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For the eighth year, WCCO is partnering with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans in the fight to end veteran homelessness.
As arctic temperatures blow through Minnesota, here are places you can go to in the Twin Cities to stay out of the cold.
Eight people are out of their home and dozens more are out of a south Minneapolis encampment after multiple propane tanks caught fire on Tuesday night.
A homeless encampment fire in south Minneapolis spread to a nearby home Tuesday night, displacing several people.
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Inside Catholic Charities St Paul Opportunity Center, local physicians, surgeons, and lawyers gathered on Sunday to support people experiencing homelessness.
Those experiencing homelessness are getting some help from a new metro coffee shop.
Minneapolis police say no arrests have been made in connection to two separate triple shootings this weekend at homeless encampments in the city, which left a total of three people dead and three injured.
Homelessness is a difficult issue to quantify, but for more than three decades the Wilder Foundation has been trying to do just that through the Minnesota Homeless Study.
This month, Hennepin County said that it had effectively ended veteran homelessness. Despite that milestone, thousands of Minnesotans don't have a roof over their heads. So, who is experiencing homelessness? Good Question. Kirsten Mitchell breaks down the latest data we have from across the state. (edited)
Veteran homelessness is now considered rare, brief and non-reoccurring in Minnesota's most populous county.
Minnesota’s most populous county is now the country’s largest entity to achieve the goal of ending veteran homelessness.
An organization in St. Paul is working to get people from tents and shelters into permanent homes.
The campaign, called "Be the Solution" aims to keep people and drivers safe while better connecting people to resources.
Do not donate: those are the tough new words from the City of St. Paul about panhandlers. They've posted signs around town to drive home the message. Our Kirsten Mitchell explains the city's strategy.
The city recently approved more than a million dollar grant in an effort to keep a homeless shelter open. But there's one problem: the mayor says that money doesn't exist.
Hess knows first-hand how important it is to help others because it wasn't that long ago that feelings of isolation and despair overcame him.
There is an active effort in Minneapolis this week to close down homeless encampments after two people were killed and two others were shot at or near encampments in the city last week.
A man is charged with murder after authorities say he shot another man during a fight at a homeless encampment in Minneapolis in August.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is explaining his call for city staff to "expedite" encampment clearings, while preventing new encampments from forming.
A 36-year-old man is facing charges in connection with two of the three shootings near a homeless encampment in Minneapolis.
Neighbors and advocates are searching for answers after a homeless encampment was closed in south Minneapolis following three shootings on Wednesday.
A man in an alley was gunned down in broad daylight. This is the second deadly shooting in Minneapolis just today. Both are believed to be connected to homeless encampments. City leaders say they're fired up, and fed up. As Ubah Ali reports, those two shootings happened just blocks apart in South Minneapolis and just hours apart.
Minneapolis police are searching for a person who shot two people at a homeless encampment, killing one them. Crews spent the morning clearing the encampment near 17th Avenue and 25th Street. The police chief says its the third shooting at this particular encampment. WCCO's Adam Duxter shares why neighbors have reached a boiling point.
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.
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
On Wednesday, the best of All Elite Wrestling step into center ring at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
A weak system may bring some light rain to southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities on Tuesday, but aside from that, the day looks mild.
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
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.
On Wednesday, the best of All Elite Wrestling step into center ring at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
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.
Officials say Jeffrey Elsesser was driving in the area of Long Lake Road and Mounds View Boulevard around 7 a.m. and has not been seen since that time.
An 18-year-old man will spend over 14 years in prison for his role in the 2023 Minneapolis mass shooting at the backyard music venue called Nudieland.
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.
Three police officers in Sartell, Minnesota found themselves responding 911 call for a woman in labor Friday morning.
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
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.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
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.
The bill's author said it stems from reports that Elon Musk is offering people money to sign a petition "against activist judges."
The bill would make it a felony to provide a chance to win money in exchange for registering to vote or signing an election-related petition.
Should you be allowed to remove your cat's claws? A new bill at the Minnesota Capitol would take that choice out of your hands.
There was emotional testimony at the Minnesota State Capitol on Monday from parents whose kids suffered life-changing injuries playing the sports they loved.
The election to fill a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat is quickly becoming a referendum on the Trump administration and a test of enthusiasm on both sides.
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.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
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.
A 35-year-old woman has been sentenced to over 20 years in prison for killing one person and injuring another in a Twin Cities hit-and-run.
An 18-year-old man will spend over 14 years in prison for his role in the 2023 Minneapolis mass shooting at the backyard music venue called Nudieland.
Days after the conviction of the ringleader of the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, another person involved in the scheme has admitted to his role.
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.
There was emotional testimony at the Minnesota State Capitol on Monday from parents whose kids suffered life-changing injuries playing the sports they loved.
Nearly 1,000 physicians and fellows have filed for union recognition with the Committee of Interns and Residents, a local of the Service Employees International Union.
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."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
Tyrese Haliburton finished with 24 points and 11 assists, and Obi Toppin made six 3-pointers and added 20 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-103.
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.
Paige Bueckers matched her career high with 34 points in her home finale, and second-seeded UConn reached its 31st straight Sweet 16 in the women's NCAA Tournament, beating No. 10 seed South Dakota State 91-57.
This year's Iditarod route was 120 miles longer than normal as the route had to be changed due to a lack of snow. But Emily Ford still finished 18th out of 33 mushers in her first go at it.
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.
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.
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
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.
We'll have some sunshine and passing clouds in the metro Tuesday as highs push 50 degrees.
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.
A weak system may bring some light rain to southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities on Tuesday, but aside from that, the day looks mild.
A weak system may bring some rain to the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota Tuesday afternoon, but aside from that, the day looks mild.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the week will be mostly dry, with a slight chance of light rain or a few snow showers out west on Tuesday.
The University of Minnesota is asking Dinkytown residents to be on the lookout for four males suspected of multiple armed robberies reported early Sunday.
Federal investigators are accusing former Republican state Sen. Justin Eichorn of covering his tracks, budding entrepreneurs will argue the state's lottery for legally selling cannabis should stay on hold and more.
We'll have some sunshine and passing clouds in the metro Tuesday as highs push 50 degrees.
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Investigators are now accusing the resigned state senator of covering his tracks, plus more of the day’s top stories.