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Scientists have warned for decades that India's Himalayan glacial lakes are disasters waiting to happen. Climate change means they aren't waiting any more.
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Flood warnings were issued in northern Minnesota after heavy rains led to street flooding and overflowing sewers.
In addition to the National Weather Service's warning, the city is asking residents to stay away from standing and moving water, as well as any dislodged manhole covers.
Heavy rain has caused flooding in Duluth and a sanitary sewer overflow.
A Minnesota city victimized by flooding every year is set to make some permanent changes.
The entrance to Burning Man will be closed for the remainder of the event, which began on Aug. 27 and was scheduled to end on Monday.
Tropical Storm Hilary brought historic rainfall to the Southern California region.
Minnesota is getting some help from the federal government to recover from flooding.
More rain and possible flooding is causing major trouble for parts of the northeastern United States.
Saturday’s downpours are certainly welcome to ease drought conditions but the torrid rains and arid ground were a bad recipe for flooding.
Rain this weekend is expected to help with drought conditions lately. It is a stark contrast to major flooding in communities along our rivers in the spring.
Downpours are drenching neighborhoods in our area tonight.
Two southern Minnesota highways are reopened after being closed for more than a week due to flooding.
The Highway 99 bridge is a major crossing for people who live there, especially because there's already a detour to get across the river in town. Currently, the Highway 22 bridge is also closed for a project.
Some Minnesotans have a big mess to clean up after our wet weekend.
Some Minnesotans have a big mess to clean up after our wet weekend.
St. Paul city officials say a stretch of road along the Mississippi River that was set to reopen Monday will need to continue to stay closed.
A stretch of highway in southern Minnesota has reopened after an overnight mudslide shut it down.
It's been one week since the St. Croix River reached its peak. Since then, the people living along it have seen some big changes.
It’s been one week since the St. Croix River reached its peak. Since then, the people living along it have seen some big changes.
In St. Paul, high water along the Mississippi River looks like it’s holding steady, despite levels dropping slightly.
That's just above major flood stage and enough to force parks and roads to close down, but many people there are relieved that it wasn't any worse.
Water levels continue to rise in many spots throughout the area, putting our river cities on alert. Over the ensuing days and weeks, WCCO will continue to monitor the rising waters in several Minnesota and Western Wisconsin communities.
The Mississippi River is getting mightier in downtown St. Paul and Hastings, but it is receding in towns to the north. Levels in other river cities are also dropping for now.
The son of a former Minnesota state representative was indicted by a federal jury Thursday on drug- and firearm-related charges following a crash earlier this year that claimed the lives of five young women.
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
The son of a former Minnesota state representative was indicted by a federal jury Thursday on drug- and firearm-related charges following a crash earlier this year that claimed the lives of five young women.
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
At least two people are dead and two more are seriously hurt after a crash early Thursday evening in Minneapolis.
A 17-year-old girl is fighting for her life after she was shot Thursday afternoon in north Minneapolis.
A man was treated for burns he suffered after fire broke out at a northeast Minneapolis residence Thursday night.
A 25-year-old man was found guilty on Thursday for shooting a teenager and injuring another in Duluth this summer.
Diane and Ron Fagen opened their museum in 2012 as a way to honor Ron's father, who fought in World War II. The hangars are filled with actual planes used in the war. On Pearl Harbor Day, the Fagens unveiled their latest exhibit.
Nashke Native Games, founded by local educator Tony Drews, aims to make entertaining games that are focused on teaching and preserving the Ojibwe language and culture.
A man was killed after being trapped in machinery at a firewood processing plant.
A 17-year-old boy in Bemidji has been charged with a felony after he allegedly made threats that prompted area schools to close earlier this week.
The veto was expected from Evers, who has vowed to strike down any proposals from the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature that he deems harmful to LGBTQ+ youth.
