Large Grass Fire Burning West Of Highway 65 In The North Metro
Crews are working to put out a large grass fire burning Monday in the northern Twin Cities metro.
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2 Killed When Car Hits Tree, Catches Fire In East Bethel
Two people were killed in a single-vehicle crash north of the Twin Cities Sunday evening.
Motorcyclist Killed In East Bethel Crash Identified As Michael McCauley
Officials have identified the motorcyclist killed in a crash earlier this week in the north metro.
Motorcyclist Killed In Crash With Flatbed Pickup Truck In East Bethel
A fatal crash Wednesday morning has left part of Highway 65 in the north metro closed.
Driver Killed After Being Ejected From Car In East Bethel Crash
A driver died Sunday night in the north metro after he was ejected from his car in a fiery crash.
20-Year-Old Reiley Hoopman ID'd As Fatal East Bethel Crash Victim
The man killed in a crash in East Bethel Saturday has been identified as Reiley Hoopman of Isanti.
Fatal Crash Halts Traffic On Highway 65 In East Bethel
The Minnesota Department of Transportation reported that all lanes had been blocked following the crash, which happened near Viking Boulevard.
BCA: Missing 79-Year-Old Found Safe
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says 79-year-old Robert Swanson, who has been missing since Wednesday, has been found safe.
Officials: Neighbor Helps Alert Family In Large East Bethel House Fire
Thanks to an alert neighbor, a family in East Bethel was able to get out safely after their home caught fire overnight.
East Bethel Man, 32, Killed After Crashing Snowmobile Into Tree
A 32-year-old East Bethel man is dead after crashing his snowmobile into a tree at a high rate of speed, according to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.
Road Worker, Mother Of 6, Fights For Her Life After Hit By Distracted Driver
A mother of six is fighting for her life after a car hit her in a construction zone.
Construction Worker In 'Grave Condition' After Being Hit By Car In East Bethel
A construction worker is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car while on-site in a city north of the metro Monday afternoon.
2nd Person Dead Following East Bethel Motorcycle Crash
A second person has died after two motorcycles collided in the north Twin Cities metro Saturday afternoon.
State Patrol: Eden Prairie Woman Killed In East Bethel Motorcycle Crash
A 50-year-old Eden Prairie woman was killed Saturday afternoon when two motorcycles collided in the north Twin Cities metro
1 Dead, 3 Injured In East Bethel Motorcycle Crash
Authorities say a crash involving two motorcycles has killed one person and critically injured two others in the northern Twin Cities.
DNR Underlines Burn Restrictions After 2 Grass Fires In 1 Day
A fast-moving grass fire hurt a man trying to burn a pile of leaves in Andover Friday morning. And another fire got away from a homeowner in Inver Grove Heights Friday afternoon.
Sheriff: Missing Teen Possibly In Minneapolis Area
The Anoka County Sheriff's office is asking for the public's help to find a missing 15-year-old girl.
'Designated Driver' Charged In DWI Crash; 4 Passengers Injured
A Chisago City man, who claimed he was a designated driver, is charged with injuring several passengers while driving drunk.
Co. Attorney: Man Led Police On 130 MPH Chase After Store Shooting
A Brooklyn Park man faces several criminal charges for allegedly shooting a man before taking police on a high-speed chase last Thursday.
Convenience Store Shooting Suspect Leads Police On High-Speed Chase
A shooting at an East Bethel convenience store quickly escalated into a high speed police chase through Anoka County.
Rural East Bethel Facing Development Dilemma
It's a dilemma that traps rural communities in an ever-increasing struggle: how to attract industry while keeping the attributes its residents love.
Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right For Your Family?
It's a topic a lot of people don't like to talk about: How are you planning to pay for long-term nursing care for an elderly parent, or even yourself? Surveys show seven out of ten people over the age of 65 will need it, and the costs can be staggering: between $5,000 and $10,000 a month.
Fire Destroys East Bethel Home
An East Bethel home is in ruins after it caught fire Saturday night. Officials say firefighters were called to the home at around 10:30 p.m. following a report of an explosion in the home's attached garage.
Man Charged With Possessing Nearly $500k Of Meth
Prosecutors have charged an East Bethel man with possessing nearly $500,000 worth of methamphetamine. The Owatonna People's Press reports a state trooper arrested 24-year-old Edgar Cisneros Jr. with 10 pounds of the drug in his vehicle during a traffic stop Wednesday on Interstate 35 in Steele County.
