Cicadas pee from trees. And they can urinate a lot, a new study finds.
Scientists who study such things have found that cicadas urinate in a jet stream because they consume an incredible volume of fluid during their brief time above ground.
Scientists who study such things have found that cicadas urinate in a jet stream because they consume an incredible volume of fluid during their brief time above ground.
The bugs emit a loud, droning buzzing sound when they emerge — signaling they are ready to mate.
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A 31-year-old man faces more than a century in prison for allegedly raping a woman at knifepoint near a Minneapolis lake on Friday, then kidnapping her, forcing her to buy him food and eventually stealing her vehicle.
Fans at her concerts last weekend danced so hard they generated seismic activity that was felt nearly four miles away from Murrayfield Stadium.
President Biden already said he will not pardon his son, Hunter, which he reiterated during a joint news conference in Italy on Thursday.
Author Alan Gratz says his book might get a sales uptick from the notoriety, but most banned books and their authors suffer negative outcomes.
A 31-year-old man faces more than a century in prison for allegedly raping a woman at knifepoint near a Minneapolis lake on Friday, then kidnapping her, forcing her to buy him food and eventually stealing her vehicle.
Looking for a way to celebrate Juneteenth? Here's a list of local events and parties happening around the Twin Cities.
Officials said the fire was likely started by accident and there were no working smoke alarms in the home.
Wealth of Geeks, a pop culture and lifestyle website, surveyed 3000 people to find the country's Top 100 Underrated Nightlife Neighborhoods.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating.
Wealth of Geeks, a pop culture and lifestyle website, surveyed 3000 people to find the country's Top 100 Underrated Nightlife Neighborhoods.
Adam Fravel is accused of first- and second-degree murder in connection to Madeline Kingsbury's death.
St. Cloud State University, one of Minnesota's largest schools, is getting ready to cut close to 90 programs and more than 50 faculty members.
A man is dead and a woman is injured after an ATV crash near Mille Lacs Lake.
The photos depict an Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flying in formation with a F-35 Lightning II from Arizona's 62nd Fighter Squadron over various parts of the Duluth area.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has kept a lower court's ruling banning the use of mobile voting sites in the upcoming presidential election in place for now, a win for Republicans.
Each June, Waubeka, Wisconsin, venerates one of the nation's more enduring symbols with a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans.
Police now say at least a dozen people were hurt in a shooting at a party in Wisconsin's capital city. More than 25 people were at the party on the roof of a high-rise apartment building in downtown Madison early Sunday when shots were fired.
Wednesday marks the 125th anniversary of the "New Richmond Cyclone" of 1899, which, to this day, remains the deadliest tornado in Wisconsin's history.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' new legislative maps have given Democrats hope of regaining the majority in the state Assembly for the first time in 14 years.
Most places having handicapped parking spots, but it doesn't necessarily mean people who use wheelchairs are able to park.
Donovan Harmel walked in one of the first Pride parades in Minneapolis, and over the years has watched the LGBTQ+ and sober community grow.
A 101-year-old soldier helped win World War II, but more recently he's taken his talents to the internet.
The first Tribal college and university in a major U.S. city will have its grand opening Thursday in Minneapolis.
Father Mike Sullivan has been pastor of St. Joseph The Worker in Maple Grove for 24 years and making homemade sweet spreads for almost as long.
President Biden already said he will not pardon his son, Hunter, which he reiterated during a joint news conference in Italy on Thursday.
The 120-page report details the ways in which the department failed to act on prior warning signs about the nonprofit and was ill-prepared to hold Feeding Our Future accountable even before the pandemic struck.
Most Americans don't believe Trump should have immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken while he was president. Some Republicans disagree.
The Supreme Court on Thursday tossed out a challenge targeting the availability of a widely used abortion pill, preserving access to the drug.
A Christian legal aid group that has "fundamentally changed American society" through U.S. courts is rapidly expanding its work around the world.
New numbers out on Wednesday show prices on all items rose about 3% year-over-year last month. But car insurance prices jumped a whopping 20%.
A proposal could pump the brakes on drive-thru fast food in Minnesota's capitol city.
Results from a recent survey put out by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development show that job vacancies have dropped nearly 24.7% over the last year.
The windy weather may have affected turnout, but the return of Downtown Thursdays to downtown Minneapolis has given many hope for the energy needed to revitalize the corridor.
Orange cones and dust mark much of northeast Minneapolis along East Hennepin Avenue.
