Videos show wildfire destruction near Two Harbors
A wildfire several miles north of Two Harbors, Minnesota, has grown to over 370 acres, according to officials.
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Bill making grooming a felony passes unanimously in Minnesota Legislature
A bill to make grooming a crime passed unanimously in the Minnesota Senate Friday morning.
Aniya Allen's grandfather is returning to peace activism 5 years after her killing
Monday will mark five years since the tragic killing of 6-year-old Aniya Allen in Minneapolis
Timberwolves eliminated from playoffs after 139-109 loss to Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been eliminated from the postseason after losing to the San Antonio Spurs xxx-xxx on Friday night in Minneapolis.
It's a #Top10WxDay Saturday before stormy turn on Sunday
Saturday looks perfect with ample sunshine, highs in the low 80s and less wind than previous days. Things turn active on Sunday.
DFL lawmakers stage sit-in after motion to bring gun control bill to vote fails
The vote was defeated along party lines Thursday following nearly six hours of debate.
Edwards, Wolves still trying to climb over Western Conference hump
Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves are still trying to climb over the hump at the top of the NBA after losing in the second round to the San Antonio Spurs.
Flanders Fire near Breezy Point now at 600 acres with no containment
Wildfires are spreading quickly in northern Minnesota and burning hundreds of acres of land among extreme fire risk conditions on Saturday.
School district's planned prayer rooms, foot washing stations draw outrage
A Twin Cities school district's plans to include spaces for prayer and washing of feet in new construction and building upgrades has drawn national attention and outrage.
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Cooler, seasonal weekend; high of 60s on Mother's Day
Saturday will be a little cooler than Friday, with temperatures in the low-to-mid 60s.
Prepare for another summer of poor air quality, forecasters say
According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and their outlook for this year, smoky skies just may be our new normal.
Red flag warning issued in central, northwestern Minnesota Friday
A red flag warning will go into effect Friday afternoon in northwestern and central Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions, the state's Department of Natural Resources says.
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Southwest Minnesota has biggest risk of severe storms Sunday | NEXT Weather
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows has the latest forecast.
Demands for vote on gun reform continue and other updates as Minnesota Legislative session nears end
WCCO's Adam Duxter and Esme Murphy have updates as the Minnesota Legislative session nears end.
Wildfires rage in northern Minnesota amid red flag warning
Wildfires in northern Minnesota are estimated to have burned hundreds of acres, and continue to spread rapidly Saturday.
Severe storms expected Sunday, with biggest threat in southwest Minnesota | NEXT Weather
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows has the latest forecast, with severe weather expected Sunday.
Raw video shows wildfire destruction near Two Harbors, Minnesota
A wildfire several miles north of Two Harbors, Minnesota, has grown to over 370 acres, according to officials. Video from social media shows its destruction.
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Edwards, Wolves still trying to climb over Western Conference hump
Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves are still trying to climb over the hump at the top of the NBA after losing in the second round to the San Antonio Spurs.
Wild's Brodin, Eriksson Ek each had broken foot during playoff series vs. Avs
Defenseman Jonas Brodin and center Joel Eriksson Ek were unable to play for the Minnesota Wild in the second-round series against the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL playoffs because of broken bones in their feet.
Twins defeated by Brewers 3-2 after interference call
Aaron Ashby became the major leagues' first eight-game winner, helped when an interference call on third baseman Royce Lewis allowed the tying run to score in a two-run eighth inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 for their seventh win in eight games.
Timberwolves eliminated from playoffs after 139-109 loss to Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been eliminated from the postseason after losing to the San Antonio Spurs 139-109 on Friday night in Minneapolis.
Meet the horses who ran in the Preakness Stakes
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
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What is the federal gas tax? And why does Trump want to suspend it?
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
How important are outdoor activities to Minnesota's economy?
More people than the entire population of Minneapolis, or half a million, were estimated to go fishing in Minnesota this past weekend. WCCO looks at how the tradition stacks up with other outdoor events that keep the state's economy running.
What is the hantavirus? And how prevalent is it in Minnesota?
A deadly virus that's killed cruise ship passengers can be traced to small critters found hiding in homes.
