Burnsville warns of crowdfunding scams involving slain first responders
"Unfortunately, some people are taking advantage of our tragedy in Burnsville. Be aware of scams," wrote city officials.
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"Unfortunately, some people are taking advantage of our tragedy in Burnsville. Be aware of scams," wrote city officials.
The number of people seeking help on the platform to pay student loans has exploded over the last year, the crowdfunding site says.
Donations poured in within hours after Damar Hamlin suddenly suffered cardiac arrest after a tackle, with some donating thousands.
Dozen of organizations and people are coming together to help out Kentuckians who were affected by the tornadoes and storms this past weekend.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help with funeral cost for the man fatally shot Sunday night in Hopkins.
Members of the Floyd family in Houston say they have been overwhelmed and surprised by the number of people who are protesting.
This fund will give out micro-grants to qualifying small businesses negatively impacted by the pandemic.
A restaurant flyer and a GoFundMe has been set up to help the Vitek family.
A GoFundMe has been launched to benefit a local musician battling pancreatic cancer.
The family of the young boy who was thrown from a third-floor balcony at Mall of America has announced he has return home.
The April 25 crash happened at the intersection of 3rd Avenue South and South 2nd Street, and the victim was taken to the hospital with "extremely critical injuries."
Since GoFundMe started in 2010, people have given each other more than $5 billion.
A 5-year-old boy who was thrown from a third-floor balcony last week at Mall of America remains hospitalized, according to a GoFundMe page set up for the family.
No child should have to go hungry. That's why a local charter school is trying to help pay off lunch debt for families in need.
The owners of Once Upon A Crime, a 31-year-old staple on West 26th Street in the city's Whittier neighborhood, started a GoFundMe page on Monday asking for donations.
A New Jersey couple and homeless veteran who captured international attention and praise for their heartwarming "good Samaritan" tale have been arrested for fraud, an unexpected twist in a yearlong story of good deeds gone wrong.
Johnny Bobbitt received worldwide praise after he gave a stranded motorist in Philadelphia his last $20 so she could get gas last year.
Thanks to a fundraiser, a 3-year-old could soon be able to breathe and speak on her own.
At least one Minnesota Vikings fan wants to kill the Philadelphia Eagles and their fan base with kindness.
Mark LeClair has been giving constant care to his daughter since she was born; she suffered viral meningitis when she was 7 days old.
Recently, music producer and rapper Kanye West told the world he was $53 million in personal debt. Well, one Twin Cities man decided to take matters into his own hands.
It's a difficult situation many families find themselves in: One in every 10 couples has trouble conceiving a child.
A Minneapolis bicyclist believes he was assaulted last month while riding home on the city's streets. According to a GoFundMe page for Zac Schneider Roberts, the 22-year-old was biking home on Sept. 9 when he suddenly lost consciousness. He woke up in an ambulance, with severe injuries to his face.
A Twin Cities family is looking for help in saying good-bye to a father who came to America for a better life.
The number of bird flu cases have dropped in Minnesota, but turkey farmers say the threat is always there.
Republicans at the Minnesota Legislature say they want to save you money by cutting the budget and returning surpluses.
This is the first winning season the Eagles have had since Tre Jones graduated in 2018.
The move comes after council members said the pastor threatened them and one of his team members ended up behind bars.
The Twin Cities-based Northernettes Junior team represented Team USA at a World competition in Poland, and took home gold for the first time.
The move comes after council members said the pastor threatened them and one of his team members ended up behind bars.
The Twin Cities-based Northernettes Junior team represented Team USA at a World competition in Poland, and took home gold for the first time.
The seating of Rep. David Gottfried, who represents parts of Shoreview and Roseville in District 40B, means the power-sharing agreement negotiated between both caucuses last month takes effect.
A woman has pleaded guilty on a charge in connection to a theft scheme involving a Minneapolis Lululemon store.
The nearly 60-year tradition hosted by the St. Patrick's Association celebrates culture, clans and community.
The number of bird flu cases have dropped in Minnesota, but turkey farmers say the threat is always there.
The co-owner of Danville Signal Processing in Cannon Falls, Minnesota is doing what she can to amplify the voice of small businesses.
A bill that was introduced by Minnesota Senate Republicans to define so-called "Trump derangement syndrome" as a mental illness has provoked a backlash, with some saying the bill trivializes mental health care in the state regardless of the seriousness of its original intent.
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
A woman is dead and four others are injured after a crash which authorities believe involved alcohol on Saturday.
The fields for the NCAA basketball tournaments are set, and while the Minnesota men won't be dancing, some other local teams have punched their ticket.
State troopers say they arrested a 47-year-old woman from Minneapolis on Saturday after the driver showed "signs of impairment" and detected the odor of marijuana during a traffic stop.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls debuts it a cheesemaking course at its on-campus dairy plant.
Four Wisconsin voters whose ballots were not counted in the November presidential election have initiated a class action lawsuit seeking $175,000 in damages each.
Police in Hudson, Wisconsin, say they made a shocking discovery following an hourslong standoff overnight Thursday.
Jeff Birkel got hooked on running in his 30s, but after getting diagnosed with ALS, things changed. Soon, his sons had an idea to get their dad qualified as a handicapped athlete in the Boston Marathon.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
Decades of militant rule and ongoing conflict in Burma have sent nearly 20,000 Karen people to resettle in the Twin Cities since the early 2000s. It's conflict the four students were able to experience up close once again with a month-long trip to Southeast Asia.
Giacomo Naylor gave everything to his loved ones — his mom, younger siblings Lukas and Isadora — up until Jan. 25 at 2:28 a.m. while on "G's Last Stand" — a coast-to-coast road trip they took because he did not want to die in a hospital.
Drafted during World War II, Don Tietz found himself a long way from his hometown farm.
