Vikings win 21-17 over Browns in London
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison caught a 12-yard touchdown pass from Carson Wentz with 25 seconds left to give Minnesota a 21-17 victory over the Browns.
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The Twin Cities Marathon is this weekend. Here's what you need to know.
Tens of thousands of runners will hit the streets this weekend for the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon.
Golden Valley police chief resigns following investigations
Virgil Green has stepped down as Golden Valley police chief following the results of two investigations into allegations against him, the city said Friday.
Trump urges Gaza peace deal negotiators to "move fast" ahead of Cairo talks
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war.
Man arrested, charged with having Molotov cocktail outside D.C. church
The Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle was celebrating the Red Mass, an annual Mass to mark the start of the U.S. Supreme Court term. There were no justices spotted at Sunday's Mass.
Lakeville baby with heart condition gets surgery in Boston thanks to volunteer pilots
A baby boy from Lakeville, Minnesota needed specialized medical care at a hospital across the country. Thanks to some committed parents and a Midwest nonprofit staffed with volunteer pilots, he made the journey.
Settlement approved for man injured by MPD officer during 2020 protests
The Minneapolis City Council voted last month to approve a $125,000 settlement for a man who claims a police officer severely injured him during a protest following the murder of George Floyd over five years ago.
Off-duty deputy who crashed while under influence of alcohol enters Norgaard plea
An off-duty Washington County, Minnesota, deputy accused of crashing into a car full of children while under the influence of alcohol entered a Norgaard plea.
Oregon judge temporarily blocks deployment of the National Guard to Portland
U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut, a Trump appointee, issued the temporary restraining order, which is set to expire on Oct. 18, according to court records.
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New NOAA satellite launches into space to monitor solar storms
A new National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration satellite is on its way to space after launching from Kennedy Space Center Wednesday morning.
Minnesota's 14 new weather stations to provide farmers with more data
"We're measuring everything between 33 feet above the ground surface to 7 feet below the ground surface," said Jeppe Kjaersgaard, a research scientist with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
How often does Minnesota get a "false fall"?
From Sept. 3 to 7, Minnesota saw temperatures ranging from 11 to 15 degrees below average, with highs barely creeping into the 60s followed by nights in the mid-40s.
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Vikings' Myles Price reflects on first games of NFL career
Myles Price, the Vikings' kick and punt returner, impressed in camp and is now five games into his NFL career.
Federal officials say time is ticking for the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota St
Federal officials say both violated Title IX with their policy on transgender athletes.
NEXT Weather: 5:30 p.m. report for Minnesota on Oct. 5, 2025
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says high temperatures Monday and beyond will be back in the 60s.
How Anoka, Minnesota is kicking off spooky season in style
Anoka held an expo with huge pumpkins, food trucks, vendors and more.
Runners brave the heat for the Twin Cities Marathon
Jason Rantala spoke with runners who dealt with Sunday's less than ideal conditions.
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Vikings win 21-17 over Browns in London
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison caught a 12-yard touchdown pass from Carson Wentz with 25 seconds left to give Minnesota a 21-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Ohio State defeats Minnesota 42-3
Julian Sayin passed for 326 yards and three touchdowns as top-ranked Ohio State beats Minnesota 42-3 on Saturday night.
Napheesa Collier cancels meeting with WNBA Commissioner Engelbert: AP source
Minnesota forward Napheesa Collier canceled a meeting with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert expected to take place next week, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday night.
Vikings place Ryan Kelly on injured reserve with concussion
The Minnesota Vikings placed center Ryan Kelly on injured reserve after he sustained his second concussion of the season in last week's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
How to watch Browns vs. Vikings game for NFL Week 5
The Minnesota Vikings take on the Cleveland Browns at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday. There are a number of ways fans can watch and stream Sunday's game.
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How do you clean earbuds and headphones?
It's common nowadays to wear something in or over your ears to listen to music, a podcast or talk on the phone. Some people use them for hours on end every single day.
Is your pet's mouth really cleaner than your own?
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield finds out if there is "ick" in the licks.
Here's how the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul got their names
The Twin Cities each have a unique personality, pace, and history. But in the mid-1800s, both were still searching for what to call their communities.
What happens when you select "report junk" for texts and emails?
Junk mail has a new meaning nowadays. Rather than filling an actual mailbox, people are getting bombarded with texts and emails they never asked for.
