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After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
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After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
One Minnesota woman is helping people across the country impacted by a fatal neurodegenerative disease make meaningful connections.
After nearly 40 years, an unknown man buried in a Minnesota cemetery has been identified.
According to the Minnesota Department of Education, only 46.5% of third graders in the state are reading proficiently.
A Christmas miracle for a dozen single mothers who got the keys to a free car.
A nonprofit gym in east St. Paul is teaching the next generation of boxers while welcoming people of all walks of life.
Mike Evgen, known to some as the Rice Street Rocker, has pushed through personal adversity to open up a gym in St. Paul dedicated to teaching kids the sport of boxing.
More than $37 Million in donations came in to support over 6,000 nonprofits and schools.
The Stillwater chapter of the women's nonprofit "Power of 100" is finding ways to combine financial forces and give generously to charities.
A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger.
Girls Run Global aims to empower girls through the sport of running, specifically in underdeveloped countries.
Workers are demanding answers after a Minneapolis nonprofit shut down without notice, potentially leaving thousands of clients without care.
A Minnesota nonprofit is working to break down barriers surrounding mental health and start important conversations among those working the frontline of public safety.
A metro nonprofit makes a difference by meeting unmet needs in the community for women and children.
A Minnetonka grad is spending her gap year on a mission.
Christian Clements founded the DRIP Mobile Shower Unit in 2022. Now, almost two years later, in a written confession on the project's Facebook page, Clements admitted to stealing funds in excess of $5,000.
A number of Minnesota nonprofits got a big boost last week when philanthropist MacKenzie Scott — the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos — donated millions of dollars. One of those on the list was CAPI USA in Brooklyn Center, which received 2 million dollars. Here to tell us more about the donation and how it will be used is Monique Hernandez, Communications Manager for CAPI USA.
Billionaire philanthropist and author MacKenzie Scott announced Tuesday she is giving $640 million to 361 small nonprofits — including some Minnesota organizations — that responded to an open call for applications.
From humble beginnings to a facility bursting at the seams. Child hunger nonprofit Every Meal has just acquired the building it has been renting space in for the last seven years to provide weekend meals to kids and families in need.
The nonprofit is providing things that help people achieve housing stability.
Bridging uses volunteers and community donations to make it all happen.
A local nonprofit is trying to track down a real-life Grinch.
Capt. Josh Polanco, the Salvation Army's general secretary Twin Cities commander, says the need for their services is up 30% to 40% post-pandemic. He contributes that to the rising cost of living, unemployment and inflation.
It's the season of giving, and the Catholic Charities Twin Cities is encouraging shoppers at the Mall of America to add a neighbor in need to their holiday shopping list.
There's a big reason you'll want to raise a glass at Indeed Brewing Company in northeast Minneapolis this week. Ryan Bandy with Indeed Brewing is here to tell us why.
Minnesota is known as the state of hockey, but some Twin Cities cinnamon rolls are also putting the state on the map.
It was just after New Year's Day last year that a house fire changed a St. Paul family forever.
Thousands of dedicated Vikings fans made their way to the NFC matchup of the year against the Lions for a reasonable cost.
The Detroit Lions (14-2) and Minnesota Vikings (14-2) square off at Ford Field Sunday night with the NFC's No. 1 playoff seed on the line.
Officials are investigating after a man was found dead in a car that was partially submerged in a river Sunday morning.
Minnesota is known as the state of hockey, but some Twin Cities cinnamon rolls are also putting the state on the map.
It was just after New Year's Day last year that a house fire changed a St. Paul family forever.
Officials are investigating after a man was found dead in a car that was partially submerged in a river Sunday morning.
Evelyn Otto was born with a congenital heart defect called AVSD.
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
A man was injured in a fire on Saturday evening.
The family of Charleen Sand have honored her legacy by etching her most loved recipe into her headstone.
An ex-teacher in Duluth is accused of sending "sexually explicit" messages to a former student, who was 15 when the exchange happened, prosecutors say.
Authorities on Thursday charged the man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of hockey equipment from a high school team during a tournament in northern Minnesota.
The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon stretches from Duluth to Grand Portage.
The New Libson Police Department issued a statewide crime alert on Saturday for information regarding a suspect they believe is involved with a triple homicide that took place on Monday.
Wisconsin police investigating the deaths of three people, including two juveniles, were searching Tuesday for a person of interest who is "considered armed and dangerous."
At 34, Jack Taylor is returning to the court, coaching kids on the high school team he once played for.
A man and a woman are dead after a head-on crash near Taylors Falls Monday afternoon.
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a correctional officer died after a suspected drunken driver struck his vehicle on Christmas Eve.
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Svetlana Vold immediately thought of her mom's teachings and looked to give back to her old Ukrainian neighbors who were suffering.
