UnitedHealth falls short of 2Q expectations, offers weak outlook for 2025
UnitedHealth delivered disappointing second-quarter earnings and went conservative with its 2025 forecast as soaring medical costs continue to swamp insurers.
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UnitedHealth delivered disappointing second-quarter earnings and went conservative with its 2025 forecast as soaring medical costs continue to swamp insurers.
Some of the nation's health insurers say they're taking steps to speed the process by which doctors approve medical care.
Andrew Witty is stepping down from his position as UnitedHealth's CEO for personal reasons, insurer says in surprise announcement.
UnitedHealth is the first insurer to report results every quarter, and many on Wall Street see it as a bellwether for the sector. Shares of several other insurers plunged in early trading.
UnitedHealth Group shares tumbled Friday on a report that the U.S. Department of Justice has started an investigation into the health care giant's Medicare billing practices.
UnitedHealth Group on Thursday announced that a longtime employee in the company has been named the new leader of its health insurance arm, nearly two months after the killing of former CEO Brian Thompson.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Luigi Mangione faces four new federal charges, including murder, which could make him eligible for the death penalty. He is also facing multiple state charges.
An attorney for Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, says he will waive extradition at his hearing on Thursday.
Luigi Mangione was indicted Tuesday by the Manhattan district attorney in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Andrew Witty, the CEO of UnitedHealth Group, memorialized slain executive Brian Thompson in an op-ed and acknowledged industry flaws.
A New York grand jury began hearing evidence against UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione, according to a person familiar with the matter.
While there are still many investigative leads to follow up on, top NYPD officials say they are now getting a clearer picture of Luigi Mangione.
The gun found on the suspect in last week's killing of United Healthcare's CEO matched shell casings found at the site of the shooting, the NYPD said Wednesday.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, is fighting his extradition to New York City.
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
Here's what we know about UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot to death in Manhattan on Wednesday, Dec. 4.
UnitedHealth Group is hoping Monday's arrest of a suspect in the killing of Brian Thompson, CEO of its insurance wing, will bring some comfort to those who knew him.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is now charged with murder in New York City.
A person of interest in the brazen shooting death of the United Healthcare CEO was arrested in Pennsylvania on other charges. Twenty-six-year-old Luigi Mangione is being held on five felony charges in Pennsylvania and was charged Monday night in New York with murder. Kirsten Mitchell has more on the arrest and what else we’re learning about him.
The manhunt continues for the man captured on surveillance video last week fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
The public's deep frustration with the health insurance industry is coming to the surface online after the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson appeared to be unguarded when he was murdered. Some companies are rethinking their security practices.
Minnesota-based UnitedHealthcare Group Inc. has faced a firestorm of controversy this year. And as investigators search for a motive in the slaying of Brian Thompson, CEO of its insurance arm, they aren't counting anything out.
Security companies say they've been busy since UnitedHealthcare's tragedy.
Members of the American Civil Liberties Union will hold a news conference Thursday morning in Minneapolis to discuss a "new class action against the federal government."
A clipper diving south will bring spotty, light snow showers through Thursday afternoon across the Twin Cities, as well as areas north of the Interstate 94 corridor.
Outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, protests continue. Advocates say what's happening inside the courtrooms is also alarming.
Cellphone footage is providing a closer look at what families say are ICE operations near Minnesota students.
"Rights have always been violated for us as Native people" Rachel Dionne Thunder told WCCO.
Members of the American Civil Liberties Union will hold a news conference Thursday morning in Minneapolis to discuss a "new class action against the federal government."
Outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, protests continue. Advocates say what's happening inside the courtrooms is also alarming.
Cellphone footage is providing a closer look at what families say are ICE operations near Minnesota students.
"Rights have always been violated for us as Native people" Rachel Dionne Thunder told WCCO.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Members of the American Civil Liberties Union will hold a news conference Thursday morning in Minneapolis to discuss a "new class action against the federal government."
Most good Minnesota high school hockey teams face the offseason reality that their best players may leave for juniors. This year, Rogers had three key players decide not to, which has benefited the roster.
In a rare primetime address Wednesday evening, Gov. Tim Walz gave a six-minute-long address to Minnesotans where he called on President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to "end this occupation."
President Trump is following through on a promise he made late last year to end deportation protections for some Somali immigrants in the country.
Faith leaders, union representatives and community members are calling for a Day of Truth and Freedom on Friday, Jan. 23 — urging all Minnesotans not to go to work, school or go shopping.
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
A western Wisconsin town is reveling in the national spotlight.
When he's not playing zone or man, Hall is carving it up at local hills. He has qualified for multiple professional snowboard competitions.
Two people were killed and another hurt in a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon.
At Moth Oddities in northeast Minneapolis, volunteers moved through stacks of boxes as donations continued to pour in for families impacted by the increased presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the city.
Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
It was a scary moment in the Twin Cities over the weekend, as a trailer hauling sled dogs turned over on Interstate 494 in Minnetonka.
