Boy killed in shooting at Twin Cities park, police say
Police did not give the boy's age. The shooting is under investigation.
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1 dead, 4 injured in separate Minneapolis shootings
Minneapolis police are investigating a slate of shootings that happened overnight Saturday, killing a man and injuring four others.
Teenager in critical condition after water rescue at Minnehaha Falls
A 16-year-old boy is in critical condition after nearly drowning at Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis.
Mankato residents accused of dog poisoning attempt
The Minnesota attorney general said he is suing two Mankato residents after they allegedly put rat poison outside their home in an effort to stop dogs from urinating on their lawn.
People facing drug addiction in Mpls. voice woes amid planned crackdown
As Mayor Jacob Frey pledges a crackdown at open-air drug markets in Minneapolis, WCCO found brutal honesty about the situation from people who say they actively participate in the illicit trade.
Man drowns on Movil Lake in northern Minnesota, sheriff says
A man drowned during a boating excursion on a northern Minnesota lake Friday evening, authorities said.
Meat Market in Delano closing after 110+ years in business
After 115 years, a small-town meat market in Minnesota is calling it quits.
Vandals smash car windows in St. Louis Park neighborhood
Neighbors along a three-block stretch in St Louis Park, Minnesota, say vandals smashed car windows early Sunday morning along Quentin Avenue.
Seasonable, mostly dry Monday in Twin Cities; more storms to come
Monday will offer a quiet start to the week in Minnesota before storm chances return.
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How reliant are Minnesotans on air conditioning?
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
Nonprofit helping people experiencing homelessness find relief from heat
A man who asked to be identified as Wolf said that extreme weather can make life even more difficult for those without housing.
Hot, dry conditions push Minnesota farmers to adjust tactics
With hot days ahead, Minnesota farmers in of all kinds are trying to navigate the heat and dry weather.
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NEXT Weather: 6:30 a.m. report for Minnesota from July 6, 2026
The day will be mostly dry, with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Monday marks 10 years since Philando Castile’s killing by police
It has been 10 years since Philando Castile was shot and killed by a St. Anthony police officer during a traffic stop for a busted taillight.
July Fourth weekend shootings under investigation in Minneapolis, and more headlines
Minneapolis police are investigating a slate of shootings that happened over the holiday weekend, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Boy killed in Brooklyn Park shooting, police say
A boy was killed in a shooting at a park in a northern Minneapolis suburb Sunday night, according to police.
Monday Motivation: Minnesota mom’s safety idea becomes successful business
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield has a story to get you going on this Monday morning.
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Twin Cities bars see boost in revenue as fans pour in to watch World Cup
Bars across the Twin Cities area say FIFA World Cup games have caused revenue to skyrocket.
Yankees fall to Twins for 9th loss in last 10 games
Joe Ryan scattered three hits in seven scoreless innings and the Twins won a series at Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2014 with a 6-1 victory on Sunday.
Twins' Byron Buxton leaves game against Yankees with a hip injury
Minnesota Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton left Sunday's game against the New York Yankees following the first inning after reaggravating a hip injury.
Balogun's red card suspension lifted after Trump called FIFA chief, sources say
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week to ask whether the organization was going to review the situation, sources told CBS News.
Zebby Matthews leaves game against Yankees with right foot injury
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Zebby Matthews left Saturday's game against the New York Yankees because of a right foot laceration in the fifth inning.
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How reliant are Minnesotans on air conditioning?
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
What happens to road construction waste?
In every corner of the metro, and across Minnesota, you'll find construction crews ripping up roads and rebuilding bridges. WCCO looks into whether the piles of rubble they create can get a second life.
Does algae have a purpose?
Water beckons Minnesotans this time of year, especially our lakes. But something in it can turn us away, even if other animals and organisms need it.
What is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve?
The latest data shows it's at 331.2 million barrels of oil.
Is "antifa" a label, idea or terrorist organization?
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
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Metrodome's blue seats find new home at Atwater baseball field
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
St. Paul's Urban Lights is building community for musicians, artists
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
Joe's Lemonade Stand marks 11th year fundraising for Gillette Children's
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
Video Rental Store MPLS wants to make physical media more accessible
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
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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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Vandals smash car windows in St. Louis Park neighborhood
Neighbors along a three-block stretch in St Louis Park, Minnesota, say vandals smashed car windows early Sunday morning along Quentin Avenue.
Boy killed in shooting at Twin Cities park, police say
A boy was killed in a shooting at a park in a northern Minneapolis suburb Sunday night, according to police.
Twin Cities bars see boost in revenue as fans pour in to watch World Cup
Bars across the Twin Cities area say FIFA World Cup games have caused revenue to skyrocket.
Body recovered from Twin Cities lake
An investigation is underway after authorities pulled the body of a deceased man from a Twin Cities lake Saturday night.
