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A federal judge says a Hastings auto dealership can't be forced to provide employees with health insurance that covers certain forms of birth control
The man accused of shooting and killing a Mendota Heights police officer is expected in Dakota County Court on Wednesday. Brian Fitch Sr. was captured in July after an eight-hour manhunt. He's accused of killing Officer Scott Patrick during a traffic stop.
The snow making machines are going full blast at Afton Alps Ski Area. They're one of many ski areas opening for business this weekend.
Two Hastings men are accused of prostituting an underage girl as a form of payment in a drug deal, according to charges filed in Dakota County Court. William Dale Willis, 25, and Daniel Rashaun Gopie, 27, were each charged with two felony counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct in connection with the Sept. 21 incident.
The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal rollover crash in Hastings Thursday morning. The State Patrol says the crash, which involved one vehicle, occurred at around 7 a.m. on Highway 61 at 190th Street.
Dakota County deputies arrested a 32-year-old woman early Sunday morning after she allegedly led them on a high-speed chase through a residential Hastings neighborhood before losing control and hitting a tree.
Hastings Police are still searching for the gunman responsible for the first homicide in the city in a decade. Jason Reuter, 34, was found shot to death in his front yard in June. Police believe his murder is an isolated incident.
A 33-year-old Hastings man is accused of threatening to kill another man at a Walmart in late September who he believes killed his brother, according to charges filed in Dakota County Court. Jeremy John Reuter was charged with one felony count of terroristic threats in connection with the Sept. 27 incident.
Card data of Supervalu and Albertsons shoppers may be at risk in another hack, the two supermarket companies said Monday.
The defense team for the man accused of killing a Mendota Heights police officer said he intends to plead not guilty. Brian Fitch appeared at an arraignment Thursday morning in Dakota County. The 39-year-old Fitch is accused of fatally shooting Officer Scott Patrick during a traffic stop July 30 in West St. Paul.
A West St. Paul man is being held on $1.5 million bond in the strangling death of his girlfriend. Marc Bakambia was charged Monday with second-degree intentional murder in Dakota County court in the August death of 24-year-old Dorothy Redd.
A Hastings man was injured in a motorcycle accident Saturday afternoon in Trimbelle Township, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. Matthew Tutehohl, 38, was flown to Regions Hospital Saturday with undetermined injuries. The accident occurred around 1:30 p.m .on County Road O near 480th Avenue.
It does a man good to have hobbies that bring him joy, but there are times when that passion veers into territory that no one saw coming. Bruce Bauer took a manure spreader, farm antiques and a '93 Chevy S-10 pickup chassis to build a thing of beauty.
Police in Hastings were searching for a murder weapon along the Mississippi River on Monday, as part of the investigation into the fatal shooting of Jason Reuter. The 34-year-old was found dead in his front yard nearly two months ago.
Construction workers found skeletal remains Wednesday in Hastings, and what happens next depends on how old the remains are. Hastings police say that the remains were found at the corner of 14th Street and Vermillion, at the site of a new CVS Pharmacy.
A Minnesota woman says she's on track to get thousands of family members in the same spot one year from now. Linda Drellack will spend two years planning what she hoped would be the world's largest family reunion in Hastings.
Our childhood days of playing "construction" in a sandbox are back. A company in Hastings is offering up real construction equipment and plenty of sand for the experience of a lifetime.
Authorities said a man disappeared under water in the St. Croix River Sunday night. Washington County Sheriff's dispatch said rescue crews arrived at Point Douglas Beach in Hastings, Minn. around 5 p.m. According to officials, Juan Gabriel Diaz, 40, swam out to the buoy line at the beach.
The family of the first man murdered in Hastings in 10 years is offering a reward for information that leads police to a killer. Police found 34 year-old Jason Reuter shot to death in his front yard on June 22. Police are still investigating and believe his murder is an isolated incident.
The family of a 34-year-old Hastings man who was shot to death earlier this month is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and a conviction of the killer.
Hastings Police said a 34-year-old man was shot to death Sunday night, and they are still seeking information on a suspect.
If you live in the southern Twin Cities metropolitan area, you may have heard the sirens go off. There were several reports of a funnel cloud in the sky. A number of viewers reported seeing funnel clouds at around 1 p.m.
Authorities said a man was found dead after an apparent shooting in Hastings Sunday night. Hastings Police were called at about 9:56 p.m. to the 1200 block of Eddy Street on a report of shots fired.
A Missouri man has died from his injuries after a fight outside of a Perkins Restaurant in Hastings last week. According to Hastings Police, 32-year-old Bradley Sanders passed away this week at United Hospital in St. Paul.