Authorities: Runaway East Bethel Teen May Be Endangered
The Anoka County Sheriff's Office is seeking public help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl who ran away from her East Bethel home last week. On June 16, it was reported that Stephanie Anne Rufsholm voluntarily ran away from her home and hasn't contacted her family since that day. She was last seen in Forest Lake with other teens.
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THC edibles, beverages now legal in Minnesota as new law goes into effect
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
6 teens rushed to hospital following Ham Lake crash
Officials saying it appears they were speeding when the vehicle hit a tree. The crash happened around 11 p.m. Thursday on Xylite Street.
10 pounds of meth discovered after being delivered to wrong address, charges say
Two people face multiple felony counts after 10 pounds of meth that was supposed to be delivered to them ended up at the wrong address, according to recently filed charges.
Where To View Fireworks In 2022
Click on the city nearest to you to find information about their Fourth of July firework display plans.
Buxton's 2-run homer in 9th lifts Twins over Orioles 3-2
Byron Buxton his second game-ending home run of the season, a two-run drive off Jorge López in the ninth inning that lifted the Minnesota Twins over the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Friday night.
Water recovery on Vadnais Lake being treated as potential triple homicide
The Ramsey County Sheriff says they are treating a water search and rescue on Vadnais Lake as a potential triple homicide involving three children all under the age of five.
Charges: Maplewood woman stole millions in COVID relief funds
Takara Hughes, 35, of Maplewood, and Tequisha Soloman, 39, of Las Vegas, allegedly submitted fraudulent claims and applications for unemployment benefits meant to provide relief to the American workforce due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why are Minneapolis and St. Paul going another year without 4th of July fireworks?
It's like Halloween with no candy, or Thanksgiving without a turkey. For another year, both Minneapolis and St. Paul have scrapped plans for large Fourth of July fireworks displays.
Residents in tiny Forada still working to rebuild one month after devastating tornado
Sheryl Herschman and her sister, Judy Sellgren-Ehle, moved back to Forada, their hometown, in the spring and inherited their family's campground business. "We didn't know we'd get baptized by fire, or in this case, wind," Herschman said.
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Buxton's 2-run homer in 9th lifts Twins over Orioles 3-2
Byron Buxton his second game-ending home run of the season, a two-run drive off Jorge López in the ninth inning that lifted the Minnesota Twins over the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Friday night.
Water recovery on Vadnais Lake being treated as potential triple homicide
The Ramsey County Sheriff says they are treating a water search and rescue on Vadnais Lake as a potential triple homicide involving three children all under the age of five.
Charges: Maplewood woman stole millions in COVID relief funds
Takara Hughes, 35, of Maplewood, and Tequisha Soloman, 39, of Las Vegas, allegedly submitted fraudulent claims and applications for unemployment benefits meant to provide relief to the American workforce due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
One cited for careless operation after boat collision on Lake Minnetonka
Two boats collided in Priest Bay on Lake Minnetonka shortly Friday morning. Two people suffered minor injuries.
Early June Lake Minnetonka drowning victim identified
The man who drowned while scuba diving in Lake Minnetonka last month has been identified as 20-year-old Brady Aune.
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Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
Young boy in critical condition after Isanti County crash that injured 12
A three-vehicle crash in Isanti County on Thursday injured 12 people, including a boy less than a year old who sustained life-threatening injuries.
24-hour self-service grocery store thrives in small Minnesota town
A number of small, Minnesota towns have lost their grocery stores over the years - creating an inconvenience for residents - and a bit of a food desert. But a couple in Douglas County thinks they've found a solution.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Minnesota climbers embarking on journey to make the outdoors more inclusive
A lack of diversity in climbing is something Hima Hassenruck-Gudipati noticed when she first started during college. She's among the group setting out on the climb.
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Wisconsin reports first case of Monkeypox
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the case was reported in Dane County. They did not say how they believe that person contracted it.
Wisconsin's conservative high court hands GOP another weapon
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
Wisconsin court bats down challenge to Kohler golf course
Conservatives on the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a conservation group couldn't challenge an agency's decision to sell state park land for the construction of a high-end golf course along the shores of Lake Michigan.
