Driver Flees Police On Frozen Lake, Arrested For DWI
The sheriff's office says he stopped after driving off the lake, but refused to get out of the SUV.
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The sheriff's office says he stopped after driving off the lake, but refused to get out of the SUV.
A Rush City home sustained damage in an early morning fire Wednesday. According to the Chisago County Sheriff's Office, just after 2:30 a.m. officials received a call of a house fire on the 700 block of West 3rd Street.
The Chisago County Sheriff's Office says a 54-year-old man is in jail on multiple charges after a shooting incident Tuesday.
The Chisago County Sheriff's Office is reminding people as temperatures warm to be careful around ice. Monday morning an ice house broke through ice on south Lindstrom Lake due to rapidly changing temperatures.
A man is dead after a high-speed chase in Chisago County. Meanwhile, the sheriff's office says a deputy and another driver are lucky to be alive.
A male who threatened to shoot himself and others is dead after fleeing police and crashing into an oncoming vehicle.
A man with a history of drunken driving and another person were injured in a crash in eastern Minnesota Monday morning.
Officials say an officer shot an individual during the incident who is currently being treated at Regions Hospital in St. Paul.
An 11-year-old girl is dead after a crash involving two vehicles in eastern Minnesota Friday.
A new Pokémon video game has people talking, including the Chisago County Sheriff's Office. They declared Monday, July 11 "Pokémon Go Day."
Police in the Chisago City area are seeking the person, or persons, who vandalized several graves in the South Green Lake Cemetery.
Two people are dead after their motorcycle crashed head on into a van in Chisago County Saturday afternoon.
One person is dead and another is in serious condition after a one-car crash in Chisago County Monday morning.
A Chisago County Sheriff's Office patrol sergeant is being credited with helping return a horse that was loose on a freeway Tuesday morning.
One person has been arrested Thursday in connection with a homicide in St. Paul, according to Chisago County Officials.
Drivers hoping to get back on Highway 8 will have to wait a little longer.
In the past month, a St. Paul police officer resigned after admitting to a controversial Facebook post. And an officer in Rochester was placed on leave over posts.
Three years ago, Zac Bartz passed away after a lifelong battle with cancer. As a way to honor Zac, the Chisago Lakes Hockey Association named an award after him for a player who shows courage, strength, and love for his teammates, among other attributes.
A jury has decided the fate of a Chisago County man accused of giving his ex-girlfriend drugs that led to her death. Aaron Schnagl was convicted early Friday evening of third-degree murder for the December 2012 death of Danielle Jelinek.
Chisago County Sheriff Rick Duncan issued a statement Friday after being accused of nepotism for wanting to hire his son as a deputy.
The former second-in-command of a Minnesota sheriff's department says he was forced to resign for questioning his boss. He says he had concerns when Chisago County Sheriff Rick Duncan hired his son as a deputy.
A Minnesota deputy, fed up with drivers not moving over when they see lights and sirens, took action this week. More than 650,000 people have seen the post on Facebook by Chisago County Deputy Jim Mott.
In a Facebook post that was shared more than 4,000 times on Wednesday, the Chisago County Sheriff's Office reminded drivers of what the law requires when emergency vehicles appear in their rearview mirrors with lights flashing.
The trial continues Tuesday for a Chisago County man accused of providing drugs that killed his ex-girlfriend. Aaron Schnagl is charged with third-degree murder in the death of 27-year-old Danielle Jelinek.
Aaron Schnagl, the man accused of killing an Oakdale woman who went missing in December 2012, appeared in Chisago County court Monday as his trial began.
Five-time All-Star Napheesa Collier is probable for the Minnesota Lynx when they play at the Seattle Storm on Wednesday.
The U.S. House just voted to make daylight saving time permanent. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner explains how that could impact Minnesota and why our last attempt at getting rid of it failed.
Austin Hedges and Petey Halpin hit sacrifice flies in the sixth inning as the Cleveland Guardians, a night after hitting seven homers, used small ball to beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Tuesday for a third straight victory.
A 29-year-old former reserve deputy for a northern Minnesota county is expected to plead guilty Monday to spreading child sexual abuse material via Snapchat.
TPC Twin Cities is bringing back former Gophers and accomplished tour players this week for the 3M Open.
TPC Twin Cities is bringing back former Gophers and accomplished tour players this week for the 3M Open.
More than a half dozen have been rescued since Saturday, according to Jessica Proskin, who lives near the complex and has visited daily since.
A family who was living and working in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, recently self deported to Ecuador.
A shopping center project is inviting residents to become owners, not just customers as the developer aims to build community wealth.
People around the world were watching earlier this year as Minnesotans showed up in droves for peaceful protests. The neighborly behavior got so much attention that scholars from North Carolina traveled here to study it this summer.
A 29-year-old former reserve deputy for a northern Minnesota county is expected to plead guilty Monday to spreading child sexual abuse material via Snapchat.
Wildfires in northern Minnesota have brought summer tourism to a near halt in the Ely area.
A nearly 66-foot Uncle Sam-style nutcracker named Verne the Patriot now stands in Luverne, Minnesota, a small town that already has more nutcrackers than people. And yes, the star-spangled behemoth has a working jaw.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
Minnesota officials said Monday in a news conference in Ely that nearly 25 wildfires are active in the Superior National Forest, with three detected on Sunday alone.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
Three new women's world records have been set at the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, Wisconsin.
For 66 years, the Lumberjack World Championships have brought the world's best to Hayward, Wisconsin.
Three people who died after a pontoon overturned on Lake Pepin over the weekend have been identified.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
A family who was living and working in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, recently self deported to Ecuador.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion. Sources told CBS News the total cost could be far higher, in part due to military construction for damaged U.S. bases.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said his agency is pausing $867.5 million in Medicaid payments to California and $199 million to Minnesota.
The secretary of defense and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff are set to testify on Capitol Hill. It'll be their first appearance since this latest escalation of attacks between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East.
This weekend, a Twin Cities theater company will be performing "Dear Evan Hansen," a musical that deals with themes of anxiety, depression and isolation. But they also feel it relates to what Minneapolis went through during Operation Metro Surge.
Get ready to watch movies and television with clarity like never before. That's how industry experts are describing the latest TV technology now on sale exclusively at Best Buy.
A lottery player in Minnesota won a jackpot of more than $34 million last week, a record for the Lotto America game in the state.
The lawsuit accuses Loon of using "kid-friendly characters" to promote its vapes in flavors such as Cotton Candy, Strawberry Popsicle, Banana Taffy and Blue Razz Slushy.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
A 29-year-old former reserve deputy for a northern Minnesota county is expected to plead guilty Monday to spreading child sexual abuse material via Snapchat.
Minneapolis leaders are expected to discuss public safety Tuesday evening following increased violence over the last several days, including two mass shootings.
A man accused of defrauding a Minnesota program meant to help people with disabilities find and maintain housing pleaded guilty on Tuesday.
A 30-year-old St. Paul, Minnesota, man is accused of executing three people inside a leasing office Monday over a parking garage contract dispute.
The Maplewood Police Department said an officer was injured Tuesday morning after a man stabbed him at a CVS store.
Here's how weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could reduce worker illness and save companies money.
There are new accusations surrounding pollution problems at a battery recycling plant in Minnesota. An attorney says lead migration from Gopher Resource in Eagan poisoned some kids connected to workers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
This weekend, a Twin Cities theater company will be performing "Dear Evan Hansen," a musical that deals with themes of anxiety, depression and isolation. But they also feel it relates to what Minneapolis went through during Operation Metro Surge.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is expected to bring thousands upon thousands each day to Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul between Friday and Sunday.
There's so much to do this weekend in Minnesota, from festivals to art fairs.
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
Five-time All-Star Napheesa Collier is probable for the Minnesota Lynx when they play at the Seattle Storm on Wednesday.
Austin Hedges and Petey Halpin hit sacrifice flies in the sixth inning as the Cleveland Guardians, a night after hitting seven homers, used small ball to beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Tuesday for a third straight victory.
TPC Twin Cities is bringing back former Gophers and accomplished tour players this week for the 3M Open.
The Minnesota Lynx are on a six-game winning streak thanks in large part to the scoring prowess of Kayla McBride, who's now earning some recognition for her efforts.
The Minnesota Twins have activated All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celishave entered a critical stage.
The investigations into the ICE killings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis have entered a critical stage.
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
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.
The U.S. House just voted to make daylight saving time permanent. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner explains how that could impact Minnesota and why our last attempt at getting rid of it failed.
Get ready to watch movies and television with clarity like never before. That's how industry experts are describing the latest TV technology now on sale exclusively at Best Buy.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
It's one of Minnesota's rules of the road in which two is better than one. But Jodi from Lakeville emailed WCCO saying a lot of drivers don't seem to care about the law.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be a #Top10WxDay with comfy temps and light wind.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says wind will die down overnight and tomorrow will be a #Top10WxDay.
The Twin Cities will be treated to a #Top10WxDay Wednesday after a scorching heat wave, says meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
We stay dry right into the weekend, and Wednesday is looking like a #Top10WxDay, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be a #Top10WxDay with comfy temps and light wind.
Bob Dylan once said, "The Times They Are A-Changin'" but if lawmakers have their way, that won't be the case twice a year. The U.S. House just voted to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner explains how that could impact Minnesota and why our last attempt at getting rid of it failed.
Heated moments tonight as families furious about several shootings in Minneapolis confronted city leaders. Ashley Grams is live in Uptown where police are promising to step up patrols.
Disbelief and intense grief. That's what loved ones are grappling with after a shooting that killed three people in St. Paul. We now know the Monday night shooting in St. Paul started with an argument over a parking contract for an apartment building. Ubah Ali is live in St. Paul where family and friends mourned together.
TPC Twin Cities is bringing back former gophers and accomplished tour players.