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It was a battle of north vs. south in boys hockey Friday night as Grand Rapids and White Bear Lake battled on the ice. Plus, a former University of Minnesota hockey player is feeling thankful amid his battle with a life-altering disease.
You've probably heard the story, almost 20 years ago, a pair of the iconic Wizard of Oz ruby slippers were stolen right here in Minnesota. As Caroline Cummings reports, now a team of curators at the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids is kick-starting a campaign to get them back permanently.
The FBI returned a pair of ruby slippers from the 1939 film classic "The Wizard of Oz" to a man nearly 20 years after the iconic shoes were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
William "Bill" Post, the Michigan native who was a key figure in creating Pop-Tarts, has died. He was 96.
Prosecutors have recommended Terry Jon Martin be sentenced to time served due to his poor health.
The man convicted of stealing the iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" will learn his fate Monday.
The aging reformed mobster who has admitted stealing a pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz" gave into the temptation of "one last score" after an old mob associate led him to believe the famous shoes were adorned with real jewels.
District 318 argues that state funding for schools has not met the rising cost of education due to inflation, which has led to budget cuts over the last several years.
School referendums asking for extra money from taxpayers are on many ballots today. Grand Rapids Public Schools is asking voters to approve a $305 million bond proposal. Marielle Mohs talked with voters and explains how the money would be spent.
Minnesota is getting ready to put up millions to grow marijuana right here at home. There are plans to plant a giant farm in Grand Rapids. About $20 million in public money would help it take root. WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell took a closer look.
A 76-year-old Grand Rapids man has changed his plea to guilty in connection to the theft of a pair of ruby slippers from the classic 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz."
The Grand Rapids man accused of stealing the iconic "The Wizard of Oz" ruby slippers from the Judy Garland Museum is expected to change his plea to guilty in court next week.
The Grand Rapids man accused of stealing the iconic "The Wizard of Oz" ruby slippers from the Judy Garland Museum is expected to change his plea to guilty in court next week.
Right now, 17 Minnesota DNR firefighters are headed north to help with a historic fire fight in Canada.
A man has been charged with stealing the iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids more than 15 years ago.
A northern Minnesota town is the childhood home of a movie star legend. Judy Garland would have turned 100 years old next year. WCCO’s John Lauritsen followed the Yellow Brick Road to the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
Police say a man died Saturday afternoon when his tanker rolled over and caught on fire north of Duluth.
WCCO's Erin Hassanzadeh tags along with researchers in Grand Rapids who hope to learn how to keep bears healthy.
Firefighters found the lone resident of the unit on fire in her living room and removed her before performing lifesaving procedures.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer spoke in a recorded video before the sentences were handed down, saying the actions of the three was a "threat to democracy itself."
A jury has convicted two men of conspiring to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 after a jury failed to reach a verdict in an earlier trial of the two men.
WCCO's Erin Hassanzadeh tags along with researchers in Grand Rapids who hope to learn how to keep bears healthy.
We're remembering our own Minnesota star. Judy Garland would have been 100 years old today.
The whole family was in town from Grand Rapids to watch Addie Albrecht compete at the state tournament.
A motorcyclist died early Tuesday morning after colliding with a deer in northern Minnesota.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
After 17 months of rebuilding from a bus crashing through its front window, the business is now facing another challenge.
When temperatures dip below zero, sometimes cars don't have a chance.
The Buckeyes earned their second national title since the start of the College Football Playoff era.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 24 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and Desmond Bane added 22 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a late rally to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-106.
After 17 months of rebuilding from a bus crashing through its front window, the business is now facing another challenge.
Authorities say two people were seriously injured in a crash after a man fled from law enforcement during a traffic stop on Monday.
Minnesota leaders are celebrating civil rights pioneer Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Monday, hundreds gathered at Two Rivers High School to perform acts of community service in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
Seven different fire departments worked to put out a fire at a Wright County egg farm Monday morning.
Josh Madson is using his photography skills in an effort to bring the community together.
Authorities in northwestern Minnesota are advising residents to stay off the roads Friday afternoon.
From Nov. 27 through Dec. 31, 2,079 people were arrested as part of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's DWI enforcement campaign.
Fire destroyed Winona's Black Horse Bar & Grill early Friday morning, with several fire departments trucking in water to help fight the blaze.
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
The famous Leinenkugel's brewery in Chippewa Falls hasn't been owned by a member of the Leinenkugel family since 1988, but some members of the family want to change that.
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
Wisconsin's photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Republican-controlled Assembly with no support from Democrats.
A Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed her sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please online horror character Slender Man will be released from a psychiatric hospital, a judge ordered on Thursday.
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
In his inaugural address, President Trump said he'll be ushering in a new era and ending a period of American decline. Those executive orders cover a wide range of policies from immigration to energy, trade and inflation.
President Trump promises to crack down on illegal immigration. Jonah Kaplan investigates how our current deportation process works.
President Trump pledged on the campaign trail to absolve those who were charged for their conduct on Jan. 6, 2021.
The Senate quickly confirmed Rubio as the nation's top diplomat hours after Trump was sworn in.
The inaugural luncheon, which took place around 90 minute after the official swearing-in of President Donald Trump Monday, featured apples from Minnesota.
It will be more expensive to attend the Minnesota State Fair this summer, officials announced on Sunday.
The series of January cold snaps is helping some Minnesota resorts get back on track. Even with below-average snowfall, business is looking up.
The brand says the savory drops are available for a limited time in January for National Soup Month, and the peak of cold and flu season.
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
From 1980–2024, there were 62 confirmed weather/climate disaster events with losses of over $1 billion each in Minnesota.
President Trump promises to crack down on illegal immigration. Jonah Kaplan investigates how our current deportation process works.
Authorities say two people were seriously injured in a crash after a man fled from law enforcement during a traffic stop on Monday.
A man is gravely injured after a shooting in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood Sunday night, police say.
Adam Fravel is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Maddi Kingsbury, the mother of their two children. He maintains his innocence.
A car was taken in a strong-arm carjacking Friday. The car was then in a police pursuit overnight Saturday.
As illness is spreading around the state, one patient says their senior living facility is keeping residents separated to prevent more people from getting sick.
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, but a nagging rise in medical costs and care utilization surprised Wall Street.
Mariah Southwick says her friends, Rachel Kretchmer and Michael Shulze, died one week ago after buying what they thought was cocaine — instead, it was fentanyl-laced cocaine.
There is real concern among health officials there won't be nearly enough doctors in the future, let alone for rural Minnesota in the near term.
President-elect Donald Trump had one of the biggest names in country music performing at his swearing-in ceremony.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Princess Kate made the announcement on social media after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker behind "O.J.: Made in America" has made a nine-hour documentary about the life and achievements of Prince. However, it may never end up getting the audience it deserves.
It was a battle of north vs. south in boys hockey Friday night as Grand Rapids and White Bear Lake battled on the ice. Plus, a former University of Minnesota hockey player is feeling thankful amid his battle with a life-altering disease.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
The Buckeyes earned their second national title since the start of the College Football Playoff era.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 24 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and Desmond Bane added 22 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a late rally to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-106.
Yakov Trenin scored against his former team early in the third period, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Monday.
A boycott, an alleged coup, multiple lawsuits — they're all part of the confusion and chaos at the Minnesota legislature.
Esme Murphy talks about how the capitol drama could continue for weeks.
The U.S. surgeon general says even one drink per week significantly raises your cancer risks.
The surgeon general says even if you have one drink once a week over a lifetime your odds cancer risk rises significantly.
The death of former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic has left the Senate temporarily in a 33-33 tie. The special election in the heavily DFL district is Jan. 28. Republican Senate Leader Mark Johnson and DFL Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy are currently working out a temporary power-sharing agreement.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
Duluth is known for its scenic views across the city, but one location stands out from the rest.
One family's creative design in central Minnesota allows guests to sleep under the stars — at any time of year.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare.
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
Here's an explanation of why people may hear creaks and trembles in their homes during cold months.
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.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
When temperatures dip below zero, sometimes cars don't have a chance.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says dangerously old temperatures are going to continue into tomorrow.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says a cold weather advisory is in effect for Minnesota until noon on Tuesday.
Extreme cold warnings are in effect across northern Minnesota through noon on Tuesday, while the rest of the state is under cold weather advisories for the same time frame.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says dangerously old temperatures are going to continue into tomorrow.
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards - advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena. Nance from Mahtomedi emailed us wanting to know how NHL teams project digital ads onto the boards. Jeff Wagner learned how the new technology is changing the game.
It took more than a year for this cafe to re-open after a bus busted right through its front window. Now, it's facing another smashing setback. Our Kirsten Mitchell shows us how they're handling the one-two punch.
Police now believe 42-year-old Shue Xiong may be experiencing a mental health crisis after his car was found in Superior, Wisconsin Sunday.
It happened Monday morning at Forsman Farms in Howard Lake.