WCCO Saturday Morning Links (Feb. 27)
Here are the events and businesses that Mike Augustyniak and Natalie Nyhus covered on WCCO 4 News Saturday Morning!
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Here are the events and businesses that Mike Augustyniak and Natalie Nyhus covered on WCCO 4 News Saturday Morning!
It's about two more weeks until the NCAA men's basketball tournament tips off. But another tournament is kicking off, and you can be a part of this one. Brackets for Good is a challenge that matches charities up head-to-head to see who can raise more money.
The rubble remains in downtown Madelia where there was once eight businesses in operation; from a flower shop to a locally-loved Mexican restaurant. "It's really a tight-knit community. Everyone knows everyone," Nicole Griensewic Mickelson, executive director of Region Nine Development Commission, said.
The statistics are startling, in the United States, approximately 30 million people will suffer from a significant eating disorder at some time in their life.
After the Boston Marathon Bombings, a Minnesota nonprofit was called in for a very special need. Wiggle Your Toes helps new amputees get an idea for what their life will look like once they leave the hospital.
St. Croix Cleaners, a locally owned dry cleaner, has partnered with Project Fairy Godmothers (PFG) to collect prom dresses for youth in the Twin Cities metro. Dresses are being accepted at all of St. Croix Cleaners' 18 convenient metro locations now through March 11, 2016.
Ride Metro transit for FREE by taking a short two-question survey.
Red Bull Crashed Ice starts tomorrow in St. Paul. Thousands will gather by the cathedral to see skaters race to the bottom of an icy 1,600 foot track, and the near-record warm weather could be a major obstacle.
There are 47 outdoor rinks just in Minneapolis alone. But finding someone to play with can sometimes be easier said than done. As David McCoy tells us, now there's an app for that.
Movies like "Purple Rain," "The Mighty Ducks" and "Drop Dead Gorgeous" shined the bright lights of Hollywood here in Minnesota. But none embraced Minnesota quite like they did in the "Grumpy Old Men" films, which took place in Wabasha -- a town which still celebrates the movie.
The WCCO winter road trip around Minnesota is coming to an end this week in Wabasha, which is about two hours southeast of the cities. And it is one of the more scenic drives you can take in the state.
"An evening with Adriana Hoyos; furniture designer, businesswoman, luxury furniture maker, and author reveals her unique spin on contemporary design at an exclusive reception. Availability is limited."
We're hearing from people who pointed the finger at Danny Heinrich just days after Jacob Wetterling's disappearance.
Rob Ebben will host a talk about his latest book next month at the Paynseville Public Library. It's scheduled for Monday, March 28th at 6:30.
Help raise money for autism at Southdale. On Sunday, March 6, AuSM is hosting the Steps of Hope at Southdale Center. The walk helps raise money for autism research and care.
The Minnesota State Patrol and the Eagan Police Department responded to a report of a road rage incident on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive around 5:16 p.m., according to Eagan police.
Two people were injured when they jumped from a moving trailer after the pickup truck it was attached to was stolen Saturday morning in Minneapolis.
A judge sentenced a man to 10.5 years in prison in connection with a federal crackdown involving dozens of members of a major gang in Minneapolis.
The Plymouth police chief explained that there was an error when the license plate was first entered into a nationwide database in another state.
On a hot summer day, about 250 people decided that a sprint through the mud was the best way to spend time.
First responders found an overturned pontoon boat just offshore from the YMCA Camp on Deer Island in Wisconsin.
Wright County, Minnesota, sheriff's deputies are investigating after a vehicle hit a man, injuring him and killing his dog Friday morning.
People in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness won't be able to have a campfire beginning Saturday due to "continued dry conditions" in northern Minnesota, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
A 62-year-old woman is dead after driving underneath a semitruck on a highway in Evergreen Township, Minnesota, on Thursday night, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating after a small plane crashed in Winona County, Minnesota, Thursday evening.
First responders found an overturned pontoon boat just offshore from the YMCA Camp on Deer Island in Wisconsin.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
Francesca Hong has not backed away from calls to defund and abolish the police, raise taxes on the wealthy, and create a state-owned bank — positions now facing voters in a state Trump has carried twice.
A former Wisconsin judge will soon learn her sentence for felony obstruction for helping an immigrant evade federal officers.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that guardianship records sought by the Wisconsin Voter Alliance to identify ineligible voters are not public records under state law.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
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.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
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.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
Less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL contest for U.S. Senate. Esme Murphy spoke with Congresswoman Angie Craig.
South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has died from a brief illness, according to his office. Wendy Gillette has more on his decades in politics.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
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.
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.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
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.
The Minnesota State Patrol and the Eagan Police Department responded to a report of a road rage incident on northbound Interstate 35E near Deerwood Drive around 5:16 p.m., according to Eagan police.
Two people were injured when they jumped from a moving trailer after the pickup truck it was attached to was stolen Saturday morning in Minneapolis.
A judge sentenced a man to 10.5 years in prison in connection with a federal crackdown involving dozens of members of a major gang in Minneapolis.
The Plymouth police chief explained that there was an error when the license plate was first entered into a nationwide database in another state.
Two Burnsville, Minnesota, parents are facing charges after medical officials found their child had "extensive bruising" following a welfare check at their home, according to court documents filed on Friday.
More than 75,000 Minnesotans have been approved for the state's paid family and medical leave program, which launched at the beginning of the year.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
Dozens of Twin Cities hospice workers are walking the picket line Monday in a one-day strike after nearly a year of negotiations for an inaugural union contract.
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.
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.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, neighborhood that has struggled to keep businesses might be turning a corner.
It's another action-packed weekend here in Minnesota, featuring hot dogs, book fairs, community celebrations and more.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
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.
Royce Lewis hit a two-run homer and sparked the go-ahead rally with a seventh-inning double as the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3.
Kayla McBride scored 14 of her 25 points in the fourth quarter, Olivia Miles added 23 points after missing two games and the Minnesota Lynx edged the New York Liberty 90-85.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
The Minnesota Twins announced Friday that catcher Ryan Jeffers has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list after missing nearly two months with a left hamate bone fracture.
Vaughn Grissom went 2 for 3 with a home run and two RBIs, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 to snap a five-game skid at Target Field in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
Mike Lindell says he called President Trump before entering the Minnesota governor's race and asked for an endorsement, but Trump has not given one — though he said in December that Lindell deserves to be governor.
One of the most-watched primary match-ups pits Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan against U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig in the race for the DFL nomination for U.S. Senate.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
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.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
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.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says it'll be excessively hot for the next several days.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
WCCO meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says it'll be hot and humid the next several days, with no rain in sight.
It'll reach the low 90s in the afternoon with a mostly sunny sky, but it'll feel more like 100.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in place because of extreme heat and humidity. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso explains why it's so hot and shows us how long this dangerous heat wave will last.
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says it'll be excessively hot for the next several days.
Officers say the plate was flagged by license plate readers called Flock cameras. Flock says it operates in 49 states and partners with over 5,000 law enforcement agencies. Ashley Grams breaks down why this confrontation happened and the man's questions about the surveillance technology.
Farmer's Market season is in full swing across Minnesota- with so many fresh goods available each week. The East Side Farmers Market in St. Paul doesn't open until Sunday afternoon, but we wanted to preview what they have in store.
As summer fills up with vacations or family reunions, we wanted to talk about spending time with aging loved ones. It's something we all experience, and it's good to be prepared for what could be difficult or touchy conversations. Paul Blom with Right at Home Twin Cities joins Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield on WCCO Sunday Morning at 7 a.m.
The Minnesota State Patrol and Eagan police are investigating a road rage incident.