A Wisconsin judge has reaffirmed her ruling this summer that state law permits consensual medical abortions, handing abortion rights advocates a massive victory.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has signed a bill that spends half-a-billion in taxpayer dollars to help the Milwaukee Brewers cover stadium repairs over the next decade.
Limp Bizkit — under frontman Fred Durst — burned bright and fast during the waning years of the 1990s, most notoriously urging disgruntled crowds at the 1999 edition of Woodstock to "Break Stuff."
The Republican head of the Wisconsin Senate says he wants to see pay raises approved for Universities of Wisconsin employees.
A Washington County Deputy is being honored for life-saving heroics from the summer.
Diane and Ron Fagen opened their museum in 2012 as a way to honor Ron's father, who fought in World War II. The hangars are filled with actual planes used in the war. On Pearl Harbor Day, the Fagens unveiled their latest exhibit.
The holidays are here and they can pose some challenges for people, especially our older neighbors. Santa's Senior Helpers is an agency making life easier and less lonely for seniors.
In the corner of the room, James McCloden, Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans outreach coordinator knows coming here he has a good chance of talking to and helping a veteran.
At the heart of music is the shared experience. Emily Pearl and her mother, Kaye, have been part of the Giving Voice Chorus in St. Paul since 2018. The vocalists making the three- and four-part harmonies are living with dementia.
Late Thursday, prosecutors formally charged President Joe Biden's son with evading federal taxes.
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president, though some dropped out as the campaign progressed. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Two House Democrats have faced censure votes this fall.
People living in St. Paul with medical debt will see some relief in the new year thanks to the budget passed Wednesday.
Millions of Minnesotans got state-issued checks or direct deposits this year. But it turns out they may owe money come tax time.
How can you make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season? Some experts weigh in.
People living in St. Paul with medical debt will see some relief in the new year thanks to the budget passed Wednesday.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
More than 2 million Minnesotans received anywhere from $260 to $1,300 in tax rebate payments, as part of the $3 billion One Minnesota budget, signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz in May.
Starting Monday, Metro Transit will start issuing citations and fining people who have not paid their fare.
The son of a former Minnesota state representative was indicted by a federal jury Thursday on drug- and firearm-related charges following a crash earlier this year that claimed the lives of five young women.
A 25-year-old man was found guilty on Thursday for shooting a teenager and injuring another in Duluth this summer.
A 17-year-old girl is fighting for her life after she was shot Thursday afternoon in north Minneapolis.
A police officer and a man were both wounded Thursday afternoon in a shootout on a St. Paul street.
Earlier this week, 25-year-old Damarean Bible was charged with second-degree murder in the death of Savannah Williams. She was found Nov. 29 with a gunshot wound to the head.
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
People living in St. Paul with medical debt will see some relief in the new year thanks to the budget passed Wednesday.
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
The veto was expected from Evers, who has vowed to strike down any proposals from the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature that he deems harmful to LGBTQ+ youth.
A Wisconsin judge has reaffirmed her ruling this summer that state law permits consensual medical abortions, handing abortion rights advocates a massive victory.
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
Daddy Yankee, the iconic reggaeton superstar, announced his plans to focus on his faith during his final musical performance Sunday in Puerto Rico.
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
Limp Bizkit — under frontman Fred Durst — burned bright and fast during the waning years of the 1990s, most notoriously urging disgruntled crowds at the 1999 edition of Woodstock to "Break Stuff."
Three staples of the classic rock genre are heading to Minneapolis next summer.
Timberwolves clinch best record in the NBA thanks to their latest five-game winning streak.
Elijah Hawkins scored 12 points with 11 assists and Minnesota overcame a 15-point halftime deficit and the loss of leading scorer Dawson Garcia to beat Nebraska 76-65.
Rudy Gobert had 16 points and 21 rebounds and the NBA-leading Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat San Antonio 102-94 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory and the Spurs' 15th loss in a row.
The Minnesota Vikings have announced who will be starting at quarterback for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota.
