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8 hospitalized after July 4 shooting at Boom Island Park
Several of the victims are in critical condition, police said.
Both parents of toddler killed in Highland Park mass shooting
Kevin and Irina McCarthy were among the seven killed as a result of the mass shooting.
Video shows chaos as fireworks set off in downtown Minneapolis streets on July 4th
It was a chaotic night in downtown Minneapolis for the Fourth of July, with crowds of people shooting fireworks in the middle of the streets of the Mill City District.
Body found along shore of Crystal Lake in Robbinsdale
Police are investigating after a body was found along the shoreline of Crystal Lake in Robbinsdale Tuesday afternoon.
Two injured in Tuesday morning St. Paul shooting
St. Paul police officers responded to a 911 call of two people shot around the area of Rice Street and Como Avenue.
Charges: Man struck and killed juvenile bicyclist in Scott County
A 72-year-old man is being charged with vehicular homicide after allegedly hitting and killing a child bicyclist on the evening of July 1.
Little Falls man dies in rollover ATV crash
Michael Waytashek was driving a Can-Am side-by-side ATV when he appeared to have lost control on a gravel road.
Roads closed in South St. Paul due to "police incident"
The South St. Paul Police Department said roads were closed near Ninth Avenue and 3rd Street due to a "police incident."
Motorcyclist dies after crash in western Wisconsin
A Wisconsin man died after crashing his motorcycle near River Falls Sunday morning.
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Next Weather: Hot, humid Tuesday, with storms possible later on
Several severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued in southwest Minnesota Thursday afternoon.
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WCCO digital update: Afternoon of July 5, 2022
Jeff Wagner has the latest headlines.
Crowd sets off fireworks in downtown Minneapolis during chaotic July 4
It was a chaotic night in downtown Minneapolis for the Fourth of July, with a crowd of people shooting fireworks in the middle of the street near Mill City Museum.
Spam celebrates 85th birthday
The product out of Austin, Minn. was first introduced on July 5, 1937.
Next Weather: Noon weather report
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports a hot, humid week and a chance of rain on Wednesday.
Man to paddle board across all 5 Great Lakes
Mike Shoreman has a mission to paddle board across all five Great Lakes, a feat that has never been done before, after a diagnosis with Ramsey Hunt syndrome.
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Gopher football players launch Twin Cities NIL Club
At the start of the month, a collection of players of the Gophers' football team launched "Twin Cities NIL Club," a membership-based community for fans that offers "access and support" to players "like never before."
Arraez hits 3 as Twins beat White Sox 6-3 in 10 innings
Luis Arraez had three hits, including a tiebreaking RBI single in Minnesota's four-run 10th inning, and the Twins beat the Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Monday night.
Rebekkah Brunson honored with jersey retirement after Lynx dispatch league-leading Aces, 102-71
On the night of Rebekkah Brunson's jersey retirement, the Minnesota Lynx (7-15) put on a performance fitting for the occasion, commanding the Las Vegas Aces (15-6) on the glass in a 102-71 victory.
Minnesota United beats RSL 3-2 on Luis Amarilla's winner
Luis Amarilla scored the deciding goal in a 3-2 win for Minnesota United over Real Salt Lake on Sunday.
Tyler Wells wins 6th straight decision, Orioles beat Twins 3-1
Tyler Wells took a no-hit bid into the fifth inning for the second straight start and won his sixth consecutive decision in leading the Baltimore Orioles over the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Sunday.
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How does a park become a state park?
Just under 1% of Minnesota is state or national parkland, which places Minnesota 29th compared to other states across the country.
What will come of the January 6th hearings?
"The question then becomes though, even if the ex-president indicted, is there enough to convict," said constitutional law professor David Schultz.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
What is the purpose of the "#ShowYourStripes" campaign?
"Just that slightest shift in an average puts us into a whole new climate, really upping those chances for all of the extremes that we have to deal with," said Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Bernadette Woods Placky.
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Minnesota climbers embarking on journey to make the outdoors more inclusive
A lack of diversity in climbing is something Hima Hassenruck-Gudipati noticed when she first started during college. She's among the group setting out on the climb.
Wild sends off team dog Celly to his next mission, helping veteran with PTSD
The team adopted Celly from Coco's Heart Dog Rescue last summer on a one-year training contract, to be raised as a future service dog. Now a veteran will take Celly home.
DEED Announces New Office Of Public Engagement
Minnesota's Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is adding something new to ensure the state is growing in a way that includes everyone.
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Video shows chaos as fireworks set off in downtown Minneapolis streets on July 4th
It was a chaotic night in downtown Minneapolis for the Fourth of July, with crowds of people shooting fireworks in the middle of the streets of the Mill City District.
Body found along shore of Crystal Lake in Robbinsdale
Police are investigating after a body was found along the shoreline of Crystal Lake in Robbinsdale Tuesday afternoon.
Two injured in Tuesday morning St. Paul shooting
St. Paul police officers responded to a 911 call of two people shot around the area of Rice Street and Como Avenue.
Roads closed in South St. Paul due to "police incident"
The South St. Paul Police Department said roads were closed near Ninth Avenue and 3rd Street due to a "police incident."
Derek Chauvin's sentencing on federal charges set for Thursday
A federal judge has scheduled Derek Chauvin's sentencing for later this week on civil rights violations in the death of George Floyd.
