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BMW recalls more than 720,000 cars because electric water pump issue
Improper installation of electrical component in affected cars could expose it to water, raising risk of "thermal event," the recall states.
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Improper installation of electrical component in affected cars could expose it to water, raising risk of "thermal event," the recall states.
Broken rear axle hub can cause affected vehicles to lose power or roll away while in park, increasing risk of crash.
Kia and Hyundai are advising motorists to park affected models outside after a rash of fires linked to faulty brakes.
The national highway safety agency says a faulty brake fluid hose can lead to longer stopping distances, "increasing the risk of a crash."
Enter the "Ultimate Wheel of Fortune Fan Experience" contest here to win two tickets and airfare to see the "Wheel of Fortune"!
Brown widow spiders are venomous, but their bites are considered much less dangerous than other venomous spiders.
Organize your wine collection and keep your favorite wine bottles chilled with these popular storage options.
Save big on carry-ons, backpacks, checked bags and more for your Labor Day 2024 travels.
Each day of 2022 saw higher attendance figures than the year before, but in the end no match for the six record-breaking days that the 2019 fair saw. That year also broke the record for overall yearly attendance, at 2,126,551.
A Twin Cities man has been sentenced to prison for murdering a woman who had a no-contact order against him for domestic abuse.
Humidity is on the rise Friday, with things expected to heat up for the first weekend of the Minnesota State Fair.
Welcoming hundreds of thousands of people to the Minnesota State Fair and keeping them safe is no small task.
In the first six months of the year, the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office says there were more than 4,000 reports of stolen vehicles in the county.
A 21-year-old man is facing a second-degree murder charge for fatally shooting another man in south Minneapolis last week.
Humidity is on the rise Friday, with things expected to heat up for the first weekend of the Minnesota State Fair.
There's no shortage of new things to see and do at the Minnesota State Fair. One feature has been since the very beginning but you may not have even noticed it.
After a historic 2023 legislature session, Minnesota Republicans have their eyes on breaking up the Democratic trifecta at the Capitol. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the battle for the Minnesota House and why it could impact our lives.
The trial for Adam Fravel, the man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend Madeline Kingsbury in Winona, has been scheduled for this fall.
Trail cameras captured a unique wolf on the prowl around Voyageurs National Park earlier this year.
A flustered Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers, surrounded by a group of cheesehead-wearing supporters, fumbled through the state's roll call at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday evening.
A Wisconsin teacher accused of having an inappropriate relationship with one of her students is facing nine additional charges, an amended complaint filed in St. Croix County last week reveals.
Wisconsin election officials have decided to allow the Green Party's presidential candidate to remain on the battleground state's ballot.
A Wisconsin jury has convicted a man in the shootings of three men whose bodies were found outside a quarry.
According to the initial investigation, a minivan had been passing other northbound vehicles in the wrong lane of traffic when it struck a southbound sedan towing a motorcycle trailer.
Community groups are searching for solutions after four kids were shot inside a stolen vehicle in north Minneapolis over the weekend.
Hope Street is a 30-bed shelter for young adults ages 18 to 24 facing homelessness, but it provides more than just a place to rest their heads.
In Brooklyn Park, a grassroots effort by community members is helping relieve that financial strain off parents while providing a little fun for kids.
When a sudden stroke changed a Roseville family's life, Minnesota moms came to the rescue.
The Gus Macker Tournament, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament that travels across the country is back in Minnesota for the first time since 2019.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a court filing he would endorse GOP nominee Donald Trump.
Florida, long a top destination for LGBTQ+ tourists, quietly pulled the "LGBTQ Travel" section from its website sometime in the past few months.
Rewatch Vice President Kamala Harris' full remarks at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
On Friday, Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling said there were a total of 74 arrests over the four days of the convention, and most of those happened on Tuesday when a smaller group of protesters clashed with police for a few hours.
"The path that led me here in recent weeks was no doubt unexpected," Harris said of her nomination. "But I'm no stranger to unlikely journeys."
Believe it or not, the insect protein market could be worth 8 billion dollars by 2030. While it isn't common in the U.S. yet, one Minnesota company is expanding palates with edible insects.
Target's moves to ramp up deals on thousands of grocery items and offer more trendy but affordable fashion helped drive shoppers to its stores and online in the second quarter.
The Lowry Apartments in St. Paul is going into foreclosure, and the residents say they're in shock.
For parents, inflation and rising costs continue to impact purchasing decisions. Minnesotans are doing their best to save money while still letting their kids get some of their wants.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
A Twin Cities man has been sentenced to prison for murdering a woman who had a no-contact order against him for domestic abuse.
In the first six months of the year, the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office says there were more than 4,000 reports of stolen vehicles in the county.
A 21-year-old man is facing a second-degree murder charge for fatally shooting another man in south Minneapolis last week.
In the video, the toddler allegedly grabs his cheek, steps back and tells the man the slap hurt.
The 42-year-old man who threatened violence at the University of Minnesota campus will spend 21 months in prison.
Pro and college athletes are turning to a training center in Eagan to improve speed, strength and injury prevention.
