WCCO – CBS Minnesota
Why Minnesotans say they're are voting in the 2026 midterm elections
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- Why Minnesotans say they're are voting in the 2026 midterm elections
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- 🚨WCCO asked Minnesotans what their top issues were heading into the voting booths today. Nearly all of them mentioned the cost of living and several mentioned concerns for the climate. 🗳️The 2026 midterm elections are here and WCCO has you covered. Watch our live streaming special starting at 8 p.m. for the latest election results and analysis. Watch at the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/live/xXSyunLBBuE
#minnesota #election #politics
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- LIVE Midterm Election Special #shorts
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- 0:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Watch Minnesota election coverage right here on YouTube! Subscribe to the WCCO YouTube channel and watch our LIVE Midterm Election special starting at 8pm Tuesday, November 3.
#minnesota #election #politics
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- Minnesota Midterm Election Results Could Come In Later Than Expected
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- 🗳️The 2026 midterm elections are here and WCCO has you covered. Watch our live streaming special starting at 8 p.m. for the latest election results and analysis. Watch at the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/live/xXSyunLBBuE
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- Meet the Players fueling Lakeville South's chase for 3rd straight state title
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Lakeville South girls volleyball squad has designs on another state crown. Ren Clayton got to know their outside hitter, Elleora Utecht, who comes from a very athletic family.
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- Minnesota voters discuss civic engagement amid conversations about immigration
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- 3:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Federal agents came to Minnesota late last year and earlier this year in an effort to enforce immigration laws. The U.S. Census shows that one in 11 Minnesotans was born outside the United States. These immigrants have a strong track record for voting. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield speaks with voters.
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- Preventing fraud at top of mind for candidates in Minnesota governor’s race
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- 5:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Who will be the next person to run Minnesota? DFL candidate Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Republican Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth are vying for the job. Caroline Cummings shares details about the race.
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- Minnesota U.S. Senate race could decide balance of power
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Voters are braving the rain Tuesday evening in the Twin Cities in part to help decide the balance of power in the United States Senate, with sportscaster Michele Tafoya facing off against Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
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- What are Minnesotans top issues in the 2026 midterm elections?
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- 🚨WCCO asked Minnesotans what their top issues were heading into the voting booths today. Nearly all of them mentioned the cost of living and several mentioned concerns for the climate. 🗳️The 2026 midterm elections are here and WCCO has you covered. Watch our live streaming special starting at 8 p.m. for the latest election results and analysis. Watch at the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/live/xXSyunLBBuE
#minnesota #election #politics
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- Twin Cities voters lay out midterm issues driving them to the polls
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A head election judge at a polling station in St. Paul, Minnesota, says they're seeing a pre-2020 level of turnout Tuesday night for the midterm elections.
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- Minnesota Orchestra to showcase sounds of the Nordic region
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- 4:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Minnesota Orchestra is gearing up for its Nordic Soundscapes Festival. The fun begins Thursday, Nov. 5. Pianist Jon Kimura Parker, who is taking part in the event, stopped by "The 4" to share what people can expect.
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- Why the Children's Theatre Company put an ice rink inside its facility
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- 4:29
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Children's Theatre Company in Minneapolis is offering people the chance to go ice skating inside its facility. Irene Green, the director of external relations for the organization, explains the inspiration behind the experience.
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- Rain showers to continue in Minnesota through Wednesday | Nov. 3, 2026
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- 4:21
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Minnesotans will want to have their umbrella handy again on Wednesday, Nov. 4, as there will be a few more rounds of rain across much of the state, NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says.
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- Wisconsin voters reflect on Election Day after making their choice for governor
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- It's not just Minnesota voters making big decisions at the polls today. Wisconsinites are also voting for new leadership, including in the governor's office. WCCO's Frankie McLister spoke with voters in Hudson.
