Alexandria Dad Creates Backyard Luge To Keep His Kids Off Their Phones
In an effort to get his three daughters outside and off their phones, a central Minnesota father carved a sled course out of snow and hosed it down to create a luge.
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In an effort to get his three daughters outside and off their phones, a central Minnesota father carved a sled course out of snow and hosed it down to create a luge.
Officials in Beltrami County are investigating after a Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe council candidate received suspicious mail containing a powdery substance.
Country music stars Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt are slated to appear at Target Field this summer.
No one was injured early Wednesday morning when a fire started in an Eden Prairie home and spread to the attic.
An attorney for a porn star who claims she had sex with Donald Trump says she is suing to invalidate a nondisclosure agreement "to set the record straight."
As a principal, it can be hard to track down Gail Wolfe buzzing throughout the halls of Christian Heritage Academy.
Experts say Target is risking more to take on companies like Amazon and Walmart.
Opioids are no more addictive than cigarettes or alcohol, but people might naturally have an addiction to one substance over another.
Since the first pregnancy test vending machine went in six years ago, they've spread to other states and yielded some surprising results.
A trooper is in the hospital tonight after authorities say a woman attacked him after hitting his squad car.
Minnesota is being named the best state in the U.S. for women.
It might be hard to believe, but this time last year several communities were cleaning up after damaging tornadoes barreled across the state.
The students also hope to raise awareness that black youth are victims of violent crime and five times more likely to be victims of gun deaths.
Folks were digging out from several inches of Monday snow across the metro, but that nasty storm made for sounds of joy Tuesday.
At one of many metro area bald eagle nests, doting parents sit on a clutch of eggs. It's a success story that's brought this once endangered majestic bird back from the brink.
Six cities will make up the American Great Lakes edition of the Michelin Guide: Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Minneapolis and Pittsburgh.
Two Minnesota school districts were in federal court on Wednesday for a hearing in a lawsuit they filed to keep federal immigration agents away from schools.
A 71-year-old man has "a low likelihood of recovery" from brain injuries suffered in an alleged assault at a Minneapolis apartment building, charges say.
The video shows the patient on a mental health hold striking hospital support staff. Then, the patient takes a swing with the bed rail at EMT Rob Madsen who was waiting to transfer a patient.
Brad Paisley, along with special guest Avery Anna, will take to the stage on Sept. 3.
Two Minnesota school districts were in federal court on Wednesday for a hearing in a lawsuit they filed to keep federal immigration agents away from schools.
A woman was injured on a southern Minnesota highway Tuesday night after she struck a turkey with her car and it went through her windsheild.
On March 31, a Cass County judge ordered Doug Schieffer to immediately cease any use of his property as an airport.
Public schools in Willmar, Minnesota, are closed Tuesday after the district "received a threat regarding school safety," officials said.
Damage from the fire can still be seen on surrounding buildings and there's an empty space where the Holdingford Mill once stood, but through this devastation came a discovery.
Officials at the Universities of Wisconsin have fired the system's president after he refused their offer to quietly resign and said they never gave a clear reason why he should.
Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor has won election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, growing its liberal majority.
Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor has won election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
The River Falls Fire Department says crews were dispatched to a fire at Walker Farm, located near County Road M, at approximately 1:30 a.m.
Owen Hailey was the second oldest of four siblings, and was known to be everyone's best bud.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
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.
Two Minnesota school districts were in federal court on Wednesday for a hearing in a lawsuit they filed to keep federal immigration agents away from schools.
Two Minnesota school districts are in federal court. They're suing ICE and former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to try and keep ICE and Border Patrol agents away from schools.
An appellate court has ruled that Iowa can fully enforce a law restricting instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in schools up to sixth grade.
Officials at the Universities of Wisconsin have fired the system's president after he refused their offer to quietly resign and said they never gave a clear reason why he should.
Democratic-backed candidate Chris Taylor has won election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
It's a bittersweet changing of kegs and hands in northeast Minneapolis as HeadFlyer Brewing issued a permanent last call on Sunday.
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
A 71-year-old man has "a low likelihood of recovery" from brain injuries suffered in an alleged assault at a Minneapolis apartment building, charges say.
