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Minnesota lawmakers avert government shutdown by passing budget
Lawmakers secured a state budget in overtime, working through the early morning hours.
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Lawmakers secured a state budget in overtime, working through the early morning hours.
Former Minnesota State Sen. Justin Eichorn has filed a motion to dismiss a federal charge stemming from an arrest in an underage prostitution sting earlier this year, with his legal team arguing he is being targeted by "selective prosecution."
One of Hegseth's top deputies testified Tuesday that the estimated cost of deploying the National Guard to Los Angeles will be $134 million.
The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse.
Tuesday is the fifth day of protests in California amid a growing war of words between Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom and Republican President Trump.
The Anoka County Sheriff say a body pulled from the Mississippi River this weekend is not a missing Twin Cities teen, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Minnesota lawmakers worked through the night to finish work on a $66 billion budget and avoid a state government shutdown.
The Minnesota Legislature approved the remaining pieces of the next state budget overnight Tuesday during a special session that lasted less than a day, after lawmakers failed to complete their work in May.
It's boating season in Minnesota, and a new law meant to make our lakes safer might impact you as soon as next month.
Minnesota lawmakers spent nearly the entire day Monday working to pass the next two-year state budget. Caroline Cummings shows where the House and Senate stand as of 10 p.m.
Almost 5,000 National Guard troops and Marines have been assigned to Los Angeles — drawing stiff rebukes from state officials.
The change was a sticking point during negotiations between Democrats and Republicans, for whom repealing that law was a top priority in the divided Legislature.
Los Angeles is bracing for what could be a fourth day of immigration clashes. The protest has stayed peaceful, but law enforcement is still present. Danya Bacchus has the latest.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
The military has put about 700 Marines on high alert to possibly deploy to Los Angeles, three U.S. officials told CBS News, two days after Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said they could be sent to the city "if violence continues."
Lawmakers worked through the night to finish work on a $66 billion budget, avoiding a state government shutdown.
Former Minnesota State Sen. Justin Eichorn has filed a motion to dismiss a federal charge stemming from an arrest in an underage prostitution sting earlier this year, with his legal team arguing he is being targeted by "selective prosecution."
The change was a sticking point during negotiations between Democrats and Republicans, for whom repealing that law was a top priority in the divided Legislature.
After a federal raid in Minneapolis spurred community unrest, the city's police department has reiterated to its rank-and-file instructions not to collaborate with federal immigration agents.
Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier has earned her second Western Conference Player of the Week award this season, adding another accolade to her MVP-level year.
The Minnesota Vikings announced a contract extension Tuesday for Josh Oliver, the team's No. 2 tight end whose size and strength make him a premier blocker in both the running and passing game.
Itasca authorities say the missing 63-year-old woman was found safe.
A star outside linebacker had his football hopes put in serious jeopardy on May 29 after getting shot in Brooklyn Park.
It's boating season in Minnesota, and a new law meant to make our lakes safer might impact you as soon as next month.
After a federal raid in Minneapolis spurred community unrest, the city's police department has reiterated to its rank-and-file instructions not to collaborate with federal immigration agents.
The Minnesota Legislature approved the remaining pieces of the next state budget overnight Tuesday during a special session that lasted less than a day, after lawmakers failed to complete their work in May.
A Maple Grove track athlete is hoping to lead her relay team to school history in the Track & Field State Tournament. But she's already proven she's a standout, making it to eight state tournaments in three different sports.
A star outside linebacker had his football hopes put in serious jeopardy on May 29 after getting shot in Brooklyn Park.
When it comes to the trade war, one cost that hits everyone is energy prices.
Itasca authorities say the missing 63-year-old woman was found safe.
The Minnesota Legislature approved the remaining pieces of the next state budget overnight Tuesday during a special session that lasted less than a day, after lawmakers failed to complete their work in May.
The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office says 29-year-old Phillip James Iverson, of Spicer, has not been seen since Saturday.
The University of Minnesota is proposing tuition hikes of up to 7.5% and cuts to academic programs for the next fiscal year as it navigates what it calls "unprecedented challenges facing higher education."
For months, third graders at Crooked Lake Elementary in Andover, Minnesota have been trading letters with pen pals a few generations older. On Friday, they finally met face-to-face.
Judge Carla Espinoza set Ramón Morales Reyes' bond at $7,500 during a brief hearing at immigration court in Chicago.
The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse.
A Wisconsin man doing time for trying to kill his mother was convicted Wednesday of strangling his cellmate to death.
The three-day Epic Bike Fest in northern Wisconsin features single track races from Hayward to Cable through the Sawyer and Bayfield county forests on Saturday.
Our nation's birthday is just about a month away, and the cost for a key element to the fun is now "up in the air."
Minnesota is home to thousands of pollinators, but they face challenges like habitat loss, pesticides and climate change. Now, a new first-of-its-kind pollinator garden aims to help pollinators thrive.
WCCO caught up with Michael Kelly, a man whose experience as a foster child helped shape him into the person he is today: a doctor.
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A year after Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell was killed in the line of duty, family honor and remember the fallen hero.
A chance meeting at George Floyd Square turned into a chess program for kids in the Central neighborhood of south Minneapolis.
Lawmakers secured a state budget in overtime, working through the early morning hours.
