KDWB morning host Dave Ryan retiring after 33 years
Dave Ryan announced Wednesday that May 22 will be his last day at KDWB, ending a 33-year run at the Twin Cities station.
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MDH monitoring 1 who may have been exposed to hantavirus overseas
The Minnesota Department of Health said Tuesday afternoon that it is monitoring a person who was potentially exposed to someone who tested positive for hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer
The boat belonged to Gary Schoeder Jr., who spent years serving as a police officer and firefighter in Zumbrota. Schroeder medically retired in 2020 while battling PTSD. He later died by suicide in 2023.
The oldest-living ocelot in human care is in Minnesota, sanctuary says
At the end of this month, an ocelot who resides at The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone, Minnesota, will turn 27 years old — making her the oldest cat of her kind in human care.
Sunshine, 70s make Wednesday a #Top10WxDay in Minnesota
Wednesday is a #Top10WxDay in Minnesota thanks to sunshine, lighter winds and highs in the 70s.
Savage firefighters investigating fire involving solar panels
Several surrounding fire departments responded to smoke and fire coming from a home in Savage, Minnesota, Tuesday afternoon. The damaged roof is now covered in a blue tarp contains solar panels.
Officials give water safety tips as Minnesotans begin to hit the lakes
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there were seven boating fatalities in the state last year and 35 recorded nonfatal incidents.
ER workers urge Minnesota lawmakers to vote on gun bill
Twin Cities emergency room physicians, nurses and technicians made an emotional plea Tuesday for lawmakers to do something about Minnesota's gun laws.
What is the federal gas tax? And why does Trump want to suspend it?
President Donald Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
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Cooler, seasonal weekend; high of 60s on Mother's Day
Saturday will be a little cooler than Friday, with temperatures in the low-to-mid 60s.
Prepare for another summer of poor air quality, forecasters say
According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and their outlook for this year, smoky skies just may be our new normal.
Red flag warning issued in central, northwestern Minnesota Friday
A red flag warning will go into effect Friday afternoon in northwestern and central Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions, the state's Department of Natural Resources says.
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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. report for Minnesota on May 13, 2026
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it'll be warm again tomorrow but the wind will pick up.
How to stay safe out on the water this summer
With this nice weather you're probably itching to get out on the lake. But just this week, two men were killed in separate boat accidents in northern Minnesota. Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn and Frankie Mclister have important reminders of how you can stay safe on the water.
Solar panel fire damages Twin Cities home
A family forced to make a fire escape once flames started shooting out of their rooftop solar panel! Solar panel fires are rare but Jason Rantala found there is one way they can spark danger.
Minnesota's Republican-led Fraud Committee releases final report
Two years of digging into Minnesota's fraud crisis revealed a multi billion dollar problem. The state Republican-led Fraud Committee released its final report Wednesday. As Jeff Wagner reports, not everyone agrees with its findings.
Teenager "brings joy to everyone" while braving terminal cancer
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Wild in playoffs
Avalanche bounce back to beat Wild 5-2, take 3-1 lead in series
Ross Colton and Parker Kelly each scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period for Colorado as the Avalanche snapped back from a mid-series lull and beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 in Game 4 to take a 3-1 lead in the second round of the NHL playoffs.
Wild hand the Avs their 1st loss in 5-1 win
Kirill Kaprizov scored first and assisted on the next two goals as the Minnesota Wild delivered the Colorado Avalanche their first defeat this postseason with a 5-1 victory in Game 3 of their second-round series.
Avalanche's Sam Malinski returns home for playoff series against Wild
A defenseman for the Avalanche, 27-year-old Sam Malinski scored his first career playoff goal in Game 1 against the Wild.
Wolves in playoffs
Spurs beat Timberwolves 126-97 for a 3-2 lead
Victor Wembanyama atoned for his first career ejection with another huge performance, finishing with 27 points, 17 rebounds and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 lead in their second-round series.
All eyes on Wemby for Game 5 of Spurs-Wolves series after ejection
San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama is playing in Game 5 of the Spurs' Western Conference semifinal series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, after getting ejected early in Game 4 for throwing an elbow.
Edwards awes Timberwolves with his play despite recent knee troubles
The durability of Anthony Edwards has proven to be the most valuable trait for the Minnesota Timberwolves during the NBA playoffs this year among his many superpowers on the court.
