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 State Fair will have enough officers, despite recruitment challenges
State Fair organizers estimate crowd sizes will be similar to 2019, pre-pandemic. That year, more than two million people visited the fair during the 12 days.
Reincarceration order dropped for 18 Minnesotans
The state had ordered the 18 to return to prison by Monday. But, a Ramsey County judge has granted a temporary restraining order, saying that reincarcerating the individuals could still be detrimental to their health.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivers budget recommendations for next 2 years
The mayor's proposal calls for $3.3 billion in total spending over 2023 and 2024.
George Floyd killing: Thao and Kueng reject plea deal, will have state trial
Two remaining former officers awaiting trial on state charges in the killing of George Floyd have rejected plea deals.
Visitation to be held Monday for 17-year-old Isaac Schuman, Apple River stabbing victim
A visitation for 17-year-old Isaac Schuman is happening from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center in Stillwater. Then there will be a private funeral on Tuesday.
Twin Cities nonprofit funding high school group's device to curb distracted driving
More than 3,000 people are killed each year in the United States because drivers are looking at their phones or something other than the road.
Commanding officer lauds Minnesota servicemembers 1 year after Afghanistan withdrawal
The American withdrawal from Afghanistan was both an ignominious moment in history and a shining example of American ingenuity, as our servicemembers conducted the largest airlift operation in history.
Charges: Perishea Young shot woman "at close range" on Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall
A West St. Paul woman faces decades in prison for allegedly shooting a woman in the chest last week in downtown Minneapolis.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins makes NFL's top 100 players… barely
Each year, NFL players vote on the top 100, and the league shares the results. This year, Cousins came in at No. 99.
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Man fires gun in Columbia Heights neighborhood, triggering standoff
Police say a standoff ended peacefully Monday evening after a man fired a gun several times in a residential Twin Cities neighborhood.
Minnesota State Fair will have enough officers, despite recruitment challenges
State Fair organizers estimate crowd sizes will be similar to 2019, pre-pandemic. That year, more than two million people visited the fair during the 12 days.
Twin Cities nonprofit funding high school group's device to curb distracted driving
More than 3,000 people are killed each year in the United States because drivers are looking at their phones or something other than the road.
Missing: Sebastion Wolbersen-O'Hara, 15, may be biking from Pine Co. to metro
An east-central Minnesota teen is missing, and authorities believe he may be trying to bike to the Twin Cities metro area.
Charges: Perishea Young shot woman "at close range" on Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall
A West St. Paul woman faces decades in prison for allegedly shooting a woman in the chest last week in downtown Minneapolis.
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Man who sold Myles Hickman drugs before deadly overdose pleads guilty to murder
The Minnesota River Valley Drug Task Force says Myles Daniel Hickman, who was arrested by agents last August and charged with third-degree murder, admitted to selling Barnhart the drugs during his plea hearing.
Missing: Sebastion Wolbersen-O'Hara, 15, may be biking from Pine Co. to metro
An east-central Minnesota teen is missing, and authorities believe he may be trying to bike to the Twin Cities metro area.
2 injured in southern Minnesota ATV rollover crash
A North Mankato woman is hospitalized with serious injuries following an ATV crash Sunday in southern Minnesota.
Hopkins man, 25, drowns in northern Minnesota lake
The body of a Hopkins man was recovered from a northern Minnesota lake Saturday evening three hours after he fell overboard.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
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Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A Packers super fan is selling his party bus named "The Big Cheese." The bus can seat 14 people. It also holds a bar, a built-in cooler, and a restroom.
Police shoot and kill Wisconsin man after domestic dispute
The shooting happened after officers were confronted by an armed man when they were called to a home in Appleton on Friday night, the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation said in a news release.
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.
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Public safety at heart of Minneapolis mayor’s budget proposal
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey laid out his budget proposal in person Monday for the first time since 2019.
