ICE agent accused of assault for pulling gun on 2 people on highway, charges say
Gregory Morgan Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland, was charged Thursday morning with two counts of second-degree assault in the Feb. 5 incident.
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U.S. Senate votes to end ban on mining in Boundary Waters
Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith spoke for hours on the Senate floor Wednesday night in an attempt to block the vote.
Federal agents raid Twin Cities stores in SNAP fraud probe
Federal agents say they executed criminal search warrants at two Twin Cities stores on Thursday as part of an investigation into $2.1 million of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program fraud.
New video shows moments before assault on conservative journalist
The men who recorded the video say they released it so the world could get a fuller understanding of what happened beyond the viral clip.
Showers, storms to hit Twin Cities Friday ahead of weekend cooldown
A passing cold front will bring showers and storms to the Twin Cities on Friday, as well as a big drop in temperatures.
Eden Prairie triathlete paralyzed after being hit by car during competition
In just the past few years, Ashleigh Whitton of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, had begun competing in triathlons. After colliding with a car that ended up in her racing path on Sunday, she's been left paralyzed from the neck down.
Sen. John Hoffman and his family file civil suit against Vance Boelter
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman and his family are suing Vance Boelter, the man accused of shooting him and his wife at their Champlin home last June, before killing former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.
Singer d4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in death of Celeste Rivas, LAPD says
Singer and songwriter d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the singer.
Jury convicts Minneapolis man for killing ex-girlfriend after she posted about him online
A jury convicted David Wright, 51, of first-degree murder on Wednesday for killing his ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels in Minneapolis minutes after she wrote on Facebook that he threatened her family and damaged her car.
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National Weather Service preparing Minnesotans for severe weather season
It's Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Before the next round of rough weather hits, officials with both states want to make sure residents have emergency plans in place.
Storm chaser captures tornado on video in southern Minnesota
The National Weather Service confirms three tornadoes hit southern Minnesota Monday night in Amboy, Matawan and Elmore.
Wet weekend, but a chance to hit temperature in the 70s
Saturday high temperatures are expected to hit the 50s.
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NEXT Weather: 5 a.m. report for Minnesota from April 17, 2026
A passing cold front will bring showers and storms to the Twin Cities on Friday, as well as a big drop in temperatures.
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WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be windy and temperatures will tumble into the 40s and 30s.
Walker Art Center cuts ties with restaurant Cardamom
The Walker Art Center in Minneapolis says it is terminating its relationship with Cardamom restaurant after its management group decided to replace staff positions with QR codes.
Investigators uncover $2M in SNAP-related fraud in Minnesota
Stealing money meant to help Minnesotans buy food. That is the latest accusation in the state's fraud crisis.
Video shows moments before attack involving Turning Point USA reporter
New video shared with WCCO shows the scuffle in which a reporter says she got hurt outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis on Saturday. Ubah Ali heard from witnesses who say their video shows important moments leading up to the violence.
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Wild not ready to name Game 1 goalie
The Minnesota Wild have entered the playoffs with fully professed confidence in both of their goalies.
Dance coach raising money so students can see famous Black dance company
A north Minneapolis dance coach wants to give her team a glimpse at greatness.
Interim Vikings GM vows patience, simplicity as draft approaches
The Minnesota Vikings own nine picks in the NFL draft this year after missing the playoffs last season.
Fleet beat Minnesota Frost 3-2; Eldridge scores 2 for Boston
Jessie Eldridge scored two goals to go with an assist, Alina Müller had two assists and a goal, and the Boston Fleet beat the Minnesota Frost 3-2.
MLB, Twins investigating Duran's allegation that fan told him to kill himself
The Minnesota Twins and Major League Baseball are investigating Jarren Duran's allegation that a fan he pointed his middle finger at during a game had told the Boston Red Sox outfielder to kill himself.
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Why does coffee offer so many health benefits?
The popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
Fitness expert details how to maximize exercise when short on time
One of the biggest obstacles to exercising can be finding enough time to work out. WCCO explores whether upping the intensity can give someone the same benefits in a shorter amount of time.
What are some smart ways to use your tax refund?
Filing your taxes can be stressful. But daydreaming about how to spend that refund makes it worthwhile.
Why do children set fires?
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.
Which day of the week is the cheapest for buying gas?
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.
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Shakopee custodian, a former student, transforms building with her murals
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.
A St. Paul woman is shining her light at the Salvation Army
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.
Shakopee residents fear eviction after losing income due to ICE surge
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.
Minnetonka Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson dies of job-related cancer
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
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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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New video shows moments before assault on conservative journalist
The men who recorded the video say they released it so the world could get a fuller understanding of what happened beyond the viral clip.
Jury convicts teen who tried to bring machine gun to high school graduation
A federal jury convicted a Minnesota man of illegally possessing a machine gun while on the way to a Twin Cities high school graduation.
3,000-year-old owl accidentally damaged by visitor back on display at MIA
The Pillsbury Owl, accidentally damaged in 2023 by a museum visitor, is back on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
Dance coach raising money so students can see famous Black dance company
A north Minneapolis dance coach wants to give her team a glimpse at greatness.
Turmoil at City Hall: Why the Minneapolis City Council seems to make headlines
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
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Senate votes to end ban on mining in Boundary Waters
The U.S. Senate on Thursday voted to end a mining ban near the Boundary Waters in northern Minnesota.