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- Here are some reminders for midterm voters who have yet to head to the polls
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- 5:31
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Voters in Minnesota and Wisconsin are deciding who will lead their states Tuesday. Residents in both states will pick new governors and there's a U.S. Senate seat up for grabs in Minnesota. There are also a number of important races that will decide the balance of power. Beret Leone and Jason Rantala report.
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- Election Day 2026: Minnesotans Flock to Polls in Record Numbers | Nov. 3
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- 14:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Number 1.
Today is Midterm Election Day. We spoke with Secretary of State Steve Simon at the polls on his confidence in elections security.
Number 2.
Voters will decide the balance of power in Minnesota. A lot is on the line as far as the state legislature is concerned.
Number 3.
We're following the historic race for governor. Both major party candidates are women in Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Rep. Lisa Demuth, and Minnesota has never elected a female governor, which will of course change today.
Number 4.
In addition to candidates, every Minnesotan will see at least one question, or more, about funding for schools.
Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for this episode of 4 Things to Know.
#News #Election #Midterms
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- Twin Cities could get another half inch to an inch before the storm ends Thursday | Nov. 3, 2026
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- 3:54
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says waves of steadier rain continue through the evening and overnight and all day Wednesday, with drizzle or showers early Thursday. Winds stay lighter in the east until late Wednesday, when gusts pick up from the Red River Valley toward the Twin Cities.
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- Trump wraps weeks of rallying for the GOP with remarks at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
- Runtime
- 2:02
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- The president said Democrats nominated the “most extreme and dangerous slate of candidates in American history.” Early voting set records in precincts across the country, CBS News’ Jarred Hill reports.
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- Election Day in Minnesota: 983,000 early ballots, governor’s race, school funding amendment and more
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- 9:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- The Secretary of State says more than 983,000 Minnesotans voted early and the total will top 1 million after absentee ballots arrive. Polls close at 8 p.m., and the Minnesota House is tied 67-67 going in.
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- “A book boutique”: A new store has porcelain floors, gold chandeliers and room for author events
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- 3:52
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Owner Danielle Weber says she chose a space with enough capacity to keep hosting author events, community gatherings and speed reading events. Supporters helped fund the campaign in a matter of weeks, and she hopes to host a winter Christmas market.
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- Election Day in Minnesota: Polls open, same-day registration, the races to watch, and more
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Polls opened at 7 a.m., and anyone in line by 8 p.m. can still vote. WCCO also covers same-day registration, record early turnout and the governor, attorney general and U.S. Senate races.
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- Election Day weather in Minnesota: Rain in the Twin Cities this morning, with a possible dry window
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- 2:31
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- WCCO’s Joseph Dames says showers move into the metro through the morning, with more breaks around early afternoon. Voters heading out should have a rain jacket or umbrella, he says. Polls are open until 8 p.m.
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- Minnesota weather to feature scattered showers on Election Day
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Voters heading to the polls on Tuesday in Minnesota may want to bring an umbrella, as off-and-on rain is expected across much of the state throughout the day, NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says.
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- Why homeowners insurance premiums have spiked in Minnesota
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Minnesota home insurance premiums are going through the roof. A new report found they've jumped 55% in the past decade. WCCO's Derek James explains what's behind the growing expense and what lawmakers could do about it.
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- LIVE: Breaking news and latest headlines on WCCO's Live Desk
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- 23:45
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- WCCO has the latest headlines and breaking news — as it's happening — from the Live Desk, streaming on both CBS News Minnesota and YouTube.
#wcco #morningnews #breakingnews #minnesota
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- Political science professor explains why incumbents rarely lose
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- 2:53
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- One of the biggest advantages a candidate can have on Tuesday is whether they've won before. In this Good Question, Jeff Wagner learns why incumbents rarely lose and what it takes to beat them.
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- Minnesota candidates make final push ahead of Election Day
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- 4:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- On Tuesday night, the polls will be closed and Minnesota residents will begin to learn who voters have chosen to lead. More than 885,000 Minnesotans have already cast ballots during the early voting period. On Monday night, candidates made a final election-eve push trying to sway people. Ashley Grams heard from some of them.
