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Omnifest, the beloved Science Museum movie tradition, is returning in March with back-to-back showings every day. This year's Omnifest features five stunning movies on the Omnitheater's giant screen.
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Where would you go right now if you could go anywhere? Would you pick somewhere warm and tropical?
If you've noticed more potholes than normal lately, you're not alone.
It might not be the right time to ask this, with more snow on the way, but are you planning a big spring cleaning at your home? What chores do you most need to tackle?
Cheesecake Funk™ was started by owner and head baker, Vanessa Drews in 2003 to share with family and friends.
The Minnesota United is hosting a concert at First Avenue ahead of this weekend's home opener.
Beginning Friday at 8 a.m., cars will no longer be permitted to park on the even sides of all residential streets in St. Paul.
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"My concern is the heart of this community is are veterans and senior citizens and they're fixed incomes, they're being priced out of their homes," Brey Mafi said.
Minneapolis Public Schools is not the first district under cyber attack, and it won't be the last -- but that doesn't make it any less urgent.
Some of the ideas from elementary school kids included mirrors for the tapirs as they like seeing themselves, grip material around the pool to keep the animals from slipping and textured rocks the tapirs can rub against for massage.
We know from our research that travel in Minnesota often involves outdoor activities. The weather can be unpredictable, but here are some sure-fire things you can do to get out and appreciate nature.
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A Plymouth family is dealing with major damage from a house fire that was sparked after a snow-covered tree fell on a power line.
The Minneapolis NAACP is calling for accountability after Davis Moturi's yearlong complaints about harassment from his neighbor, John Sawchak, went unanswered.
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is looking at closing five outdoor rinks around the city.
Nestled on the western border of Minneapolis are two neighboring cities that like to consider themselves the "sweet spot" for the entire metro.
A project to improve the Nicollet Avenue bridge in Minneapolis' Tanglewood neighborhood is getting over $34.2 million in federal funding.
The wife of a Minnesota missionary who was killed in Angola has been arrested in connection with his death, according to his church.
Authorities say a man is in custody after allegedly abducting a pregnant woman and her four children, which prompted an AMBER Alert near Brainerd Friday morning. The victims were unharmed.
All 134 seats in the chamber are on the ballot this fall. But only about a dozen — like District 48B covering all of Chanhassen and parts of Chaska — are competitive. Roughly half of those are in the Twin Cities metro.
All mail will be rerouted out-of-state to a company that will replicate the mail before sending it back to Minnesota.
People of all ages with physical, emotional, and mental challenges build strength and confidence while riding a horse.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
Election Day is set for Nov. 5. Here's the ballot that Wisconsin citizens will be voting on.
Wisconsin bars are known for their pints and their patrons. About the last thing you'd expect to discover in such a place would be 55 feet of historic American artwork.
As Election Day gets closer, experts say both campaigns are working around the clock to pick up as many voters as possible.
In-person early voting is kicking off across battleground Wisconsin, with former President Barack Obama and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz hosting a rally in liberal Madison.
To understand the depth of Monica Vega's work, you have to hear how her life started.
People of all ages with physical, emotional, and mental challenges build strength and confidence while riding a horse.
Inside Hennepin County Adult Detention Center, inmates are not only serving time but learning skills to keep them from coming back.
Za'Nari Collins, 6, lived out a special wish at Mall of America Monday thanks to the Bloomington Police Department and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Benilde-St. Margaret's — a catholic school that started in 1907 — is a place steeped in history, a place where a history-making educator walks the halls.
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
In western battlegrounds Thursday, both candidates zeroed in on women voters.
All 134 seats in the chamber are on the ballot this fall. But only about a dozen — like District 48B covering all of Chanhassen and parts of Chaska — are competitive. Roughly half of those are in the Twin Cities metro.
There are 345,000 people in Minnesota who identify as Latino. As a group, they could prove decisive in the outcome.
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
North Dakota voters this fall could end the property tax by approving a ballot measure that opponents say would drastically slash a variety of state services.
A car, stolen in Chicago and recovered in Minnesota, was brought into Best Autobody in Blaine to be looked at. The car's owner now says the shop is asking for $30,000 or her car will be sent to auction.
Holiday spending could break an all-time record this year. The National Retail Federation predicts that sales could hit a whopping $989 billion this season.
Rising prescription drug prices can be tough to swallow, but apps and websites can help lower your pharmacy bill.
