Man sentenced for murdering toddler, assaulting infant
A southern Minnesota man has been sentenced to over two decades in prison for assaulting two young children in his care, one of whom died.
Watch CBS News
A southern Minnesota man has been sentenced to over two decades in prison for assaulting two young children in his care, one of whom died.
A 49-year-old motorcyclist is dead after a driver struck his stopped motorcycle in the north metro.
The Albert Lea Police Department asked residents to stay away from the 1000 block of Garfield Avenue.
Living to 100 may seem like a major feat, but there are communities around the world where it's common — they're called "Blue Zones."
Living to 100 may seem like a major feat, but there are communities around the world where it's common. They're called "Blue Zones." Several years ago, a Minnesota community decided it wanted families to follow his guidance. WCCO's Erin Hassanzadeh traveled to Albert Lea to see how it's going.
Using side imaging technology, authorities were able to locate the victim one hour into their search.
Austin Michael Navarro was charged Friday with one count each of second-degree murder and child endangerment.
A solar flare set off a geomagnetic storm that lit up the sky across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Marielle Mohs explains why we’re seeing them more often, and closer to the Twin Cities.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is issuing a warning after fake school shooting calls sent at least eight schools into lockdown over the past two days.
I-35 from Albert Lea to Ames, Iowa is closed as well as I-90 west of Albert Lea.
Traffic cams were rolling during a dramatic chase in Albert Lea this week.
An Albert Lea man has been convicted on six counts for ambushing police officers after he called in a report of hearing gunshots or fireworks.
WCCO’s Marielle Mohs spent the day in Albert Lea speaking with people dealing with water damage.
Albert Lea residents are cleaning up after flash flooding caused significant damage Tuesday night.
Albert Lea residents are cleaning up after flash flooding caused significant damage Tuesday night.
Minnesota health officials have traced back two cases of Legionnaires' disease to a hotel in Albert Lea.
Officials in Freeborn County say about 40,000 gallons of hydrochloric acid spilled when 28 cars on a Union Pacific Railroad train derailed in Albert Lea over the weekend.
Union Pacific Railroad says crews worked through the night to clean up a train derailment in Albert Lea.
The Minnesota Department of Health announced on Thursday that it has filed lawsuits against restaurants in Albert Lea and Milaca that continue to operate despite the establishments' licenses being suspended.
A court has fined Albert Lea's The Interchange Wine Bar & Bistro $9,000 for planning a "Nail It To The Walz" party that will violate court orders and executive orders on COVID-19 restrictions.
A 21-year-old Albert Lea man faces several attempted murder and assault charges for allegedly ambushing officers after he called in a report of hearing gunshots or fireworks. One officer and two other bystanders were struck by bullets in the incident.
Minnesota schools big and small are doing everything they can to stop COVID-19 from shutting their doors.
Katka is currently being held in a Minnesota jail awaiting extradition to Iowa.
Because of league rules, the team cannot wear the jerseys during the game. Despite that, parents say they're happy with how the jerseys have been received.
The Waseca community and neighbors gathered Thursday to send prayers of healing to an officer shot while on duty.
On the surface, Tom Truszinski had things all figured out. A successful career, a marriage and a growing family. Some would even say to get there, he'd beat the odds. One parent died young and another was an addict. On the outside, he had it all together.
Minnesota's ties to slavery, the Civil War and the Juneteenth holiday sent many to Fort Snelling for a tour on Friday.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
Minnesota's ties to slavery, the Civil War and the Juneteenth holiday sent many to Fort Snelling for a tour on Friday.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
After spending months helping immigrant families weather the economic fallout of federal immigration enforcement operations in the Twin Cities, Smitten Kitten is asking the community for help sustaining itself.
One of the several events taking place in the Twin Cities to celebrate Juneteenth on Friday is at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
A police officer was shot in the southern Minnesota city of St. Peter Thursday night, authorities said.
One of five cannabis testing sites in Minnesota is shutting down, citing exorbitant costs as the reason.
Minnesota's job growth outpaced national rates in May, while the state's unemployment rate ticked down slightly, according to data released Thursday.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman, and Ken Chesebro entered not guilty pleas in Dane County Circuit Court on Tuesday to 11 felony forgery charges tied to a scheme to submit false electoral certificates to Congress after Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020.
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Hannah Dugan's obstruction of justice conviction will stand, rejecting her legal team's argument that a recent appeals court ruling should have invalidated the case.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
A man serving a life sentence in a Wisconsin prison for killing six hunters during a confrontation over trespassing in 2004 has died, officials said.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
On the Lake Harriet shoreline in Minneapolis Saturday evening, dozens of children picked up a fishing rod for the first time.
Hours after the announcement, community members were eager to learn more about the one challenged with leading the most scrutinized police department in the country.
Created by Freedom Reads, a nonprofit organization in Connecticut, the Inside Literary Prize is the first major U.S. book award decided exclusively by incarcerated readers.