Wisconsin governor, AG file legal challenge to 1849 abortion law
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has filed a direct challenge to the state's 1849 criminal abortion law that bans nearly all abortions.
Anti-abortion groups look to update 1849 Wisconsin ban
Some Democrats and abortion rights supporters have questioned the validity of a law that had been on the books for 173 years but wasn't enforced due to the Roe decision.
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Minnesota abortions fell 2% in 2021, but likely to flip
Abortions in Minnesota fell about 2% in 2021, but that decline is likely to quickly reverse in the state following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Simone Biles among next Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients
The awards will be presented Thursday, July 7.
THC edibles, beverages now legal in Minnesota as new law goes into effect
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Wisconsin's conservative high court hands GOP another weapon
The decision essentially prevents a governor from replacing the previous governor's appointees without Senate confirmation. The ruling left Democrats stunned.
'We're at a turning point": Deadline arrives for Nat'l Guard to be vaccinated
"We are in a war for talent," General James McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, told members of the House Armed Services Committee. "That means recruiting our nation's best."
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Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
24-hour self-service grocery store thrives in small Minnesota town
A number of small, Minnesota towns have lost their grocery stores over the years - creating an inconvenience for residents - and a bit of a food desert. But a couple in Douglas County thinks they've found a solution.
Landscaper steps in to fill hole left behind by pool contractor accused of unfinished work
A local landscaper stepped in to help after seeing a WCCO investigation into a contractor who promised families a pool but didn't finish the work.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Minneapolis minimum wage increase takes effect
For small businesses with 100 or fewer employees, the minimum wage bumped from $12.50 to $13.50 an hour. Large businesses with more than 100 employees must pay workers at least $15 an hour.
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Water recovery on Vadnais Lake being treated as potential triple homicide
The Ramsey County Sheriff says they are treating a water search and rescue on Vadnais Lake as a potential triple homicide involving three children all under the age of five.
Charges: Maplewood woman stole millions in COVID relief funds
Takara Hughes, 35, of Maplewood, and Tequisha Soloman, 39, of Las Vegas, allegedly submitted fraudulent claims and applications for unemployment benefits meant to provide relief to the American workforce due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
McKinley Phillips found guilty of murdering wife, sentenced to life in prison
McKinley Phillips, 40, is guilty of first-degree murder and second-degree murder in connection to the June 2021 death of his wife, Shavon Phillips.
Rabbit nonprofit CEO faces animal cruelty charges after 47 bunnies found dead in barn
The CEO of a local rabbit nonprofit has been charged after police found 47 dead rabbits in a barn and dozens of others injured and needing care.
Hibbing police investigate suspicious death, 1 in custody
Police in Hibbing have determined a woman's death to be suspicious, and have taken her boyfriend into custody.
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Hy-Vee withdraws potato salad varieties due to presumptive positive microbial test
The withdrawal includes all varieties and sizes of Hy-Vee Potato Salad and Mealtime Potato Salad available from grab-and-go refrigerated cases and deli service cases in Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore, Dollar Fresh Market locations and Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores.
Red, white and blue - and now green as THC food and drinks are legal in Minnesota
The new law now governs the packaging, the sale and the makeup of the products, which may not contain more than 5 mg of THC per serving, and no more than 50 mg per package.
Wisconsin reports first case of Monkeypox
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the case was reported in Dane County. They did not say how they believe that person contracted it.
'We're at a turning point": Deadline arrives for Nat'l Guard to be vaccinated
"We are in a war for talent," General James McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff, told members of the House Armed Services Committee. "That means recruiting our nation's best."
Bloomington begins phasing out tobacco licenses for businesses
The city of Bloomington is taking more steps to end tobacco sales. Starting Thursday, the city will begin phasing out tobacco licenses.
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Could R. Kelly's sentence impact his case in Hennepin County?
Kelly faces a solicitation case in Hennepin County, Minnesota. But the case has been on the back burner while the federal cases play out.
Tom Barnard to leave KQRS after 36 years as host
KQRS, a classic rock station based in Golden Valley, announced that Tom Barnard would be retiring from the station, with his final show being scheduled for Dec. 23.
Minnesota's top pick among patriotic movies is "Apollo 13"
Other states went for films that feature explicitly hometown appeal, such as Texas choosing "The Alamo," Alabama going for "Forrest Gump," and Pennsylvania selecting "Gettysburg."
