16-year-old boy arrested after threats close several Twin Cities high schools
Apple Valley police say a trace of social media posts led to a search warrant execution in Eagan.
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ICE says "no record" of Rep. Omar's son being pulled over by agent
Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar said federal immigration agents pulled over her son on Saturday and asked him to prove his citizenship.
How the Korey Stringer Institute's heat research is changing athlete safety
Korey Stringer's death at training camp for the Vikings in 2001 rocked our Minnesota, the NFL and the nation. His shocking death eventually changed the NFL. But his family has never stopped working to protect others.
MPD chief critical of ICE agents' conduct amid chaotic confrontation
New video appears to show who agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement were targeting during a chaotic traffic stop Monday in south Minneapolis.
Why is the story of "The Wizard of Oz" still so popular?
The story of "The Wizard of Oz " is 125 years old, yet still reinventing itself in all kinds of forms.
Fake lease scam causes family to be without a home
Within four days of the family moving in, an eviction complaint was filed by a company different from the one they believed they were renting with.
Wild beat Capitals 5-0
Vladimir Tarasenko had two goals and an assist, Filip Gustavsson made 25 saves, and Kirill Kaprizov became Minnesota's career leader in power-play goals in the Wild's 5-0 win over the Washington Capitals.
Fairview, UnitedHealthcare reach agreement to keep patients in network
The Minnesota-based health insurance provider says it reached a multi-year agreement "in principle" with Fairview and the two are working to finalize the terms of their new contract.
Lead battery casings were found in an Eagan property. Who is responsible for cleanup?
Folks in Dakota County are raising environmental and health concerns after lead battery casings were discovered in the ground.
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Cold blast forces some Minnesota events to cancel while others push ahead
A bitter blast arrives in Minnesota just as the holiday season shifts into high gear. The cold temperatures are leading to some cancellations and an important message to bundle up.
Tips to heat keep your home heated safely in extreme cold
As heating equipment is strained under overuse this weekend, there are a few things you can do to assess problems.
Shoveling can trigger a heart attack. Here's how to clear snow safely.
It's not just plows clearing the snow, but people, too. From sidewalks and driveways, it's a job that can be tough on your body.
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NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on Dec. 16, 2025
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says it'll be warm enough to rain tomorrow evening, but it'll transition into snow as temperatures drop Thursday.
Why is the story of Oz so popular?
The story of "The Wizard of Oz " is 125 years old, yet still reinventing itself. Why has the story of Oz lasted the test of time? Good Question. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield found the literary wizard with the answer just happens to live in Minnesota.
Family warns against fake lease scam that left them homeless
Forced to leave their new home just days after putting down a deposit. A Twin Cities family says it's a scam that cost them thousands. They shared their story with our Ubah Ali.
Body parts, blood dumped at Minnesota recycling center
The Ramsey-Washington Recycling and Energy Center in Newport is sounding the alarm because they say hospitals are sending over dangerous waste and putting the facility's workers at risk.
Police chaplain charged in Eden Prairie hit-and-run
A police chaplain is now charged with hitting a family in a crosswalk and then hitting the gas.
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Wild beat Capitals 5-0
Vladimir Tarasenko had two goals and an assist, Filip Gustavsson made 25 saves, and Kirill Kaprizov became Minnesota's career leader in power-play goals in the Wild's 5-0 win over the Washington Capitals.
Snoop Dogg to perform halftime show for Lions-Vikings Christmas game
When the Minnesota Vikings host the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, fans may want to have their gin and juice handy come halftime.
Vikings aiming for smooth landing with McCarthy to finish turbulent season
The Minnesota Vikings have enjoyed consecutive promising performances by quarterback J.
Vikings edge rusher Greenard to have season-ending shoulder surgery
Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Jonathan Greenard will have season-ending surgery on a left shoulder injury he aggravated in the game at Dallas on Sunday night.
Twins to sign first baseman Josh Bell, source says
The Minnesota Twins and durable slugger Josh Bell have agreed on a one-year, $7 million contract, according to a person with knowledge of the negotiation.
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Why is the story of "The Wizard of Oz" still so popular?
The story of "The Wizard of Oz " is 125 years old, yet still reinventing itself in all kinds of forms.
What is hoarding?
It's the time of year when we accumulate the most stuff. When we do, people often throw around the word "hoarding." But it turns out it's a frequently misunderstood term.
What makes our skin oily or dry?