The wife of a Minnesota missionary who was killed in Angola has been arrested in connection with his death, according to his church.
Three people were shot in Dinkytown early Friday morning, according to the University of Minnesota.
A 19-year-old Minneapolis man has been charged in the shooting of three teens near the Minnesota State Fairgrounds on Labor Day.
A 29-year-old Blaine man has been sentenced to five years of supervised probation in connection to an explosion at an apartment in Blaine that occurred with his young child inside.
Campbell Blair, 58, is charged with one count each of criminal vehicular operation causing substantial bodily harm while under the influence of alcohol and carrying a pistol while under the influence of alcohol.
Twenty-five grams of sugar is about six teaspoons. It may sound like a lot, but you can hit that amount with just one item.
People of all ages with physical, emotional, and mental challenges build strength and confidence while riding a horse.
The MNUFC Academy is one of the first in the MLS to make sure players are both physically and mentally ready for the pro league through a partnership with Allina Health called the "Change to Chill" program.
According to Forbes, every year, Americans buy 600 million pounds of candy for Halloween. It also means it's a good time to talk about kids dental health and some low-cost options.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Phil Lesh, bassist and founding member of The Grateful Dead, died surrounded by his family, a post on his Instagram said.
Joe Rogan interviewed former President Donald Trump at his studio Friday. Here's what to know about the show.
Infielder Kyle Farmer and outfielder Manuel Margot became free agents after the their 2025 options were declined.
Minnesota Twins fielder Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement from baseball Thursday, citing injuries as the driving force behind ending his career just four years after his major league debut.
It's the eighth World Series title in franchise history for the Boys in Blue, and their second in five years.
Halloween is upon us, and suddenly the 2024 NFL season looks a little scary if you're a Minnesota Vikings fan.
Jefferson Diaz scored the decisive goal in a 5-4 shootout after Minnesota and Real Salt Lake played to a scoreless draw in regulation, and United beat RSL in the first game of a best-of-three series on Tuesday night.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
The polls have missed badly before — most infamously in 2016 when almost every poll had Hillary Clinton beating former President Donald Trump.
The Fitzgerald Theater is the oldest active theater in St. Paul — but is it also haunted?
Wisconsin bars are known for their pints and their patrons. About the last thing you'd expect to discover in such a place would be 55 feet of historic American artwork.
Did you know Minnesota has a real castle? Miller Castle, near Nisswa.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us through the long history and evolution of the Goldy Gopher mascot.
The town has embraced the stones so much that every summer they have Agate Days, also known as the largest rock show in Minnesota, with over 100 vendors.
Twenty-five grams of sugar is about six teaspoons. It may sound like a lot, but you can hit that amount with just one item.
As the votes are tallied on election night and maps show which presidential candidate has a lead in each state, viewers likely won't need an explanation on why some states and red and others blue.
We are in the thick of fall and leaves are piling up across Minnesota. As you get to work in the yard, we wanted to know: What are the benefits of mulching leaves?
Homelessness is a difficult issue to quantify, but for more than three decades the Wilder Foundation has been trying to do just that through the Minnesota Homeless Study.
With glowing eyes and a crooked smile, jack-o-lanterns crop up every Halloween, but where did the tradition come from?
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
A powerful thunderstorm tore through the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair on Monday night, delaying Tuesday's opening.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says low temperatures on Saturday will be in the 40s and 50s across Minnesota.
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 weekend will start dry under a partly sunny sky with temps into the upper 50s on Saturday afternoon.
Afternoon high temperatures will hit the mid-40s, which is near-average for this time of year.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says a small, weak piece of energy aloft could try to throw an isolated shower across west-central and northern Minnesota this afternoon. Otherwise it should be pretty dry.
A project to improve the Nicollet Avenue bridge in Minneapolis' Tanglewood neighborhood is getting over $34.2 million in federal funding.
Students at the University of Minnesota and local business leaders are worried about safety after a shooting near Dinkytown that injured three Friday morning.
The statewide referendum authored by Republican legislators asks for permission to amend the state constitution to clearly prohibit non-U.S. citizens from voting in any election held in the state.
The Minneapolis NAACP is calling for accountability after Davis Moturi's yearlong complaints about harassment from his neighbor, John Sawchak, went unanswered.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says low temperatures on Saturday will be in the 40s and 50s across Minnesota.