Here are the fastest growing suburbs in the Twin Cities metro
So far this decade, the Twin Cities metro has, on average, added about 17,000 housing units per year, according to data from the Metropolitan Council.
What is the history of the Minnesota state flag?
A symbolic change is bothering some Minnesotans. Now their local leaders are listening; several cities are voting to fly the old state flag instead of the new one. While it was a drastic redesign, it wasn't the first.
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City's plans for Quincy St. construction worry northeast Mpls. artists
Quincy Street isn't just at the center of Art-A-Whirl, it's at the heart of the Arts District in northeast Minneapolis. The road itself, however, is falling apart. And the only thing bumpier than the exposed brick is the reaction to the city's plans to fix it.
Bus fire displayed at Minneapolis Mall as Somali leaders warn of rising attacks
Somali and Muslim leaders in Minnesota played a threatening voicemail at a public gathering Friday, saying businesses in their community are being targeted with messages warning of death.
Twin Cities Black homeownership rate fell to 29% in latest survey, Fed finds
The Black homeownership rate in the Twin Cities dropped to 29% in 2024, and the region had the largest gap between Black and White homeownership rates of any comparable metro in the country.
Art in Bloom adds Party in Bloom with Dessa performance
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
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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
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Aniya Allen's grandfather is returning to peace activism
Monday will mark five years since the tragic killing of 6-year-old Aniya Allen in Minneapolis
It's a #Top10WxDay Saturday before stormy turn on Sunday
Saturday looks perfect with ample sunshine, highs in the low 80s and less wind than previous days. Things turn active on Sunday.
City's plans for Quincy St. construction worry northeast Mpls. artists
Quincy Street isn't just at the center of Art-A-Whirl, it's at the heart of the Arts District in northeast Minneapolis. The road itself, however, is falling apart. And the only thing bumpier than the exposed brick is the reaction to the city's plans to fix it.
Minneapolis officials back community group to develop George Floyd Square site
Staff with the City of Minneapolis are moving forward with a recommendation to give development rights for the Peoples' Way, located at George Floyd Square, to the Minnesota Agape Movement, officials said.
What's next for the dozens of beagles rescued from a Wisconsin research center?
Dozens of beagles are getting a fresh start in Minnesota after they were rescued from a biomedical research center near Madison, Wisconsin.
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Flanders Fire near Breezy Point now at 600 acres with no containment
Wildfires are spreading quickly in northern Minnesota and burning hundreds of acres of land among extreme fire risk conditions on Saturday.
Single-engine plane struck by bullet while fighting northern MN fire
Authorities in northern Minnesota are asking for tips from the public after a fire suppression aircraft was struck by a bullet on Friday.
Videos show wildfire destruction near Two Harbors
A wildfire several miles north of Two Harbors, Minnesota, has grown to over 370 acres, according to officials.
It's a #Top10WxDay Saturday before stormy turn on Sunday
Saturday looks perfect with ample sunshine, highs in the low 80s and less wind than previous days. Things turn active on Sunday.
Northern Minnesota wildfire burns at least 100 acres; evacuations advised
Crews are working to put out a wildfire in Lake County that has burned around 100 acres, the Minnesota Incident Command System said Friday night.
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High speed Wisconsin police chase ends with airborne crash
A driver went airborne during a high-speed police chase in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, after fleeing a traffic stop.
50 beagles from Wisconsin research facility arriving in Minnesota Thursday
Fifty beagles rescued from animal testing in Wisconsin are set to arrive in Minnesota Thursday.
100 Mile Garage Sale underway along Mississippi River
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
Minnesota shelters taking in 50 beagles saved from Ridglan Farms
Minnesota animal rescues are stepping up to take in dogs from a Wisconsin research facility accused of animal abuse.
24-hour Give Big Valleys fundraiser aims to help Wisconsin nonprofits
You may have heard of Give to the Max Day, where people donate millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofits and organizations across Minnesota on a single day. That idea has spread to western Wisconsin, called Give Big Valleys.
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Demands for vote on gun reform continue and other updates as Minnesota Legislative session nears end
WCCO's Adam Duxter and Esme Murphy have updates as the Minnesota Legislative session nears end.
Northern Minnesota wildfires, latest on Capitol sit-in over gun reform, and more headlines
Reg Chapman has the morning headlines.