Why do we have oily or dry skin? A dermatologist explains the root cause and how it can change over time.
How did Minnesota become the No. 1 turkey-producing state?
It is the food that is top of mind right now, but did you know more turkeys come from Minnesota than anywhere else in the country?
Why do so many places in Minnesota start with "Minne"?
Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnehaha, Minnetonka, Minnewaska, Minneota. Those are just some of the place names in "the Land of 10,000 Lakes" featuring "minne" as the first five letters.
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Food Bank Eatery working to provide free meals to children in need
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
How north metro firefighters are spreading holiday cheer
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
Strangers help after trailer full of sled dogs turns over on icy highway
It was a scary moment in the Twin Cities over the weekend, as a trailer hauling sled dogs turned over on Interstate 494 in Minnetonka.
Minnesota's Somali community says Trump's comments "cannot divide us"
On Sunday, members of Minnesota's Somali community spoke out against President Trump's social media post calling for an end to temporary protected status.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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Fake lease scam causes family to be without a home
Within four days of the family moving in, an eviction complaint was filed by a company different from the one they believed they were renting with.
Fairview, UnitedHealthcare reach agreement to keep patients in network
The Minnesota-based health insurance provider says it reached a multi-year agreement "in principle" with Fairview and the two are working to finalize the terms of their new contract.
Volunteer chaplain charged in Eden Prairie hit-and-run
The suspect allegedly explained he had been driving home from church when his wife texted him about dinner and he looked at his phone. He thought he clipped a crosswalk sign.
The citizen journalist who documents ICE activity in the Twin Cities
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity was caught on live stream on Saturday in Chanhassen, Minnesota, with thousands watching as a citizen journalist was one of the first on the scene
MPD chief critical of ICE agents' conduct amid chaotic confrontation
New video appears to show who agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement were targeting during a chaotic traffic stop Monday in south Minneapolis.
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Man who shot Stewartville student was former member of wrestling team
A boy on the Stewartville High School wrestling team is still in critical but stable condition after he was shot in the school parking lot Friday morning by a former member of the team, authorities say.
Rep. Ilhan Omar calls for clarity on Twin Cities ICE crackdown
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for clarity about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.
Police: Moorhead student found with 1,000+ suspected fentanyl-laced pills
A 13-year-old student in Moorhead, Minnesota, was arrested on Thursday after he was found at a middle school with around 1,500 pills that police suspect are laced with fentanyl.
Council member urges Nisswa Mayor Jennifer Carnahan to resign
A special city council meeting held Wednesday in the central Minnesota cabin-country town of Nisswa had one item on the agenda: discussing the conduct of Mayor Jennifer Carnahan.
Man shoots student before dying by suicide in Stewartville, sheriff says
Authorities say a man shot a student outside a southern Minnesota high school Friday morning before dying by suicide.
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Trial nears for Wis. judge accused of helping an immigrant dodge agents
Defense attorneys and prosecutors are starting to select the jurors who will decide whether a Wisconsin judge accused of helping a Mexican immigrant dodge federal officers broke the law.
Joel Brennan, former Evers aide, jumps into 2026 Wisconsin governor race
Joel Brennan, a former top official in Gov. Tony Evers' administration, announced Thursday that he is running to succeed the two-term Democrat, joining a crowded primary field for the 2026 election.
Wisconsin judge refuses former Trump attorney's request to step aside
A Wisconsin judge on Tuesday refused to step aside as requested by President Donald Trump's former attorney, who faces a felony forgery case related to the 2020 election in the battleground state.
FBI agent rescued from car dangling over Milwaukee interstate: Video
An FBI agent was the subject of a dramatic rescue from a car dangling over a Milwaukee interstate, all captured on bodycam video.
Pedestrian fatally struck on I-94 in western Wisconsin
The crash happened at approximately 5:50 p.m. on eastbound Interstate 94 near Black River Falls, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol.
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Trump orders "total and complete blockade" of sanctioned oil tankers in Venezuela
President Trump on Tuesday called for a "total and complete blockade" on all sanctioned oil tankers that enter or depart Venezuela, as the administration heaps pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
What Minnesota governor's executive orders on gun laws will do
Gov. Tim Walz announced a series of gun safety executive actions today, but he also expressed frustration, saying that Republicans are blocking his efforts for an automatic weapons ban. As Esme Murphy reports, Republicans and gun rights advocates were quick to pounce with their own criticisms.
