"Gus Walz effect" helping neurodivergence grow in public consciousness
The son of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who has a non-verbal learning disorder, started a big conversation on neurodivergence. And some are still feeling the "Guz Walz effect."
Construction projects delayed by rain-filled summer
As the season comes to an end, it could be called the summer of delays. We've seen rain delays at the State Fair, delays for the Twins and traffic delays too
Twin Cities police department uplifts new recruit after breast cancer diagnosis
The Crystal Police Department rallies around one of their newest officers as she battles breast cancer.
Why some Minnesota schools are restricting cellphone usage for students
If you have a child, you know the dilemma: Should your child have a cellphone and should they have it while in school?
Twin Cites metro area residents continue clean-up following severe storms
Lightning was far from the only thing hitting the ground during Tuesday morning's storms. Thousands of trees toppled across the Twin Cities metro area.
Minnesota college graduates looking to make ad ndustry more diverse
"It's important for us that the work we do is representative of not just one group of people but a lot of different communities," said Lorenz Esguerra, CEO of Folklore Agency.
Owatonna hosts summer camp to help children deal with grief
One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.
Volunteers hope to restore Camp Parsons in Watertown
As summer camp season comes to an end, the hope is one local camp's story is just beginning.
Minnesota K-9s joining the fight against human trafficking
Three Minnesota dogs are now tasked with one big purpose.
Reliable transportation hard to come by for people with disabilities, data says
Cars, vans, buses and rideshares: transportation options are everywhere — but they're not for everyone.
Minnesota musicians find love through cochlear implants
It's a story with a very unexpected ending, between a guitar player and a clarinet player who are hard of hearing. A medical device brought the two musical strangers into harmony in more ways than one.
Trailblazing Twin Cities center makes beekeeping accessible for all
You've probably heard about beekeeping programs, but one in Shoreview is historic.
Albertville teen, grandmother survive horrific crash with semi in Maple Grove
A near-death experience has left an Albertville teen with quite the story to tell, and her friends are making sure she recovers from a horrific accident in style.
What are the benefits of paternity leave? New data explains
Only about 28% of average-earners get paid family leave at work. New data that shows why paid leave is important — and not just for mothers.
Wishing WCCO photojournalist Joe Berglove farewell after 39 years
Many of you know the faces of WCCO, but rarely do you get to see the amazing team behind the camera that help tell your stories. One of them is photojournalist Joe Berglove, who is retiring from WCCO after an incredible 39 years.