A man is in critical condition after a fight broke out at a Perkins restaurant in Hastings, Minn., according to authorities.
Most good Minnesota high school hockey teams face the offseason reality that their best players may leave for juniors. This year, Rogers had three key players decide not to, which has benefited the roster.
Minnesota lawmakers tried to end ICE contracts with counties a few years ago. A bill introduced in the House and Senate a half-decade ago aimed to prevent jails from entering into certain contracts with ICE.
WCCO is documenting other instances where ICE are detaining American citizens looking to act as legal observers.
In a rare primetime address Wednesday evening, Gov. Tim Walz gave a six-minute-long address to Minnesotans where he called on President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to "end this occupation."
Right on time, the January thaw has made it to Minnesota as high temperatures the last several days have climbed above freezing.
WCCO is documenting other instances where ICE are detaining American citizens looking to act as legal observers.
In a rare primetime address Wednesday evening, Gov. Tim Walz gave a six-minute-long address to Minnesotans where he called on President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to "end this occupation."
Right on time, the January thaw has made it to Minnesota as high temperatures the last several days have climbed above freezing.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, man who pleaded guilty to repeatedly assaulting a woman at his apartment last year had his prison sentence stayed earlier this month.
The employee is in custody and will face a second-degree murder charge, as well as additional charges, Savage Police Chief Brady Juell said.
Most good Minnesota high school hockey teams face the offseason reality that their best players may leave for juniors. This year, Rogers had three key players decide not to, which has benefited the roster.
In a rare primetime address Wednesday evening, Gov. Tim Walz gave a six-minute-long address to Minnesotans where he called on President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to "end this occupation."
President Trump is following through on a promise he made late last year to end deportation protections for some Somali immigrants in the country.
Faith leaders, union representatives and community members are calling for a Day of Truth and Freedom on Friday, Jan. 23 — urging all Minnesotans not to go to work, school or go shopping.
A 3-year-old boy was killed and his grandmother suffered "significant injuries" in a dog attack in Otter Tail County on Sunday, the sheriff's office said.
A Wisconsin man accused of sending the state Supreme Court's chief justice intimidating emails has been sentenced to probation.
Some schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delayed or closed on Tuesday as early morning rain makes the roads slick.
A western Wisconsin town is reveling in the national spotlight.
When he's not playing zone or man, Hall is carving it up at local hills. He has qualified for multiple professional snowboard competitions.
Two people were killed and another hurt in a crash in western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon.
Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
It was a scary moment in the Twin Cities over the weekend, as a trailer hauling sled dogs turned over on Interstate 494 in Minnetonka.
On Sunday, members of Minnesota's Somali community spoke out against President Trump's social media post calling for an end to temporary protected status.
Gov. Tim Walz addressed the federal law enforcement presence in the state on Wednesday evening, calling it "organized brutality" and urging Minnesotans to protest peacefully — and to document how events are unfolding. He also criticized the conduct of the federal investigation into Renee Good's killing. Watch the full speech.
Minnesota lawmakers tried to end ICE contracts with counties a few years ago. A bill introduced in the House and Senate a half-decade ago aimed to prevent jails from entering into certain contracts with ICE.
WCCO is documenting other instances where ICE are detaining American citizens looking to act as legal observers.
Many in the community have been wondering what they can do to help immigrant families in the Twin Cities. As photojournalist Joe Van Ryn and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield found out, there’s no shortage of people looking to step up and lend a helping hand.
A man in St. Paul, Minnesota, tells WCCO that ICE attempted to intimidate him and his wife on the road after they attempted to document their actions. It's one of the latest incidents involving ICE and American citizens here in Minnesota.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
WCCO gathered data on core staple items from Aldi in Apple Valley, Target in Fridley and Cub Foods in north Minneapolis.
Minnesota drivers have something to celebrate this holiday — a price drop at the pump.
With costs still high and budgets stretched, getting smarter with money matters more than ever.
There were 584 vehicles towed during this week's snow emergency in Minneapolis. That number stands at 352 and counting in St. Paul, where parking restrictions are in place until 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.
WCCO is documenting other instances where ICE are detaining American citizens looking to act as legal observers.
The family of Renee Good, the woman who was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer one week ago, is now being represented by the firm that also represented George Floyd's family.
A judge on Wednesday morning declined to issue a temporary restraining order against ICE operations in Minnesota, seeking further evidence before issuing a ruling.
