Minnesota Vikings fall 27-9 to Los Angeles Rams in wild-card round
The season is over for the Minnesota Vikings after losing to the Los Angeles Rams 27-9 Monday night.
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Vikings fans head to Arizona to cheer on team against Rams
Vikings fans were still making their way out to Arizona Sunday night to be at Monday's playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams.
House DFLers take oath of office in secret 2 days before session
Democrats seek to keep Republicans from organizing as a majority, taking control of the chamber with 1-seat advantage.
Gophers dance program, the U's most-decorated, led entirely by former team members
The Gopher dance team is the most decorated program in U athletics, with 22 national championships since 2003. One of the secrets to their success is a coaching staff made up entirely of former team members.
Teen boy on dirt bike dies after crash with pickup truck in Blaine
A teenage boy is dead after crashing his dirt bike into a pickup truck in a northern Twin Cities suburb Sunday evening, authorities said.
Why do eyes water in the cold?
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Arctic blast sweeps in Monday, beginning roller-coaster week
Highs across the state will be in the single digits, and even colder in spots.
3 dead, 1 injured in crash on snowy Crow Wing County road
The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened around 12:41 p.m. in the area of Highway 169 and Channel Drive in Garrison Township.
How soon will Minnesota cannabis businesses open?
It has been nearly two years since legal cannabis passed the Minnesota legislature with the original goal of getting the recreational market up and running this month.
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Is your Minnesota home properly insured?
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
Here's how to stay safe amid Minnesota's arctic blast
The Twin Cities aren't dealing with snow and precipitation so roads shouldn't be too much of an issue, but extreme cold brings up its own set of problems.
Delays at west-central Minnesota schools Monday amid bitter cold
Several western and central Minnesota schools were delayed Monday morning amid stinging cold.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on Jan. 13, 2025
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be a cold night as we fall below zero for the eighth time this season.
Why does cold weather make our eyes water?
The brutal cold that settled in Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing. Why does cold weather make our eyes water? Good Question. WCCO's Jeff Wagner looked into why you're tearing up and how to stop it.
When can recreational cannabis businesses open in Minnesota?
What's called an "expedited comment period" opened Monday for recreational marijuana in Minnesota. But how close are we to actually seeing cannabis businesses open up? As Jason Rantala found out, the timing is still cloudy.
Crews in LA prepare for new fires as Santa Ana winds to kick up again
Monday night's whipping winds could spark more explosive fire growth in Los Angeles. At least two dozen people have died so far in the infernos. Danya Bacchus is in the Pacific Palisades with the latest.
Minnesota’s legislative session set to have bumpy start
The fireworks are flying before this year’s legislative session even starts. With less than 14 hours to go before it begins, it’s not clear who will be in charge of the House or who will even show up. WCCO’s Esme Murphy joins us with the latest on the chaos.
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HSSR: Jan 10, 2025
The Edina and Minnetonka girls hockey teams put an emphasis on mental health during their game Friday. Plus, meet a Benilde St. Margaret's basketball player honoring his late father.
Timberwolves beat struggling Wizards 120-106
Anthony Edwards scored 20 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcome a sloppy first half and beat the NBA-worst Washington Wizards 120-106.
Gophers dance program, the U's most-decorated, led entirely by former team members
The Gopher dance team is the most decorated program in U athletics, with 22 national championships since 2003. One of the secrets to their success is a coaching staff made up entirely of former team members.
Rams take down Vikings 27-9 in wild-card playoff game
The Los Angeles Rams are moving on to the divisional round of the playoffs after beating the Minnesota Vikings Monday night.
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards earns another fine
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has earned his fifth fine of the season, this time for "making obscene gestures toward a game official," the NBA said.
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Why do eyes water in the cold?
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
FBI gives warning on copycat crimes. Here's what they are.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
Why do our homes make noise in cold weather?
Here's an explanation of why people may hear creaks and trembles in their homes during cold months.
How are changing dairy habits in the U.S. impacting our health?
More Americans are drinking less milk, but eating more cheese. So what does that all mean?
How did New Year's Eve traditions start?
Celebrating New Year's Eve comes with many long-time traditions. They include what we drink, what we watch and what we do with someone else at midnight.
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Pet-friendly shelter opens for domestic abuse survivors
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
Minneapolis esthetician helps restore dignity to elderly and disabled clients
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
Milestone for Kobi Co. as it celebrates 2 years at brick-and-mortar location
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Granddaughter of Vietnam veteran helps veterans experiencing homelessness
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
App provides resources, comfort for people with ALS
After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
Firefighter collecting donations to help first responders in Ukraine
When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Svetlana Vold immediately thought of her mom's teachings and looked to give back to her old Ukrainian neighbors who were suffering.
Union Gospel Mission serves free Christmas meals
Volunteers at St. Paul's Union Gospel Mission served up hundreds of Christmas Day meals during a free lunch on Wednesday.
Twin Cities Salvation Army receiving $250K grant
The Salvation Army says it's a proven fact that donations decline when the bells aren't ringing. Fewer volunteers mean fewer rings and fewer dollars raised.
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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.
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.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Northern lights in Minnesota: Oct. 10, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
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How soon will Minnesota cannabis businesses open?
It has been nearly two years since legal cannabis passed the Minnesota legislature with the original goal of getting the recreational market up and running this month.
Delta Air Lines reportedly partnering with DraftKings
Minnesota Vikings fans may soon be able to bet on games while flying to see them play.
Pet-friendly shelter opens for domestic abuse survivors
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
Keeping health care providers healthy amid Minnesota's "quad-demic"
Twin Cities hospital leaders will be meeting again this week to game plan for the surge in patients visiting emergency rooms.
Is your Minnesota home properly insured?
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
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Minnesota hospital service cuts leave residents reeling
Access to health care when we need it most is something many of us have come to count on, but many communities are seeing cuts to services that limit that access.
Is your Minnesota home properly insured?
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
Delays at west-central Minnesota schools Monday amid bitter cold
Several western and central Minnesota schools were delayed Monday morning amid stinging cold.
3 dead, 1 injured in crash on snowy Crow Wing County road
The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened around 12:41 p.m. in the area of Highway 169 and Channel Drive in Garrison Township.
UTV through ice in Brown County, no injuries
A UTV fell through the ice Saturday morning.
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Woman who stabbed classmate for "Slender Man" can be released from custody
A Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed her sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please online horror character Slender Man will be released from a psychiatric hospital, a judge ordered on Thursday.
Authorities need help searching for a missing Superior, Wis. man.
Richard Elliot, 62, has not been seen since Wednesday morning.
Big home renovation rebates available for Wisconsin homeowners
It sounds almost too good to be true: locals are saving thousands and thousands on home updates — especially in western Wisconsin.
Plan to let voters repeal and create Wisconsin laws meets GOP resistance
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' plan to let voters repeal and create state laws without legislative involvement met opposition from the Republican leaders of the Legislature, who signaled that the idea is likely to be rejected for a second time.
Statewide crime alert goes out for suspect in triple homicide in Wisconsin
The New Libson Police Department issued a statewide crime alert on Saturday for information regarding a suspect they believe is involved with a triple homicide that took place on Monday.
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How soon will Minnesota cannabis businesses open?
It has been nearly two years since legal cannabis passed the Minnesota legislature with the original goal of getting the recreational market up and running this month.
Threats fly hours before Minnesota Legislative session set to start
In a press conference held Monday, DFL House Speaker-designate Melissa Hortman discusses why Democrats took the unprecedented step of taking their oaths of office early in a secret ceremony on Sunday.
Will DFL Minnesota House members show up for session's first day?
DFL leaders say they've already sworn in all of their House members in a secret ceremony to prevent House Republicans from assuming power while two races in the chamber are still in limbo.
Judge clears way for partial release of special counsel's Trump report
A federal judge on Monday cleared the way for the Justice Department to release one of the two volumes that make up special counsel Jack Smith's final report.
Minnesotan Ken Martin's bid to be DNC chair gains more public endorsements
The campaign for Ken Martin, leader of Minnesota's arm of the Democratic Party, first revealed to CBS News that the he has 51 endorsements around the country from state party chairs and vice chairs.
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Is your Minnesota home properly insured?
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
How the California fires could drive up insurance costs in Minn.
Insurance claims are skyrocketing in California. But what does that mean for your homeowners insurance costs here in Minnesota?
Macy's closing 2 Minnesota stores, dozens more across U.S.
Stores at the Maplewood Mall and Burnsville Center are part of the batch of 66 across the country.
How to save on car insurance, as rates continue to rise
The state's 55% year-over-year rise in car insurance rates goes beyond inflation.
Big home renovation rebates available for Wisconsin homeowners
It sounds almost too good to be true: locals are saving thousands and thousands on home updates — especially in western Wisconsin.
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Texas man charged with stalking WNBA star Caitlin Clark
Police found that the man was sending Caitlin Clark messages on X that contained multiple threatening and sexually explicit messages.
Virginia man sentenced for exploiting teenage girl
The Virginia man pleaded guilty to one count of production of child pornography on Oct. 2, 2024.
Woman pleads guilty to murder, assault in Maplewood hit-and-run
A 35-year-old woman pleaded guilty Friday in connection to her role in a fatal hit-and-run in Maplewood that happened last year.
State senator seeks delay in trial until after legislative session
The trial for DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell is currently scheduled to begin Jan. 27, but in a filing on Friday, her attorneys asked to continue proceedings until after May 19, 2025.
Stillwater Area Public Schools report data breach on Tuesday night
The Stillwater Area Public Schools administration says their student information system was breached on Tuesday night
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Why do eyes water in the cold?
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Minnesota hospital service cuts leave residents reeling
Access to health care when we need it most is something many of us have come to count on, but many communities are seeing cuts to services that limit that access.
Keeping health care providers healthy amid Minnesota's "quad-demic"
Twin Cities hospital leaders will be meeting again this week to game plan for the surge in patients visiting emergency rooms.
U.S. egg industry sees record chicken deaths from bird flu outbreak
More than 20 million egg-laying chickens in the U.S. died last quarter, federal data shows.
Here's how to stay safe amid Minnesota's arctic blast
The Twin Cities aren't dealing with snow and precipitation so roads shouldn't be too much of an issue, but extreme cold brings up its own set of problems.
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Oscar-winning filmmaker's 9-hour Prince doc may never be shown
The Oscar-winning filmmaker behind "O.J.: Made in America" has made a nine-hour documentary about the life and achievements of Prince. However, it may never end up getting the audience it deserves.
Kristen Bell donates thousands to help Twin Cities man battling cancer
A Hollywood A-lister has come to the help of an immigrant living in Minnesota as he fights a serious illness.
Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Missed watching the Golden Globes 2025? Here's how to watch the awards
If you missed the 2025 Golden Globes, here's everything to know about how and where to watch the show.
Attorney: Man accused of hiding stolen "Wizard of Oz" ruby slippers to plead guilty
The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.