Supreme Court takes up bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports
The Supreme Court will take up cases involving laws in Idaho and West Virginia that prohibit transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
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The Supreme Court will take up cases involving laws in Idaho and West Virginia that prohibit transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
Iowa has become the first state to remove gender identity protections from its civil rights code.
The court ruled that universal injunctions issued by lower courts likely exceed the authority Congress has granted them.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a group of parents who wanted to opt their children out of instruction with storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation.
The Supreme Court ordered further arguments over Louisiana's congressional map that created a second majority-Black district.
Nineteen states have approved measures that require pornography websites to ensure that visitors are at least 18 years old.
The Supreme Court upheld the Federal Communications Commission's multi-billion-dollar mechanism for expanding phone and internet access.
The Supreme Court on Friday upheld the structure of a federal health task force that recommends preventive medical services that must be provided to patients at no cost.
Planned Parenthood North Central States, which covers Minnesota, said that nothing will change in Minnesota for the 22,000 patients who sought care using Medicaid in the wake of the Supreme Court's Thursday ruling.
Officials in South Dakota are pushing hard to build President Donald Trump's proposed National Garden of American Heroes in the Black Hills near Mount Rushmore.
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth does not violate the 14th Amendment.
The U.S. Supreme Court this week sided with a Minnesota family in providing an even playing field for disability lawsuits against school districts.
The U.S. Supreme Court this week sided with a metro family providing an even playing field for disability lawsuits against school districts. Parents Aaron and Gina Tharpe spoke with WCCO’s Jennifer Mayerle about the historic ruling.
Osseo Area Schools said that lowering the legal standard could expose the country's understaffed public schools to more lawsuits if their efforts fall short, even if officials are working in good faith.
In 2023, the Supreme Court ruled against race-conscious college admissions. Now, data on the first class of students to enter since then gives a peek into what the future of college enrollment holds.
Retired Supreme Court Justice David Souter was a steady member of the high court's liberal wing during his tenure despite being appointed by a Republican president.
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case over whether a Minnesota school discriminated against a student with disabilities. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the case.
Iowa's top prosecutor is proposing an amendment to the state constitution. Some worry the proposal could hinder a defendant's rights in court.
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Minnesota asking to revive the state's ban on gun-carry permits for young adults.
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
President Trump invoked the wartime Aliens Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members earlier this month.
Minnesotans who lost a home due to unpaid property taxes could now be eligible to receive thousands of dollars.
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Content creator Sue Rose has created a plan in case TikTok is banned in the U.S.
Minneapolis is one of eleven sites across the country where additional FBI agents will be assigned to help solve unresolved cases in Native American communities.
A Hennepin County judge on Monday vacated a 38-year-old man's murder conviction after he spent nearly two decades behind bars for a crime prosecutors are now saying he did not commit.
Minnesota's own Bob Dylan will return to the Twin Cities to play a show at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater this summer.
Twin Cities doctors are sending a serious warning to families after seeing a surge in injuries tied to e-bikes and scooters.
Minnesota Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar called for President Trump to be impeached on Tuesday after he threatened Iran with genocide unless the country makes a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
A Hennepin County judge on Monday vacated a 38-year-old man's murder conviction after he spent nearly two decades behind bars for a crime prosecutors are now saying he did not commit.
Minnesota's own Bob Dylan will return to the Twin Cities to play a show at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater this summer.
Twin Cities doctors are sending a serious warning to families after seeing a surge in injuries tied to e-bikes and scooters.
Lady Gaga is still slated to perform in St. Paul later this week, despite canceling her Monday night show in Montreal.
Republicans in the Minnesota House say they plan to file an ethics complaint against a Democratic lawmaker over his ties to environmentalist lobbying groups.
Public schools in Willmar, Minnesota, are closed Tuesday after the district "received a threat regarding school safety," officials said.
Damage from the fire can still be seen on surrounding buildings and there's an empty space where the Holdingford Mill once stood, but through this devastation came a discovery.
A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial.
If you've been to New Ulm, Minnesota, you've likely seen Hermann the German, the 102-foot tall monument in Hermann Heights. It was once the second tallest copper statue in the country after the Statue of Liberty.
A Faribault, Minnesota, man is facing five charges after being accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old runaway girl, according to court records filed on Friday.
