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Twin Cities News

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What would happen if Gov. Tim Walz became Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate? Minnesota has produced two vice presidents in U.S. history: Hubert Humphrey and Walter Mondale. 9H ago
Good Samaritan says he relied on paramedic training during rescue on Lake Marion Erick Macias jumped into the water and saved a 19-year-old man, the sheriff's office said, but the other man went underwater and did not resurface. 10H ago
Blue-green algae advisory issued for Lake Nokomis Swimmers are being warned to stay away from a popular Twin Cities lake ahead of a hot and humid weekend. 12H ago
Billboards hope to shine light on missing Indigenous people in Minnesota The Minnesota Department of Public Safety unveiled a new series of billboards meant to raise awareness about missing Indigenous relatives in the state. 13H ago
3M Open offering unique fan experiences by combining golf and science Walking into The Lab next to the 18th hole at TPC Twin Cities, you'll forget you're even on a golf course. 13H ago
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Greater Minnesota News

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Dangerous synthetic drugs are changing the way some Minnesota prisons are processing mail Contraband isn't new to prisons, but investigators are warning that Minnesota's prison system is being inundated by mail laced with synthetic opioids. It's such a problem that some Minnesota prisons are changing their mailroom protocols. 9H ago
What would happen if Gov. Tim Walz became Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate? Minnesota has produced two vice presidents in U.S. history: Hubert Humphrey and Walter Mondale. 9H ago
Sartell man, 38, killed in Waite Park construction accident Police in central Minnesota say a man died after part of a crane fell on him Tuesday morning at a construction site. 12H ago
Billboards hope to shine light on missing Indigenous people in Minnesota The Minnesota Department of Public Safety unveiled a new series of billboards meant to raise awareness about missing Indigenous relatives in the state. 13H ago
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan tells those seeking abortions "you are welcome here" As Iowa prepares to enact one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, elected officials in Minnesota are ensuring out of state abortion seekers they are welcome to visit and access services. 14H ago
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Goin' to the Lake: Chris Shaffer and Joseph Dames are in Shell Lake WCCO's next Goin' to the Lake begins Thursday as Chris Shaffer and Joseph Dames head to Shell Lake, Wisconsin. 9H ago
Climate change could drive loons out of Minnesota and Wisconsin, scientist warns A scientist warns that the effects of climate change could ultimately drive Minnesota's state bird out of the state entirely. Jul 22
Sheriff: Man ran stop sign, had not been wearing seat belt in deadly Wisconsin crash The Dunn County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened around 10:46 a.m. at 710th Street and 240th Avenue in Spring Brook. Jul 18
Wisconsin mother-daughter farming duo using regenerative agriculture to improve land, cattle health A group of farmers is changing how they use their land by working with nature to improve their animal's health, along with the soil and water. Jul 17
Panel recommends removing ex-chancellor from Wisconsin college faculty post for making p*rn videos A faculty committee has recommended that a former chancellor of the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse be removed from his tenured position over his involvement in adult entertainment. Jul 15
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Community Journalism

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Minneapolis city, community leaders say new ordinance aims to decrease number of vacant, hazardous buildings City and community leaders in Minneapolis on Monday detailed an ordinance that they hope will reduce the amount of hazardous vacant buildings. Jul 22
Ukrainian medical student training with U of M to bring help back to home country Lisa Ishchenko is in the U.S. for the first time – away from her family, away from her life as a medical student, away from the war that still makes itself known daily in her home country of Ukraine. Jul 21
Girls flag football is gaining traction in Minnesota, thanks in part to the Vikings The Minnesota Vikings are sponsoring girls flag football leagues across the state in an effort to give everyone a chance to play the game. Jul 18
Portion of Plymouth Avenue to be renamed to "Spike Moss Way," honoring civil rights activist Spike Moss spent decades fighting for his community, much of that time along Plymouth Avenue. Jul 13
MACV unveils Arlington House, with 10 units for veterans experiencing homelessness Veterans who had been living on the street now have a new home in St. Paul as part of the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans' effort to end homelessness. Jul 9
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Politics

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Politics Obama officially endorses Harris for president Momentum is building for Vice President Kamala Harris barely a week into her campaign. 2H ago 03:07
What would happen if Gov. Tim Walz became Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate? Minnesota has produced two vice presidents in U.S. history: Hubert Humphrey and Walter Mondale. 9H ago
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan tells those seeking abortions "you are welcome here" As Iowa prepares to enact one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, elected officials in Minnesota are ensuring out of state abortion seekers they are welcome to visit and access services. 14H ago
Despite Trump claim and 2020 tweet showing support, Harris never donated to Minnesota Freedom Fund Former President Donald Trump is using a 2022 Minnesota murder case to attack Vice President Kamala Harris. 11H ago
Trump falsely accuses VP Harris of donating to Minnesota Freedom Fund Trump claimed that Harris helped bail out a man who then went on to murder a man on a St. Paul train platform. While parts of Trump’s statement are true, other portions of it are misleading. 15H ago 01:57
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Consumer News

