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There are more than 640 confirmed cases of measles nationwide in the current outbreak. So far in Minnesota, there has been only one confirmed case.
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There are more than 640 confirmed cases of measles nationwide in the current outbreak. So far in Minnesota, there has been only one confirmed case.
Health professionals are tackling an important issue: vaccine hesitancy.
On Tuesday, the Minnesota Department of Health received notice of cuts to grant money creating uncertainty for health programs across the state.
President Trump's controversial pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services is on Capitol Hill for his confirmation hearing on Wednesday.
Opinions about childhood vaccinations have become increasingly polarized, leaving many parents overwhelmed and unsure of who to trust.
Dr. Rachel Pilliod with the Mother Baby Center has the answers.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported 46 cases of measles in the state this year, which has officials accelerating vaccine recommendations.
Public health officials came armed with a serious message for Pride Month: Get vaccinated against mpox.
The first case, confirmed Monday, was found in the Twin Cities metro area, MDH said, and the second case occurred in an unvaccinated sibling.
Falling school-age vaccination rates are alarming scientists and doctors across the country, many of whom are concerned more people could be at risk of being infected with measles. Check out measles vaccination rates at local schools.
Despite a safe and effective vaccine to protect against measles, a decrease in children getting immunized is leading to a comeback of the highly contagious and potentially deadly virus.
Opposition to vaccines and mainstream science has become politically charged, making dangerous misinformation harder to fight.
Kirsten Mitchell breaks down what you need to know about the new vaccine.
"This vaccine will really boost all our immunity, especially against all the variants that are out there right now," said Dr. Hannah Lichtsinn.
The immune response may be stronger if your booster goes in the same arm as your last COVID-19 shot, according to a published study.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines for cancer treatment will be out in five years.
Grab some greens and a vaccine at the Mill City Farmers Market Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Or if you're busy, there are more free clinics throughout the month around the city.
U.S. health officials want to make COVID-19 vaccinations more like the annual flu shot.
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
COVID case numbers are trending in a troubling direction nationwide. New subvariants of Omicron are fueling the surge, at a time when families might not be as focused on the virus as years past.
Officials say the two children developed symptoms shortly after returning from a visit to a country where measles is common. The preschool-aged children were not vaccinated.
A second day of hearings is underway in the Jan. 6 investigation into the assault on the U.S. Capitol.
After some early morning showers wrap up, the Twin Cities will see decreasing clouds and warming temperatures on Tuesday.
The Vatican says Pope Francis' funeral will be held on April 26 at St. Peter's Basilica after the pontiff lies in state there for three days.
A Minnesota family is losing hope they'll see justice for their murdered son, even though the suspected killer pleaded guilty Monday.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
The race to get a Real ID before the May 7 deadline is turning out to be a "real" headache for many.
A Minnesota family is losing hope they'll see justice for their murdered son, even though the suspected killer pleaded guilty Monday.
The race to get a Real ID before the May 7 deadline is turning out to be a "real" headache for many.
In March, the Women's Elite Rugby (WER) league launched six franchises across the country, including one in the Twin Cities: the TC Gemini.
The Voyageurs Mobile Classroom is a new specially outfitted van carrying curriculum materials and gear for outdoor exploration and education.
The groundbreaking for the 15th home in the Housing for Heroes initiative took place Monday.
The Voyageurs Mobile Classroom is a new specially outfitted van carrying curriculum materials and gear for outdoor exploration and education.
Authorities have issued an endangered missing person alert for a 14-year-old girl from Moorhead, Minnesota who was last seen over the weekend.
Remembrances from Minnesota leaders are coming out following the death of Pope Francis Monday morning.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex pleaded not guilty on Monday in his federal arraignment hearing in St. Paul.
A girl is dead after a pursuit in northern Minnesota ended in a crash early Sunday morning, authorities said.
Guidance from the Democratic governor of Wisconsin's administration to state employees about what to do if immigration officials or other federal agents show up at their workplace is drawing fire from Republicans.
The bull elk was found on private property in Black River Falls on March 18.
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.
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.
Hegseth's chief of staff Joe Kasper is moving to a new job, the latest staffing shift after days of upheaval at the Pentagon.
Applications for free state health care by undocumented Minnesota residents are exceeding expectations.
Nearly 10 million borrowers could be in default within a few months, according to the department.
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Minnesota asking to revive the state's ban on gun-carry permits for young adults.
Guidance from the Democratic governor of Wisconsin's administration to state employees about what to do if immigration officials or other federal agents show up at their workplace is drawing fire from Republicans.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
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.
A Minnesota family is losing hope they'll see justice for their murdered son, even though the suspected killer pleaded guilty Monday.
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Minnesota asking to revive the state's ban on gun-carry permits for young adults.
A 52-year-old man has been sentenced for stabbing a victim 17 times in a Crystal, Minnesota bar in March 2024.
A former Minnesota state senator accused of attempting to pay a teenager for sex pleaded not guilty on Monday in his federal arraignment hearing in St. Paul.
A kindergarten teacher in Chaska, Minnesota has been charged with malicious punishment of a child.
Pork carnitas products sold at Aldi stores nationwide maybe contaminated with pieces of metal, according to a public health alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Applications for free state health care by undocumented Minnesota residents are exceeding expectations.
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."
Monday marks nine years since the death of Minnesota superstar Prince, and his former home and recording studio marked the occasion by inviting fans for a day of remembrance.
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.
In March, the Women's Elite Rugby (WER) league launched six franchises across the country, including one in the Twin Cities: the TC Gemini.
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.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
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 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 some early morning showers wrap up, the Twin Cities will see decreasing clouds and warming temperatures on Tuesday.
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 early morning showers wrap up, the Twin Cities will see decreasing clouds and warming temperatures on Tuesday.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says rain showers return overnight but will be lighter than Sunday's rain.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we're expecting to reclaim the sunshine tomorrow afternoon and warm to near 70.
After some early morning showers wrap up, the Twin Cities will see decreasing clouds and warming temperatures on Tuesday.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says rain showers return overnight but will be lighter than Sunday's rain.
Jeff Wagner spoke with health professionals whose daily grind can make for good television.
Kirsten Mitchell spoke with a Minnesotan who had the rare opportunity to meet Pope Francis four times.
Police say the man is accused of damaging at least six Tesla vehicles and causing $20,000 in damage.