Minnesota businesses brace as Trump increases China tariffs
Despite thousands of miles and an ocean between them, some Minnesota businesses rely on deals with China.
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Wild advisor Ray Shero, Minnesota native and NHL lifer, dies at 62
Ray Shero, who spent decades in NHL front offices and for his last few years served as a senior advisor to the Minnesota Wild, has died at the age of 62, according to the team.
Day care teacher accused of giving children "sleep-inducing gummies"
Officers questioned that teacher, who told them she had given gummies to the class after nap time, but only one time, adding "the gummies were Welch's Fruit Snacks and did not contain melatonin."
Trump announces 90-day tariffs pause
The president also said he's raising the tariff rate on Chinese imports to 125%, effective immediately.
Special exhibit marks Titanic's sinking 113 years later
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
Twins beat Royals 4-0
Joe Ryan continued his mastery over Kansas City, giving up just two hits over seven scoreless innings in the Minnesota Twins' 4-0 victory over the Royals.
Hutchinson couple works to turn their motel into affordable housing
A nonprofit estimates that 250 McLeod County families find themselves homeless, or close to it, every year.
Wild beat Sharks 8-7 in overtime
Joel Eriksson Ek scored a career-high four goals in his return from a lower-body injury, Kirill Kaprizov had his second of the game in overtime in his first game back and the Minnesota Wild outlasted the San Jose Sharks 8-7 on Wednesday night.
Why are homeowners insurance companies walking back coverage?
As Minnesota moves into severe weather season, it might be time to double check your insurance policy.
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GOES-East satellite giving meteorologists big forecasting edge
After launching in June 2024, a brand new weather satellite is finally up and running.
The next total solar eclipse in Minneapolis will be in 2044
If you didn't happen to see the 2024 eclipse in person, your next opportunity to see a total eclipse from Minneapolis isn't so many years away. Mark your calendars for 2044.
The hidden dangers of flooding in Minnesota — and how to stay safe
Heavy rain tends to get overlooked in favor of the other threats that come with severe weather. But all that water in such a short period can pack a punch.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on April 9, 2025
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it will be cooler tomorrow and cloudy.
How a Minnesota museum is marking the 113th anniversary of the Titanic sinking
Next Tuesday marks the 113th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened. In this week’s Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how the infamous tragedy is remembered in St. Louis County.
Meet the next leader of the National Guard's Red Bull Division
A flight with the next commanding general of the 34th Infantry Red Bull Division. He was part of a special delegation traveling to Worthington to celebrate one of the largest recruiting cohorts from a single high school. Jonah Kaplan has the story you'll only see on WCCO.
Brother of man killed in Minnesota small plane crash shares how he wants him remembered
It's been two weeks since a plane crashed into a Brooklyn Park home. The crash killed the plane's pilot, U.S. Bank Chief Administration Officer Terry Dolan. His brother spoke with WCCO about the loved one he lost.
Why some Minnesota businesses are worried about Trump's China tariffs
President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a 90-day pause on most of his new tariffs. Democrats claim the president walked back his plan because he was feeling the negative impacts. While most of those new tariffs are on pause, China is the exception. Tariffs keep rising on both sides as each country retaliates.
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Twins beat Royals 4-0
Joe Ryan continued his mastery over Kansas City, giving up just two hits over seven scoreless innings in the Minnesota Twins' 4-0 victory over the Royals.
Wild beat Sharks 8-7 in overtime
Joel Eriksson Ek scored a career-high four goals in his return from a lower-body injury, Kirill Kaprizov had his second of the game in overtime in his first game back and the Minnesota Wild outlasted the San Jose Sharks 8-7 on Wednesday night.
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.
Karate leads to life-changing healing for Twin Cities woman
A Twin Cities girl is proving that finding the right sport can lead to life-changing healing.
Wild advisor Ray Shero, Minnesota native and NHL lifer, dies at 62
Ray Shero, who spent decades in NHL front offices and for his last few years served as a senior advisor to the Minnesota Wild, has died at the age of 62, according to the team.
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Special exhibit marks Titanic's sinking 113 years later
April 15 will be the 113th anniversary of the day the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic, taking with it 1,500 lives. From news to movies, people still marvel over what happened.
