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The Prep Bowl wrapped today with three intense championship games at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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The Prep Bowl wrapped today with three intense championship games at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Mike Max catches up with some teams preparing for the winter season that started this week.
The State football tournament’s semifinal weekend is wrapping up over at US Bank Stadium
The Rogers Royals mounted a comeback in the class 5A quarterfinals. Next, they'll play the defending state champions in the semifinals, with a score to settle.
People expected some fireworks in the 5A semi-final game. Norman Seawright was at the game where Mahtomedi and Elk River faced off Friday night.
Games were moved indoors to U.S. Bank Stadium for high school football semi-final match-ups Friday night.
The state volleyball tournament wrapped up Saturday. WCCO's Ren Clayton was at the Xcel Energy Center where two rivals faced each other in the championship match.
There's a push across the country for high school students to get educated about their personal finances. CBS News Correspondent Wendy Gillette reports from New York where a new program is rolling out.
Champions were crowned at the boys and girls soccer state tournaments Saturday. Ren Clayton was at U.S. Bank Stadium for the big school title games.
Mankato West is one of the best 5-A teams in the state and they’re often a part of the playoff conversation. Chanhassen had a chance to re-write that story.
Win and you are in the state playoffs, that means it is section final time.
She’s blind in one eye, but that isn’t stopping her from chasing her diving dreams. Norman Seawright talks with an athlete who has defied the odds at every turn.
Extra security could be seen at Saturday's football game between Eden Prairie and Shakopee after Eden Prairie High School went on lockdown the day before.
Over at Patrick Henry High School, the atmosphere was electric, but the game itself wasn't the only thing on some parents' minds.
Richfield Public Schools is instating new policies regarding attendance for athletic events after 2 men were shot outside a Richfield High School football game last Friday.
Iris Lee was born with a rare genetic condition called Williams Syndrome. But it hasn't stopped her from getting involved and being a positive influence.
Following gunshots injuring two people just outside the Richfield High School football stadium on Friday night, during their homecoming game, the high school principal canceled the remainder of the weekend activities.
Following gunshots injuring two people just outside the Richfield High School football stadium on Friday night, during their homecoming game, the high school principal canceled the remainder of the weekend activities.
Cheerleading teams pride themselves on precision and positive energy. They also have a lot to manage at once. Norman Seawright visited Minnetonka, a team that has won several championships, to let the Skippers paint the picture for you.
Lakeville South and Eden Prairie played a highly anticipated matchup for the regular high school football season.
Everything you need to know from Friday's high school football games around the metro.
A Brainerd high school senior is in the hospital after suffering a serious head injury during a football game.
Serena Williams played her final match Friday night at the U.S. Open. The tennis legend, who most consider the greatest of all time - transcended the sport - and influenced multiple generations.
It is day 2 of high school football in Minnesota.
Jason Clopton, also known as the "teen whisperer," has the ability to connect with kids when and where their parents cannot.
Going to the movies has become a Christmas Day tradition for some Minnesotans.
Volunteers at St. Paul's Union Gospel Mission served up hundreds of Christmas Day meals during a free lunch on Wednesday.
Watch parties happen regularly at Falling Knife Brewing Co. But to have one on Christmas? That's like unwrapping a present under the tree for owner Dan Herman.
Anthony Edwards scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 105-99 Christmas Day victory over Dallas after Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic left the game with a strained left calf.
A voluntary recall was issued for a line of raw and frozen pet food after a cat died of bird flu.
Going to the movies has become a Christmas Day tradition for some Minnesotans.
Volunteers at St. Paul's Union Gospel Mission served up hundreds of Christmas Day meals during a free lunch on Wednesday.
Watch parties happen regularly at Falling Knife Brewing Co. But to have one on Christmas? That's like unwrapping a present under the tree for owner Dan Herman.
Here's a look at the most clicked WCCO.com stories from each month in 2024.
St. Paul Public Schools' Project REACH is collecting coats and blankets for children and families experiencing homelessness.
Here's a look at the most clicked WCCO.com stories from each month in 2024.
An 18-year-old man is facing a second-degree murder charge after a fatal shooting in Mankato Saturday.
It's been a weather year of extremes in Minnesota, with a warm winter, floods and a drought to cap off the summer.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says Breana Sandoval was last seen in the area of 1800 Park Avenue Northwest in Bemidji around 3:10 p.m. on Dec. 13.
According to the Minnesota Department of Education, only 46.5% of third graders in the state are reading proficiently.
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has finally selected a new leader for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
The Centers for Disease Control says no person-to-person transmission has been detected and the risk to the general public remains low.
The man was flown to a hospital in Minnesota, but the department gave no word on his condition. No one else was hurt.
Xcel says the project is intended to replace the energy that will be lost when its coal-fueled power plant near Stillwater closes in 2028.
Minnesota and Wisconsin leaders are responding to the school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.
Volunteers at St. Paul's Union Gospel Mission served up hundreds of Christmas Day meals during a free lunch on Wednesday.
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.
Dan Reed is on a campaign to get more people to become donors. The more people he can register, the higher up he gets on the transplant list.
Army veteran Delphine Littlewolf and her 7-year-old son Curtis have been living in her compact car for six months.
It looks like any other grocery store, but when you check out at Today's Harvest in Maplewood, shoppers aren't spending a dime.
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.
Jason Rantala looks at the changes several Twin Cities restaurants are making in response to a new Minnesota law taking effect on New Year’s Day.
Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.
The House Ethics Committee released its highly anticipated report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use and obstruction. He denies wrongdoing.
From Gov. Tim Walz becoming the Democratic nominee for vice president to the whirlwind conclusion of Minnesota's legislative session, 2024 was packed with political highlights in the state.
The Mega Millions jackpot is valued at $1 billion for the drawing on Christmas Eve
The rush was on Tuesday as shoppers grabbed last-minute essentials at Mall of America, just hours before Christmas Day.
Twin Cities Starbucks baristas joined a nationwide strike Tuesday afternoon.
Most grocery stores will be open on Christmas Eve but will have reduced hours.
So-called junk fees are set to be a thing of the past in Minnesota starting Jan. 1 under a new law.
An 18-year-old man is facing a second-degree murder charge after a fatal shooting in Mankato Saturday.
The appeal had asked the court to reinstate charges, including involuntary manslaughter, against Alec Baldwin.
A 40-year-old Sartell woman has pleaded guilty in connection with a fraud scheme that cost two loan companies over $9 million.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Police in southern Minnesota arrested an 18-year-old man in connection to a deadly shooting on Saturday.
According to the Minnesota Department of Education, only 46.5% of third graders in the state are reading proficiently.
Health experts are offering tips on creating a more nutritious diet as new year's resolutions are put into action.
Mental health is a topic that some might feel uncomfortable talking about. In St. Louis Park there's one event trying to change that.
Minneapolis has softened an ordinance that prohibited obstructing entrances and driveways to abortion clinics after anti-abortion activists sued to challenge it on free-speech grounds.
Under the new law, aerosol dusters will need to be kept behind store counters, and can only sold to people 21 or older starting Jan. 1, 2025.
Going to the movies has become a Christmas Day tradition for some Minnesotans.
Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.
The appeal had asked the court to reinstate charges, including involuntary manslaughter, against Alec Baldwin.
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
Holidazzle is a free event with lights, stage performances, Santa, nearly 200 vendors and more. It runs Wednesday through Sunday.
Watch an unforgettable moment during an Alexandria football game that brought the crowd to tears. Plus, a tough battle in boy’s basketball between Rockford and Zimmerman.
Anthony Edwards scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 105-99 Christmas Day victory over Dallas after Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic left the game with a strained left calf.
From deep playoff runs to disappointing seasons and superstar contracts to broken business deals, it's been a noisy, chaotic and occasionally celebratory year for Minnesota sports.
The Boston Red Sox continued to rebuild their pitching staff, acquiring left-hander Jovani Morán from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for catcher and infielder Mickey Gasper.
Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.
Esme Murphy talks with Congressman Pete Stauber, who hopes to see President Biden’s 20-year moratorium on new mining near the Boundary Waters reversed by President-elect Donald Trump.
President-elect Donald Trump said he plans to reverse President Biden's 20-year moratorium on new mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on his first day in office.
In this election, Klobuchar faired much better than all other Senate Democrats — she won by a significantly larger margin.
For Democrats the postmortem continues on why Vice President Kamala Harris and her Running mate Governor Tim Walz performed more poorly with almost every demographic than Joe Biden did in 2020. In Minnesota, Senator Amy Klobuchar did much better than Harris with some of those same groups.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
"Thomas Dambo, he believes the trolls really help us kind of shine a light on how we can take better care of the environment and be better to each other," said Stearns.
There are a lot of quirky town names in Minnesota: Embarrass, Nowthen, Clontarff, Kiester. But the people of Nimrod believe their name stands out from the rest.
There are a lot of reasons to get distracted this time of year and to procrastinate.
It's a term that's being thrown around a lot these days. Some think it's a social thing, others a medical thing.
Every home has a distinct smell, and chances are your home smells just as strong to other people. Why can't we notice our own home's smell but we can notice everyone else's?
An important deadline is approaching, and we're not talking about Christmas shopping. End of semester exams are coming up for students of all ages.
Jeff Wagner dives into the cold-weather dating trend that has singles looking for love with a time limit.
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.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says tomorrow will be even warmer with highs in the upper 30s.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says freezing fog is possible tonight and could create some slick roads in parts of the state.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says some precipitation is in the forecast.
A foggy Christmas Day could lead to slick spots on the roads.
This is just the fifth time since 1910 that the first night of Hanukkah has fallen on Christmas. You could call it an interfaith miracle. Others told our David Schuman, finding something open on this dual holiday was a real miracle in itself.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says tomorrow will be even warmer with highs in the upper 30s.
Some found other ways to reflect on community and gratitude. Adam Duxter takes us to a special meal made possible by volunteers in St. Paul.
Christians around the world are celebrating the birth of Jesus on Wednesday. The holiday highlights the themes of hope, family and traditions. Our Jonah Kaplan visited the Basilica of St. Mary where the homilies today reminded parishioners that repairing the world starts at home.
Glaciers around the world are melting. The United Nations has declared 2025 to be the "Year of Glacier Preservation." The Canadian Rockies is one place where the problem is clear - especially since the region is a vital freshwater source for millions of people. CBS News Climate Correspondent Dave Malkoff recently visited the area.