Baker's Battle: Apple Valley 'Cake Wars' Winner Closes Bakery To Fight Stage 4 Cancer
"It was so surreal. I just felt like I was in a nightmare and I wanted to wake up," said baker Ann Alaboud.
"It was so surreal. I just felt like I was in a nightmare and I wanted to wake up," said baker Ann Alaboud.
Among the signs that your trees have been infested with emerald ash borer: pay attention to the bark. If it looks like, where the bark should be, it's exposed, that's usually a sign of an infestation. Also if you see small holes drilled into the tree would be another sign.
Is it unheard of to have cold temperatures in April? No. But it is putting some businesses in a spring conundrum.
A driver whose blood alcohol content was allegedly twice the legal limit after he was pulled over in Apple Valley blamed his errant driving on the wind, a criminal complaint states.
The driver was hospitalized with minor injuries. No one in the house was injured.
Minnesota has been called "the Purple State," sometimes because of politics, other times related to sports. Or perhaps, "The Purple One" himself, Prince. But recently in some Twin Cities suburbs, neighbors are seeing purple for a different reason.
A former Lakeville middle school principal was found dead Saturday inside a central Minnesota jail.
The search for an owl that flew away from the Minnesota Zoo earlier this month has come to a sad end.
The Minnesota Zoo is asking residents in the south metro to keep an eye out for a Eurasian eagle owl that flew away from the zoo earlier this month.
The celebration continues for Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson.
Six people suffered minor injuries after a motorist crashed into a Panera Bread restaurant in Apple Valley Friday morning.
Police in Apple Valley say a man was killed on the Fourth of July when a firework he was holding went off and hit him in the head.
Parents at a Twin Cities middle school are pleading for changes to a crosswalk before a child gets hurt or killed.
Alphones Latrese Herron Jr., 34, faces three first-degree counts of aggravated controlled substance crime.
A Long Lake man pleaded guilty and was sentenced Thursday for his role in an arson at a Dakota County government building.
It might be the season of giving, but it's also the season of collecting for a Twin Cities boy. In fact, collecting police patches has become a year-round endeavor for 9-year-old Robert Martinez.
Apple Valley police say 57-year-old Gregg Johnson, who went missing last Friday morning, was found safe Wednesday.
Apple Valley police want the public's help to find 57-year-old Gregg Johnson.
A woman is dead and a man is hospitalized following a Wednesday night shooting at an Apple Valley apartment building. Police say the suspected gunman shot and killed himself.
Two people suffered serious injuries early Monday morning in a south metro crash that happened shortly after police stopped chasing the vehicle.
The school board voted Thursday evening to start the distance learning model Nov. 12.
The animals at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley are enjoying more visitors.
Authorities in Apple Valley say a standoff Monday morning has ended without incident.
They are sterilizing all carts, setting up one-way traffic inside with arrows on the ground, employees wear masks and they started a new online ordering system with a drive through pick up.
The new Minnesota state flag will officially be raised across the state on Saturday. So, what does the flag look like and what's the meaning behind its design?
Friday will feature some spotty storms before a lovely Saturday, and sweaty Mother's Day.
A survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service shows 1.7 million anglers went fishing in Minnesota in 2022. Of those, 69% were residents and 31% were from out of state.
Minnesota made history by establishing the first Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Office in the country. Now we know who will lead the ground-breaking unit.
Last year, 22 air quality alerts were issued for Minnesota — 13 of them were orange, which means bad for people with pre-existing conditions. Nine were red — bad for everyone. Those 22 alerts spanned 52 days.
The new Minnesota state flag will officially be raised across the state on Saturday. So, what does the flag look like and what's the meaning behind its design?
Last year, 22 air quality alerts were issued for Minnesota — 13 of them were orange, which means bad for people with pre-existing conditions. Nine were red — bad for everyone. Those 22 alerts spanned 52 days.
The shooting occurred on the 3000 block of Irving Avenue North shortly after 7:30 p.m., according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
The 17-year-old from Minneapolis is facing two counts of second-degree murder in the deaths of 16-year-olds Diriye Abdi Muhumed and Chardid Farah.
A letter from the League of Minnesota Cities states that the City of Fridley was not negligent in regard to the damage to her home and that the city won't be responsible for paying damages.
Last year, 22 air quality alerts were issued for Minnesota — 13 of them were orange, which means bad for people with pre-existing conditions. Nine were red — bad for everyone. Those 22 alerts spanned 52 days.
Minnesotans will have a good shot at spotting the Northern Lights on Friday night, experts predict.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
After finishing their practice round on Monday night, the golfers were in their hotel rooms in Bartlesville, Oklahoma when they were told to go downstairs because a tornado was heading their way.
Minnesota's highest court has reversed a northern Minnesota man's conviction in a brutal 1986 sexual assault and slaying.
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature's audit committee have voted to launch a probe of diversity initiatives across state government.
A pair of wedding barns sued the state of Wisconsin on Tuesday seeking to block the enactment of a new law requiring them to get liquor licenses similar to other establishments that host events.
Milwaukee's election leader has been ousted by the mayor in a surprise move that comes just six months before Wisconsin's largest city will be in the spotlight in the presidential swing state.
Police in Wisconsin fatally shot a student who had pointed a pellet rifle in their direction outside a middle school, according to the state's Department of Justice.
Anglers will head to Wisconsin this weekend for the state's fishing opener, where they'll get a good idea of how the mild winter will also impact the fish bite during next week's opener in Minnesota.
Andy Coulter died of cancer in March, leaving a hole in the Montevideo community he loved dearly.
Art and spoken word can help break down barriers and allow people to share openly when it comes to tough topics like gun violence.
On Monday, more than 500 people heard Fine Sternberg speak at Hopkins High School for a special assembly commemorating Yom Hashoah, the Jewish day of remembrance for the Holocaust.
Every Monday morning, in a warehouse just outside of town, about 25 volunteers gather to pack food, clothing, medical supplies and even fire protection equipment. Former pastor Lee Schuemann is helping organize.
Dr. Greg Ekbom founded LimbFit, a Christian nonprofit that designs and fits prosthetics and also works side-by-side in hospitals with Ukrainian trauma surgeons.
The bill stalled earlier this week after senators from Virginia and Maryland objected to a provision that would allow an additional 10 flights a day to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Buying a gun for someone who is not legally allowed to have one — known as a straw purchase — would become a felony under a bill that got approval from the Minnesota Senate Thursday.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Lisa Pettigrew and Galen Smith about their long covid experience.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Kate Murray with the Minnesota Department of Health and long covid sufferer Shane Hendricks.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Dr. Tanya Melnik about the new M Health Fairview long haul COVID clinic.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
The red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves are back home on Friday to take on the Denver Nuggets in game three of the Western Conference semifinal series — and tickets aren't cheap.
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a ticket transparency bill aimed at protecting music fans when they buy tickets for shows.
Owning and protecting a home or a car in Minnesota is getting more expensive.
The amendment, which was heard in a House committee Tuesday, includes a minimum wage pay rate of $1.27 per mile and 49 cents per minute. That committee advanced the bill in an 8-4 vote.
Minnesota made history by establishing the first Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Office in the country. Now we know who will lead the ground-breaking unit.
The shooting occurred on the 3000 block of Irving Avenue North shortly after 7:30 p.m., according to the Minneapolis Police Department.
The 17-year-old from Minneapolis is facing two counts of second-degree murder in the deaths of 16-year-olds Diriye Abdi Muhumed and Chardid Farah.
A Minneapolis teenager is accused of fleeing police in a stolen vehicle near the University of Minnesota campus Sunday, causing a crash involving two other vehicles.
Minnesota's highest court has reversed a northern Minnesota man's conviction in a brutal 1986 sexual assault and slaying.
Rural Minnesotans say they're getting hit hard by what they call a "chaotic" health care scene.
Students at North St. Paul High School were lifting each other up as part of Shoe Day — a program by NAMI Minnesota that encourages teens to imagine themselves in each others' shoes.
The fitness chain's $10 monthly membership is one of few things that had remained unchanged since 1998 — until now.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with experts who working to track and treat long COVID.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Prince fans can add another stop to the list of must-see Twin Cities sites to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Purple Rain."
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
International superstar Becky G is set to take the stage at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand this summer.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
After finishing their practice round on Monday night, the golfers were in their hotel rooms in Bartlesville, Oklahoma when they were told to go downstairs because a tornado was heading their way.
Manny Margot highlighted a five-run first inning for Minnesota with a three-run double off Seattle ace Logan Gilbert, and the Twins beat the Mariners 11-1 to win their fifth consecutive series.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns has won the NBA's top social justice award for his efforts in helping Minnesota restore voting rights to formerly incarcerated felons.
Tattoo artist JC Stroebel says he was ecstatic after the Wolves won Game 2 against Denver and took to social media.
Blayre Turnbull scored two goals to lead Toronto to a 4-0 win over Minnesota in the first-ever Professional Women's Hockey League playoff game on Wednesday night.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Lisa Pettigrew and Galen Smith about their long covid experience.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke Kate Murray with the Minnesota Department of Health and long covid sufferer Shane Hendricks.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Dr. Tanya Melnik about the new M Health Fairview long haul COVID clinic.
For most of us COVID-19 is thankfully in our rearview mirrors. But for some the symptoms still linger, having never lost its grip. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with experts who working to track and treat long COVID.
Major bills have still not been voted on. But the legislative business has slowed because of the controversial return of Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who was charged last month with felony burglary.
Minnesotans like to explore, and now they'll have a chance to step into caves that haven't been explored in half a century.
John Lauritsen looks at how a Breezy Point barn went from housing buffalo and cattle to hosting customers and wedding parties.
It's one of the few covered bridges remaining in the Midwest, and it's seen a lot of traffic over the years.
Decades ago, at an 88-acre pasture near Annandale, cars replaced cows and French Lake Auto Parts was born.
There's an attraction in Fergus Falls that's centered around a man-made disaster.
A survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service shows 1.7 million anglers went fishing in Minnesota in 2022. Of those, 69% were residents and 31% were from out of state.
A summer sausage is apparently what's propelled the Twins to 12 straight victories. So, why are athletes superstitious? Good Question.
Cameras are appearing more frequently in courtrooms, but an age-old way to capture the moment is still finding its way into the spotlight.
Whether you're a new driver or new to the state, scheduling a driving test in Minnesota can be a bumpy road.
From drama involving Democratic Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell to now-former Republican Congressman George Santos, we've recently seen the flames of expulsion being fanned.
Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday.
Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
An early spring snowstorm made for many beautiful sights across the state of Minnesota over the weekend.
State fire officials say a grass fire near Waseca is contained Monday morning after burning more than 1,000 acres.
Friday will feature some spotty storms before a lovely Saturday, and sweaty Mother's Day.
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.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says Friday will feature some spotty storms before a lovely Saturday and sweaty Mother’s Day.
Last year, 22 air quality alerts were issued for Minnesota — 13 of them were orange, which means bad for people with pre-existing conditions. Nine were red — bad for everyone. Those 22 alerts spanned 52 days.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we will warm again on Friday with some pop-up showers possible in the afternoon.
Charles Hallman, who writes for the oldest continuously operated Black newspaper in Minnesota, is a staple at Target Center. But he found a passion for covering a neglected sports beat.
The Minneapolis City Council approved a plan on Thursday that will reconnect Nicollet Avenue 45 years after it was severed by a Kmart store.
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Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says Friday will feature some spotty storms before a lovely Saturday and sweaty Mother’s Day.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says we will warm again on Friday with some pop-up showers possible in the afternoon.