How an Otter Tail County man got in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame
It's sap-tapping season in our state. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an Otter Tail County man landed in the Maple Syrup Hall of Fame.
Minnesota yards a gold mine for antique bottle collectors
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows how one group is unearthing a bit of history.
How a Minnesota man preserves historic properties
South of Hastings, Minnesota, there's a town without a single resident and there are businesses that don't sell a single thing. Yet people can't wait to visit, and once here, they don't want to leave.
Minneapolis' Outta Wax is keeping vinyl alive and well
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
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Joan Jett, Cheap Trick and Ludacris to headline Taste of Minnesota
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick and Ludacris are slated to headline Taste of Minnesota this year.
Budget cuts at Chelsea Heights leave students without arts, music programs
Low enrollment at Chelsea Heights Elementary School has impacted funding for music and arts programs, leaving staff to figure out how they will still deliver creative classes for students.
Sisters with sickle cell disease see relief thanks to Make-A-Wish
Avianah Drakeford was born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that negatively affects how blood moves around the body. It's not life-threatening, but it is life-altering.
Student calls EMS from bus radio as driver has medical emergency
An elementary school student used a school bus radio to get help for a driver suffering from a medical condition while on their route home from school in central Minnesota, according to officials.
Bethel University students help small town rebuild after Hurricane Helene
Eleven college students from Bethel University in Minnesota ditched their traditional spring break trips to a North Carolina community in crisis.
WCCO alum Caroline Lowe inducted into Minn. Broadcasters Hall of Fame
WCCO-TV and I-Team alum Caroline Lowe was inducted into the 2025 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame by another 'CCO alum, Pat Kessler, on Wednesday.
Brothers to run Boston Marathon — pushing their dad with ALS the whole way
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Minnesotans reflect on COVID pandemic 5 years after lockdown
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
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Minnesota snowstorm gallery: March 5, 2025
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
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: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
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Day care teacher accused of giving children "sleep-inducing gummies"
Officers questioned that teacher, who told them she had given gummies to the class after nap time, but only one time, adding "the gummies were Welch's Fruit Snacks and did not contain melatonin."
Karate leads to life-changing healing for Twin Cities woman
A Twin Cities girl is proving that finding the right sport can lead to life-changing healing.
1,000+ animals find new homes after SeaQuest bankruptcy
Hundreds of animals are finding new homes around the Twin Cities metro after SeaQuest Roseville closed its doors and filed for bankruptcy.
Car tears through the field during a soccer match in St. Paul
A video of a vehicle interrupting a soccer match at McMurray Field in St. Paul has gone viral.
Wild advisor Ray Shero, Minnesota native and NHL lifer, dies at 62
Ray Shero, who spent decades in NHL front offices and for his last few years served as a senior advisor to the Minnesota Wild, has died at the age of 62, according to the team.
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Police concerned for missing Bagley teen's mental health
The Clearwater County Sheriff's Office says Chase Allen Ronning left his home in rural Bagley on Monday morning.
Man who police shot following speedy chase had a gun, charges say
Charges say police began pursuing the man Monday morning after he attempted to cross the border from North Dakota into Canada with at least one handgun in his possession.
Business owner looking for options in response to new China tariffs
Beth Benike is using social media to share her fears over the Chinese tariffs now in effect for her business, Busy Baby.
Teen seriously injured in crash with deer
Authorities say a teenager suffered serious injuries after hitting a deer with their car in central Minnesota on Tuesday.
The next total solar eclipse in Minneapolis will be in 2044
If you didn't happen to see the 2024 eclipse in person, your next opportunity to see a total eclipse from Minneapolis isn't so many years away. Mark your calendars for 2044.
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Wisconsin prosecutor accused of threatening judges
An assistant district attorney in Wisconsin faces multiple felony charges after allegedly telling a coworker three judges "need to bleed" for ruling against him.
Man, 33, charged in crash that killed Twin Cities restaurateur
A Brooklyn Park, Minnesota man has been charged after a Blue Plate Restaurant Company co-owner was killed by a driver while on a motorcycle Sunday.
