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A man died early Thursday morning after a house fire in St. Paul that displaced four others.
The DNA Doe Project says it's identified the remains of a man found a decade ago in southern Minnesota as World War II veteran Luis Gilberto Robledo.
In 2023, KTIS made history when it pulled a No. 1 spot in the Twin Cities radio market share.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect Thursday for a little snow but a lot of wind and cold that could cause roads to freeze up across the Twin Cities.
Holiday lights are on full display across the state right now, and just south of the Twin Cities you'll find a Christmas light show that's been around for more than half a century.
The Trump administration says it's targeting "the worst of the worst" for deportation, but critics say innocent citizens are also getting stopped by immigration officers.
The Powerball jackpot leaped to an estimated $1.5 billion after no one won Wednesday night's pot of gold of approximately $1.25 billion.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 28 points and 12 rebounds to lead a balanced scoring attack and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-110 on Wednesday.
A filing states that the crew of the Army Black Hawk helicopter failed to establish and maintain proper and safe visual separation with a regional American Eagle flight that was approaching Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C.
The Dayton Fire Department says it responded to the fire on 133rd Avenue North around 11:20 a.m.
A northern Minnesota man pleaded guilty on Wednesday to several charges, including murder, after he abducted a pregnant woman and her four children during a crime spree last year.
The family of a Minnesota Vikings player who died at training camp from heat exhaustion in 2001 is still fighting to protect others.
As the immigration crackdown continues in the Twin Cities, local advocates are concerned that the court cases that follow are happening in secret.
Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
A Twin Cities metro area school shifted to e-learning after a flu outbreak impacted nearly a quarter of its students. A senior epidemiologist with the Minnesota Department of Health said flu season is "definitely picking up."
A former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement trainer is warning the public about a lack of training in the rapidly expanding agency. Ryan Schwank resigned in protest just under two weeks ago. On Capitol Hill today, he said ICE is lying about the training new agents receive, outlining cuts to training on constitutional rights and firearms safety.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the first of two rounds of snow will arrive in northwestern Minnesota early Tuesday before moving into central and northern areas. Temperatures are expected to be in the 20s and 30s across most of the state.
President Trump will likely use his State of the Union address on Tuesday to sell his economic agenda. The Supreme Court struck down a key part of his plan on Friday. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods. So where does that leave Minnesota business owners and customers? Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield takes a closer look in this edition of Price Check.
Popular parts of Mexico are in mayhem after military personnel killed a drug cartel boss. The operation sparked a wave of violence and fires around Puerto Vallarta, forcing tourists from Minnesota to seek shelter in hotels. WCCO's Jeff Wagner and photojournalist Nick Lunemann explain what you should do if you're planning a trip.
Feelings of frustration and fear today were shared at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs. As Esme Murphy reports, a new push to try and fix the fraud could put critical services in question.
Minneapolis and St. Paul are among the Minnesota communities that have both declared snow emergencies in the wake of this weekend's massive blizzard.
It might be a pain and cause travel chaos, but Minnesota's weekend blizzard is also bringing a lot of fun, especially for furry friends who got to have a fun snow day with their owners, and people who wait for this weather.
The word of the day Sunday in southern Minnesota was "challenging," with snow conditions making roads difficult to navigate.
A weekend snowstorm blanketed parts of Minnesota with more than a foot of snow, leading to hundreds of school closings Monday.
The weekend snowstorm is over, but many flights into and out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are still being canceled early Monday.
A 22-year-old man died in a crash in Meeker County, Minnesota, early Saturday morning.
Minneapolis and St. Paul are among the Minnesota communities that have both declared snow emergencies in the wake of this weekend's massive blizzard.
The word of the day Sunday in southern Minnesota was "challenging," with snow conditions making roads difficult to navigate.
A weekend snowstorm blanketed parts of Minnesota with more than a foot of snow, leading to hundreds of school closings Monday.
The Minnesota National Guard is on standby in various spots in southern Minnesota, prepared for activation should rescue operations become necessary during this weekend's storm.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
Minnesota native and World War II veteran Les Schrenk died earlier this week. He was 102 years old.
People from across the nation are traveling to the Twin Cities, but not as tourists. Many want to learn in person from Minnesota protestors to bring that knowledge back to their own cities.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Delta is canceling flights at Midwest airports, including its Minneapolis-St. Paul hub, ahead of expected significant snow and winds starting Saturday evening through Sunday, the airline said Friday.
Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark were murdered in their home in June 2025. On top of grieving the sudden, tragic loss of his parents, Colin Hortman says the cleanup of his childhood home was a headache.
Data show that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again in the Twin Cities.
