Break in "Baby Angel" case as southern Minn. woman arrested, charged
A southern Minnesota woman faces manslaughter charges in connection with "Baby Angel," a newborn found dead in the Mississippi River more than a decade ago.
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X sues Minnesota AG, arguing "deepfake" law violates free speech
X, the Elon Musk-owned social media site formerly known as Twitter, is suing Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over a state law regulating the use of "deepfakes" to influence elections.
Vikings mock draft scenarios show team's wide range of options
The 2025 NFL draft begins Thursday night, and dedicated football fans are researching with excitement about all the different possibilities their team can make through the form of mock drafts.
Drain worker stuck in 14-foot-hole in Minneapolis rescued hours later
Emergency workers rescued a man overnight Thursday who was stuck in a hole for about six hours in south Minneapolis.
Man charged in connection to Fairview Southdale lockdown
A man from Independence, Minnesota faces charges in connection to a lockdown at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina on Tuesday afternoon.
How two WWII veterans older than 100 met and became friends
It's proof you can make friends at any age: A couple of World War II veterans from Minnesota and Wisconsin struck up a friendship well after they turned 100.
GOP State Senate candidate says campaign finance complaint is a "smear"
The Minnesota DFL alleges she ignored campaign contribution limits by accepting more than the maximum allowed from nine different donors.
Gov. Walz delivers rebuke of Trump in annual State of State address
Gov. Tim Walz in his State of the State address also called on the divided legislature to work together in the crucial final weeks of the session.
Minneapolis is one of the world's happiest cities, new study shows
With its ample green space, vibrant arts and food scenes and generally genial denizens, is it any wonder Minneapolis ranks among the world's happiest cities?
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Video shows large hail falling in southern Wisconsin
Storms moving through Wisconsin brought large amounts hail Friday morning.
Tips to protect your home this spring
Wind and hail account for over 40% of all homeowners insurance claims, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
Saturday starts off dry as a warm front ushers in spotty storms
Saturday starts off dry, but may turn wet as a warm front moves through the area during the afternoon.
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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. forecast from April 24, 2025
Here's a look at your latest forecast, including when you can expect severe weather to move in on Monday.
Here's a look at the emotional moment two WWII veterans reunite
Les Schrenk, 101, and Reynold Tomter, 107, created an unlikely bond while overseas observing the 80th anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy. The dynamic duo is back together, and WCCO's John Lauritsen dropped in to say hello.
WCCO digital update: Afternoon of April 24, 2025
Jeff Wagner has the latest headlines and updates from WCCO.com.
Minnesota investigation finds senior living facility liable for resident's death
In a 20-page report, the Minnesota Department of Health says Oak Park Senior Living facility is responsible for the death of one of their residents. WCCO's Jason Rantala explains.
Woman charged with manslaughter in connection to Minnesota cold case
Nearly 13 years ago, police found the body of a newborn baby near the Mississippi River in Winona, and just today, officers announced they've charged a woman involved in the case. WCCO's Adam Duxter explains how a community has been waiting a long time for this news.
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White Sox win 3-0 over Twins in rain-shortened game
Lenyn Sosa and Miguel Vargas homered as the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in a game that was shortened to seven innings because of rain.
Vikings mock draft scenarios show team's wide range of options
The 2025 NFL draft begins Thursday night, and dedicated football fans are researching with excitement about all the different possibilities their team can make through the form of mock drafts.
How a Minneapolis teacher is providing opportunities for local hoopers
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Here's every draft pick Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has made with the Vikings
Here's a look back at every draft pick Adofo-Mensah has made with the Vikings since taking over as general manager in 2022.
Twins legends Tony Oliva, Kent Hrbek both suffer strokes days apart
The Minnesota Twins say retired stars Tony Oliva and Kent Hrbek are recovering from strokes suffered days apart.
