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Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
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Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates.
An organization in St. Paul is working to get people from tents and shelters into permanent homes.
Lunds and Byerlys is recalling around 500 containers of their Lone Star Dip because of potential mold contamination.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, gives the state of the economy right now high marks and expects more interest rate cuts before the year's end.
Low staffing, long lines and delayed packages — those are some of the reasons why postal workers across the country Tuesday are demanding more from their employer.
Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights.
The federal funds rate currently stands at a 5.25% to 5.50% range — the highest in more than 20 years — and there are expectations that the Fed will reduce the rate by 25 basis points.
The holiday season is just around the corner and Target is preparing to the tune of around 100,000 seasonal workers.
The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.
A scheme is hitting email inboxes across the country that uses public images of people's homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin.
The average wholesale price for a dozen large Grade A eggs is now over $4.
Instead of dealing with drought like last year, they dealt with more rain than many fields could handle.
For five straight years, insurance companies say they have lost money in Minnesota. Now, some people are paying up an additional $1,600 or more for coverage.
It used to be that moving to the suburbs meant renting a place for less than what you'd find in the city. But as more renters leave the city, that price gap is shrinking.
Target's popular car seat trade-in event is set to return later this month.
Officials described the operation as "sprawling" and said it spread a "truly staggering" amount of drugs across Minnesota.
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
A man accused of three sexual assaults in St. Paul was arrested by police in central Minnesota on Monday.
South Twin Cities metro police arrested a man they say is responsible for multiple armed robberies across the metro early Thursday morning.
Minnesota's surplus for the next two-year budget has plummeted by $160 million, according to the latest forecast, which cites federal policy changes and inflation as reasons for the decline.
A man accused of three sexual assaults in St. Paul was arrested by police in central Minnesota on Monday.
Minnesota's surplus for the next two-year budget has plummeted by $160 million, according to the latest forecast, which cites federal policy changes and inflation as reasons for the decline.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
Emergency crews discovered the body of a 58-year-old ice fisherman Wednesday in Faribault, Minnesota.
The Minnesota Department of Health announced Tuesday that they'll be releasing a new, interactive map that will show how much lead, if any, has been detected in drinking water at all public and charter schools and licensed child care centers.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
Police in Hudson, Wisconsin, say they made a shocking discovery following an hourslong standoff overnight Thursday.
More girls and women will soon be able to show their skills on the football field.
A new audit of the November election won by President Donald Trump in swing-state Wisconsin has found that not a single vote was counted incorrectly, altered or missed by tabulating machines.
An hour east of the Twin Cities, Amery's mayor is crediting the town's growth in part to the bridge in Stillwater and Highway 64, which cut the route to St. Paul down by 20 minutes.
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
Two men accused of sexually assaulting a central Minnesota college student have been arrested.
A decades-long Minneapolis firefighter is now fighting another battle of his own. Six months ago, Mark Lakosky was diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
A central Minnesota deputy was unhurt when a man fired a shotgun at him during a standoff on Saturday, authorities said.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
President Trump's cuts to the federal government continue to impact Minnesotans. The administration shared plans to terminate the leases of nearly a dozen federal office spaces. David Schuman looks at the potential disruptions of the sudden announcement.
The Nasdaq plunged 483 points closing down nearly 10 percent from its record two weeks ago. The Dow is on track for its worst week since March of 2023. Erica Brown has the latest on Trump's tariffs and efforts to shrink the federal government.
Minnesota's budget surplus is expected to shrink with economic uncertainty. State budget officials forecast a surplus of $456 million for the next two-year budget cycle. Esme Murphy is at the Capitol with a budget outlook filled with uncertainty for both parties.
Ontario's leadership threatened with an additional surcharge for electricity they export to a few neighboring U.S. states.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
Sales and profits slipped for Minneapolis-based Target during the crucial holiday quarter as customers held back on spending and the company said there will be "meaningful pressure" on its profits to start the year because of tariffs and other costs.
Rideshare drivers in the Twin Cities joined lawmakers and labor leaders at the Minnesota State Capitol on Tuesday to announce a push for unionization rights.
Tax season is underway, and Minnesotans who have filed may be eager to know the status of their refund.
From a deep freeze, all the way to the 50s, the drastic change in temperatures in the Twin Cities is the perfect recipe for potholes.