Beef prices are up 14% in the last year. What's behind the price jump?
A key ingredient for the quintessential Minnesota hot dish recipe keeps going higher and higher in price, giving people sticker shock at butcher shops and grocery stores.
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Community steps up to help as Milton's in Crystal faces closure
When the news broke that Milton's would be closing, many longtime patrons were stunned.
Street Justice Ministry travels around metro to help people in need
Kelly Kunz began what she calls "Street Justice Ministry" months ago, buying a bus and using it to give essentials to those on the streets.
Former network news producer writes memoir detailing life in Minnesota, Manhattan
A 90-year-old former network producer is sharing her life lessons in a book, detailing her upbringing from a farm in Minnesota to Manhattan and back.
Love Your Melon relaunches with new line of beanies
Love Your Melon began with beanies and a mission to fight childhood cancer. Now, one of its founders is bringing it all back with a bold new vision.
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Every new food, drink and vendor at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
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.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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.
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Settlement approved for man injured by MPD officer during 2020 protests
The Minneapolis City Council voted last month to approve a $125,000 settlement for a man who claims a police officer severely injured him during a protest following the murder of George Floyd over five years ago.
Off-duty deputy who crashed while under influence of alcohol enters Norgaard plea
An off-duty Washington County, Minnesota, deputy accused of crashing into a car full of children while under the influence of alcohol entered a Norgaard plea.
Ex-leader of faith-based org pleads guilty to having child sex abuse material
The former executive director of a faith-based addiction organization in the Twin Cities pleaded guilty to three counts of possessing child sexual abuse materials.
Man charged with arson, murder for deadly NE Mpls duplex fire
A 41-year-old man is accused of purposefully starting a fire at a northeast Minneapolis duplex that killed his friend late last month.
Man seriously injured in shooting near downtown strip club, police say
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting that severely injured a man early Sunday morning after a fight at a downtown strip club.
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Bystanders rescue driver from northern Minnesota vehicle fire
Authorities say bystanders were able to pull a person out of a burning vehicle near Ely, Minnesota, on Friday.
Regulators approve disputed takeover of Minnesota Power by investment group
Minnesota regulators have approved the takeover of Minnesota Power by an investment group, despite opposition from the state attorney general and consumer advocates.
Activist Omar Jamal to speaks out about being detained by ICE
Somali-American community activist Omar Jamal will speak on Friday about his time being detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement and held in a jail in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Grandma's Marathon 2026 sells out in record time
The biggest marathon in Minnesota is hitting a major milestone next summer.
Austin police search for suspect who robbed store at gunpoint
Authorities in Austin, Minnesota, are searching for a man who robbed a convenience store at gunpoint on Wednesday.
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Video involving Wisconsin fatal shooting uploaded to Snapchat, sheriff says
One person is dead after a shooting in western Wisconsin on Wednesday and two others are injured, including the suspected shooter.
Trollhaugen's 'snow scientists' working to put snow on the ground for Rail Jam
Trollhaugen in Dresser, Wisconsin, piled up a bunch of the white stuff back in March in hopes of using it for their 20th anniversary Rail Jam this weekend.
Wisconsin appeals court judge Maria Lazar running for state Supreme Court
A conservative Wisconsin appeals court judge announced Wednesday she is running for an open seat on the battleground state's Supreme Court, promising to stop the politicization of the courts after record-high spending in the last race fueled by billionaires Elon Musk and George Soros.
Endangered whooping crane dies of bird flu at Wisconsin wildlife refuge
The International Crane Foundation announced Monday that Ducky, an endangered female whooping crane the foundation planned to release into the wilds of Wisconsin this fall, died on Thursday after becoming infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, a strain of avian flu.
Former teacher pleads guilty to sexual misconduct, child enticement
Madison Bergmann resigned from her position as a fifth-grade teacher at River Crest Elementary School in Hudson, Wisconsin, in May last year after the 11-year-old victim's parents discovered concerning texts between the two.
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Trump urges Gaza peace deal negotiators to "move fast" ahead of Cairo talks
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war.
Johnson, Schumer accuse each other of not being serious in shutdown negotiations
Congressional leaders traded blame for the government shutdown on Sunday as the stalemate over how to reopen the government stretched into another week without progress on negotiations.