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- Nearly 900K Minnesotans have voted early in the 2026 midterms
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- 🗳️WCCO's 2026 Midterm Election Guide is your one-stop resource for getting ready to vote. You can meet the candidates, check your registration, find your polling place and learn about early and absentee voting. WCCO News will have full coverage and live results on Election Day. Watch it at the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/live/xXSyunLBBuE
#minnesota #election #politics
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- Why a Lakeville café is getting national recognition
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- A small coffee shop in the south metro is getting national recognition. Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and reporter Jeff Wagner show why Tapestry Coffee in Lakeville is earning some serious bragging rights.
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- Steve Simon shares what to know about federal election monitors in Minnesota
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A record number of Minnesotans have turned out to vote early. The secretary of state said Monday that nearly 900,000 people had already cast their ballots. Thousands more are expected to vote at the polls on Tuesday, and some are worried about election security. John Lauritsen heard from Secretary of State Steve Simon about plans for a safe and secure election.
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- Minnesota legislative control up for grabs in midterms
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- 2:55
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Control of the Minnesota State Capitol is on the ballot in the 2026 midterms. The Minnesota House is tied with 67 seats for each party, which is rare. In the Senate, Democrats have a one-seat majority. Caroline Cummings reports on the push for power in St. Paul.
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- Crosby-Ironton great Tori Oehrlein makes Gopher women's basketball debut
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A lot of fans at "The Barn" for the Gopher women's home opener, including a big crowd from the Brainerd Lakes area, are in attendance to catch Tori Oehrlein make her team debut.
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- College students are unusually energized for the midterms
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Voters will make their final decision at the polls Tuesday, and a group not known for showing up seems unusually energized to cast a ballot.
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- Flanagan, Tafoya make final case to Minnesota voters in Senate race
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Who will Minnesotans send to Washington, D.C., as their next Senator? The race between Democratic Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Republican Michele Tafoya could decide which party controls the chamber.
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- 2 arrested on suspicion of murder in the disappearance of "SNL" writer Jimmy Fowlie’s sister
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Los Angeles police arrested Christina Downer’s boyfriend, Delorean Bijon Brandon, 41, and Kaylee Nicole Markowski, 34, on Thursday, nearly a year after Downer was reported missing. Her body hasn’t been found. Both are held on $2 million bail.
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- Minnesota weather: Monday’s soaker topped an inch in St. Cloud and Mora
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- 4:38
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The rain has been heavy north of the Twin Cities and west near Willmar, and a weather watcher in Chanhassen picked up about 6/10 of an inch. He says another half inch or more could follow, bringing the Twin Cities to at least an inch, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
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- Minnesota sets a record for midterm early voting, with more than 886,000 ballots cast already
- Runtime
- 4:56
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- The Secretary of State’s office reports 886,427 early ballots through Sunday, easily topping the 2022 midterm record of 687,062. Nearly 69,000 people had voted early in Minneapolis, and voters showed up in the rain.
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- Voters west of the Twin Cities can expect steadier rain and stronger wind on Election Day
- Runtime
- 2:09
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- The steadier rain will continue to the north and west, WCCO’s Mike Augustyniak says, and it will be much windier west of the metro, where a regionwide voting forecast shows a longer stretch of clouds and rain.
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- Dentist out of ICE custody, green card appeal back on track after paperwork problems #shorts
- Runtime
- 1:08
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- #wcco #ice #localnews #operationmetrosurge
NEW: A Canadian-born dentist is OUT of ICE custody after an immediate deportation order was thrown out by a judge. Conor Wight shows why ICE apprehended him in the first place, and breaks down how that case didn't stand up in court.
