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Senate Republicans elect John Thune to lead after 17-year McConnell run
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota won on the second round of voting against Sen. John Cornyn of Texas in the race for Senate Republican leader.
Hundreds of schools in Minnesota have announced closures or delays Tuesday amid extreme cold
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota won on the second round of voting against Sen. John Cornyn of Texas in the race for Senate Republican leader.
South Dakota Sen. John Thune is entering the race to be the next Republican leader of the U.S. Senate after Sen. Mitch McConnell steps away from the post in November.
Minnesota has some of the most inclusive laws in the country to support undocumented residents.
The MN State HS League Dance Team Tournament wrapped up over the weekend and dynasty programs continued to dominate.
Khristina Lund lived in Loretto and died earlier this month.
Jack Lasota, 34, was arrested Sunday along with Michelle Zajko, 33, of Media, Pennsylvania.
Padel, a sport gaining popularity around the world, has now made its way to Minnesota.
Khristina Lund lived in Loretto and died earlier this month.
Padel, a sport gaining popularity around the world, has now made its way to Minnesota.
An extreme cold warning will be in effect from 9 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday. Temperatures will plummet to the double digits below zero and wind chills will be even worse.
With extreme cold set to continue on Tuesday, some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are already announcing closures and delays.
A beloved local bookstore is facing an unimaginable loss after a water main break flooded their store.
The MN State HS League Dance Team Tournament wrapped up over the weekend and dynasty programs continued to dominate.
One man is dead, another is recovering and a 16-year-old boy is in custody after a shooting in Austin, Minnesota Saturday afternoon, according to police.
A central Minnesota deputy was unhurt when a man fired a shotgun at him during a standoff on Saturday, authorities said.
An extreme cold warning will be in effect from 9 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday. Temperatures will plummet to the double digits below zero and wind chills will be even worse.
With extreme cold set to continue on Tuesday, some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are already announcing closures and delays.
Wisconsin's second-oldest prison that was built in the 1800s would finally be shuttered under a new plan from Gov. Tony Evers.
An extreme cold warning will be in effect from 9 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday. Temperatures will plummet to the double digits below zero and wind chills will be even worse.
With extreme cold set to continue on Tuesday, some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are already announcing closures and delays.
As the largest race of its type, the Birkie brings 12,000 ski competitors and 25,000 spectators from all 50 states and two dozen countries.
A few inches of snow fell across Minnesota and Wisconsin after a snow storm Friday night into Saturday.
A central Minnesota deputy was unhurt when a man fired a shotgun at him during a standoff on Saturday, authorities said.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
Minnesota has some of the most inclusive laws in the country to support undocumented residents.
Since 2022, the bird flu outbreak has killed nearly 9 million birds in Minnesota alone.
MN lawmakers advanced an effort to remove undocumented immigrants from state-funded health care, scholarships and other programs.
Minnesota leaders are reacting to news of a Delta Air Lines plane that flipped upside down Monday at Toronto Pearson Airport while arriving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Before Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made his way to the Netherlands for a business mission, he took an icy plunge for a good cause!
A beloved local bookstore is facing an unimaginable loss after a water main break flooded their store.
The bird flu is leading to skyrocketing egg prices in Minnesota and across the country.
Many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt, and the state's top attorney wants to change that.
Tuesday in Minneapolis, Canadian ministers met with local business leaders to discuss issues related to the now-delayed 25% tariffs on all imports from Canada and Mexico.
Fighting fraud will be front and center for lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol on Tuesday.
Jack Lasota, 34, was arrested Sunday along with Michelle Zajko, 33, of Media, Pennsylvania.
Sioux woman Michelle Elbow Shield's remains were identified using advanced DNA tests, more than a year after she went missing in South Dakota.
One man is dead, another is recovering and a 16-year-old boy is in custody after a shooting in Austin, Minnesota Saturday afternoon, according to police.
A central Minnesota deputy was unhurt when a man fired a shotgun at him during a standoff on Saturday, authorities said.
Wisconsin's second-oldest prison that was built in the 1800s would finally be shuttered under a new plan from Gov. Tony Evers.
This frigid weather can also lead to dangerous effects to your health. Within minutes, it catches your breath, burns your cheeks and puts you at risk for a number of cold weather-related ailments.
Caleb Kasner and his brother Duncan Kasner move around a little differently than average kids. The two brothers have Duchenne muscular dystrophy — a rare, inherited muscle-wasting disorder that has no cure.
The move comes amid a government-wide effort to cut probationary workers by the Department of Government Efficiency task force led by billionaire Elon Musk.
Many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt, and the state's top attorney wants to change that.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
YouTube TV announced a deal to keep Paramount channels on its platform had been reached Saturday night, ending a public contract dispute.
"Morgiane" is believed to be the oldest existing opera written by a Black American, but it wasn't seen by audiences until 2025.
Less than a year after his highly praised stop in St. Paul, Sturgill Simpson will return for another Twin Cities show.
Organizers of the Basilica Block Party on Wednesday announced their decision to cancel this year's event.
Officials on Wednesday morning announced the winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest.
Padel, a sport gaining popularity around the world, has now made its way to Minnesota.
The Boston Fleet scored four goals to earn a 4-2 win over the Frost on Sunday in their only home game in the month of February.
An All-Star Game like none other — since it was three games, not one — still had plenty of flash and not a lot of fire. And in the end, Jayson Tatum had the dunk that decided a crown.
Dylan Larkin scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night, wrapping up a spot in the championship game by winning a game that started with three fights in nine seconds and was played at a blistering pace with physicality throughout.
Napheesa Collier of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx took home $200,000 after she beat Washington Mystics forward Aaliyah Edwards in the final of Unrivaled's 1-on-1 tournament.
The Republicans have a trifecta with the presidency, the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House under their control. All Democrats can do is voice their opposition. One of those voices is Rep. Ilhan Omar.
As the Trump Administration continues cuts to the federal government, Republicans in Washington are limiting the ability to pushback.
New polling from CBS shows positive numbers for President Trump's opening weeks.
Esme Murphy speaks with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about, or avoiding, during Trump's second term of his presidency.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
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.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
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.
Starting May 7, Minnesotans age 18 and older will no longer be able to use their standard driver's license to fly domestically or enter certain federal facilities.
The Agriculture Department predicts egg prices could rise another 20% this year. That might have some families rolling up their sleeves to go straight to the source.
Eagles fans likely had a stress-free time watching the Super Bowl. Their hair might be especially thankful for that.
It's no secret that many of us are glued to our phones. After all, 98% of Americans own one.
The Bakken Museum in South Minneapolis allows people to learn about the awkward and sometimes painful feeling.
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.
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.
Experts say frostbite can happen in just minutes in the dangerously cold temperatures Minnesota has been seeing.
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 Mike Augustyniak says feels-like temperatures could be between minus 20 and minus 30 degrees across Minnesota Wednesday morning.
This frigid weather can also lead to dangerous effects to your health. Within minutes, it catches your breath, burns your cheeks and puts you at risk for a number of cold weather-related ailments.
Dangerous cold has prompted a NEXT Weather Alert on Monday, says Meteorologist Lisa Meadows.
At least 17 people are injured after a Delta Air Lines plane flipped upside down while landing amid wintry conditions Monday at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Since 2022, the bird flu outbreak has killed nearly 9 million birds in Minnesota alone.
MN lawmakers advanced an effort to remove undocumented immigrants from state-funded health care, scholarships and other programs.
Khristina Lund died last week after traveling abroad helping children in Uganda.
The Minnesota High School Dance team state tournament wrapped up over the weekend and dynasty programs continued to dominate.