Rep. Ilhan Omar faces potential challenges in reelection bid
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar again finds herself in a contested bid for reelection.
Ta Mla, 18, sentenced to 15 years for his role in Michael Brasel's murder
An 18-year-old man will spend 15 years in prison for his role in the shooting death of a beloved St. Paul hockey coach.
Talking Points: Israel-Hamas war's fallout on American Election
With the first Presidential caucus just a month away, the war between Israel and Hamas is threatening to divide American voters. Esme Murphy explores the political callout in Talking Points.
Marvin Haynes' conviction overturned in 2004 Minneapolis flower shop murder
On Monday, a judge signed an order overturning Marvin Haynes' conviction for the murder of 55-year-old Randy Sherer. WCCO was there as Haynes was released from the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Stillwater.
Talking Points: Climate change is altering what farming zone Minnesota falls into
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota.
Why are there no loons on Minnesota's new state flag finalists?
Thousands of people have weighed in with comments on the flag options and many of those comments are critical that a loon is not featured in any of the flag designs.
Jack Loso, 19, killed in landslide at Minneopa State Park, sheriff says
A 19-year-old man was killed in a landslide Saturday night at Minneopa State Park Falls.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
New poll shows presidential race in Minnesota may be a toss-up
A new poll shows the race for president in Minnesota is a toss-up with the election now less than a year away.
Diabetes drugs' major side effect, weight loss, drives demand
The ads for diabetes drugs are impossible to escape. Their side effect of major weight loss continues to make them surge in popularity. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives into the other side effects and the staggering out-of-pocket costs.
Ellison: FBI investigating how Derek Chauvin was stabbed in Arizona federal prison
Chauvin, who is currently serving a 22-year sentence for the murder of George Floyd, was stabbed last week in an Arizona prison. Ellison said he remains in stable condition.
Derek Chauvin's stabbing raises further questions on federal prison security
Chauvin is now the second high-profile federal prisoner to be stabbed in recent months, after Larry Nasser, convicted of molesting young Olympic gymnasts, was stabbed in a Florida federal prison in July.
Third-party bids could draw votes from both major parties in 2024 presidential election
The presidential election is coming to Minnesota sooner than you might think. Early voting for Minnesota's March 5 primary begins on Jan. 19.
Car insurance rates are up 20% nationwide due to more auto thefts, uninsured drivers
If your car insurance is suddenly as much as a car payment, you are not alone. Consumers are feeling the hit nationwide.
Rep. Dean Phillips' presidential campaign means 3rd District race is suddenly interesting
Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District race wasn't expected to get a lot of attention this election season. But that was before three-term Congressman Dean Phillips announced he was running for president.