The war in Iran is not only blocking oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, it is also holding up much of the world's fertilizer supply, a development that is drawing close attention from farmers preparing for spring planting.
Renters' rights advocates and tenants gathered outside Hennepin County courtrooms Thursday to protest Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's recent veto of an eviction notice extension ordinance.
Minneapolis police are searching for the suspect or suspects in a fatal shooting in a parking lot overnight.
Ayman Mohamad Ghazali made two purchases at a Phantom Fireworks store in Livonia, Michigan. He told the store staff the fireworks were for the end of Ramadan.
Police in St. Paul, Minnesota are investigating after a student at Macalester College accused a former professor of urinating on her belongings.
More than half-a-million taxpayer dollars meant to help Minnesotans was stolen, according to state investigators, who say a home health care provider took the money to buy flights, order food and take rides instead of helping the needy.
Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark were murdered in their home in June 2025. On top of grieving the sudden, tragic loss of his parents, Colin Hortman says the cleanup of his childhood home was a headache.
The hit HBO Max series "The Pitt" is getting buzz for how real it feels, and there's a Minnesota doctor making sure it stays that way.
More than half-a-million taxpayer dollars meant to help Minnesotans was stolen, according to state investigators, who say a home health care provider took the money to buy flights, order food and take rides instead of helping the needy.
Can a quick workout and your phone reveal something about your heart health? Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School say yes, and they've built an app to prove it.
A new Iowa law bans local nondiscrimination protections on the basis of gender identity after the state became the first in the U.S. to roll back its civil rights code last year.
At a Minnesota State Capitol hearing Wednesday morning, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs unveiled its "Veteran Suicide Prevention Plan."
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
The hit HBO Max series "The Pitt" is getting buzz for how real it feels, and there's a Minnesota doctor making sure it stays that way.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander helped Oklahoma City beat Minnesota 116-103 as the Thunder won their eighth straight and he increased his record 20-point streak to 128 games.
Igor Shesterkin made 46 saves and Vladislav Gavrikov had a goal and two assists as the New York Rangers extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Wild.
Anthony Edwards scored 42 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors for a 127-117 win.
Rookie Peyton Anderson scored her first career goal to spark the Minnesota Frost to a 4-1 victory over the Seattle Torrent in the PWHL.
Minnesota siblings Jamison and Amaya Battle are both basketball stars, with the brother playing forward for the Toronto Raptors and sister playing point guard for the Gopher women's team.
Talking Points is tracking a partisan push to end surveillance pricing this legislative session.
This session, a bipartisan bill to end surveillance pricing is moving forward at the Minnesota Capitol. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Minnesota DFL Rep. Erin Koegel about the push and how the ban could protection your personal data.
Minnesota Democratic Rep. Angie Craig, who is running for U.S. Senate, says she now regrets her vote in favor of the Laken Riley Act last year.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof.
With severe weather season right around the corner, what homeowners need to know about the evolving coverage for your roof. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Grace Arnold, Department of Commerce commissioner about what's driving rising insurance premiums and what you should look from in home insurance coverage.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
Minnesota lakes remain frozen. The people walking on trails around them remain bundled up. After a warm start to March, the seasonal shift is sputtering as it often tends to do.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices when they pull up to gas stations. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead.
A push for stricter gun laws in Minnesota is not new. However, this session comes on the heels of a devastating mass shooting last summer in which the target was students in prayer at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
The military strikes against Iran have sparked intense debate in Congress. U.S. lawmakers are not only split on whether to support the operation but also on whether President Trump should have sought congressional approval in advance. WCCO investigates how the Constitution defines declarations of war.
Traveling is already stressful, especially flying, but the deadly conflict south of the border might have some travelers second-guessing their upcoming trips.
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.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
Following the weekend snow, it remains breezy at times with some blowing snow in open areas, but the sun is out, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
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.
The whopping March blizzard has exited Minnesota, but the next storm system — albeit much smaller — is on the way, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
The weekend snowstorm is over, but many flights into and out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are still being canceled Monday.
Minneapolis and St. Paul are among the Minnesota communities that have both declared snow emergencies in the wake of this weekend's massive blizzard.
Maisie Adams, trend spotter for The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, shares some ideas.
Author Scott Maslow talks about his long-standing love for the David Lynch and Mark Frost series.
Dr. Alejandra Duque, with Allina Health, shares some information about the medical condition.
Highs will be in the mid-teens Monday in the Twin Cities. Travel will improve, especially in southern Minnesota. It's still breezy at times with some blowing snow in open areas.
Following the weekend snow, it remains breezy at times with some blowing snow in open areas, but the sun is out, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.