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Roaring rapids, amazing rock formations abound at Jay Cooke State Park
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
This Minnesota park features 5 giant bronze statues of Jesus
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
Special exhibit marks Titanic's sinking 113 years later
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
How an Otter Tail County man got in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
Minnesota yards a gold mine for antique bottle collectors
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
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Crop art display at Minneapolis courthouse depicts themes of justice
The 17 crop art portraits on display depict themes of civic engagement, justice and community.
Mom raises awareness of AFE after near-death experience
The birth of a child is typically the happiest day in a parent's life. But for a Minneapolis family, it started a mother's fight for her life.
Joan Jett, Cheap Trick and Ludacris to headline Taste of Minnesota
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
Budget cuts at Chelsea Heights leave students without arts, music programs
Low enrollment at Chelsea Heights Elementary School has impacted funding for music and arts programs, leaving staff to figure out how they will still deliver creative classes for students.
Sisters with sickle cell disease see relief thanks to Make-A-Wish
Avianah Drakeford was born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that negatively affects how blood moves around the body. It's not life-threatening, but it is life-altering.
Student calls EMS from bus radio as driver has medical emergency
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
Bethel University students help small town rebuild after Hurricane Helene
Eleven college students from Bethel University in Minnesota ditched their traditional spring break trips to a North Carolina community in crisis.
WCCO alum Caroline Lowe inducted into Minn. Broadcasters Hall of Fame
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
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Minnesota snowstorm gallery: March 5, 2025
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Gallery: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
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How two WWII veterans older than 100 met and became friends
It's proof you can make friends at any age: A couple of World War II veterans from Minnesota and Wisconsin struck up a friendship well after they turned 100.
Man sentenced to 13 years in prison for deadly St. Paul shooting
E'shaun Maurice Funches pleaded guilty to one count each of second-degree murder and illegal possession of a firearm last month for the Dec. 13, 2023, shooting.
Man charged in connection to Fairview Southdale lockdown
A man from Independence, Minnesota faces charges in connection to a lockdown at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina on Tuesday afternoon.
Minneapolis is one of the world's happiest cities, new study shows
With its ample green space, vibrant arts and food scenes and generally genial denizens, is it any wonder Minneapolis ranks among the world's happiest cities?
Beloved co-owner of Uptown's Isles Bun and Coffee dies
Veigel will be remembered as a "mentor, a father figure to many, and a fierce advocate for the underdog," according to a statement posted on the coffee shop's Instagram.
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GOP State Senate candidate says campaign finance complaint is a "smear"
The Minnesota DFL alleges she ignored campaign contribution limits by accepting more than the maximum allowed from nine different donors.
DNR tags steelhead trout to understand population decline along North Shore
Steelhead are a type of rainbow trout that head to the Knife River to spawn. But fewer and fewer have been making that trek in recent years.
Spongy moth quarantine to go into effect for three cities
The three areas were scheduled to be aerially managed this spring with an insecticide used to kill spongy moth caterpillars, but federal funding delays and uncertainties forced the department of agriculture to pivot, officials say.
Businesses navigate cannabis license delays
When will your neighborhood store be open for recreational sales? For those dreaming of green in dollars with a new small cannabis business, they're stuck waiting.
Break in "Baby Angel" case as southern Minn. woman arrested, charged
A southern Minnesota woman faces manslaughter charges in connection with "Baby Angel," a newborn found dead in the Mississippi River more than a decade ago.
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How two WWII veterans older than 100 met and became friends
It's proof you can make friends at any age: A couple of World War II veterans from Minnesota and Wisconsin struck up a friendship well after they turned 100.
Wis. governor's guidance on dealing with ICE agents draws GOP backlash
Guidance from the Democratic governor of Wisconsin's administration to state employees about what to do if immigration officials or other federal agents show up at their workplace is drawing fire from Republicans.
Bull elk illegally killed in west-central Wisconsin, DNR says
The bull elk was found on private property in Black River Falls on March 18.