Members of the American Civil Liberties Union will hold a news conference Thursday morning in Minneapolis to discuss a "new class action against the federal government."
President Trump announced on social media Thursday morning he may invoke the Insurrection Act to send troops into Minnesota.
Federal officials say an ICE officer shot a Venezuelan migrant Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after the officer was allegedly attacked with a shovel, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, protests continue. Advocates say what's happening inside the courtrooms is also alarming.
Cellphone footage is providing a closer look at what families say are ICE operations near Minnesota students.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
WCCO gathered data on core staple items from Aldi in Apple Valley, Target in Fridley and Cub Foods in north Minneapolis.
Minnesota drivers have something to celebrate this holiday — a price drop at the pump.
With costs still high and budgets stretched, getting smarter with money matters more than ever.
There were 584 vehicles towed during this week's snow emergency in Minneapolis. That number stands at 352 and counting in St. Paul, where parking restrictions are in place until 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.
Outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, protests continue. Advocates say what's happening inside the courtrooms is also alarming.
Cellphone footage is providing a closer look at what families say are ICE operations near Minnesota students.
At Moth Oddities in northeast Minneapolis, volunteers moved through stacks of boxes as donations continued to pour in for families impacted by the increased presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the city.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
WCCO is documenting other instances where ICE are detaining American citizens looking to act as legal observers.
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says it began distributing payments on Friday to over 2,600 Minnesotans.
Just one day after dropping his bid for reelection, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the state's paid family leave program is one of the most transformational bills the state has ever passed.
Roughly 12,000 Minnesotans have already applied for the state's new paid family leave program, according to an update by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
The clock is ticking to snag a few more gifts and prepare for that holiday trip to visit family. As the pressure builds, so does the stress.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Most good Minnesota high school hockey teams face the offseason reality that their best players may leave for juniors. This year, Rogers had three key players decide not to, which has benefited the roster.
The men leading the Minnesota Vikings' operations don't sound ready to give up on quarterback J.J. McCarthy, but neither are they speaking like they're satisfied at the position.
John Blackwell buried a 3-pointer at the buzzer and scored 27 points to help Wisconsin overcome an 11-point second-half deficit to beat Minnesota for a 10th straight time, 78-75.
Julius Randle scored 29 points and the hot-shooting Minnesota Timberwolves never trailed in a 139-106 blowout of the Milwaukee Bucks.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
The shooting death of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised several legal questions.
The fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised many legal questions. Constitutional law professor David Schultz, who has taught a class on police, criminal and civil procedure, has some answers.
The DFL race pits two prominent party leaders, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig, against each other.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for answers about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities. She is also denouncing the president's attacks on the Somali community and herself. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy shows us how, for Omar, this is a familiar position to be in.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for clarity about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.
On Dec. 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" debuted on CBS, and it became an instant classic. Lee Jenkins' home is proof that the show is still a hit six decades later.
Holiday lights are on full display across the state right now, and just south of the Twin Cities you'll find a Christmas light show that's been around for more than half a century.
The story begins years ago when the city acquired one of the T-38 Talon Thunderbird jets from the Air Force.
The holidays are upon us, and in the town of Kellogg, Minnesota, you'll find a toy store unlike any other.
With the holidays fast approaching, and lutefisk on the menu for many families, one Minnesota town has the distinction of being called the "Lutefisk Capital of the Country."
New polling shows most voters do not think last week's deadly ICE shooting was justified. But the Trump administration thinks so and suggested that Renee Good was a domestic terrorist. Experts say that's not a label to be taken lightly.
ICE is making arrests in Minnesota right next to shoppers grabbing groceries. The tense encounters are happening at places like Target, Walmart and other private businesses.
It's a question many people have been asking: What is the cost of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in Minnesota? WCCO was able to get some numbers.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
From the frozen ponds and lakes to the packed indoor rinks serving as community hubs, hockey is uniquely celebrated and cherished in Minnesota like no other state in the country.
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.
Cold is the theme this weekend with highs in the single digits Saturday and teens Sunday, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames 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.
A clipper diving south will bring spotty, light snow showers through Thursday afternoon across the Twin Cities, as well as areas north of the Interstate 94 corridor.
A storm system will drop a couple inches of snow late Thursday and overnight Friday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
A storm system will drop 1-3 inches of snow Thursday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The DHS claims that a federal officer shot a Venezuelan national in the leg in north Minneapolis Wednesday evening after being threatened by a wielded snow shovel.
Cold is the theme this weekend with highs in the single digits Saturday and teens Sunday, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
President Trump announced on social media Thursday morning he may invoke the Insurrection Act to send troops into Minnesota.
Federal officials say an ICE officer shot a Venezuelan migrant Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after the officer was allegedly attacked with a shovel, plus more of the day’s top stories.
A storm system will drop a couple inches of snow late Thursday and overnight Friday in the Twin Cities, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.