Republicans at the Minnesota Legislature say they want to save you money by cutting the budget and returning surpluses.
The president extended Secret Service protection for his own children before he left office in 2021.
The seating of Rep. David Gottfried, who represents parts of Shoreview and Roseville in District 40B, means the power-sharing agreement negotiated between both caucuses last month takes effect.
A bill that was introduced by Minnesota Senate Republicans to define so-called "Trump derangement syndrome" as a mental illness has provoked a backlash, with some saying the bill trivializes mental health care in the state regardless of the seriousness of its original intent.
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar took time on Sunday to chat with several immigrant business owners inside the Midtown Global Market on East Lake Street in Minneapolis.
For nearly 10 years, Iron Door Pub has stood at Lyndale Avenue and Lake Street. But now, it's shutting it's doors for good.
A group of south Minneapolis renters are demanding action from their building's management company, alleging major maintenance issues are being ignored and tenants are being threatened with eviction.
Food insecurity is at an all-time high in Minnesota. As that need continues to grow, lawmakers are pushing for more support.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
Minnesota is a target in President Trump's trade war. On Monday, Ontario, Canada slapped a 25% surcharge on all electricity exports to our state and two others.
The move comes after council members said the pastor threatened them and one of his team members ended up behind bars.
Scammers have been reaching out to Spanish-speaking people by pretending to be federal agents and demanding money. Bloomington Police are now using a cutting-edge approach to warn people: artificial intelligence.
A woman has pleaded guilty on a charge in connection to a theft scheme involving a Minneapolis Lululemon store.
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
A 17-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the September 2024 shooting outside a St. Paul tobacco shop.
As the federal government ramps up deportation efforts, an area organization says those efforts are striking fear into the wrong hearts.
Five years ago this week, our world shut down as COVID-19 swept the country. It was a time of loss and change that hit all of us — and all of us have memories of how the virus upended our lives.
After dozens of overdoses in just four days, Minnesota's biggest county is racing to reverse the troubling trend.
Sleep is the rest and recovery bodies and brains need to be at our best once our eyes open again. Achieving that is easier said than done.
The Minnesota Department of Health has officially added two more diseases to the list of conditions for which newborns are typically screened.
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
Bidding is underway for dozens of Bob Dylan memorabilia items, including his earliest-known demo recording described as "a revelation."
Country music star Keith Urban will make a stop at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center in September.
In the world of alpine skiing, few have been more decorated. Fast, fearless and resilient, Lindsey Vonn fought her way back after every crash, until she retired at 34. But now, with a titanium knee replacement, she is eyeing one more trip to the Olympics.
The Twin Cities-based Northernettes Junior team represented Team USA at a World competition in Poland, and took home gold for the first time.
Minnesota's challenge of growing the men's basketball program into a consistent Big Ten contender has probably never been greater considering the surging cost of competing in the current landscape of major college sports.
Hear from Tartan men's basketball coach Mark Klingsporn, who just won his 700th career game. Plus, see which boys hockey teams from Class AA have stamped their ticket to the state tournament.
The Minnesota Twins have unveiled their plans for the 2025 season home opener, which will include ticket prices in the single digits for those looking for a thriftier option.
Rhyne Howard scored 23 points, Jordin Canada added 21 and the No. 4 seed Vinyl beat the top-seeded Lunar Owls and Napheesa Collier of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, who was named Unrivaled's Most Valuable Player before tipoff, 73-70 in the 3-on-3 women's basketball league's playoffs.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order, but he says it is unclear if or when the Trump administration will follow the court's directive.
A Minnesota man who was fired from his federal job as part of President Trump's federal layoffs should get his job back because of a new federal court order.
Esme Murphy takes a look at why the government could shut down and what it could mean for Minnesotans.
A looming government shutdown amid cuts and layoffs at the federal level. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with University of Minnesota Professor Larry Jacobs about how a government shutdown will impact you, and if a Minnesota government shutdown is on the horizon. CLICK HERE for more.
Republicans have put forward a budget proposal that would keep the federal government from shutting down this Sunday, but Democrats are opposed because of sharp budget cuts. Esme Murphy looks at how a shutdown would affect Minnesotans.
Lovers of old-school records in the Twin Cities, listen up: you can get a record made in your own backyard.
A partnership between the American Legion and a horseshoe club is putting Becker, Minnesota, on the map.
If you've been to the University of Minnesota, you can't miss the Weisman Art Museum. It stands out in more ways than one.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.
It's a label that can instill confidence and patriotism. Some shoppers even seek out products that say "Made in America."
Sleep is the rest and recovery bodies and brains need to be at our best once our eyes open again. Achieving that is easier said than done.
Outside of learning what new foods will end up a stick, there might not be greater anticipation from Minnesota State Fairgoers than finding out who will headline at the Grandstand.
Why do we get bored? How should we overcome it? Good Question.
A spring snowstorm dropped several inches of plowable snow overnight in the Twin Cities and other parts of Minnesota.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says heavy snow and 40 mph winds are expected to hit Minnesota late Tuesday.
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 Chris Shaffer says the Twin Cities metro may see anywhere from 1 to 4 inches of snow on Wednesday.
Temps will cool on Tuesday, but rain showers are expected to pop through by the evening.
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows says some areas of southern Minnesota could see four inches or more of snow by Wednesday afternoon.
Ren Clayton explains this will be the team's first time back in the state tournament since a legendary era.
City officials say the machines provide little value, except to scammers.
Meteorologist Chris Shaffer says heavy snow and 40 mph winds are expected to hit Minnesota late Tuesday.
The number of bird flu cases have dropped in Minnesota, but turkey farmers say the threat is always there.
Republican senators announced $646 million dollars of cuts they say need to be made during this year's budget negotiations.