Back-and-forth rulings causing confusion for SNAP recipients
A compromise that could end the government shutdown hasn't stopped the confusion around feeding families in need.
What to know about an audit on the Minnesota governor's office
Buried in a torrent of election stories on Tuesday was the announcement by the legislative auditor that there were noncompliance issues found in its audit of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's office.
Minn. state Rep. Kaohly Her projected to win St. Paul mayoral race
Minnesota state Rep. Kaohly Her is projected to win the St. Paul mayoral election, unseating two-term incumbent Melvin Carter.
MNsure open for 2026 enrollment
Minnesota's health insurance marketplace, known as MNsure, is now open for 2026 enrollment, officials said on Monday.
Minnesota food shelves, SNAP recipients uncertain over federal payments
While some in the Trump administration say food benefits could restart as soon as this Wednesday, the uncertainty is stressful for Minnesotans who rely on them and food shelves in the state.
Why are insurance premiums skyrocketing for many Minnesotans?
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
New Minnesota paid family leave law could allow some to "double-dip" in 2026
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
Minneapolis mayoral candidates debate one week from election
One week from election day, the top four candidates for Minneapolis mayor went head-to-head in a debate hosted by WCCO's Frank Vascellaro.
Walz announces $4M in emergency funding for food shelves amid shutdown
Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.
Food banks issue warning as SNAP benefits set to run out
Forty-two million people will lose benefits nationwide, including more than 440,000 Minnesotans, on Saturday.
Democratic moderates aim to win majority of Minneapolis City Council
The clock to Election Day in Minneapolis is winding down as the Democratic Socialists of America and the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party fight for control.
Twin Cities food shelves strained as government shutdown stretches on
The Groveland Emergency Food Shelf, like most, does not ask people what brought them. But the shutdown on top of cuts to SNAP and other federal programs is fueling demand.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison running for third term
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has announced he is running for reelection. He sat down on Monday with WCCO to share his decision.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on his bid for a third term
Mayor Frey's top opponents have formed a coalition, asking their supporters to not rank him second or third — thereby denying him votes that could win the election.
Can ranked choice voting cause unexpected outcomes?
In less than three weeks, voters in some metro area cities will head to the polls to make their first-, second- and third-round picks for municipal seats.