Trump says U.S. has killed Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
U of M political professor weighs in on sit-in at Minnesota House floor
A protest led by DFL members of the Minnesota House over a stalled gun reform bill entered the 24-hour mark on Friday night as the session goes down to the wire. The state representatives are holding the floor at the Minnesota State Capitol in hopes of getting a vote on the legislation. Republicans in the chamber say it's already had its chance. Ubah Ali spoke with a political science professor about how this compares to previous demonstrations over similar proposals.
MN DFL lawmakers appear set to continue sit-in for 2nd night over gun bill
A round-the-clock protest entered its 22nd hour at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on Friday evening. With just two days left in the session, DFL lawmakers are holding a sit-in in the Minnesota House. They want Republican House Speaker Lisa Demuth to allow a vote on gun control in the wake of the deadly Annunciation shooting. WCCO’ Esme Murphy shares where the debate stands as of Friday evening.
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Minnesota EV owners say tab renewal prices are exorbitant
Part of the end-of-session deal in the Minnesota Legislature rolls back skyrocketing tab renewal fees. Those fees have electric vehicle owners especially revved up.
Hormel rolls out Spam Dog for summer
In Minnesota, you'll be able to try one at St. Paul's CHS Field.
South Dakota tourism officials optimistic for 2026 season amid high gas prices
With more Americans opting to drive rather than fly amid higher costs, South Dakota tourism officials say the state is well-positioned as a regional road trip destination.
What is the federal gas tax? And why does Trump want to suspend it?
President Trump's idea to save drivers a few dollars at the pump could cost them in the long run.
100 Mile Garage Sale underway along Mississippi River
A 100-mile stretch of Mississippi River towns is hosting its annual 100 Mile Garage Sale this weekend, drawing shoppers and sellers from across the region and beyond.
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Single-engine plane struck by bullet while fighting northern MN fire
Authorities in northern Minnesota are asking for tips from the public after a fire suppression aircraft was struck by a bullet on Friday.
Aniya Allen's grandfather is returning to peace activism
Monday will mark five years since the tragic killing of 6-year-old Aniya Allen in Minneapolis
Rochester police investigating shooting near Essex Park
Police in Rochester, Minnesota, are investigating a shooting near Essex Park, according to a post on social media.
Justin Eichorn pleads guilty to attempted child porn possession
Justin Eichorn, the former Republican Minnesota state senator charged last year with attempted coercion and enticement of a minor, appeared in a St. Paul federal court Thursday where he instead pleaded guilty to attempted possession of child pornography.
4 men facing federal charges in string of Twin Cities burglaries
Federal investigators say four men from South America burglarized homes in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida, and walked away with more than a million dollars worth of cash, jewelry, firearms, precious metals and rare coins.
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Families plead for lawmakers to fix loophole capping at-home care
It comes after insurers stopped paying for their kids' daily care, which they argue was covered as part of a 15-year-old state law. As the end of the Minnesota session nears, lawmakers have four days to make a change.
Twin Cities teenager "brings joy to everyone" while braving terminal cancer
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
Mayo Clinic's president and CEO will leave job at end of year
Dr. Gianrico Farrugia has led Mayo Clinic since 2019, and the organization said it was his decision to "complete his tenure at the end of this year."
ER workers urge Minnesota lawmakers to vote on gun bill
Twin Cities emergency room physicians, nurses and technicians made an emotional plea Tuesday for lawmakers to do something about Minnesota's gun laws.
MDH monitoring 1 who may have been exposed to hantavirus overseas
The Minnesota Department of Health said Tuesday afternoon that it is monitoring a person who was potentially exposed to someone who tested positive for hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship.
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National Recording Registry adds Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ray Charles, more
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
KDWB morning host Dave Ryan retiring after 33 years
Dave Ryan announced Wednesday that May 22 will be his last day at KDWB, ending a 33-year run at the Twin Cities station.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis to play Minnesota State Fair
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are calling their Aug. 29 show "Homecoming: A Celebration of the Minneapolis Sound."
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Star Tribune wins Pulitzer for Annunciation school shooting coverage
The Minnesota Star Tribune was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for breaking news for its coverage of a mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that killed two children and injured more than a dozen others.