Seventeen-year-old Gus Walz's parents recently told media that he has a non-verbal learning disorder, ADHD and an anxiety disorder. They called his condition "his secret power."
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
It's a story with a very unexpected ending, between a guitar player and a clarinet player who are hard of hearing. A medical device brought the two musical strangers into harmony in more ways than one.
A St. Charles teenager says he's lucky to be alive after a sudden illness required a heart transplant.
Taylor Swift was forced to cancel three shows in Vienna after an alleged planned terrorist attack against one of the shows was foiled.
The DNC's ceremonial roll call became a star-studded fest that included a performance from Lil Jon and a medley of songs that corresponded to each U.S. state and territory.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2024 Minnesota State Fair, including ticket information, hours, discounts and more.
What does it take to put on a major concert? Good Question. Jeff Wagner got a behind-the-scenes look at the massive effort that had downtown rocking.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
Pro and college athletes are turning to a training center in Eagan to improve speed, strength and injury prevention.
The Minnesota Vikings are adding depth to their squad in the form of two former Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Napheesa Collier scored 23 points, Courtney Williams added a season-high 22 and the Minnesota Lynx raced past the Las Vegas Aces 98-87.
Matt Wallner's three-run homer highlighted a seven-run fourth inning as the Minnesota Twins beat the San Diego Padres 11-4.
Max Brosmer has given the Minnesota Gophers an abundance of confidence in their new starting quarterback with his quick mastery of the offense and natural leadership ability.
After a historic 2023 legislature session, Minnesota Republicans have their eyes on breaking up the Democratic trifecta at the Capitol. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the battle for the Minnesota House and why it could impact our lives.
This November, the entire 134-member House is on the ballot. Meanwhile, the state Senate and the governor's race are not on the ballot until 2026. Right now, the DFL has total control of state government. Democrats wants to keep it that way, but Republicans are hoping to flip the House.
After a historic 2023 legislature session, Minnesota Republicans have their eyes on breaking up the Democratic trifecta at the Capitol. The DFL currently holds a four-seat majority in the House, a slim margin that Republicans are working feverishly to upend and Democrats like House Majority Leader Jamie Long are fighting just as hard to keep.
After a historic 2023 legislature session, Minnesota Republicans have their eyes on breaking up the Democratic trifecta at the Capitol. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Republican analyst Amy Koch and Democratic analyst Abou Amara.
After a historic 2023 legislature session, Minnesota Republicans have their eyes on breaking up the Democratic trifecta at the Capitol. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Republican Minority leader Representative Lisa Demuth, who is hoping for a successful Republican campaign to flip the Minnesota House and make her House Speaker.
Llamas, hockey teams and even a president have made their presence felt at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum.
There are a few ghost towns in our state, but how about a ghost harbor? In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen looks at the rise and fall of Taconite Harbor in Cook County.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen travels to Fillmore County to show us how Mystery Cave got its name.
Summer is roller coaster season in Minnesota. And there's one up north that provides a different kind of experience. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how pure gravity fuels the Timber Twister.
Instead of watching old, classic cars leave the state, a museum in Wright County is trying to keep them around at the Veit Museum near Buffalo.
Minnesota law requires drivers to stop when they see a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
Monday evening, the latest CBS News and YouGov poll showed Vice President Kamala Harris with a three-point lead nationally over former President Donald Trump.
What does it take to put on a major concert? Good Question. Jeff Wagner got a behind-the-scenes look at the massive effort that had downtown rocking.
The first known radio jingle debuted on WCCO Radio in 1926, advertising General Mills' Wheaties cereal.
If you visit one of Minnesota's many trail systems, it's almost expected to see someone not just riding a bike, but an electric one.
The northern lights dazzled Minnesotans overnight, and some WCCO viewers shared their best pictures.
The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here.
Thousands lined the streets of Hennepin Avenue on Sunday for the Twin Cities Pride Parade.
Many Minnesotans will be cleaning up Thursday from a storm system that brought sizable hail, heavy winds and possible tornado touchdowns.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Isolated showers dot the map across the metro this morning, but should dissipate by noon giving way to more sunshine through the 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.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames is tracking another round of raindrops at the Minnesota State Fair, though things should take a sunny turnaround over the weekend.
Humidity is on the rise Friday, with things expected to heat up for the first weekend of the Minnesota State Fair.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames has the latest forecast.
The alphabet forest is just one of the many activities you can do with your kids at the Minnesota State Fair.
Isolated showers dot the map across the metro this morning, but should dissipate by noon giving way to more sunshine through the afternoon.
The Minnesota Twins have a pretty unique collaboration coming up for their annual "Native American Heritage Night." On August 31st, you can see this brand new custom designed baseball glove created by Tori Campbell and Kristin Rortvedt.
WCCO's Adam Duxter gives us a tour around the agriculture-horticulture building where a beloved art exhibit is getting a bit of a makeover.
Vice President Kamala Harris made history last night as she became the first woman of color to accept the presidential nomination for a major political party. Caroline Cummings is in Chicago with more on the big close to the Democratic National Convention.