Inspired by late mother, Wisconsin man rides Peloton to fight Parkinson's
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
Wisconsin voters wary of outside spending on Supreme Court race
Campaign funding smashed records, making it the most expensive judicial race in history.
Gov. Tim Walz outraged over Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Tuesday evening, Wisconsin's polls will close in what has become the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history.
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Minnesota businesses brace as Trump increases China tariffs
Despite thousands of miles and an ocean between them, some Minnesota businesses rely on deals with China.
Why some Minnesota businesses are worried about Trump's China tariffs
President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a 90-day pause on most of his new tariffs. Democrats claim the president walked back his plan because he was feeling the negative impacts. While most of those new tariffs are on pause, China is the exception. Tariffs keep rising on both sides as each country retaliates.
Minnesota proposal would impose tax on social media platforms
Large companies with more than 1 million users would pay $165,000 per month plus $0.50 per person on the sites.
Lawmakers seek to tax social media companies for data collection
We know social media companies are collecting our data. Now, Minnesota lawmakers want to tax them for it. Caroline Cummings reports on the impact to the state's bottom line and the pushback.
How to protect your investments amid Trump's trade war
President Trump pulled back on most of his new tariffs on Wednesday, just hours after they took effect.
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Minnesota businesses brace as Trump increases China tariffs
Despite thousands of miles and an ocean between them, some Minnesota businesses rely on deals with China.
Dashboard tracks federal cuts impacting Minnesota
The tool breaks down how much money has been cut, or could be cut, and from what programs.
Why are homeowners insurance companies walking back coverage?
As Minnesota moves into severe weather season, it might be time to double check your insurance policy.
Threat of looming tariffs has many eyeing e-bike purchases
If you are in the market for a bike or e-bike. Minnesota bike shop owners and manufacturers say the tariffs set to be imposed in the coming days will increase some prices by as much as 50%.
More Minnesotans turning to thrift stores as prices keep climbing
Inflation has already stretched wallets, and now faced with additional higher costs due to tariffs, many Minnesotans are adapting by visiting their local thrift stores.
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Man who police shot following speedy chase had a gun, charges say
Charges say police began pursuing the man Monday morning after he attempted to cross the border from North Dakota into Canada with at least one handgun in his possession.
Car tears through the field during a soccer match in St. Paul
A video of a vehicle interrupting a soccer match at McMurray Field in St. Paul has gone viral.
Wisconsin prosecutor accused of threatening judges
An assistant district attorney in Wisconsin faces multiple felony charges after allegedly telling a coworker three judges "need to bleed" for ruling against him.
High-speed chase ends in crash with innocent driver, state trooper
While no serious injuries were reported, authorities say the incident was entirely preventable.
Judge rejects new trials for 2 convicted of human smuggling in death of Indian family
A federal judge has rejected requests for new trials for two men convicted on human smuggling charges in the deaths of four members of a family from India who froze to death while trying to cross the Canadian border into Minnesota during a blizzard in 2022.
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Is marriage good for your health?
Being married has its benefits, but a new study found that staying single late in life might actually be better for your brain.
Innovative chronic pain surgery close to FDA approval
WCCO first learned about SynerFuse in 2023 after a patient shared her chronic pain journey and the successful results a year after the surgery.
Scott Jensen's lawsuit against Minnesota AG, medical board dismissed
According to a court document filed on Tuesday, the United States District Court District of Minnesota dismissed the lawsuit for "lack of standing."
Inspired by late mother, Wisconsin man rides Peloton to fight Parkinson's
A Wisconsin man is cycling towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Dozens of bikers are set to take off in an annual Wisconsin fundraiser called Peloton4Parkinson's at the end of April.
Second child dies from measles-related causes in West Texas
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
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Mpls. natives Atmosphere set to play Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
Hometown hip-hop act Atmosphere is set to play the Minnesota State Fair's Grandstand this summer.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
These Minnesota chefs, restaurants are up for James Beard Awards
Three Minnesotans are among the five nominees for best Midwestern chef in this year's James Beard Awards, and the state is in competition in several other categories as well.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.