What to know about Jazz Hampton, candidate for Minneapolis mayor
There are 15 candidates running for mayor of Minneapolis. The four candidates that have raised the most money are Mayor Jacob Frey, State Sen. Omar Fateh, Rev. DeWayne Davis and Jazz Hampton. Hampton talks with Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
Meet St. Paul mayoral candidate Kaohly Vang Her
There are five candidates who are running for Mayor of St. Paul. Of those, three have engaged in some serious fundraising. That includes the incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, biophysicist Yan Chen and State Rep. Kaohly Her. Her joined Esme Murphy on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
CBS News poll finds few feel shutdown is worth it
Americans are concerned about the effect of the shutdown on the economy, amid unease about jobs and inflation.
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Dangerous Man Brewing Co. making a return, with beer in stores soon
A beloved Minnesota brewery that closed its taproom in 2023 and ceased operations completely earlier this year is set to make a return.
Owamni, award-winning Mpls. restaurant, relocating to Guthrie Theater
Owamni, a decorated Indigenous restaurant that sits along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, is relocating — but it's not going far.
How do you clean earbuds and headphones?
It's common nowadays to wear something in or over your ears to listen to music, a podcast or talk on the phone. Some people use them for hours on end every single day.
Businesses say Shakopee Social District isn't bringing in crowds
A new initiative is letting people bring open alcoholic drinks onto the streets of Shakopee and inside participating businesses. But it's getting mixed reviews one month in.
4 more turkey farms in Minnesota hit by bird flu
Avian influenza has been found in flocks at four more turkey farms in Minnesota, according to animal health officials. This comes mere weeks after officials last reported the spread of the disease.
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Man arrested, charged with having Molotov cocktail outside D.C. church
The Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle was celebrating the Red Mass, an annual Mass to mark the start of the U.S. Supreme Court term. There were no justices spotted at Sunday's Mass.
Off-duty deputy who crashed while under influence of alcohol enters Norgaard plea
An off-duty Washington County, Minnesota, deputy accused of crashing into a car full of children while under the influence of alcohol entered a Norgaard plea.
Ex-leader of faith-based org pleads guilty to having child sex abuse material
The former executive director of a faith-based addiction organization in the Twin Cities pleaded guilty to three counts of possessing child sexual abuse materials.
Man charged with arson, murder for deadly NE Mpls duplex fire
A 41-year-old man is accused of purposefully starting a fire at a northeast Minneapolis duplex that killed his friend late last month.
Man pleads guilty to attempting to join Islamic State group
A Minnesota man accused of trying to join the Islamic State group pleaded guilty Monday to attempting to provide material support and resources to a designated foreign terrorist organization.
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Lakeville baby with heart condition gets surgery in Boston thanks to volunteer pilots
A baby boy from Lakeville, Minnesota needed specialized medical care at a hospital across the country. Thanks to some committed parents and a Midwest nonprofit staffed with volunteer pilots, he made the journey.
Minneapolis author aiming to help people battling drug addiction with book
Abdirahman Warsame of Minneapolis once felt alone in his fentanyl addiction. He hopes his personal story resonates with those battling an addiction that has silenced them.
AED placed in Hastings bar in honor of slain law clerk helps save life
A man's life was saved at a Hastings, Minnesota, bar, thanks to an off-duty paramedic and an automatic external defibrillator.
What's contributing to Minnesota's declining population?
Did you know that Minnesota is getting older, we are earning less money on average, we are dramatically more diverse, and we are having dramatically fewer babies. In this edition of Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with the state demographer.
Measles case reported in Minneapolis school; 9 other cases reported this week
Nearly a dozen new cases of measles have been reported this week to the Minnesota Department of Health, which includes one case involving a student at a Minneapolis school.
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Conrad Sverkerson, First Avenue's longtime stage manager, dies
Staff at legendary Minneapolis music venues First Avenue and 7th St Entry are mourning the death of Conrad Sverkerson, the clubs' longtime stage manager.
Ramen trend inspired by "KPop Demon Hunters" causing burns, doctors warn
Doctors are warning of a food trend inspired by the popular Netflix movie "KPop Demon Hunters" that is leading to serious burn injuries.
Family the theme of 8th season for theatre company focused on older actors
In a city filled with stages, two women saw a glaring absence and turned it into a powerful presence.
Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show
The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Bad Bunny will lead the 2026 Super Bowl halftime festivities at Levi's Stadium on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California.
Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez married Benny Blanco, the music producer and songwriter to whom she'd been engaged since last year. Gomez shared photos from the ceremony on social media.