A 23-year-old man from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, faces a criminal vehicular homicide charge after prosecutors say he hit and killed a person on a highway, then fled.
A senior Justice Department official called a judge's demand for a declaration on the status of the "anti-weaponization" fund "unnecessary."
A change of plans for the vice president as JD Vance is no longer traveling to Switzerland to lead talks with Iran.
President Trump's efforts to spruce up the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool faced a snag this week, with algae turning the water green while rips appeared in an "American Flag Blue" surface picked by the president.
An international watchdog group has released a damning report on Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota, calling for federal leaders to be investigated for creating a "human rights crisis," and urging local leaders to step up support for those impacted.
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The dream of a woman in Minnesota started with excitement, but quickly unraveled into loss after she said she fell victim to a scheme that targeted more than 30 Spanish speakers.
For years, it was all hands on deck; a business model buoyed by a bevy of free time that sent sales surging in a way never before seen. But as Minnesota enters lake season, outdoor sales for boats, jet skis and more have almost dropped anchor.
Jester Concepts' Monday announcement noted that Borough will mark its remaining five weeks of service through June 27 with events celebrating the restaurant's history, and it encouraged customers to reserve tables during the final weeks.
According to court documents filed late last month, 34-year-old Kenneth Mills faces four counts of third-degree burglary and a count of possession of burglary or theft tools.
McKenna Wendel was last seen alive on March 14 and her body was found outside Brookings, an hour's drive north of Sioux Falls, on March 19.
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
A Twin Cities man is accused of stealing his dog from an animal hospital after it had been deemed dangerous and ordered to be euthanized by officials.
If the case is moved to federal jurisdiction, it will still be prosecuted by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
Emily Pearson has a rare genetic disorder that causes severe, painful reactions to sunlight.
Jenn Glass has been taking a GLP-1 since last November. The 53-year-old mother of three has already lost more than 30 pounds, but she's focused on something beyond the number on the scale.
It's a gruesome problem impacting livestock in southern states and veterinarians worry it could come to Minnesota.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
HCMC in Minneapolis got what they wanted, a large financial boost from lawmakers, and now the leaders of Minnesota's busiest trauma hospital say they'll put their money where their mouths are and get to work restructuring finances.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day!
Twin Cities native Michael Larsen, better known as Eyedea, made a name for himself with his freestyle battle rap skills and as one-half of the duo Eyedea & Abilities.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
A little rain wasn't going to ruin the parade of joy for Special Olympics USA Games athletes at the St. Paul Downtown Airport on Friday.
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
The Special Olympic USA Games are nearly underway in the Twin Cities, with thousands of athletes from across the country competing. That includes one Minnesota flag football star nicknamed "Havoc."
Jake Golday will likely spend most of his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings on special teams while serving as the top backup inside linebacker.
The Minnesota Twins got off to another fast start and completed a three-game series sweep in Texas.
After disputes about ballots and concerns about voting totals, businessman Kendall Qualls won the endorsement.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
Minnesota's election season officially kicks off this week as both major parties hold conventions to endorse candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, with competitive battles on the Republican side and clearer paths for Democrats.
Both parties begin the endorsement process today in Rochester and Duluth, with the August primary just two months away.
Friday, the Democratic and Republican parties begin the process of endorsing nominees for statewide offices.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Nearly 40 years ago, a building was sent over piece by piece from Norway to a farm in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It's one of the only stabburs in the United States.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
The sign is 51 feet tall and 63 feet wide. And when it was built 85 years ago it was one of the largest neon signs in the entire country.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
Milder winters mean more ticks survive to the following spring, and a southern species that can trigger a red meat allergy is now gaining ground in Minnesota as a result.
She didn't win her party's endorsement, but Republican Lisa Demuth plans to keep running for governor anyway. History shows that might actually work in her favor.
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.
Hail pelted several central Minnesota communities as storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
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.
A line of storms that have been moving through central Minnesota on Friday afternoon and evening will be out of the area by 10:00 p.m.
Fridley, Maple Grove and Columbia Heights were among the cities in central Minnesota hit with hail as severe storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.
Minnesotans in the central area of the state saw hail fall on Friday afternoon and evening as severe storms rolled through on June 19, 2026.
A line of storms that have been moving through central Minnesota on Friday afternoon and evening will be out of the area by 10:00 p.m.
The famous enslaved couple whose Supreme Court case helped ignite the Civil War once lived at Historic Fort Snelling, a history now central to the site's Juneteenth tours.
Inside Inkwell Booksellers in northeast Minneapolis, a vending machine sells original mini art pieces for just $1 — and organizers hope to expand to more artists.
More than 120 volunteer pilots took part in the Special Olympics Airlift, flying roughly a quarter of all USA Games athletes to the Twin Cities at no cost aboard private jets.
Fridley, Maple Grove and Columbia Heights were among the cities in central Minnesota hit with hail as severe storms rolled through on Friday afternoon and evening.