Minnesota Hospitals Still Battling Surge In Patients; Two Hospitals Grateful For Extension Of Military Assistance

“We were able to manage these last 30 days with a little less strain on our staff and a great deal of boost to the morale of our staff.”

Omicron Forcing Venues To Adjust New Year's Eve Plans

WCCO's Ren Clayton found out the status of Twin Cities New Year's Eve shows and parties.

Listeria Concerns Spur Salad Recall In MN, 18 Other States

Salads sold under the Fresh Express and other private labels in Minnesota are being recalled after listeria contamination was detected.

843 MN Schools On COVID-19 Outbreak List Amid Omicron Surge

The omicron variant accounts for over 70 percent of new COVID-19 cases, new data suggests.

Cooked Ham, Pepperoni Recalled In Minnesota Over Listeria Risk

More than 2.3 million pounds of pork products produced by Michigan-based Alexander & Hornung have been recalled.

Nonprofit Gives Prior Lake Mother ‘Best Christmas Ever'

To make Bagges’ holiday brighter, the nonprofit Best Christmas Ever showed up Wednesday night with a choir and presents for the kids.

Walgreens Limiting COVID Tests For Shoppers As Demand Surges

The Illinois-based company announced Tuesday a four-item purchase limit on at-home COVID-19 testing products.

Good Question: What Makes Omicron Variant So Transmissible?

If it isn't already, state health leaders anticipate that the Omicron variant will be the most dominant strain in Minnesota by week's end.

Good Question: How Reliable Are At-Home COVID Tests?

Last-minute gifts aren't the only items flying off shelves. Holiday travelers are grabbing rapid COVID-19 tests before visiting loved ones.

As Winter Kicks Into Gear, Time To Check Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors

“Sold a lot this year, recently. Just the time of year. They always pick up this time of year,” Young said.

Keeping Your Heart Healthy While Shoveling Snow

But as you shovel this winter, the American Heart Association is warning of the risks to your health.

COVID In Minnesota: 58 More Deaths Reported, Along With 4,554 More Cases

Seven of the deaths in Friday's count happened in November.

MN Medical Cannabis Program To Add Infused Edibles

Cannabis-infused gummies and chews will be available to eligible patients starting​ Aug. 1, 2022, health officials announced Wednesday.

Vaccine Data Released For Minnesota Kids Ages 5 To 11

​Children ages 5 to 11 became eligible to receive the vaccine in early November. Kids under 5 are still not yet eligible.

New Omicron Variant: What Minnesotans Should Know

The new omicron variant has not been confirmed in Minnesota, but that doesn't mean Minnesotans can't prepare.

Boosters Available To All Adults: Where To Find One In Minnesota

Minnesota health officials are recommending booster shots to all adults in the state who have already received a coronavirus vaccine.

Staying Safe In MN During Thanksgiving: CDC Guidance

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued updated holiday guidance in October as Americans prepare for celebrations.

Positivity Rate Hits 2021 High; 4,718 COVID-19 Cases, 37 Deaths

Minnesota’s positivity rate reached its highest point of 2021 on Monday, days after the state was declared America’s new COVID-19 hot spot.

National Guard Activated To Support Long-Term Care Staff: Walz

The governor has also proposed spending $50 million in federal funding to help long-term care facilities hire and retain employees.

Local Woman Starts All-Natural Cosmetic Company

Local woman takes the natural benefits of Wisconsin and Minnesota's resources for all-natural beauty products for women.

Minnesota Is Now America's 'COVID-19 Hot Spot'

The COVID-19 positivity rate in the Land of 10,000 Lakes now leads the nation.

How To Get An Affordable Flu Shot In Minnesota

GoodRx is working with leading pharmacy chains to get you lower prices for your flu shot.

E. coli Outbreak In Minnesota Linked To Baby Spinach

So far at least two people — one in the Twin Cities metro and one in rural Minnesota — have been infected, health officials said.

MN COVID-19 Deaths Before Thanksgiving: Comparing 2021 To 2020

One advantage that Minnesota residents have ahead of this Thanksgiving is the vaccine.

Kids Begin Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine

More kids are heading back to school today with a dose of protection against COVID-19.

COVID In MN: No Open Beds For Critical Patients, Itasca County Says

“The community needs to know that this has never been more serious,” Itasca County Public Health spokesperson Kelly Chandler said.

Graph Compares MN COVID-19 Death Rates Based On Vaccine Status

An updated graph shows how many fully vaccinated Minnesotans have died from COVID-19 compared to those not fully vaccinated.

‘It's Really Hard And Really Tiring': COVID Surge Taking Large Toll On Rural Minnesota Hospitals

WCCO traveled to Sauk Centre where finding a hospital bed to get better for weeks has been a struggle.

MN Hospital Safety Ratings: 12 'A' Grades, 5 'D' Grades On List

The nonprofit graded nearly 3,000 hospitals in Minnesota and across the country on how well they prevent errors, infections, and more.

‘I Feel Like He's Forgotten About': MN Woman Seeks Answers In Husband's COVID Death At Air Force Base

Technical Sergeant Michael Morris was 36 when he died in January, alone in his home on base in Aviano, Italy. Questions remain.

Best Nursing Homes In MN: 2022 Ratings Released

The annual list compiled by U.S. News & World Report rates thousands of nursing homes based on care, rate of complaints, and more.

Interview: Student Athletes And Mental Health

Dr. Sarah Paper from Allina Health discusses how parents and student athletes can recognize mental health challenges and get help.

Minnesota Commits To Reducing Carbon Footprint

Minnesota has been trying to reduce carbon emissions for nearly 16 years now.

639 MN Schools On Weekly Coronavirus Outbreak List

Last week's list included 559 schools in Minnesota.

These MN Schools Had Biggest COVID-19 Outbreaks: LIST

Minnesota health officials now provide a range of how many cases there were and the week that those cases were reported.

New Website Lets Minnesota Parents Schedule Vaccine For Kids 5-11

CVS, Walgreens, and Hy-Vee are among the pharmacies offering the vaccine in Minnesota.

Minnesota's COVID 'Reinfection Rates' Released For 1st Time

The new data indicates that contracting and recovering COVID-19 once doesn't mean you have guaranteed protection from it in the future.

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Daughter, Test Positive For COVID

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan tested positive for COVID-19 after caring for her 8-year-old daughter, who tested positive earlier in October.

559 MN Schools On This Week's COVID-19 Outbreak List

The list of K-12 schools in Minnesota with COVID-19 outbreaks continues to grow each week.

Gov. Walz Unveils Plan To Vaccinate 5 To 11-Year-Olds In MN

"Every 5-11-year-old in Minnesota deserves the protection the COVID-19 vaccine has to offer," Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday.