Minnesota Budget Officials To Release 'Materially Better' ForecastMinnesota budget officials will release a fresh forecast Tuesday showing how bad a hit state finances have taken from the coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Gives Final Green Light To Disputed Oil PipelineMinnesota regulators approved the final permit Monday for Enbridge Energy's Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement across northern Minnesota, giving the company the green light to begin construction on the $2.6 billion project.
Minneapolis Mayor, Police Chief Speak Out Against City Council Proposal To Move $8M Away From MPDWith a battle over the Minneapolis police budget looming, top city leaders made their position clear Monday: Don't take away our officers.
Woodbury Author Tapped To Continue Jason Bourne Series: 'You're Trying To Step Inside The Shoes Of This Iconic Hero'You've heard the name: Jason Bourne. The spy-thriller novels were made into blockbuster hits on the big screen. Now, a Minnesotan has been tapped to pick up the legendary book series to give readers more Bourne.
When Should Online Shoppers Expect This Unusual Holiday Season?Three billion packages will be sent between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. That’s 800 million more than last year.
Gov. Walz Addresses False Reports That He Spent Thanksgiving Weekend In Florida, Has $400M Net WorthSocial media has been filled with news that Gov. Tim Walz spent the weekend in Florida, and that his net worth is $400 million -- claims that are both phony.
Twin Cities Personal Trainer Spreading Holiday Cheer With Help Of Generous ClientsPersonal trainer Molly Doyle is on a mission to spread cheer during the Christmas season, and she’s able to help others because of the generosity from her clients who want to give back while getting fit.
COVID In Minnesota: Mayo Clinic's ICU Recovery Program Tracking Survivors' RecoveryWCCO shares one man's fight with COVID-19 that lasted months, and how Mayo's ICU Recovery Program is helping in the process.
COVID In Minnesota: MDH Says Thanksgiving-Related Deaths To Appear Within WeeksMDH Commissioner Jan Malcolm believes it will likely be only another couple of weeks before we reach 400,000 cases.
Local News
COVID In Wisconsin: The Extreme Measures Taken In Rural St. Croix CountyOnly one funeral home in St. Croix County has a cooler, so in March they rented a refrigerated truck in case they experience multiple deaths at once. There were 15 trucks available at the time. Two days later, they were all rented out.
Minnesota Budget Officials To Release 'Materially Better' ForecastMinnesota budget officials will release a fresh forecast Tuesday showing how bad a hit state finances have taken from the coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Gives Final Green Light To Disputed Oil PipelineMinnesota regulators approved the final permit Monday for Enbridge Energy's Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement across northern Minnesota, giving the company the green light to begin construction on the $2.6 billion project.
Minneapolis Mayor, Police Chief Speak Out Against City Council Proposal To Move $8M Away From MPDWith a battle over the Minneapolis police budget looming, top city leaders made their position clear Monday: Don't take away our officers.
Woodbury Author Tapped To Continue Jason Bourne Series: 'You're Trying To Step Inside The Shoes Of This Iconic Hero'You've heard the name: Jason Bourne. The spy-thriller novels were made into blockbuster hits on the big screen. Now, a Minnesotan has been tapped to pick up the legendary book series to give readers more Bourne.
When Should Online Shoppers Expect This Unusual Holiday Season?Three billion packages will be sent between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. That’s 800 million more than last year.
Video
Woodbury Author Takes Over Jason Bourne SeriesA Minnesotan has been tapped to pick up the legendary Jason Bourne book series to give readers more, reports Jennifer Mayerle (3:19).
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Good Question: When Should We Ship Holiday Packages?Heather Brown has the deadlines for last-minute shoppers (2:45).
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Mpls. Mayor & Police Chief: Don't Take Away Our OfficersWith a battle over the Minneapolis police budget looming, top city leaders made their position crystal clear Monday, reports David Schuman (2:12).
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St. Croix County’s Extreme COVID MeasuresJohn Lauritsen visited St. Croix County, Wisconsin to see the extreme measures they've taken and the pressures they're facing to keep everyone safe (1:54).
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Person Trainer Spreading Some Holiday CheerThe owner of a personal training studio in St. Paul is partnering with her clients to give back to families in need, reports Reg Chapman (2:26).
