State Sen. David Tomassoni dies after ALS diagnosis
State Senator David Tomassoni died yesterday in Duluth. He was diagnosed with ALS.
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14-year-old hit by car while riding bike to soccer practice
Melanie Valencia died after she was hit by car on her way to soccer practice in Northfield last week. Her family and friends say her impact on them will live on.
Minnesota teen killed in Apple River stabbing
A 17-year-old boy from Minnesota is dead and four others are severely injured after being stabbed Saturday evening while tubing on Apple River near the Minnesota-Wisconsin border.
Child's death prompts urgent calls for pedestrian safety
Public safety officials are urging drivers and pedestrians to be more aware of each other after a 3-year-old girl was struck and killed near the Roseville-St. Paul border.
Family Searches For Justice 1 Year After Fatal Shooting
A Cambridge family discusses how they feel one year after their beloved teenager, Nicholas Enger, was killed at a street race.
Man Dies In North Minneapolis Shooting
A man believed to be in his 20's was shot Sunday evening at the 1800 Block of Glenwood Avenue North in Minneapolis.
Brooklyn Park Community Mourns Neighbor's Death With Vigil
A Brooklyn Park community came together Saturday night at a vigil for one of their own.
Heat-Related Illnesses Rise Due To Extreme Temperatures
As a Registered Nurse and Death Investigator for the Midwest Medical Examiner's Office, Paula Johns is troubled after responding to five deaths in the north metro this week, where the heat was likely a factor.
Authorities Investigate Death Near Gonvick In NW Minnesota
Authorities are investigating the death of a man at a home near the northwestern Minnesota town of Gonvick. The Polk County sheriff's office says deputies were dispatched to the home on a report of an assault late Friday and found the man dead.
Hale School Principal Unexpectedly Passes Away
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff sent a notice out to the Hale Elementary School community about the death of "our friend and colleague Principal Ryan Fitzgerald."
Teen Arrested In Killing Of 15-Year-Old Boy In St. Paul Parking Lot
The St. Paul Police Department says homicide investigators arrested the teenager for the Sunday killing of 15-year-old Angel Gabriel Reyeshernandez.
Woman Found Dead In Basement Of Truman Business
Mariah Miller's official cause of death is pending autopsy results.
Officials Investigate Cause Of Death For Colorado Mom, Kids
The bodies of two young girls were submerged in crude oil for four days before authorities discovered them, according to court documents filed by an attorney defending the girls' father against accusations that he killed his children and wife.
Man Killed In St. Paul Homicide, Police Investigating
Police responded to the 1400 block of 6th Street East at 4:30 p.m. for a report of shots fired.
Burnsville Teen's Death In NDSU Dorm Under Investigation
An investigation is underway in Fargo after a 17-year-old boy from the south metro died in a dorm over the weekend on the North Dakota State University campus.
Mpls. Hit-And-Run Victim Dies; Suspect Vehicle Located
Minneapolis police are a bit closer to finding the driver responsible for the hit-and-run death of a mother of four. Someone struck and killed 50-year-old Yvonne Gibson at about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday near the corner of 30th Avenue and Fremont Avenue North in Minneapolis.
Authorities: Wisconsin Man Dead After Getting Hit By Falling Tree Limb
Authorities in Wisconsin say a 59-year-old man is dead after being struck by a falling tree limb in Vernon County.
Hutchinson Woman Sentenced In Christopher Rossing's Death
A Hutchinson woman has been sentenced for her role in the death of Christopher Rossing.
Cancer Now No. 1 Killer In Minnesota, Ahead Of Heart Disease
Cancer is becoming the No. 1 killer in more and more states as deaths from heart disease have declined, new health statistics show.
Wis. Man Convicted In Wife's Poisoning Death Could Go Free
A Wisconsin man found guilty in his wife's death after prosecutors said he poisoned her with antifreeze could go free after a bail hearing.
Man, 19, Found Dead On UND Campus
Law enforcement authorities in Grand Forks say a 19-year-old man was found dead in a vehicle parked on the University of North Dakota campus.