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Delta flight canceled? Here's how to get your money back post-CrowdStrike meltdown Days after the massive IT meltdown that led to thousands of canceled flights across the United States, Delta Air Lines says normal operations should finally resume on Thursday. Jul 25
Delta fliers at MSP Airport still frustrated, despite matters improving Fewer Delta passengers are fighting to find a flight Wednesday. You can see the difference at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport as the carrier's CEO says the airline has largely recovered from the outsized impact it experienced from last week's CrowdStrike outage. Jul 24
As Delta cancellations continue, here are your passenger rights As Delta Air Lines works to get back on track after it canceled hundreds of flights over the weekend, customers are left wondering how they can get reimbursed if they are left stranded at the airport. Jul 23
Days after CrowdStrike outage, North Carolina woman still stuck at MSP Airport A North Carolina woman is still trying to get home after last week's CrowdStrike outage waylaid her at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Jul 22
MSP Airport flights, Metro Transit and some government agencies affected by global Microsoft outage The global Microsoft outage is causing mass flight cancellations and delays nationwide Friday, including at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Jul 19
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Crime News

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Dangerous synthetic drugs are changing the way some Minnesota prisons are processing mail Contraband isn't new to prisons, but investigators are warning that Minnesota's prison system is being inundated by mail laced with synthetic opioids. It's such a problem that some Minnesota prisons are changing their mailroom protocols. 9H ago
Billboards hope to shine light on missing Indigenous people in Minnesota The Minnesota Department of Public Safety unveiled a new series of billboards meant to raise awareness about missing Indigenous relatives in the state. 13H ago
Family says 3-year-old won't survive after Brooklyn Park dog attack An online fundraiser for the Allen family said, "It is with heavy hearts Chuck, Tasha and Christian would like to let everyone know they're in the process with Life Source for Covil Lee donating his organs." 14H ago
Man shot in south Minneapolis has life-threatening injury, police say A man who was shot in south Minneapolis Thursday afternoon may not survive, police said. 14H ago
2 charged after man's body found inside north Minneapolis shed Police discovered 70-year-old Michael Riccio's remains inside a shed at a home on the northside last week, according to the Dakota County Attorney's Office. 18H ago
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Health News

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Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan tells those seeking abortions "you are welcome here" As Iowa prepares to enact one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, elected officials in Minnesota are ensuring out of state abortion seekers they are welcome to visit and access services. 14H ago
Measles confirmed in 3 unvaccinated Twin Cities children, health department says Three children in the Twin Cities were confirmed to have measles this week, and two of them required hospitalization, health officials said. 17H ago
Spokes Fighting Strokes bringing adaptive cycling across the country, with stop in Minnesota Nineteen years ago, Dan Zimmerman's life changed forever. A stroke left his outlook grim. Now, he is the founder of Spokes Fighting Strokes, a nonprofit spreading awareness about the benefits of adaptive cycling. Jul 24
What is swimmer's itch and how do you treat it? Kids can find all sorts of things in the water, but it's what you can't see that can stick with swimmers once they get out. Jul 23
Iowa law banning most abortions after 6 weeks of pregnancy takes effect Monday Iowa's strict abortion law will take effect Monday, banning most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy and before many women know they are pregnant. Jul 23
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Entertainment News

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"Kamala IS brat": Celebrities endorse Harris for president Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States. Jul 23
Minneapolis out of the running to host Sundance Film Festival Organizers were looking for a new location that had the infrastructure to host the festival and support its growth. Jul 19
Bob Newhart, star of "The Bob Newhart Show," dies at age 94 Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94. Jul 18
Crews work to transform Harriet Island for Minnesota Yacht Club Festival From major floods to a major festival — work is underway to transform St. Paul's Harriet Island into an oasis for festivalgoers. Jul 17
MC Lyte, Rakim to headline St. Paul's 2024 Rondo Days celebration Minnesota's largest Black-sponsored festival will ring in its 42nd year this weekend with performances from two of hip hop's most legendary artists. Jul 17
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Sports News

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Vikings DC Brian Flores still gets a pit in his stomach when thinking about Khyree Jackson The Minnesota Vikings still harbor heavy thoughts about Khyree Jackson. 9H ago
3M Open offering unique fan experiences by combining golf and science Walking into The Lab next to the 18th hole at TPC Twin Cities, you'll forget you're even on a golf course. 13H ago
After Mekhi Blackmon's injury, could Minnesota Vikings sign another cornerback? The Minnesota Vikings' already sparse cornerback room got a little more barren Wednesday when Mekhi Blackmon went down with an injury. 19H ago
Vikings' WR Jordan Addison addresses DUI arrest as training camp begins Addison, after walking off the fields following the first full-team practice Wednesday afternoon, said he'd been advised by his attorney and agent not to address specific details about his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence earlier this month in California. 21H ago
Max Kepler's infield single in the 9th gives Twins a 5-4, walk-off win over the NL-leading Phillies Max Kepler's infield single drove in the winning run with one out in the ninth inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a series-clinching 5-4 win over Philadelphia Phillies. Jul 24
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Talking Points

