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(CBS Baltimore) — The fifth Child Tax Credit payment from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will be sent this coming Monday. But many parents want to know when exactly the money will be deposited in their bank account. Last month’s checks started arriving the morning of October 15 for those with direct deposit, or soon…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — It lasts mere seconds but can feel like minutes. Getting stuck at a red light, especially with no traffic around, is frustrating at times. We wanted to learn: How are traffic lights timed? And can drivers influence a light to change? Good Question. “There’s some weird stop lights, I don’t know why they’re…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A Minnesota wife is questioning her husband’s medical care after he became the first active duty Air Force member to die of COVID-19. Technical Sergeant Michael Morris was 36 when he died in January, alone in his home on base in Aviano, Italy. Months later, questions remain. WCCO looked into what happened…

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota pollution officials on Monday released a proposed impaired waters list for 2022, an update that included the addition of 15 northeastern and central Minnesota water bodies where fish have been contaminated with long-lasting chemicals. The 15 were added due to contamination with a family of widely used chemicals known as PFAS,…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) —  Some Minnesota health care workers are suing over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Twenty employees of Northfield Hospital and Clinics, some with serious health concerns, have been fired for refusing the shot. They call it a “blanket denial” of their exemptions. It’s why their attorney believes this makes the case stand out. Monday…

LOWRY, Minn. (WCCO) — A farmer in western Minnesota has a YouTube channel that’s approaching 1 million subscribers. Zach Johnson farms near the town of Lowry, but he’s best known for what he posts online. During harvest season, Zach Johnson gravitates towards two things — his crops and his camera. It’s why he’s known as…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Minnesota’s two biggest cities are among some of the top places for book lovers, according to a new study. Lawn Love ranked the 200 biggest cities in the United States based on access to public libraries, bookstores, free libraries, book clubs, and events. Minneapolis was ranked the 16th best city and St.…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The Minnesota Department of Public Safety has announced plans for reopening dozens of exam stations that were closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In March 2020, the number of exam stations was greatly reduced because of staffing and public safety issues. DPS said Monday 43 exam stations will reopen before 2021 ends,…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Minnesota livestock producers can now apply for additional grant money aimed at preventing wolf attacks. On Monday, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) announced that $60,000 in new money is available, with applications due on Jan. 24, 2022. It’s the fifth round of funding through the Wolf-Livestock Conflict Prevention Grants, which began…

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin health care organization has ended a nine-year partnership with Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers after the quarterback detailed his reasoning for avoiding the three COVID-19 vaccinations endorsed by the NFL. A statement posted on Twitter by Prevea Health said the company and Rodgers mutually agreed to end their…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — It’s been an exciting morning for nearly half a million hunters in Minnesota. Firearms deer hunting opener is a family tradition for many, including Gov. Tim Walz. In a video on Twitter Walz says in part, “We know it’s time to bring family and friends together for this opportunity to enjoy the…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – Four people were transported to local hospitals after a serious car crash took place in Brooklyn Center overnight. According to the Brooklyn Center Police Department, the crash took place around 2 a.m. on the 5500 block of Brooklyn Boulevard. When police arrived on the scene they reported three occupants in one of the…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — In the next day, decisions you make will impact everything from school investments to housing affordability and community safety. On your ballot, you can expect to see candidates for mayor and city council, school boards, possibly park boards. Some will also see bonding and levy questions. St. Paul and Minneapolis are asking…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A man is in custody and a woman is being treated for stab wounds after an eight-hour standoff Monday in Belgrade. Police say officers were called to the 100 block of Washburn Avenue just after 10 a.m. for a welfare check after a 911 caller said they were sent a photo of…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Minneapolis police are investigating a string of carjackings and attempted carjackings in the city’s south side Monday evening. The first reported armed carjacking happened at about 6:14 p.m. on the 1400 block of West Lake Street. An attempted carjacking at gunpoint happened at about 6:48 p.m. on the 4800 block of Upton…

BLAINE, Minn. (WCCO) — A college student is being credited with saving the life of a high school hockey player after she collapsed on the ice. It happened Sunday afternoon at the Super Rink in Blaine, during a girls hockey game. “Somebody said she went down and then tried to get up and then she…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — World leaders met in Scotland Monday in order to accelerate plans to curb climate change. Experts in Minnesota say the state is already grappling with its effects. Data shows that Minnesota has warmed three degrees in the last 125 years. Annual precipitation has increased by 3.4 inches. “You don’t have to look very…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — This week’s election in Minneapolis is already one for the history books. Early voting is at record levels, and many residents say they were drawn to vote over the future of the Minneapolis Police Department. Question No. 2 on the ballot asks voters if they want to replace the department with a…

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) —   Xcel Energy announced Monday the company’s goal to achieve zero greenhouse gas emissions from its natural gas business by 2050. According to the release, “Xcel Energy is the only major U.S. energy provider to announce its commitment to provide 100% carbon-free electricity for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across three large sectors…