Mpls. Man Convicted In Serial Killings Dies In Prison
A Minneapolis man convicted of killing three women in the 1980's has died in prison. Billy Glaze was convicted in 1989 of killing Kathleen Bullman, Angelina Whitebird Sweet and Angela Green. They were raped, murdered and mutilated in similar ways.
Woman Charged In Wright Co. Man's Death Reaches Deal With Prosecutors
A woman charged in connection to the disappearance of a Wright County man last summer has reached a plea deal with prosecutors.
Timberwolves Coach Flip Saunders Dies At 60
Flip Saunders, the longtime NBA coach who won more than 650 games in nearly two decades and was trying to rebuild the Minnesota Timberwolves as team president, coach and part owner, died Sunday, the team said. He was 60.
Investigation Into St. Paul Death Continues
Police are continuing to investigate after a person died in St. Paul Sunday night. According to St. Paul police, the death occurred in the city's Payne-Phalen neighborhood, near Beaumont and Bedford streets.
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Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Minnesota BCA reports violent crime up 21.6% in 2021
Minnesota saw a 21.6% increase in violent crime in 2021 according to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's 2021 uniform crime report.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has COVID, will miss Sunday's preseason game
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins will miss Sunday's preseason game after testing positive for COVID-19, the team confirmed Friday.
Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Longtime Minnesota Sen. David Tomassoni dead at 69 after ALS diagnosis
Longtime Iron Range State Sen. David Tomassoni has died at the age of 69 following a battle with ALS.
Alcohol believed to be major factor in crash that killed 39-year-old woman
Officers say alcohol was a major factor in a fatal crash late Friday night on Highway 21.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
NEXT Weather: Quiet, pleasant weekend ahead
It will be a tad muggy, but otherwise seasonable and pleasant all weekend long.
Homeowners out money for backyard pool react to developments since WCCO launched investigation
The pool contractor at the center of a WCCO investigation is being sued by the Attorney General's office.
Man makes "vague comments" about Jewish people before smashing own car with patron's golf club at Oak Ridge County Club
Police in Hopkins say a man made "vague comments" about Jewish people when he approached a patron at Oak Ridge Country Club before smashing his own car with the patron's golf club.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
Blaine man charged after allegedly shooting at motorcyclists
A Blaine man is in serious trouble with the law after he allegedly shot at a trio of motorcyclists and rammed a sheriff's deputy's squad car during an ensuing police chase.
Police say passengers weren't wearing seat belts in fatal I-35 crash near Wyoming
Minnesota State Patrol say a Chevrolet truck was traveling south on I-35, near Viking Boulevard early this afternoon when it hit a guardrail and rolled into the left median.
Best Buy trims jobs after it cuts sales and profit outlook
Best Buy, the nation's largest consumer electronics chain, is trimming jobs in an effort to adjust to new changes in consumer behavior as the virus wanes.
Minneapolis Trader Joe's store becomes second in country to unionize
Trader Joe's in downtown Minneapolis voted to unionize Friday, becoming the second store in the country to do so.
Camp Breakaway is game changer for children battling disease
These kids are sharing more than a good time - they share the burden of bad health too. The campers or their siblings have life-threatening blood disorders.
Help Minnesota teachers clear their wish lists of supplies needed to improve the learning experience
Kristin Vaillancourt is a third-generation teacher working with elementary-aged special education students in the St. Louis Public School District. She has an Amazon wish list, along with nearly 400 other Minnesota teachers.
Police arrest suspect who fled the state after fatal home intrusion
The search is over for a man who police say broke into a northeast Minneapolis home and killed a man.
MnDOT: Southbound Highway 55 to close for construction near Lake Street
The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be closing parts of southbound Highway 55/Hiawatha Avenue between Lake Street and Highway 62 beginning Sunday at 11 p.m.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Bond set at $1 million for Nicolae Miu, accused of stabbing 5 on Apple River
Bond was set at $1 million for Nicolae Miu, 52, who allegedly stabbed five and killed one person on the Apple River last month.
