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Walz to make third term run decision "in the next couple of weeks"

Gov. Tim Walz was among the first people to pass through the gates of the Minnesota State Fair on its opening day Thursday, where he spoke to WCCO's Heather Brown and A.J. Hilton about when he'll make a decision on running for a third term in 2026.

Klobuchar warns of AI's dangers after "deepfake" video surfaces

Amy Klobuchar, Minnesota's senior U.S. senator, says someone used AI to simulate her voice, making a "vulgar and absurd" critique of the controversial American Eagle jeans ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney.

Erik Menendez denied parole after decades in prison

California officials have denied Erik Menendez parole after he spent decades in prison for killing his parents in 1989.

Hamel mobile home fire kills man

A man is dead after a mobile home fire overnight Thursday in Hamel, Minnesota.

Summer warmth for Thursday's start to Minnesota State Fair

Expect a beautiful start to the Minnesota State Fair on Thursday, with sunshine and seasonable temperatures topping off in the low 80s.

Vikings trade Phillips to Jets, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the New York Jets have agreed to trade for veteran nose tackle Harrison Phillips from the Minnesota Vikings.

U of M's trend-bucking embrace of the pass to be tested

Max Brosmer's short-but-stellar stay shaped Minnesota into a dangerous passing team last season.

Athletics beat Twins 4-2

Shea Langeliers hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning and the Athletics beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 on Wednesday night.

It's been 50 years since WCCO's booth debuted at the State Fair

It's been 50 years since WCCO has been at its current location at the "Great Minnesota Get-Together."

Wright County couple celebrates 70 years of marriage

"We held hands and said, 'Let's ask God if we can grow old together.' And here we are," they said. "We're going to take it another year."

72nd Princess Kay of the Milky Way named

Malorie Thorson became the 72nd Princess Kay of the Milky Way on Wednesday, the eve of the 2025 Minnesota State Fair.

What's the typical weather forecast for the Minnesota State Fair?

The sun is shining bright over the fairgrounds for all the finishing touches ahead of the "Great Minnesota Get-Together." But Mother Nature isn't always this cooperative.

Police officer's death puts spotlight on mental health

The Le Sueur Police Department on Monday announced the passing of Karl Haugen, 41, who the department said served the Le Sueur-Henderson community since 2008.

Grandma's craft store sees influx of customers after viral Facebook marketplace post

A grandma's quiet craft shop in Holdingford, Minnesota, got a big surprise thanks to her loving grandson and a viral Facebook post.