MN politicians consider rolling back benefits for undocumented immigrants
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Watch CBS News
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
Republicans have put forward a budget proposal that would keep the federal government from shutting down this Sunday, but Democrats are opposed because of sharp budget cuts. Esme Murphy looks at how a shutdown would affect Minnesotans.
COPAL is one of hundreds of groups across the U.S. forming a modern-day underground railroad network of support.
Minnesota has been at the forefront of passing laws to make life for the estimated 81,000 undocumented residents in the state easier.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, the University of Minnesota president, about the challenges they face.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order.
Esme Murphy takes a look at why the government could shut down and what it could mean for Minnesotans.
A looming government shutdown amid cuts and layoffs at the federal level. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with University of Minnesota Professor Larry Jacobs about how a government shutdown will impact you, and if a Minnesota government shutdown is on the horizon. CLICK HERE for more.
Republicans have put forward a budget proposal that would keep the federal government from shutting down. Democrats are opposed because of sharp budget cuts.
The Minnesota Attorney General is joining other states in suing the Trump administration over a number of his executive orders.
With social media proving dangerous in multiple ways for children, an expert breaks down what warning signs parents should look for.
Many public health officials have called for warning labels on social media. The risk includes anxiety, depression, as well as violent outcomes, including kidnappings. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Steve Webb, @dr.stevewebb2542 , whose book draws on his experience as a police officer and Superintendent of an Illinois School District about online safety tips for parents.
Minnesota farmers say they are in a valley of uncertainty amid the layoffs and cost-cutting measures of the first few weeks of President Trump's second term.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says it's trying to get clarity on the cuts to federal programs.
As the Trump Administration continues cuts to the federal government, Republicans in Washington are limiting the ability to pushback.
New polling from CBS shows positive numbers for President Trump's opening weeks.
President Donald Trump has proved his policy announcements are unpredictable. But what does that mean for your money? In Talk Points, Esme Murphy spoke with an investment expert about the investments you should be thinking about or avoiding during a second Trump Presidency.
Supporters say sports betting has its best chance ever of passing the Minnesota Legislature this session, but there is a big if.
President Donald Trump is marching forward with his plan to remake the federal government. As promised, the president is following through on rewriting regulations for transgender men and women.
At the state capitol, House leaders from both parties have been meeting through the weekend as a power-sharing stalemate continues to keep the chamber from doing business. Esme Murphy speaks with leaders on both sides to see if there's any light at the end of the tunnel in Talking Points.
President Trump wants to expand mining and mineral extraction on federal lands; he issued an executive order called "Unleashing American Energy.
Esme Murphy talks about how the capitol drama could continue for weeks.
The surgeon general says even if you have one drink once a week over a lifetime your odds cancer risk rises significantly.
Days after the conviction of the ringleader of the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, another person involved in the scheme has admitted to his role.
The reported robberies happened within a 30-minute span at five different locations in or near Dinkytown early Sunday.
Students at St. Paul's Open World Learning School are learning about sustainability through the creation of an interactive play addressing the decisions people make and how they impact the environment.
The Metro Transit Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit has 16 stops connecting people from Woodbury to St. Paul along Interstate 94.
In the last year, Minneapolis has seen two violent romance schemes. While the Minneapolis Police Department couldn't speak on any current cases, officials say romance schemes are not on the rise — but it's good to be on guard online.
Three police officers in Sartell, Minnesota found themselves responding 911 call for a woman in labor Friday morning.
Conservationists and mining groups share their concerns and hopes for the future of the Boundary Waters following President Trump's executive order to lift mining restrictions across the U.S.
It was March 21, 2005, on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. A 16-year-old gunman killed seven people and wounded nine others before dying by suicide.
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
Weeks after budget forecasters predicted a precipitous drop in Minnesota's surplus, Gov. Tim Walz has released a revised budget that his office says cuts hundreds of millions of dollars in spending in the coming years to fend off an impending deficit.
Wisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls debuts it a cheesemaking course at its on-campus dairy plant.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
After a Minnesota state senator resigned over accusations he sought sex from a minor, candidates are announcing their intentions to run for his vacant seat.