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- Minnesota DFL holds optimistic rally ahead of midterm election day
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- 🗳️WCCO's 2026 Midterm Election Guide is your one-stop resource for getting ready to vote. You can meet the candidates, check your registration, find your polling place and learn about early and absentee voting. WCCO News will have full coverage and live results on Election Day. Watch it at the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/live/xXSyunLBBuE
#minnesota #election #politics
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- Chaotic scene at vendor's market in St. Paul, police say no shots fired
- Runtime
- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- #wcco #news #localnews #shorts
A crowd was sent into a panic after a false alarm at a Union Depot vendor’s market in St. Paul. Witnesses say they heard a loud sound similar to a gunshot, but police say they found no evidence that shots were fired. A.J. Hilton has the latest.
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- Election Day Preview: Governor, U.S. Senate and Attorney General Race Updates | Nov. 2
- Runtime
- 17:25
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Number 1.
Less than 24 hours until Election Day, and Minnesota is already breaking early voting records. Nearly 900,000 people have cast ballots statewide. We're breaking down what you need to know before heading to the polls.
Number 2.
The race for Minnesota governor is heating up. New polling shows Democrat Amy Klobuchar with a growing lead over Republican Lisa Demuth. Political analysts explain what's driving the numbers.
Number 3.
Minnesota's U.S. Senate race is still competitive. Democrat Peggy Flanagan leads Republican Michele Tafoya in the latest polls, but third-party ads and outside endorsements are adding to the drama.
Number 4.
It's another tight race for Minnesota attorney general. Recent polls show incumbent Keith Ellison with a narrow lead over Republican challenger Ron Schutz. We break down what could decide the race.
Plus, a Canadian dentist detained by ICE is back home with his family, police i...
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- When will this rainy Minnesota weather end? | Nov. 2, 2026
- Runtime
- 4:02
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak has the latest forecast.
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- Rain isn’t keeping early voters away from Minnesota polls Monday
- Runtime
- 3:40
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- We’ve seen a strong and steady stream of voters in and out this morning despite the soggy start. Don’t forget the dedicated election workers directing and assisting folks out in the rain, too.
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- Wisconsin faith leaders volunteer as poll chaplains ahead of election
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Clergy across Wisconsin are training to serve as poll chaplains, offering a “peaceful presence” and a friendly welcome to voters as Election Day approaches. The Wisconsin Council of Churches and its partners say the volunteers, who come from different faith traditions and political views, aim to bring a sense of security to their communities. They follow state guidelines and stay more than 100 feet from polling places.
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- 2 found dead in North St. Paul home
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- An investigation is underway after police in North St. Paul, Minnesota, discovered two adults dead inside a home on Sunday.
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- MINNESOTA MIDTERM VOTERS DECIDE BETWEEN TOM EMMER AND DOUG CHAPIN
- Runtime
- 3:11
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- 🗳️WCCO's 2026 Midterm Election Guide is your one-stop resource for getting ready to vote. You can meet the candidates, check your registration, find your polling place and learn about early and absentee voting. Find it at the link in bio.
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- Minnesota weather: wet roads and an early sunset make for a tricky Monday commute | Nov. 2, 2026
- Runtime
- 3:31
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- An area of low pressure drags across the Upper Midwest over the next 48 hours. Steady, moderate to heavy rain is falling in the west and northwest, and the wind is strongest this afternoon, settling down overnight, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
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- Soaking rain to start the week, colder days ahead in Minnesota weather | Nov. 2, 2026
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Joseph Dames has the latest forecast.
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- Just 1 day until midterm elections, and more headlines
- Runtime
- 6:25
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Beret Leone reports Monday morning on the eve of Election Day. Check your morning headlines.
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- Minnesota races heat up as record voter turnout expected ahead of Election Day
- Runtime
- 3:11
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- With just days until Election Day, it appears Minnesota could be headed to a record voter turnout. Both internal and external polling show many races moving towards the Democrats not only across the country but in Minnesota, too.
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