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What's next for Minnesota voters as the presidential race hits reset An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race. Jul 24
With Biden out of the race and Harris in, here’s what voters can expect next (part 2) An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race. Jul 24 11:07
With Biden out of the race and Harris in, here’s what voters can expect next (part 3) An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race. Jul 24 06:10
With Biden out of the race and Harris in, here's what voters can expect next (part 1) An unprecedented race takes another dramatic turn as President Biden drops from the race and Vice President Kamala Harris seemingly sets in his place. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy dives deeper into the shifting race. Jul 24 07:02
Republicans taking unusual route in race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar There has been so much attention on the developments with the presidential candidates that some local races have not gotten as much attention. Jul 21
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Finding Minnesota

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Spirit Mountain's alpine coaster offers thrills and beautiful views of Lake Superior Summer is roller coaster season in Minnesota. And there's one up north that provides a different kind of experience. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how pure gravity fuels the Timber Twister. Jul 24
Classic car museum near Buffalo keeps pieces of history out of the junkyard Instead of watching old, classic cars leave the state, a museum in Wright County is trying to keep them around at the Veit Museum near Buffalo. Jul 10
This unique sport keeps a small Minnesota town connected When Belgian immigrants settled in Ghent, they brought along rolle bolle — a sport that's sort of a cross between curling and lawn bowling — but you don't play with a ball, you play with a bolle. Jul 3
How a northern Minnesota town became known as the "Home of Bigfoot" The town of Remer is surrounded by hundreds of acres of woods and marshes. A perfect place for squirrels, deer, bears and maybe even Bigfoot. Jun 27
Knapp's Cave in Scandia isn't just a beautiful kayaking spot — it has a rich history too Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River. May 29
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Good Question

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What is swimmer's itch and how do you treat it? Kids can find all sorts of things in the water, but it's what you can't see that can stick with swimmers once they get out. Jul 23
Is it possible to get too much sun? How can you know what's enough? It's the height of July and primetime in America for swimming, fishing and, in some cases, sunburns. This is the time of year when it's easy to get too much sun. Jul 22
Do energy drinks cause heart issues? Energy drinks have been around since the 1940s, and in recent years, they've become all the buzz — especially with young people. But studies have shown they may not be as popular with our hearts. Jul 18
Why do mosquitoes buzz? The sounds of summer wouldn't be complete without the familiar tune of mosquitoes buzzing. But did you ever wonder: Why do mosquitoes buzz? Good Question. Jul 17
Why does it hurt so much to hit your funny bone? The funny bone is anything but funny. So why does it hurt so bad when it gets hit? It turns out there's a "humerus" answer. Jul 15
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Latest Galleries

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New food, drinks and vendors for 2024 Minnesota State Fair The Minnesota State Fair has announced its new offerings for 2024, and they include plenty of fried foods, plenty of dairy, and plenty of sweet corn. See the full roster of new items here. Jul 9 40 photos
Gallery: Twin Cities Pride celebrates 50 years Thousands lined the streets of Hennepin Avenue on Sunday for the Twin Cities Pride Parade. Jun 30 9 photos
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
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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Weather

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Weather NEXT Weather: 7 a.m. forecast from July 26, 2024 Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says highs will reach the upper 80s on Friday and approach 90 again this weekend. 1H ago 03:16
What is Next Weather? In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next. Jun 10, 2022
Hot Friday in the Twin Cities, hotter weekend ahead Highs reach the upper 80s on Friday in the Twin Cities and approach 90 again this weekend, with heat index values closer to 100. 1H ago
NEXT Weather: 5 a.m. forecast from July 26, 2024 Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says highs will reach the upper 80s on Friday and approach 90 again this weekend. 3H ago 03:42
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on July 25, 2024 WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says heat and humidity will be returning for the weekend. 10H ago 02:44
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Latest Videos

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Latest Videos Minneapolis park board, striking workers reach tentative deal The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and its workers have reached a tentative agreement after a three-week strike, according to LIUNA Local 363. 53M ago 00:33
Paris on high alert after train attacks ahead of Olympics Olympics organizers say attacks on France’s railways won't stop the opening ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics, which kicks off on Friday night. 1H ago 03:53
NEXT Weather: 7 a.m. forecast from July 26, 2024 Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says highs will reach the upper 80s on Friday and approach 90 again this weekend. 1H ago 03:16
Obama officially endorses Harris for president Momentum is building for Vice President Kamala Harris barely a week into her campaign. 2H ago 03:07
NEXT Weather: 5 a.m. forecast from July 26, 2024 Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says highs will reach the upper 80s on Friday and approach 90 again this weekend. 3H ago 03:42
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