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Lies Spread Online About Gov. Walz Visiting FloridaEsme Murphy reports on the "fake news" coming at a time when Gov. Tim Walz is counting on the public's trust (2:35).
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Politics
Minnesota Budget Officials To Release 'Materially Better' ForecastMinnesota budget officials will release a fresh forecast Tuesday showing how bad a hit state finances have taken from the coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Gives Final Green Light To Disputed Oil PipelineMinnesota regulators approved the final permit Monday for Enbridge Energy's Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement across northern Minnesota, giving the company the green light to begin construction on the $2.6 billion project.
Minneapolis Mayor, Police Chief Speak Out Against City Council Proposal To Move $8M Away From MPDWith a battle over the Minneapolis police budget looming, top city leaders made their position clear Monday: Don't take away our officers.
Gov. Walz Addresses False Reports That He Spent Thanksgiving Weekend In Florida, Has $400M Net WorthSocial media has been filled with news that Gov. Tim Walz spent the weekend in Florida, and that his net worth is $400 million -- claims that are both phony.
COVID In Minnesota: MDH Says Thanksgiving-Related Deaths To Appear Within WeeksMDH Commissioner Jan Malcolm believes it will likely be only another couple of weeks before we reach 400,000 cases.
Completed Wisconsin Recount Confirms Biden's Win Over TrumpWisconsin finished a recount of its presidential results on Sunday, confirming Democrat Joe Biden's victory over President Donald Trump in the key battleground state. Trump vowed to challenge the outcome in court even before the recount concluded.
Weather
NWS Launches New Winter Weather Warning For Snow SquallsYour cell phone may alert you to a new type of weather warning this winter.
Tent Encampments Brace For Early Snow, Sub-Freezing Temps: How You Can HelpThe Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board says they have been working closely for many weeks with unsheltered people in park encampments, community groups and local service agencies.
October Snowstorm Catches Homeowners, Plow Drivers Off GuardA winter storm left many scrambling to find their winter clean-up gear. Even those who specialize in snow removal were caught off guard.
Crime
Minneapolis Mayor, Police Chief Speak Out Against City Council Proposal To Move $8M Away From MPDWith a battle over the Minneapolis police budget looming, top city leaders made their position clear Monday: Don't take away our officers.
Duluth Officer Tyler Leibfried Charged In Non-Fatal ShootingA Duluth police officer was charged Monday with two felonies in connection with a September shooting that left a man with a bullet lodged in his shoulder.
Albert Lea Standoff: 21-Year-Old In Custody After Police Officer, 2 Others ShotA 21-year-old man is in custody after Albert Lea police say he shot three men Sunday, including a police officer, leading to an eight-hour standoff.
Fallen Officers Thomas Decker And Brian Klinefelter Honored For Their SacrificesA central Minnesota community is showing its appreciation for two officers who were killed in the line of duty.
Residents Of St. Paul's North End Disturbed By Police Shooting, Rising CrimeA police shooting in St. Paul’s North End neighborhood Saturday night has added to some neighbors' perception of the area as being crime-ridden.
Man In Critical Condition After Being Shot Outside Minneapolis Gas StationA man is expected to survive after being shot Sunday evening in Minneapolis.
Entertainment
Woodbury Author Tapped To Continue Jason Bourne Series: 'You're Trying To Step Inside The Shoes Of This Iconic Hero'You've heard the name: Jason Bourne. The spy-thriller novels were made into blockbuster hits on the big screen. Now, a Minnesotan has been tapped to pick up the legendary book series to give readers more Bourne.
First Avenue Bringing Pop-Up Experience Of Fictional Restaurant From ‘Mallrats’, ‘Jay And Silent Bob’ To The Depot TavernKevin Smith’s fictional Mooby’s restaurant, featured in “Mallrats”, “Clerks”, “Jay and Silent Bob” and other Smith movies, will be making its way to Minneapolis as a pop-up experience this winter.
Rock The Garden At Walker Art Center Will Not Happen In 2021Rock the Garden organizers say the Minneapolis summer music festival will not be happening in 2021.
Spoiler Warnings Can Lead To Higher Box Office, Study SuggestsIt's a phrase you hear all the time when it comes to a blockbuster movie or the big twist in the latest binge-watchable show -- "Spoiler alert!"
'Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel' Exhibit To Open At MOA This WeekendA new exhibit featuring museum-quality reproductions of Michelangelo's Vatican masterpieces opens this weekend at the Mall of America.
Sean Connery, James Bond Actor, Dies At 90Sir Sean Connery, the actor who played James Bond in seven films, has died at the age of 90, BBC reports.
Health
COVID In Wisconsin: The Extreme Measures Taken In Rural St. Croix CountyOnly one funeral home in St. Croix County has a cooler, so in March they rented a refrigerated truck in case they experience multiple deaths at once. There were 15 trucks available at the time. Two days later, they were all rented out.
Gov. Walz Addresses False Reports That He Spent Thanksgiving Weekend In Florida, Has $400M Net WorthSocial media has been filled with news that Gov. Tim Walz spent the weekend in Florida, and that his net worth is $400 million -- claims that are both phony.
COVID In Minnesota: Mayo Clinic's ICU Recovery Program Tracking Survivors' RecoveryWCCO shares one man's fight with COVID-19 that lasted months, and how Mayo's ICU Recovery Program is helping in the process.
COVID In Minnesota: MDH Says Thanksgiving-Related Deaths To Appear Within WeeksMDH Commissioner Jan Malcolm believes it will likely be only another couple of weeks before we reach 400,000 cases.
COVID-19 In Minnesota: State Approaching ICU Capacity; MDH Reports 5,801 New CasesThe Minnesota Department of Health on Monday is reporting 5,801 new COVID-19 cases and 15 more deaths. Meanwhile, metro ICU capacity is nearing capacity.
COVID In Minnesota: Rush City Inmate, 57, Dies After Testing PositiveA 57-year-old inmate from the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Rush City has died from complications of COVID-19.
Consumer
When Should Online Shoppers Expect This Unusual Holiday Season?Three billion packages will be sent between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. That’s 800 million more than last year.
St. Paul’s Handsome Hog Restaurant To Close Doors 'Until The World Makes Sense', Cites Gov't InactionSt. Paul’s Handsome Hog restaurant will halt its services this Saturday, with the head chef and owner citing government inaction at the state and federal level.
Minnesota Entrepreneurs Lean On Each Other For Small Business SaturdayWith so many businesses struggling to stay afloat, it may be more important than ever to take part this year in buying local.
Black Friday Underway: Most Expected To Shop Online, But Many Still Shopping In-PersonBlack Friday is shifting online even more this year, as the pandemic keeps many shoppers home and big box stores change their strategies. But it's still a time to get a great deal, depending on what you're looking for today.
Forget The Cranberry Sauce? Don't Worry; Grocery Stores Are Still Open On ThanksgivingForget the stuffing or cranberry sauce in the day-before shopping rush? No worries. Plenty of grocery stores are still open Thursday.
Thanksgiving Eve: Packed Minnesota Supermarkets, Packed Wisconsin BarsThe pandemic isn't just changing Thanksgiving -- it's also impacting the preparation and the pre-party.
Water Cooler
Minnesota's Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dish Is ... (No, It's Not Grape Salad)Mashed potatoes are number one in ten states, including Minnesota, Wisconsin and also North Dakota.
Survey: Parents Relaxing House Rules With Kids During PandemicFurthermore, "pet parents" have also been finding themselves relaxing the rules more often, doing things such as offering extra treats to their dogs and cats.
Wisconsin State Patrol Pulls Over Vehicle With Snowmobile On RoofThe Wisconsin Department of Transportation published a photo of the incident Monday. They say they pulled the vehicle over on U.S. Highway 63.
Good Question: Why Do We Practice Daylight Saving Time?This Sunday at 2 a.m., most Americans will "fall back" and gain an extra hour when we revert to standard time. The first Sunday of November is the end of almost eight months of Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Poll: Amid Pandemic, Many Feel Ready To Get Engaged To PartnersApparently the pandemic is helping women to get to know their partner better. Nearly half say one month in quarantine feels like spending a year in a relationship.
Minnesota's Biggest Phobia Is Aquaphobia, According To Search TrendsIowa's search indicates a strong sense of coulrophobia in the state. That's the fear of clowns. North Dakota and South Dakota are both represented by trypanophobia, the fear of needles.