Overnight Hopkins duplex fire kills 2 pets
The Hopkins Fire Department responded to reports of a possible structure fire on the 300 block of Jackson Avenue North at approximately 11:49 p.m.
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Man drowns on Movil Lake in northern Minnesota, sheriff says
A man drowned during a boating excursion on a northern Minnesota lake Friday evening, authorities said.
Meat Market in Delano closing after 110+ years in business
After 115 years, a small-town meat market in Minnesota is calling it quits.
Mankato residents accused of dog poisoning attempt
The Minnesota attorney general said he is suing two Mankato residents after they allegedly put rat poison outside their home in an effort to stop dogs from urinating on their lawn.
2 million eggs will be delivered to Minnesota as part of settlement
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says around 2 million eggs will be delivered to "food banks and community organizations" in Minnesota as part of a settlement with three major egg producers.
Man injured in northern Minnesota squad car crash
A 20-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries Wednesday evening after authorities say he slammed into a deputy's squad car in northern Minnesota.
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Fireworks store owner details laws to know in Minnesota, tips to stay safe
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
3 children dead after boat capsizes on Geneva Lake during severe storm
Three children died on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin after a boat capsized during a severe storm Friday, Lake Geneva police said.
Fire destroys home in northern Wisconsin; multiple pets dead
Seven people are without a permanent home and multiple pets are dead after a fire in Ashland, Wisconsin, on Friday morning, according to the city's fire department.
Swatting call prompts lockdown at medical center in western Wisconsin
Rice Lake, Wisconsin, police officers are investigating after a swatting incident at the Marshfield Medical Center Thursday afternoon.
Child, 9, drowns at western Wisconsin water park
A 9-year-old child died Tuesday evening after drowning in a western Wisconsin water park.
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Trump heads to Turkey for NATO summit
President Trump is set to become the first U.S. president to go to Turkey since former President Barack Obama.
Immigration law professor breaks down Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling
We are taking a closer look at a decision the Supreme Court made this past week. They ruled that President Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship violated the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship regardless of the parents' immigration status. Immigration law professor Ana Pottraz Acosta talks about the decision on WCCO Sunday Morning at 10:30 a.m.
Trump holds separate calls with Putin and Zelenskyy on ending Ukraine war
President Trump held separate calls with Russia's Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss ending the war.
Trump announces pardons for pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car"
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
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Sources: Trump likely to pardon pollution violators; weighing clemency for Diddy
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
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Fireworks store owner details laws to know in Minnesota, tips to stay safe
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
Better Business Bureau warns of storm chaser scams after hailstorm
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Target Field concessions workers strike
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Target partners with designer Isaac Mizrahi for new creative role
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Target recalling 2 types of baby wipes over contamination concerns
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
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Vandals smash car windows in St. Louis Park neighborhood
Neighbors along a three-block stretch in St Louis Park, Minnesota, say vandals smashed car windows early Sunday morning along Quentin Avenue.
Boy killed in shooting at Twin Cities park, police say
A boy was killed in a shooting at a park in a northern Minneapolis suburb Sunday night, according to police.
1 dead, 4 injured in separate Minneapolis shootings
Minneapolis police are investigating a slate of shootings that happened overnight Saturday, killing a man and injuring four others.
Edina shooting victim hospitalized with serious injuries, police say
A shooting in Edina, Minnesota, Thursday night left one person in the hospital with serious injuries, according to police.
Minnesota's pardon of man convicted of sexually abusing child draws feds' ire
Federal immigration officials are decrying a pardon for a Minnesota man convicted of sexual assault, despite the victim's support for the move.
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People facing drug addiction in Mpls. voice woes amid planned crackdown
As Mayor Jacob Frey pledges a crackdown at open-air drug markets in Minneapolis, WCCO found brutal honesty about the situation from people who say they actively participate in the illicit trade.
Teen has emergency surgery after swallowing wire bristle in burger
Noah Walden says he didn't notice anything unusual while eating. About three days later, he began experiencing stomach pain that continued to worsen over the next several days.
Blaine woman with disability inspiring others through her fitness journey
A Blaine woman from Liberia calls herself an accidental inspiration. The busy wife and mother who runs a nonprofit helping children in Liberia started coming to Burn Boot Camp after an emotional slump.
Here's how to keep your pets safe amid Minnesota's heat wave
As temperatures climb across the Twin Cities this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals.
Minnesota doctor warns of Benadryl challenge dangers
A dangerous social media trend is circulating online, and Minnesota health experts are warning parents it involves allergy medication.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
4 Your Weekend: World Cup Street Fair, Fireworks Spectacular and Pan-O-Prog
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
St. Paul's Urban Lights is building community for musicians, artists
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
Lionel Richie postpones 2 shows after cutting St. Paul concert short
Legendary musician Lionel Richie is postponing two upcoming concerts after he cut his performance short in St. Paul, Minnesota, earlier this week.
4 Your Weekend: Twin Cities Pride, Hmong Freedom Festival and more
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride!