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Northern lights expected in Minnesota Thursday night as severe geomagnetic storm hits Earth Get your cameras ready, Minnesota, because a big northern lights show is expected after sundown on Thursday due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm. 10H ago

Minnesota native's brewery wiped out during Hurricane Helene On Sept. 27, New Origin Brewing in Asheville, North Carolina, was completely wiped away by Hurricane Helene — leveled by a train car caught up in the debris. Oct 9

Red Cross volunteers from Minnesota head southeast to help with hurricane relief As Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida, nearly 100 Red Cross volunteers and workers from Minnesota and the Dakotas are ready to help. Oct 9

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Latest Videos NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on Oct. 10, 2024 WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the Northern Lights are likely to be visible tonight throughout much of Minnesota and even as far south as Missouri. 1H ago 03:04

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Everything you need to know about expiration dates Best by, use by, or freeze by, all sorts of dates are printed on the food we buy at the store. How important are expiration dates? Good Question. Kirsten Mitchell found what the dates really mean and we some things may last longer than we think. 1H ago 02:54

Reality Check: Are prisoners and illegal immigrants getting gender-affirming surgery? A new Donald Trump ad claims that Kamala Harris supports government-paid sex-change operations for prisoners and for undocumented migrants. But is that true? 2H ago 01:45

District 45 special race to decide control of Minnesota Senate In a rare special election this November, just one seat will decide the balance of power in the state Senate and decide whether DFL priorities keep getting the green light. 2H ago 02:09

At least 16 dead in Hurricane Milton, rescue efforts underway Florida's governor says nearly 1,000 people and more than 100 animals have been rescued so far. CBS News has confirmed at least 16 people lost their lives. Anna McAllister is in Tampa with the latest. 2H ago 01:52

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Wild hang on to beat Blue Jackets 3-2 in opener Matt Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek scored on a strong night for the second line, Mats Zuccarello added a power-play goal and the Minnesota Wild opened the season by beating former coach Dean Evason and the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2. 1H ago

Lynx stun Liberty with 95-93 overtime win in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals Napheesa Collier's turnaround jumper with 8.8 seconds left lifted the Minnesota Lynx to a 95-93 win over the New York Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. 2H ago

Vikings can trace early success back to the work done in free agency This crop of free agents has been quite the boon for the Minnesota Vikings. 4H ago

Twins fans shocked by sudden announcement of team's sale The Minnesota Twins are officially for sale. After 40 years of ownership, the Pohlad family says they are moving on. 7H ago

Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier leads team back to WNBA Finals The Minnesota Lynx are back in the WNBA Finals for the first time in seven years behind their unassuming and unflappable superstar Napheesa Collier. 13H ago

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How important are expiration dates? Every year, about a third of all food in the United States goes to waste. A healthy portion of that is due to confusion about labeling dates. 1H ago

Vikings fans: Here's what history says about NFL teams that start 5-0. How successful are NFL teams that start 5-0? Good Question. Here's why Vikings fans should be both excited and cautious given the team's history. Oct 9

How were the months named? Calendars have long been debated — and modified — before getting to the 12 months we know today. Oct 4

Why stair exercises may be your best bet for burning calories The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building. Oct 1

When is the best time to book a holiday flight? Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights. Oct 1

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Hopkins elementary school debuts accessible playground Everywhere you look at Glen Lake Elementary School in Hopkins, Minnesota, love is in the air because of what is now on the ground. Oct 9

Bus driver paying it forward after he says job offer saved his life Hess knows first-hand how important it is to help others because it wasn't that long ago that feelings of isolation and despair overcame him. Sep 27

Minneapolis mayor, advocates spar over handling of encampments Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is explaining his call for city staff to "expedite" encampment clearings, while preventing new encampments from forming. Sep 20

Every Meal packs thousands of meals for kids A metro nonprofit is taking on an important fight against child hunger. Sep 20

Bunny's hosting fundraiser for Park Tavern crash victims Twenty percent of sales will go to the victims' families, with owners hoping to raise at least $4,000. Sep 18

Vikings rookie Walter Rouse says late aunt "lit a fire" under him to give back Walter Rouse told his coaches he doesn't want to miss out on any chance to give back to his new community while he's wearing the Vikings jersey. Sep 18

Prayer walk held to push back against gun violence, drug use A group of people from Twin Cities churches walked the streets of north Minneapolis Sunday spreading a message of hope. Sep 15

Minneapolis family shares story with myotonic dystrophy Among those participating are Target, Target Field, IDS Center, Capella Tower, Minneapolis Convention Center and the Interstate 35W Bridge. Sep 15

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Northern lights in Minnesota: Oct. 10, 2024 Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm. 1H ago 12 photos

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. Oct 6 55 photos

Northern lights spotted over Minnesota: Sept. 16, 2024 Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night. Sep 17 7 photos

Minnesota storm photos: Aug. 29, 2024 Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley. Aug 30 11 photos

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Race to decide which party will control state Senate With the Minnesota Senate split 33 Republicans to 33 Democrats, whoever wins the seat will determine not only who will win the state Senate but whether the DFL trifecta in St. Paul lives another session. 1H ago

1 killed in north Minneapolis shooting Minneapolis police say illegal drugs may have been involved in a deadly shooting on the city's northside Thursday afternoon. 3H ago

Minnesota mayor to retire after 45 years When it came to politics, Marvin Johnson was not given much of a choice. In the late 70s, the city council appointed him to one of their open seats. 5H ago

Juan Canario Robles sentenced to 12.5 years for deadly shooting outside Minneapolis bar A 22-year-old Eden Prairie man was sentenced to more than a decade in prison on Thursday for fatally shooting a man last year outside of a popular Minneapolis bar and restaurant. 8H ago

Fire reported at Gay 90s on Thursday The Minneapolis Fire Department is investigating what caused a fire inside Gay 90s Thursday afternoon. 6H ago

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2 injured, 3 arrested after shooting in Itasca County Two people were injured and three were arrested after a shooting in Itasca County on Monday. Oct 8

Minnesota hospitals navigating nationwide IV fluids shortage Minnesota hospitals are scrambling for solutions after the manufacturer of the majority of its IV fluids supply shuttered due to flooding in wake of Hurricane Helene. Oct 8

Northfield swimmers accomplish an "Iron Lady" during swim meet Northfield swim and dive senior captains Edy McLaughlin and Ella Krupicka are a true dynamic duo. They've been swimming together for the Gators since they were in 8th grade, and now they're breaking records together. Oct 7

Rapidan Dam Store reopens in Mankato A beloved family store lost during the flooding in southern Minnesota this summer is reopening in Mankato. Oct 7

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Wisconsin Supreme Court wrangles with Gov. Evers' "crazy" 400-year veto Justices on the Wisconsin Supreme Court say that Gov_ Tony Evers' creative use of his expansive veto power in an attempt to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years appeared to be "extreme" and "crazy.". 13H ago

Trump visits Wisconsin for fourth time in eight days as GOP's swing state worries grow Donald Trump on Sunday visited Wisconsin for the fourth time in eight days as his campaign showers attention on a pivotal state where Republicans fret about his ability to match Democrats' enthusiasm and turnout machine. Oct 6

Wisconsin Democrats, Republicans pick new presidential electors Democrats and Republicans in Wisconsin picked new presidential electors on Tuesday, almost four years after Republicans from the state posed as fake electors for former President Donald Trump. Oct 2

Firefighters battle blaze at Wisconsin railroad tie recycling facility Firefighters are battling a blaze at a railroad tie recycling facility in western Wisconsin. Oct 1

Wisconsin prisons agree to help hearing-impaired inmates under settlement The Wisconsin Department of Corrections has agreed to provide more help to hearing-impaired inmates as part of a settlement with federal investigators. Sep 30

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Minnesota mayor to retire after 45 years When it came to politics, Marvin Johnson was not given much of a choice. In the late 70s, the city council appointed him to one of their open seats. 5H ago

Biden calls on Congress to act on emergency funding after hurricanes President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton. 4H ago

Appeals court weighs fate of DACA protections for 500,000 "Dreamers" DACA has been the subject of a years-long court battle and remains in legal jeopardy due to a lawsuit by Texas and other Republican-led states that oppose the policy. 4H ago

Does female toplessness violate indecent exposure law? Minnesota Supreme Court to weigh in The attorney for a Minnesota woman has told the state Supreme Court that the woman's misdemeanor conviction for going topless in public should be overturned because female breasts are not defined as "private parts" by the state's indecent exposure statute. 13H ago

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St. Paul group helping homeless move into permanent housing An organization in St. Paul is working to get people from tents and shelters into permanent homes. Oct 7

Lunds and Byerlys recalls Lone Star Dip over mold concern Lunds and Byerlys is recalling around 500 containers of their Lone Star Dip because of potential mold contamination. Oct 4

Minneapolis Fed president gives economy "A" grade Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, gives the state of the economy right now high marks and expects more interest rate cuts before the year's end. Oct 4

Postal workers rally in Eagan to demand better from USPS Low staffing, long lines and delayed packages — those are some of the reasons why postal workers across the country Tuesday are demanding more from their employer. Oct 1

When is the best time to book a holiday flight? Travel experts share their tips on when to find the best deals on holiday flights. Oct 1

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1 killed in north Minneapolis shooting Minneapolis police say illegal drugs may have been involved in a deadly shooting on the city's northside Thursday afternoon. 3H ago

14-year-old struck by driver in Duluth on Thursday The 14-year-old walked home after being struck in a crosswalk in Duluth on Thursday. 8H ago

Brooklyn Park police searching for 3 robbers involved in home invasion Police are searching for three armed robbers who stormed into a Brooklyn Park home late Wednesday night. 15H ago

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Drug overdose deaths in Minnesota drop 1st time in 5 years Drug overdose deaths in Minnesota dropped by 8% in 2023 compared to the year before, preliminary data from the state's health department show. 5H ago

Neighbors bond over breast cancer journeys as rates rise among AAPI women New data shows the breast cancer rate is growing each year in women under 50, with the highest increase in Asian American and Pacific Islander women. Oct 9

What is "runner's high"? And what happens in our bodies to create it? Twin Cities Marathon runners might still be recovering from Sunday's run, but that doesn't mean they're not basking in the bliss of finishing a long race. Oct 7

Prior Lake opts out of Minnesota's free school meals program Prior Lake is one of just two public schools in the state choosing to opt out of Minnesota's universal free school meals program. Oct 8

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CBS announces its 2024-25 prime-time schedule The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more. 15H ago

MLB will broadcast Twins' local games next season Major League Baseball announced Tuesday it will produce and distribute local broadcasts for the Minnesota Twins, Cleveland Guardians and Milwaukee Brewers next year. Oct 9

Tim Walz makes 1st late-night appearance as VP candidate on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" Gov. Tim Walz made his first late-night appearance as the vice presidential candidate Monday, talking with Jimmy Kimmel about subjects as varied as gun violence, hotdish recipes and Diet Mountain Dew. Oct 8

Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston's mother and Grammy winner, dies at age 91 Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin. Oct 7

Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," dies at 60 Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers." Oct 1

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