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A new art exhibit at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport marks the reopened relationship between the United States and Cuba. "Buoyancy" opened Oct. 5 on both Concourses E and F in the airport's Terminal 1-Lindbergh. The title refers to the Cuban people's spirit through more than a half-century of trade embargoes.
It looked like the beginning of Thanksgiving weekend or just before Christmas, but not October 15. Thursday marks the beginning of the annual Education Minnesota Professional Conference -- two days of conferences for teachers and two days of no class for students. Better known as "MEA Weekend," it's becoming prime time for long weekends away from home.
As new restaurants are claiming spots in the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's new expansion, others are leaving. Surdyk's Flights among them. According to Molly Surdyk, Surdyk's Flights will be leaving its Terminal 1 spot at the end of 2016.
After a day full of headaches for Southwest Airlines passengers, Twin Cities passengers can rest easy. According to the Minneapolis – St. Paul International Airport's flight tracker, all Southwest Airlines flights for Monday morning are on time.
It will soon be easier for people to grab a burger as they head out of town. That's because Red Cow will be adding a location at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Under a new federal proposal, Minnesota's driver's licenses may not be enough identification to fly. Congress passed a national ID standard in 2005. But Minnesota legislators passed a law exempting the state from that federal standard because of safety concerns.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will loosen its runway restrictions at MSP International Airport Friday.
What was intended to be an informational community meeting quickly turned into a passionate debate Thursday night.
The wait for new retails space is over for Minneapolis – St. Paul International Airport. The Metropolitan Airports Commission approved a set of new retail and restaurant offerings to go into Terminal 1, according to MPR.
A suspicious bag that tested positive for explosive material prompted a partial evacuation of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport early Thursday morning, according to an airport official.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has suspended landings at one of the runways at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Mechanical issues forced a Delta Airlines flight bound for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to turn around Friday morning.
Packages believed to be suspicious were discovered at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Tuesday evening, according to the FBI.
Passengers traveling through Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport could soon have new food and shopping choices.
Part of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's Terminal 1 was evacuated Saturday afternoon after a suspicious bag was found by airport officials.
More than 40 soldiers from the 204th Medical Company of the National Guard are returning to Minnesota over the next few weeks, following a nine-month deployment in Sinai, Egypt.
All United Continental flights in the U.S. are currently grounded due to computer problems. United said in a statement on Wednesday that it is working to resolve the problems, which are related to "network connectivity."
A flight from Charlotte to Minneapolis had to return to the airport shortly after takeoff due to a security threat, according to CBS affiliate WBTV in Charlotte.
A single-engine plane fire was quickly extinguished Thursday afternoon at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. MSP officials say fire crews responded to a report of a fire at about 2:25 p.m. at Signature Flight Support.
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's smaller terminal is getting a lot bigger. The Metropolitan Airports Commission approved a $26 million plan Tuesday to add four new gates to Terminal 2 at the airport.
A Delta Air Lines flight from Green Bay to Minneapolis had to make an emergency landing after an engine was damaged by an apparent bird strike shortly after takeoff. Airport director Tom Miller says the Airbus A319 with 78 people on board safely returned to Green Bay just before 8 a.m. Friday.
Few military units have seen more activations and deployments since 9/11 than Minnesota's 133rd Airlift Wing -- its 1,200 members are essential to moving supplies and soldiers to wherever they're needed.
Plans to expand Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are on hold as the Metropolitan Airports Commission waits to see what happens with Sun County Airlines. The MAC voted Sunday to approve a one-month delay in expanding Terminal 2.
A Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport official says three officers have been cleared in the shooting of a man accused of trying to run them down with a car last month. Airport spokesman Patrick Hogan says an internal review and another investigation by the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office found the officers' actions were justified.
Louise Karluah -- the mother of Barway Collins -- walked through Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Wednesday before heading to the north Minneapolis funeral home where her son's body is being preserved. She was surrounded by compassionate strangers who've dedicated time and money to help her.
Colin Hortman, son of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman, said he is still figuring out the best ways to honor his parents' memory eight months after the pair were shot and killed in a politically motivated attack at their home.
Consumers are urged to stop using the pressure cookers and dispose of them immediately.
It's been nearly a year since downtown St. Paul has been without a full-service grocery store.
A Twin Cities lawmaker will plead with state lawmakers Wednesday to help keep Minnesota's largest level-one trauma hospital open.
Fleet Farm says it'll change its policies and pay Minnesota $1 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the retailer of selling guns to straw purchasers, who then sold them to others.
It's been nearly a year since downtown St. Paul has been without a full-service grocery store.
A Twin Cities lawmaker will plead with state lawmakers Wednesday to help keep Minnesota's largest level-one trauma hospital open.
Fleet Farm says it'll change its policies and pay Minnesota $1 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the retailer of selling guns to straw purchasers, who then sold them to others.
A family is left heartbroken, and a community is reeling after a man allegedly killed two of his cousins in Minneapolis, before coming to a retail hub in neighboring Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, where investigators say he was killed in a shootout with police.
Two Minnesota school districts and a teachers union are seeking an emergency order to stop federal agents from staging at and around public schools.
