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The good news is there's no evidence they can spread COVID-19. The bad news is it's not clear when they'll go away.
In this week's Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to the Extreme Sandbox for 26 tons of fun.
According to a criminal complaint, in December a customer noticed fraudulent activity on her bank statement, and alerted a senior bank executive, who then told Hastings police officers.
A Hastings woman says Jeffrey Epstein psychologically and sexually abused her for decades.
The Hastings community is mourning the loss of a 12-year-old boy who died Tuesday after being seriously injured while skiing.
A Dakota County woman wants to make sure everyone's head and ears are protected from the cold.
Officials in the southeast metro say a drunk driver arrested over the weekend had driven for at least 3 miles with a smashed-in windshield after hitting a mailbox.
Officials in the east metro say a large snake was found in someone's bathtub.
Thousands poured into our nation's Capitol as President Donald Trump took center stage in a rebranded Independence Day on the Mall.
After a long winter, the snow is finally melting, and kids in the Hastings Futbol Club United are ready to play soccer. But instead of getting the field ready, organizers are looking for a new place to play.
Authorities in Hastings say police have identified two men suspected of spinning donuts on soggy soccer fields over the weekend, causing significant damage.
Communities all over the state are under flood warnings as Minnesota's rivers continue to rise. The town of Hastings has been watching the flood forecasts religiously.
Three Minnesota Democrats -- Gov. Tim Walz, U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and state Sen. Karla Bigham -- plan to join in the flood fight in the Hastings area.
Communities in Minnesota and Wisconsin are dealing with high water. They've had to evacuate some homes, and close roadways. In Jordan, 300 households in this mobile home park have had to be evacuated. It's a flooding battle that the community has been fighting for days.
If you drive down Highway 55 in the heart of Hastings, you might do a double take. James Sill and Andy Larson play tennis at Roadside Park about three times a week -- in the dead of winter.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office has determined that a Hastings police officer was legally justified in the shooting death of Keegan Johnson-Lloyd.
A Hastings High School assistant principal, Joshua Mclay, is stepping down following an investigation into school money that was spent on sports tickets, found after someone noticed a charge for tickets to a Notre Dame game.
State investigators say a box cutter blade was found at the scene of a fatal police shooting in Hastings.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating after Keagan Johnson, suspected of stabbing his fellow group home resident, was shot and killed by a Hastings police officer Monday evening.
City officials in Hastings say drinking water is now safe for residents.
Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth and food preparation until further notice, the advisory states.
Natanael Coplin is charged with second-degree burglary.
"They were quite the pair," the State Patrol reported animal control officials told them. "Very attached to one another."
The city of Hastings is hoping the redevelopment of one of its oldest buildings along the Mississippi river will help bring attention to its historic downtown.
What to do for spring break in greater Minnesota.
Karen Ivy Rhodes Schmitz was last seen leaving on foot from the 8500 block of Edinbrook Crossing North in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, on June 22, according to police.
Kayla McBride scored 24 for her fifth straight 20-point performance, Courtney Williams added 19 points, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 96-87 for their fourth straight victory.
A pedestrian suffered serious injuries when a Bemidji, Minnesota, police officer struck him with a squad car early Wednesday morning.
Court documents show Kendra Johnson was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison and Erling Holdahl was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
Extreme heat can interfere with some of the medications we take, leading to potentially severe side effects.
Karen Ivy Rhodes Schmitz was last seen leaving on foot from the 8500 block of Edinbrook Crossing North in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, on June 22, according to police.
Court documents show Kendra Johnson was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison and Erling Holdahl was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
Earlier this month, 10 more Ramsey County communities and all of Washington County are now able to participate, with more rollouts to come.
Eddi Phillips is one of more than 250 artists opening their doors for the first-ever National Craft Open Studios Weekend, organized by the American Craft Council.
A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to wire fraud in a scheme prosecutors said bilked a now-defunct Minnesota housing program out of millions of dollars.
A pedestrian suffered serious injuries when a Bemidji, Minnesota, police officer struck him with a squad car early Wednesday morning.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Wednesday members of the Royal Canadian Air Force successfully evacuated 11 Minnesota teenagers and four staff members from wildfires north of the border.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state leaders moved Wednesday to extend a peacetime emergency amid raging wildfires in the northern part of the state and southern Canada.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race.
Gabriel Crombie pleaded guilty to aiding an offender in May, according to court documents.
For 66 years, the Lumberjack World Championships have brought the world's best to Hayward, Wisconsin.
Three people who died after a pontoon overturned on Lake Pepin over the weekend have been identified.
Two of the decedents were members of the Wabasha Fire Department, the chief confirmed.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
Francesca Hong has not backed away from calls to defund and abolish the police, raise taxes on the wealthy, and create a state-owned bank — positions now facing voters in a state Trump has carried twice.
The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, is taking a stand and closing encampments amid growing concerns.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Ramsey County leaders say they're suing for answers after ICE agents took a U-S citizen from his home in the dead of winter. Jason Rantala shows us why they believe this is their best move.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
Military planners have examined options for possible action against Cuba, including an Army-led air assault involving the 101st Airborne Division.
President Trump on Wednesday gave his "complete and total endorsement" to MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's gubernatorial race. Esme Murphy talked with Democratic analyst Abou Amara on how this will impact Minnesota’s primary and general election.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell tells WCCO’s Esme Murphy that President Trump’s endorsement is "huge" and "exciting," and that he didn't know it was coming. Watch the full interview.
The lawsuit accuses Loon of using "kid-friendly characters" to promote its vapes in flavors such as Cotton Candy, Strawberry Popsicle, Banana Taffy and Blue Razz Slushy.
A Wisconsin family lost their ten-month-old daughter after she swallowed a water bead. They blame Target and the water bead manufacturer for her death.
For many Minnesotans, the road to the Fourth of July starts with a short drive across the St. Croix River to Wisconsin to stock up on fireworks. The kinds of pyrotechnics that can be legally ignited in Minnesota might be surprising.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Court documents show Kendra Johnson was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison and Erling Holdahl was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to wire fraud in a scheme prosecutors said bilked a now-defunct Minnesota housing program out of millions of dollars.
A federal agent in Minnesota who pleaded guilty to transporting child sexual abuse material was sentenced Wednesday to seven years in prison.
Police in Farmington, Minnesota, are investigating a hit-and-run Tuesday evening that killed a 13-year-old boy riding a bicycle.
Gabriel Crombie pleaded guilty to aiding an offender in May, according to court documents.
A state law passed last year directed the state Department of Health to create materials on "recognizing the signs of physical abuse in infants and how to report suspected physical abuse of infants" and make them available online.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Very heavy smoke" from fires in the Arrowhead, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and southern Canada will quickly inundate much of Minnesota with the help of a sagging front that will drag that air on south, the MPCA says.
More than 75,000 Minnesotans have been approved for the state's paid family and medical leave program, which launched at the beginning of the year.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, neighborhood that has struggled to keep businesses might be turning a corner.
It's another action-packed weekend here in Minnesota, featuring hot dogs, book fairs, community celebrations and more.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
Kayla McBride scored 24 for her fifth straight 20-point performance, Courtney Williams added 19 points, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 96-87 for their fourth straight victory.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Suni Lee is making a run at a third Olympics.
Ball, who won Rookie of the Year over Anthony Edwards after the 2020-2021 season, averaged 20.1 points and 7.1 assists last season. President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly called him "a real point guard, which is — they're hard to find."
There's less than a month to go before the Aug. 11 primary, and one of the most watched and competitive races is the DFL race for the nomination for U.S. Senate between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig.
New campaign finance numbers are expected out later this week in federal races, including Minnesota's U.S. Senate race, where a flood of ads is evidence of a highly competitive race.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Minnesota Republicans head into an August primary shaped by a president who has lost the state three times but still commands outsized loyalty from its conservative base.
Mike Lindell, who leads the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary at 27%, is proposing conditional non-resident visas for undocumented immigrants with no criminal record — a position that differs from the Trump administration's approach.
There's a scenic, nearly century-old spot in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where right now you'll find thousands of flowers in bloom.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
It's one of Minnesota's rules of the road in which two is better than one. But Jodi from Lakeville emailed WCCO saying a lot of drivers don't seem to care about the law.
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Skip the latest fad diet. The best way to manage your weight might already be sitting on your plate.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2026.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says smoke has arrived in the Twin Cities and the air quality is now at dangerous levels.
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.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency said some air quality readings in the Arrowhead were so high today that their equipment alerted them about a possible malfunction.
Extreme heat can interfere with some of the medications we take, leading to potentially severe side effects.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says an air quality alert is in effect until Friday morning as plumes of smoky air from wildfires up north keep sagging south.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says smoke has arrived in the Twin Cities and the air quality is now at dangerous levels.
Police are looking for a driver who took off after a deadly crash in Farmington. They say a damaged Ford Focus could be the key to finding who killed the thirteen year old boy. Ashley Grams joins us now with the community's calls for change on what they say is a dangerous roadway.
Just north of Minnesota's border with Canada, a dream wilderness adventure turned into a fight against time. Ubah Ali details the multi-national effort to bring 11 teenage campers and four guides to safety after they faced the fires in Canada.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency said some air quality readings in the Arrowhead were so high today that their equipment alerted them about a possible malfunction.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says an air quality alert is in effect until Friday morning as plumes of smoky air from wildfires up north keep sagging south.