Gov. Walz ready to extradite suspects in Mall of America shooting
Gov. Tim Walz on Friday announced he is prepared to immediately extradite suspects arrested in connection to a shooting at the Mall of America last week.
VEAP foodshelf in Bloomington seeing donations skyrocket
Inflation has impacted prices across the board this summer, and food shelves have definitely felt it.
Minnesota Republican Brad Finstad sworn in as newest member of Congress
Minnesota Republican Brad Finstad was sworn in Friday as the newest member of the U.S. House, giving the GOP one more seat, which means Democrats can't afford to lose more than four votes on close issues like their flagship climate change and health care bill.
Minnesota regulators cut $60m from storm response costs
Minnesota regulators have blocked the state's natural gas providers from passing along $60 million in costs they incurred responding to a 2021 storm to ratepayers.
Sylvia Fowles leaving on her own terms, with exit fueling Lynx's push for playoffs
Clarity about the end of her exceptional WNBA career came for Sylvia Fowles last year through a feeling of resistance familiar to everyone from elite athletes to average fans.
MPD: Suspect breaks into home of married couple, fatally stabs male victim
The suspect was arrested this afternoon by Wisconsin State Patrol after fleeing Minneapolis police earlier this morning.
Salman Rushdie severely injured in stabbing at lecture in New York; suspect in custody
The 75-year-old author was stabbed in the neck and in the abdomen, officials said during a Friday evening press conference.
Court halts MNDOC's plans to reincarcerate people released during pandemic
A Ramsey Court judge has issued a temporary restraining order that halts the Minnesota Department of Corrections from reincarcerating people who were released from prison during the pandemic due to medical risk.
Next Weather: Needed rainfall Friday morning, dry weekend
The Next Weather Tower is shining green, with rain falling Friday morning.
Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
What does it take to connect rural Minnesota to high-speed internet?
By law, Minnesota has a goal of every home or business reaching at least that benchmark -- speeds of 25 megabits per second for downloads and 3 megabits per second for uploads (25 Mbps/3 Mbps) -- by the end of 2022.
How to make a fire safety plan for your home
According to state officials, fires have killed 27 people so far in 2022 -- a 42-percent increase compared to this same time last year.
Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
Attorney general's office sues pool contractor following WCCO investigation
"Mr. Workman is going to have to answer, he's going to have to compensate his victims, he's going to be held accountable," Attorney General Keith Ellison said.
Trump team mulls releasing Mar-a-Lago warrant, inventory, video, photos
The Justice Department asked a judge to unseal the search warrant and inventory, but Trump lawyers are considering releasing material prior to a ruling.
The number of factors leading to turkey meat shortage
If you noticed that turkey is hit or miss at some delis and restaurants, you're not alone.
EyeBOX: Minneapolis neurosurgeon invents game-changing concussion test
The start of football season brings the return of that important topic: Concussions. There's a new test that was approved by the FDA in December that could change the game, and its creator is from Minneapolis.
Governor's race officially kicks off post-primary; Walz, Jensen easily become nominees
The matchup between incumbent DFL Gov. Tim Walz and Republican Dr. Scott Jensen officially kicked off this week, after both candidates easily won their respective primaries without competitive challengers.
Drones soar over Rochester to hunt for urban heat islands
This week, the MPCA used new drones with thermal cameras in Rochester to better understand how higher temperatures affect some of the city's most densely-populated areas.
Department of Corrections offering $10K bonus for new Minnesota corrections officers
The Minnesota Department of Corrections is offering a sign-on bonus of $10,000 to recruit new corrections officers for facilities in Stillwater, Rush City and Oak Park Heights.
Mall of America shooting: Suspects arrested in Chicago one week after gunfire led to lockdown
One week after a gunman fired multiple shots inside a Mall of America store, police say the man they believe pulled the trigger and his accomplice are now in custody.
