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The Uplift: Mom and daughter turn old gas station to a getaway destination
Peterson, Minnesota in Fillmore County is known for bluffs, bike trails and a nearly 100-year-old gas station that now serves a new purpose.
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Peterson, Minnesota in Fillmore County is known for bluffs, bike trails and a nearly 100-year-old gas station that now serves a new purpose.
There's one coffee shop in Minneapolis where the "cup of joe" is providing more than just a caffeine boost.
A run-of-the-mill fall turned out to be something much more serious for a family from Waverly.
The zoo's team returned from a 20-hour transport after the pups were medically stable to travel. WCCO got a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to care for them and the plans for their future.
Guest celebrity chef, Yia Vang, brings BIPOC food to Saint John's University students.
Dr. Sheila Flynn, a family medicine doctor with North Memorial Health Clinic in Roseville, was on a flight Sunday into Minneapolis when a teenager on board went into active labor.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is currently protected from mining on federal land for the next 20 years. A small group of people in Ely transformed the issue into a national movement, but the momentum didn't stop there.
A new campaign at Gustavus Adolphus College is connecting students and fostering belonging with something a lot of people carry this time of year: lip balm.
16-year-old kidney transplant recipient, Sylvia Miller from Apple Valley, became a Vikings Cheerleader for Monday Night Football.
A 6-year-old receives a life-saving kidney donation thanks to preschool teacher and a voucher program.
A west metro middle school teacher has quite the story to tell, and now, to his surprise, his blunt and witty words are resonating with hundreds of thousands of people.
The volunteers spend their days making hundreds of wooden toy cars for police to hand out to kids in distress.
A Benilde-St. Margaret's diver has Olympic dreams, and they don't seem so far fetched.
According to the Pew Research Center, the number of people over 65 who own smartphones has gone from 13% to 61% over the last decade. Social media users have gone from 11% to 45% and tablet users from 11% to 45%. A sophomore from The Blake School is helping the older generation learn how to use it properly.
Breast cancer survivors take to the lake as Dragon Divas, racing and empowering each other.
The class was created in response to a referee shortage around the state.
Minnesota girls lacrosse community plays with purpose to stop the stigma against mental health.
St. Paul police arrested a man at Regions Hospital after incendiary devices were allegedly found inside his car last week.
Chris and Cheri Phillips were caught in bureaucratic limbo after their son arrived early on a family trip to Brazil.
From Waterville to Cook, parts of the state are dealing with devastating floods and residents are looking for relief.
A 55-year-old man is accused of shooting and killing a family's therapy dog in a small town southwest of the Twin Cities.
While the music world is still wrapping up celebrations of the 40th anniversary of Prince's landmark "Purple Rain," another honor has been announced for the late Minneapolis rock superstar: a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities.
Neighbors are now waiting for the water to recede so they can begin what will be a long clean-up process.
Two days into his trial, a Minnesota man entered an Alford plea in the kidnapping of a woman who mistook him for a rideshare driver.
Dikes have been built to hold back fast-moving waters from the bridge over Highway 71.
From Waterville to Cook, parts of the state are dealing with devastating floods and residents are looking for relief.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding visitors that it is illegal to remove insects from state parks after reports of people harvesting cicadas.
The city of River Falls is more colorful than it's ever been.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear a challenge to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' partial veto locking in a school funding increase for the next 400 years.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has kept a lower court's ruling banning the use of mobile voting sites in the upcoming presidential election in place for now, a win for Republicans.
Each June, Waubeka, Wisconsin, venerates one of the nation's more enduring symbols with a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans.
Prince fans got the chance to hear a candid interview with one of Prince's favorite collaborators.
When Becky and Scott DeGroot toe the line at Saturday's Grandma's Marathon, they fully anticipate the emotions of the last three years to finally hit them.
Hours before Juneteenth events began in south Minneapolis Wednesday, people in the Longfellow neighborhood already had reason to celebrate.
Tynika Smith, or Ms. T as she's affectionately known in the community, put on a barbecue at Peavy Field Park in Minneapolis for those without a place to go.
During pride month one local bakery is helping to raise funds to support Minnesota's LGBTQ+ community.
Julian Assange founded the WikiLeaks website, which published thousands of confidential leaked documents from sources including the U.S. government, large corporations and personal emails.
Rep. Lauren Boebert opted to face voters in a new district in Colorado.
The New York judge in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" case said he can now speak about witnesses and the jury, as long as he doesn't reveal jurors' identities.
Photos included as exhibits in a court filing from special counsel Jack Smith show former President Donald Trump's keepsakes alongside sensitive government records.
A CBS News investigation found ChatGPT gave incorrect or incomplete answers to some questions about how to vote in battleground states in the U.S. presidential election.
Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities.
The Minnesota e-bike rebate application period is slated to reopen next week — this time with safeguards in place to manage the high demand.
Dale Wills, CEO of Centra Companies, says affordable homes in and around the metro are often bought before they're finished being built.
Black Garnet Books' Dionne Sims is looking to hand off ownership of her beloved St. Paul bookstore to pursue her next dream.
