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Vikings Promote Andre Patterson To Assistant Head CoachThe Minnesota Vikings have announced the promotion of Andre Patterson to assistant head coach and hired Robert Steeples and Marquis Johnson in additional positions.

Minneapolis Will Not Impose Curfew Wednesday Night, Brooklyn Park & Champlin WillThe City of Minneapolis will not impose a mandatory curfew Wednesday evening, after curfews were called Monday and Tuesday nights in the wake of the fatal police shooting of Daunte Wright.

Derek Chauvin Trial, April 14 Live Updates: Under Cross Examination, Defense's Medical Expert Agrees Floyd Needed 'Immediate Emergency Attention' For Cardiac ArrestThe defense in the Derek Chauvin trial is expected to call medical experts on Wednesday as it attempts to sow doubt on whether the former Minneapolis police officer's actions killed George Floyd, rather than underlying health conditions or drug use. It remains unknown if Chauvin will take the stand in his own defense.

St. Paul Announces Road Closures To Support Outdoor ActivitiesMayor Carter announced closures of four city streets to vehicle traffic to support physically distant outdoor activities this spring and summer on Wednesday.

Executive Council Extends Gov. Walz's Emergency PowersMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s emergency powers during the COVID-19 pandemic have been extended for yet another month as cases continue to proliferate. The council, all Democrats, extended the powers by another 30 days.

Daunte Wright Shooting: Fmr. Brooklyn Center Officer Kim Potter Arrested, Charged With 2nd-Degree ManslaughterFormer Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter has been charged with second-degree manslaughter in the death of 20-year-old Daunte Wright, according to the Washington County Attorney’s Office.

Report: Wis. Teachers Resign After Using 'Inappropriate' Slavery Lesson PlanThree Wisconsin middle school teachers have resigned after they put together a lesson for sixth-graders asking them how they would punish slaves.

COVID In Minnesota: 16 Deaths, 1,715 New Cases; Nearly 50% Of Eligible Minnesotans Have Received 1st Vaccine DoseHealth officials in Minnesota reported 1,715 new cases of COVID-19 and 16 additional deaths, as the number of eligible Minnesotans who have received their first vaccine dose nears 50%.

'Plus-Up' Stimulus Checks Going Out To Those Who Were UnderpaidMillions of Americans could soon be receiving an unexpected extra stimulus check.

Wis. Supreme Court: Gov. Evers Can't Limit Business CapacityThe Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that Gov. Tony Evers' administration does not have the authority to issue capacity limits on bars, restaurants and other businesses without the Legislature's approval, a ruling that comes two weeks after the conservative-controlled court struck down the state's mask mandate.

Watch The Derek Chauvin Trial LiveTestimony continues Wednesday in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer accused of murdering George Floyd.

Judge Cahill Denies Request To Acquit Derek Chauvin In George Floyd's DeathRequests for an acquittal are routinely made midway through a trial and are usually denied.
Latest Sports Headlines

Harbour Town 'Requires You Really To Think Your Way Around The Golf Course,' Says Dottie Pepper On The RBC HeritageThe RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links returns to its usual spot on the PGA Tour calendar with a stellar field.

Vikings Promote Andre Patterson To Assistant Head CoachThe Minnesota Vikings have announced the promotion of Andre Patterson to assistant head coach and hired Robert Steeples and Marquis Johnson in additional positions.

Twins SS Andrelton Simmons Placed On COVID IL After Tweeting Decision Not To Get VaccineMinnesota Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons has been placed on the COVID-19 injured list, the team announced Wednesday.

Superstar Racing Experience Names Broadcast Team For Debut Season On CBS: Allen Bestwick, Brad Daugherty, Lindsay Czarniak And Matt YocumThe Superstar Racing Experience's inaugural season begins on CBS on Saturday June 12 at 8 p.m. ET.

Alex Rodriguez Responds To Timberwolves Rookie Anthony Edwards Not Knowing Him: 'Hi Anthony, I'm Alex'The Timberwolves rookie said he didn't know who A-Rod was. So, Rodriguez introduced himself on Instagram.

Durant, Nets Blow Out Timberwolves 127-97 In Rescheduled Game; Wednesday Matchup With Bucks Moved To AfternoonKevin Durant scored 31 points on 11-for-15 shooting in his most productive performance in 2 1/2 months, as the Brooklyn Nets blew out the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-97 on Tuesday afternoon.
Latest Videos

Officer Who Shot And Killed Duante Wright 'Devastated,' Former Co-Worker SaysKim Potter's resignation from the Brooklyn Center Police Department comes after a 26-year career with the force, Kate Raddatz reports (4:09). WCCO 4 News At 5 - April 13, 2021

Protesters Tell WCCO Why They Continue DemonstratingPolice arrested dozens of protesters last night in Brooklyn Center, Christiane Cordero reports (1:58). WCCO 4 News At Noon - April 14, 2021

Ex-Officer Kim Potter To Be Charged With 2nd Degree ManslaughterManslaughter charges are going to be filed against the former Brooklyn Center police officer who shot Daunte Wright, Marielle Mohs reports (2:16). WCCO 4 News At Noon - April 14, 2021

How To Address The Topic Of Trauma With ChildrenIn light of Sunday's shooting in Brooklyn Center coupled with the Chauvin trial, many community members may be experiencing some form of trauma, PhD candidate Michael Walker explains (4:10). WCCO Mid-Morning - April 14, 2021

Chauvin Defense Enters 2nd Day Calling WitnessesMore witnesses will take the stand for the defense in the Derek Chauvin trial today, Jason DeRusha reports (4:19). WCCO Mid-Morning - April 14, 2021

At Least 60 Arrested In Brooklyn Center Protests OvernightBy midnight, at least 60 people were arrested as authorities came in full force to clear the area following another curfew, Christiane Cordero reports (4:59). WCCO Mid-Morning - April 14, 2021
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Derek Chauvin Trial, April 14 Live Updates: Under Cross Examination, Defense's Medical Expert Agrees Floyd Needed 'Immediate Emergency Attention' For Cardiac ArrestThe defense in the Derek Chauvin trial is expected to call medical experts on Wednesday as it attempts to sow doubt on whether the former Minneapolis police officer's actions killed George Floyd, rather than underlying health conditions or drug use. It remains unknown if Chauvin will take the stand in his own defense.

St. Paul Announces Road Closures To Support Outdoor ActivitiesMayor Carter announced closures of four city streets to vehicle traffic to support physically distant outdoor activities this spring and summer on Wednesday.

Daunte Wright Shooting: Fmr. Brooklyn Center Officer Kim Potter Arrested, Charged With 2nd-Degree ManslaughterFormer Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter has been charged with second-degree manslaughter in the death of 20-year-old Daunte Wright, according to the Washington County Attorney’s Office.

Report: Wis. Teachers Resign After Using 'Inappropriate' Slavery Lesson PlanThree Wisconsin middle school teachers have resigned after they put together a lesson for sixth-graders asking them how they would punish slaves.

State Patrol: Person Seriously Injured In Pile-Up On Icy Highway 169One person has been seriously injured after they were struck outside their vehicle by another vehicle in an icy pile-up on Highway 169 Wednesday morning.

79 People Arrested Following Third Night Of Protests Over Daunte Wright's KillingMore than 60 people were arrested following a third night of protesters clashing with police in Brooklyn Center over the fatal police shooting of Daunte Wright.
Best Of Minnesota
Brit's Pub Reopens Its Doors After More Than Half A Year ShutteredAt the beginning of March last year, Brit's Pub was getting ready to celebrate its 30th year in downtown Minneapolis. Then, COVID-19 hit bringing a shutdown and restrictions.

Brit's Pub To Reopen In Downtown Minneapolis Later This MonthBrit's Pub closed last year after being damaged during riots, looting and a fire.

Top 7 Minnesota Baking And Recipe InfluencersAlong with the help of Maggie LaMaack, group director for influencer and brand partnerships at Fast Horse, WCCO's Jason DeRusha has compiled a list of the top seven baking and recipe influencers based in Minnesota.

America's Least Favorite Pizza Topping Is ... Not PineappleA new survey finds, not terribly surprisingly, that America's #1 favorite pizza topping is pepperoni, followed closely behind by sausage.