Monday hearing set for 2 ex-cops in George Floyd's killing
A judge scheduled a hearing for Monday on the "status of plea negotiations" for the two remaining officers awaiting trial on state charges in the killing of George Floyd, with the hearing coming after the judge's window for accepting any deal appears to have closed.
Ex-Miss America Mund: Abortion ruling prompted US House run
Former Miss America Cara Mund said Wednesday that her concern about the erosion of abortion rights prompted her independent bid for the U.S. House in her home state of North Dakota.
Otis 'Popeye' Givens pleads guilty in fatal Mpls. parking garage shooting
A Brooklyn Center man - accused of killing a woman in a Minneapolis parking garage by shooting her in the back of the head - has pleaded guilty.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Minnesota Nurses Association announces strike vote next week
Calling for "patients over profits," the Minnesota Nurses Association on Thursday announced its plan to vote on a strike next week.
Perseid meteor shower: How to catch a glimpse this week
While the Perseid meteor shower be tougher to see this year compared to recent years, it's still worth checking out. Here's what you need to know to catch a glimpse.
COVID in MN: Cases over time, hospitalization rate continue to hold in plateau
Minnesota health officials on Thursday released a weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic in the state, showing that some key metrics continue to hold in a plateau.
Mall of America turns 30 on Thursday
The Mall of America has welcomed 1.3 billion people since it opened on Aug. 11, 1992.
MnDOT worker finds motorcyclist dead hours after crash on Highway 36
Authorities say a motorcyclist who died in a crash Wednesday evening wasn't discovered until hours later when a worker came to repair a guardrail damaged in the crash.
Lake Street White Castle employee nearly hit as gunfire flies between vehicles
Police say a bullet narrowly missed a fast food employee when people in two vehicles were exchanging gunfire in south Minneapolis Wednesday night.
With inflation rising, Mike's Discount Foods seeing bump in business
Family-owned grocery chain Mike's Discount Foods is seeing a bump in business as inflation continues to have food prices climbing month over month.
Minneapolis Police petition city for drone use authorization
The Minneapolis Police Department is planning to utilize unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) as part of its law enforcement and training activities.
Perham's "International Turtle Races" deliver laid-back thrills
In Ottertail County, there's a type of race where speed records will never be broken.
2 men wounded by gunfire in Minneapolis's Cedar-Riverside neighborhood
Officers found one of the wounded men at the scene, while the other victim had already been driven to an area hospital.
High E. coli levels shut down 3 Minneapolis beaches
E. coli can cause stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting.
North Dakota abortion clinic opens at new Minnesota site
The operator of North Dakota's only abortion clinic said Wednesday the clinic has opened in its new location in Moorhead, just weeks before it's likely to be forced to close its Fargo location under a statewide abortion ban there.
Woman shot outside downtown Minneapolis Target store
Police say an argument led to a woman being shot Wednesday evening on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Steve Martin says he won't "seek" new TV, movie work: "This is, weirdly, it"
The actor hinted at a possible retirement in an interview published Wednesday.
Minnesota woman is first Hmong candidate in country to win GOP primary for Congress
This is the first try at politics for St. Paul school teacher May Lor Xiong, who said the riots following George Floyd's murder were an inflection point in her decision to run.
Don Samuels reflects on primary loss to Rep. Ilhan Omar
The front porch of his north Minneapolis home is where Samuels sat and reflected on where he's been and where he is going.
Nationally known search-and-rescue dive team works on two Minnesota cold cases
The Adventures with Purpose team travels with their RV and diving equipment all over the country hoping to find missing people likely to be in lakes or rivers. Now, they're hoping to resolve two Minnesota mysteries.
Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng to appeal federal civil rights sentences
Former Minneapolis police officers Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng will appeal their federal sentences for violating George Floyd's civil rights.
Breaking down the results of Primary 2022's biggest races
Analysts say the biggest election surprise was how close incumbent U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar came to losing her 5th District seat in Congress.
MDH: 58 total monkeypox cases in Minnesota, 2 hospitalized
There are now a total of 58 cases of monkeypox in Minnesota, as the national tally for the virus inches closer to 10,000 total infections.
Sheriff: Driver shoots at bikers in Ham Lake before leading police on wrong-way chase
Two people suspected of shooting at motorcyclists, before leading police on a wrong-way chase, are now in custody.
Federal assistance granted for Memorial Day tornadoes, flooding
President Joe Biden approved a major disaster declaration for northern Minnesota communities impacted by flooding and tornadoes over Memorial Day weekend.
Zumbrota woman, 18, killed in Goodhue County crash
An 18-year-old woman is dead following a crash with a semi-truck Wednesday morning in southeastern Minnesota.
Wis. "Slender Man" stabbing: Morgan Geyser woman drops release request
One of two Wisconsin women who were sent to a state mental health facility after a 2014 stabbing attack on a sixth-grade classmate that they claimed was to appease the horror character Slender Man has withdrawn her petition for release.
Missing girl from Alexandria found safe
Alexandria police say a missing 15-year-old girl has been located safely, after she was last seen on Tuesday getting into an unknown pickup truck.
Man charged in fatal downtown Minneapolis apartment shooting
A man has been charged in connection to a fatal downtown Minneapolis apartment shooting on Sunday night.
Minnesota listed as one of the top states to have a baby
An annual list from the financial website WalletHub put Minnesota at No. 4 for 2022, a drop of two spots since last year, when Minnesota ranked second-best.
U.S. Department of Labor files lawsuit against home health care provider for failing to pay overtime
The U.S. Department of Labor filed a lawsuit against a Golden Valley health care company after it allegedly failed to pay overtime to nursing and patient care assistants.
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Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
NEXT Weather: Quiet, pleasant weekend ahead
It will be a tad muggy, but otherwise seasonable and pleasant all weekend long.
Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Man makes "vague comments" about Jewish people before smashing own car with patron's golf club at Oak Ridge County Club
Police in Hopkins say a man made "vague comments" about Jewish people when he approached a patron at Oak Ridge Country Club before smashing his own car with the patron's golf club.
Blaine man charged after allegedly shooting at motorcyclists
A Blaine man is in serious trouble with the law after he allegedly shot at a trio of motorcyclists and rammed a sheriff's deputy's squad car during an ensuing police chase.
Greater Minnesota News
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Alcohol believed to be major factor in crash that killed 39-year-old woman
Officers say alcohol was a major factor in a fatal crash late Friday night on Highway 21.
Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Police say passengers weren't wearing seat belts in fatal I-35 crash near Wyoming
Minnesota State Patrol say a Chevrolet truck was traveling south on I-35, near Viking Boulevard early this afternoon when it hit a guardrail and rolled into the left median.
Minnesota BCA reports violent crime up 21.6% in 2021
Minnesota saw a 21.6% increase in violent crime in 2021 according to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's 2021 uniform crime report.
Help Minnesota teachers clear their wish lists of supplies needed to improve the learning experience
Kristin Vaillancourt is a third-generation teacher working with elementary-aged special education students in the St. Louis Public School District. She has an Amazon wish list, along with nearly 400 other Minnesota teachers.
Wisconsin News
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Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
Camp Breakaway is game changer for children battling disease
These kids are sharing more than a good time - they share the burden of bad health too. The campers or their siblings have life-threatening blood disorders.
Bond set at $1 million for Nicolae Miu, accused of stabbing 5 on Apple River
Bond was set at $1 million for Nicolae Miu, 52, who allegedly stabbed five and killed one person on the Apple River last month.
Wis. "Slender Man" stabbing: Morgan Geyser woman drops release request
One of two Wisconsin women who were sent to a state mental health facility after a 2014 stabbing attack on a sixth-grade classmate that they claimed was to appease the horror character Slender Man has withdrawn her petition for release.
Politics
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Minnesota on track to have its first openly transgender lawmaker in state legislature
Leigh Finke is poised to make history as the first openly transgender state legislator.