A St. Paul, Minnesota, man who pleaded guilty to repeatedly assaulting a woman at his apartment last year had his prison sentence stayed earlier this month.
The employee is in custody and will face a second-degree murder charge, as well as additional charges, Savage Police Chief Brady Juell said.
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says it began distributing payments on Friday to over 2,600 Minnesotans.
Just one day after dropping his bid for reelection, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the state's paid family leave program is one of the most transformational bills the state has ever passed.
Roughly 12,000 Minnesotans have already applied for the state's new paid family leave program, according to an update by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
It's a beauty technique that's exploding. Depending on your age, you might not have heard of it. It's called micro-needling.
The clock is ticking to snag a few more gifts and prepare for that holiday trip to visit family. As the pressure builds, so does the stress.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Most good Minnesota high school hockey teams face the offseason reality that their best players may leave for juniors. This year, Rogers had three key players decide not to, which has benefited the roster.
The men leading the Minnesota Vikings' operations don't sound ready to give up on quarterback J.J. McCarthy, but neither are they speaking like they're satisfied at the position.
John Blackwell buried a 3-pointer at the buzzer and scored 27 points to help Wisconsin overcome an 11-point second-half deficit to beat Minnesota for a 10th straight time, 78-75.
Julius Randle scored 29 points and the hot-shooting Minnesota Timberwolves never trailed in a 139-106 blowout of the Milwaukee Bucks.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
The shooting death of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised several legal questions.
The fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised many legal questions. Constitutional law professor David Schultz, who has taught a class on police, criminal and civil procedure, has some answers.
The DFL race pits two prominent party leaders, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig, against each other.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for answers about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities. She is also denouncing the president's attacks on the Somali community and herself. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy shows us how, for Omar, this is a familiar position to be in.
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is calling for clarity about the immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.
On Dec. 9, 1965, "A Charlie Brown Christmas" debuted on CBS, and it became an instant classic. Lee Jenkins' home is proof that the show is still a hit six decades later.
Holiday lights are on full display across the state right now, and just south of the Twin Cities you'll find a Christmas light show that's been around for more than half a century.
The story begins years ago when the city acquired one of the T-38 Talon Thunderbird jets from the Air Force.
The holidays are upon us, and in the town of Kellogg, Minnesota, you'll find a toy store unlike any other.
With the holidays fast approaching, and lutefisk on the menu for many families, one Minnesota town has the distinction of being called the "Lutefisk Capital of the Country."
New polling shows most voters do not think last week's deadly ICE shooting was justified. But the Trump administration thinks so and suggested that Renee Good was a domestic terrorist. Experts say that's not a label to be taken lightly.
ICE is making arrests in Minnesota right next to shoppers grabbing groceries. The tense encounters are happening at places like Target, Walmart and other private businesses.
It's a question many people have been asking: What is the cost of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in Minnesota? WCCO was able to get some numbers.
It's a business model picking up steam across the Twin Cities. For instance, all the major sports venues in town, like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, no longer accept cash.
From the frozen ponds and lakes to the packed indoor rinks serving as community hubs, hockey is uniquely celebrated and cherished in Minnesota like no other state in the country.
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.
Periods of light snow will move through in waves on Thursday and Friday, says NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
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.
Right on time, the January thaw has made it to Minnesota as high temperatures the last several days have climbed above freezing.
Temps will be in the low 30s to end the work week, then drop to single-digit highs for the weekend, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Periods of light snow move through in waves over the coming days before a big chill-down into single-digit highs, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Gov. Tim Walz addressed the federal law enforcement presence in the state on Wednesday evening, calling it "organized brutality" and urging Minnesotans to protest peacefully — and to document how events are unfolding. He also criticized the conduct of the federal investigation into Renee Good's killing. Watch the full speech.
Most good Minnesota high school hockey teams face the offseason reality that their best players may leave for juniors. This year, Rogers had three key players decide not to, which has benefited the roster.
Many in the community have been wondering what they can do to help immigrant families in the Twin Cities. As photojournalist Joe Van Ryn and Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield found out, there’s no shortage of people looking to step up and lend a helping hand.
A man in St. Paul, Minnesota, tells WCCO that ICE attempted to intimidate him and his wife on the road after they attempted to document their actions. It's one of the latest incidents involving ICE and American citizens here in Minnesota.
Minnesota lawmakers tried to end ICE contracts with counties a few years ago. A bill introduced in the House and Senate wanted to prevent jails from entering into certain contracts with ICE. Senior investigative reporter Jennifer Mayerle digs into what drove the bill and why the bill is coming back.