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Twins Opening Day was a success! Thank you to our hosts and producers for their work yesterday and an even bigger thanks...
04/05/2024

Twins Opening Day was a success! Thank you to our hosts and producers for their work yesterday and an even bigger thanks to our listeners for tuning in.

Remember to keep locked in on WCCO Radio for every game throughout the season. Listen for free on Audacy.

The proposed METRO Blue Line Extension will offer North Minneapolis “opportunities for prosperity that we may not see fo...
04/05/2024

The proposed METRO Blue Line Extension will offer North Minneapolis “opportunities for prosperity that we may not see for another generation.” That’s the assessment of Metropolitan Council Vice Chair Reva Chamblis.

The proposed METRO Blue Line Extension will offer North Minneapolis and the northwest suburbs “opportunities for prosperity that we may not see for another generation.” That's the assessment of Metropolitan Council Vice Chair Reva Chamblis.

An experienced climber who was traversing the crater of Mount St. Helens, a volcano in Washington, was found dead on Sat...
04/05/2024

An experienced climber who was traversing the crater of Mount St. Helens, a volcano in Washington, was found dead on Saturday after officials say he fell roughly 1,200 feet from the summit.

Here's why the "missing middle" housing bill died at the state legislature.
04/05/2024

Here's why the "missing middle" housing bill died at the state legislature.

Blois Olson joins Vineeta for the Morning Take. Today he chats about the death of a housing bill.

The Powerball went winless again last night, bringing Saturday's jackpot up to $1.23 billion.
04/04/2024

The Powerball went winless again last night, bringing Saturday's jackpot up to $1.23 billion.

After Wednesday’s drawing came up empty once again, the Powerball jackpot has continued to grow north of $1 billion, now sitting at an estimated $1.23 billion for Saturday’s drawing.

What can Twins fans expect from Alex Kirilloff this season?
04/04/2024

What can Twins fans expect from Alex Kirilloff this season?

“The Dazzle Man” Dan Gladden, radio voice of the Twins alongside Kris Atteberry joined Chad in the booth LIVE at Target Field talking about a variety of topics from the rotation for this team, pranks, Alex Kirilloff and what he has seen through five games.

While the traditional step after high school has been a college or four-year university, Gen Z is looking to shake thing...
04/04/2024

While the traditional step after high school has been a college or four-year university, Gen Z is looking to shake things up, picking skilled trades over pricey degrees.

While the traditional step after high school has been a college or four-year university for many, Gen Z is looking to shake things up, picking skilled trades over pricey degrees.

Younger Minnesotans are demanding a voice in the state's cannabis policymaking.
04/04/2024

Younger Minnesotans are demanding a voice in the state's cannabis policymaking.

Lawmakers are backing a new teen-lead advocacy group seeking involvement in cannabis policymaking that they say will impact their lives as well.

Baseball is back in Minnesota and the 830 On The Go is back on your feed, ready to give you today's top headlines.
04/04/2024

Baseball is back in Minnesota and the 830 On The Go is back on your feed, ready to give you today's top headlines.

Mark Freie hosts 830 News on the Go for Thursday, April 4, 2024 Minnesota Twins baseball returns to Target Field Day four in the trial of Nicolae Miu, accused of stabbing five people, one of them fatally, during a tubing outing on the Apple River Some potential good news about rideshare in Minneapol...

Su***de rates among adolescents in the United States have continued to rise at a steady pace and experts are looking for...
04/04/2024

Su***de rates among adolescents in the United States have continued to rise at a steady pace and experts are looking for answers.

From 1999 to 2020, su***de rates among adolescents in the United States have continued to rise at a steady pace, according to a new analysis looking into the dangerous trend.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is trying to solve the Uber and Lyft situation, but will his solution be in time?
04/04/2024

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is trying to solve the Uber and Lyft situation, but will his solution be in time?

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (and his daughter Frida) join Vineeta live from the Plaza. They chat about what Mayor Frey is trying to do to solve the Uber/Lyft pullout debacle.

Longtime television voice of the Minnesota Twins Dick Bremer shared more on his retirement and the celebration coming up...
04/04/2024

Longtime television voice of the Minnesota Twins Dick Bremer shared more on his retirement and the celebration coming up today.

Longtime television voice of the Minnesota Twins Dick Bremer joined Adam today to recap his television career, Opening Day excitement and festivities and reflecting on some of his best moments.

A fire broke out at an apartment building at 19th street and 5th Avenue South Wednesday night. Minneapolis fire says the...
04/04/2024

A fire broke out at an apartment building at 19th street and 5th Avenue South Wednesday night. Minneapolis fire says the building had been abandoned but several squatters were found inside. They're still battling the blaze Thursday morning.

The fire broke out at the Dundry House Apartment building at 19th street and 5th Avenue South just before 11:30 Wednesday night. Minneapolis fire says the building had been abandoned but several squatters were found inside.

The Twins are out to a 3-2 start with the much anticipated home opener today. What's your prediction for this season?
04/04/2024

The Twins are out to a 3-2 start with the much anticipated home opener today. What's your prediction for this season?

Jason talks to our favorite Twins beat writer, Dan Hayes from The Athletic about the Twins 3-2 start to the season and tomorrow's home opener.

Happy Home Opener! Preparing for Minnesota Twins Opening Day is not an easy task. It takes a village to get ready. The p...
04/04/2024

Happy Home Opener!

Preparing for Minnesota Twins Opening Day is not an easy task. It takes a village to get ready. The process actually began last year and that process continues right up until the first pitch on Thursday just after 3:00 p.m.

Preparing for Opening Day is not an easy task. It takes a village to get ready. The process actually began last year and that process continues right up until the first pitch on Thursday just after 3:00 p.m.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is calling attention to major updates needed at the 136-year old Minneapolis Veterans Home. ...
04/04/2024

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is calling attention to major updates needed at the 136-year old Minneapolis Veterans Home.

It's not going to get any cheaper and we think this is a smart investment," says Governor Tim Walz.

It's all a part of a $982 million dollar Infrastructure proposal by the governor. Walz says it should be a top priority of the state to focus on reinvesting in state properties like these.

Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith is hoping to introduce a bill that would repeal what she calls a "poorly-written and v...
04/04/2024

Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith is hoping to introduce a bill that would repeal what she calls a "poorly-written and vague" 1873 law that could be used as a tool to limit reproductive freedoms.

Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith is hoping to introduce a bill that would repeal what she calls a “poorly-written and vague” 1873 law that could be used as a tool to limit reproductive freedoms.

Are you planning on traveling to see next week's solar eclipse?
04/04/2024

Are you planning on traveling to see next week's solar eclipse?

The total solar eclipse passing over parts of the United States next week is set to bring an influx of tourists and with it, nearly $1.5 billion.

Sen. Tina Smith is sounding the alarm about a law that she says may be used to ban abortion.
04/04/2024

Sen. Tina Smith is sounding the alarm about a law that she says may be used to ban abortion.

Sen. Tina Smith joins Adam to talk about her push to change the Comstock Act.

If you’ve ever brought the stresses from your job home with you, don’t feel alone, as a new poll has found that work str...
04/03/2024

If you’ve ever brought the stresses from your job home with you, don’t feel alone, as a new poll has found that work stress plays a major role in breakups and divorce.

It's the Minnesota Twins home opener Thursday and there is a lot going on around the ballpark!Remember to let Metro Tran...
04/03/2024

It's the Minnesota Twins home opener Thursday and there is a lot going on around the ballpark!

Remember to let Metro Transit get you to Target Field all season. For an easy ride, take a bus, hop on light rail, or even catch Northstar to select games. Details at https://www.metrotransit.org/twins.

A measure being considered by state lawmakers in St. Paul could impose an increase on the cost that Minnesotans pay for ...
04/03/2024

A measure being considered by state lawmakers in St. Paul could impose an increase on the cost that Minnesotans pay for internet and internet-enabled services.

Would the tax threatens to expand the so-called digital divide? WCCO's Sheletta Brundidge finds out.

A measure currently being considered by state lawmakers in St. Paul could impose an increase on the cost that Minnesotans pay for internet and internet-enabled services. WCCO's Sheletta Brundidge explains.

Minnesota's drug store owners are asking for help. The owner of 102-year old St. Paul Corner Drug Store says without hel...
04/03/2024

Minnesota's drug store owners are asking for help. The owner of 102-year old St. Paul Corner Drug Store says without help from the state they could go under.

He says they constantly lose money and aren't reimbursed enough for Medicaid prescriptions.

Minnesota's independent drug store owners are asking for help from the state legislature. The St. Paul Corner Drug store first opened its doors in 1922 but owner John Hoeshen says without help from the state they could go out of business.

The Wednesday "830 On The Go" is here! Get these stories:The second St. Paul homicide in two days, an update on the Appl...
04/03/2024

The Wednesday "830 On The Go" is here! Get these stories:

The second St. Paul homicide in two days, an update on the Apple River stabbing trial, a major drug bust in Duluth, warmer weather means hibernating bears are up and at 'em, plus much more!

The Wednesday "830 On The Go" is here! Get these stories: Two homicides in two days in St. Paul. A massive, Chicago-based drug bust in Duluth. Minneapolis city leaders say they've completed a laundry list of emergency management goals and updates. New pollinator-friendly license plates in Minnesota....

There's a new license plate that has a pollinator-friendly purpose. Proceeds would increase pollinator-friendly ground c...
04/03/2024

There's a new license plate that has a pollinator-friendly purpose. Proceeds would increase pollinator-friendly ground cover, planted on solar facility land.

There's a new license plate proposal being considered by the state legislature that has a pollinator-friendly purpose. Proceeds would increase pollinator-friendly ground cover, planted on solar facility land.

Saint Paul Police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead early Wednesday morning in the city's Frogtown nei...
04/03/2024

Saint Paul Police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead early Wednesday morning in the city's Frogtown neighborhood.

It's the second homicide in two days in St. Paul.

Saint Paul Police are investigating the city's seventh reported homicide of the year after one man was shot early Wednesday morning in the Frogtown neighborhood. Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crime to come forward.

It may be a little earlier than normal, but it's time to think about bears emerging from hibernation. It's location depe...
04/03/2024

It may be a little earlier than normal, but it's time to think about bears emerging from hibernation. It's location dependent says the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' Andrew Tri who says black bears have been seen in the north metro already.

It may be a little earlier than normal, but it's time to think about bears emerging from hibernation. It's location dependent says the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' Andrew Tri who says they've been seen in the north metro already.

Taking it way back to high school at Hopkins for the incredible Paige Bueckers:Her coach knew what she was capable of ac...
04/03/2024

Taking it way back to high school at Hopkins for the incredible Paige Bueckers:

Her coach knew what she was capable of accomplishing. "I've known she was going to do it all along if she was healthy," Cosgriff told WCCO Radio.

Next up, Iowa and Caitlin Clark.

Former Hopkins star Paige Bueckers and the UConn Huskies face Caitlin Clark and Iowa in a Final Four showdown on Friday. WCCO caught up with her former High School Coach Brian Cosgriff to talk about this fantastic run.

Eight members of a Chicago-based drug trafficking conspiracy have been indicted in federal court over their alleged dist...
04/03/2024

Eight members of a Chicago-based drug trafficking conspiracy have been indicted in federal court over their alleged distribution of fentanyl and m**hamphetamine in Duluth.

Eight members of a Chicago-based drug trafficking conspiracy have been indicted in federal court over their alleged distribution of fentanyl and m**hamphetamine in Duluth, Minnesota.

Allergy season is getting worse across the country, here's what Minnesotans can suspect this spring.
04/03/2024

Allergy season is getting worse across the country, here's what Minnesotans can suspect this spring.

Climate Central – an independent group of scientists and communicators who research our changing climate – recently released a report that found rising temperatures are resulting in more freeze-free days every year in 83% of 197 cities surveyed.

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