St. Paul food shelf pushes for donations as demand doubles
Demand for help at Merrick Community Services is continuing to climb, and food shelf visits have doubled in just two years' time.
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Demand for help at Merrick Community Services is continuing to climb, and food shelf visits have doubled in just two years' time.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
The Minnesota State Capitol will be busy on Wednesday, with two high-profile issues on the table.
Food insecurity is on the rise, and Minnesotans made nearly nine million trips to food shelves last year.
As lawmakers in Washington D.C. consider a budget proposal to slash taxes, advocates in Minnesota are warning of the potential for devastating consequences for hundreds of thousands in the state.
Minnesotans made nearly 9 million trips to food shelves, according to The Food Group, a statewide agency that announced its report Wednesday.
Minnesotans made nearly 9 million trips to food shelves, according to The Food Group, a statewide agency that announced its report Wednesday.
Schools served more than 150 million meals last year for students, under the new state program providing breakfast and lunch at no cost to families, regardless of their income, state education leaders said Wednesday.
There's a gathering space in Minneapolis for treating each other with dignity and respect one spoonful at a time.
On Monday, a White House memo ordered a freeze on all federal assistance, so agencies could review compliance with President Trump's executive orders, specifically targeting spending on diversity, equity and inclusion programs, and "woke gender ideology."
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but it can also be a time of stress, even after the calendar turns to the New Year. Second Harvest Heartland says more than 60% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck and are facing food insecurity. Allison O'Toole joins us to talk about what Second Harvest Heartland is doing to help our neighbors year-round.
It looks like any other grocery store, but when you check out at Today's Harvest in Maplewood, shoppers aren't spending a dime.
A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger.
Two grocery stores will open in Minneapolis. One on the northside and one of the southside, bringing relief to some communities that need it.
Pull up to a good parking spot in front of CentraCare Health in the town of Long Prairie and you'll notice what looks like a large bird house.
Summer is now in full swing. But when school's out, it can be a really hungry time for Minnesota families.
Public schools in Wisconsin are turning to indoor gardens to get fresh produce to their cafeteria tables.
Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday announced a new way to help low income families with school-aged kids buy food during the summer school break.
A local food shelf is raising money for a refrigerated food truck to help meet the growing need.
The nation's third-largest food bank is using a 24-hour fundraiser to fight food insecurity.
Recent data found Minnesotans visited food shelves at least 7.5 million times last year — that's 2 million more than the record in 2022.
With the help of a local nonprofit, Shiloh Temple raised millions overnight to help keep the doors open — and it's unique brand of community outreach — going at this North Minneapolis staple.
Children "shouldn't go hungry because they lose access" to school meals, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said.
State officials say household visits to food shelves are on pace to hit seven million by the end of this year. That's up from last year's five million visits, which was unprecedented at the time.
North Dakota's Republican governor has vetoed bills to further restrict sexual content in libraries and to create a private school voucher program.
A federal judge has found the U.S. government liable to the state of North Dakota for nearly $28 million in the state's lawsuit for recouping money spent on policing the protest of the Dakota Access Pipeline.
The Minnesota Vikings completed their offseason mission of completely overhauling the interior offensive line by taking guard Donovan Jackson in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday night.
Both sides of a busy stretch of Interstate 35W in the Twin Cities will be closed this weekend.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
Both sides of a busy stretch of Interstate 35W in the Twin Cities will be closed this weekend.
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was arrested for allegedly driving while impaired in the Twin Cities.
Critters not commonly seen around the Twin Cities found themselves in a prickly situation on Wednesday.
Investigators say eight people are tied to more than three dozen burglaries across the Twin Cities, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars being stolen.
A federal agency focused on volunteerism and service is one of the latest targets of cost-cutting efforts by the Trump administration.
A Duluth man faces criminal charges some nine months after firefighters found the burned body of a 25-year-old man who had been stabbed more than 30 times.
Critters not commonly seen around the Twin Cities found themselves in a prickly situation on Wednesday.
It's a twist that would make Tex Avery proud: a duck has temporarily taken over the nest featured on Minnesota's EagleCam.
The Minnesota DFL alleges she ignored campaign contribution limits by accepting more than the maximum allowed from nine different donors.