Al Franken returning to spotlight with late-night guest spot
In the days following the guest host feature, Franken will be doing six sold-out shows in Minneapolis.
Al Franken returning to spotlight with late night guest spot
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken is heading back into the spotlight with a late night guest host spot.
Giuliani is a target of Georgia grand jury criminal probe, his lawyer says
Giuliani is scheduled to appear before the special grand jury in Fulton County on Wednesday.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivers budget recommendations for next 2 years
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey proposed his biennial budget to the City Council Monday morning, calling for $3.3 billion in total spending over 2023 and 2024.
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King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
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.
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Man fires gun in Columbia Heights neighborhood, triggering standoff
Police say a standoff ended peacefully Monday evening after a man fired a gun several times in a residential Twin Cities neighborhood.
Man who sold Myles Hickman drugs before deadly overdose pleads guilty to murder
The Minnesota River Valley Drug Task Force says Myles Daniel Hickman, who was arrested by agents last August and charged with third-degree murder, admitted to selling Barnhart the drugs during his plea hearing.
Minnesota State Fair will have enough officers, despite recruitment challenges
State Fair organizers estimate crowd sizes will be similar to 2019, pre-pandemic. That year, more than two million people visited the fair during the 12 days.
Charges: Perishea Young shot woman "at close range" on Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall
A West St. Paul woman faces decades in prison for allegedly shooting a woman in the chest last week in downtown Minneapolis.
Reincarceration order dropped for 18 Minnesotans
The state had ordered the 18 to return to prison by Monday. But, a Ramsey County judge has granted a temporary restraining order, saying that reincarcerating the individuals could still be detrimental to their health.
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2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
46 cases of monkeypox confirmed in Minnesota, vaccine supply limited
Health officials in Minnesota say there have been 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in the state.
King's Hawaiian pretzel products recalled due to possible microbial contamination
King's Hawaiian is voluntarily recalling some of its products due to possible microbial contamination.
Thousands of Minnesota nurses to decide on strike Monday
Minnesota nurses - 15,000 of them - are voting Monday to decide whether or not to go on strike.
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.
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Al Franken returning to spotlight with late night guest spot
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken is heading back into the spotlight with a late night guest host spot.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
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.
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Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A Packers super fan is selling his party bus named "The Big Cheese." The bus can seat 14 people. It also holds a bar, a built-in cooler, and a restroom.
Ibrahim's return fueled Gophers super seniors for 1 more try
Ibrahim, who had also been recruited by Fleck when he was with the Broncos, was the catalyst for bringing the band back together on offense for another run at a Big Ten West Division title.
Web extra: Extended Lynx exit interviews
WCCO talked with Lynx players.
Vikings lose to Raiders 26-20 in 1st preseason game
The Vikings' preseason started with a loss to the Raiders in Las Vegas.
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins makes NFL's top 100 players… barely
Each year, NFL players vote on the top 100, and the league shares the results. This year, Cousins came in at No. 99.
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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.
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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!
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Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on when Minnesotans could see rain this week.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. weather report
Scattered showers will be in the forecast from the rest of the workweek.
NEXT Weather: 3:30 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says that the next 48 hours are expected to be somewhat muggy, with chances for showers.
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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Next Weather: 6 p.m. report
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer reports on when Minnesotans could see rain this week.
Green Bay Packers superfan selling "Big Cheese" tailgating bus
A special vehicle just hit the market, and it's ready for game day.
Minnesota servicemembers lauded one year after Afghanistan pullout
The American withdrawal from Afghanistan was both an ignominious moment in history and a shining example of American ingenuity as servicemembers conducted the largest airlift operation in history.
Eden Prairie students create rearview mirror device to curb distracted driving
More than 3,000 people are killed each year in the United States because drivers are looking at their phones or something other than the road.
Minnesota State Fair crowds expected to return to pre-pandemic levels
Kirsten Mitchell reports on security plans for the Great Minnesota Get-Together.