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Latest Videos NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota on June 18, 2024 WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says severe storms are possible moving into the evening with the main threats being wind and hail. 2H ago 03:43

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Minnesota's interim Cannabis Chief talks about license rollout Minnesota is gearing-up to issue some of the first cannabis business licenses since lawmakers legalized weed last year. Caroline Cummings sat down with the interim cannabis chief about how the rollout is going. 2H ago 01:49
Mother of missing St. Paul kayaker holding onto hope A search is ongoing for a St. Paul man who disappeared while kayaking at Grand Teton National Park. Our Ubah Ali spoke to his mother, who is trying to hold on to hope. 2H ago 01:43
Minnesota family mourns therapy dog fatally shot A Carver County family is desperate for answers after someone shot their beloved pup several times forcing the family to put him down. WCCO's Allen Henry shows us how this member of their family was helping them with the loss of another member. 2H ago 01:59
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. forecast for Tuesday June 18, 2024 WCCO-TV chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that we are in a tornado watch until 8 p.m. We had a band of severe weather roll through, but we are not done yet. The storms are widespread and severe thunderstorm warnings are still in effect in northern Minnesota. The rain will continue throughout the evening, but will dry up overnight. Wednesday will be dry with a high in the 70s. 3H ago 03:43
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Willie Mays, one of baseball's all-time greats, dies at age 93 Mays was a 24-time All-Star and his iconic over-the-shoulder catch is still considered one of the greatest in the history of the game. updated 5M ago
Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff is injured after all, says he'll be more open in the future The Minnesota Twins will place outfielder Alex Kirilloff on the injured list after all with back trouble six days after the struggling former top prospect was sent down to Triple-A. 1H ago
Despite recent success with Caitlin Clark, WNBA expected to lose $50 million Fans are tuning in and buying tickets at rates not seen in decades. Despite that success, financial struggles remain for the league. 3H ago
Minnesota Twins' Carlos Correa named AL Player of the Week The Minnesota Twins are on a winning streak, thanks in no small part to the stellar hitting of shortstop Carlos Correa. 9H ago
Duluth youth hockey camp creates Adam Johnson Memorial Scholarship A Minnesota youth hockey camp is honoring the life of late alum Adam Johnson with a scholarship in his honor. 10H ago
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What's the best way to measure exercise: Steps or time? Finding the best way to exercise is different from person to person. So too is how they measure progress along the way. 22H ago
What is Wall Pilates? And does it work? Pilates promises to give you a full-body workout right in the comfort of your own home. And for the latest adaptation of the fitness trend, all you need is a mat and a wall. Jun 13
How does fatherhood change men? In more ways than you might think. This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life. Jun 11
What are the benefits of a four-day workweek? A survey of 100 CEOs found that nearly a third of them are exploring the idea of a four-day, or four-and-a-half-day, workweek. Jun 10
How did Twin Cities Pride get started? It's one of the nation's largest pride celebrations, but as Andy Otto with Twin Cities Pride explains, it wasn't always that way. Jun 7
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Twin Cities woman celebrates Father's Day by feeding dads experiencing homelessness Tynika Smith, or Ms. T as she's affectionately known in the community, put on a barbecue at Peavy Field Park in Minneapolis for those without a place to go. Jun 16
Twin Cities bakery helping raise funds for LGBTQ+ community During pride month one local bakery is helping to raise funds to support Minnesota's LGBTQ+ community. Jun 16
Moments of excitement and grief as Deshaun Hill's teammates walk the stage without him North High students walked the stage Friday night. A notable absence, Deshaun Hill Jr. Jun 15
How a Twin Cities community came together to honor life of Eli Hart: "They've forever changed our lives" After years of work, a lasting tribute and community landmark is almost finished in the community of Mound. Jun 13
The "Spot Saver" is solving a parking problem for people who use wheelchairs Most places having handicapped parking spots, but it doesn't necessarily mean people who use wheelchairs are able to park. Jun 12
How Donovan Harmel is mentoring the Twin Cities LGBTQ+ community through sobriety Donovan Harmel walked in one of the first Pride parades in Minneapolis, and over the years has watched the LGBTQ+ and sober community grow. Jun 11
101-year-old World War II vet becomes viral TikTok sensation for role in D-Day invasion A 101-year-old soldier helped win World War II, but more recently he's taken his talents to the internet. Jun 7
Red Lake Nation College holds grand opening event in downtown Minneapolis The first Tribal college and university in a major U.S. city will have its grand opening Thursday in Minneapolis. Jun 7
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Storms roll through Minnesota Wednesday, bringing damage to some areas Many Minnesotans will be cleaning up Thursday from a storm system that brought sizable hail, heavy winds and possible tornado touchdowns. Jun 13 11 photos
Notable Deaths in 2024 A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. Jun 10 30 photos
Your photos of the northern lights in Minnesota: May 10, 2024 Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades. May 11 27 photos
Double rainbow over Minnesota: April 11, 2024 Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday. Apr 12 17 photos
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Nebraska man stabbed victim during Twin Cities carjacking spree, charges say A Nebraska man is accused of stabbing someone during a carjacking spree in the south metro over the weekend. 13M ago
Charges: Minneapolis man killed, set on fire over $2,800 in rent money A 42-year-old from St. Paul has been charged with killing a man before starting a small fire inside the basem*nt of a Minneapolis building over four years ago. 57M ago
2 Minneapolis swimming areas close due to high bacteria levels The board says that the levels were likely affected by recent rainfall washing bacteria from the landscape into the water. 1H ago
Initial step to secure first cannabis business licenses in Minnesota begins next week. Here's what you need to know The Office of Cannabis Management is accepting applications to screen in order to determine if they qualify as social equity applicants starting June 24. 2H ago
Twin Cities garages offer low-cost repairs on old cars to reduce emissions In the bays of the nonprofit Lift Garage in Minneapolis, mechanics are on a mission to provide low-cost auto repairs. 3H ago
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Initial step to secure first cannabis business licenses in Minnesota begins next week. Here's what you need to know The Office of Cannabis Management is accepting applications to screen in order to determine if they qualify as social equity applicants starting June 24. 2H ago
Man sets woman's car on fire in St. Cloud drive-thru, police say A woman escaped unharmed when a man set her vehicle on fire in a drive-thru in central Minnesota Monday morning, police said. 8H ago
Former Sartell police chief Bob Ringstrom killed in bike accident Bob Ringstrom, the former head of the Sartell Police Department, was killed Friday in a bicycle accident. 9H ago
Flooding near Henderson to close roads, cause detours MNDOT warns drivers that highway 19 between Henderson and highway 169 is closed due to flooding from the Minnesota River. 3H ago
Minnesota state officials take steps to stop spread of bird flu in cows As poultry farmers take action, dairy farmers are facing new requirements after some cows in central and southern Minnesota tested positive. Jun 17
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River Falls "Queer Crawl" brings together residents, small business to celebrate Pride The city of River Falls is more colorful than it's ever been. 2H ago
Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear challenge to Gov. Evers' 400-year school funding veto The Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear a challenge to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' partial veto locking in a school funding increase for the next 400 years. Jun 17
Wisconsin Supreme Court keeps ban on mobile absentee voting sites in place for now The Wisconsin Supreme Court has kept a lower court's ruling banning the use of mobile voting sites in the upcoming presidential election in place for now, a win for Republicans. Jun 12
Americans celebrate Flag Day every year. The holiday started in Wisconsin. Each June, Waubeka, Wisconsin, venerates one of the nation's more enduring symbols with a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans. Jun 12
Police update number of people injured in Madison rooftop shooting to 12 Police now say at least a dozen people were hurt in a shooting at a party in Wisconsin's capital city. More than 25 people were at the party on the roof of a high-rise apartment building in downtown Madison early Sunday when shots were fired. Jun 11
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Initial step to secure first cannabis business licenses in Minnesota begins next week. Here's what you need to know The Office of Cannabis Management is accepting applications to screen in order to determine if they qualify as social equity applicants starting June 24. 2H ago
House candidate in North Dakota files complaints over misleading texts in primary election An attorney for the Republican primary winner for North Dakota's only U.S. House seat has filed complaints with federal authorities regarding text messages that falsely stated Julie Fedorchak had dropped out of the race. 3H ago