An hour east of the Twin Cities, Amery's mayor is crediting the town's growth in part to the bridge in Stillwater and Highway 64, which cut the route to St. Paul down by 20 minutes.
Officials described the operation as "sprawling" and said it spread a "truly staggering" amount of drugs across Minnesota.
A man accused of three sexual assaults in St. Paul was arrested by police in central Minnesota on Monday.
South Twin Cities metro police arrested a man they say is responsible for multiple armed robberies across the metro early Thursday morning.
Police in Hudson, Wisconsin, say they made a shocking discovery following an hourslong standoff overnight Thursday.
Court documents show E'shaun Maurice Funches submitted a plea deal last week for the Dec. 13, 2023 shooting.
The Minnesota Department of Health has officially added two more diseases to the list of conditions for which newborns are typically screened.
In Minnesota, snowfall is a fact of life, even in March and April. But shoveling snow puts a higher workload on some peoples' hearts.
The Minnesota Department of Health announced Tuesday that they'll be releasing a new, interactive map that will show how much lead, if any, has been detected in drinking water at all public and charter schools and licensed child care centers.
More than 97% of measles cases across North and South America have been in the U.S. or Canada.
Why do we get bored? How should we overcome it? Good Question.
Legendary comedian and actor, Bill Murray, is slated to perform at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis on April 10.
Outside of learning what new foods will end up a stick, there might not be greater anticipation from Minnesota State Fairgoers than finding out who will headline at the Grandstand.
The Oscar-winning film "The Brutalist" was inspired in part by St. John's Abbey Church, thanks to a book written by a monk who worked with architect Marcel Breuer.
Hip hop star Nelly is planning on bringing the heat to Target Field in Minneapolis this summer.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
Ahead of free agency, the Minnesota Vikings have locked up one of their young secondary players.
John Blackwell had 25 points and a career-high 11 rebounds to help 12th-ranked Wisconsin beat Minnesota 74-67.
Hear from Tartan men's basketball coach Mark Klingsporn, who just won his 700th career game. Plus, see which boys hockey teams from Class AA have stamped their ticket to the state tournament.
Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels scored 29 points apiece and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Charlotte Hornets 125-110 on Wednesday night.
Anthony Edwards scored 18 points, Naz Reid added 23 and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 126-112.
COPAL is one of hundreds of groups across the U.S. forming a modern-day underground railroad network of support.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is joining other states in suing the Trump administration over a number of his executive orders.
The Minnesota Attorney General is joining other states in suing the Trump administration over a number of his executive orders.
With social media proving dangerous in multiple ways for children, an expert breaks down what warning signs parents should look for.
Many public health officials have called for warning labels on social media. The risk includes anxiety, depression, as well as violent outcomes, including kidnappings. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Steve Webb, @dr.stevewebb2542 , whose book draws on his experience as a police officer and Superintendent of an Illinois School District about online safety tips for parents.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
Outside of learning what new foods will end up a stick, there might not be greater anticipation from Minnesota State Fairgoers than finding out who will headline at the Grandstand.
Why do we get bored? How should we overcome it? Good Question.
The drinks are often low in calories and sugar and high in fiber, claiming to support digestive health.
A survey found 40% percent of people don't always put their phones on airplane mode while on a flight, while 17% percent say they never do it.
No matter the age, there's one school subject that just doesn't add up for many people, and trying to solve it can bring nerves and even fear.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast.
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 to expect more melting as tomorrow will be sunny with a high near 40.
Expect a quiet, seasonably cool end to the week, with warming temperatures over the weekend.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says warming temps will be the big story this weekend, with highs back into the 40s.
Gophers' Annie Nabwe threw a weight farther than any women's college athlete has this year. WCCO's Ren Clayton speaks with Nabwe about her success.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer has your latest forecast.
WCCO's Reg Chapman introduces us to Don Tietz, a 104-year-old World War II veteran, who's zest for life hasn't dropped below 100%.
A man in Minneapolis is taking justice into his own hands, working to help park police discover who is responsible for cutting down trees near Cedar Lake. WCCO's Adam Duxter has the story.
Neighbors of the woman's whose body was found in the basement of a Hudson home share with WCCO the horrifying details of the hourslong standoff between the suspect and police.