Many Unanswered Questions In Brooklyn Park Girl's Death
Brooklyn Park police are investigating the death of a 6-year-old little girl. She died Saturday night, and investigators are being tight-lipped about how it happened.
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Brooklyn Park police are investigating the death of a 6-year-old little girl. She died Saturday night, and investigators are being tight-lipped about how it happened.
Brooklyn Park police are investigating after a 6-year-old child was found unconscious Saturday evening and later died.
Hennepin County authorities have charged a Brooklyn Park man who they say beat his 10-month-old son and left him brain dead. Twenty-year-old Dennis Taylor is charged with first-degree assault.
A Brooklyn Park man has been charged in the beating death of his 1-year-old son.
Authorities say a man suspected of assaulting a 1-year-old boy in Brooklyn Park, who later died from his injuries, is in police custody. Brooklyn Park Police say 23-year-old Reggie Delaney Harper is accused of assaulting Kazerion Harper earlier this week. Police say they believe Harper is the boy's father.
Police are looking for a 23-year-old man after a 1-year-old boy died of an apparent assault on Tuesday. Brooklyn Park Police were called just before 8:30 p.m. to the 2100 block of 74th Ct. North on a report of a 1-year-old boy not breathing.
A 41-year-old Brooklyn Park volleyball coach will serve five years of probation for photoshopping a family friend's face onto a child pornography image, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced Wednesday.
Authorities say a suspect is in custody after a police chase involving a stolen vehicle ended with the SUV crashing into a home in Brooklyn Park. Police say the incident started at about 12:20 a.m. Tuesday.
A Twin Cities woman has pleaded guilty kidnapping her friend's baby.
A Coon Rapids man has pleaded guilty in a drunken-driving crash that killed a teenage boy last summer.
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman called a news conference Wednesday morning to talk about the impact of heroin in the suburbs.
Officials have identified the pedestrian killed Tuesday in Brooklyn Park when he was hit by two cars, neither of which stopped.
Police say a pedestrian was fatally hit on a Twin Cities-area highway by two vehicles that didn't stop after the collisions. The Minnesota State Patrol said the pedestrian was hit Tuesday night at about 6:52 p.m. near Highway 252 on the border of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park.
Derek Engler is in the third generation of the family that started Pilgrim Dry Cleaners in Brooklyn Park. "Pilgrim started in 1940 with my grandfather. It continued with his daughter, my mother, Bonnie Engler. I came on in 2009," Derek said. He says clothes are cleaned in a solvent-based method that's green, organic and environmentally friendly.
The holiday shopping season is around the corner, and police have a warning: Don't get packages delivered to your house when you aren't there. Last Friday and Saturday in Champlin, police received two reports of packages stolen from doorways in the middle of the afternoon. But one of them happened at a house where a security camera was rolling, and the face of one of the thieves is clearly visible.
Minnesota health officials say they are prepared to handle an Ebola case if it makes its way to the state. On Saturday, the Minnesota Department of Health held a community information session on Ebola in Brooklyn Park.
If you love fall and hockey, then this is the perfect activity for you. Minnesota's largest corn maze is teaming up with the Minnesota Wild to give people a chance to celebrate both.
A West African restaurant owner in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota says fear surrounding Ebola may force her to close. During the lunch hour, Mama Ti's restaurant owner says there used to be a rush.
A Brooklyn Park police officer and an Osseo woman were hospitalized Monday morning after a two-car crash, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The accident, involving a Ford Explorer squad car and a Chevy Aveo, happened at the intersection of Zane Avenue North and 90th Avenue in Brooklyn Park.
Credit card readers are easy to use for businesses and customers, and now they've also become a target for thieves. Brooklyn Park Police say a ring of thieves is going around the Twin Cities stealing the machines off counters.
Now that summer's winding down, a lot of us are going from working out outdoors to a more regular gym routine.
Brooklyn Park Police have located a missing vulnerable adult. Police say 51-year-old Ida Tims was last seen Tuesday morning after walking away from her home on the 6300 block of Zane Avenue.
