Twin Cities winter stays mild despite late season cold snap
Despite the dangerous February cold, this winter in the Twin Cities is still tracking to be fairly average compared to past winters.
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Despite the dangerous February cold, this winter in the Twin Cities is still tracking to be fairly average compared to past winters.
Keeping people struggling with homelessness safe in frigid temperatures is a demanding and large-scale job.
As the forecast is expected to take a dramatic dip into subzero temperatures next week, the city of Minneapolis has released important information to help residents prepare.
Monday marked the seventh consecutive day of below-average weather in the Twin Cities, and the trend will continue for around 11 more days.
Cold weather advisories are in effect for northern Minnesota from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning for dangerous wind chills around minus 35 degrees.
Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says a cold front could be moving through on Thanksgiving that could bring below average temperatures.
"If you're bundled up, and you find that it's too cold and you can't handle it any longer, your dog probably can't either," one veterinarian said.
The snow may be done, but the cold is just starting.
How you can prevent your pipes from freezing — and save on time, money and frustration — as temperatures continue to drop.
Thousands are in Anoka tonight, celebrating the spooky season in the Halloween capital of the world.
WCCO's Derek James spoke with costume buyers about how they plan on staying warm this Halloween.
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
Temperatures in the Twin Cities will again top out in the 50s on Wednesday, and the rest of the work week should be even warmer.
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
From playing on local fields to making history on the professional stage, Mubashir "Muba" Nour is proving that no dream is too big, and no goal is too far out of reach.
Jack Eichel scored three goals for his fifth career hat trick as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-1.
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
From playing on local fields to making history on the professional stage, Mubashir "Muba" Nour is proving that no dream is too big, and no goal is too far out of reach.
Demand for help at Merrick Community Services is continuing to climb, and food shelf visits have doubled in just two years' time.
Since the policy change, the lawsuit claims at least 46 books were removed or are in the process of being removed from St. Francis schools.
When a 17-year-old Minnesota boy got sick with a mysterious illness, his mom went on a quest for answers.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
Minnesota transportation officials have issued a warning for fake E-ZPass messages that they say are "targeting everyone."
A federal judge in Minnesota has blocked the release of a former state senator accused of soliciting a teenage girl for sex after he allegedly tried to obstruct the investigation.
Five people are facing felony charges after alleged attempts to solicit minors for sex in Washington County, according to the sheriff's office.
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has been found in a Stearns County dairy herd, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Wisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
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.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
Auto insurance costs keep going up, and Minnesota drivers are feeling it. But lawmakers are looking at a potential solution.
Minnesotans are one step closer to seeing cannabis shops popping up in more locations around the state.
Trump has signed an executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandating that all ballots be received by Election Day.
A high-stakes election for the Wisconsin Supreme Court has become the most expensive judicial election in American history, but not without controversy.
The richest man in the world is using his deep pockets to try to sway next month's Wisconsin Supreme Court race. Elon Musk is offering $100 to anyone who signs a petition against what he calls "activist judges." Now, a DFL senator wants to ban that sort of influence here in Minnesota.
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
Minnesotans are one step closer to seeing cannabis shops popping up in more locations around the state.
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
A 21-year-old Minneapolis man is accused of committing multiple thefts across the Twin Cities metro, totalling tens of thousands of dollars.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called a special election in late April for the Brainerd Lakes-area seat vacated by former GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who faces a federal charge for allegedly soliciting a teenager for sex.
Minnesota transportation officials have issued a warning for fake E-ZPass messages that they say are "targeting everyone."
A federal judge in Minnesota has blocked the release of a former state senator accused of soliciting a teenage girl for sex after he allegedly tried to obstruct the investigation.
Luigi Mangione is asking for a laptop in jail to view material as he awaits trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
When a 17-year-old Minnesota boy got sick with a mysterious illness, his mom went on a quest for answers.
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
The transcranial doppler tool uses ultrasound to look at blood flow in the brain's major arteries — and unlike other procedures, it's minimally invasive and doesn't expose patients to radiation.
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has been found in a Stearns County dairy herd, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
For people who are ready to be done with winter, paradise is now within reach at Galleria Edina.
On Wednesday, the best of All Elite Wrestling step into center ring at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
Students at St. Paul's Open World Learning School are learning about sustainability through the creation of an interactive play addressing the decisions people make and how they impact the environment.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
From playing on local fields to making history on the professional stage, Mubashir "Muba" Nour is proving that no dream is too big, and no goal is too far out of reach.
Jack Eichel scored three goals for his fifth career hat trick as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-1.
The Harding High School boys’ basketball team just finished a historic season with their first-ever state tournament appearance, and it shares extra special meaning for head coach Stephen Solaja.
With Sam Darnold joining the Seattle Seahawks and a brief dalliance with Aaron Rodgers seemingly ended — or at least on pause — the assumption is the Minnesota Vikings will enter next season with J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback. According to McCarthy himself, though, that's not a sure thing.
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Minnesota has been at the forefront of passing laws to make life for the estimated 81,000 undocumented residents in the state easier.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, the University of Minnesota president, about the challenges they face.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
South of Hastings, Minnesota, there's a town without a single resident and there are businesses that don't sell a single thing. Yet people can't wait to visit, and once here, they don't want to leave.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
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.
Tuesday is Disability Advocacy Day in Minnesota, so WCCO found out how to respectfully interact with people who have disabilities.
More than one-third of Americans have turned to apps or devices to track the quality of their sleep.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
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.
Temperatures in the Twin Cities will again top out in the 50s on Wednesday, and the rest of the work week should be even warmer.
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.
Temperatures in the Twin Cities will again top out in the 50s on Wednesday, and the rest of the work week should be even warmer.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures will continue to warm steadily before a potential weekend storm.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we will continue to warm the next few days into the 50s and 60s.
Auto insurance costs keep going up, and Minnesota drivers are feeling it. But lawmakers are looking at a potential solution.
Temperatures in the Twin Cities will again top out in the 50s on Wednesday, and the rest of the work week should be even warmer.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says temperatures will continue to warm steadily before a potential weekend storm.
There's a chance you or someone you know has some sort of disability. The number of Americans who have them is on the rise. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield found out how to respectfully interact with people who have them.
From pastime to professional, a hometown kid is getting his shot at the big leagues. WCCO's Ubah Ali introduces us to Muba Nour, a Somali-American athlete making history on the soccer field.