Wisconsin GOP leader Vos fires 2020 election investigator, ends 14-month inquiry
Wisconsin's Republican Assembly leader on Friday ended a 14-month, taxpayer-funded inquiry into the 2020 election by firing his hand-picked investigator.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Minnesota Republican Brad Finstad sworn in as newest member of Congress
Minnesota Republican Brad Finstad was sworn in Friday as the newest member of the U.S. House, giving the GOP one more seat, which means Democrats can't afford to lose more than four votes on close issues like their flagship climate change and health care bill.
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Best Buy trims jobs after it cuts sales and profit outlook
Best Buy, the nation's largest consumer electronics chain, is trimming jobs in an effort to adjust to new changes in consumer behavior as the virus wanes.
Attorney general's office sues pool contractor following WCCO investigation
"Mr. Workman is going to have to answer, he's going to have to compensate his victims, he's going to be held accountable," Attorney General Keith Ellison said.
The number of factors leading to turkey meat shortage
If you noticed that turkey is hit or miss at some delis and restaurants, you're not alone.
With inflation rising, Mike's Discount Foods seeing bump in business
Family-owned grocery chain Mike's Discount Foods is seeing a bump in business as inflation continues to have food prices climbing month over month.
How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
Crime
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Charges: Franklin White broke into couple's home and fatally stabbed man before fleeing
Franklin White, 31, was charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Alcohol believed to be major factor in crash that killed 39-year-old woman
Officers say alcohol was a major factor in a fatal crash late Friday night on Highway 21.
Man makes "vague comments" about Jewish people before smashing own car with patron's golf club at Oak Ridge County Club
Police in Hopkins say a man made "vague comments" about Jewish people when he approached a patron at Oak Ridge Country Club before smashing his own car with the patron's golf club.
Blaine man charged after allegedly shooting at motorcyclists
A Blaine man is in serious trouble with the law after he allegedly shot at a trio of motorcyclists and rammed a sheriff's deputy's squad car during an ensuing police chase.
Minnesota BCA reports violent crime up 21.6% in 2021
Minnesota saw a 21.6% increase in violent crime in 2021 according to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's 2021 uniform crime report.
Health
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Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
EyeBOX: Minneapolis neurosurgeon invents game-changing concussion test
The start of football season brings the return of that important topic: Concussions. There's a new test that was approved by the FDA in December that could change the game, and its creator is from Minneapolis.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Minnesota Nurses Association announces strike vote next week
Calling for "patients over profits," the Minnesota Nurses Association on Thursday announced its plan to vote on a strike next week.
COVID in MN: Cases over time, hospitalization rate continue to hold in plateau
Minnesota health officials on Thursday released a weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic in the state, showing that some key metrics continue to hold in a plateau.
Entertainment
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Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Steve Martin says he won't "seek" new TV, movie work: "This is, weirdly, it"
The actor hinted at a possible retirement in an interview published Wednesday.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John's visit to Olivia, Minn.
A month after "Grease" opened in 1978, Olivia Newton-John chartered a jet at her own expense to be the grand marshal in the centennial parade in tiny Olivia.
Olivia Newton-John, "Grease" star and Grammy-winning singer, dies at 73
Newton-John burst onto the Hollywood scene with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta's Danny in the 1978 blockbuster, "Grease."
Woody Harrelson pens poem for baby girl who looks like him
Not only did the Oscar-nominated actor respond, he wrote the little girl a poem.
Sports
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Urshela, Mahle power Twins to 4-0 victory over Angels
Gio Urshela had his 11th home run of the season among his three hits, Tyler Mahle pitched three-hit ball over six innings and the Minnesota Twins defeated the Los Angeles Angels 4-0 Friday night.
Storm secure No. 4 seed, spoil Fowles' home finale for Lynx
The Seattle Storm secured the No. 4 seed in the WNBA playoffs with a 96-69 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Friday night, spoiling Sylvia Fowles' final regular-season home game.
Goal of the Year awarded to Aurora's Addy Symonds
Addison Symonds, a defender for the Minnesota Aurora, won the Goal of the Year for the 2022 inaugural USL W League season.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has COVID, will miss Sunday's preseason game
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins will miss Sunday's preseason game after testing positive for COVID-19, the team confirmed Friday.