GOP senator blocks Democratic bill to ban bump stocks A Republican senator blocked a Democratic-led attempt to pass legislation Tuesday that would have restored a Trump-era ban on bump stocks. 4H ago
Iowa law letting authorities charge people facing deportation blocked for now A federal judge temporarily blocked an Iowa law allowing law enforcement to file charges​ against people with outstanding deportation orders or who'd been denied entry to the U.S. 14H ago
Medical debt won't be reported to credit bureaus under new Minnesota law Minnesota patients facing mounting medical debt could soon catch a break thanks to a new law. Jun 17
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Medical debt won't be reported to credit bureaus under new Minnesota law Minnesota patients facing mounting medical debt could soon catch a break thanks to a new law. Jun 17
It's time to check your sump pump as Minnesota braces for more heavy rainfall Our recent rainy weather has sump pumps working overtime to keep our homes dry. Jun 17
App helps fight summer food insecurity in Minnesota Summer is now in full swing. But when school's out, it can be a really hungry time for Minnesota families. Jun 17
University of Minnesota Regents Approve Biggest Tuition Hike in a Decade During Thursday's Board of Regents meeting, the board at the U of M approved a 4.5% tuition increase for students attending the school's Twin Cities' campus. Jun 14
Who gets Minneapolis' 5-cent bag fee money? Has it made an environmental impact? Bag fees are an attempt to get you to think twice before using one after Minnesota essentially banned a ban on single-use bags seven years ago. It's something more than a dozen other states have done as well. Jun 14
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Nebraska man stabbed victim during Twin Cities carjacking spree, charges say A Nebraska man is accused of stabbing someone during a carjacking spree in the south metro over the weekend. 13M ago
Charges: Minneapolis man killed, set on fire over $2,800 in rent money A 42-year-old from St. Paul has been charged with killing a man before starting a small fire inside the basem*nt of a Minneapolis building over four years ago. 58M ago
Two more players from South Dakota baseball team plead guilty to lesser charge in rape case Three of six South Dakota players from a baseball team made up of high school-aged players who were charged as adults last summer with rape have pleaded guilty to a lesser felony charge. 5H ago
10 more alleged Minneapolis gang members face federal charges as part of violent crime crackdown Federal and state authorities in Minnesota announced charges Tuesday against 10 alleged gang members. updated 7M ago
Man sets woman's car on fire in St. Cloud drive-thru, police say A woman escaped unharmed when a man set her vehicle on fire in a drive-thru in central Minnesota Monday morning, police said. 8H ago
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Princeton woman shares the mental, financial struggles of infertility: "You just lose yourself in the process" The path was murky — fertility specialists all gave her different success rates. But what became clear to Davis was that the IVF process was going to take over her life. 3H ago
What's the best way to measure exercise: Steps or time? Finding the best way to exercise is different from person to person. So too is how they measure progress along the way. 22H ago
Medical debt won't be reported to credit bureaus under new Minnesota law Minnesota patients facing mounting medical debt could soon catch a break thanks to a new law. Jun 17
Minnesota state officials take steps to stop spread of bird flu in cows As poultry farmers take action, dairy farmers are facing new requirements after some cows in central and southern Minnesota tested positive. Jun 17
Anti-abortion group sues to take an abortion rights initiative off South Dakota ballot In its complaint filed Thursday, Life Defense Fund alleged various wrongdoing by the measure's supporters, as well as invalid signatures and fraud. The group seeks to disqualify or invalidate the initiative. Jun 17
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Tape Freaks has been unleashing secret cult cinema gems for more than a decade Since January, Tape Freaks has sold out every show, and it's not slowing down. But what exactly is drawing in these audiences? Something they can't get anywhere else — great, awful, surprising cinema. 7H ago
Justin Timberlake arrested for DWI on Long Island Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday on Long Island, Sag Harbor police said. He was charged with driving while intoxicated. 2H ago
Who won Tony Awards for 2024: full list of winners and nominees See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Tony Awards. Jun 17
Decades after his death, Keith Haring's work returns to Walker Art Center The Walker Art Center is celebrating an artist's return to the Twin Cities. Jun 16
Forget Las Vegas Sphere, Minneapolis' North Loop will soon have "Square" Dubbed Royalston Square, a new event space intends to use projectors to transport visitors to any number of locations — art museums, deep under the sea, and even into outer space. Jun 14
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