Big spike in syphilis among newborns in Wisconsin, officials say
Wisconsin health officials are calling a significant spike in congenital syphilis over the last several years "especially concerning."
Wis. Gov. Evers can lock in 400-year school funding increase, court rules
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the Democratic governor legally used the state's uniquely powerful veto to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years.
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GOP State Senate candidate says campaign finance complaint is a "smear"
The Minnesota DFL alleges she ignored campaign contribution limits by accepting more than the maximum allowed from nine different donors.
Mahmoud Khalil was arrested without a warrant, Trump administration confirms
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are asking an immigration judge to terminate his deportation case.
Elon Musk’s X argues Minnesota’s “deepfake” law violates free speech in lawsuit against Elli
X in its lawsuit is asking a federal judge to block enforcement of the law for violating free speech protections.
Cannabis license delays frustrating small business owners
Minnesota legalized recreational marijuana in 2023, and at the time the state said stores could be open as early as March of this year, but the licensing for retail cannabis shops continues to be delayed.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
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Health alert issued for pork carnitas sold at Aldi
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
On 4/20, frustrations continue over cannabis market slowdowns
While 4/20 is a celebratory time for her, My Little CBD Co., owner Lynn Bialick said she is surprised at how long it's taking just to set up a cannabis marketplace.
Al Sharpton meets with Target CEO amid DEI backlash
Target's chief executive officer has met with the Rev. Al Sharpton, whose civil rights organization has encouraged consumers to avoid U.S. retailers that scaled backed their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
200-plus Johnny Cash memorabilia items hit the auction block
A Minnesota company is offering the chance to own never-before-seen pieces of music history.
Target baby food recalled due to possible elevated levels of lead
A company that makes baby food for Target is recalling more than 25,000 packages of a product because it may contain elevated levels of lead.
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Man sentenced to 13 years in prison for deadly St. Paul shooting
E'shaun Maurice Funches pleaded guilty to one count each of second-degree murder and illegal possession of a firearm last month for the Dec. 13, 2023, shooting.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
X sues Minnesota AG, arguing "deepfake" law violates free speech
X, the Elon Musk-owned social media site formerly known as Twitter, is suing Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over a state law regulating the use of "deepfakes" to influence elections.
Break in "Baby Angel" case as southern Minn. woman arrested, charged
A southern Minnesota woman faces manslaughter charges in connection with "Baby Angel," a newborn found dead in the Mississippi River more than a decade ago.
Man charged in connection to Fairview Southdale lockdown
A man from Independence, Minnesota faces charges in connection to a lockdown at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina on Tuesday afternoon.
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2nd measles case of 2025 reported in Minnesota
It's only the second case in the state this year, following 70 cases in 2024 — the second highest total in the past 15 years.
Northfield warns residents of unsafe drinking water for infants
In 2019, city officials in Northfield, Minnesota said the town's water supply tested for high levels of manganese.
How accurate are hospital TV shows like "The Pitt"?
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
Health alert issued for pork carnitas sold at Aldi
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Minnesota lawmakers debate over healthcare for undocumented residents
Applications for free state health care by undocumented Minnesota residents are exceeding expectations.
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Nostalgic movie trailers are the inspiration behind a Minnesota documentary
A series of timeless movie trailers has inspired a Minnesota filmmaker to produce a documentary about their history.
Bob Dylan-attributed quote on the pope spreads online: Is it real?
Minnesotans love to claim Bob Dylan as their own, but they may want to think twice about sharing a quote on Pope Francis purporting to be from the iconic musician.
Meghan Trainor to perform at 2025 Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
Meghan Trainor will perform at the Grandstand this year, the Minnesota State Fair announced.
How accurate are hospital TV shows like "The Pitt"?
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
Paisley Park honors Prince 9 years after death
Monday marks nine years since the death of Minnesota superstar Prince, and his former home and recording studio marked the occasion by inviting fans for a day of remembrance.