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Charges: Man struck and killed juvenile bicyclist in Scott County
A 72-year-old man is being charged with vehicular homicide after allegedly hitting and killing a child bicyclist on the evening of July 1.
Little Falls man dies in rollover ATV crash
Michael Waytashek was driving a Can-Am side-by-side ATV when he appeared to have lost control on a gravel road.
Suspects, police exchange gunfire in Willmar; 2 arrested
Two central Minnesota men were arrested Monday night following an exchange of gunfire with police in which no one was injured, according to the Willmar Police Department.
"So special" Minnesotans gleefully welcome back July 4th events after pandemic
Minnesotans celebrate the first Fourth of July parade in years after events were canceled by the pandemic.
"Just a darling little girl," the search for Elle Ragin continues
Northfield Police along with state investigators continue looking for missing six-year-old Elle Ragin. She is about three feet six inches tall with curly brown hair and brown eyes.
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Motorcyclist dies after crash in western Wisconsin
A Wisconsin man died after crashing his motorcycle near River Falls Sunday morning.
Western Wisconsin deputy shoots man who allegedly pointed gun at officers
Authorities in western Wisconsin say a sheriff's deputy shot a man Saturday after he allegedly pointed a handgun at officers.
Wisconsin reports first case of Monkeypox
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the case was reported in Dane County. They did not say how they believe that person contracted it.
Wisconsin's conservative high court hands GOP another weapon
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
Wisconsin court bats down challenge to Kohler golf course
Conservatives on the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a conservation group couldn't challenge an agency's decision to sell state park land for the construction of a high-end golf course along the shores of Lake Michigan.
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Minnesota abortions fell 2% in 2021, but likely to flip
Abortions in Minnesota fell about 2% in 2021, but that decline is likely to quickly reverse in the state following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Simone Biles among next Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients
The awards will be presented Thursday, July 7.
THC edibles, beverages now legal in Minnesota as new law goes into effect
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Wisconsin's conservative high court hands GOP another weapon
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
'We're at a turning point": Deadline arrives for Nat'l Guard to be vaccinated
"We are in a war for talent," General James McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, told members of the House Armed Services Committee. "That means recruiting our nation's best."
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Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
24-hour self-service grocery store thrives in small Minnesota town
A number of small, Minnesota towns have lost their grocery stores over the years - creating an inconvenience for residents - and a bit of a food desert. But a couple in Douglas County thinks they've found a solution.
Landscaper steps in to fill hole left behind by pool contractor accused of unfinished work
A local landscaper stepped in to help after seeing a WCCO investigation into a contractor who promised families a pool but didn't finish the work.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Minneapolis minimum wage increase takes effect
For small businesses with 100 or fewer employees, the minimum wage bumped from $12.50 to $13.50 an hour. Large businesses with more than 100 employees must pay workers at least $15 an hour.
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Video shows chaos as fireworks set off in downtown Minneapolis streets on July 4th
It was a chaotic night in downtown Minneapolis for the Fourth of July, with crowds of people shooting fireworks in the middle of the streets of the Mill City District.
Two injured in Tuesday morning St. Paul shooting
St. Paul police officers responded to a 911 call of two people shot around the area of Rice Street and Como Avenue.
Charges: Man struck and killed juvenile bicyclist in Scott County
A 72-year-old man is being charged with vehicular homicide after allegedly hitting and killing a child bicyclist on the evening of July 1.
Roads closed in South St. Paul due to "police incident"
The South St. Paul Police Department said roads were closed near Ninth Avenue and 3rd Street due to a "police incident."
Suspects, police exchange gunfire in Willmar; 2 arrested
Two central Minnesota men were arrested Monday night following an exchange of gunfire with police in which no one was injured, according to the Willmar Police Department.
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Twin Cities teen gains new perspective after drug overdose
The 4th of July brings in double the amount of teenage boys into the emergency room for drug or alcohol use over any other weekend in the summer.
6 monkeypox cases now confirmed in Twin Cities, MDH urges awareness
The Minnesota health department has identified a total of six cases of monkeypox in the state.
Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Wisconsin reports first case of Monkeypox
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the case was reported in Dane County. They did not say how they believe that person contracted it.
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Could R. Kelly's sentence impact his case in Hennepin County?
Kelly faces a solicitation case in Hennepin County, Minnesota. But the case has been on the back burner while the federal cases play out.
Tom Barnard to leave KQRS after 36 years as host
KQRS, a classic rock station based in Golden Valley, announced that Tom Barnard would be retiring from the station, with his final show being scheduled for Dec. 23.
Minnesota's top pick among patriotic movies is "Apollo 13"
Other states went for films that feature explicitly hometown appeal, such as Texas choosing "The Alamo," Alabama going for "Forrest Gump," and Pennsylvania selecting "Gettysburg."
For F1RST Wrestling's Arik Cannon, bringing the event back to Mall of America is "surreal"
Arik Cannon wasn't at the Mall of America on Sept. 4, 1995, when WCW wrestlers tussled in the rotunda for the first episode of "Monday Nitro. Now, 27 years later, he's finally going to get to see wrestling at the mall. In fact, he's in charge of the whole event.
These are the most popular game consoles in each state
In a single uninterrupted battle for supremacy of the living room, the console wars have given gamers such legendary installments as the Nintendo 64 and the PlayStation 2 and such cautionary tales as the Nokia N-Gage and the Ouya.
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Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.