AP source: Spurs' Wembanyama won't face further sanction for elbowing Reid
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not face further discipline from the NBA for elbowing Minnesota Timberwolves player Naz Reid in Game 4 of the teams' Western Conference semifinal series, a person with knowledge of the league's decision said Monday.
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San Francisco 49ers to face Minnesota Vikings in Mexico City, league says
The San Francisco 49ers will host the Minnesota Vikings for a game in Mexico City this fall, National Football League officials confirmed Wednesday.
Nia Coffey hits late 3 in the Lynx's 88-84 win over the Mercury
Natasha Howard had 14 points and 11 rebounds, Nia Coffey made a wide-open 3-pointer with 25.6 seconds left for a four-point lead, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 88-84 on Tuesday night.
Spurs beat Timberwolves 126-97 for a 3-2 lead
Victor Wembanyama atoned for his first career ejection with another huge performance, finishing with 27 points, 17 rebounds and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 lead in their second-round series.
Frost lose to Victoire 2-1 in deciding Game 5 semifinal
The Montreal Victoire are heading to their first Walter Cup final as they defeated the two-time defending champion Minnesota Frost 2-1 at Place Bell on Tuesday night in the fifth and deciding game of their Professional Women's Hockey League semifinal.
Twins beat the Marlins 3-0
Bailey Ober threw a two-hitter for his first career shutout, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 3-0 victory over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night in their series opener.
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What is the federal gas tax? And why does Trump want to suspend it?
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
How important are outdoor activities to Minnesota's economy?
More people than the entire population of Minneapolis, or half a million, were estimated to go fishing in Minnesota this past weekend. WCCO looks at how the tradition stacks up with other outdoor events that keep the state's economy running.
What is the hantavirus? And how prevalent is it in Minnesota?
A deadly virus that's killed cruise ship passengers can be traced to small critters found hiding in homes.
Here are the fastest growing suburbs in the Twin Cities metro
So far this decade, the Twin Cities metro has, on average, added about 17,000 housing units per year, according to data from the Metropolitan Council.
What is the history of the Minnesota state flag?
A symbolic change is bothering some Minnesotans. Now their local leaders are listening; several cities are voting to fly the old state flag instead of the new one. While it was a drastic redesign, it wasn't the first.
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Bus fire displayed at Minneapolis Mall as Somali leaders warn of rising attacks
Somali and Muslim leaders in Minnesota played a threatening voicemail at a public gathering Friday, saying businesses in their community are being targeted with messages warning of death.
Twin Cities Black homeownership rate fell to 29% in latest survey, Fed finds
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
Art in Bloom adds Party in Bloom with Dessa performance
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
2 Minnesota runners, one with cerebral palsy, run Boston Marathon together
Moses Cooper, who has cerebral palsy, met running partner Mark Hulsey through My Team Triumph Minnesota two years ago and the pair qualified for the Boston Marathon at Grandma's Marathon last summer.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Northern lights seen over Minnesota: Nov. 11, 2025
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
Astra the Polar Bear
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
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Savage firefighters investigating fire involving solar panels
Several surrounding fire departments responded to smoke and fire coming from a home in Savage, Minnesota, Tuesday afternoon. The damaged roof is now covered in a blue tarp contains solar panels.
Officials give water safety tips as Minnesotans begin to hit the lakes
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there were seven boating fatalities in the state last year and 35 recorded nonfatal incidents.
Twin Cities teenager "brings joy to everyone" while braving terminal cancer
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Minnesota Legislature increases criminal penalties for impersonating police
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
How Dunwoody College is preparing students for technical careers
As many workers search for stability, one Minneapolis technical college program is opening doors.
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Officials give water safety tips as Minnesotans begin to hit the lakes
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there were seven boating fatalities in the state last year and 35 recorded nonfatal incidents.
Minnesota Legislature increases criminal penalties for impersonating police
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Grand Rapids police K-9 injuries dog in off-duty attack, officials say
Police in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, say one of their K-9s attacked another dog Tuesday night, causing "significant injury" to the pet.
Task force busts central Minnesota cocaine trafficking ring
Nine central Minnesota men were arrested Monday and are facing drug conspiracy charges following a monthslong cocaine distribution investigation.
Golf course offers $2K reward after vandals cut down 100-year-old tree
A golf course in central Minnesota is offering a $2,000 reward for information about who cut down a 100-year-old tree on its grounds.
