Burglar Targeting Christmas Presents Shoots Blaine Homeowners While Fleeing
Police say a Blaine couple was shot at Wednesday night by a fleeing thief who tried to steal their Christmas presents.
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Police say a Blaine couple was shot at Wednesday night by a fleeing thief who tried to steal their Christmas presents.
The Blaine Police Department said 36-year-old Tara Plum has been cited for criminal damage to property, and a court date is scheduled.
An Instacart delivery driver allegedly ran over an elderly couple's groceries due to a pro-police sign in their yard, according to police.
Union plow drivers and maintenance workers at several Twin Cities airports have voted to strike amid an "impasse" in negotiations with the Metropolitan Airports Commission.
A college student is being credited with saving the life of a high school hockey player after she collapsed on the ice.
A 31-year-old man who is now charged in the hit-and-run crash that killed a woman who was walking on the side of a Blaine road earlier this week told investigators he thought he'd struck a dog or sign. He was also allegedly driving without a valid license.
A woman walking a dog on the side of a Blaine road was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver Monday afternoon, police report.
Few details were immediately available, but the department, along with Anoka County Sheriff's deputies, are looking into the incident, which happened near 109th Avenue Northeast and Flanders Court Northeast in Blaine.
A neighbor told police Randall Reeve "confronted her and her boyfriend while holding and racking a shotgun." They went inside their home, and then began to hear gunfire.
A 64-year-old Blaine man is in custody after an officer-involved shooting incident in the city Monday evening.
An Anoka County deputy shot a man Monday night after the man allegedly fired a gun several times in a residential neighborhood.
A large police presence on southbound Highway 65 in Blaine has prompted traffic to be diverted in the area Tuesday evening.
Hadwin and Armour were two of few players in the afternoon to go low as wind started to play a role following a hot and humid morning with heat indexes reaching 100 degrees.
"I know where I'm at, what we need to do and stuff like that," Fowler said. "Really just focusing on things we've been working on, playing more consistent good golf."
As WCCO found, last week's rainfall will go a long way in keeping the course in good shape.
One of Minnesota's signature events is back after a year off due to COVID-19.
Blaine police are looking for the driver who shot a woman's motorcycle in an apparent road rage incident Monday evening.
It's considered one of the fastest growing cities in the state. This weekend, thousands who call Blaine home will be getting Back Together.
A new park dedicated to veterans from the Revolutionary War to the War on Terror hosted its inaugural ceremony Monday.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says northbound Highway 65 in Blaine could be closed for hours Friday evening due to a crash investigation.
Blaine police say a man was arrested Monday night after a five-hour-long standoff at a mobile home park.
Thieves stole a family's van from their apartment parking garage at the Emberwood Apartments in Blaine Thursday morning -- but they took away more than just a mode of transportation.
Matthew Jacoboski, 43, is charged with possession of burglary or theft tools and first-degree criminal damage to property.
Fogerty Arena in Blaine, which is the home ice for Blaine and Spring Lake Park's hockey teams and curling leagues, put out a call for help in a "Save Fogerty" campaign video asking for donations to keep the arena afloat while it's shut down during a traditional time to hit the ice.
On Saturday, gyms and fitness centers will be able to reopen at limited capacity after being shut down since mid-November.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
Expect light snow north of Interstate 94 during the morning commute, with rain, snow or a freezing mix near and south of there
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
Frustration and fears were expressed Monday at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
Frustration and fears were expressed Monday at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs.
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
Don Halverson's fellow members of the Minnesota National Guard's Red Bull 34th Infantry Division threw him an early celebration in Arden Hills, Minnesota.
Frustration and fears were expressed Monday at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs.
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
A central Minnesota man is accused of filing false income tax returns and defrauding medical assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Gov. Tim Walz has appointed Shireen Gandhi as the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services, just over a year after appointing her to the role in a temporary capacity.
A Duluth, Minnesota, police officer is recovering at home after authorities say a man stabbed the officer in the leg early Saturday morning.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.
Three people are dead after a house fire in a small western Wisconsin town early Saturday.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations aren't only happening in the Twin Cities. Federal agents are also working in smaller towns, and in some, seeing similar resistance from the community.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
Frustration and fears were expressed Monday at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs.
Feelings of frustration and fear today were shared at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs. As Esme Murphy reports, a new push to try and fix the fraud could put critical services in question.
FedEx sued the Trump administration over its tariffs on Monday, asking for a "full refund" of all payments it made to the government under a set of tariff policies that were ruled illegal by the Supreme Court.
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.
January is typically a slow month at Frontiersman Sports, but employees at the St. Louis Park, Minnesota, gun shop said sales spiked 30% above normal for the month.
Amid ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, a local company is filling a desperate need for on-demand legal help.
Outside the governor's mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Friday, demonstrators, including many students and teachers, pleaded for Gov. Tim Walz to enact an immediate eviction moratorium to help families impacted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
Frustration and fears were expressed Monday at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs.
A central Minnesota man is accused of filing false income tax returns and defrauding medical assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — known as "El Mencho" — was the boss of one of the fastest-growing criminal networks in Mexico.
Frustration and fears were expressed Monday at the Minnesota State Capitol about the fraud crisis in the state's autism programs.
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
Measles cases in the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate in a generation, and the trend now includes five cases in Minnesota since the start of the new year.
It's a place that sees patients in the worst of times. And now, Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis is in the worst of ways.
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
The EP, released on Ash Wednesday and called "Days of Ash" is "of the moment we wish we weren't in . . . but are," Bono said.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Anderson Cooper will report multiple stories for "60 Minutes" before the end of the television season in May.
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
Tyrese Maxey had 39 points and eight assists, VJ Edgecombe made a career-high six 3-pointers and finished with 24 points, and the Sixers beat the Timberwolves 135-108 to snap a four-game losing streak.
Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back.
Kelvin Yeboah scored in the 90th minute to rally Minnesota United to a 2-2 draw with Austin FC in a season opener.
Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.
The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Abou Amara, a Democratic analyst, and Amy Frederiksen, a Republican analyst, about the political impact.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty will send a letter this week, demanding DHS and DOJ turn over evidence in the shooting death of Alex Pretti.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.
St. James is a smaller town with a main street and a railroad running though. But inside a local building, the main street and the railroad are even smaller.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.
As our weather warms, love is also in the air. Valentine's Day is this Saturday, and while we know many of the traditions, Jeff Wagner wanted to get to the heart of the holiday.
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.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Expect light snow north of Interstate 94 during the morning commute, with rain, snow or a freezing mix near and south of there
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.
Tuesday will be warmer in the Twin Cities, and an early wintry mix is possible for parts of the state.
Northern Minnesota will see snow flurries on Tuesday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer. The Twin Cities could get clipped by the system during Tuesday morning's commute.
NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says the first of two rounds of snow will arrive in northwestern Minnesota early Tuesday before moving into central and northern areas. Temperatures are expected to be in the 20s and 30s across most of the state.
The suspect was already on police radar and considered a public danger before he was released from prison.
Tuesday will be warmer in the Twin Cities, and an early wintry mix is possible for parts of the state.
Northern Minnesota will see snow flurries on Tuesday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer. The Twin Cities could get clipped by the system during Tuesday morning's commute.
Minnesota communities are experiencing an uptick in stolen cars this winter. Data from the Minneapolis Police Department shows car thefts in the city are up 37% compared to this time last year. Jeff Wagner looks at ways to protect your wheels.
A rally at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul for Minnesotans looking for help growing their families took place Monday. They're fighting for insurance to help cover the cost of expensive IVF treatments.