Volunteers at St. Paul's Union Gospel Mission served up hundreds of Christmas Day meals during a free lunch on Wednesday.
When asked for comment, a spokesman for Senate Majority Leader John Thune said "two things we don't discuss publicly: Whip counts and private conversations with the president."
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
From her new office in Washington D.C., Morrison had a chance to reflect on her campaign and look forward to the session ahead.
Kelly Morrison represents Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District, which includes several cities to the west, south, and north of Minneapolis.
Xcel Energy says the interim increase of 5.2% will add about $5.39 to an average residential customer's monthly bill.
The new year is off to a lucky start for two Minnesota lottery players.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says the city is wrapping up a "historic" year full of "significant progress."
A new, highly nostalgic spot in St. Paul brings a modern twist for gamers young and old.
The menu offers plenty of options, but fans of the Red Dragon say they'll miss how the restaurant really nourished their souls.
A woman was shot in the hand and robbed Saturday night.
Four people are face charges in connection with a shooting in St. Paul that left a 26-year-old man dead and nearly injuring two children.
The New Libson Police Department issued a statewide crime alert on Saturday for information regarding a suspect they believe is involved with a triple homicide that took place on Monday.
A 21-year-old man died after being shot in Minneapolis on Friday night.
Security is at the top of everyone's mind ahead of Sunday's primetime showdown between the NFC North powerhouse Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, in light of this week's terrorist attacks in New Orleans and in Las Vegas.
Evelyn Otto was born with a congenital heart defect called AVSD.
There were more than 14,000 abortions performed in 2023, a 16% uptick from the previous year when the highest court upended the 50-year-old precedent protecting access across the country.
After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
Minnesota health officials are warning of an outbreak of a highly contagious illness: norovirus.
According to the Minnesota Department of Education, only 46.5% of third graders in the state are reading proficiently.
The stage is set for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. Here's everything to know about how and where to watch the show live on TV or stream.
The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
See how a 12-year-old boy and a mother found comfort from the Hopkins high school football team. Plus, the Totino-Grace boys basketball team squared off with Cretin-Derham Hall in a close battle on the hardwood.
Thousands of dedicated Vikings fans made their way to the NFC matchup of the year against the Lions for a reasonable cost.
The Detroit Lions (14-2) and Minnesota Vikings (14-2) square off at Ford Field Sunday night with the NFC's No. 1 playoff seed on the line.
Filip Gustavsson made 20 saves for his third shutout this season, Marco Rossi had four assists and the Minnesota Wild beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 on Saturday night.
Cade Cunningham scored a season-high 40 points and the Detroit Pistons overcame Anthony Edwards' career-high 53 points to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-105.
Esme Murphy talks with Congressman Pete Stauber, who hopes to see President Biden’s 20-year moratorium on new mining near the Boundary Waters reversed by President-elect Donald Trump.
President-elect Donald Trump said he plans to reverse President Biden's 20-year moratorium on new mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on his first day in office.
In this election, Klobuchar faired much better than all other Senate Democrats — she won by a significantly larger margin.
For Democrats the postmortem continues on why Vice President Kamala Harris and her Running mate Governor Tim Walz performed more poorly with almost every demographic than Joe Biden did in 2020. In Minnesota, Senator Amy Klobuchar did much better than Harris with some of those same groups.
As Election Day nears, experts say voters in Wisconsin and other battleground states will decide the 2024 presidential election winner.
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.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
"Thomas Dambo, he believes the trolls really help us kind of shine a light on how we can take better care of the environment and be better to each other," said Stearns.
More Americans are drinking less milk, but eating more cheese. So what does that all mean?
Celebrating New Year's Eve comes with many long-time traditions. They include what we drink, what we watch and what we do with someone else at midnight.
There are a lot of reasons to get distracted this time of year and to procrastinate.
It's a term that's being thrown around a lot these days. Some think it's a social thing, others a medical thing.
Every home has a distinct smell, and chances are your home smells just as strong to other people. Why can't we notice our own home's smell but we can notice everyone else's?
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.
Temps will warm slightly, and there looks to be plenty of sunshine heading into the week.
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.
Sunday will be much like Saturday, with temperatures falling into the teens and a wind chill that makes the air feel even colder.
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner has your latest (chilly) forecast.
We will stay cool for a little while. We have one small chance of snow in our future. There is also a slight warm up coming our way. Lisa Meadows explains what to expect over the next week.
Temps will warm slightly, and there looks to be plenty of sunshine heading into the week.
Minnesota is known as the state of hockey, but some Twin Cities cinnamon rolls are also putting us on the map.
Some fans were able to head to Detroit thanks to some unexpected generosity.
Homefield advantage throughout the playoffs and a first round bye are on the line.
Minneapolis park police are investigating after a man was found dead inside a car partially submerged in the river.