Federal prosecutors are asking the court to keep a former Minnesota state senator in jail until his trial in a solicitation case after he allegedly lied to investigators and tried to conceal evidence.
The case of a former state senator charged in a sex scandal gets more complicated.
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Minnesota has been at the forefront of passing laws to make life for the estimated 81,000 undocumented residents in the state easier.
About a year-and-a-half after closing its northeast Minneapolis taproom, Dangerous Man Brewing Co. says it will cease operations completely.
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
Days after the conviction of the ringleader of the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, another person involved in the scheme has admitted to his role.
The reported robberies happened within a 30-minute span at five different locations in or near Dinkytown early Sunday.
In the last year, Minneapolis has seen two violent romance schemes. While the Minneapolis Police Department couldn't speak on any current cases, officials say romance schemes are not on the rise — but it's good to be on guard online.
Federal prosecutors are asking the court to keep a former Minnesota state senator in jail until his trial in a solicitation case after he allegedly lied to investigators and tried to conceal evidence.
A fire at a Minneapolis home led to the discovery of a shooting and arrest on Saturday.
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type of gene therapy treatment.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr., with help from DOGE, is planning a restructuring with sweeping cuts expected at multiple agencies.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Students at St. Paul's Open World Learning School are learning about sustainability through the creation of an interactive play addressing the decisions people make and how they impact the environment.
The Jonas Brothers announced Sunday a tour across North America to celebrate their 20-year career with a stop in the Twin Cities.
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Iconic classic rock band Steve Miller Band is taking a jet airliner to the Twin Cities this summer.
Medved, 51, is a Minneapolis native and U of M grad. He started his coaching career at his alma mater.
Paige Bueckers with UConn. and Tessa Johnson with South Carolina are just two of the Minnesotans to watch in this year's NCAA women's basketball tournament.
The Harding High School boys’ basketball team just finished a historic season with their first-ever state tournament appearance, and it shares extra special meaning for head coach Stephen Solaja.
Minnesota Twins infielder Brooks Lee and right-handed pitcher Brock Stewart will begin the season on the injured list.
Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals for Minnesota United but LA Galaxy answered each time as the teams played to a 2-2 draw.
Immigration is dominating national headlines these days, but in Minnesota, there is a different debate raging: what rights, if any, should undocumented residents have?
Minnesota has been at the forefront of passing laws to make life for the estimated 81,000 undocumented residents in the state easier.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts.
Universities across the country are facing unprecedented times, including federal scrutiny and massive funding cuts. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, the University of Minnesota president, about the challenges they face.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
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.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
Nearly 1.3 million Minnesotans — about one-quarter of the state — rely on Medicaid.
The start of spring kicks off a nasal nuisance for many people, but one drug meant to clear congestion has struggled to do its job. Here's what drugs work best to help you breathe better.
Anglers are counting down the days to May 10 after the Department of Natural Resources announced you can keep two walleyes daily on Lake Mille Lacs this year.
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
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.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says high temperatures are expected to be in the low 50s in the Twin Cities 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.
WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames says that we're looking at a potential pair of 60-degree days later this week, though the weekend is looking chillier.
Highs will climb into the 50s in the Twin Cities on Monday, and skies will be sunny.
After a chilly weekend, it will feel more like spring in Minnesota this week.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says high temperatures are expected to be in the low 50s in the Twin Cities on Tuesday.
Bloomington police on Monday described an operation involving the arrest of 14 men who allegedly thought they were about to pay for sex with underage girls.
The University of Minnesota is asking Dinkytown residents to be on the lookout for four males suspected of multiple armed robberies reported early Sunday.
After a Minnesota state senator resigned over accusations he sought sex from a minor, candidates are announcing their intentions to run for his vacant seat.
The University of Minnesota has found its next men's basketball coach. Sources told CBS Sports the Gophers are set to hire Colorado State's Niko Medved, with an announcement coming soon and an introductory news conference on Tuesday.