Jennifer Lieber was found guilty of second-degree murder for killing David Nonovic at their Credit River, Minnesota, home on March 4, 2024.
Minneapolis is one of eleven sites across the country where additional FBI agents will be assigned to help solve unresolved cases in Native American communities.
A Hennepin County judge on Monday vacated a 38-year-old man's murder conviction after he spent nearly two decades behind bars for a crime prosecutors are now saying he did not commit.
Republicans in the Minnesota House say they plan to file an ethics complaint against a Democratic lawmaker over his ties to environmentalist lobbying groups.
The video shows the patient on a mental health hold striking hospital support staff. Then, the patient takes a swing with the bed rail at EMT Rob Madsen who was waiting to transfer a patient.
Twin Cities doctors are sending a serious warning to families after seeing a surge in injuries tied to e-bikes and scooters.
City leaders referred four ordinances to staff that would create licensing, zoning, and health regulations for establishments where sexual activity between consenting adults may be facilitated.
A Minnesota camp is giving children facing a parent's cancer diagnosis a place just to be kids.
Children's Minnesota announced Monday it is resuming gender-affirming care for children just over a month after pausing it amid "threats" from the federal government.
Brad Paisley, along with special guest Avery Anna, will take to the stage on Sept. 3.
Minnesota's own Bob Dylan will return to the Twin Cities to play a show at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater this summer.
Lady Gaga is still slated to perform in St. Paul later this week, despite canceling her Monday night show in Montreal.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Ayo Dosunmu scored 24 points and Julius Randle and Bones Hyland each added 19 as the Minnesota Timberwolves picked up a critical 124-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Taj Bradley outdueled Tarik Skubal and Ryan Jeffers drove in two runs as the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 4-2.
Vladimir Tarasenko scored the go-ahead goal in the second period, Matt Boldy had a goal and an assist, and the Minnesota Wild twice benefited from replay reviews in a 5-2 victory over the skidding Seattle Kraken.
Colombian star James Rodríguez has returned to his MLS club Minnesota United to continue his ramp-up to game readiness after being hospitalized last week for severe dehydration.
Luke Keaschall hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning and four Minnesota relievers combined for four scoreless innings as the Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 7-3 on a frigid night.
The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders.
The Trump administration's positions on a number of issues is prompting debate on constitutional powers versus executive orders. WCCO spoke with David Schultz, a congressional law professor at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota, to get some clarity.
Julie Le, who was removed from her post after telling a judge "this job sucks," is now challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota's 5th District.
In 2025, the entire U.S. Attorney's office had 77 immigration detention cases, she said. In January 2026, she alone was assigned 88 cases.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
Shattuck-St. Mary's is more than a hockey school, but hockey has helped put the school on the map. They have banners and big names to prove it, though the real evidence lies with a man called Rooster.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
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.
Filing your taxes can be stressful. But daydreaming about how to spend that refund makes it worthwhile.
It's estimated that children playing with fire set more than 20,000 fires every year. On average, the fires they start cause nearly 1,000 injuries and 150 deaths each year.
As we all pay more to fuel our cars, drivers might miss the savings hidden right at the pump. It comes down to timing, then adjusting your routine.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
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.
Wednesday will top out in the low 60s, with breezy winds and light afternoon rain.
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.
Scattered showers are likely in the afternoon and evening along a passing cold front, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Highs will be in the low 60s, with wind gusts pushing 25 to 35 mph at times. Scattered showers are likely in the afternoon and evening as a cold front passes through.
Highs will be in the low 60s, with wind gusts pushing 25 to 35 mph at times.
Wednesday will top out in the low 60s, with breezy winds and light afternoon rain.
Six cities will make up the "American Great Lakes" edition of the Michelin Guide.
Two Minnesota school districts are in federal court. They're suing ICE and former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to try and keep ICE and Border Patrol agents away from schools.
"Kitchen Pantry Scientist" Liz Heinecke shares some seasonal science projects centered around gardening.
Playwright Katie Ka Vang and actor Dorothy Vang share a preview of the show, "Hmong Futures."