Making purposeful goals for your money in the new year
Some people like to set goals for the New Year instead of making resolutions. Dustin Smith from Wealth Enhancement Group shares some advice on setting purposeful goals that matter most to you.
Pope Francis, groundbreaking leader of Catholic Church, dies at age 88
Some people like to set goals for the New Year instead of making resolutions. Dustin Smith from Wealth Enhancement Group shares some advice on setting purposeful goals that matter most to you.
The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to $670 million after no one claimed the prize during Tuesday night's drawing.
With the threat of new tariffs looming, what should shoppers buy now? Good Question. Jeff Wagner explains which items could soon get more expensive.
Frank Gums Jr., 19, will be on supervised probation for three years for stealing over $20,000 from a food truck in South St. Paul last year.
A major mistake means a metro school district is getting a tough lesson in accounting.
Experts predict spending will be at an all-time high.
It's a Thanksgiving treat weeks before the holiday. No matter the brand, the bird is a cheaper buy.
We’re just a few weeks away from Thanksgiving and when you go to buy your turkey, you may notice that prices have dropped significantly at many stores. At a time when grocery prices remain high, both retailers have cut turkey prices by nearly 20% this year.
There are legitimate debt relief or settlement companies that can help, but some can be scams.
Rising prescription drug prices can be tough to swallow, but apps and websites can help lower your pharmacy bill.
Rising prescription drug prices can be tough to swallow, but apps and websites like GoodRx can help lower your pharmacy bill. So how do prescription savings programs work? Good Question. Kirsten Mitchell explains which customers are most likely to get deep discounts.
A new Bankrate survey finds only 38% of U.S. adults say they are comfortable discussing their bank account balance with friends and family.
A major drop in stock markets worldwide is furthering fears of a recession. But many experts are advising calm. Jo Ling Kent looks at what's behind the selloff and what 401K investors should do.
A recent study shows that Minnesota is ranked sixth in the nation for business, with high marks coming from areas judging the state's competitiveness, workforce, infrastructure, economy, quality of life and business friendliness.
In the Twin Cities, new home listings are down, pending sales have fallen and mortgage rates are measurably higher than they were a year ago. Home prices are increasing faster than incomes, making it tougher than ever for first-time homebuyers to make a purchase. Derek James has more on the challenging market and how builders are responding.
Your money is about to get you more at the McDonald’s drive-thru.
As the unofficial start of summer begins, so does summer fun. But will it be an expensive one? Although inflation eased in April, prices still remain high, especially at the grocery store. Our Kirsten Mitchell did some number crunching to learn what items may be coming down.
The cost of buying a home continues to climb.
Adam Duxter shows us how businesses are cashing in as college basketball fans invade downtown Minneapolis.
Dustin Smith from Wealth Enhancement Group has some advice on readjusting those accounts.
The rejection comes as Macy's struggles to surmount an industrywide sales slump brought on by online competitors.
While everyone's financial goals are different, money is on the minds of many Minnesotans.
Most people say they'd need a significant pay raise and considerable wealth to achieve contentment, a new poll shows.
Districts asked voters to help pay for more cybersecurity and tech upgrades this election. The school districts also say they could use similar help from lawmakers.
A $2 bill with a red seal can sell for $300 to $2,500. Those with brown or blue seals can sell for hundreds.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex has asked a judge to modify restrictions on his contact with minors so that he may see his own children.
A girl is dead after a pursuit in northern Minnesota ended in a crash early Sunday morning, authorities said.
At the start of the 2018-2019 school year, there were under 20,000 Minnesota students in homeschooling. That number skyrocketed to over 30,000 at the height of the pandemic.
Here are some important dates in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis in 2013 and died on Monday.
After some morning rain, the clouds will eventually clear in the Twin Cities, bringing us some sunshine in the afternoon.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex has asked a judge to modify restrictions on his contact with minors so that he may see his own children.
A kindergarten teacher in Chaska, Minnesota has been charged with malicious punishment of a child.
Sarah Stevenson's family held vigil, praying they'd be given some amazing grace. For more than two weeks, she continued to lie in a coma, completely nonresponsive.
Minneapolis police say a man died in a shooting outside an apartment on the north side Saturday night, marking the city's first homicide in two months.
The University of Minnesota dance team won their 23rd national championship in January. Now, they've been selected to represent Team USA at the ICU World championships.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex has asked a judge to modify restrictions on his contact with minors so that he may see his own children.
A girl is dead after a pursuit in northern Minnesota ended in a crash early Sunday morning, authorities said.
Police need help finding 35-year-old Shalene Ball, who they believe is being held against her will.
A fast-moving fire that tore through a mobile home in Jordan, Minnesota, Wednesday has changed a family's life forever.
There is a budget battle brewing when the Minnesota Legislature returns to the state capitol on Monday after a week-long break, as the sprint to the finish line in mid-May begins.
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.
Storms moving through Wisconsin brought large amounts hail Friday morning.
One person is dead and two more are seriously injured after a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday morning.
As the days get longer, they are getting warmer. And while Minnesota doesn't get as hot as other parts of the country, heat still causes problems.
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.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex has asked a judge to modify restrictions on his contact with minors so that he may see his own children.
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.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Minutes after sharing a more traditional Easter message on Truth Social, President Trump posted a longer, grievance-filled message.
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.
Technology stocks surged after the Trump administration announced exemptions on smartphones, computers and other electronics from tariffs. That has some wondering whether now is the time to go ahead and buy certain gadgets, or whether it's smarter to wait.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex has asked a judge to modify restrictions on his contact with minors so that he may see his own children.
A kindergarten teacher in Chaska, Minnesota has been charged with malicious punishment of a child.
Minneapolis police say a man died in a shooting outside an apartment on the north side Saturday night, marking the city's first homicide in two months.
Police need help finding 35-year-old Shalene Ball, who they believe is being held against her will.
West St. Paul police responded to a shooting just before 4 p.m. Saturday.
Allergy season is here and new studies show your sneezes and sniffles could be starting earlier and lasting longer.
HealthPartners employees with a Roseville, Minnesota-based union have announced they are going on strike following nine months of contract negotiations.
Wisconsin health officials are calling a significant spike in congenital syphilis over the last several years "especially concerning."
Autism researchers and advocates are pushing back against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments that autism has reached "epidemic" levels.
Two dozen people in Eagan, Minnesota on Thursday — many of them veterans themselves or who have family who served in the military — rallied against proposed workforce reductions in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
A Minnesota company is offering the chance to own never-before-seen pieces of music history.
Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.
Familial folk group the Avett Brothers will strum, fiddle and sing on the Minnesota State Fair's Grandstand stage this year.
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great American novel."
Brett Howden scored two goals, and the Vegas Golden Knights opened their first-round Western Conference playoffs series with a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild.
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Matt Olson and Drake Baldwin hit two-run homers, Grant Holmes allowed only one run and the Atlanta Braves beat the Minnesota Twins 6-2 to complete a three-game sweep.
The University of Minnesota dance team won their 23rd national championship in January. Now, they've been selected to represent Team USA at the ICU World championships.
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.
Domestic violence groups across Minnesota and the surrounding region are struggling to determine how they will be able to effectively serve people if proposed federal funding cuts go into effect.
Domestic violence services are in jeopardy amid federal funding cuts. In Talking Points, one of the biggest centers in Minnesota is bracing for an uncertain funding future.
At the State Capitol, there is a bipartisan effort to limit the authority of homeowner association (HOA) boards and make their dealings more transparent.
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.
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.
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.
Being married has its benefits, but a new study found that staying single late in life might actually be better for your brain.
Professor David Geary, a cognitive scientist and evolutionary psychologist, has researched the topic of heights and says humans have been getting taller.
Artificial dyes made using chemicals and are thus regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to ensure their safety. But do we need them?
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.
After the rain and clouds move out on Monday, the Twin Cities will be in for a sunny afternoon.
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 morning rain, the clouds will eventually clear in the Twin Cities, bringing us some sunshine in the afternoon.
After a rainy morning, the clouds will eventually clear and we'll see some sun in the afternoon.
Meteorologist Riley O'Connor says temperatures gradually warm through the week with afternoon highs generally in the mid-60s.
Crime is down in just about every category, according to Minneapolis police data, plus more of the day's top stories.
After the rain and clouds move out on Monday, the Twin Cities will be in for a sunny afternoon.
A veteran is merging his two passions — health and fun — at a northeast Minneapolis kombucha bar.
More and more Minnesota families are opting out of the traditional classroom.
Pope Francis, who challenged deeply rooted norms and made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world, has died at the age of 88.