The citizen journalist documenting ICE's Operation Metro Surge
Saturday's ICE activity in Chanhassen, Minnesota, was caught on live stream, with thousands watching as a citizen journalist was one of the first on the scene. Adam Duxter introduces us to the man behind the camera, Andrew Mercado of Mercado Media, and how he's using Operation Metro Surge to grow a journalism operation of his own.
How ICE raids are threatening Twin Cities small businesses
Business owners say the Trump administration's increased immigration enforcement has made people afraid to leave their homes, which is deeply hurting businesses. Jason Rantala has more on how religious and city leaders are calling on everyone to lend their support.
MPD chief critical of ICE agents' conduct amid chaotic confrontation
New video appears to show who agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement were targeting during a chaotic traffic stop Monday in south Minneapolis.
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Inside Minnesota's LARK Toys, a one-of-a-kind marvel
The holidays are upon us, and in the town of Kellogg, Minnesota, you'll find a toy store unlike any other.
Vikings ticket prices plunge after Seahawks blowout
When we do winter weather stories, there's always that one line people use: cold, snow, ice — it's just what happens here. And this week, Ticket King president Michael Nowakowski said that same idea kind of applies to Minnesota Vikings ticket prices.
"Turkey day" is all year round for Minnesotans who farm the bird
Thanksgiving is a big day for the farmers who raise the centerpiece of Americans' dinner tables on the last Thursday of November. But in Minnesota, the nation's top turkey producer, the work doesn't stop once the national holiday ends.
Linden Hills restaurant handing out meals to those in need
A family-owned Linden Hills bar and restaurant is closing its doors for Thanksgiving, but opening the kitchen for those who need it most.
Last-minute shoppers grab Thanksgiving essentials ahead of holiday
On the eve of Thanksgiving, Sentyrz Liquor & Supermarket turned into holiday headquarters for last-minute shoppers.
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Volunteer chaplain charged in Eden Prairie hit-and-run
The suspect allegedly explained he had been driving home from church when his wife texted him about dinner and he looked at his phone. He thought he clipped a crosswalk sign.
MPD chief critical of ICE agents' conduct amid chaotic confrontation
New video appears to show who agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement were targeting during a chaotic traffic stop Monday in south Minneapolis.
Man charged after neighbors said he was "dragging a dead body" from apartment
A 25-year-old Edina man faces charges after neighbors reported seeing him "dragging a dead body" out of an apartment on Saturday morning.
Nick Reiner being charged with first-degree murder in parents' deaths
Officials in Los Angeles held a news conference about the killings of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, who were found dead in their home Sunday.
Teen arrested after threats close several south metro high schools
A 16-year-old boy is in custody in connection to multiple threats that led to the closure of high schools Tuesday in two of Minnesota's largest school districts.
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Fairview, UnitedHealthcare reach agreement to keep patients in network
The Minnesota-based health insurance provider says it reached a multi-year agreement "in principle" with Fairview and the two are working to finalize the terms of their new contract.
How the Korey Stringer Institute's heat research is changing athlete safety
Korey Stringer's death at training camp for the Vikings in 2001 rocked our Minnesota, the NFL and the nation. His shocking death eventually changed the NFL. But his family has never stopped working to protect others.
Retired teachers writing letters to Make It Better for children with cancer
Lou Ann Restad, Nancy Knoell, Karen Droegemueller and Elizabeth or "Betsy" Murnan are all retired teachers, ranging in age from 76 to 95. They may not be teaching, but they are still working, writing letters for Make it Better.
Minnesota nursing home workers must wait for raises because of state paperwork delay
Unprecedented minimum wages for thousands of workers in Minnesota nursing homes had been set to go into effect Jan. 1, but that has been indefinitely delayed.
Rabies case in Michigan organ recipient traced back to donor's exposure
An investigation into the case of a Michigan man who contracted rabies after an organ transplant provided more details on the infection's origin.
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Why is the story of "The Wizard of Oz" still so popular?
The story of "The Wizard of Oz " is 125 years old, yet still reinventing itself in all kinds of forms.
Snoop Dogg to perform halftime show for Lions-Vikings Christmas game
When the Minnesota Vikings host the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, fans may want to have their gin and juice handy come halftime.
Anthony Geary, "General Hospital" star, dies at age 78
Anthony Geary, who played Luke Spencer on the long-running soap opera "General Hospital," has died.
Rob Reiner's political activism included landmark wins for marriage equality
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.