Edina twins take boys, girls state championships
John and Hannah Halverson have been the ice together nearly their entire lives.
John and Hannah Halverson have been the ice together nearly their entire lives.
Hannah and John Halverson have been putting on skates since they were toddlers. They're not only brother and sister, they're also twins. As WCCO's Jason Rantala reports, the two can now add state championships to their names.
Sports can be a way to get through tough times. Ren Clayton brings us the story of a hockey family grieving through the sport.
A teacher at Edina High School got a threat via email Saturday morning. Edina Police are now investigating the incident.
A 47-year-old Edina financial advisor pleaded guilty Thursday to wire fraud for misappropriating $1.6 million in client investments, says U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
The protests stemmed from two students in Edina who were suspended for chanting “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.”
Of the eight seasons Cowger has been with the Hornets, she's taken the team to the state tournament all eight times, and taken home four championships, but she says holding onto that legacy is getting harder and harder.
The last match up of the night to determine who moves onto the semi-finals will be Edina versus Northfield. WCCO's Marielle Mohs caught up with the Hornets who are used to success, but are not underestimating any team going into this tournament.
The nonprofit partners with 140 aging services across 10 different counties.
A driver hit a patch of ice on a street in Edina early Friday morning and did all they could to avoid hitting other vehicles. Unfortunately, they ended up going down a snowy hill next to Highway 62.
Police think a team of thieves is targeting homes in wealthy Twin Cities neighborhoods.
Police in Edina are investigating nine home break-ins which they believe may all be connected.
The investigation comes after CAIR-Minnesota filed a complaint last November with the DOE over the suspension of two Edina students, claiming religious discrimination during pro-Palestinian protests.
Police in Edina are investigating nine home break-ins which they believe may all be connected.
The investigation comes after the Minnesota Council for Islamic Relations filed a complaint last November with the DOE over the suspension of two Edina students, claiming religious discrimination during the pro-Palestinian protests.
A 51-year-old Eden Prairie woman allegedly stole more than $1.1 million from her employer.
Some Twin Cities drivers are experiencing a different kind of pain at the pump.
Troopers say a man that died in a crash in Edina likely had a medical emergency behind the wheel.
A man is dead after a "medical situation" led to a single-vehicle crash in Edina Sunday morning, the Minnesota State Patrol said.
A 26-year-old St. Paul man faces decades in federal prison after he allegedly robbed two Twin Cities mail carriers in a two-day span late last year.
A 26-year-old St. Paul man faces decades in federal prison after he allegedly robbed two Twin Cities mail carriers in two-day span late last year.
In August 2021, at the age of 22, Walt McGrory was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer, according to his GoFundMe page.
More than 30 inflatable, 9-foot-tall Santa Clauses decorate Blake Road, spreading both across Hopkins and Edina.
Our recent weather may not make it feel like Christmastime, but one street in the west metro has the spirit.
It's the end of an era in the Twin Cities.
Officials are investigating after an inmate at a correctional facility in Moose Lake died on Tuesday morning.
Just what is AI doing in these new Windows machines? We found out exactly what Microsoft Copilot+ PCs actually do.
Here's a roundup of the best Amazon Kindle e-readers, with tips for choosing which one is best for you.
WCCO's NEXT Weather team are always looking for what's next in Minnesota's rapidly-changing weather environments.
The Fed's decision will lower borrowing costs from a 23-year high as the central bank pivots to shoring up economic growth.
A Wednesday morning shooting in South St. Paul sent a man to the hospital, police said.
A St. Paul woman who stole a French bulldog from a front porch in Maplewood last year learned her sentence on Wednesday.
Minneapolis and Hennepin County crews are working to clear a homeless encampment following a deadly double shooting nearby on Wednesday morning.
Inside Minneapolis American Indian Center, building trust and community safety is at the top of mind Tuesday night.
Dozens of Minnesota students took a terrifying turn this week when their school bus suddenly left the road and plowed its way through a field.
Officials are investigating after an inmate at a correctional facility in Moose Lake died on Tuesday morning.
A North Branch man faces multiple charges in connection with a crash that seriously injured a 6-year-old and hurt three others north of the Twin Cities on Saturday.
September has been a very dry month in Minnesota. Here's how it compares to the driest on record.
St. Cloud police are investigating a shooting that injured a 20-year-old man Sunday morning.
A North Mankato man was taken into custody on suspicion of driving drunk early Sunday after he escaped his SUV before it was struck by a Union Pacific train.
A boy saved his father's life during a bear attack earlier this month in western Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin State Patrol says the crash happened on County Highway B at the interchange of Interstate 94 in Dunn County near Menomonie just before 4 p.m.
A judge denied Robert F. Kennedy's request Monday to erase his name from the presidential ballot in swing state Wisconsin, ruling that state law requires candidates to remain on the ballot unless they die.
One person is dead after a pickup truck crashed into a western Wisconsin apartment building on Friday.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court wrestled Tuesday with whether a Republican had standing to bring a lawsuit that challenges the use of a mobile voting van in 2022 and seeks to ban their use in any future election in the presidential battleground state.
Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000.
Walter Rouse told his coaches he doesn't want to miss out on any chance to give back to his new community while he's wearing the Vikings jersey.
A group of people from Twin Cities churches walked the streets of north Minneapolis Sunday spreading a message of hope.
Among those participating are Target, Target Field, IDS Center, Capella Tower, Minneapolis Convention Center and the Interstate 35W Bridge.
By all indications, St. Paul's Express Bike Shop lives up to its name, selling and repairing bikes, but there's so much more to what they do.
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
CBS News’ Jarred Hill has the latest from the campaign trail.
The move comes after the Minnesota Star Tribune published previously unreported court filings detailing several accusations against Rep. Jeff Dotseth, R-Kettle River, who is seeking a second term in the legislature.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to a National Association of Black Journalists panel in Philadelphia on Tuesday.
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.
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.
A Wednesday morning shooting in South St. Paul sent a man to the hospital, police said.
A St. Paul woman who stole a French bulldog from a front porch in Maplewood last year learned her sentence on Wednesday.
Minneapolis and Hennepin County crews are working to clear a homeless encampment following a deadly double shooting nearby on Wednesday morning.
Inside Minneapolis American Indian Center, building trust and community safety is at the top of mind Tuesday night.
A North Branch man faces multiple charges in connection with a crash that seriously injured a 6-year-old and hurt three others north of the Twin Cities on Saturday.
It's ironic that in a place and time meant for rest — our beds — anxiety-inducing thoughts prevent its purpose.
Allergy season is upon us and this season is expected to be a doozy. Wet rain means more mold, and this summer has been plenty wet.
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Among those participating are Target, Target Field, IDS Center, Capella Tower, Minneapolis Convention Center and the Interstate 35W Bridge.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Tuesday after he was taken into custody in New York.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Emmy Awards.
Currently, there's a small indie film being shot down in southern Minnesota, one gearing up for production in Duluth and even a couple more indie films slated for the rest of the year.
Former President Donald Trump declared "I hate Taylor Swift!" in a Truth Social post Sunday, days after she endorsed Kamala Harris.
Minnesota Vikings insider, CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin, has the latest as the team prepares for another challenging game against the Houston Texans on Sunday.
The Minnesota United have six games to go in the regular season and are fighting for a postseason berth.
Willi Castro hit a two-run homer, Matt Wallner had two RBIs and the Minnesota Twins bounced back from a crushing loss in the series opener to beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 and stay locked into the final AL wild card.
Napheesa Collier scored 25 points and passed to Bridget Carleton for the go-ahead 3-pointer with 3.4 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Connecticut Sun 78-76 on Tuesday night to secure the No. 2 seed in the WNBA playoffs.
Napheesa Collier has raised her play even higher after helping the United States win its eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Some analysts, including some Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is history. And many analysts say there was a clear winner.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris took the debate stage Tuesday night. Many analysts, including Republicans, are giving Harris the debate win. So, what kind of an impact will this have on a deadlocked race?
Small towns in rural America often get overlooked. As their population shrinks, their history can fade. But you could say Arco remains rock solid in western Minnesota.
It's the center piece of the Walker Art Center's sculpture garden. And in many ways, it's become a state symbol. Roughly 600,000 people a year visit the Spoon and Cherry.
It's estimated that at least half of all fairgoers visit the Miracle of Birth Center, making it one of the most popular exhibits at the fair—and one of the most educational.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
It's ironic that in a place and time meant for rest — our beds — anxiety-inducing thoughts prevent its purpose.
While many are out enjoying summer's scorching finale, hardware stores are thinking two seasons ahead.
It's only a matter of time before the leaves drop. You may think they shrivel up and fall in the wind, but that's not the whole story.
A survey by WaterFilterGuru.com found that 62% of people clean their water bottles at least once a day, 25% clean them a few times a week, and 13% clean them just a few times a month. But is that enough?
The empty nest can stir up all kinds of emotions, from excitement to sadness. So, how can parents cope with empty-nest syndrome? Good question.
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.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the Twin Cities metro late Monday evening, bringing sights to behold.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
WCCO's NEXT Weather team are always looking for what's next in Minnesota's rapidly-changing weather environments.
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.
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows says storms are possible on Wednesday night in the Twin Cities, with severe weather also likely on Thursday.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says we're the end of what has been quite the impressive streak of warm weather.
We're nearing the end of what has been an impressive streak of warm weather, but highs will remain in the mid-80s on Wednesday.
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows says storms are possible on Wednesday night in the Twin Cities, with severe weather also likely on Thursday.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says a boy saved his father's life during a bear attack earlier this month near Siren, Wisconsin.
City and county crews are working to clear a Minneapolis homeless encampment on Wednesday hours after a man was shot dead nearby and another was seriously hurt.
There are plenty of places where you can find ones that are Minnesota-grown, explains Rachel Wandrei with Minnesota Grown and Jack Pahl of Pahl’s Farms.
Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis is inviting the public to its 10th annual Lantern Lighting Celebration coming up this weekend, explains Julia Gillis.