USDA To Crack Down On Organic Food Label Fraud

New rules from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will make it harder to claim the "organic" label on foods.

Law Enforcement Across Minnesota Turning To Hennepin County Sheriff's Office For Its Facial Recognition Software

Officers around the state enlist the help of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, the only law enforcement agency that has the technology.

Minnesota Democrats Moving Ahead With State Paid Leave Program Proposal, Which They Call A "Top Priority"

Under the plan, Minnesotans would be eligible for 12 weeks to care for a family member, including a newborn baby, and more.

"I Have Done Nothing Wrong": Mike Lindell Says MyPillow Lost $100 Million After Election Fraud Claims

This comes as Lindell is facing a $1.3 billion defamation lawsuit over his promotion of the Big Lie, as well as the FBI seizing his phone.

Derek Chauvin's Attorneys To Ask Minnesota Court Of Appeals For New Trial

Attorneys for the man convicted of murdering George Floyd will be in court Wednesday in the hopes of getting him a new trial.

Nearly 1,000 Minnesota PCA Applicants Are Stuck In Background Check Limbo

Amidst Minnesota's personal care assistant (PCA) staffing shortage, there are some people who want to work but can't.

House Committee Advances "Universal School Meal" Bill, Providing Breakfast And Lunch At No Cost To All Students

"This is the way to make sure that kids are fed," Colleen Moriarty, executive director of Hunger Solutions Minnesota, told lawmakers.

Family Of Deshaun Hill, Minneapolis Public Schools Reach $500K Settlement 1 Year After His Shooting Death

The teen was shot and killed a few blocks from the high school on Feb. 9, 2021, on a day we're told students were encouraged to leave early.

Fmr. Hennepin Co. Sheriff Dave Hutchinson Gets Previous Police Job Back, With More Pay

The controversial former top cop of Hennepin County is now collecting a paycheck from a different department.

DFL Lawmakers Push Voting Package At Capitol That Would Expand Access, Protect Poll Workers

DFL leaders say action on voting is among top priorities this session now that they have taken control of both the House and Senate.

Social Security Tax Elimination To Be Considered By Minnesota Lawmakers

Minnesota is one of only 12 states that taxes Social Security income.

Angie Craig Demands Answers For Long Delays In Mail Deliveries For South Metro Suburbs

Craig represents Dakota, Scott, Goodhue and Wabasha counties as well as parts of Rice and Washington counties.

2023 Session Preview: Democrats To Wield Power When MN Legislature Convenes

The main job of Minnesota's legislative sessions in odd-numbered years is to set the budget for the next two years.

Minnesota House Committee Approves Plans For $500M Renovation For The State Office Building

Staff and security at the capitol complex warned of the dire needs of the 90-year-old building they say is in disrepair.

Minnesota House Panel To Vote On Remodel Of State Office Building

"Every time the doors open, I have concerns about the infrastructure, if we're gonna have some type of a failure," Meyerson said.

Gov. Walz Visits Minnesota National Guard Troops In Kuwait

The DFL governor says despite some tough years, Minnesota continues to lead the nation in guard recruiting.

Federal Grant Will Help DNR Restore Moose Habitat

The DNR said the goal is to restore three areas of 10,000 to 50,000 acres each in northeastern parts of the state.

New House Minority Leader Rep. Lisa Demuth Is Focused On "Moving Forward" After Republican Midterm Losses

The new legislative session starts in less than a month, and it promises to be a blockbuster.

With Minnesota's $17B Surplus, Could "Walz Checks" Get Passed At The Legislature?

Minnesota's staggering $17 billion surplus has some wondering - will the governor's proposal of rebate checks still be on the table?

Mpls. City Council Approves $3.3B Biennial Budget

This is Frey's first biennial budget, and it totals $3.37 billion over the next two years.

St. Paul City Council To Vote On 2023 Budget Wednesday

Mayor Melvin Carter initially proposed a $780 million budget that would've included a property tax levy increase of more than 15%.

Minnesota Sues THC Company After Edibles Sickened Teens

The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy is seeking a court order to destroy $7 million worth of the company’s products.

MN Board Of Pharmacy Files Lawsuit Against Companies Selling THC Products That "Far Exceed" Legal Limits

The lawsuit alleges the businesses also violated state law because the gummies resemble products marketed to children, which is prohibited.

Minnesota Board Accepts Anti-Drug Aid For Minority Students

A southern Minnesota school district voted Monday to accept a $1.1 million state grant meant to help curb drug use among students of color.

After Years Of Stalemate, Democrats See Opportunity For Gun Control Measures With Total Control Of Minnesota Government

Speaker Melissa Hortman listed gun violence prevention as an issue her caucus would pass "quickly" when the legislature convenes again.

Minnesota Republicans Reckoning With Midterm Losses Ahead Of 2024

Republicans gave the DFL a rare trifecta -- control of both houses of the legislature and the governor's Office.

Sen. Amy Klobuchar Calls For Hearing, Federal Investigation Into Taylor Swift Ticketmaster Fiasco

This comes as the company canceled the general public sale of tickets originally scheduled for Friday.

Police Chief: Golden Valley School Wants A Warrant Before Handing Over Video Of Student With Gun

A Golden Valley middle school has confirmed that there was in fact a weapon on their campus.

Record Number Of Muslim Americans Elected In 2022 Midterms

Republican Mehmet Oz would have been the nation's first Muslim senator had he won his seat in Pennsylvania.

Rush City Leaders Reverse Order For Removal Of Salon's Racial Inclusivity Mural

There are new details to share about the controversy surrounding a Minnesota main street mural.

In Final Days Of Campaign, Minnesota Republicans, Democrats Get Boosts From National Party Leaders

Democrats from Sen. Amy Klobuchar to Gov. Tim Walz warned at stake this election are education, abortion rights and the future of democracy.

Federal Judge Denies Mike Lindell's Request To Access Search Warrant Materials, Return Seized Cell Phone

A federal judge has denied Mike Lindell's motion to obtain a search warrant application, and the return of his cell phone.

Good Question: How Are Votes Counted On Election Day?

Millions will vote in next week's mid-term elections. Here in Minnesota, we have one of the highest turnouts in the country.

Dems Are Spending Big Bucks On State Senate Ads: Are They Effective?

Are these ads really effective? Esme Murphy takes a look.

Why The 2022 Midterm Election Results May Not Be Known Right Away

It's the night of the election, and polls have been closed for hours. Why don't Americans know who the winners are?

1 Month In, Minneapolis Officials Say "Operation Endeavor" Showing Results

Gun-related calls are down 30%, shooting victims are down 29% and carjackings are down 65% according to the report.

Do Political Endorsements Matter?

WCCO's Jeff Wagner learned what it takes for one to actually impact elections.

Out-Of-State Money Flows To Minnesota As Governors Race Tightens

The Republican Governors Association last week donated $750,000 to a local political fund, campaign finance records show.

Social Workers To Join MPD To Help With Mental Health, Addiction Issues

Hennepin County social workers are coming to the department to help with MPD's response to mental health and addiction issues.

Ellison, Schultz Offer Differing Visions For Attorney General's Office

Ellison has been in this spot before. Four years ago, October polls showed him trailing Republican Doug Wardlow.