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100 Mile Garage Sale underway along Mississippi River
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
Minnesota shelters taking in 50 beagles saved from Ridglan Farms
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
24-hour Give Big Valleys fundraiser aims to help Wisconsin nonprofits
You may have heard of Give to the Max Day, where people donate millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofits and organizations across Minnesota on a single day. That idea has spread to western Wisconsin, called Give Big Valleys.
Ex-police chief accused in illegal armor-piercing ammo import scheme
Federal prosecutors say a small-town Wisconsin police chief tried to help California gun dealers import illegal armor-piercing rounds from Europe.
ATF: Nearly 50 firearms stolen from Wisconsin store; suspect search ongoing
Local and federal law enforcement are investigating after nearly 50 firearms and "a large quantity of ammunition" were stolen from a sporting goods store in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said Friday.
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GOP-led Minnesota House committee releases final report on fraud in state
Countless hearings with dozens of witnesses and whistleblowers detailing Minnesota's fraud crisis are now summed up in an 80+ page report by the state's GOP-led Fraud Prevention and Oversight Committee.
Minnesota's Republican-led Fraud Committee releases final report
Two years of digging into Minnesota's fraud crisis revealed a multi billion dollar problem. The state Republican-led Fraud Committee released its final report Wednesday. As Jeff Wagner reports, not everyone agrees with its findings.
Minnesota Legislature increases criminal penalties for impersonating police
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Minnesota Legislature increases criminal penalties for impersonating police officers
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Trump arrives in Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
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South Dakota tourism officials optimistic for 2026 season amid high gas prices
With more Americans opting to drive rather than fly amid higher costs, South Dakota tourism officials say the state is well-positioned as a regional road trip destination.
What is the federal gas tax? And why does Trump want to suspend it?
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
100 Mile Garage Sale underway along Mississippi River
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
Twin Cities Black homeownership rate fell to 29% in latest survey, Fed finds
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
Minnesota Senate passes HOA reform bill requiring transparency
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints.
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Minnesota Legislature increases criminal penalties for impersonating police
Minnesotans will soon face tougher consequences if they disguise themselves as law enforcement to deceive the public in response to the lawmaker shooting attacks last summer.
Minneapolis grocer charged in $1.14M EBT fraud scheme
A Minneapolis man who owned a grocery store is accused in a $1.14 million scheme in which he would allegedly make purchases using other people's EBT cards and sell the products on his shelves.
Task force busts central Minnesota cocaine trafficking ring
Nine central Minnesota men were arrested Monday and are facing drug conspiracy charges following a monthslong cocaine distribution investigation.
Man accused of shooting woman in the neck on Fridley roadway
A 38-year-old Columbia Heights, Minnesota, man is accused of shooting a woman in the neck on a roadway in the northern Twin Cities metro over the weekend.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
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Twin Cities teenager "brings joy to everyone" while braving terminal cancer
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Mayo Clinic's president and CEO will leave job at end of year
Dr. Gianrico Farrugia has led Mayo Clinic since 2019, and the organization said it was his decision to "complete his tenure at the end of this year."
ER workers urge Minnesota lawmakers to vote on gun bill
Twin Cities emergency room physicians, nurses and technicians made an emotional plea Tuesday for lawmakers to do something about Minnesota's gun laws.
MDH monitoring 1 who may have been exposed to hantavirus overseas
The Minnesota Department of Health said Tuesday afternoon that it is monitoring a person who was potentially exposed to someone who tested positive for hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Nurses at North Memorial Health Maple Grove Hospital approve strike
Hundreds of nurses at North Memorial Health's Maple Grove Hospital have voted to approve an unfair labor practice strike, their union announced Tuesday.
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KDWB morning host Dave Ryan retiring after 33 years
Dave Ryan announced Wednesday that May 22 will be his last day at KDWB, ending a 33-year run at the Twin Cities station.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis to play Minnesota State Fair
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are calling their Aug. 29 show "Homecoming: A Celebration of the Minneapolis Sound."
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Star Tribune wins Pulitzer for Annunciation school shooting coverage
The Minnesota Star Tribune was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for breaking news for its coverage of a mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that killed two children and injured more than a dozen others.
Country artist Hardy to play Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
Mononymous country music star Hardy is set to kick off the final weekend of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair.