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The Minnesota State Patrol says four people are dead and one person is fighting for their life in a crash that happened Wednesday evening near the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in east-central Minnesota.
The Minnesota State Patrol says it's investigating a deadly crash that happened Wednesday evening near the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in east-central Minnesota, plus more of the day’s top stories.
A 15-year-old girl was killed and a 17-year-old boy was seriously injured in a crash Sunday afternoon in southern Minnesota.
A Minneapolis woman pleaded guilty Monday to murder and other charges in connection with a 2024 crash that killed two people.
Two New London, Minnesota, brothers, who died when their UTV collided with a pick-up truck, are being honored in a special way.
Two young brothers who died when their UTV collided with a pickup truck are being honored in a special way. John Lauritsen shows us how their friends and family plan to carry on their love for the outdoors.
New traffic tech along a dangerous stretch of road in Minnesota is showing life-saving results. An artificial intelligence camera is catching distracted drivers by the hundreds. It's a problem the state and community members have been working on for years along Highway 7 between St. Louis Park and St. Bonifacius. Jason Rantala shows us how it works.
The Dakota County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened at approximately 3:23 p.m. in Greenvale Township.
Two people are dead after a head-on crash in Stearns County, Minnesota, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Two people were killed and another hurt in a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon.
A man and a woman are dead, and two others, including a 1-year-old boy, are injured after a crash in Thompson Township, Minnesota, on Friday morning.
Two women are dead after a semitruck collided with a Chrysler minivan in Elmer Township, Minnesota, on Christmas Eve, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
A man died when a snowplow struck him in a parking lot at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, authorities say.
A 33-year-old man has been sentenced for causing a crash in Arden Hills, Minnesota, in 2024 that killed two people in their 70s.
A speeding driver may have been drinking before causing a crash that killed a woman southwest of the Twin Cities on Sunday, according to authorities.
A woman was killed and three other people were injured, including a child, in a crash in southern Minnesota Monday afternoon, authorities said.
The head-on collision happened just east of Dodge Center.
The Minnesota State Patrol says two people are dead following a two-vehicle rollover crash west of the Twin Cities over the weekend.
Police in St. Cloud, Minnesota, say a 41-year-old man who was fleeing an officer in a vehicle late Monday night died in a crash on a university campus, injuring another man in the process.
At least one person is dead after a Jeep caught fire during a collision with a semi truck in eastern Minnesota Monday night, officials said.
A St. Paul man is charged with criminal vehicular homicide in the hit-and-run crash that killed a 30-year-old woman on Thursday, court records said.
New information has been released about a St. Paul crash involving a Tesla that killed an innocent driver. As Jonah Kaplan reports, investigators warn speed was the number one factor.
Musab Kosar, a 22-year-old man from Fridley, Minnesota, was charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide in Ramsey County on Thursday.
Authorities are investigating a fatal crash in St. Paul early Wednesday morning.
A western Minnesota woman was killed in a head-on crash with a semi truck Saturday morning, authorities said.
The fight against fraud in Minnesota continues, and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday.
The Minnesota State Patrol says four people are dead and one person is fighting for their life in a crash that happened Wednesday evening near the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in east-central Minnesota.
Thursday will be dry and mild in the Twin Cities, with highs slowly climbing into the 40s.
A man was arrested and charged after threatening to kill a Minnesota state senator on Facebook.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
The fight against fraud in Minnesota continues, and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
Nearly two weeks after the announced drawdown, court records claim around 400 federal agents are still operating in the Twin Cities. The documents were 4,000 in Minnesota in January.
Fraudsters have stolen millions in taxpayer money in Minnesota, putting pressure on lawmakers to find fixes.
The number of ICE agents in Minnesota is continuing to drop, with new numbers revealed by local federal leadership in recent court filings.
The fight against fraud in Minnesota continues, and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday.
The Minnesota State Patrol says four people are dead and one person is fighting for their life in a crash that happened Wednesday evening near the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in east-central Minnesota.
A man was arrested and charged after threatening to kill a Minnesota state senator on Facebook.
Fraudsters have stolen millions in taxpayer money in Minnesota, putting pressure on lawmakers to find fixes.
The number of ICE agents in Minnesota is continuing to drop, with new numbers revealed by local federal leadership in recent court filings.
A fire at a hotel in Superior, Wisconsin, Monday night left one person hurt and forced guests to move to new lodgings.
Excitement is in the air in northern Wisconsin with the 52nd annual American Birkebeiner underway.
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.
Three people are dead after a house fire in a small western Wisconsin town early Saturday.
The Edina wife and mother of three said she felt called to go and protest in south Minneapolis after learning that Alex Pretti had been shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents.
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations aren't only happening in the Twin Cities. Federal agents are also working in smaller towns, and in some, seeing similar resistance from the community.
The fight against fraud in Minnesota continues, and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday.
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday — one day after Vice President JD Vance announced the federal government is temporarily halting $259 million in Medicaid funding to the state.
The Minnesota State Patrol says it's investigating a deadly crash that happened Wednesday evening near the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in east-central Minnesota, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Nearly two weeks after the announced drawdown, court records claim around 400 federal agents are still operating in the Twin Cities. The documents were 4,000 in Minnesota in January.
Fraudsters have stolen millions in taxpayer money in Minnesota, putting pressure on lawmakers to find fixes.
Consumers are urged to stop using the pressure cookers and dispose of them immediately.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key part of President Trump's economic plan late last week: tariffs. But the president fought back, slapping a 15% global tariff on imported goods.
On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.
January is typically a slow month at Frontiersman Sports, but employees at the St. Louis Park, Minnesota, gun shop said sales spiked 30% above normal for the month.
Amid ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, a local company is filling a desperate need for on-demand legal help.
A man was arrested and charged after threatening to kill a Minnesota state senator on Facebook.
Fraudsters have stolen millions in taxpayer money in Minnesota, putting pressure on lawmakers to find fixes.
Federal and local officials on Wednesday announced charges against a dozen people allegedly associated with a Minneapolis gang involved in drug trafficking.
Police Chief Brian O'Hara called the shooting "senseless" and asked anyone with information to come forward.
Fleet Farm says it'll change its policies and pay Minnesota $1 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the retailer of selling guns to straw purchasers, who then sold them to others.
The fight against fraud in Minnesota continues, and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday.
Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration will "temporarily halt" some Medicaid funding to the state of Minnesota over fraud concerns.
Hennepin County leaders, along with top brass from Minneapolis' Hennepin County Medical Center, opened the books in front of a panel of Minnesota senators Wednesday.
Members of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee voiced their frustrations and concerns Monday as they work to tackle the crisis in the state's autism programs.
Minnesota is in its second full month of a sweeping new paid leave policy that impacts almost all residents.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
The EP, released on Ash Wednesday and called "Days of Ash" is "of the moment we wish we weren't in . . . but are," Bono said.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Elliot Cadeau had 15 points and L.J. Cason scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half as No. 3 Michigan beat Minnesota 77-67 on Tuesday night to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title for the first time in five years.
Anthony Edwards scored 34 points and made five 3-pointers to help the Minnesota Timberwolves hold off the Portland Trail Blazers 124-121, their fourth win in their last five games.
Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul will be home to Minnesota's first Major League Volleyball team, sharing the space with the Wild and Frost during their seasons. Pedro Mendes and CC McGraw will be the two leading the new era of pro volleyball in the state. Both have a strong love for Minnesota already in their DNA.
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
Tyrese Maxey had 39 points and eight assists, VJ Edgecombe made a career-high six 3-pointers and finished with 24 points, and the Sixers beat the Timberwolves 135-108 to snap a four-game losing streak.
Two major priorities are on a collision course in the Minnesota Legislature.
The GOP is promoting an aggressive anti-fraud agenda while the DFL is hammering hard on the immigration crackdown and the continuing fallout.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country.
The political fallout of Operation Metro Surge is expected to be long lasting not just in Minnesota, but across the country. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Abou Amara, a Democratic analyst, and Amy Frederiksen, a Republican analyst, about the political impact.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty will send a letter this week, demanding DHS and DOJ turn over evidence in the shooting death of Alex Pretti.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
One of the best views in Minnesota is at the top of a Bloomington hill. But 15-year-old Jacob Larson isn't here for the scenery. He's here for the jump.
Pine trees are a common sight up north. But on a Carlton, Minnesota, road, they're joined by giant lollipops. They serve as the welcoming committee for Sweetly Kismet, one of the largest candy stores in the state.
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Northland Arboretum was built half a century ago on top of what was once a city dump. But over time, nature carved its own path with a little help from a Zamboni.
Traveling is already stressful, especially flying, but the deadly conflict south of the border might have some travelers second-guessing their upcoming trips.
Drivers beware. Cities are seeing an uptick in stolen cars this winter.
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Thursday will be dry and mild in the Twin Cities with highs slowly climbing into the 40s, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
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.
Thursday will be dry and mild in the Twin Cities with highs slowly climbing into the 40s, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
Thursday will be dry and mild in the Twin Cities, with highs slowly climbing into the 40s.
We are expected to hit the 40s on Thursday, with the temperature lingering through Friday. We cool off over the weekend before things heat back up. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer shares how long those warmer temps stick around and when we could see snow.
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz plans to introduce an anti-fraud legislative package on Thursday — one day after Vice President JD Vance announced the federal government is temporarily halting $259 million in Medicaid funding to the state.
Thursday will be dry and mild in the Twin Cities with highs slowly climbing into the 40s, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
The Minnesota State Patrol says it's investigating a deadly crash that happened Wednesday evening near the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in east-central Minnesota, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Thursday will be dry and mild in the Twin Cities with highs slowly climbing into the 40s, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Joseph Dames.
We are expected to hit the 40s on Thursday, with the temperature lingering through Friday. We cool off over the weekend before things heat back up. Chief meteorologist Chris Shaffer shares how long those warmer temps stick around and when we could see snow.