Sylvia Fowles leaving on her own terms, with exit fueling Lynx's push for playoffs
Clarity about the end of her exceptional WNBA career came for Sylvia Fowles last year through a feeling of resistance familiar to everyone from elite athletes to average fans.
Finding Minnesota
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Perham's "International Turtle Races" deliver laid-back thrills
In Ottertail County, there's a type of race where speed records will never be broken.
Family's 100-Foot Bluff Becomes Zip Line Adventure
Imagine spending your summer days on top of a 100-foot cliff. It's a reality for the good folks at Sand Creek Adventures.
Minnesota was site of the 'World's Largest Lefse'? You betcha!
"It's a comfort food. It's a heritage item for families. People rally around it," Blaine Pederson said.
Millerville: Minnesota's most buttery town
Minnesota farm towns seem to have similar characteristics: a quaint main street, a tractor dealer, a baseball field. And in the case of Millerville -- a whole, lotta butter.
Rochester trolleys tour the historic homes of Mayo Clinic
Architecture is celebrated on this tour, especially houses doctors once lived in. Some of the tour spots even housed such famed figures as Lou Gehrig and Ernest Hemingway, who was often seen reading his own books.
Good Question
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Why don't some people get COVID?
The CDC thinks COVID-19 has infected 70 percent of the U.S. population. But because so many cases are asymptomatic, those numbers could be higher.
What's leading to the early signs of fall colors?
There's no denying we're in the dog days of summer. However, some trees are starting to act like the seasons are changing.
How can the Inflation Reduction Act help people become energy efficient and save money?
Congress appears to be on the verge of passing a monumental bill that could reshape our nation's economy.
Why aren't manholes flush with the street?
Those 205-pound covers are where they are for three main reasons.
How much water should we be drinking each day?
It's important to quench your thirst this week as temperatures soar, but no matter how hot it is outside, our bodies need to stay hydrated.
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New foods at 2022 Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair has announced dozens of new foods and drinks for the 2022 event.
Flashback: "WCW Monday Nitro" at Mall of America
In 1995, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and a handful of other wrestling superstars squared off in a ring just outside of Camp Snoopy for the first episode of "WCW Monday Nitro."
Stars hit the red carpet at the 75th Annual Tony Awards
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
New Food Options At Target Field 2022
Opening Day is nearly here and the Minnesota Twins are unveiling new foods at Target Field, including Australian-inspired savory pies and an official grilled cheese sandwich of the ballpark.
Viewers Share Their Love Stories
It's Valentine's Day, and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield asked WCCO viewers to share their stories of romance. Here are some of the best we got!
Weather
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Weather
NEXT Weather: 8 a.m. weather report
It will be a tad muggy, but otherwise seasonable and pleasant all weekend long
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner reports the peak of the Perseid will happen overnight, producing an average of 50-100 shooting stars.
NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner reports a nice weekend ahead with temperatures in the lower 80s.
Tips for beating extreme heat
"The elderly and the really young," said CentraCare sports medicine physician Dr. George Morris. "Those are the two populations that I would worry about most."
What is Next Weather?
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.
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Minnesota Garlic Festival returns to Hutchinson
Mike Augustyniak and Jennifer Mayerle talk with Jerry Ford with the Sustainable Farming Association to talk about all things garlic.
WCCO Digital Headlines: Morning of August 13, 2022
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4 Things To Do: August 13, 2022
Jennifer Mayerle and Mike Augustyniak share four things to do today, Saturday, Aug. 13.
Irish Fair of Minnesota celebrates all things Celtic
Jennifer Mayerle and Mike Augustyniak talk with Mike Wiley, Entertainment Chair of the Irish Fair of Minnesota, and Irish singer-songwriter, Clare Cunningham.
NEXT Weather: 8 a.m. weather report
It will be a tad muggy, but otherwise seasonable and pleasant all weekend long