Farm animals killed in central Minnesota barn fire
A farm in Monticello, Minnesota, is recovering after a barn fire on Saturday killed dozens of animals, according to the facility.
Kale Misegades on helping lead Henning basketball to state semifinal
Kale Misegades averaged a 36 point double-double this season as his Henning Hornets went undefeated until the state semifinal, where they got upset in overtime to the eventual state champs.
Minnesota service member severely injured in drone strike shares story
"I lost six of my battle buddies who were sitting pretty close to me and that's a struggle within itself. The invisible wounds are hard to heal," Sgt. Cory Hicks said.
Pastor using drone to film churches across central Minnesota
Mitchell Bechtold, who is pastor for four churches in the area, has now filmed more than 40 churches across central Minnesota, with many still ahead.
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Sheriff: Woman found dead in Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota
A woman was found dead at a complex on the Mississippi River in Winona County, Minnesota, on Wednesday morning.
Wisconsin becomes 33rd state to legalize online sports betting
Gamblers in Wisconsin will still have to wait months or maybe even longer before they can start to legally place bets.
UW regents cite disputes over AI and other topics in president's firing
Leaders on the board that oversees the Universities of Wisconsin say that the fired president of the system was slow to address pressing issues like artificial intelligence and feared upsetting policymakers, faculty and staff.
Spooner, Wisconsin is home to one of the largest musky hatcheries in the world
It's one of the largest musky hatcheries in the entire world. John Lauritsen shows us how the Spooner hatchery keeps fish healthy and anglers happy.
UW board votes to fire system president after he refused to quit
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.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
These are the controversial proposals at the Minneapolis City Council
From name calling to bathhouse proposals and possibly ousting the police chief, there’s always something to talk about with the Minneapolis City Council.
Turmoil at City Hall: Why the Minneapolis City Council seems to make headlines
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
Why the Minneapolis City Council seems to make headlines
From the controversies to the name-calling to bathhouse proposals to perhaps not renewing Police Chief Brian O'Hara's contract, it seems the Minneapolis City Council is always giving us something to talk about.
Senate votes to lift ban on mining near Boundary Waters
The U.S. Senate voted to end the ban on mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota.
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Minnesota Legislature considers bills banning prediction markets
The bills aim to close what supporters call a gambling law loophole, allowing for these prediction markets to flourish with no regulations.
Headflyer Brewing serves last call at northeast Minneapolis taproom
It's a bittersweet changing of kegs and hands in northeast Minneapolis as HeadFlyer Brewing issued a permanent last call on Sunday.
Here's how to save on gas in the Twin Cities
Minnesota continues to beat the national gas price average, but there are still ways to save in the metro area.
Man admits bomb threat that forced Chicago-bound plane to land in Detroit
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.
Mass transit and first responders take solace in pre-paid gas deals
Your car isn't the only vehicle that needs gas. It's a huge budget item for Minnesota fire departments, police and mass transit.
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Federal agents raid Twin Cities stores in SNAP fraud probe
Federal agents say they executed criminal search warrants at two Twin Cities stores on Thursday as part of an investigation into $2.1 million of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program fraud.
Jury convicts teen who tried to bring machine gun to high school graduation
A federal jury convicted a Minnesota man of illegally possessing a machine gun while on the way to a Twin Cities high school graduation.
St. Cloud man sentenced in crash that killed 11-year-old girl
A 19-year-old man has been sentenced for criminal vehicular homicide in a crash last year in Independence, Minnesota, that killed an 11-year-old girl, according to court records filed Wednesday.
Man pleads guilty in Eagan street racing crash that killed 2
A 21-year-old White Bear Lake, Minnesota, man pleaded guilty on Thursday in a fatal high-speed crash that killed two young men during a street race last summer.
ICE agent accused of assault for pulling gun on 2 people on highway, charges say
Gregory Morgan Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland, was charged Thursday morning with two counts of second-degree assault in the Feb. 5 incident.
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Inside Fairview Southdale Hospital's calmer alternative to emergency room
At M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, Minnesota, there is an emergency room within the emergency room, focused on mental health.
Lawmakers hear two possible solutions to help keep HCMC's doors open
Lawmakers at the Minnesota State Capitol are searching for solutions, trying to lend a hand to Hennepin Healthcare before it's too late.
Why does coffee offer so many health benefits?
The popular afternoon pick-me-up in a cup is like a super food, supplement and medicine cure-all.
Boy, 5, with rare condition makes amazing progress after heart transplant
At 5 years old, William Staley Olesen is a ball of energy. Watching him run around, laugh and play, it would be hard to know just how much he has already been through.
Despite financial challenges, new Hennepin Healthcare CEO has hope
With a billion in Medicaid cuts, Hennepin Healthcare, a hospital that serves people with or without insurance, will likely close if state lawmakers don't act.
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"Reclaim" video game is voiced entirely by Ojibwe community members
A video game is helping people experience the Ojibwe culture in a new way.
Stage play in Minneapolis explores impact of immigration, displacement
At Mixed Blood Theatre in Minneapolis, a new production is using the stage to explore the impact of immigration and displacement.
Brad Paisley to perform at 2026 Minnesota State Fair
Brad Paisley, along with special guest Avery Anna, will take to the stage on Sept. 3.
Bob Dylan to perform at Mystic Lake Amphitheater on July 6
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 still to perform in St. Paul this week despite canceling Montreal show
Lady Gaga is still slated to perform in St. Paul later this week, despite canceling her Monday night show in Montreal.