A look at how a massive corn maze is built
Stoney Brook Farms in Minnesota is home to a giant corn maze that brings in visitors from around the world. CBS Minnesota's John Lauritsen takes a look at how its made.
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Natalie Hudson, First Black Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, on facing adversity and creating a more accessible court system
Natalie Hudson was appointed as the next Chief Justice of the State Supreme Court, which is the only court that can change law.
Karl Holmberg charged with shooting 5 officers in east central Minnesota, told wife it was "his day to die"
The man accused of shooting five police officers in east central Minnesota on Thursday morning told his wife it was "his day to die" before opening fire, according to charges now filed in Benton County.
5 officers shot in east central Minnesota, suspect taken into custody hours later
A suspect has been taken into custody hours after a shooting that injured five officers in Minnesota's Benton County Thursday morning.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar remembers Dianne Feinstein
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who shattered glass ceilings during her more than three decades in the U.S. Senate, has died at the age of 90. She was the longest-serving woman in the Senate, as well as the longest-serving senator from California. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota, joined CBS News with her memories of Feinstein.
The Uplift: A LeBron James surprise
LeBron James stops by a high school in Minnesota, surprising their basketball team and giving students a motivational speech. A rescue organization saves beagles who spent their lives in a lab and shows them the great outdoors for the first time. Plus, the answer behind Southern California's bioluminescence phenomenon that has the ocean glowing blue.
Man charged with murder in fatal shooting of Iowa police officer
The suspect, Kyle Ricke, 43, is charged with first-degree murder and will be extradited back to Iowa, authorities said.
Man accused of raping, waterboarding girlfriend in dorm for days
She was strangled, threatened with a knife and forced to lie in a bathtub while Labatte covered her face with a washcloth and poured water on her, the complaint says.
Minnesota prison put on lockdown after inmates refuse to return to cells
There was no violence and no one was hurt during the incident, officials said.
Natalie Hudson named first Black chief justice of Minnesota Supreme Court
"This is a tremendous responsibility that I approach with humility and resolve," Hudson said.
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Former Minnesota officer charged with second-degree manslaughter; Dollar General to hire 20,000 workers
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Derek Chauvin to request conviction review in George Floyd's murder
An attorney for the former Minneapolis police officer said they will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review Chauvin's second-degree murder conviction.
The Uplift: Hot dogs and town hogs
A Minnesota town aims to attract visitors with unique pig statues. Oscar Mayer gives us an inside look at their once top secret training program for drivers of its Wienermobile – now dubbed the Frankmobile. Plus, other inspiring stories.
Minnesota man arrested over the hit-and-run death of his wife
Investigators said that over the past two weeks they gathered enough evidence to arrest the husband and charge him with murder in the second degree and criminal vehicular homicide.
Man linked to 2 killings after second body found in Minn. storage unit
Authorities discovered the remains of 33-year-old Fanta Xayavong, in a storage unit near Minneapolis last week, two years after her disappearance.
Suspect charged in Minneapolis car crash that killed 5 women
Authorities said suspect Derrick Thompson sped through a red light and crashed into a car which was carrying the five victims.
Damning findings on Minneapolis PD from DOJ
More than three years after the killing of George Floyd, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Friday damning findings from the Department of Justice investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department. Garland went into detail about the investigation's findings of regular use of excessive force and discrimination against Black and Native American people.
Survey: Employment for some with criminal records "nearly impossible"
Americans with criminal records cite difficulties in finding a job, maintaining employment or making a living, while those with felony convictions earn $23,000 per year on average, a survey says.
Minnesota rideshare bill vetoed after Uber threatens to halt operations
An Uber spokesperson said the company would stop operating outside the Twin Cities beginning Aug. 1 if the bill became law.
George Floyd's uncle looks back 3 years later
On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police stopped George Floyd and then-officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into Floyd's neck for more than 9 minutes, killing him. The incident, which was captured on cellphone video, sparked outrage and months of protests across the country and around the world. Floyd's uncle, Selwyn Jones, joined CBS News to talk about his nephew, three years after his death.
Supreme Court sides with woman after county sold her condo, keeping all the money
A unanimous Supreme Court has given a 94-year-old Minneapolis woman a new chance to recoup some money after the county kept the entire $40,000 when it sold her condominium over a small unpaid tax bill.
Minneapolis' iconic Washburn water tower
Minnesota is well-known for its unique water towers. CBS Minnesota's John Lauritsen takes a look at the history and architecture of the Washburn tower, one of Minneapolis' most iconic strcutures.
Minnesota lawmakers pass bill to legalize recreational marijuana
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz said he will sign it into law, which would make Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize recreational marijuana.
Arizona man gets 103 years in prison for quadruple murder
Suggs was convicted in April of four counts of second-degree murder in the September 2021 deaths.
What donors to Trump's White House ballroom stand to gain from the federal government
Dozens of companies and wealthy individuals have given money toward President Trump's $300 million White House ballroom project. Many have also sought favorable policies from his administration.
At least 4 killed in Ukraine after Russian missile and drone attacks
Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine overnight into Saturday killed at least four people and wounded 20, officials said.
U.S. sending aircraft carrier strike group to Latin America in major buildup
The U.S. is sending an aircraft carrier strike group to the waters off Latin America, dramatically increasing the number of service members and ships dedicated to countering narcotics traffickers.
Government shutdown hits Day 25 with no deal in sight
The government shutdown hit Day 25 with no deal in sight as the Senate stands adjourned for the weekend.
Honduran man killed on Virginia highway while fleeing ICE agents
Jose Castro-Rivera was in a vehicle that was stopped on a Virginia highway on Thursday morning, according to Virginia State Police.
Ireland's Catherine Connolly set to be president after rival concedes election
Connolly has garnered the backing of a range of left-leaning parties, including Sinn Féin, the Labour Party and the Social Democrats.
3 Chinese citizens arrested for attempting to illegally buy uranium
The suspects planned to transport the nuclear material to China through Russia, the security service said in a statement.
Kamala Harris leaves the door open for another presidential run
Former vice president Kamala Harris spoke about the possibility of a woman being in the White House one day in an interview with the BBC.
Inside Octagon House, one of D.C.'s oldest – and most haunted – homes
The Octagon is an approximately 10,000 square foot home designed by William Thornton, who served as the first architect of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.