Brooklyn Park Police are asking for the public's help in locating a missing vulnerable adult. Police say 51-year-old Ida Tims was last seen Tuesday morning after walking away from her home on the 6300 block of Zane Avenue.
Stroll through downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul over lunch hour and you'll see how much people love food trucks. But on Saturday, they could bring their four-legged friends along for the meal. Milo's Kitchen is a food truck for dogs.
Tuesday is National Night Out, an annual event where residents in communities across the nation get together and talk crime prevention as well as forming partnerships with police. Many communities have events planned, and in Brooklyn Park they're using the night to unveil a new way for police to communicate with residents.
The Nicollet County Sheriff's Office in Minnesota has issued a shelter-in-place warning for the Washington Terrace Neighborhood.
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.
In 2023, the city of Vadnais Heights priced the construction of a new fire station at roughly 19 million dollars. This past January, that cost jumped. Last month, the city council approved a 33.3 million dollar bond without letting voters decide.
Ten years after U.S. Bank Stadium officially opened in Minneapolis—it is dealing with a new maintenance issue tied to a hailstorm.
The Minnesota Twins got off to another fast start and completed a three-game series sweep in Texas.
In 2023, the city of Vadnais Heights priced the construction of a new fire station at roughly 19 million dollars. This past January, that cost jumped. Last month, the city council approved a 33.3 million dollar bond without letting voters decide.
Ten years after U.S. Bank Stadium officially opened in Minneapolis—it is dealing with a new maintenance issue tied to a hailstorm.
Scattered across Dakota County, Minnesota, especially its rural landscape, are more than 8,000 private drinking wells. Since 2018, the county's Environmental Resources Department has been testing a portion of them for PFAS, commonly known as "forever chemicals" that are linked to numerous health issues.
One of five cannabis testing sites in Minnesota is shutting down, citing exorbitant costs as the reason.
Fewer than 6% of scouts ever achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. But in Edina, 6 girls from Troop 123 just accomplished that rare feat.
The Nicollet County Sheriff's Office in Minnesota has issued a shelter-in-place warning for the Washington Terrace Neighborhood.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Former President Barack Obama praised the actions of the "ordinary people in the Twin Cities" during the immigration surge earlier this year during the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on Thursday.
Former President Barack Obama praised the bravery of the "people of the Twin Cities" amid Operation Metro Surge during the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on Thursday.
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.
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.
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.
Federal officers arrested two more anti-ICE protesters Wednesday in the Twin Cities, with both going before a judge in St. Paul federal court hours later.
A St. Paul man is accused of threatening Kaohly Her when she served in the Minnesota House of Representatives on the day her colleague Melissa Hortman was assassinated inside her home.
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.
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.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
There's plenty to do in Minnesota this weekend, including some major anniversary parties, Maple Grove's ever-popular Chalkfest and much more!
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.
Since being selected second overall in the WNBA draft, Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles has quickly become one of the most talked-about young players in the league.
Olivia Miles set a WNBA rookie record with 24 first-half points on her way to a career-high 31 and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 99-83 on Wednesday night.
Minnesota coach Dawn Plitzuweit has welcomed an infusion of new talent and agreed to a new contract.
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.
Friday will start cool with a rain moving through. It'll clear up in the mid-day but a second round of rain will come through late afternoon to early evening. Weekend looks comfortable with temperatures in the 70s. Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks it down.
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.
Rain returns on Friday with showers in the morning and in the late afternoon to early evening. Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak breaks down the next few days and shares the weekend forecast.
A passing disturbance may spark scattered showers and a few thunderstorms Friday in the metro, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
There will be another (isolated) severe thunderstorm threat before a decent (and dry) weekend, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Friday will start cool with a rain moving through. It'll clear up in the mid-day but a second round of rain will come through late afternoon to early evening. Weekend looks comfortable with temperatures in the 70s. Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer breaks it down.
Special Olympian Kyle "Havoc" Kauffman is getting ready to compete.
Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, needs a new firehouse. But the residents say they weren't informed about it.
Olivia Miles gains following during rookie season with the Lynx.
Rain returns on Friday with showers in the morning and in the late afternoon to early evening. Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak breaks down the next few days and shares the weekend forecast.