Owen Hailey was the second oldest of four siblings, and was known to be everyone's best bud.
Efforts to quickly and quietly oust the president of the University of Wisconsin system are drawing fire from a Republican legislative leader.
The president of Wisconsin's largest mosque was detained by federal immigration agents, drawing accusations from local officials and religious leaders that the arrest was motivated by his statements against Israel.
Some schools in Minnesota have already announced closings or shifts to virtual learning on Thursday as another round of winter weather threatens parts of the state.
A suspect is in custody after a "written threat" led to the brief evacuation of a church in Hudson, Wisconsin, Tuesday morning.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
Republicans in the Minnesota House say they plan to file an ethics complaint against a Democratic lawmaker over his ties to environmentalist lobbying groups.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
Two Republican lawmakers involved in a DWI stop will be stripped of their committee assignments, according to a legislative source.
A deadline for a deal with Iran is getting closer and closer. Without reopening the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump says the U.S. will attack Iran's infrastructure.
The Minneapolis City Council on Tuesday morning debated for two hours over a proposed ordinance that would decriminalize drug paraphernalia.
It's a bittersweet changing of kegs and hands in northeast Minneapolis as HeadFlyer Brewing issued a permanent last call on Sunday.
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
Minneapolis is one of eleven sites across the country where additional FBI agents will be assigned to help solve unresolved cases in Native American communities.
A Hennepin County judge on Monday vacated a 38-year-old man's murder conviction after he spent nearly two decades behind bars for a crime prosecutors are now saying he did not commit.
Republicans in the Minnesota House say they plan to file an ethics complaint against a Democratic lawmaker over his ties to environmentalist lobbying groups.
A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial.
A Faribault, Minnesota, man is facing five charges after being accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old runaway girl, according to court records filed on Friday.
Twin Cities doctors are sending a serious warning to families after seeing a surge in injuries tied to e-bikes and scooters.
City leaders referred four ordinances to staff that would create licensing, zoning, and health regulations for establishments where sexual activity between consenting adults may be facilitated.
A Minnesota camp is giving children facing a parent's cancer diagnosis a place just to be kids.
Children's Minnesota announced Monday it is resuming gender-affirming care for children just over a month after pausing it amid "threats" from the federal government.
Nurses and physicians at Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis, home to the first level-one and busiest trauma center in Minnesota, on Wednesday urged the state Legislature to throw the hospital a lifeline — and fast.
Minnesota's own Bob Dylan will return to the Twin Cities to play a show at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater this summer.
Lady Gaga is still slated to perform in St. Paul later this week, despite canceling her Monday night show in Montreal.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Colombian star James Rodríguez has returned to his MLS club Minnesota United to continue his ramp-up to game readiness after being hospitalized last week for severe dehydration.
Luke Keaschall hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning and four Minnesota relievers combined for four scoreless innings as the Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 7-3 on a frigid night.
This is Michigan's second NCAA title in school history, and the win ends a 26-year national championship drought for the Big Ten.
LaMelo Ball scored 35 points and Miles Bridges added 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the surging Charlotte Hornets in a 122-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Richie Palacios hit a two-run homer in a three-run 10th inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 4-1.
The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders.
The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders. WCCO spoke with David Schultz, a congressional law professor at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota, to get some clarity.
Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
In 2025, the entire U.S. Attorney's office had 77 immigration detention cases, she said. In January 2026, she alone was assigned 88 cases.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
Filing your taxes can be stressful. But daydreaming about how to spend that refund makes it worthwhile.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
We will warm above average on Wednesday. It will be breezy, and we could see some passing afternoon showers, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
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.
Tuesday will top out in the 40s with increasing clouds, but a warm-up arrives on Wednesday.
Tuesday will become breezy with increasing clouds. A few light showers are possible later, mainly south and east, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Temperatures will start out in the teens in the Twin Cities, eventually rebounding to almost 50.
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
WCCO's Erin Hassanzadeh and Derek James share the latest news headlines and updates from Tuesday afternoon.
We will warm above average on Wednesday. It will be breezy, and we could see some passing afternoon showers, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Tuesday will top out in the 40s with increasing clouds, but a warm-up arrives on Wednesday.
Doctors are sending a serious warning to families after seeing a surge in injuries tied to e-bikes and scooters.