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.
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.
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.
The bull elk was found on private property in Black River Falls on March 18.
Wisconsin health officials are calling a significant spike in congenital syphilis over the last several years "especially concerning."
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.
The 17 crop art portraits on display depict themes of civic engagement, justice and community.
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 and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
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.
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.
North Dakota's Republican governor has vetoed bills to further restrict sexual content in libraries and to create a private school voucher program.
A federal judge has found the U.S. government liable to the state of North Dakota for nearly $28 million in the state's lawsuit for recouping money spent on policing the protest of the Dakota Access Pipeline.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
A Duluth man faces criminal charges after firefighters found the burned body of a 25-year-old man who had been stabbed more than 30 times, plus more of the day’s top stories.
A federal agency focused on volunteerism and service is one of the latest targets of cost-cutting efforts by the Trump administration.
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).
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.
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.
A Minnesota company is offering the chance to own never-before-seen pieces of music history.
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.
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was arrested for allegedly driving while impaired in the Twin Cities.
A Duluth man faces criminal charges some nine months after firefighters found the burned body of a 25-year-old man who had been stabbed more than 30 times.
Investigators say eight people are tied to more than three dozen burglaries across the Twin Cities, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars being stolen.
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.
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.
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.
In 2019, city officials in Northfield, Minnesota said the town's water supply tested for high levels of manganese.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
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).
Applications for free state health care by undocumented Minnesota residents are exceeding expectations.
A series of timeless movie trailers has inspired a Minnesota filmmaker to produce a documentary about their history.
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 will perform at the Grandstand this year, the Minnesota State Fair announced.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
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.
The Minnesota Vikings completed their offseason mission of completely overhauling the interior offensive line by taking guard Donovan Jackson in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday night.
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was arrested for allegedly driving while impaired in the Twin Cities.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Kirill Kaprizov had two power-play goals and the Minnesota Wild beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 on Thursday to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
The Minnesota Vikings added some talent at the offensive line in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft, taking Donovan Jackson out of Ohio State at pick No. 24.
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.
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.
To the dismay of small business owners, retail shop licensing continues to be delayed. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Andrew Caruthers, the owner of Twin Cities High in Golden Valley, who is waiting in limbo.
The U.S. House recently passed the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote. The bill has resulted in a heated debate on what ID requirements should be needed to vote.
The U.S. House recently passed the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote.
Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton County, Minnesota, is turning 110 years old this year.
Easter is this weekend, and chances are a park in rural Redwood County will be a popular destination.
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.
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.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
With road work back in full swing, enforcement of work zone laws is increasing, too.
Electrical currents travel in an instant, but the effort to ensure that electricity is generated in a carbon-free way is a years-long journey.
Across several networks and streaming channels, you'll often find a dramatic depiction of life in a hospital.
A sure sign of spring might be flowing outside your home starting Wednesday. Streets will be soaked, but it won't be thanks to Mother Nature — fire hydrants are getting flushed.
No matter how you take your coffee, there are endless ways to create the morning staple.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says Saturday stays quiet and a touch warmer, with highs in the mid 60s and a great setup for outdoor plans. Sunday might bring back some opportunity for showers.
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.
After some early morning showers, Friday will stay dry and seasonal with highs near 60, plenty of sun and light winds in the afternoon.
After some early morning showers, Friday will stay dry and seasonal with highs near 60, plenty of sun and light winds in the afternoon.
High pressure gradually returns to the Twin Cities through Friday, allowing for a drier and brighter day with sunshine back into the afternoon. That will help high temps get back near average close to 60.
The FBI said a Wisconsin county judge has been arrested on obstruction charges for allegedly preventing a man from being arrested during a federal law enforcement operation at her courthouse.
Karen Bachman Thull shares a preview of the floral show.
Purl, who is possibly best known for her roles in "Happy Days" and "Visiting Hours," is planning a show of standards at the jazz club.
Deterra's Ashley Katte-Olson, marketing director, and Angela Faircloth, director of sales, introduce the breakthrough.
April 25 marks National Telephone Day, and most interestingly, phones have evolved to a place where many people don't actually even use them to talk directly person-to-person.