Former Minnesota State Sen. Justin Eichorn has filed a motion to dismiss a federal charge stemming from an arrest in an underage prostitution sting earlier this year, with his legal team arguing he is being targeted by "selective prosecution."
One of Hegseth's top deputies testified Tuesday that the estimated cost of deploying the National Guard to Los Angeles will be $134 million.
The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse.
Tuesday is the fifth day of protests in California amid a growing war of words between Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom and Republican President Trump.
Some Minnesota lottery players won nearly $400,000 this weekend.
Consumers have seen insurance rates climb over the past few years, and those increases are expected to continue in part due to President Trump's tariffs.
Last fall, more than 80% of voters said the economy and inflation drove them to the polls. That includes the rising price of gas and groceries.
Hospitality and tourism are a vital part of Minnesota's economy, but there's fear tariffs will take a toll as the state heads into its busy season.
From "Lilo and Stitch" to "Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning," this Memorial Day weekend could see movie theaters packed.
Former Minnesota State Sen. Justin Eichorn has filed a motion to dismiss a federal charge stemming from an arrest in an underage prostitution sting earlier this year, with his legal team arguing he is being targeted by "selective prosecution."
The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse.
A star outside linebacker had his football hopes put in serious jeopardy on May 29 after getting shot in Brooklyn Park.
Two 18-year-old men face felony charges for their alleged involvement in an attempted shooting outside Burnsville High School after a graduation ceremony.
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer from Minnesota has been charged with possession of child pornography, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota.
The change was a sticking point during negotiations between Democrats and Republicans, for whom repealing that law was a top priority in the divided Legislature.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Nearly 4 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells are being recalled because the plates can dislodge and cause injury.
Officials say families could have been exposed to measles at the Mall of America because of an unvaccinated child.
Six hundred Allina doctors, physician assistants and nurse practitioners who work in primary care are asking for a new contract with more work-life balance.
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
"Maybe Happy Ending" won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical.
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Devin Harjes, the actor who appeared in the TV series "Boardwalk Empire" and "Manifest," has died due to complications from a battle with cancer.
Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier has earned her second Western Conference Player of the Week award this season, adding another accolade to her MVP-level year.
The Minnesota Vikings announced a contract extension Tuesday for Josh Oliver, the team's No. 2 tight end whose size and strength make him a premier blocker in both the running and passing game.
A Minneapolis teacher is helping high school basketball players get one more look from college coaches.
The back-to-back PWHL champion Minnesota Frost lost two players in Monday night's expansion draft, during which the league's two newest teams filled out their rosters.
A Maple Grove track athlete is hoping to lead her relay team to school history in the Track & Field State Tournament. But she's already proven she's a standout, making it to eight state tournaments in three different sports.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the law enforcement perspective on enforcing driving while under the influence of marijuana laws.
In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the law enforcement perspective on enforcing driving while under the influence of marijuana laws.
Thousands of state workers will be getting layoff notices in the next few days because the legislature has failed to come to a budget agreement.
If the budget standoff continues through the end of this month at the Minnesota Capitol, there will be a state government shutdown on July 1 — the first time that's happened since 2011.
Insurance rates have climbed in the past few years. In part because of President Trump's tariffs, those increases are expected to continue.
"We see an average of 12 to 20 eagles on every trip," said Jon Borreson. "We've got a couple eagles nests that we can pull up underneath and actually see small eagles in it."
A Scandia, Minnesota, man has saved a big part of the state's Swedish history.
They might be the most recognizable faces in Minnesota Twins history. And every time you go to a game, you see Minnie and Paul shaking hands in centerfield.
There are more than 20,000 artifacts in the Minnesota Fishing Museum, from old-time rods and reels to vintage lures and motors. What's unique is that everything was donated.
Beth and Eric Engstrom always knew they wanted a farm, but they never dreamed they'd fill it with non-traditional farm critters.
The latest wildfire updates from northern Minnesota remain promising, but the fight is far from finished.
Our nation's birthday is just about a month away, and the cost for a key element to the fun is now "up in the air."
The 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee wrapped up this week with participants navigating words the average person likely never heard of, let alone could spell.
There are many pearls of wisdom we've all been fed about the impending summer season, but what's hearsay and what's true?
From "Lilo and Stitch" to "Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning," this Memorial Day weekend could see movie theaters packed.
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.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
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."
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.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
The sun sees a return on Tuesday with temps returning to the 80s.
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.
As the day goes on, skies are expected to clear on Tuesday.
Dry skies and sunshine hold on for Tuesday in Minnesota with a seasonal feel, says meteorologist Joseph Dames.
The sun will return to the Twin Cities on Tuesday with highs in the low 80s.
The sun sees a return on Tuesday with temps returning to the 80s.
Lawmakers secured a state budget in overtime, working through the early morning hours.
After a federal raid in Minneapolis spurred community unrest, the city's police department reiterated to its officers not to collaborate with federal immigration agents.
Wild Nights at the Minnesota Zoo kicks off on Friday and runs through August 8.
Legally Blonde, the very popular movie about aspiring lawyer Elle Woods is not a very popular Broadway Musical, and it opens Tuesday evening at the Ordway Center in St. Paul. Click here for more information.