Minnesota patients facing mounting medical debt could soon catch a break thanks to a new law.
St. Paul police arrested a man at Regions Hospital after incendiary devices were allegedly found inside his car last week.
Two days into his trial, a Minnesota man entered an Alford plea in the kidnapping of a woman who mistook him for a rideshare driver.
A 55-year-old man is accused of shooting and killing a family's therapy dog in a small town southwest of the Twin Cities.
Police say Iowa receiver Kaleb Brown was arrested for operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and possessing a fake driver's license.
Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Monday night on St. Paul's east side.
The LB.1 variant makes up close to 1 in 5 new COVID cases, the CDC estimates.
The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy came as the U.S. grappled with another summer weekend marked by deadly mass shootings.
A Minnesota nonprofit is working to break down barriers surrounding mental health and start important conversations among those working the frontline of public safety.
You've probably seen all of the commercials lately for the latest personal hygiene trend: Whole body deodorant. So, what is it? And do we actually need it? Good Question.
When Becky and Scott DeGroot toe the line at Saturday's Grandma's Marathon, they fully anticipate the emotions of the last three years to finally hit them.
While the music world is still wrapping up celebrations of the 40th anniversary of Prince's landmark "Purple Rain," another honor has been announced for the late Minneapolis rock superstar: a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos."
Wild Thang, an 8-year-old Pekingese from Oregon, beat seven other competitors to gain the title world's ugliest dog at the Sonoma-Marin Fair on Friday.
Downtown Minneapolis will shut down after rush hour on Friday night, as thousands are expected to celebrate Prince and the 40th anniversary of "Purple Rain."
Fans across the globe are preparing to come to Minneapolis to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Purple Rain."
Bridget Carleton scored 23 points and Napheesa Collier added 21 to help the Minnesota Lynx win their first Commissioner's Cup championship with a 94-89 victory over the New York Liberty.
Gold medalist Athing Mu was widely expected to represent the U.S. again at the Paris Olympics. A fall during the 800-meter final at U.S. trials dashed those hopes.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have signed head coach Chris Finch to a four-year contract extension coming off the franchise's best finish in 20 seasons.
Police say Iowa receiver Kaleb Brown was arrested for operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and possessing a fake driver's license.
The Florida Panthers made history Monday night in front of more than 19,000 fans at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, beating the Edmonton Oilers to win their first Stanley Cup.
Believe it or not, early voting starts this coming Friday for Minnesota's Aug. 13 primary. In some cases, the primary will likely decide the final outcome. As Esme Murphy reports in Talking Points, one of the big showdowns is a rematch between Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and former Minneapolis City Councilmember Don Samuels.
One of the big showdowns in August's primary is the Fifth Congressional District rematch between Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels.
Starting July 1, a new law will make Minnesota only the 15th state to allow adoptees full access to their original birth certificate.
Starting July 1, a new law will make Minnesota only the 15th state to allow adoptees full access to their original birth certificate. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Penny Needham about what's next for adoptees.
Starting July 1, a new law will make Minnesota only the 15th state to allow adoptees full access to their original birth certificate. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with 82-year-old Mary Jo Lindeberg, an adoptee who believes this law will finally allow her to connect with family. Murphy also spoke with Pat Glisky, a birth mother who welcomes the new law.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
By the weekend, several Minnesota rivers are expected to reach dangerously high levels. Some might even break records. Predicting if and when that could happen is complicated.
Trees, yards and gardens are lush with all the rain recently. But some people wonder if the weather has also helped stop a pesky problem this time of year.
You've probably seen all of the commercials lately for the latest personal hygiene trend: Whole body deodorant. So, what is it? And do we actually need it? Good Question.
On Wednesday, the United States celebrates Juneteenth. It's a distinction shared by only 10 other special days. So, we wanted to know: How are federal holidays created? And how does that designation affect each state? Good Question.
Finding the best way to exercise is different from person to person. So too is how they measure progress along the way.
Many Minnesotans will be cleaning up Thursday from a storm system that brought sizable hail, heavy winds and possible tornado touchdowns.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Passing clouds and isolated showers are expected early Wednesday before sunshine takes over in the Twin Cities.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames says passing clouds and isolated showers are expected early Wednesday before sunshine takes over in the Twin Cities.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Wednesday will be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 70s.
Neighbors are now waiting for the water to recede so they can begin what will be a long clean-up process.
Meteorologist Joseph Dames says passing clouds and isolated showers are expected early Wednesday before sunshine takes over in the Twin Cities.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says Wednesday will be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 70s.
By the weekend, several Minnesota rivers are expected to reach dangerously high levels. Some might even break records. Predicting if, and when, that could happen is complicated. How do you forecast flooding? Good Question. Jeff Wagner shows us the tools used to measure rising rivers.
It's a story with twists and turns, but ultimately, the happy ending many were praying for. A baby born prematurely abroad is back home for the first time in Minnesota. Baby Greyson and his parents spent 51 days in a NICU and even longer battling a foreign government for legal documents. WCCO's Adam Duxter shares the heartwarming homecoming.
Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities. WCCO's David Schuman explains how going green wouldn't be possible without a unique Native American business agreement.