Tornado warnings in Minnesota, Wisconsin amid Thursday's severe storms
The threat of tornadoes looms over much of Minnesota Thursday as severe storms blow across the state and into western Wisconsin.
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Shelter-in-place order issued in Lakeville, FEMA says
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says a shelter-in-place order is in effect south of the Twin Cities Thursday.
Minnesota to close Stillwater correctional facility by 2029
The facility houses 1,100 inmates and employs roughly 560 people, but the operational costs of the 111-year-old building have become "untenable," Gov. Tim Walz said.
Minnesota leaders reach budget agreement days before session's end
Minnesota lawmakers have come to a budget agreement just days before the end of the session.
Minnesota wildfire interactive maps show how far infernos have spread
Three massive, out of control wildfires continue to rage north of Duluth in northeastern Minnesota, as near critical fire weather conditions continue to plague the region, according to the National Weather Service.
What causes birthmarks? Doctors have been stumped by their origins for years
What causes birthmarks? They're often harmless, but their origins have puzzled doctors for years. More than 10 % of babies are born with some kind of birthmark.
Woman living with Lyme disease shares advice for suffers
While outside this spring, it's easy to forget about a small biting inconvenience. But May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Lyme disease, its symptoms and the importance of tick bite prevention.
Timberwolves head to Western Conference finals: What we know so far
The Minnesota Timberwolves are headed back to the Western Conference finals for a second straight season, a feat the franchise has never before achieved.
Minnesota fallen officers memorialized during National Police Week
Several Minnesota police officers killed in the line of duty will be memorialized in Washington D.C. as part of National Police Week.
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More than 30,000 acres have burned in northern Minnesota
The Jenkins Creek and Camp House fires have now charred an area the same size as the city of Minneapolis. That's more than 30,000 acres.
Donations pour in for northern Minnesota wildfire relief
As wildfires continue to burn across northeastern Minnesota, many people are wanting to help those affected. Food, water, and supply donations have been pouring in.
Video shows Wisconsin students on bus with what appears to be a funnel cloud in distance
Several social media videos are making the rounds showing kids on a Wisconsin school bus during Thursday's tornado warning.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. weather report for Thursday, May 15, 2025
We dry out overnight. Rain returns Friday, but we will see scattered showers. Things cool down for the next couple of days with temps below average, lingering in the 60s. Chris Shaffer breaks it all down.
What are birthmarks? And how do we get them?
What exactly are birthmarks? Good Question!
Part of the budget deal could include closing Stillwater Prison
Stillwater Prison could close, however guards and employees of the prison are upset over the decision.
The Jenkins Fire is moving towards Hoyt Lakes, residents preparing to evacuate
The fires up north continue to burn, the Jenkins Fire is moving towards Hoyt Lakes. Gov. Walz is headed up north to tour the damage on Friday.
The Jenkins Creek Fire is moving towards Hoyt Lakes, residents preparing to evacuate
The fires up north continue to burn, the Jenkins Creek Fire is moving towards Hoyt Lakes. Gov. Walz is headed up north to tour the damage on Friday.
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Twins extend winning streak to 11 games with win over Orioles
DaShawn Keirsey Jr. and Byron Buxton hit Minnesota's first back-to-back homers this season, Chris Paddack pitched seven shutout innings and the Twins extended their winning streak to 11 games with a 4-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Twins' Correa, Buxton placed in concussion protocol after collision
Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa and center fielder Byron Buxton have been placed in the concussion protocol after colliding in the outfield in Baltimore.
How a Minneapolis teacher is providing opportunities for local hoopers
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
Timberwolves head to Western Conference finals: What we know so far
The Minnesota Timberwolves are headed back to the Western Conference finals for a second straight season, a feat the franchise has never before achieved.
Wolves reach Western Conference finals for 2nd straight year
Julius Randle scored 29 points on 13-for-18 shooting to send the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Western Conference finals for the second straight time with a 121-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
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What causes birthmarks? Doctors have been stumped by their origins for years
What causes birthmarks? They're often harmless, but their origins have puzzled doctors for years. More than 10 % of babies are born with some kind of birthmark.
What defines a heat wave?
Minnesota is in the midst of a sizzling stretch of summer-like weather. Something unique for this time of year.
What is the safest way to remember your password?
Has this happened to you: You make a new password, but then you forget it. So, you reset it. But soon you forget that password as well, starting painful loop of repeatedly making new passwords that you struggle to remember.
What's the windiest month in Minnesota?
If it's felt pretty breezy lately, you're not imagining it. Spring and fall tend to be Minnesota's windier seasons.
What should you eat when you're feeling sick?
"Often times when our body is fighting off any sort of illness or infection, our nutritional needs become elevated," explained Sarah Harbeck, a registered and licensed dietician at M Health Fairview.
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Minnesota artist proves age is just a number and passion lasts a lifetime
A dream 62 years in the making, local artist Don Grandbois finally gets to show off his talents at an art show curated by his great niece.
Minnesota woman shows resilience after scary medical diagnosis
From healthy to heart failure, Nancy Rajanen's thirst for life and travel helps get her through a difficult medical diagnosis.
Minnesota father-daughter duo create unique handmade lures
The fishing opener is two days away, and a father and daughter in St. Cloud are doing what they can to make sure Minnesotans catch more fish.
Minnesota woman creates app that celebrates motherhood
A Minnetonka woman is on a mission to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood: the sleepless nights, caring for a sick kiddo and the tantrum survival.
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Gallery: Vietnam through the lens of Arthur Phillips Sr.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
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.
Gallery: The new Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum is under construction just outside of Camp Ripley in Little Falls. Set to open in late 2026, the $40 million, first-of-its-kind project in the nation will be eight times the size of the existing museum. It will honor not only Minnesota's service members and their sacrifices, but the refugee experience as well. Watch and read more in Pauleen Le's series "Vietnam 50 Years Later: Reflections on a War that Changed Minnesota."
Minnesota severe weather gallery: April 28, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and many more severe thunderstorm warnings throughout wide swaths of southern and central Minnesota Monday afternoon.
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Brooklyn Park police need help finding missing 36-year-old man
The Brooklyn Park Police Department are asking for help in finding a missing man.
Los Lobos to play the Bandshell at the Minnesota State Fair
Los Lobos will make an appearance at the Great Minnesota Get Together on Aug. 25 & 26.
Minnesota artist proves age is just a number and passion lasts a lifetime
A dream 62 years in the making, local artist Don Grandbois finally gets to show off his talents at an art show curated by his great niece.
Thousands of Minnesotans left without power amid Thursday's severe weather
At least 18,000 Xcel customers are dealing with power outages as severe weather moved through the state Thursday afternoon.
Shelter-in-place order lifted in Lakeville after suspect search
A shelter-in-place order has been lifted south of the Twin Cities after a police search for a suspect, according to officials.
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More than 30,000 acres have burned in northern Minnesota
The Jenkins Creek and Camp House fires have now charred an area the same size as the city of Minneapolis. That's more than 30,000 acres.
Donations pour in for northern Minnesota wildfire relief
As wildfires continue to burn across northeastern Minnesota, many people are wanting to help those affected. Food, water, and supply donations have been pouring in.
Ducklings spotted in DNR's EagleCam nest
A mallard who commandeered a nest featured on Minnesota's EagleCam now has company in the pilfered dwelling.
Minnesota National Guard "honored" to aid in wildfire battle
The grim fight against the northeastern Minnesota wildfires continue on Thursday, with hundreds of evacuations and thousands of acres destroyed.
How a small bug is fueling the flames of the northland wildfires
The region has been experiencing a spruce budworm outbreak, DNR officials say. The native bugs are about an inch long, but they can gather in the thousands to feed primarily on balsam firs.
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Video shows Wisconsin students on bus with what appears to be a funnel cloud in distance
Several social media videos are making the rounds showing kids on a Wisconsin school bus during Thursday's tornado warning.
Mother's Day apartment fire in Milwaukee kills 4
Authorities say four people are dead and four others were critically injured after a Mother's Day at an Milwaukee apartment building fire.
Wisconsin father charged for school shooting by daughter in Madison
A court commissioner has set a $20,000 bail for the father of a Wisconsin school shooter charged with allowing her access to guns.
Dems ask Wis. Supreme Court to toss state's congressional boundaries
Democratic voters in Wisconsin have asked the state's liberal-controlled Supreme Court to throw out the battleground state's current congressional district boundaries after a similar request was rejected last year.