A 15-year-old girl was killed and a 17-year-old boy was seriously injured in a crash Sunday afternoon in southern Minnesota.
The winners of this year's Name a Snowplow contest pay homage to beloved Minnesota filmmakers, legends of rock and pop music and more.
Lydia Kaiser, an eighth grader at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis who was wounded during a mass shooting during school Mass last August, spoke out Tuesday at the Minnesota Capitol for the first time since the attack and pushed lawmakers to act on gun violence prevention.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz unveiled his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.
Three people are dead after a house fire in a small western Wisconsin town early Saturday.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations aren't only happening in the Twin Cities. Federal agents are also working in smaller towns, and in some, seeing similar resistance from the community.
Colin Hortman, son of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman, said he is still figuring out the best ways to honor his parents' memory eight months after the pair were shot and killed in a politically motivated attack at their home.
On Wednesday, state lawmakers will hear about the financial crisis at one of the state's top-level trauma centers. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield looks at what it means for patients at Hennepin Healthcare.
At the State Capitol, families of Annunciation Catholic School are pushing for change six months after a mass shooting upended their community. Caroline Cummings reports on the renewed effort to prevent gun violence.
An emergency injunction has been filed to keep immigration agents from showing up on school property. It's the latest update to a lawsuit filed earlier this month involving Minnesota's Fridley Public Schools, the district where 5-year-old Liam Ramos is a student. Jason Rantala shows us how one district will likely feel financial impacts.
The son of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman is making an appeal for civility Tuesday night when he attends the State of the Union in Washington, D.C.. In his first interview with WCCO, Colin Hortman tells Caroline Cummings why that is the best way to honor his parents.
Consumers are urged to stop using the pressure cookers and dispose of them immediately.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.
January is typically a slow month at Frontiersman Sports, but employees at the St. Louis Park, Minnesota, gun shop said sales spiked 30% above normal for the month.
Amid ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, a local company is filling a desperate need for on-demand legal help.
Fleet Farm says it'll change its policies and pay Minnesota $1 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the retailer of selling guns to straw purchasers, who then sold them to others.
A family is left heartbroken, and a community is reeling after a man allegedly killed two of his cousins in Minneapolis, before coming to a retail hub in neighboring Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, where investigators say he was killed in a shootout with police.
Lydia Kaiser, an eighth grader at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis who was wounded during a mass shooting during school Mass last August, spoke out Tuesday at the Minnesota Capitol for the first time since the attack and pushed lawmakers to act on gun violence prevention.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz unveiled his plans to prevent gun violence in the state on Tuesday morning.
A Minneapolis woman pleaded guilty Monday to murder and other charges in connection with a 2024 crash that killed two people.
A Twin Cities lawmaker will plead with state lawmakers Wednesday to help keep Minnesota's largest level-one trauma hospital open.
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
Measles cases in the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate in a generation, and the trend now includes five cases in Minnesota since the start of the new year.
It's a place that sees patients in the worst of times. And now, Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis is in the worst of ways.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
The EP, released on Ash Wednesday and called "Days of Ash" is "of the moment we wish we weren't in . . . but are," Bono said.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Anderson Cooper will report multiple stories for "60 Minutes" before the end of the television season in May.
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
Tyrese Maxey had 39 points and eight assists, VJ Edgecombe made a career-high six 3-pointers and finished with 24 points, and the Sixers beat the Timberwolves 135-108 to snap a four-game losing streak.
Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back.
Kelvin Yeboah scored in the 90th minute to rally Minnesota United to a 2-2 draw with Austin FC in a season opener.
Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.
The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Abou Amara, a Democratic analyst, and Amy Frederiksen, a Republican analyst, about the political impact.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty will send a letter this week, demanding DHS and DOJ turn over evidence in the shooting death of Alex Pretti.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.
St. James is a smaller town with a main street and a railroad running though. But inside a local building, the main street and the railroad are even smaller.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.
As our weather warms, love is also in the air. Valentine's Day is this Saturday, and while we know many of the traditions, Jeff Wagner wanted to get to the heart of the holiday.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the wind will settle down and it will cool to the single digits overnight.
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 a Tuesday filled with icy rain and strong winds, the wintry mix will move out of Minnesota and temps will start to drop, says meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
After a Tuesday filled with icy rain and strong winds, the wintry mix will move out of Minnesota and temps will start to drop, says meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Freezing rain is coating roads across Minnesota, leading to crashes and spinouts.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the wind will settle down and it will cool to the single digits overnight.
A new grocery store is planning to open where another one closed in downtown St. Paul almost a year ago. The city says Aldi is starting the process to take over the space. Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and Reg Chapman have more on why one city leader thinks this store could last.
On Wednesday, state lawmakers will hear about the financial crisis at one of the state's top-level trauma centers. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield looks at what it means for patients at Hennepin Healthcare.
At the State Capitol, families of Annunciation Catholic School are pushing for change six months after a mass shooting upended their community. Caroline Cummings reports on the renewed effort to prevent gun violence.
Fleet Farm says it'll change its policies and pay Minnesota $1 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the retailer of selling guns to straw purchasers, who then sold them to others.