A 31-year-old man faces more than a century in prison for allegedly raping a woman at knifepoint near a Minneapolis lake on Friday, then kidnapping her, forcing her to buy him food and eventually stealing her vehicle.
The 120-page report details the ways in which the department failed to act on prior warning signs about the nonprofit and was ill-prepared to hold Feeding Our Future accountable even before the pandemic struck.
Adam Fravel is accused of first- and second-degree murder in connection to Madeline Kingsbury's death.
Armed federal agents raided a string of Twin Cities homes on Wednesday in search of who tried to bribe a juror with a gift bag packed with cash.
A plane carrying Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell landed near his hometown in Connecticut on Wednesday afternoon.
A Blaine woman and her family will be featured in Amazon Prime's new six-episode docuseries, "Take Me Out Feet First." The docuseries follows individuals advocating for end-of-life options.
Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group.
This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life.
Experts are hosting a water safety event on Tuesday geared towards children who are on the autism spectrum.
The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year.
Fans at her concerts last weekend danced so hard they generated seismic activity that was felt nearly four miles away from Murrayfield Stadium.
Wealth of Geeks, a pop culture and lifestyle website, surveyed 3000 people to find the country's Top 100 Underrated Nightlife Neighborhoods.
Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group.
Sheila E. said she now wants the museum to return her old drum kit, which she said Prince personally asked to "borrow" to display there.
Minnesota's been a popular place to shoot movies and TV shows over the years, but the state may soon become even more of a destination for Hollywood.
The NFL has announced its punishment for the Atlanta Falcons for tampering with former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins and two other players.
While Canada has seen a steep decline in children playing hockey in the sport's birthplace, the United States has experienced steady growth in that department over the past decade.
The Trojans are undefeated entering the state tournament. In baseball, that's unheard of. They have played four one-run games, but always managed to squeak out the win.
The final day of the Boys 3A state golf tournament started with storms on Wednesday at Bunker Hills Golf Club in Coon Rapids, but it ended with sunshine and a new state champ.
Willi Castro and Royce Lewis homered and Carlos Correa had a career-best five hits for the Minnesota Twins, who had a season-high 24 hits in a 17-9 victory over the Rockies.
In just five months, voters will head to the polls to vote for the next president of the United States. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the potential impact after Donald Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Janet Jarnefeld, who specializes in tick vector services for the Metro Mosquito Control District.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with M Health Fairview's Dr. Maggie Kappelman about tick bites and tick-borne illnesses.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dr. Jennifer Granick, with the University of Minnesota Veterinary School, about how ticks can harm your pets.
Native Americans, Swedish immigrants and even cattle thieves have all taken shelter in a little spot along the St. Croix River.
Claws, scales, teeth and tails: There's a place in Medford where alligators and snakes have taken over.
It's a rite of spring in the town of Atwater. When the weather gets warm, the racers get racing. But at this track, the vehicle of choice is a go-kart and most of the competition is too young for a driver's license.
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.
This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life.
A survey of 100 CEOs found that nearly a third of them are exploring the idea of a four-day, or four-and-a-half-day, workweek.
It's one of the nation's largest pride celebrations, but as Andy Otto with Twin Cities Pride explains, it wasn't always that way.
June is Men's Health Month — a time to maybe remind that guy in your life to take better care of himself. That's especially important since the numbers show that men do not live as long as women.
If you grew up across Minnesota or Wisconsin, there's a good chance you've either had your own encounter with a deer on the road or have a story connected to a friend or family member.
Many Minnesotans will be cleaning up Thursday from a storm system that brought sizable hail, heavy winds and possible tornado touchdowns.
Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says Friday looks sunny with highs in the lower 80s. Things quickly heat up, though.
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.
The clouds should be gone by lunchtime, and then it will warm up quickly.
After Wednesday's storms, we'll have a pleasant, warm end to the week.
After this week's storms and mugginess, the workweek will have a calm and drier end.
Kingsbury, 26, disappeared in March 2023 after dropping her two children off at day care in Winona. Her remains were found two months later near the town of Mabel. Adam Fravel, her ex-boyfriend and father of her children, is accused of first- and second-degree murder in connection to her death.
On Wednesday, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade and Sarasota counties.
WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says Friday looks sunny with highs in the lower 80s. Things quickly heat up, though.
Jeff Wagner shares the latest headlines and updates.
Officials said the fire was likely started by accident and there were no working smoke alarms in the home.