Wisconsin GOP kills marijuana legalization, tax hikes for millionaires
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have voted to kill most of the top spending priorities of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
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One woman's Lyme disease went misdiagnosed for years
A woman with Lyme disease went misdiagnosed for over a decade.
One of Minnesota’s largest prisons will close as part of state budget deal
The state plans to move inmates from the Stillwater prison to other sites. Employee unions are pushing back against the plan.
Minnesota leaders reach budget agreement days before session's end
Leaders in a divided Minnesota Legislature and Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday announced a roughly $66 billion budget deal to fund the government and its services.
Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan enters not guilty plea on obstruction charges
The FBI accused Hannah Dugan of allegedly helping a man evade immigration authorities during a federal law enforcement operation at her courthouse.
Minnesota lawmakers likely headed for special session
On Wednesday, key Minnesota lawmakers conceded they likely won't beat the clock with just five days left in the legislative session. Caroline Cummings reports on the impact, and what the final few days could look like.
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More people are shopping resale than ever before — here's why
More people than ever are shopping resale and that number is only expected to grow this year.
Minnesota small businesses struggling to "survive the tariff crisis"
Import taxes on Chinese goods are up to 145%. As trade talks are on the horizon. Minnesota-made companies are feeling the pressure.
St. Paul City Council approves more changes to rent control ordinance
More changes are coming to St. Paul's rent control ordinance after a lengthy debate and divisive vote in the City Council.
Isle business owner concerned as Trump's tariffs cause material costs to spike
"In January, when we were going to ship, all of a sudden the tariffs happened. I couldn't afford to have them shipped here — I wouldn't have any profit left," said Linda Dahlen.
Real ID finally lands in Minnesota. What you need to know.
After years of delays, the deadline to have a Real ID to fly arrives on Wednesday. But Minnesota officials say only 42% of Minnesotans have updated their driver's licenses.
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Minnesota to close Stillwater correctional facility by 2029
The facility houses 1,100 inmates and employs roughly 560 people, but the operational costs of the 111-year-old building have become "untenable," Gov. Tim Walz said.
Minnesota fallen officers memorialized during National Police Week
Several Minnesota police officers killed in the line of duty will be memorialized in Washington D.C. as part of National Police Week.
Woman "faked" violent Twin Cities robbery to obtain U visa, police say
Bloomington Police say two people staged a violent robbery to change their immigration status.
Boy's fatal shooting in Willmar was not random, police say
The fatal shooting of a boy in central Minnesota on Monday night was likely targeted, police say.
Richfield school staff member arrested after misconduct allegation
A staff member at a Twin Cities middle school was arrested Tuesday after allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student, according to school officials and law enforcement.
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Woman living with Lyme disease shares advice for suffers
While outside this spring, it's easy to forget about a small biting inconvenience. But May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Lyme disease, its symptoms and the importance of tick bite prevention.
Minnesota's suicide rates remain unchanged, says the State Department of Health
The Minnesota Department of Health says the state's suicide rate remained unchanged last year compared to the year before.
Veterans Affairs secretary visits Minneapolis VA hospital
Secretary Doug Collins dismissed concerns about the Trump administration's sweeping proposed cuts.
Minnesota mom launches allergy-safe meal company
Like every parent, Angie Nelson wanted to do the best for her kids. When she and her husband learned at six months at their first child Liam had four of the top nine food allergies, it lit a fire.
City council approves final design for new hospital in Stillwater
The Stillwater City Council approved final designs and plans for a new HealthPartners Lakeview Hospital on Tuesday.
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Robert Benton, prolific filmmaker known for "Bonnie and Clyde," dies at 92
During a 40-year screen career, Robert Benton received six Oscar nominations and won three times.
Willie Nelson's Farm Aid comes to Minneapolis this fall
An annual benefit concert for family farmers — featuring performances from Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and others — is coming to Minnesota for the first time ever.
WCCO launches daily news podcast "4 Things to Know"
Starting Monday, Minnesotans have a new way to stay connected to news that is impacting them.
Actor Michael Pitt, know for "Boardwalk Empire," arrested on sex abuse charges
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
How Trump's NEA grant cuts could impact Twin Cities theaters
A real-life financial drama is playing out at several Twin Cities theaters as the Trump administration says it's pulling National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants to fund projects that reflect "creativity as prioritized by the President" instead.