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A conservative law firm is pushing back against a Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling that transparency advocates say has damaged the state's open records law by limiting when people who sue over records requests can recover attorney's fees.
Wisconsin Senate Democratic Minority Leader Janet Bewley was involved in a fatal car crash Friday that left a 27-year-old mother from Pennsylvania and her 5-year-old daughter dead, police said Monday.
Mary Park In Richmond, Wisconsin - it's a place for fun, but it isn't exactly an even playing field.
One week after a baby alligator was found swimming in a Wisconsin lake just southwest of Green Bay, another alligator was found roaming around, this time in Kenosha.
Wisconsin voters must place their own absentee ballots in the mail and can't have someone do it for them, the state's chief election administrator said Thursday.
A federal judge is siding with the Sun Prairie School District in a lawsuit filed by two Black parents who objected to their children's middle school assignment that asked students how they would punish a slave in ancient Mesopotamia.
When Tim Michels was president of the board of the Wisconsin Transportation Builders Association during the 2007-2008 legislative session, the group's lobbyists opposed an Assembly bill that would have prevented companies that employ "illegal aliens" from getting government contracts, tax exemptions and loans.
Majority Leader Jim Steineke said the Legislature's two-year session ended in March and lawmakers aren't coming back to do anything before the new session starts in January so it makes sense to enter the private sector now.
Barron County Veteran Services Office let the community know that Vietnam veteran Gayle Seefluth would be buried in Spooner today. As WCCO’s Jennifer Mayerle reports, with no next of kin, strangers showed up to honor him.
As WCCO’s Caroline Cummings explains, the new ruling eliminates a way to deliver ballots that became popular during the pandemic.
Most absentee ballot drop boxes are illegal and only the voters themselves can return their ballots in person to local election offices, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled.
DNR research scientist Gary Montz says that the hatching phenomenon in the Mississippi River occurs as the burrowing mayflies emerge all at once to mate, lay eggs, and then die.
It's a decision that could help define the limits of legal immunity for trafficking victims nationwide.
Police believe someone spray-painted the graffiti on St. Bernard Catholic Church's front door and signs overnight.
A teenager lost control of her car, hitting two people watching fireworks Sunday night in Menomonee Falls, Wis.
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a sheriff's deputy shot a man Saturday after he allegedly pointed a handgun at officers.
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has filed a direct challenge to the state's 1849 criminal abortion law that bans nearly all abortions.
A ban dating back to the 1800s has providers in Wisconsin halting abortion procedures after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday.
The president and CEO of Wisconsin's Planned Parenthood, Tanya Atkinson, says they will still help patients navigate to states where abortion remains legal.
After the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Wisconsin law defaulted back to an 1849 law banning abortions.
Chippewa County Circuit Judge Benjamin Lane on Friday scheduled a Sept. 1 preliminary hearing for the 14-year-old boy, identified in court documents as C.T.P.-B.
Whether you're on the open road, or open water, high gas prices are unavoidable. But they could be coming down soon.
His campaign for a third term in the United States Senate was already a steep climb, but Ron Johnson now has to answer to voters' concerns about his office's being implicated in the January 6 Capitol Assault investigation.
Wisconsin adopted a ban on abortion except to save the mother's life in 1849, a year after the territory became a state. The U.S. Supreme Court's landmark Roe v. Wade ruling that essentially legalized abortion nationwide in 1973 nullified the ban.
Some of the biggest stars in the NFL play fantasy football, but the league has rules.
One of the dozens of people arrested after a widespread initiative to address crime in Minneapolis and charged with racketeer influenced corrupt organization conspiracy has been sentenced.
Ryan Hartman scored twice, Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves for his 12th NHL shutout and the Minnesota Wild beat the St. Louis Blues 5-0 on Thursday night in the opener for both teams.
Two men are charged with fraud after they allegedly used stolen EBT cards to purchase energy drinks they would then sell to gas station owners at a profit.
While executing a search warrant at the man's apartment, officers found more than $6,000 in stolen merchandise, including multiple vacuums and smart TVs.
One of the dozens of people arrested after a widespread initiative to address crime in Minneapolis and charged with racketeer influenced corrupt organization conspiracy has been sentenced.
Two men are charged with fraud after they allegedly used stolen EBT cards to purchase energy drinks they would then sell to gas station owners at a profit.
While executing a search warrant at the man's apartment, officers found more than $6,000 in stolen merchandise, including multiple vacuums and smart TVs.
A third man has been sentenced for his role in a staged robbery in Isanti County that went wrong and ended in a murder.
This is Michelle Rollins' first year in business, and her displays, which range from $50 to $750, sold out in a matter of days.
The nonprofit has been around for about 30 years and hosts artists in a residency program.
In New Prague, 91-year-old Leonard Shambour was in danger of missing his first harvest in 85 years due to a health issue. But Leonard's son and fellow farmers weren't about to leave him behind.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
On Thursday, officials provided a look at some new technology that could change how wildfires are spotted in Minnesota.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
A federal judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man accused of smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies to a year and a day in prison.
Wisconsin's Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul has decided not to run for governor and will instead seek reelection to a third term.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice is asking a judge to immediately put on hold his order that would require elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered Wisconsin voters before the next statewide election in February.
Around 18,000 federal workers in Wisconsin are unpaid and in limbo amid the government shutdown, including a woman WCCO spoke with on Monday.
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a teenage boy is dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound days after shooting his pregnant girlfriend and uploading a video of the violence to social media.
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.
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.
A North Dakota judge has upheld the state's ban on gender-affirming care for kids.
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.
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
Ahead of the next legislative session, Rep. Nolan West is leading the effort to redraft all Minnesota day care regulations, including safety rules.
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.
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 new initiative is letting people bring open alcoholic drinks onto the streets of Shakopee and inside participating businesses. But it's getting mixed reviews one month in.
One of the dozens of people arrested after a widespread initiative to address crime in Minneapolis and charged with racketeer influenced corrupt organization conspiracy has been sentenced.
Two men are charged with fraud after they allegedly used stolen EBT cards to purchase energy drinks they would then sell to gas station owners at a profit.
While executing a search warrant at the man's apartment, officers found more than $6,000 in stolen merchandise, including multiple vacuums and smart TVs.
A third man has been sentenced for his role in a staged robbery in Isanti County that went wrong and ended in a murder.
The family of a Minnesota postal worker has filed a federal lawsuit after police and correctional officers allegedly ignored signs of his stroke for hours and he died in custody.
A North Dakota judge has upheld the state's ban on gender-affirming care for kids.
Some Minnesotans in the state's 6th Congressional District are calling on Republican Rep. Tom Emmer to restore health care funding and end the government shutdown.
You likely know what OCD stands for, but many people don't know what having obsessive-compulsive disorder actually means.
An Eden Prairie couple said an AED was a lifesaver on the pickleball court they were at on Saturday night.
A baby boy from Lakeville, Minnesota needed specialized medical care at a hospital across the country. Thanks to some committed parents and a Midwest nonprofit staffed with volunteer pilots, he made the journey.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Disney is hiking single-day ticket prices at two of it most popular parks for certain holiday periods.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Staff at legendary Minneapolis music venues First Avenue and 7th St Entry are mourning the death of Conrad Sverkerson, the clubs' longtime stage manager.
Doctors are warning of a food trend inspired by the popular Netflix movie "KPop Demon Hunters" that is leading to serious burn injuries.
Some of the biggest stars in the NFL play fantasy football, but the league has rules.
Ryan Hartman scored twice, Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves for his 12th NHL shutout and the Minnesota Wild beat the St. Louis Blues 5-0 on Thursday night in the opener for both teams.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will get some "extensive work" during the team's bye week, head coach Kevin O'Connell said, in hopes he can begin ramping up to a return to the field.
The Minnesota Vikings showed again their hidden strength of being able to win close games in adverse conditions by beating the Cleveland Browns at the end of a difficult 10-day road trip.
An Eden Prairie couple said an AED was a lifesaver on the pickleball court they were at on Saturday night.
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.
Her has represented St. Paul in the state legislature since 2019. Among the neighborhoods she represents are Cathedral Hill and Mac-Groveland.
Melvin Carter is seeking a 3rd term as St. Paul mayor. He has four opponents running against him. One of them is Rep. Kaohly Her.
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.
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.
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield finds out if there is "ick" in the licks.
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.
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.
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."
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be similar to today with sunshine and a breeze.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says any showers that pop up this evening will quickly scoot into Wisconsin.
A #Top10WxDay is on the way on Saturday.
Friday will be similar to Thursday, with sunshine and a breeze.
So what are these Minnesota college mascots? Good Question. Marielle Mohs went to the home of the Oles to get some answers.
Like it or not, fantasy football has changed the way the NFL is consumed. But what do the players think? Ren Clayton went to the Vikings locker room to learn how it's perceived and what is allowed.
Michele Braun brings a rare resume to the Augsburg University football team. Not only is she a female football coach, but she also used to play offensive line herself! Mike Max shows how her first-hand knowledge is translating to the men’s game.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be similar to today with sunshine and a breeze.
Prosecutors charged a man with attempted murder after attacking a stranger on a train platform in St. Paul.