For F1RST Wrestling's Arik Cannon, bringing the event back to Mall of America is "surreal"
Arik Cannon wasn't at the Mall of America on Sept. 4, 1995, when WCW wrestlers tussled in the rotunda for the first episode of "Monday Nitro. Now, 27 years later, he's finally going to get to see wrestling at the mall. In fact, he's in charge of the whole event.
These are the most popular game consoles in each state
In a single uninterrupted battle for supremacy of the living room, the console wars have given gamers such legendary installments as the Nintendo 64 and the PlayStation 2 and such cautionary tales as the Nokia N-Gage and the Ouya.
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Buxton's 2-run homer in 9th lifts Twins over Orioles 3-2
Byron Buxton his second game-ending home run of the season, a two-run drive off Jorge López in the ninth inning that lifted the Minnesota Twins over the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Friday night.
Aces beat Lynx for 3rd time this season, 91-85
The Las Vegas Aces beat the Minnesota Lynx 91-85 on Friday night.
Home Team: St. Paul camp teaching over 200 kids the game of football, free of charge
The camp is held at the Johnson High School football field in St. Paul. It provides opportunities for football players through middle school age to learn the fundamentals from experienced coaches, most of whom played in college.
Report: Star center Rudy Gobert traded to Timberwolves
Star center Rudy Gobert is heading to the Timberwolves after a blockbuster trade with the Utah Jazz, according to a report.
How have former $100M earners panned out for the Timberwolves?
The four-year, $224 million dollar contract Karl-Anthony Towns agreed to on the first day of free agency will keep him in Minnesota through the 2027-28 season. And it's reasonable to say he's earned it.
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One-of-a-kind garden highlights Ojibwe culture, sense of beauty
Sue Foss began growing her garden near Sandstone in 1989. She and her husband, Rod, planted over 500 different kinds of flowers, shrubs and trees to honor the Ojibwe people.
Minneopa State Park enjoys a bison baby boom
"They are pretty laid back and calm. They really are," said park manager Ashley Steevens. "They're managed as a wild herd, so this is their territory. This is their home."
The story behind Faribault County's Jolly Green Giant statue
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how a giant statue ended up in the city of Blue Earth.
After More Than A Century, Southern Minnesota Restaurant Still Slinging 'Dam' Good Burgers, Pies
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Rapidan Dam Store in Blue Earth County.
'It's Bizarre': Southern Minnesota Ghost Town Still Attracting Summer Visitors
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us on a tour of a treasured ghost town in Fillmore County, near the Iowa border.
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How does a park become a state park?
Just under 1% of Minnesota is state or national parkland, which places Minnesota 29th compared to other states across the country.
What will come of the January 6th hearings?
"The question then becomes though, even if the ex-president indicted, is there enough to convict," said constitutional law professor David Schultz.
Why is golf so hard?
"If you think of any other sport out there, whether it's football, baseball hockey, the ball is coming at you and react to it," said PGA pro Phil Anderson. "Whereas you have to think about it and make a movement away from a golf ball.
Why Are Some People More Prone To Mosquito Bites?
"One thing that scientists have known for a long time is that mosquitoes are attracted to the odor of used gym socks," Dr. Jon Oliver said.
What is the purpose of the "#ShowYourStripes" campaign?
"Just that slightest shift in an average puts us into a whole new climate, really upping those chances for all of the extremes that we have to deal with," said Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Bernadette Woods Placky.
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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.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
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: 10 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports possible widespread storms for the fourth.
Next Weather: 6 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports the next chance for storms and near average temps for the holiday weekend.
Next Weather: 5 p.m. weather report
Dew points are low for Friday and Saturday, but there's a chance for thunderstorms on Monday.
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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Boat crash at Priest Bay on Lake Minnetonka
Two people were injured in a boat collision on Lake Minnetonka on Friday.
Next Weather: 10 p.m. weather report
WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows reports possible widespread storms for the fourth.
Free St. Paul football camp
WCCO's Ren Clayton visits a free football camp in St. Paul
Good Question: How do fireworks work?
WCCO's Heather Brown takes a behind-the-scenes look at how fireworks work.
Health leaders warn about the spread of monkeypox in MN
The health department has identified six cases of monkeypox in the Twin Cities so far.