For years, the Twin Cities and the area surrounding it was in growing zone 4. Now new maps from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows us in Zone 5A.
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. The impact is enormous on the state's $21 billion farm economy. Soybeans have now eclipsed corn, wheat and alfalfa as Minnesota's number one cash crop. Click here to see the full story.
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota. But what does this mean for you? According to Julie Weisenhorn, an extension educator of horticulture at the University of Minnesota, this hardiness change opens the possibilities for metro gardeners. Click here to see the full story.
Minnesota's warming winters are impacting what you can grow. That change is reflected in the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2023 plant hardiness zone map. Compared to 2012, there has been a significant change for much of Minnesota. WCCO's Director of Meteorology and NEXT Weather Meteorologist Mike Augustyniak said these changes are happening faster in Northern areas like ours. Click here for the full story.
A Montevideo company's fish houses have become a popular sight in the "Land of 10,000 frozen lakes."
We've all been through the coffee and fast-food drive-thrus, but they have nothing on this Evansville business. In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to a drive-through that's as Nordic as it gets.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen shows us how an iconic show from the 70s put Minneapolis on the map, and why this year marks a special anniversary in the show's history.
For nearly 40 years, Dennis Foy has been on the receiving end of footballs from the Vikings. They send him dozens each season along with emails about whose name they want on the game ball, and what they want it to say.
In 1999, Terry Rodman built a windmill for his wife, from scratch. Then, to balance things out, he put up a farm windmill — and people around Jasper, took notice.
How can you make your Christmas tree last the whole holiday season? Some experts weigh in.
Some shoppers enjoy taking advantage of the extended sales, while others say it's just holiday noise.
Stephen Colbert is away from late-night TV following emergency surgery last week — the comedian's appendix burst. That made us wonder: What does the appendix do for our body? And why are we fine without it? Good Question. Jeff Wagner explains the mystery behind the tiny organ.
Heather Brown confers with some culinary experts to find the definitive answer!
The fluffy four-tenths of an inch that fell last Saturday kept the Twin Cities from notching a record of a snowless November.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
For two nights in a row, the northern lights danced overhead in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, and WCCO viewers sent in their best photos.
Some WCCO viewers shared marvelous photos of Thursday night's northern lights.
Here's a look at some of the hot items on auction at "The Fashion of Prince."
Minnesota leaders tasked the state's residents with helping to reimagine the state's flag and emblem. The citizenry has delivered, with designs running the gamut of reverent to just plain ridiculous.
Snow showers move into northwestern Minnesota this evening. A second storm Saturday morning will pass to our south. Snow amounts will be minimal (coating-1"), but could make roads icy. Snow wraps up for all by Saturday night
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.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says enjoy Friday's warmth, because a wintry feel returns this weekend.
Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso says we may break a 33-year-old record for warmth Friday.
We're challenging highs for one more day Friday, with highs back near 50 — which would tie the record set in 1990.
Snow showers move into northwestern Minnesota this evening. A second storm Saturday morning will pass to our south. Snow amounts will be minimal (coating-1"), but could make roads icy. Snow wraps up for all by Saturday night
She shares a recipe that you'll only need a few ingredients but will dazzle your holiday guests.
There have been over 100 new cases of and about 30 new hospitalizations across the country because of the outbreak. Minnesota has now had a total of 20 cases and 2 deaths. That’s the most cases in the country. Wisconsin has had the second highest cases with 18. The CDC says you should not eat any pre-cut cantaloupe- and if you eat the fruit at all you should wash it thoroughly.
The refurbished laptops were given to families and students served by the Urban League Twin Cities and the Northside Achievement Zone.
A 39-year-old man has died after an accident at a firewood processing plant outside of Little Falls. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office says the accident happened at a plant at 233rd street just north of Fort Ripley Township. When they arrived on scene, they found the man trapped in a firewood processing machine. The man died at the scene.