconsin as a conservative supporter of "family values" and President Donald Trump followed numerous sexually explicit accounts online.
For those who like to crank the thermostat up during the winter, a new report showing data for the Midwest and other parts of the country says you should be prepared for a much higher price tag this season if you have electric heat.
A Democratic state lawmaker who is promising to be a "wild card" is joining Wisconsin's open race for governor. Francesca Hong is one of four Democrats in the Wisconsin Assembly who are also members of the Socialist Caucus.
After decades of scouring the bottom of Lake Michigan, searchers have finally found the wreckage of a cargo schooner that sank during a ferocious storm almost 140 years ago off the Wisconsin coastline.
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.
Love Your Melon began with beanies and a mission to fight childhood cancer. Now, one of its founders is bringing it all back with a bold new vision.
Donald Henson of Penn Hills is facing federal charges of forcibly assaulting, resisting, opposing, impeding, intimidating, or interfering with a governmental officer or employee and damaging government property.
We Can Ride is both Minnesota's oldest and its largest therapeutic riding program, offering horseback riding opportunities for those living with disabilities.
A loyalist of Donald Trump who represents a broad swath of Wisconsin's rural north woods in Congress entered the governor's race in the battleground state Tuesday, shaking up the Republican primary.
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show just less than a week after network broadcaster ABC pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over remarks he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter at the United Nations' headquarters drew President Trump's frustration.
The 2026 legislative session will be the last for a longtime state lawmaker. It comes at a time when politics has become very divisive. From the political attack on Minnesota lawmakers, to the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, tensions are high. As Caroline Cummings shares, after 40 years, Sen. Ann Rest isn't letting today's climate change her legacy.
After four decades at the state Capitol, Rest still has a to-do list for her last act in the Legislature.
"Now that prices are changed, we're in a wait-and-see. Do people start drinking less? Do people start going out less? What happens to traffic counts? Does this still financially work? It's a big unknown," said Peter Poire-Odegard, who owns Roots Roasting in St. Paul.
Credit cards often provide zero liability for fraudulent transactions. In contrast, bank accounts are the sole responsibility of the account holder.
Nearly half a year after the state's last detection of the virus, avian influenza has been found in a southern Minnesota turkey flock, according to animal health officials.
The vast collection includes pink stuffed llamas, Christmas trees, fake gingerbread houses, Day of the Dead decorations and zombie statues.
Marilyn Hagerty, the North Dakota newspaper columnist whose earnest review of her local Olive Garden became a social media sensation, has died.
At least one person was killed and two others critically wounded after a gunman opened fire at a Dallas ICE field office Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Minneapolis police arrested a 24-year-old man for a mass shooting last month that killed one and injured six others.
Ayub Ali entered a petition to plead guilty to second-degree assault and second-degree riot on Monday, court documents show.
Ryan Routh was found guilty of all five charges, which included attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.
A jury found Margot Lewis, 33, guilty of two counts of second-degree murder on Monday, according to court records.
In an unprecedented move, Minnesota is straying from federal COVID-19 vaccine guidance.
Work is in motion to update a decades-old standard on protections for people who work with lead in Minnesota. The rulemaking process follows a WCCO investigation, and a law change as the result of it.
Love Your Melon began with beanies and a mission to fight childhood cancer. Now, one of its founders is bringing it all back with a bold new vision.
Nearly half a year after the state's last detection of the virus, avian influenza has been found in a southern Minnesota turkey flock, according to animal health officials.
A bipartisan bill that's cleared a key hurdle in the U.S. Senate would boost federal support for families of firefighters who died from cancer linked to their jobs.
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show just less than a week after network broadcaster ABC pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over remarks he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The peak apple harvest season is on for the next four weeks.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" had been preempted on Wednesday following comments Kimmel made on the show in response to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A new thriller hits theaters Sept. 26, and audiences will see British actress Emma Thompson braving harsh temperatures, danger and isolation in the Minnesota wilderness. Audiences will hear an unmistakable Midwestern accent — courtesy of a woman from Forest Lake.
Late night TV host Jimmy Kimmel's suspension is provoking several questions about the First Amendment, the right to free speech and what this controversy might mean for the future.
Champlin Park and Centennial battled in a big matchup of north suburb schools on Friday night. Plus, see how the Park Center Pirates in Osseo are preserving the legacy of a former player who died after a battle with cancer.
Satou Sabally scored 11 of her 24 points in the fourth quarter and Alyssa Thomas had 19 points and 13 assists to help the Phoenix Mercury erase a 20-point deficit and beat the Minnesota Lynx 89-83 in overtime.
Jackson won't go on injured reserve, O'Connell said, and they're hoping to get him back after the team's Week 6 bye.
The Minnesota Vikings under coach Kevin O'Connell have consistently been a pass-oriented team.
After a successful weekend hosting college football, it's now time for the pros to invade the Emerald Isle for the first-ever NFL regular-season game.
The shooting of Charlie Kirk is the latest in a series of violent shocks that have left the nation reeling. With Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz set to call a special session to deal with gun violence, the debate over security for public officials intensifies.
The CDC, along with the Food and Drug Administration, now recommends the COVID vaccines for people 65 and over as well as for people ages 5 to 64 with at least one underlying condition that increases their risk of severe COVID.
More than five years after the COVID pandemic, there has been a dramatic change in the CDC guidelines that is leading to confusion and a lot of people not being eligible to get vaccinated.
More than five years after the COVID pandemic, there has been a dramatic change in the CDC guidelines that is leading to confusion and a lot of people not being eligible to get vaccinated. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Health, Dr. Brooke Cunningham, about the evolving guidelines.
In the aftermath of the Annunciation shooting, Gov. Tim Walz has announced he will call a special session of the legislature to deal with gun violence. While his proposals would include an assault weapons ban, Republicans have a different agenda.
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.
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.
The Twin Cities each have a unique personality, pace, and history. But in the mid-1800s, both were still searching for what to call their communities.
Junk mail has a new meaning nowadays. Rather than filling an actual mailbox, people are getting bombarded with texts and emails they never asked for.
A key ingredient for the quintessential Minnesota hot dish recipe keeps going higher and higher in price, giving people sticker shock at butcher shops and grocery stores.
From Sept. 3 to 7, Minnesota saw temperatures ranging from 11 to 15 degrees below average, with highs barely creeping into the 60s followed by nights in the mid-40s.
As National Guard troops patrol the streets of Washington, D.C., President Trump has threatened to send soldiers to other cities across the country to help stop crime, but can they perform law enforcement duties? The laws create a complicated answer.
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.
We’ve got warm, sunny afternoons ahead for the next several days.
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.
The Twin Cities will see foggy mornings and warm afternoons for the next few days.
The Twin Cities will see foggy mornings and warm afternoons for the next few days.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says morning fog will give way to plenty of sunshine tomorrow with highs in the mid-70s.
A Savage day care is shut down after the death of an infant, the Lake Street encampment that was the site of a mass shooting will stay shut down following a new court order and more.
We’ve got warm, sunny afternoons ahead for the next several days.
The organization has been helping people in Ham Lake for 25 years now.
A Savage day care is shut down after the death of an infant, plus more of the day’s top stories.
The Twin Cities will see foggy mornings and warm afternoons for the next few days.